“Who is it?” Zu An was alarmed. He had just arrived at the capital, and did not know many people. Who would come seeking him at this hour?

“I…” A timid yet lovely voice came from outside. Zu An was overjoyed. He was just about to undo the restrictions when he suddenly heard someone climbing over the walls.

He cursed inwardly. These restrictions were terribly shoddy! They were nothing like the ones around his Embroidered Envoy residence in the palace. At best, they could stop some petty thieves, but were useless against those with higher cultivation.

He quickly stowed Daji away to prevent this intruder from seeing her.

Soon, he caught sight of a black-robed figure. Zu An waved his hand towards her. “I’m over here!”

This unknown visitor was wrapped entirely in a black cloak. She was stunned to see Zu An in a bathtub. “You… you’re taking a bath.”

She had a lovely voice,...