Despite the minor hiccups, the two manage to reach the largest city closest to them right before the sun set. Even after seeing a town up close, it could not be compare to the city in front of them.
The city in front of them is far larger than the town, large enough to contain 3 towns on it's own. Though, the population seem to be at least 10 times more than what the town could holds which is a staggering 500 000 people.
Considering that Ryker only interact with his siblings and parents before coming to the continent, while Ina only deal with at least than 1 000 villagers, safe to say the number of people in the city terrify them.
Aside from the sheer size, the buildings are mostly similar, the only difference is there are more buildings, some towering above the rest. The walls are the same height, though the length clearly changed to accommodate the larger area.
There seem to be more gates, with more guards per each gate. While the strength of the guards at the gate varied, from what he could sense, there always one guard at the 3 major realm of the Genesis Grand Realm, the Genesis Condensing Realm.
Considering he is just 3 minor realm short before he could attempt another breakthrough, supposedly he would be easily beaten by the strongest guard of each gate. However, it was not the truth, as his true strength had reach the time when he was at the 1st Stage Genesis Condensing.
While he could likely handle the 2nd Stage and maybe even hold his own against the 3rd Stage, above that, he will stand no chance.
If anyone heard him saying he could beat a Genesis Condensing cultivator while he was at the 6th Stage Genesis Formation, they would not have believe him, as the differences between the major realm are huge.
"Let's get inside," Ina nodded as the two head towards the closest gate.
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"Here is your token. Please make sure to give them back when you leave the city. And if you want to stay longer, you just need to go to one of the governmental office or here to renew your token and prolong your stay," the receptionist said, telling them while handing them an iron token.
The guards of the city, which is called Alten City, are much better than the one from the first town. Aside from staring at Ina for a short time, they did not do anything else; no attempt to scam them, not trying to force them to give them money, or try to get Ina.
All in all, the guards in the city are a lot better than the one from the town. As the two enter the city, they could not help but compare it with their first town. While the town has a lot of people, it could not be compare to Alten City, with each streets bustling with people, as they walked and stopped at nearby stores.
Ryker hold Ina's hand, fearful they might get separated in the sea of people. While the brunette is flustered at first, a glance at the large crowd get her to agree to the idea, her hand gripping his in an effort to remain close and not get pulled by the large crowd.
As the two head towards a nearby inn, they did not notice a group of people observing them, glancing at the two before leaving, though one remained behind them.
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"Phew, we make it out," the brunette exclaimed, as she flopped on the bed, tired from navigating the crowded streets. They would have lost if not for the fact each store owner have graciously put some signs for their own sake.
Even if it just for advertisement, it make it easier to search for a lodging for the night, as well as place to eat.
Though, with how tired they are, having reach the city near dusk, they have opted for some take out and bringing them into their room, not planning to get out for the night.
While Ryker would love to enter the Hidden Ancient Mansion and see his siblings, his current state make him reluctant to do so. So, the two decided to go for the next best thing, which is to talk to them through a projection.
It is one of the feature he found later on. By using the token to enter the Hidden Ancient Mansion, he could get a two-way projection and talked to his siblings without going inside the Hidden Ancient Mansion.
The couple talked to the children for a bit before decided to stop for the night. After all, the children clearly tired as well. Ryker even have to advise his siblings to sleep right away after the call is over, in which Ilina merely nodded before dragging some of their more stubborn siblings into bed.
After the call was over, Ryker lie on the bed next to Ina, yawning loudly.
"That is tiring," he said, closing his eyes for a brief moment. His wife decided to snuggle on top of him, already changing to one of her more recent clothes, a light purple nightgown.
As usual, Ryker is topless, with only shorts covering his private. Ina took advantage of his current get up to lie on top of him, enjoying his sturdy body.
She raised her head before looking at her husband, "Hubby, can we do it?" she asked, feeling somewhat shy asking such thing. After all, both of them are still tired, so there is no way he would have the stamina from doing this.
To her surprise, Ryker nodded as he pulled her into a deep kiss, one so intense tongues were involve. When the two pulled out, Ina's face was bright red, clearly embarrassed by his action.
His hands wander on the straps, which keep the nightgown on her. With her wanting it, Ryker pulled her clothing, removing the nightgown with a light thug.
A smile formed on his face as Ryker dive into her cleavage, eliciting erotic moans from the brunette, who could feel her body becoming less intense.
Her eyelids fluttered as his kisses began to drop downward, earning more moans from her. Soon, the sound of passion filled the room, one joined by screams of ecstasy.