Chapter 61: A Stroll Through Belfort
The sun hung high over the red-bricked roofs of Belfort City, casting golden warmth on cobbled streets that bustled with life.
Hawkers shouted the prices of fresh produce, carts creaked along the road, and the clang of a distant forge echoed through the alleyways.
Ryu had just stepped outside when Venus appeared before him, arms folded, lips twitching into something between a smirk and a pout.
"What’s wrong?"
"You’re going to the city a stroll, right? So mother told me to show you around the city," she said, avoiding direct eye contact. "But don’t misunderstand. I’m just doing my filial duty."
Ryu raised an eyebrow, amused. "Is that so? Sounds like you were waiting outside before I even opened the door."
Venus huffed and brushed past him. "Tch. If you’re going to talk that much, I’ll leave you here."
But her pace slowed just enough for Ryu to catch up beside her.
As they moved along the main road, Ryu took in the lively scene of the city. The scent of roasted meat mingled with the sharp tang of herbs and minerals drifted into the air.
Children ran past chasing a ball made of bundled cloth, while vendors called to passing customers with hopeful voices.
Their first stop was the Old Market.
It sprawled like a maze between buildings, filled with mismatched stalls and canopies of every color. One moment, they passed through aisles of shimmering cloth. The next, there were weapons, armor pieces, and even captured beasts in enchanted cages.