Tongling County spans a full fifty li squared, supporting the lives of over two million people; hence, the city itself is abuzz with activity. Even with night having fallen completely, the streets remained bustling with a considerable number of pedestrians.
Initially, Hou Yuxiao had been concerned that their traveling party was too large and would draw undue attention. However, Hou Yuling had assured her along the way that there was nothing to worry about, and only upon entering the city did she understand why.
On the streets, convoys similar to theirs, escorting horse-drawn carts with dozens of individuals, were not uncommon. Some, by their attire, were obviously outsiders, among whom those without any fluctuation in vital energy were presumably the common folk engaged in ordinary businesses. As for those who looked more formidable, they appeared to be martial artists involved in other trades.
