Wu Yao drew a map of the imperial palace and carefully marked out the Eastern Palace's location, which Chu Liuyue memorized by heart after looking at it for a while. Following this, she immediately planned out her route.
He had wanted to accompany her inside, but she objected to it and insisted that he should just stay outside the palace. She said that she was better off acting alone since their chances of getting discovered would be higher if they moved together. So despite his worries, he could only go along with her plan.
By the time they were done with their discussion, night had fallen.
Chu Liuyue looked at the sky outside, which had completely darkened.
After changing into a black robe and hiding their faces under a hood, the two headed straight for the Eastern Palace.
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It was quiet in Lin Zhou City, with only soft rustling sounds in the background.