As the news spread, the name Chu Zheng became increasingly well-known on this star of Stars.
The term Tree Root, however, was mentioned by no one.
Chu Zheng traveled down the river, not rushing his journey, and only arrived at the Imperial Capital of the Yuangu Dynasty several days later.
By then, the Imperial Capital was already under full lockdown, with armies of ten thousand stationed on all sides, fully armed and vigilant, patrolling the five districts day and night, the city alight with non-stop lanterns.
The Imperial Court had given considerable attention to this young master who had appeared out of nowhere.
Recently, the soldiers guarding the city had all been replaced by elite Imperial Guards, and Grandmasters personally guarded every gate diligently to prevent any oversights.
The morning was misty with drizzling rain.
As the season moved toward winter, the climate became colder still.
