Li Liao was the last in line. Seeing what was happening, he pulled his foot back from the threshold.
He stood firmly outside the door, craning his neck to look inside.
Since no lamps were lit, the room was pitch-black. He could only vaguely make out a few silhouettes, unable to see the situation clearly.
Hua Manman said to the inn attendant.
"I accidentally spilled the soybeans. Would you mind getting a broom for me? I need to sweep them up."
The attendant could only clutch his rear end as he stood up and limped out.
During this interval, Hua Manman lit the oil lamp on the nearby cabinet.
Li Ji grabbed the four assassins, shoving two under the bed and the other two into the wardrobe.
Yue Niang had also climbed up from the floor.
But with the floor covered in soybeans, she couldn't move rashly and could only stand rooted to the spot.
She looked at Li Ji and asked in surprise.
"What are you doing here?"
Li Ji replied calmly, "I'm here to ensure the Young Master's safety."
