CHAPTER 333: CHAPTER 186: THE GUIDANCE OF THE CELESTIAL GOD

Luo Chen was infected by Zhao Dongfang’s enthusiasm, chuckled, and nodded in agreement. The two quickly left the inn and stepped onto the bustling street.

As soon as he stepped out of the inn door, Luo Chen was deeply shocked by the scene before him. The view from the inn’s window was too narrow. Now he truly experienced the prosperity and liveliness of Nadas City.

The street was crowded with people, countless passersby walking, talking, and playing. The street sides were filled with stalls and shops, with a dazzling array of colorful products, and the bright lights made the whole street as bright as day. The shouts and clangs of gongs rose and fell, weaving a joyful nocturne. Everyone was immersed in this lively night, thoroughly enjoying the city’s prosperity and beauty.

"Come on, I’ll take you to a good place," Zhao Dongfang suddenly whispered mysteriously into Luo Chen’s ear.

Luo Chen hesitated cautiously: "Where to? Maybe we shouldn’t go too far." He was worried about getting lost or encountering trouble.

Zhao Dongfang confidently assured, "Don’t worry, it’s very close to the inn, just one hundred meters ahead. Just follow me! The things you’ll see will definitely open your eyes wide!"

Hearing Zhao Dongfang say this, Luo Chen’s curiosity was piqued. He nodded and decided to follow Zhao Dongfang to find out. The two weaved through the crowd, and although it was only a short distance of one hundred meters, due to the streams of people on the street, it took them a good ten minutes to reach their destination.

This was a bustling market, the stalls filled with all sorts of bizarre goods and products. Some stalls sold colorful magic stones, while others displayed exquisite handicrafts and unusual weapons. Luo Chen was dazzled and couldn’t help but marvel at the city’s prosperity and diversity.

Zhao Dongfang smiled proudly, "How about it? Wasn’t coming worth it? This is one of the most famous night markets in Nadas City, and it’s only this lively at night." He pulled Luo Chen through various stalls, occasionally introducing strange goods and interesting stories. Luo Chen listened with great interest and gained a deeper understanding of the city. They thoroughly enjoyed the lively night scene, feeling the unique charm of the city.

Effortlessly reaching the second floor of the Drunken Dream Garden, Zhao Dongfang suddenly stopped. Luo Chen couldn’t help but ask in confusion: "Why don’t we continue upward? According to rank and status, Xiao Ruoyu should be on the third floor, right?"

Zhao Dongfang shook his head and said, "There are experts guarding the third floor. If we go up without permission, we’ll surely be caught. We might not even be able to keep our own lives, let alone see Xiao Ruoyu."

He pointed to the large balcony outside the second-floor hall and said, "We’ll wait for an opportunity outside the balcony first. When those guards are slack, we’ll find a chance to go up."

Luo Chen nodded in agreement. The two quietly climbed out onto the balcony, standing close to the wall. The cool night breeze brushed their clothes and hair, but couldn’t blow away the tension and anticipation in their hearts.

Zhao Dongfang carefully looked around and then said in a low voice, "We have to patiently wait for the right moment."

Time passed slowly as Luo Chen and Zhao Dongfang quietly waited for an opportunity on the balcony. Their eyes were always fixed on the entrance to the third floor, afraid of missing any chance to sneak in.

It was unclear how long it had been, but the security on the third floor seemed to have relaxed. They probably thought that on such a night, no one would dare to sneak into the Drunken Dream Garden. However, this carelessness gave Luo Chen and Zhao Dongfang a chance to take advantage of.

"The time is now!" Zhao Dongfang suddenly whispered, his eyes flashing with determination, "Follow me!"

Like ghosts, they agilely climbed onto the third-floor balcony. Their movements were light and quick, making no sound. Under the cover of night, they successfully infiltrated the third floor.

At this moment, they seemed to be in another world. The decorations here were more luxurious, and the atmosphere more enchanting. However, they had no time to admire these beauties; their only goal was to find Xiao Ruoyu!

They carefully walked through the corridor, avoiding patrolling guards, and step by step, approached the target room. When at last they arrived at the door, they found it tightly shut.

Zhao Dongfang gestured for Luo Chen to remain quiet, then gently knocked on the door. After a moment, a lazy and charming voice came from inside, "Who’s there?"

This voice shocked both Luo Chen and Zhao Dongfang. They exchanged a glance, filled with tension and anticipation in their hearts.

Inside the Drunken Dream Garden, Luo Chen truly felt the grandeur and elegance of this pleasure house. Passing through the magnificent hall, a vast space unfolded before his eyes, with maze-like corridors and artfully arranged structures. Everywhere exuded luxury but without losing elegance.

"Hey, Luo Chen, what are you looking at so intently? Aren’t you going to try these desserts?" Beside him, Zhao Dongfang stuffed his mouth with sweets and, with cream still around his mouth, mumbled indistinctly.

Luo Chen withdrew his gaze and shook his head, "I don’t feel like eating. Do you think we’ll see Xiao Ruoyu today?"

"Of course, we will! Leave it to me," Zhao Dongfang promised confidently, then lowered his head to devour more food. However, Luo Chen noticed that in the moment Zhao Dongfang lowered his head, a strange gleam flashed in his eyes, deepening Luo Chen’s suspicions.

At that moment, a man in a black robe with short hair had already walked up to Luo Chen. He held a wine glass in one hand, with the other hand behind his back, exuding a gentlemanly and elegant aura. He smiled at Luo Chen, and that smile was warm and kind, naturally making people take a liking to him.

"My young friend, it seems we’ve met somewhere before?" the man slowly spoke, his voice rich and magnetic.

Luo Chen carefully studied the man in front of him. His features were handsome, and the faint wrinkles on his face added a touch of mature charm. His shoulder-length short brown hair and equally brown eyes made him look both mysterious and attractive. The gentle smile that always hung on his face made it hard to refuse any of his questions.

"I don’t know," Luo Chen answered honestly, "but there’s a shadow of you in my impressions." He tried to recall, attempting to find memory fragments related to this man, but his mind was blank.

The man didn’t seem to mind Luo Chen’s vague answer, lightly chuckling, "It’s okay, memories often blur with the passage of time. Maybe at some unintentional moment, we’ll suddenly remember those forgotten pasts."

His words carried a deep sense of nostalgia and philosophy, making Luo Chen fall into contemplation. And in this brief silence, the man gently raised his wine glass again, "In any case, meeting here tonight is a kind of fate. Come, let’s toast to our encounter."