The vision in front of Song Jian blurred, and when it cleared, he realized he hadn't returned to the Assessment Hall, but directly to his safehouse, in the Manor Castle.
No one noticed his appearance, nor cared about it. The existence of the City of Hope Alliance relied on Song Jian's strength and his Manor Castle. But during its development process, Song Jian's presence was largely overlooked.
For the rest of the Alliance, Song Jian being gone for several months was a common occurrence. Even the new players who had joined the Alliance loved to share stories with their friends about their mysterious and elusive Alliance leader.
In the end, it was the house steward George who predictably appeared before Song Jian.
"Master, welcome home!" George said, bowing respectfully.
Song Jian smiled faintly, "George, give me a report on how the territory has developed these past few months."
