Chapter 40

The deeper one walked, the more magnificent and bustling the scene became. The small street stalls grew scarcer, while the large tents multiplied. Red, blue, yellow, and green tents of every description came into view—some constructed in squares, others shaped like round barrels. Some had two pillars erected beside the rolled-up curtains at their entrances, while others hung bright red lanterns. Inside some, lights blazed brilliantly, whereas others remained dim and dark. Walking and observing as he went, Fangyuan finally stopped in front of a gray tent.