Chapter 347: Analysing the Reason Why the Princess Consort has Come With Them
# 347. Analysing the Reason Why the Princess Consort has Come With Them
Since ancient times, port cities have thrived economically. Although the county city of Huangyou County was not large in scale, its streets were broad and straight, bustling with a ceaseless flow of people.
Xu Qi’an stood on the pier, surveying the scene. Porters and labourers moved back and forth, sweating profusely under the sun.
Sweeping his gaze across the area, he locked onto a foreman holding an account book, leisurely sipping tea under a shaded canopy. With a casual stride, Xu Qi’an approached, his hand resting on the hilt of his blade as he looked down at the man.
The foreman stared at Xu Qi’an, then at the Nightwatchers behind him, noting the silver and bronze gongs on their uniforms. While he might not recognize the uniforms of the Nightwatchers, their reputation was well-known even among common folk.
*A-… are these the legendary Nightwatchers?* the foreman thought, both awed and nervous. He quickly stood up, bowing ninety degrees: “Sirs, how may I assist you?”
As he spoke, he pulled out a handful of loose silver from his pocket and offered it with both hands.
Xu Qi’an ignored the gesture and cut straight to the point. “Are you the foreman here?”
The man nodded repeatedly, still bowing. “Yes sir.”