C253 Footsteps (1/2)

Suddenly, they heard footsteps and quickly hid in the shadows.

Two men came into the room. They wore the clothes of servants. When they entered the room, they heard a surprised voice.

”Where is he? Why is it gone? ”

”I don't know. He must have run away. What should we do?”

”Let's go report to the Palace Master.”

Chu Jingli could clearly hear their conversation. Who was the Palace Master that they were talking about? What exactly is this place?

Or should I go with them? I want to see who that palace master is.

Chu Jingli and Shadowlike Martial Arts were very strong. Their scouting and counter scouting abilities were not bad. Following them quietly, they weren't discovered.

They passed through the long corridor, turned a few corners, and entered a bright room.

This place was truly strange. Even if it was night, it was impossible for the sky to be devoid of any light. However, that was the case. If one did not have a lamp burning, they would not be able to see anything.

The room must have been lit by so many lamps that it was so bright.

Chu Jingli and his servant, Cat, stood outside the door, listening to what was going on inside.

”Mistress, those two men are gone.” A tone of apology and fear.

”How do you guys see people?” It was a woman's voice. ”It's really a rice bucket!”

”Please forgive me, Mistress!” the two men said in unison.

”They won't be able to escape from here. Besides, I still have those two women in my hands.” She raised her voice. ”Command everyone to be smart and find them. Don't ruin my plans.”

”Yes, Mistress.” The two men withdrew.

The woman in the room who was called the Palace Mistress was sitting in a chair, drinking tea from a teacup. Suddenly, a gust of wind blew in, extinguishing most of the candles.

Chu Jingli's Dian Cang Sword was already placed on her neck.

”Speak, where are they?” It was an extremely cold and solemn voice, filled with hostility.

The woman in front of him smiled. ”Why are you in such a hurry?”

As soon as he finished speaking, Chu Jingli's head felt a bit dizzy and he fainted on the ground.

”I hate men getting close. It's a pity that you did that. You can't blame me.” The woman clapped her hands, and a servant came in at the sound of her voice.

”Take him down and take care of him. The other one should still be nearby. He won't be able to escape.” Of the four people, three of them were in her hands. As for that fish that escaped her net, in the end, it was still a turtle that was caught in a jar.

Suifeng felt lucky that he didn't follow the young master inside, otherwise, he wouldn't even have any hope of survival.

Now that he was fighting alone, he couldn't act too hastily. He had to understand the situation here, otherwise, even if he saved them, it would be very difficult to escape.

Fortunately, Steamed Bun had been out doing business for a long time. He had learned a few things, such as the appearance changing technique.

His appearance changing technique was obviously not the best, but the light here was not good. As long as he was careful, no one would be able to see through his disguise.

After making up his mind, he began to search for his target.

This place was huge, and there were many servants. There were both men and women, but it wasn't enough for them to eat their fill and pretend to be women. Thus, they chose men to take action.

He must be the most unremarkable one with an ordinary appearance.