As the group continued their journey to Cloud Village, they stumbled upon a small, bustling town named Fenghua. Its vibrant markets were filled with merchants selling exotic goods, and the air was filled with the scent of spices and sweet pastries. However, beneath the lively exterior, trouble lurked in the shadows.
"Let's rest here for a bit," Lianhua suggested. "We can gather information about the Shadow Warlord and maybe find more allies."
As they wandered through the market, Alex was entranced by the sights and sounds. "I've never seen so much food!" he exclaimed, eyeing a stall laden with delicious dumplings.
Before anyone could respond, a flash of movement caught Alex's eye. A figure darted past, snatching a pouch from an unsuspecting merchant. "Hey! Stop that thief!" Alex yelled, instinctively running after the figure.
"Alex, wait!" Lianhua shouted, but he was already in pursuit.