Jinling City Lord's Mansion.
Ye Kang quickly walked out through the gate.
The Old City Lord was powerful and held senior standing, but he was a fairly amiable man.
Though he hadn't been especially welcoming to Ye Kang, after seeing the secret order, he readily explained how to contact the Azure Scale Guard.
Ye Kang made his way to West City and found a brothel. He went in, ordered two girls, and settled into an extremely secluded spot.
He hadn't been sitting long when a short, thin man dressed like a servant came over of his own accord.
"Guest, are you here to take care of business?"
"Something momentous."
"Do you need manpower?"
"I need people who are going to die."
"Then please follow me."
After exchanging the password, the servant headed for the back door. Ye Kang tossed a piece of silver to the two girls and followed.
They passed through the backyard and walked a little farther. Before long, an inconspicuous pawnshop came into view.
It was inconspicuous because it stood in a remote spot, overgrown with weeds and without a single customer.
But behind the shop lay a vast manor. Its buildings were old-fashioned, yet the faint scent of herbs drifted from within.
"Guest, I'll see you as far as here. You can go in by yourself."
"Thank you."
Ye Kang clasped his hands in thanks, then strode into the pawnshop. The clerk inside pointed to the side.
Ye Kang understood and followed the path. Sure enough, the manor concealed a whole new world within.
Many people in neat black uniforms hurried back and forth. Some carried weapons, some had blood on their hands, some wore steely expressions, and some had the long-suffering faces of overworked laborers.
Ye Kang had gone only a short distance when a