Leaving Anran Residence.
The streets were pitch black, with only a few red lanterns hanging in front of imposing residences, offering a faint glow.
"Incense Master..."
"Taoyuan Township invites you."
Just as Xu Xing was about to climb over the wall to enter the Academy through the back door, a young man dressed as a servant suddenly sprang out from a bamboo grove lining the street. He first bowed respectfully to Xu Xing, then recited the Elder Brother Association's secret passphrase and showed his meeting ticket. Only then did he state the purpose of his visit.
"Taoyuan Township?"
Is it Shopkeeper Wu?
Xu Xing's heart leaped with joy, but his expression remained calm as he casually asked.
