If he weren't an idiot, could he have been fooled so easily?
Just like that, their group temporarily settled here, not far from the most bustling area, the capital of Qiuci Country.
Gu Youyou really wanted to go take a look, but since they were captives, they weren't allowed to go. Even if they wanted to buy some daily necessities, they had to send Xiaomei.
Xiaomei was a proper maid who had never left Nanzhao Country in her life. The environment of Nanzhao and Qiuci differed greatly, and recently she's been suffering from acclimatization issues, staying listlessly inside the house. It's rare to see her go out even once.
Taking advantage of Yu Jizi's absence, Searcy discussed with Gu Youyou on how to escape.
"The old man is away. His two foolish disciples are easy to handle. A packet of poison will make sure they're as good as dead, then we run."
Gu Youyou sipped her tea and said flatly, "Being able to drink a cup of tea here is truly not easy."