At that moment, Su Jiu suddenly sensed someone approaching.
An Invisibility Talisman instantly appeared in Su Jiu's hand.
Judging by their clothing, the newcomers were two Inner Gate Disciples of the Heavenly Dawn Sect.
Each carried a sword as they walked north, chatting along the way.
Perhaps they were certain no outsiders would be out at this hour, or perhaps they had complete confidence in the probing reach of their divine sense.
The two spoke without any restraint whatsoever.
"Why have they increased the patrols again today?"
Su Jiu keenly noticed her use of "again." In other words, the Heavenly Dawn Sect had suddenly increased the number of patrolling disciples before.
"Last time, it was because people from the major sects had just arrived. They tightened the patrols to prevent any mishaps. For it to happen again today... something feels strange."
The other Heavenly Dawn Sect disciple glanced at her. "I've only heard rumors about what happened here, too. Apparently, the Sect Leader caught someone during the day. Haven't you noticed? This so-called increase in patrols is actually limited to this area."
"Could that mean the person is locked up in..."
"Quiet!" Before the first could finish, the other cut her off.
"At this hour, who would be here besides us patrolling disciples? You're being far too cautious."
This area did not house disciples from visiting sects, so the patrolling disciple had grown somewhat lax.
Thus, she had never considered that someone might be lurking in the shadows.
"It's always better to be careful."
Su Jiu watched the two figures recede into the distance. Only after a long while did she reveal herself again.
Although neither had mentioned a specific location, Su Jiu now had an area to search.
If her guess was right, it should be somewhere near their