The duo crossed through many streets and alleys, commanding attention along the way. Of course, given the scale of the city and its diverse visitors, they weren’t too surprised.

Li Qiye didn’t seem to mind the uninvited companion who insisted on following him.

Eventually, they reached a small courtyard. The old bricks have been battered by time.

Only apex existences would note how special the bricks were - each had this shape from the initial conception, not molded by men.

The entire courtyard seemed to have grown from the ground, whether it...