The Empress’s temporary residence was located at the South Gate of Liangzhou City, a spot far more bustling and prosperous than the other three gates. Li Cun had specifically chosen this location, hoping to showcase his administrative achievements to the Empress.
Today, however, the South Gate felt desolate. The shops on both sides of the thoroughfare were boarded up, and the bluestone path, usually teeming with crowds, was now empty. More than that, the clamor of hawkers and the bustle of trade had vanished. The South Gate was eerily silent.
*Clatter, clatter, clatter—*
*Clatter, clatter, clatter—*
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