Two days later.
The Capital.
The Dragon Kingdom's capital was steeped in old-world charm.
Compared with Demon City, the Capital had a greater depth of history.
It felt like being immersed in a blend of history and technology.
There were towering skyscrapers, as well as ancient buildings weathered by wind and rain.
Overlord had already taken Hu Du and the others back to Chun Prefecture ahead of them.
Little White Tiger and Old Ninth, meanwhile, came to the Capital under Ji Min's guidance.
They had to thank White Garment in person for his help, and the Guan Family for coming to their rescue.
They also needed to give the Kusanagi Sword to White Garment.
"I'm not going in. Every other word out of that old man's mouth is CNM. I'm afraid he'll curse me out."
After taking Little White Tiger, Old Ninth, and Xiao Yuan to the Guan Residence, Ji Min reminded them, "Come out early once you're done. I've arranged a get-together with a few young masters from the Capital tonight. Get to know them. More friends mean more options."
"Okay."
After they parted ways.
The three looked at the guards standing watch at the entrance, unsure what to do.
In their experience, every one of these grand, powerful households looked down their noses at everyone.
Small fry like them would probably have trouble even getting through the door.
Before the three could figure out how to announce themselves, Meng Kan walked out.
"What took you so long?"
They had met in Chun Prefecture, and Meng Kan had even saved Hi Dog and Earthworm.
So Old Ninth and the others had a very good impression of him.
"We're country folk. First time in the city. We don't really know how to announce ourselves."
Little White Tiger gave a guileless