Yang Hualing decided to ignore King Jin altogether. Hmph. Who told him to be such a coward, despite being a king? Her frustration simmered, and she kicked a stone as she walked through the bustling streets of Jin Kingdom.
Everywhere she looked, people were engrossed in their daily activities—buying and selling, trading, auctioning, enjoying entertainment, drinking, and eating. The city was lively and colorful, with vibrant banners fluttering in the breeze and the air filled with the chatter of merchants and customers haggling over prices. The smell of street food wafted through the air, mingling with the aroma of exotic spices and fresh flowers. Musicians played cheerful tunes on street corners, and children ran around, laughing and playing games.
