Chapter 79
“It’s one silver tael per night, but that includes three full meals, so it’s not all that expensive. Plus, you can call on an errand-runner whenever you please...”
Before the inn servant could even finish, Kwak Yeon readily took out six silver taels and handed them over.
“I’ll pay for five days in advance. The sixth is for you.”
“Oh! This is...”
“I tend to be wary of strangers. Consider this my request for you to personally take care of my meals and lodging. If that feels too burdensome, you’re free to hand it over to someone else.”
The old servant straightened his back and gave a humble bow.
“I’ve been with this inn longer than anyone. Rest assured, sir—I’ll see to your comfort myself.”
“Then I’d appreciate it if you could bring the meal to my room.”
“I’ll deliver it right away.”
Once the aged servant bustled out, Kwak Yeon stood by the window and carefully studied the Seongha Sangbang compound across the street.
When the meal arrived, Kwak Yeon asked casually as he accepted the tray.
“That estate across the way—what is it?”