Molintoner Road, No. 17.
A three-story building with a slanted wooden roof stood there. Beneath the eaves was a round window on the first floor, while the two floors above had windows arranged in a four-pane pattern.
The walls were made from a combination of brick and wood.
The wood gave off its distinctive scent in the rain. Qin Ran looked up at the house number, blurred by the downpour, then stepped forward and knocked softly on the door.
After receiving permission to enter, Qin Ran pushed the door open and went inside.
A fire pit stood just inside the entrance. Fed with dry firewood, the flames burned fiercely, quickly dispelling the chill clinging to Qin Ran's Ravenfeather Cloak.
Yikete stood beside the fire pit.
The Rebel watched Qin Ran without saying a word, showing no intention of truly inviting him farther into the house.
Beside the Rebel stood a tall woman dressed in black leather. The tight leather made her chest appear even more impressive and her legs seem even longer. Especially as she stood with her arms folded across her chest and leaned against the wall, every curve of her body was on display.
"Welcome, Lord 2567."
"I'm Bella. It is an honor to meet you."
As she spoke, she straightened up and held out her hand.
Qin Ran lowered his head and glanced at her extended hand, but did not offer his own.
Some courtesies did not apply in Giant City.
It was not because of arrogance.
It was simply caution.
After all, one never knew what abilities the player standing across from them possessed.
Bella showed no anger at Qin Ran's behavior. Instead, she casually gestured to one side and said, "This way, please."
"My apologies. This is merely one of our temporary strongholds. For certain