Chapter 5040

Sandra's eyebrows shot up at the enigmatic expression on Darryl's face, but she refrained from asking too many questions and hastily stowed the box before following him.

The entire way, Darryl walked ahead while taking in the view before him with an expression of ease.

Sandra held the box behind him. Her expression was nothing but sour and worried. The two made for a sharp contrast.

Quickly enough, they reached the first floor of the Pill Tower.

"Sect Master!"

Sofia was in the middle of talking to someone, and her face lit up at the sight of Darryl returning as she rushed forward to welcome him. "You're back."

As she spoke, Sofia looked warily behind herself.

A breathtaking figure with exquisite features sat on the chair inside. It was Gigi, whom Darryl had met at the hot spring the previous day.

The Pill Tower had strict rules, and no one could enter without permission— not even the Palace Master, let alone Gigi.

However, Sofia and Gigi were good friends. Gigi was closer than