It took just one day to handle everything—it went smoother than expected.
On the following day, Gu Erniu took Gu Sheng for a stroll around the town. Between listening to storytelling sessions, he picked up some trinkets for his wife and child.
It was only then that Gu Sheng noticed.
Canghe County wasn't as peaceful and prosperous as it had seemed when he first entered the town.
In some remote alleys, there were plenty of pale and emaciated people. Begging, theft, and even street brawls were not uncommon.
"So, the glitz and glamour are but a facade; darkness exists everywhere."
Gu Sheng's heart chilled as he became aware of the many gangs running rampant in the city. The reality for the lower-class citizens was far from ideal.
To avoid trouble, Gu Sheng decided not to venture outside anymore. Instead, he found a spot in the secluded courtyard and focused on practicing archery.
