Chapter 63: An Encounter with Bloodrose Studio

At dusk, a burly dwarf woman drove a delivery wagon to the Holy Mother Monastery. Da Fei, draped in a sack, blended in amidst a load of vegetables.

The wagon came to a halt and Da Fei heard the gatekeeper, Nanny Rong's somber voice, "Why are you so late?"

The delay was, of course, to cover Da Fei's stealth. Otherwise, even Master-level stealth disguise couldn't pass unnoticed under watchful eyes. However, it couldn't be too late either, as that would arouse more suspicion and make exposure easier.

The dwarf woman snapped, "The vegetable boat was late."

Nanny Rong gave a cold snort, then began her routine dirt sweeping under the wagon with her broom. The monastery's rule was not to let the filth of the secular world into the holy sanctuary, but really, it was a checkpoint.

Feeling the rhythmic tapping of the broom, Da Fei's heart leaped into his throat. Success or failure hinged on this moment. If this first gate couldn't be passed, all the plans afterward would be for naught.