The messenger's eyes were unfocused, and upon hearing Prince Lan's probing question, he shook his head slowly without hesitation: "I'm just a small role responsible for delivering messages... My master wouldn't tell me any plans..."
Prince Lan furrowed his brow. This answer was clearly not what he was hoping for, but coming from the mouth of this messenger, it was quite reasonable and highly credible.
After all, someone sent to deliver a message, while trusted by the other party, is certainly not considered important.
Such a role not knowing their master's plans seemed justifiable.
So, after a brief consideration, he changed his approach: "Then did your master instruct you on anything specific before you left for Lan Country?"
"Yes..." the messenger answered absently, "My master said the delivery must be timely, without any imprudent behavior, and under no circumstances should Prince Lan be made suspicious..."
