Rebirth: Pampered by the Lord

Chapter 2384: Chapter 2384: The Pursuit

"Just now, the Prince stormed out of the city in a fury. If the treasure thief gets caught, we can imagine their fate—probably skinning and dismemberment, and with the Prince’s temper, maybe even being torn apart by horses."

"Serves him right. Who told him to steal from the War Prince’s Mansion? Even if he dies, he deserves it for being foolish."

"What do you know? Fortune favors the bold. The War Prince’s Mansion is full of treasures, each worth a fortune. If you succeed in stealing one, you’ll be set for life."

"But you have to live to enjoy it first!"

The War Prince was furious earlier, and the lost treasure must be very important. Everyone felt a cold sweat for the Treasure-Thief; stealing from the War Prince’s Mansion, isn’t that just asking for death? If he escapes, he’ll live in wealth and honor, but if the Prince catches him, his fate is obvious.

Due to everyone’s curiosity, soldiers and civilians alike gathered to discuss the event.

"Hey, hey, what are you doing?"

At that moment, a soldier who appeared to be a leader walked over.

The townsfolk scattered immediately upon seeing an official approach.

"Are you tired of living? Daring to gossip about the Prince?"

The soldiers, seeing the gatekeeper arrive, didn’t dare make a sound and obediently returned to their posts.

.........

Xuexue and Long Rui rode fast horses out of the city gates, headed north, and soon saw two blurred figures ahead heading towards the riverbank.

Xuexue pointed with her little hand and said, "Prince, look, they’re up ahead."

Although they had long suspected the Fat and Thin Man were up to something regarding the War Prince’s Mansion, they never dreamed they’d dig a tunnel, and even more unexpected was that they stole the treasured sword instead of a Token.

This Phoenix Crying Sword is unmatched in the world, extremely sharp, capable of cutting through any iron. Long Rui treasured it in the Treasure Pavilion, but it was unexpectedly stolen by the Fat and Thin Man.

Long Rui’s eyes glinted coldly. These two thieves were bold to dare steal from him. If caught, he’d make them regret their parents ever brought them into this world.

"Oh no, Big Brother, they’re catching up! Let’s hurry to the underground palace’s exit!" Hearing hoofbeats behind them, the two turned around and ran even faster.

The exit was near; they couldn’t afford to mess up now.

"Yes, run, run fast!"

Just as they were near the underground palace’s entrance, suddenly a figure dropped from the sky, blocking their path.

"Has this Prince ever wronged you? Why are you treating me this way?"

The two brothers looked up and saw it was Long Rui, who had dismounted and blocked their path. They were shocked. Knowing the War Prince’s abilities, falling into his hands meant nothing but a beating, with no chance to fight back.

The Fat Man’s expression changed, sorrowfully saying, "Prince, we did this out of desperation! It’s all for saving lives. Prince, please spare us!"

"Fatty Brother, how can you be so spineless? Why beg him for mercy?" The older brother was annoyed at his sibling’s lack of backbone.

"Big Brother, don’t be angry. We were wrong to steal the Prince’s treasure first. The Prince is a reasonable person; if we explain clearly, he might lend us the treasured sword, wouldn’t he?"

Then, he turned to Long Rui and asked, "Prince, isn’t that right?"

Naive, too naive. Did they think a few words could make him believe them?

Long Rui certainly didn’t believe the Fat Man’s words.