Forensic Imperial Concubine novel Chapter 946

As Douglas pondered silently, a red rose suddenly bloomed in the sky. Much like a firework, it was beautiful but temporary.

Matthew gave Harper a searching look. This was the special signal bomb she used to inform him she needed rescue. But she was right by his side now, so who was giving off that signal?

"Rolando is in danger, and he's asking for our help."

Feeling slightly guilty at what she'd done, Harper chuckled ruefully. "I was worried that if Rolando ran away, finding him would be difficult since I had no way to contact him. So I gave him a signal bomb."

"You do know that his death would save us a lot of trouble, right? There's no need to worry about him,"

Matthew said lazily. "Even if we don't save that bastard, it's not as if he'll die."

Harper pushed him lightly and said, "We can take this opportunity to coerce Rolando to hand over the Heavenly Books and the half Sacred Seal. It's the perfect chance, and we can't miss it. It won't be that easy to catch him next time if he runs."

Matthew looked at Harper and asked, "That's all there is?"

"I swear, that's all!"

Harper said immediately. She wouldn't dare to have anything else to do with Rolando, not with such an overtly jealous husband around. There was no telling what cruel way he'd choose to release that anger.

Her reaction pleased him. At once, he stood up and called his subordinate, "Barry!"

"Yes, Your Highness."

"Take the two of them back to the stronghold outside the city. I'll go with Harper to see if Rolando is dead."

With that, he put his arm around Harper's waist and flew away instantly. Patrick, who had been gnawing at a bone, was surprised to find its master had vanished. After giving the beast a pitiful look, Barry tried to soothe it.

"His Highness and Her Highness will be back soon," he said.

Barry didn't know if Patrick could understand him, but it jumped from Douglas's head to his, then solemnly continued biting on the bone.

Rolando never dreamed that he would have to go to Matthew one day for help, but he knew he was no match for his rivals. Seriously injured, Miguel and Rupert were still stubbornly by his side.

Blood dripped down Rolando's hand that was holding the sword. The killers surrounding him still kept coming closer, intent on killing him.

"Your Majesty, we will create a diversion to help you escape. Please run as soon as you get an opening."

Miguel's face had turned deathly pale. He was used to being unrestrained, but he had to curb this considering the situation.

"Hand over the Heavenly Books as well as the Sacred Seal, and I'll spare your life,"

the assassin in the lead said coldly. He wore a bronze mask that hid his face.

Rolando gave his left hand a slight shake to rid it of the blood. Despite being at a disadvantage, he stood his ground. "No, it's the only thing saving my life right now."

"Your kingdom has been overthrown. You're no longer an emperor. Why don't you just give the things up?"

"Even though I am no longer an emperor, I still won't give them to you."

On the surface, Rolando appeared kind and gentle. Few knew that behind his kind facade was a ruthless heart. He would deal his enemies a deadly blow without hesitation whenever he had the chance.

"Go to hell!"

the leader said in a low voice. "Kill him."

Following the man's order, the assassins once again blockaded them. They had caught Rolando and his men before making it to Phoenix City, despite the three hiding their identities. At first, Rolando had assumed the assassins were Matthews' men. Once he discovered they weren't, he decided to plead to the man for help.

When Harper and Matthew arrived, they sat on the side and observed the fight. Matthew said, "The leader is a man with unfathomable strength. If I join hands with Rolando, perhaps we can win."

That surprised Harper. "Is he that powerful?"

"Rolando seems to be weak right now. Yes, the assassins surrounding them are powerful, but why is Rolando so weak? I thought he would be stronger."

"He has been poisoned,"

Harper pointed out. She knew what Rolando was really like. Good at disguise, he hid a ruthless heart behind a smiling face. Although charming on the surface, he would be the first to stab you in the back when your guard was down. But Rolando looked different today. He looked like he was forced into a corner. There was no other reason for him to ask Matthew, of all people, for help.

"Matthew, you have been taking your time watching this show. Are you planning to help?"

Rolando was pretty angry. Matthew hadn't made a move since he arrived. He just hided in the dark and watched him struggle in embarrassment. What a bastard!

Matthew gestured for Harper not to move and made his way into the fray. He said, "You are in such a pitiful state. I've never seen you like this, so excuse me for taking a minute to take it in."