Following closely behind Kwok Ying-nam, Jilin walked through a quiet, shaded avenue until a magnificent, imposing manor came into view.
The moment he stepped through the manor gates, Jilin's sharp perception instantly detected an extraordinary security setup. As far as the eye could see, guards in plain sight stood in neat rows like well-trained soldiers, stationed roughly every three paces. Their expressions were stern, and they watched their surroundings with sharp vigilance.
Yet these were merely superficial displays. Relying on his formidable sensory powers, Jilin caught two or three hidden yet unusually powerful auras lurking in the shadows. Judging from the imposing presence they exuded, their combat prowess was likely on par with Tianyangsheng's.
Chapter 49