The specific layout of the Shou was not clearly visible from above that night. When one actually steps into its premises, they are first struck by its sheer magnitude. These past few days have seen me accompany four women through numerous gardens and pavilions; even the most lavish among them couldn't match a third of this estate's scale.
The Shou clan has cultivated this property in Lakeyang for N years - such grandeur isn't surprising under normal circumstances. The second breathtaking aspect is its opulence. I've visited the inner city of Shuangcheng and toured imperial gardens, yet even those could not rival half of what's displayed here. While it may not qualify as gilded splendor, every object within sight is beyond what noble houses dare to possess.
Strange - that's all I can say. After all, values differ between worlds. We treasure diamonds; here they're just ordinary pebbles.
Linglong furrowed her brows. I whispered, "What's wrong? Uncomfortable? Sit by the corner for a while."
As Yun Yao remained engrossed in conversation with others, Linglong hissed, "You think my wound is itching again? I'm furious at Zhu Shou! As this local overlord, you've heard from sisters about Lakeyang's desperate conditions - countless starving people on streets, families selling children. Yet he indulges here even in the outer courtyard!"
I quietly entwined her small hand, "Enough complaining. With our capabilities, I'll certainly help those suffering. But that depends on your safety and happiness first."
Linglong's long braid cascaded down her back, her slim waist provoking involuntary sympathy, while tiny embroidered shoes enhanced her delicate grace. My secret touch made her blush.
"Master, no, someone might see!"
I smirked, "This is Shuangcheng - they'd envy us for cuddling."
Recalling the guards at the entrance who mistook my women for concubines, she seethed. But wasn't it true? Those soft-skinned beauties had shared beds with wolves. Last night's debauchery was no different.
"Master, don't let Yun Yao discover last night... this is our secret!"
I nodded, "Everything as you wish. If your wound permits, we must explore further. Staying here isn't helpful."
We were led into a vast courtyard by attendants who sorted non-military guests by their gifts' value. Lavish merchants were directed to the inner courtyards, while we remained in the outer.
Ahmao returned and whispered, "Sir, staying here might not let us see Zhu Shou. We need to infiltrate the inner courtyard for positioning. From above, all rooms look identical."
I replied, "We didn't expect tiered guests. Without more coins... but will they return our invitations?"
Yun Yao cautioned, "Gifting twice would raise suspicion. Even if we bribe guards later, entry might be difficult."
Ahmao suggested, "Bribe inner courtyard sentries - external checks are stricter."
Agreeing, I said, "Ordinary merchants here offer no threat. Injuring them would harm Lakeyang's future."
We feigned sightseeing toward the inner gate when a procession approached in brighter attire than ours.
"Brother Dada? Long time! Heard you were out trading?"
Shocked, I grasped his hand while Linglong kicked me subtly to calm down. Ahmao was Xiong Wei now; this must be an acquaintance of "Dada."
The man looked no older than twenty-two, not unattractive but with a lecherous air. His gaunt appearance suggested nocturnal excesses. Compared to my own vigor from late-night activities with Linglong and early-morning encounters with three wives, he lacked my vitality.
Ahmao's intelligence couldn't cover all Dada's connections. This stranger had likely never met the real Dada.
"Old friend, don't recognize me? I'm Hou Fa - remember 'Monkey'?!"
Aha! "Oh right, 'Butt'!" "Still drained by concubines?"
My offhanded remark hit the mark as Hou Fa sheepishly admitted his vices. He then mocked Linglong: "That cute boy is nice... better give him to me if it's a girl!"
I felt uneasy - Dada had gay tendencies years ago. Fortunately, this encounter would help us locate Zhu Shou.
At the gate, Hou Fa urged haste as many guests entered with attendants leading them, but guards only checked for weapons when suspicious.
I signaled Ahmao toward the inner courtyard. After a perfunctory bow to Hou Fa, we strolled in. In the banquet hall, our guides vanished, leaving us unnoticed among other guests.
As we conversed about women - Hou Fa's expertise in carnal arts proved enlightening for me - Linglong blushed furiously. The topic soon shifted back to boy-boys...
"Brother Dada, you prefer these childish delights over normal beauties? Tell me how it feels!"
I nearly assaulted him but controlled myself as Hou Fa suddenly scrutinized my changed demeanor.
"Dada has transformed since last meeting! Your voice... face..."
Linglong was about to act when I gripped her hand. We hadn't located Zhu Shou or his generals yet - our mission wasn't complete.
Hou Fa laughed again, grabbing a servant's chest: "Dada still enjoys anal play? Use urine as lubricant?"
