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Chapter 29: The Quiet Tavern
Author: Jajajuba
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The night sky was filled with stars, yet the city felt eerily silent. Chen Wu chose a small tavern on the edge of the street, far from the bustling market and its noise. The place was simple, with aging wooden walls and oil lamps casting a dim glow. Wearing a wide conical hat that obscured most of his face, he walked in with steady steps. Inside, only a few people could be seen.

Chen Wu sat at a wooden table in the corner. “A pot of warm tea, please,” he said, removing his hat and placing it on the table. His gaze swept the room, ensuring nothing seemed out of place.

The tavern owner, an old man with a thin white beard, greeted him warmly. “Just a moment, sir,” he replied, quickly moving to the small kitchen at the back. The sound of his steps mingled with the noise of water being poured into a pot. Soon, the soothing aroma of tea began to fill the air.

Chen Wu waited quietly, occasionally glancing at the door and windows, remaining alert. Not long after, the old man returned with a p
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