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Chapter 396: A Thin Line Between Life and Death
Ning Xiaochuan naturally wouldn’t bother with a mere servant, allowing him to stand and step aside. He approached Ugly Granny, clasped his hands in a respectful bow, and said, "Granny, why didn’t you inform us of your arrival in the Imperial City? I could have sent someone to escort you."
"No need. This old woman merely seeks temporary lodging at the Jian Pavilion Marquis House." Without waiting for Ning Xiaochuan’s agreement, Ugly Granny strode toward the mansion.
Her withered, yellowed fingers lightly shook the copper bell in her hand, releasing an eerie sound wave.
The five Corpse Slaves trailing behind her immediately opened their eyes upon hearing the bell, their pupils emitting a white glow as if obeying some command. They followed Ugly Granny into the Jian Pavilion Marquis House.
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