Slipping out of the mansion without being noticed by Ao Qi was no easy feat.
But, fortunately, Ao Qi had gone to drink with Ye Chuang as soon as night fell, leaving just two guards who saw Feng Yun retire to her room and close the door. They retreated to guard outside Changmen Academy.
Feng Yun easily left through the back corner gate.
Huayuejian had closed its doors before the Northern Yong army entered the city. The entire street was silent and deserted. Instead of walking conspicuously in front of the gate, Feng Yun chose to enter from the back door near Linhe, accompanied by Daman and Xiaoman.
The door was ajar and opened at a touch.
Inside was a tranquil courtyard, with a lotus pond and lush bamboo, exuding a refined elegance.
This place was the largest pleasure ground in Andu County, but who was behind it remained unknown to the common man...