Chapter 583 - 382: Shen Garden (Part 3)

Suddenly, a person appeared, blocking their way, and said in a deep voice: "Guests, this place is off-limits."

Duan Rong furrowed his brow slightly. They had been to this place at noon, and no one stopped them then. Why had it become restricted by evening?

Shen Mizi did not expect this either. Stepping out from behind Duan Rong, she asked angrily: "This Inner Garden, we just visited at noon. Why can’t we tour it now?"

Seeing Shen Mizi, the man bowed and said: "Miss, it’s the master’s orders. We are only acting on orders and hope Miss won’t make it difficult for us."

Just then, Duan Rong saw inside the courtyard gates, where two small sedans had stopped not far away. A maid walked over and opened the curtain, and two middle-aged men in official robes with Black Wing Hats stepped out.

Judging by the rank indicated by the official robes, those two were of County Magistrate status.

Duan Rong suddenly said: "Since it’s Shen Daren’s orders, we do not wish to disturb."

As Duan Rong spoke, he gave Xiao Yu a look, and Xiao Yu pulled Shen Mizi along. The group returned to their dining and resting place.

When they returned, the dinner was already prepared, but Shen Mizi stayed sullen throughout the entire meal.

They had just started eating when suddenly someone came in.

The moment he entered, Duan Rong’s eyes lit up. This person was an old acquaintance.

It was Guan Kui, a clerk from Xianggu County’s Ancient Moon Studio.

Guan Kui came in, bowed to them, and looked at Duan Rong, saying: "Sir, do you still remember me?"

Duan Rong laughed: "You rascal, how come you’re here? The world is full of surprises, meeting you here."

Though Duan Rong said this, his heart was clear as day.

The matter of Tang Wanhong being Shen Yanliu’s close associate had been quite hidden within Xianggu County, but this matter, he had long known.

Shen Yanliu was promoted to Inspector General of Ruyang Prefecture, and naturally, Tang Wanhong followed him.

This Guan Kui had been a clerk under Tang Wanhong for many years, so he naturally rose along with him.

Guan Kui said with a smile: "Sir has a good memory, recognizing me in one glance. It’s like this, knowing Sir loves antiques, Shopkeeper Tang currently has a fine painting and wants Sir to have a look. Does Sir have time to grace us with your presence?"

Upon hearing this, Duan Rong glanced at Guan Kui.

Guan Kui’s demeanor was humble, and it seemed that even if Duan Rong refused him now, it wouldn’t matter to him.

Duan Rong smiled: "Being invited by Shopkeeper Tang, how could I not go?"

After saying this, Duan Rong turned to look at Xiao Yu and Shen Mizi, saying: "You two continue eating, I’ll be right back."

Duan Rong stood up and followed Guan Kui out the door.

In the corridor, Guan Kui picked up a lantern and walked ahead, lighting the way for Duan Rong.

Guan Kui led Duan Rong to a moon gate.

Duan Rong’s heart stirred; this place was the Inner Garden they were previously denied entry to.

But this time, no one came out to stop him. He stepped through the gate and saw those two blue cloth sedans in the cold moonlight, parked not far away.

Guan Kui said: "Sir, this way!"

Duan Rong turned his head and followed Guan Kui toward a side room.

As they went into the corridor, suddenly a shadow sat on the railings, the person wearing a felt hat covering his face, holding a black porcelain wine pot, leaning against a lacquered pillar, gulping down wine.

Seeing the person, Guan Kui said: "Who allowed you to drink here? Hurry and get out! A drunken bum. No idea why Shopkeeper Tang invited you."

Upon hearing this, the person flipped over and jumped out of the corridor.

Duan Rong’s eyes lit up. Impressive skill!

Curious, he instantly extended his Divine Sense outwards, scanning over.

Under the coverage of Divine Sense, he instantly perceived the realms of those two.

True Qi Realm Second Level!

This garden truly hides masters among us.

Just then, Duan Rong’s expression subtly changed, his facial muscles twitching uncontrollably.

Under the coverage of Divine Sense, he could see the side room at the other end of the corridor.

Inside the room, scattered on the floor were discarded official robes, Black Wing Hats...

Upon the bed, a sight of sensual allure.

A thin black middle-aged man lay atop a fair-skinned woman...

Inside the room, a sound of moans endlessly echoing...

Duan Rong almost had a nosebleed.