In the end, either my plan worked or the sect that was soo keen on silencing all the witnesses that could testify against them simply couldn't be bothered to deal with me.
But it couldn't be said that I did not prepare myself. As the grand day was approaching fast I went back to my chamber and did the same trick with the illusion as I did whenever I wanted to leave this place, with the only difference being that I actually remained in the room, comfortably napping on top of one of the beams supporting the ceiling.
After making sure that Pengu had everything it could possibly need from something to snack on from time to time to easy access to a small pouch filled with water if he ever turned thirsty, I waited for this silent opponent to make the move all the way to when the ringing of the grand city bell announced the start of the preparations for the inter-sect challenges.
Yay, BACK TO TWO CHAPPIES A DAY! FINALLY!