The tall, straight poplar had shed all its leaves long ago, exposing a mass of ugly, withered branches.
On either side of the poplar stood the rear walls of two households, leaving a passage no more than a few yards wide.
Behind the tree was a huge, haphazard pile of firewood, completely blocking the path beyond it.
Under the bright moonlight, Zhu Qiniang took in the area around the tree at a glance.
Obstacles surrounded them, making the terrain complicated. The Iron-Scaled Demon Tiger would be somewhat restricted, but there wasn't enough room for anyone to get through, either.
In other words, this environment offered no advantage at all for her and Gao Xian to fight the Iron-Scaled Demon Tiger. How were they supposed to take it on?!
When it came to combat, Gao Xian was still very green!
Zhu Qiniang really wanted to leave Gao Xian out of it. That would be better for him and for her.
As Zhu Qiniang hesitated, Gao Xian spoke again. "Qiniang, stand beneath the tree. The demon tiger will have to enter through the gap between the two walls. I'll lie in wait here and ambush it. You support me with a spell from the front."
A hand emerged from his Shadowless Garment and beckoned to Zhu Qiniang, showing her where he was so she would know his position.
When Zhu Qiniang saw Gao Xian's hand, she felt a little more confident.
Gao Xian's plan was crude and simple, but at least it was a plan.
She considered it and decided it was acceptable, at least not reckless. If they failed to take the tiger down in one strike, who knew what would become of them?
At this point, they didn't have many choices.
Most importantly, Gao Xian had risked his life to