Imperial Capital of Central Plains.
Just as usual, the lively atmosphere could be seen all over the city. People bustled around, going to work, shopping, and visiting friends.
However, if one paid attention, they could see something unusual.
For example, the number of guards increased, and their gazes were sharper. There were also rumors about the Murim being restless and a lot of people disappearing.
The reason was clear.
War.
"When will the Murim Alliance finish this? The enemy is just a new group that came out of nowhere, right?"
"Those martial artists are fighting each other. It's scary. Also, the daily necessities price has risen since the war started."
"Right? Even so, my monthly pay hasn't changed. Heck, they even cut off some of my pay for protection money!"
