There is a happy inn in the capital.

Chapter 433 Each with their own mission

Looking at everyone, Li Shuchen felt moved, but also a strong sense of vigilance arose within him.

With so many people gathered together plotting, what if someone overheard?

Her mind raced, and she quickly browsed the system shop in her mind.

[Disposable sound and light shielding ball: 3 zhang in radius, lasts for two hours, can be used by squeezing it.]

The exchange rate was high, but we couldn't worry about that now.

She decisively exchanged it, and a soft ball the size of a fist, resembling a transparent jellyfish, appeared silently in her sleeve.

"Xiao Jizi, cancel the shielding ball effect," Li Shuchen silently instructed himself, afraid that others might become suspicious.

[Host, the lighting effect has been disabled. Please use it with confidence.]

She casually walked to the center of the room and squeezed hard.

In an instant, an extremely thin layer of airflow, barely perceptible to the naked eye, spread out from the small sphere, enveloping the entire room.

All external sounds seemed to be shut out, and sounds inside the room seemed to be absorbed by this light membrane, with no risk of leakage.

"Alright, now we can get down to business. No one will disturb us or eavesdrop," Li Shuchen clapped his hands and sat down at the table.

Although the others didn't understand why Li Shuchen said that, Liang Yuying, who sensed a slight aura, and the perceptive Ye Bingli both felt that unique sense of isolation, which reassured them somewhat.

In the time that followed, under the protection of the shielding sphere, a detailed and intense conspiracy unfolded.

The group continued to flesh out the framework of Zoya's plan.

Liang Yuying first set the tone

"Plan carefully before acting, gather intelligence first, combine internal and external efforts, and strike decisively. We need to clarify our respective tasks, leverage our strengths, and maintain close communication."

Zoya, as the core, was responsible for coordinating and contacting key figures. She said...

"I am responsible for contacting the old members of my maternal tribe, trusted old eunuchs and maids in the palace, and several border garrison generals whom I am certain are dissatisfied with my father's policies."

"Most importantly, I need to find a way to get in touch with the most prestigious old prince, Suleiman (who shares the same name as the capital), among the 'conservative' nobles. He is my father's uncle and has long been critical of my father and the extravagance of the market. If I can gain his support, even if it is just tacit approval, it will be of paramount importance."

Liang Yuying nodded

"I can send skilled spies from Mulan's army, adept at infiltration and reconnaissance, to secretly protect the princess and assist in relaying messages. At the same time, we need to create external pressure."

"I can write a letter and send it back to the capital via private channels, explaining the situation in the country and suggesting that the border troops conduct 'routine drills' to create an invisible deterrent, preventing the king from acting rashly and buying time for the princess."

Gu Ziying pondered for a moment, a glint of light flashing in her eyes.

"In court intrigues, winning hearts and minds is paramount. Princess Zoya needs a reputation, she needs 'righteousness.' We must skillfully weave the king's and the bazaar's immorality, the 'Golden Camel's' evil deeds, and the people's suffering into a story that circulates among noble ladies, merchants' gatherings, and even in the most humble teahouses."

"The key is 'contrast'—the king's incompetence versus the princess's benevolence, the prince's tyranny versus the princess's forbearance. I excel at this; I can compose folk songs and spread them through maids and other reliable young girls. At the same time, I will keep an eye on the movements of noble mansions in the city, especially those families with eligible sons who might influence the political situation through marriage."

Princess Changning was eager to try.

"Then I'll be in charge of drawing fire and creating chaos! That bastard Basha is always eyeing Bingli, humph, I'll use the excuse that 'Princess Zixing is dissatisfied with Boyu Kingdom's neglect' to provoke his caravan from time to time."

"Or we could cause a minor disturbance in his usual haunts, keeping him preoccupied and unable to attend to anything else. This would also cover your actions. I'm not afraid of fighting, but when it comes to putting on airs and making people angry, this princess is a professional!"

As she spoke, she raised her chin.

Ye Bingli spoke softly, her words startling.

"I can help the princess change her appearance and conceal her whereabouts."

Everyone looked at her, and she continued.

"Since childhood, I have had some knowledge of makeup, hair accessories, and clothing color matching. I can concoct a special disguise cream. Although it cannot completely change one's appearance, it is enough to blur one's features in a short period of time. With appropriate clothing and hairstyle, Princess Zoya may be able to transform into a commoner woman of different identities for easier travel."

"Furthermore, I am skilled at playing the zither, and if given the opportunity to play on a necessary occasion, perhaps... I can influence the atmosphere with my music and convey certain pre-arranged signals."

She phrased it subtly, but everyone understood what she meant.

Finally, all eyes turned to Li Shuchen.

Li Shuchen chuckled and flexed his wrists.

"My mission is rather simple and straightforward: first, protect Zoya, especially when she goes out to make contacts; I'll be her shadow in the shadows."

"Second, handle some 'technical' tasks, such as 'borrowing' some key documents, 'asking' a key person to change their place of conversation, or adding a 'little surprise' to some important warehouses or stables."

"Third, Zoya and I will work together to prepare for that crucial 'miracle' or 'accident.' I have some ideas on how to do it, but I need some time to prepare the materials."

Liang Yuying concluded

"This division of labor is excellent. Princess Zoya will be the central figure, handling internal communications; Ziying will control public opinion; Changning will create distraction; Bingli will provide disguise and potential assistance; Shuchen will be responsible for special operations and protection; and I will be stationed at the post station to coordinate the overall situation and provide external support."

"Everyone, remember, safety first! All operations must have an escape route. If any danger is detected, immediately stop and retreat to the designated safe point. We will meet every two days at the beginning of midnight in Shu Chen's room to exchange intelligence and adjust our plans."

The crowd solemnly agreed.

Looking at these women who had only met by chance yet were willing to offer their help, Zoya's emerald eyes shimmered with tears. She took a step back and solemnly performed the most solemn salute in the Kingdom of Boyu.

"Zoya, thank you all! Regardless of success or failure, I will never forget your kindness and gratitude!"

The air currents from the shielding sphere rippled slightly, foreshadowing its impending end.

Li Shuchen checked some communication codes and emergency plans with everyone before letting them leave quietly in batches.

The desert night remains deep.

But a faint yet resolute force, like an underground current, has begun to quietly surge.

After leaving the inn, Zoya did not return directly to the palace. Instead, she detoured through the slums in the west of the city and imitated three hoots of an owl outside a low, earthen house.

The door opened quietly, and a middle-aged man with a scar on his face and sharp eyes welcomed her in.

This was one of the last warriors of her mother's tribe, Umur.

“Princess, you’ve finally made your decision,” Umur said in a hoarse voice.

"Yes, Uncle Umur, I need manpower—reliable, fearless people who are familiar with the desert and mining areas."

Zoya handed him a list. "Contact these people first, sound them out. Remember, only contact those who are filled with anger and hatred."

“Understood,” Umur said, taking the list and scanning it with his hawk-like eyes. “The palace…”