Hearing no sounds outside the house, Qin Yao finally stepped out.
Ah Wang was already at the backyard stables when Qin Yao appeared behind him like a ghost, lightly tapping his shoulder, startling Ah Wang who swung a punch.
Qin Yao sidestepped to avoid it, softly saying, "Shh!"
Ah Wang then realized and quickly withdrew his hand, making way for the best viewing spot, retreating to the back himself.
The two squatted one behind the other on the roof of the stable, looking in the direction of the back door.
Not long after, Yin Le came over with a lantern as if checking the stable and the courtyard door, but actually frequently glancing around nervously.
It seemed she knew someone would come, yet she wasn't particularly hoping for their appearance, feeling very anxious.
As midnight approached, the watchman's gong sounded.
Suddenly, a shadow silently climbed over the wall without knocking or greeting, landing steadily in the stable yard.
