Since he already knew that Xujing was a place where hidden dragons and crouching tigers could be found—first he had encountered a terrifying little girl who fought demons with her bare hands, and then he had heard of mysterious figures like the "Ink Fairy"—Han Li remained wary and didn't dare wander around Xujing.
He merely took a casual look at the bustling streets of the mortal city and the bright red lanterns that seemed to have been put up for the upcoming festival. Then, with dusk approaching, he headed early to his destination, the Qin residence, and presented his name card and letter.
He soon met Master Qin of the Qin residence. After explaining why he had come, he easily secured a temporary place to stay there in Xujing under the identity of a Qin family nephew.
"Young Master Han!"
"Young Master Han!"
"Master told me to serve you like one of the young masters of our family. Whatever you need, just tell me!"
"Please don't treat me like an outsider!"
After showing Han Li around the secluded courtyard at the Qin residence, which was normally reserved for distinguished guests, Qin Gui, the gatekeeper, followed behind him with a fawning, obsequious look and spoke ingratiatingly.
"Of course."
"As you can see, I've only just arrived. Could you tell me about the customs here in the capital, as well as current events?"
He hadn't revealed that he was a cultivator. Instead, he had only given Qin Gui a subtle warning, leaving him sufficiently unnerved that he wouldn't dare look down on him. Now, as he strolled casually around the elegant courtyard, Han Li asked with interest.
It was just as Han Li had said. Although he was a cultivator, he had only just arrived and knew nothing about Xujing. He really