Su Qiao first found an inn to wash up, changed into a clean set of clothes, and ate something before quietly sneaking into the Sheng Family residence.
It was probably because it was daytime that the guards around the estate were relatively lax.
On top of that, Su Qiao's martial arts were excellent. She actually slipped straight into Sheng Ling's room without alerting anyone.
Unfortunately, no one was there.
Still, even with no one around, there were plenty of things she could do.
Su Qiao pulled a small porcelain bottle from her clothes and began sprinkling Poison Powder over the bed.
444's eyes widened. What are you doing?
"Hmph. Of course I'm collecting some interest first."
After sprinkling the Poison Powder over the blankets and pillow, Su Qiao turned and went to the dressing table, scattering some over the combs and jewelry as well.
Finally, when she spotted a stack of silver notes in the drawer, she conveniently scooped them up and stuffed them into her clothes.
As she left, Su Qiao glanced toward the heavily guarded northeast corner.
That was where the Sheng Family dungeon was located. Qi Jinghe and the others were imprisoned there.
Where should I go now?
After flying over the Sheng Family's walls, Su Qiao headed toward the crowded, chaotic market.
"Before the city gates close, I'll buy a carriage and hide it in the woods outside the city. Then I'll return to the inn to wash up, and go to the Imperial Palace tonight."
Since Sheng Ling was waiting for her to walk into the trap, she wouldn't do anything to them for the time being.
She was alone. Although her martial arts were decent and she had Poison Powder, even two fists couldn't beat four hands. She was just afraid that she might