In the sprawling mansions adjacent to the Shen Mansion, the servants moved in and out in an orderly manner. Amidst the lingering scent of osmanthus, the Old Madam Shen walked along the corridor.
"What did you say?" She halted her steps, and the smile on her face gradually disappeared. She frowned at Shen Ji, and asked angrily, "Someone was captured?"
Shen Ji bowed his head, a bit annoyed, and said, "Shen Ning is agile. His martial skills aren't high, but his ability to escape is top-notch. In the blink of an eye, he vanished without a trace. My men went after him, but midway, a group showed up... three died, and two were captured..." He was too afraid to continue, fearing his mother's reprimand.
