The Rebellious Imperial Arm

Xiao Zhen opened his eyes. By then, a squad had already arrived outside, led by a tall middle-aged man.

This group all wore Imperial Capital Guard uniforms, and among them was a girl who looked pure and adorable.

A strange-looking little dog followed beside the girl. It appeared harmless to humans and animals alike, yet a modest amount of energy supported it from within.

Hearing the commotion downstairs, Tatsumi and Ieyasu simultaneously raised their weapons, looking as though they faced a formidable enemy.

The reason they had been exposed was also related to the bloody smell on the two boys. Even after a simple cleanup, the scent had been far too strong.

"Captain Ogre, they're upstairs. Three men and two women in total. One of the women seems to be seriously injured."

The innkeeper rubbed his hands together and pointed toward the second floor in a sinister tone.

The captain of the Imperial Capital Guard, the man nicknamed Ogre the Demon, had gained expanded authority due to the tense situation lately.

Recently, anyone who looked suspicious and lacked influential backing had been unable to escape his clutches.

Torture and confiscation of property had multiplied his personal assets several times over.

The sweet and adorable-looking girl beside him said excitedly, "Master, the people upstairs are evil criminals rebelling against the Empire. Leave the rest to Koro and me!"

Ogre nodded. He was also itching to go upstairs and chop a couple of people up for fun, letting his sword taste fresh blood.

But there was always the possibility of an accident. What if there were experts upstairs?

His little apprentice Seryu was an Imperial Arm user, after all. That harmless-looking little dog was far stronger in battle than he was.

Seryu cautiously crept up to the second floor, using the lamplight