The magical beast carriage slowly came to a stop, and Ang stepped down with the other passengers. Before him lay the bustling scene of the North District Hub. People flowed through the area, while the streets rang with vendors' cries and conversations, noisy yet orderly. Hawkers called out one after another, selling specialties from the Empire's northern provinces: rich northern spices, all manner of rare treasures, and beast hides and herbs from the borderlands. The entire hub brimmed with the earthy atmosphere of everyday life.
Ang looked around. Everything here felt both unfamiliar and novel. Amid the bustling crowds, people in all kinds of clothing and with all kinds of accents mingled together. People from different provinces had gathered here, each occupied with their own affairs. As the largest transportation artery in the Empire's north, the North District Hub was not only a center for goods and travelers, but also an important hub for commerce and trade. Ang took a deep breath, and the mixed scents of sweat, spices, and beast hides rushed into his nose. This place was full of vitality and clamor.
He also noticed the language people spoke around him. Imperial Common Tongue differed greatly from Tan'anster Tongue. Although Ang could understand the general meaning, fully comprehending it still took some effort. He had long heard that languages and accents varied among the Empire's provinces. While Imperial Common Tongue was widely used, its pronunciation and grammar still differed greatly from the Tan'anster dialect. This made Ang realize that he needed not only to improve his magic, but also to spend time adapting to and mastering Imperial Common Tongue if he wished to better integrate into this city.
Ang carefully checked the nearby road signs and directions, preparing to go to the East District. According to the map,