Chapter 188
In the evening, Xu Ming led Mo Zhu’er and Shen Shengsheng out of the room, heading to the first floor of the inn to openly enjoy dinner.
As expected, the food was indeed poisoned.
Xu Ming thought that if not for the strange attributes he had gained over the years, which made him more sensitive to toxins, he might not have noticed the anomaly in the dishes. Like most cultivators, it would have been easy for him to fall into the trap.
As for why Mo Zhu’er was also able to detect the poison, Xu Ming wasn’t sure. Perhaps she had undergone special training? After all, given her background as a woman of the demonic sect, her vigilance must be at its peak.
After finishing their meal, the trio returned to their room.
By the middle of the fifth watch, the sky had turned completely dark, and the nightlife of Yan Zhi City was just beginning. Many brothels were only then opening their doors to guests. The streets and alleys were filled with laughter, and as one passed by a brothel, one could even feel the faint vibrations of activity within.
Disciples of the Hehuan Sect glanced at the moon and felt it was the right time to act.
But just as they were about to make their move, they saw Xu Ming and his companions leave the inn, walking down the street with laughter and chatter.
The Hehuan Sect disciples exchanged glances, surprised that the trio had come out.