The location of Purgatory was quite delicate, situated at the border between the Southern Moon Kingdom and the Eastern Zhou Kingdom.

Between the two countries lies a natural barrier, the long Zhangchu Mountain Range, which is full of steep cliffs and precipices, serving as a natural obstacle. The only passage between the two countries is a flat valley, which is heavily guarded by both sides, for fear that the other side might suddenly launch an attack and seize this strategically vital location.

After Xiang Wan and Shui Yuntian jumped out of the cave, they landed directly in a deep pool and drifted with the current to a flat sand dune area.

All the waterways converge in one place. They narrowly made it ashore before the crossing between the two countries, avoiding the trouble of being arrested and questioned by the officials.

Shui Yuntian's foot has almost fully recovered, but after getting ashore, he rarely speaks to Xiang Wan. Most of the time, Xiang Wan talks to herself.

This unusual behavior made Xiang Wan glance at him repeatedly.

"Let's find an inn, change our clothes, and then head to General Congyan's mansion. What do you think?"

When she spoke again, Xiang Wan didn't intend to ask Shui Yuntian for his consent.

Unexpectedly, Shui Yuntian said coolly, "With just that one item, you'd probably be thrown into jail before you even see the person. You want to take a trip to jail?"

Rarely speaking out in rebuttal, Xiang Wan nodded slightly in agreement, saying, "Liao Sha is right. Amitabha, this humble monk has suddenly realized that my disciple has become enlightened, which makes me very gratified."

Having been verbally outmaneuvered by Xiang Wan, Shui Yuntian no longer wanted to argue. In any case, the monk was always right, so he decided to let him have his say.

Shui Yuntian was unaware that his laissez-faire attitude had unknowingly begun to tilt in one direction.

Xiang Wan felt slightly alarmed, as she couldn't help but feel that Shui Yuntian's change was not a good thing.

“Monk, Fulai Inn is a stronghold of our Tianmen Sect. Let’s go there first and then discuss things further.”

Shui Yuntian made the decision unilaterally, so Xiang Wan went with him.

Whether or not the person knew about their escape, Xiang Wan felt that precautions should have been taken as soon as possible.

The best strategy is to be prepared to catch the unprepared and to act swiftly and decisively.

The innkeeper of Fulai Inn stared wide-eyed when he saw Shui Yuntian.

Their leader had suddenly become bald, and if it weren't for his familiar aura, he almost wouldn't have recognized him.

Thankfully, he didn't do anything to displease the cult leader; otherwise, he might already be beheaded.

The backyard, a secret room.

"Master, after the Four Protectors discovered your absence, they summoned us for an emergency meeting. Currently, the Eastern Protector is in charge of the sect, and for the time being, there haven't been any major problems. I wonder what your plans are?"

The shopkeeper stood before Shui Yuntian, bowing his head as he spoke, his attitude extremely respectful.

"I already know. Go and prepare a set of casual clothes for me, and one for him as well."

"yes!"

Shui Yuntian didn't mention anything about the sect, leaving the innkeeper feeling helpless. They were clearly prepared, just waiting for Shui Yuntian's move. Now it seemed they needed to plan carefully.

After the shopkeeper left, Xiang Wan flicked her sleeves and said sarcastically, "Liao Sha, back to being the leader, how majestic you are!"

Shui Yuntian frowned, lifted his robe, sat down at the stone table, played with the porcelain cup in his hand, stared at the still steaming teapot, and made no response.

The secret room wasn't very big, and with no one talking, it felt a bit stuffy. Xiang Wan wasn't sure if it was just her own feeling or if the secret room was just like that.

"Monk, you don't object to murder, do you?"

Shui Yuntian, who always killed at will, suddenly began to seek Xiang Wan's opinion. Not only was she surprised, but even Shui Yuntian, who had said these words, felt somewhat uneasy after realizing it.

Seeing that he was uncomfortable, Xiang Wan felt relieved and said, "He who kills will be killed by others."

It didn't say she agreed, nor did it say she disagreed.

In Xiang Wan's mind, it's perfectly acceptable for someone who strikes first to kill to be killed in return.

Shui Yuntian smiled, which Xiang Wan caught a glimpse of.

She thought about it carefully and realized that she hadn't seen Shui Yuntian smile like that since she tied him up. Actually, he was quite attractive to young girls.

After sitting for about half an incense stick's time, the shopkeeper came again.

Two sets of clothes, one set for each person.

Shui Yuntian's dress was black with silver trim, while Xiang Wan's was water-white. Additionally, a string of jade beads was placed on her dress.

"This is?"

Xiang Wan played with the string of beads, each about the size of a thumb, twenty-two in total. The extra bead was agate green.

It seems she hadn't told anyone that she was missing a string of Buddhist prayer beads. Could the shopkeeper possibly read people's minds?

"Master, as you instructed, the items have been prepared."

The shopkeeper put the items down and bowed.

Shui Yuntian waved his hand, dismissing him.

"Monk, I don't know if you're used to wearing clothes like this. When you're out and about, you should always be on guard."

"It's alright."

No matter what she wears, she is still herself, and her appearance remains unchanged regardless of her clothes or accessories.

Previously, she was the one in charge. This time, it's Shui Yuntian's turn to take the lead. Why not take the opportunity to see the effectiveness of her teaching?

When they came out after changing their clothes, Shui Yuntian had become the cold and decisive leader of the Tianmen Sect, while she had become a bald man with a calm and collected demeanor, holding a string of prayer beads in her hand.

Shui Yuntian stared at her for a long time before finally walking out of the secret room without saying a word.

A series of instructions were issued, and by noon the next day, all the important figures had gathered together.

The four guardians from the east, west, south, and north, along with the leaders of the Ming and Anwei guards, totaling about twenty people, stood together in the backyard of the inn, waiting for Shui Yuntian to speak.

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