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The attendant saw us enter and hurriedly took our clothes, weighing them in his hands before walking nearly three meters away and tossing our garments onto the wall.
Mou Xiaoning explained, "This is to prevent guests from taking the wrong clothes. You see that wooden partition over there? All the clothes guests take off must be hung at least one meter off the ground, and each person's hanging spot is different, so there's no chance of mixing them up."
I noticed that Mou Xiaoning had a fragrant pouch hanging from her waist, intricately embroidered with the words "Xiu He" in gold thread.
Curious, I asked, "What’s this pouch for?"
Mou Xiaoning smiled, "Sir, this was embroidered by my family. It contains hair. The name embroidered on the outside is meant to ward off disasters and pray for blessings, ensuring my safety."
I nodded and got out of the pool with Mou Xiaoning.
The water in the hall was indeed nice; after adding taurine and menthol, a faint mint aroma wafted up. Soaking in it felt refreshing all over.
Mou Xiaoning splashed some water on herself and leaned closer to me, speaking in a very low voice, "Sir, I see that Lin Mautsai's business is quite diverse!"
I leaned back against the pool wall with my eyes closed and responded with a hum.
Mou Xiaoning continued, "However, his most profitable ventures are gambling houses, brothels, and smuggling. Especially smuggling; it's said he makes a fortune every year from smuggling fine salt."
I opened my eyes and glanced at Mou Xiaoning. "How do you know this?"
Mou Xiaoning chuckled, "Sir, in our line of work, being well-informed is crucial. Besides, it's not really a secret; many people know about it."
I nodded slightly.
Mou Xiaoning continued, "Lord Feng has always wanted to interfere in Lin Mautsai's business, but there are people protecting Lin Mautsai in the Military Affairs Office, so Lord Feng hasn't found an opportunity to act."
Suddenly, I had an idea.
I glanced at Mou Xiaoning and asked, "Can you find out the time and route for Lin Mautsai's smuggling?"
Mou Xiaoning was taken aback. "My lord, what do you need that for?"
Seeing that I remained silent, Mou Xiaoning leaned closer and whispered, "My lord, if you do this, you will completely offend Lin Mautsai."
I snorted, "I want him to know that I, Ye Yifan, am not someone to be trifled with!"
Mou Xiaoning looked at me and suddenly smiled. "My lord, I didn't misjudge you! You are someone who can accomplish great things!"
I glared at him. "Stop flattering me; it's too fake!"
Mou Xiaoning gave me a thumbs up. "My lord, I'm serious! You're much better than that Li Dangshi! That guy has been a deputy commander for several years in the second division and still hasn't risen above that. And look at you—just over thirty and already the head of the Shadow Garb Bureau, with such determination! In my lifetime, I've rarely respected anyone, but you're one of them!"
Hearing this made me feel quite pleased, but I still glared at him. "Stop just saying nice things! Hurry up and help me with this task!"
Mou Xiaoning bowed to me and smiled. "Yes! My lord!"
I kicked him in the butt and said, "Stop with that nonsense! Get lost!"
Mou Xiaoning smiled and walked away.
I comfortably curled up in the hot water, closing my eyes.
Mou Xiaoning did not disappoint me. Two days later, he found out that Lin Mautsai had a shipment coming in from Xia Bei to the dock at midnight.
I immediately gathered all the personnel from the Shadow Garb Bureau, and by the time of the rooster hour, we arrived at the dock.
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