"Go away! Filthy beggar!"
Someone pushed her forcibly, but she stood still. She watched as the other person staggered and backed up a bit.
The pompous expression on his face disappeared. He glared at her and left.
She continued moving through the crowd with indifference. The majority of people frowned and avoided her when they saw her ragged clothing.
There were swarms of people. Although the Inner City didn't have a traditional city wall and gate, people had constructed a symbolic entryway composed of wood and wreaths. Armored guards stood on both sides of the door. Their exquisite armor reflected a glaring light under the sun. The vivid eagle adornments, the embossed irises on their chests and the handsome visage of the knights, made all the girls shriek in excitement.
