True Qi surged to the wounded area, revitalizing the blood. Pei Ye led his horse away from the gambling field and once again headed for the inn as directed by a passerby.
This time he finally found the right place. Looking at the front door with its shiny polished pillars, somewhat loose gates, and dusty old wooden windows, Pei Ye squinted his eyes in satisfaction - this inn fit the image he had in mind.
"Hey boy, take the horse!" Pei Ye called out.
"Eh - wait for a moment -" A nonchalant response echoed from inside the inn. Pei Ye stood outside the threshold, waiting for a short while before a young server came out panting - such an average level of neglect felt familiar to Pei Ye.
"Sir, are you here for lodging?" the server asked as he grabbed the bridle.
"Yes. How much for a night?"
