But just then, the rhythmic sound of marching footsteps approached as a squad of armored officials brandishing weapons stormed onto Zhuangyuan Street.
The leading Official shouted an order, and they began searching the shops one by one. Pedestrians scrambled to get out of the way, and the once-bustling street instantly descended into chaos.
Yang Jing didn't find this strange. 'In these chaotic times, the government often conducts searches for rebels and bandits or tracks down dangerous criminals. Any sort of disturbance is possible.'
However, the officials' search ruined their mood for strolling. Sun Ningxiang lost all interest in continuing to shop, so the two of them headed down the street toward the South City Gate, planning to take the carriage arranged by the Lin Family back to the Xuanzhen Sect on Fushan Island.
