Chapter 7, Astonishing Truth

"Yes, that is exactly what it means!" Lin Zhen approached Han Feng with an expressionless face, her towering figure almost pressing against Han Feng's chest, their faces mere inches apart. Lin Zhen exhaled softly, her somewhat deep voice now sounding particularly magnetic: "Is the person in charge going to give it a try? The head of the female department in the reading room... has already had enough freedom to act as she pleases here!"

What is the chief official looking at here

As Han Feng spoke, he suddenly heard a soft gasp coming from the room. Although the sound was faint, Han Feng was very familiar with it. During his time watching Japanese and Western romantic films, he had heard countless actresses emit such sounds in various languages and in many different ways.

I am in charge, or are you in charge? I ask you, where is Xiao Wu? You only need to tell me where she is, no need for so much nonsense!" Han Feng coldly glanced at Lin Zhen and said: "Speak!"

Han Feng was taken aback upon hearing this, quickly turning around to see Lin Zhen standing behind him with a blank expression, not knowing when she had arrived

Lin Zhen's expression changed: "What does the adult want with them?" Lin Zhen instinctively thought of a very dangerous question.

Lin Zhen mockingly laughed and said: "Does the person in charge not see what is going on inside? Do I still need to explain it clearly for you?"

You asked me? Han Feng coldly inquired: "I still want to ask you, what is going on with the illustrations inside?"

I truly do not understand, please go ahead! At this moment, Han Feng does not appear to be a seventeen-year-old boy; the look of surprise on his face has been replaced by a calm expression.

If it could spare Xiao Wu from harm, Lin Zhen would willingly sacrifice herself. After all, she has long been a withered flower and a fallen willow; even if she were to be possessed by the man before her, it would merely mean one more man in her life. It would be no different than being bitten by a dog! What is there to be concerned about?

The esteemed official must be quite entertained! Lin Zhen's words were filled with disdain. Indeed, in their eyes, all men in the world are of the same character; they seek power, wealth, and the bodies of beautiful women. As for the means by which they obtain these, they do not care at all

Although she speaks lightly, her words clearly carry disdain and mockery

Han Feng ignored Lin Zhen and leaned forward to the window hole. Indeed, there was a man who, unable to contain himself, had pinned a young girl to the ground, unfastening his belt and moving his hands up and down, sword and shoes included

While I was lost in thought, a woman's voice suddenly came from behind me

Each man holds at least one woman in his arms, with restless hands wandering over the bodies of these women. At times, they touch the prominent peaks, and at other times, they caress the curves of the hips. There is even one who, in a fit of impatience, reclines in a grand armchair with the woman in his embrace, fervently kissing her snow-white neck

"Alright, then I will speak!" Lin Zhen bit her lip, her lower lip a shade of cherry red, as if she might draw blood. She took a deep breath, as if she had made up her mind, and then said: "The Women's Department of the Reading Room... is essentially a brothel under the Shaoxing government. The women in the department are seen by the officials of Shaoxing as whores whom they can summon at will and dismiss just as easily. They can be played with however one wishes, even more obedient than the courtesans in the brothels. The women in the department are seen by the officials of Shaoxing as whores whom they can summon at will and dismiss just as easily. They can be played with however one wishes, even more obedient than the courtesans in the brothels. Hmph! And they don't even have to be paid!"

Following the sound of silk and bamboo, Han Feng arrived at a large courtyard.

He casually found a black awning boat by the shore and headed back home. Han Feng had already prepared himself for the worst, but when he heard the unbearable words from Yan Shang and the other person, he realized that he still could not calm his heart. A surge of anger began to ignite within him

Men in the world are merely of the same ilk, all a bunch of debauchers. For some reason, Lin Zhen felt a vague pain in her heart; she still harbored a faint glimmer of hope for this person who had done so much in Lin'an Prefecture.

Han Feng pondered for a moment, suppressing the impulse within, and did not enter through the main door. Instead, he quickly circled around the corridor and walked to the side of the window. He moistened his finger with saliva and poked a hole in the paper window, gazing out.

Han Feng felt a strong impulse in his heart; he wanted to kick the door open and shout, "This is the female section of the teaching room. Unrelated individuals, all of you get the hell out of here."

