The Scholar

Chapter 86: The Scholar (Seeking Recommendation Tickets~)

Shi Lan and her group's attire stood out in Purple Flame City. After walking for a short while, their path was blocked.

The group blocking Shi Lan's way consisted of about seven or eight individuals, all wearing dark blue robes.

The leader was a burly man who looked under forty. He was of medium build, with muscular arms, and wore a short tunic, leaving his arms bare to reveal bulging muscles.

"Esteemed guests, my master has some questions for you. Please accompany me to the City Lord's mansion."

The leader stepped forward and cupped his hands towards the group on horseback, his tone relatively polite.

Shi Lan glanced at the men and said, "Lead the way."

Before long, the group stopped before a gatehouse nearly five zhang high. The courtyard walls were snow-white, and the main gate was almost three zhang wide.

"Please dismount."

"Wang Ning, come with me. The rest of you, stay here."

Shi Lan turned and said this before dismounting.

The rest of the Demon Suppression Army dismounted simultaneously, their movements so uniform that the leader's pupils contracted slightly.

"Please follow me," the man said, turning to lead the way.

Following the man into the courtyard, Shi Lan observed the carved beams, painted rafters, rockeries, and flowing water. She couldn't help but feel surprised. The City Lord's mansion in Purple Flame City, regardless of anything else, was undoubtedly among the most opulent and magnificently decorated she had ever seen.

After walking for about half an hour, Shi Lan and the man arrived at a somewhat secluded courtyard. In the center stood a giant tree of unknown species, its branches extending beyond the courtyard walls. Even in winter, it remained lush and green, its canopy like a vast umbrella.

"Please, both