"How did you find us?" the woman inquired, her voice betraying none of the fear that danced within her eyes.
Yet, beneath her composed exterior, our op mc sensed the subtle tremor of panic that threatened to consume her. Although she tried very hard to hide it but it was all too obvious before our very own protagonist.
"Ah, you've employed a clever tactic, haven't you?" our op mc remarked, his tone laced with a hint of admiration.
"Molding Daoist Sword Immortal's soul in your likeness was indeed a cunning move." As he spoke, a wry smile tugged at the corners of his lips, reflecting the satisfaction of a well-executed plan.
"Such a strategy might have confounded me in the past," he continued, "but I've evolved since then. I've dedicated ample time to ensure that you would not elude me a second time, Lady Morgana Noir."