ตอน 37: Chapter 36: Speaking on Behalf of the Divinities

"Sir, we've arrived at 375 Oak Street," the coachman reminded.

"Just wait here," Chaoyang instructed, then pushed open the door and alighted from the carriage.

It was two o'clock in the afternoon, and Magnificent Castle was enjoying clear skies after a long absence. The slightly scorching sunlight filtered through the shade of the trees lining the road, casting a pattern of trembling light spots on the ground. It was the kind of weather that invites a leisurely stroll, yet there were few people to be seen on the streets—compared to a week ago, the city seemed much quieter.

A little further away, two cavalrymen in City Watch uniforms were patrolling the street.

Chaoyang pulled his hat brim lower and entered number 375.

This was a two-story building and another secret residence of Kort Dane. From the decor on the first floor, it seemed like a fruit shop, currently out of business, with empty fruit racks still placed against the wall.