Chapter 204: Chapter 204 Shortcomings of a Beggar

Throughout their journey to the capital, the weather had been favorable, so their travel was not delayed. They also made haste, thus, in less than half a month, they had already arrived at their destination.

"Young master, we're outside the city! We're about to enter the city!" Qingyun exclaimed.

Ji Xinhe drew aside the carriage curtain to take a look. What greeted her was the magnificent city walls. As it was now midday, the city gates were wide open. A constant stream of common people lined up, waiting to either enter or exit the city. The guards were strict, scrutinizing every person who came in and went out of the city, casting an intimidating aura around the gate.

Yet, just by witnessing this scene from outside the city, one could infer the prosperity of the capital.