but Xiaowei frowned, mistrust engraved on her face as she followed Yang Ning's gaze. "Milady, how could there possibly be a ladder outside the royal residence? The security is tight, and the guards are not foolish enough to leave such a convenient tool lying around."
"Otherwise, it would make it too easy for trespassers to breach the royal residence," she reasoned, her voice tinged with logic.
Yang Ning pursed her lips, acknowledging the validity of Xiaowei's argument. However, an inkling of hope lingered within her, compelling her to address the possibility. "I understand, but... please, just go and check. I have this feeling that there may be something that could aid us."
With a resigned sigh, Xiaowei agreed to ease Yang Ning's mind and ventured toward the end of the alley. To her astonishment, her eyes widened as she confirmed the incredible sight: a wooden ladder stood conspicuously in the dark corner, defying their expectations.
