At dusk, the two of them left the Warm Fragrance Brothel refreshed and invigorated.
"Though it still falls somewhat short of the XiaoXiang Pavilion, it has a charm all its own. Green Calyx Girl's skill with the flute is exceptional as well. We must come back and try it again before we leave. The XiaoXiang Pavilion also has a Water Cloud Girl, whose Swallow Skimming Water is an absolute marvel. When the time comes, I'll take you there to experience it. I guarantee you won't want to leave."
Mei Weixuan licked his lips, looking thoroughly unsatisfied.
"As long as Brother Mei is pleased. Oh, there is one more thing I forgot to mention. I have a younger brother by blood, only five years old. We have depended on each other for survival. If I go to the Prefecture City, can I bring him along?"
"Ha! I thought it was something serious. Of course you can. Get yourself sorted out over the next few days, Brother Zhong. We'll set off in three days sharp. We can't keep Master Yin waiting too long," Mei Weixuan instructed.
"Rest assured, Brother Mei."
The two parted ways at the intersection. One returned to the County Yamen, while the other headed back to Locust Flower Lane.
Zhong Lin watched Mei Weixuan's departing back and stroked his chin.
"Though Mei Weixuan is a noble family descendant, he lacks the arrogance of one. I don't know whether that is his true nature or merely an act. That remains to be seen."
"I never expected to make the acquaintance of the Hundred Herbs Hall's master, an Upper Three Ranks powerhouse, much less become his personal artist. The ways of the world truly are mysterious."
"Still, this is also a path toward coming into contact with higher-level power. I just