Before leaving, Qin Yi still had Xiao Jian and the others change into black clothes. Although they were somewhat different from the attire of the Poison Snake Organization, at least they weren't as conspicuous as before.

The Black Snake led Qin Yi and the others through exceedingly remote routes.

The Poison Snake Organization was in the business of killing and robbery, and every action would plan the best retreat route. Therefore, finding secretive routes was their specialty.

As they walked along, they didn't really encounter many people.

On the way, Black Snake signaled to a few of his men, and a few quietly left.

Qin Yi saw through it but didn't expose it. He knew that those people they met on the road might not survive. However, Sin City was full of heinous felons, and Qin Yi wasn't exactly a saint either, so he couldn't be bothered to intervene.

Three hours later, Black Snake led them to a massive grey ancient castle.

"Master Qin, we have arrived."

Qin Yi looked at the castle before him. It was black and grey, dilapidated, and cold, giving off a very uncomfortable feeling.

But, in Sin City, being able to live in such a large castle already proved the power of the Poison Snake Organization.

The path to the castle was a stone-paved road, but it was so ruined that it was barely recognizable, and nobody bothered to repair it. The ground was covered with fallen leaves and withered grass. Those unaware might think they were headed to a deserted graveyard.

Everyone followed Black Snake and moved forward.

The journey was unusually smooth, without anyone questioning them.

However, Qin Yi's Divine Thought was extended, and he detected many people hidden around. But probably because of Black Snake, they didn't come out to question them.

As they entered the castle complex, Black Snake led them into a quaint main hall.

After ordering tea to be served, Black Snake said, "Master Qin, please wait here for a moment, and I'll report to the leader."

Qin Yi nodded slightly.

After Black Snake left, Yun Mengyao looked around and disdainfully said, "This place is too rundown, like a haunted house. I wouldn't dare to close my eyes while staying here at night."

"Also, is this really the Poison Snake Organization? We didn't see anyone at all along the way." Jing Wuyan commented.

Xiao Jian chuckled, "Oh, there are people. On the way here, a lot of people were hidden around, and none of them were weak. They just didn't show up."

Everyone was shocked; they hadn't detected anything at all.

Xiao Jian looked at Qin Yi and said, "What are you planning? This is the Poison Snake Organization. Bringing us all here is like offering them hostages, isn't it?"

Qin Yi laughed, "That's the effect I want. The Poison Snake Organization is cooperating with us, and naturally, they don't want outsiders to know. So, you will be very safe. As for hostages, with Uncle Jian here, it's hard to say who the hostages really are."

Xiao Jian proudly replied, "That's true."

"By bringing you here, the key is to trust your strength. First, because it's a cooperative relationship, the Poison Snake Organization wouldn't want outsiders to know, so they would do whatever it takes to keep the news concealed, meaning your safety is ensured. Second, having you here reassures the Poison Snake Organization in cooperating with us. Third, with you here, once I succeed in my challenge against the Sin Tower, we can catch the Poison Snake Mercenary Group by surprise."

Xiao Jian looked at Qin Yi, "You're so cunning. But this is too risky. It's the Poison Snake Organization after all, with many experts. One mistake, and we could all be stuck here."

Qin Yi nodded slightly, "I already considered this. Isn't there still two days? I'll take the opportunity to figure out the Poison Snake Organization's layout and find a safe retreat route for you. When you receive word of my challenge victory, leave here immediately. I'll meet you halfway.

Of course, this is just a contingency plan, whether we use it or not is another matter. When I challenge the Sin Tower, I'll try my best to have you follow and watch. If I win, no matter how bold the Poison Snake Organization is, they wouldn't dare touch a hair on you."

Xiao Jian nodded slightly, "That's correct. If you win the challenge, even those in the Sin Tower can't do anything to you, let alone the Poison Snake Organization daring to act out of line."

As they were discussing this, Qin Yi suddenly whispered, "Someone's coming."

Indeed, shortly afterward, four or five people came. Among them was Black Snake.

Surprisingly, leading them was a child. No, it was a dwarf, with an extremely grotesque appearance, fearsome enough to scare a ghost senseless. Just one look from him sent shivers down one's spine. Honestly, Qin Yi wasn't one to judge by appearances, but this guy's looks were just too much to take.

Qin Yi could tell that this person was not young and had extremely high Cultivation, even stronger than Xiao Jian. His stature and appearance were likely due to practicing some kind of Cultivation Technique. To turn someone into such a ghastly sight, it's evident that his techniques must be neither orthodox nor righteous.

Yun Mengyao couldn't stand the dwarf's terrifying gaze and instinctively hid behind Qin Yi, scared by just one look. It was a first for Yun Mengyao. His stare was more chilling than that of a Poison Snake.

Black Snake bowed respectfully to the dwarf, lower than the dwarf himself, and said, "Leader, this is Qin Yi."

Then, he turned to Qin Yi and said, "Master Qin, this is our leader."

The dwarf stared at Qin Yi, his eyes filled with hatred.

Qin Yi was slightly surprised, then squinted, wondering if he had unintentionally offended this person. But upon reflection, he had never seen him before. With such an unforgettable appearance, he would definitely have remembered.

The hatred in the dwarf's eyes grew stronger, so much so that everyone, including Jing Wuyan, sensed it, instinctively tensing up. The dwarf's aura was too cold and intimidating, chilling to the bone.

"Someone, seize him and destroy his face for me."

The dwarf suddenly pointed at Qin Yi and shrieked.

Qin Yi froze for a moment, a strange thought forming in his mind. Could this guy hate him just because he was handsome? If so, that's a bizarre reason, typical of an antisocial personality. Just because he is ugly, doesn't mean others aren't allowed to be good-looking. It's a case of twisted psychology and perversion.

Jing Wuyan and the others instinctively took up battle stances.

Black Snake hurriedly said, "Leader, calm down. Master Qin is here for business."

"Yes, Leader, no need to get so heated. Master Qin is here for business, let's discuss it first," an old man following the dwarf also advised.

However, Qin Yi noticed a peculiar phenomenon: when these people spoke to the dwarf, they were very casual, like advising a friend, not at all like a superior-subordinate relationship.

Unexpectedly, the dwarf made a move that dumbfounded everyone. He jumped onto a chair like a monkey, trying to stand straight, but was still not as tall as Qin Yi. Then he leapt onto the table, finally reaching about Qin Yi's height, slightly taller even, and he smiled smugly.

This...

Qin Yi and the others were all stupefied. What on earth is this bizarre character?