Shard maintained the Illusion Technique and wanted to follow them up the stairs, but as he passed the entrance, he noticed a simple warning ritual set there:
"Oh? This place actually managed to hire a Circle Sorcerer to help set up the ritual?"
However, since the warning ritual was too simple, it was entirely ineffective against Shard, who was proficient in Illusion Techniques.
Passing through the dark, narrow stairway led to a hidden fourth floor, which was truly remarkable, resembling a large flat room. The luxurious decor and furniture arrangement were even better than the floor below, making Shard suspect if this was where the upscale brothel entertained important people.
Director Anlos had just appeared when he heard a voice from the southeast corner of the room:
"Anlos, you're too slow. Do you know how much it costs to rent here?"
It was a man's voice, and it was in Casenric Language.
Director Anlos adjusted his hat and walked over with his subordinates:
