Infiltration

Tatsumi changed back into his original clothes. He had thought he would sneak into the Imperial Capital together with Xiao Zhen.

But in the blink of an eye, he had already arrived in a quiet alley somewhere.

Xiao Zhen clapped his hands, bringing the young man back to his senses, while also reaching up to stroke the white kitten on his shoulder.

"Meow!"

The kitten gave an obedient little cry, showing no intention of running away. With his formidable strength backing him up, Xiao Zhen was not worried about her trying any little tricks behind his back.

"Mr. Xiao Zhen, where are we?"

It was Tatsumi's first time seeing such a huge city. He looked just like a country bumpkin... to be precise, he really was one, the kind who had only just left his village.

Seeing the boy's expression, Xiao Zhen kicked him in the backside and said sternly, "Be careful. It'll be dark soon. If we don't find somewhere to settle down, you can prepare to sleep on the streets."

Tatsumi scratched his head awkwardly and explained, "Sorry, I really lost my composure just now. It's my first time seeing such a beautiful, enormous city. Compared to this place, where I come from is poor as hell."

Xiao Zhen said with a profound look in his eyes, "I've already found your two companions. Their situation isn't very good. Otherwise, I would have waited until tomorrow before entering the Imperial Capital."

"Really? Thank you so much."

Tatsumi did not doubt Xiao Zhen's words. In his eyes, a guest personally favored by General Esdeath had to be an incredibly capable person.

Xiao Zhen led Tatsumi onward. They encountered scattered pedestrians along the way, most of whom hurried past with unconcealed fear on their faces.

Tatsumi asked in confusion, "Mr. Xiao