But were they really just petty thieves?
Wang Wu's heart tightened, yet he did not panic or make any response. Instead, he calmly circulated his Ice-Fire Dual Spirit Root, launching a final sprint toward breakthrough.
The commotion outside continued. It truly sounded like several petty thieves observing and whispering among themselves. A moment later, they decided to make their move.
But rather than smashing their way in, they acted with considerable skill. They first dismantled the protective formation around the spirit fields, then immediately began digging up the spirit plants. After clearing out every spirit plant from both fields, they headed straight into the neighboring cave dwelling, only to find it completely empty.
So they quickly doubled back to the cave dwelling where Wang Wu was.
One of the thieves seemed to want to charge straight in, but a companion held it back.
They did not speak aloud, seeming highly professional. A few seconds later, a talisman was tossed inside. In an instant, the dark cave dwelling blazed with light, illuminating every last detail as though it were broad daylight.
Nor was that all—the talisman could actually provide continuous illumination.
"Nothing hidden. No traces of invisibility. Sixth, Eighth, go check the storage room."
At last, one of the petty thieves spoke.
Then came the sound of approaching footsteps.
A few seconds later, a powerful kick flew out. The storage room door was kicked open, and the glaring light streamed inside, brightly illuminating the room as well.
But Wang Wu was tucked away in the farthest corner, with a pile of firewood left behind by She Daduan and his wife in front of him.
Other than that, the place was indeed clear at a glance.
Yet at that very moment, he successfully broke through. His Ice-Fire Dual Spirit Root completed its