Of course, while walking, classmate Yang Ruxin did not forget to collect all the Luminous Pearls on the wall into her space. These were all treasures, too precious to be left here. Just one of these pearls could support a family of three for many years.
As soon as she exited the secret passageway, she heard footsteps coming from outside.
Ji Bin, upon seeing Yang Ruxin emerge, hurried over to press the mechanism again. Just as the study had returned to its original state, the sound of someone pushing the door could be heard.
Without a word, Yang Ruxin knocked Ji Bin unconscious and, with him in tow, darted into her space.
At the same time, the door was forcefully kicked open.
The newcomers were several Yuan soldiers, led by a guard who had been by Alatan's side earlier.
The group made a round inside the entire room, finding not a single person. Then they began muttering something amongst themselves.
