Noticing that the person behind them was no longer pressing close, Zhaozhao immediately shook off Shi Qinian’s hand.
Shi Qinian frowned slightly and asked, “How did you provoke that black-robed man?”
“I didn’t provoke him.”
Shi Qinian nodded, leaned closer to Zhaozhao, and whispered, “That black-robed Demon Clan member possesses formidable Demonic Power. He’s likely no ordinary figure.”
“We must not expose our plan in front of him, or it could become troublesome.”
“Mm.”
Not long after, Jun Si and Ye Liangqing also arrived together. The four of them reunited and decided to find a place to discuss what they had discovered.
Jun Si’s eyes lit up as he made the decision. “I think the Spring Pavilion is a good choice.”
Shi Qinian asked, “Spring Pavilion?”
“It’s that kind of pleasure house,” Jun Si said with a straight face, not seeing any issue with it.
Ye Liangqing glared at him. “Say that again?”
Jun Si scratched his head. “What’s the matter? It’s not like I want to go there for fun. It’s just that such places are deceptive and better for keeping a low profile.”
He looked at Ye Liangqing helplessly. “Why are you overreacting?”
“Hmph.”
Shi Qinian said, “The Spring Pavilion is indeed a good choice. Not only does it help us stay unnoticed, but we might also gather other useful information there.”
Jun Si was straightforward. “Then what are we waiting for? Let’s go.”
“Time waits for no one.”
Shi Qinian glanced at Zhaozhao, who showed no expression and simply followed behind Jun Si.
Shi Qinian then motioned to Ye Liangqing behind him. “Divine Maiden Ye, let’s follow.”
Ye Liangqing smiled. “Alright.”
The Spring Pavilion was located in the bustling area of the region. Whether day or night, it was exceptionally lively, with a constant flow of Demon Clan members.
While the God Clan was reserved and restrained, the Demon Clan was open and passionate, never restraining themselves in such matters.
As soon as Zhaozhao and the others reached the entrance of the Spring Pavilion, they were swarmed by an enthusiastic man and woman welcoming guests.
The two were scantily clad, covering only the essential parts.
Perhaps because Zhaozhao and the others were handsome, beautiful, and exuded an extraordinary aura, several more people soon pressed closer.
The men and women, heavily made-up, spoke in soft, seductive tones. “You guests look unfamiliar. This must be your first time here~”
The four of them flushed red, not daring to let their eyes wander. Zhaozhao dodged a hand trying to reach for him and was promptly pulled aside by Shi Qinian.
Shielding Zhaozhao, Shi Qinian replied, “We’ve heard the Spring Pavilion has exquisite dances and music, so we came to appreciate them.”
Jun Si, his ears red, nodded and tried to act worldly. “Yes, yes, get us a private room with a broad view and serve us tea.”
Hearing this, a woman batted her eyelashes at him. “Besides tea, would you like any other services, young master~”
Jun Si shivered inwardly. “N-no need.”
Seeing that they were only interested in song and dance, the surrounding crowd lost interest. “You young masters and ladies would rather watch performances than enjoy the beauties here?”
Shi Qinian remained cold and cut to the chase. “Make the arrangements.”
As he spoke, he tossed a pouch of Spirit stones to one of the women.
A madam from afar, her eyes lighting up at the sight of money, immediately rushed over. She shamelessly snatched the Spirit stones from the woman’s hand and turned to them with a fawning smile. “What would you like, young masters and ladies? Just say the word, even if it’s…”
Zhaozhao interrupted impatiently. “A private room.”
Ye Liangqing frowned in agreement. “Hurry up.”
“Very well, very well, please follow me, honored guests…” The madam smiled until her eyes narrowed into slits, politely leading them up to the third floor.
Pushing open one of the private rooms, she said, “The dance performance will begin shortly. Would you like to engage in some other entertainment first, honored guests?”
“No need, you may leave.”
“Very well, very well.”
After the madam departed, Shi Qinian closed the door to the private room, and only then did the group relax.
Ye Liangqing, flushed with embarrassment, glared at Jun Si. “Look at the brilliant idea you came up with.”
She was utterly mortified.
Jun Si, too, was visiting such a place for the first time and had never imagined it would be like this.
“Yes, yes, it’s my fault.”
“Go ahead and hit me to vent your anger, alright?”
He said helplessly.
Ye Liangqing shot him a glance and retorted irritably, “Forget it!”
Zhaozhao looked around the room. The private chamber was adorned with large amounts of red gauze, the lighting dim, with only a large window facing the stage. Surrounding it were long, plush couches, and in front of them stood a large crystal table.
Shi Qinian closed the window, and the clamor from outside was instantly muffled.
Jun Si took a seat. “The soundproofing is quite good.”
Shi Qinian nodded. “Let’s begin.”
Zhaozhao chose a corner to sit in, while Ye Liangqing took a seat beside Shi Qinian.