Ye Chutang nodded and explained, "We were drinking at Lan Yue Building and rushed over as soon as we heard about the fire. We only arrived a quarter of an hour before the Princely Heir. We just don't know what the situation is inside. Han Yao and Miss Su are still in there—"
As she spoke, her delicate brows furrowed slightly, and a hint of worry appeared in her eyes.
Su Wei had entrusted them to her and asked her to keep them safe at all costs. If something were to happen, she would have a difficult time answering for it.
Shen Yanchuan tilted his head slightly and raised a hand.
"Split into two groups and enter. You must get everyone inside out as quickly as possible!"
"Yes, sir!"
At his command, the soldiers behind him immediately sprang into organized action.
…
Bucket after bucket of water was thrown onto the flames, but to little effect.
As time went on, the surrounding clamor gradually faded, but the atmosphere only grew heavier.
