The Violet Eye Dragon approached the spring. It appeared particularly irritable today, snorting out hot breaths of air as it looked around.

「Everyone, be careful. It might’ve already discovered us!」Nie Yan warned. The Violet Eye Dragon’s behaviour seemed off.

Everyone calmed their hearts, not daring to breathe too loudly. If they were discovered by the Violet Eye Dragon, it would be an absolute disaster. Failure of the operation would be the least of their worries.

The Violet Eye Dragon sniffed around the spring. It detected an unfamiliar presence. But failing to discover anything of substance, it slowly lowered its head and prepared to drink.

「It’s going to drink!」Undying Scoundrel felt his heart race. As soon as the Violet Eye Dragon started drinking, he could get to work. 

The Violet Eye Dragon drank several mouthfuls of water.

「Be patient! Keep waiting!」Nie Yan eyed Undying Scoundrel. The Violet Eye Dragon still had its guard up, if only a little. If they acted...