The first night they discussed it, and by early the next morning, they set off.
After all, what Calculation said did make sense. Since they had already paid the money to buy a life, they needed to hurry and claim it back. Delaying too long would only further disgrace the Walking Ghost Family.
Of course, being too quick wasn't good either. There wouldn't be time to instill fear in the opponent or allow them to gather help. Setting a limit of seven days was best. This would give enough time for the news to spread and for the opponent to devise a response before they were finally taken down, thus gaining both substance and honor.
However, what surprised Hu Ma was the second thing Calculation mentioned, "We have to go in secret?"
"Of course," Calculation said, "do you know how many spies the others have arranged, waiting for you on the road?"