Just as he circled around the small bamboo grove before the women's quarters and had not yet reached his own loft, he suddenly heard the sound of silk and bamboo music coming from deep within the women's quarters, faintly mixed with the teasing laughter of men and women. Han Feng's expression turned stern. How interesting, just yesterday they were saying that men were not allowed to enter the women's quarters, and today he hears such lascivious sounds. These women are indeed quite bold. Do they think that as their supervisor, he is merely here to enjoy idle pleasures?

Lin Zhen, do you mean to say that anyone with power and status can come here to indulge? I don't know why, but when Han Feng turned his face, there was unexpectedly a hint of a smile on his face. In Lin Zhen's eyes, this smile from Han Feng now made her feel disgusted. She had seen such smiles on countless men's faces before. Through this smile, Lin Zhen could clearly guess what they were thinking, what they were planning to do, and the grotesque changes in their bodies. Now, this smile from Han Feng made her feel disgusted. She had seen such smiles on countless men's faces before. Through this smile, Lin Zhen could clearly guess what they were thinking, what they were planning to do, and the grotesque changes in their bodies.

The grand mansion was brightly lit, and about ten women in the reading room were conversing with several men. Han Feng did not recognize the men, but judging by their attire, they were likely either wealthy or of high status

One can be unruly or deceitful, but one must not be wicked! This is the minimum standard for being a person according to Han Feng

When the black-sailed boat arrived near the teaching room, the sun had already set behind the mountains. Only Han Feng disembarked. This time, as he stepped through the door of the teaching room again, the old soldier at the gate nodded and smiled, no longer daring to provoke Han Feng. However, Han Feng did not tease them; instead, he strode towards the women's department, filled with anger.

Han Feng and Yan Shang were enjoying a lively conversation in the tavern, truly embodying the spirit of open dialogue and thorough discussion. As they reached a joyful peak, the three of them began to tap their chopsticks against the bowls and dishes, singing a song. However, once they had intoxicated Yan Shang to the point of confusion and loss of consciousness, Han Feng emerged with a grim expression.

Han Feng lowered his head to glance at Lin Zhen's towering chest, the corners of his mouth curling up into a slight smile: "You are indeed beautiful, but I have no interest. Where is Xiao Wu? Where is Qin Yan?"

Therefore, Han Feng is currently very displeased and uncomfortable! He is unable to accept what Yan Shang and the other person have told him

Lin Zhen seemed to already hear Han Feng's nervous heartbeat, when suddenly she was pushed hard from behind, stumbling back a few steps.

Although the sun has already set, the paths in the reading room are illuminated, and there is bright moonlight overhead. Even someone like Han Feng, who is new here, would not get lost.

Han Feng strode up to Xiao Wu's attic, only to find the door tightly shut and the place deserted. Could it be that what Yan Shang and the others said was true? A surge of inexplicable anger coursed through Han Feng, rising from the soles of his feet to the top of his head, as he turned and walked towards the source of the sound of silk and bamboo.

Yan Shang and the other person remarked that the women in the teaching and reading room resembled a group of prostitutes, which seemed quite accurate. Han Feng felt a wave of discomfort in his heart, although he was reluctant to accept this fact. After all, these women were his subordinates, and it was likely that any officer with a sense of justice would find it hard to accept leading such a group of subordinates

However, the smile on Han Feng's face extinguished her last glimmer of hope

However, Han Feng held back; he needed to investigate the matter concerning the female department of the reading room thoroughly before making a decision. If these women were acting out of their own volition, then let them fend for themselves. But if they still possessed a sense of shame and compassion, as a person like Han Feng, he absolutely could not stand by and do nothing

Lin Zhen was momentarily taken aback by Han Feng's imposing presence, yet she stubbornly refused to relent. Instead, she leaned closer into Han Feng's embrace and whispered, "Xiao Wu is just a child; she knows nothing. If the person in charge truly wishes to..." Although Lin Zhen was delicate in appearance, she was willing to offer herself. Her soft lips brushed past Han Feng's face, nearly touching his ear, as she seductively said, "Sir, how many in the reading room are unaware of the benefits I can provide?"

Han Feng coldly laughed and said, "Don't think that every man falls for this. I will ask you again, where is Xiao Wu? Where is Qin Yan? Tell me immediately."

This place, Lin Zhen brought him here last night. It is said to be a venue where female spies practice singing and dancing. Han Feng let out a cold laugh and strode inside. The sound of seductive music filled the air as he stepped through the courtyard gate. Suddenly, he heard a voice say: "Come, let your brother give you a kiss; this young lady's skin is truly exceptionally tender! Just a pinch seems to make it glisten with moisture."