She first pulled up her sleeves, revealing the crossbow she had prepared earlier.
Only, Xiang Ying had modified the mechanism of the crossbow.
Now, a small needle inserted on top was smeared with sedatives.
Perhaps because the bandit Master was hosting a banquet tonight, only one guard was left on the gate at this evening hour.
Xiang Ying stealthily approached the gate, using the corner for cover, and aimed her crossbow at the guard above.
Seizing the opportunity, she fired with a whoosh sound.
The silver needle precisely penetrated the back of the guard's ear, causing him to rub his neck in pain. Before he could react, he lost consciousness and fell down.
Xiang Ying took this chance to climb in and dragged him behind a pile of stones to hide.
As the skies gradually darkened, Xiang Ying, utilizing her knowledge of the terrain explored during the day, circumvented the roaming bandits and headed straight for Princess Xining's room.