I grabbed Linglong's butt and chin for a kiss in public view. She froze while Yun Yao watched nearby, mortified by the display before dozens of guests.
"Lady..."
Her voice faltered with both resentment and joy in her eyes.
Hou Fa clapped loudly, then grabbed another servant: "Dada prefers dry butts? I prefer wet ones!"
Ling in anger as I whispered, "Don't move. He's talking about my fake identity."
She relaxed slightly but blushed more at the public touch. Whispering to me, she asked anxiously if her body was too dry.
I reassured her: "Wetter than Yun Yao last night - almost needed flood control!"
Linglong beamed with pride. In her excitement, she hugged my neck and closed her eyes in happiness.
I patted her butt, "Enough. Let me talk to Dada."
She jumped off when she spotted Yun Yao nearby. Ahmao shifted to a table behind us for cover while Ling and Yun stood together.
Yun Yao smiled: "Don't worry about her little secret. We agreed not to reveal it until you find others. For now, stay discreet."
Linglong sighed in relief but protested, "You misunderstood!"
"Of course," Yun teased, "Two men can do nothing as a 'boy' anyway."
When I stared at the lecherous crowd, Hou Fa remarked: "Didn't you attend Shou's banquets before?"
I lamented my memory loss.
Hou Fa revealed Shou's depravity - hundreds of servants and dancers, strict rules against stripping but lenient for groping. The most elite enjoyed free access to naked servants with group sex sessions.
He described a 200-participant debauchery three years prior as legendary. Today's feast would be even grander before imperial troops arrived...
Both Hou Fa and I were flustered hearing this. Linglong and Yun Yao lowered their eyes further, faces flushed at the vulgar displays.
I was horrified but stayed to avoid drawing attention. Ahmao's intelligence had failed here - these details were surely known by many.
The servants might be attractive compared to others' standards, but my wives far exceeded them in beauty and skill. Even Linglong's buttocks surpassed their roundness.
Holding her, my desire faded at the sight of such filth. "Where is that special banquet hall for soldiers?"
Hou Fa pushed away a servant: "There, guarded tightly. Only princes and generals enter - Shou wants to strategize against imperial forces."
I sighed about longevity pills but Hou Fa laughed it off. He mentioned Master Zhao Qing who brewed them.
Curious, I asked about him. Hou Fa claimed he'd seen the alchemist's true face at a temple by chance - not some monstrous old man but a beautiful young man with jasmine scent...
"Jasmine!" I blurted out.
Hou Fa looked puzzled: "Is that his name? Did you meet him?"
I dropped my tea cup in shock. It was Hua Qingqing! Female alchemist disguised as male!
Regaining composure, I described her appearance to Hou Fa who confirmed it. The real Zhao Qing was indeed a woman!
Now we had to rescue her before aerial bombardment - but Ahmao warned against the risk of exposure.
I insisted on using my phone for access, but Linglong and Yun Yao refused. Eventually, I agreed to delay operations until nightfall when cloud cover would protect Hua Qingqing during our escape.
In the restroom with Ahmao and Yun, I planned to use mobile phone as a bargaining chip if possible. We'd have to find her first though...
As we returned, Hou Fa continued his vulgar stories about Shou's depravity while Linglong scolded him for comparing her to Hua Qingqing.
Yun advised patience: "Men naturally admire beautiful women. It shows your excellence."
When the eight guards announced the arrival of special envoys, everyone quieted down. The envoy introduced himself and spoke of wealth and pleasures available in Shou's elite circles.
Several men presented gifts - a red stone flower, pornographic paintings... all were rejected until finally someone brought out a mysterious device resembling my phone.
The envoy was intrigued but disinterested unless it contained explicit content. I played a scene showing dozens of blacks on one white woman, a classic sadistic movie from Earth. The envoy's reaction confirmed our strategy - his erected member betrayed his interest despite feigned indifference.
"Keep the item," he said with satisfaction. "You'll present it directly to Shou."
As we entered the more lavish section for elite guests, I discreetly activated my phone signal before passing through heavy stone doors that might block transmission later.
Through several checkpoints where we were thoroughly searched even down to our private parts, finally reaching what resembled a stadium-sized banquet hall filled with depravity - indeed matching Hou Fa's descriptions of Shou's madness rivaling the Bird Country's orgiastic rituals.
The attendant warned us: "Don't act strangely until granted permission. Shou is capricious."
I asked anxiously where we'd meet him but was told simply to present our gift. As I prepared to find Hua Qingqing and escape, my phone signal would guide Zhou Ni's rescue with Lington ship, followed by aerial bombardment against this monstrous regime.
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