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The window on the second floor was wide open, and the night breeze filled the room. There was no moon outside, only a sky full of stars.
The scattered starlight gathered on the ground. After his eyes adjusted to the nighttime light, Song You could make out shapes and objects. While he couldn't see the subtle movements on the ground or far away, he could discern the outline of the city. The roof eaves stretched far into the distance, blending into the darkness, creating a serene beauty.
A soft voice came from behind. “What are you looking at?”
“I heard there are demons causing trouble in this city,” Song You replied, leaning by the window without turning around. “Did you see any demons walking around last night while you were out exploring, Lady Calico?”
“I didn’t see any.” A shadow leaped up beside him.
Lady Calico perched on the window ledge, stretching out its body as it said, “But there were many people on the street, and they made a rustling sound as they walked.”
“That’s the patrol.”
“The patrol…”
“The imperial guards.”
“The imperial guards…”
“They are the human army guarding this city.”
“I haven’t asked yet!”
“It’s fine.”
“But I did feel that there were demons far away while walking on the roof last...
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