It was a tavern where the low-ranking members of the Jianghu gathered in Maoling.
Meng Qi tweaked his appearance and figure again before stepping into the place. The tavern was dark and gave off an unpleasant odor. Ordering a jug of wine and a plate of broad beans, he sat down in a corner and silently listened to others discussing Jianghu affairs.
A long-limbed man who seemed to skilled at the Arm-through Fist sat in front of him. Seeming as if he had finally managed to wait for his friends' arrival, he deliberately lowered his voice and asked in excitement, "Have you guys heard? Last night, 'The Astounding' and the 'Killing Blade' had a huge brawl in the Flower-viewing Garden!"
His friend, dressed like an armed escort, chuckled. "I know more details than you do! When the Head of Escorts caught wind of it last night, he went down to investigate in person."
