187 Chapter 187 Closing the Net (3)

"There's no escaping." Yu Jizi said with a beaming smile. Both of them are the cunning type and it feels like they should have met sooner. They enjoy concocting plans together.

It was deep into the night, with a hint of breeze wafting outside. We have entered autumn, and the nighttime temperature was pleasantly cool. Sleeping in the coolness of the night was nothing short of blissful.

Granny Zhao, clad in a peach-colored short shirt, had delivered a variety of snacks to the gatehouse. "You all have worked hard. This is a token of appreciation sent by Nanny Zhao."

"Really? Thank you, Nanny Zhao." Those on the night watch all came over and without any restraint, they used their hands to grab some snacks and began eating.

"Everyone, kindly indulge me, there is a matter I need your help with," Granny Zhao said with a sheepish smile.