Meanwhile, outside the City Lord's guest room.
Captain Shan looked exhausted as he escorted the last guest out of the manor.
Just as he was walking back inside, a few of his subordinates approached him with wide grins.
"Captain! You look like you could really use a drink after tonight," a burly guard laughed. "Come on, let's go grab some booze. The night is still young, and we just finished a long shift. There's a good tavern nearby that serves that strong Spirit Wine you like."
Hearing this, Captain Shan let out a long, exhausted sigh and rubbed his temples.
"We can't leave yet," he said firmly. "The City Lord is still in a private meeting with Alchemist Li. It would be rude if we all disappeared before the guest leaves. You know how strict the City Lord is about etiquette."
Hearing this, the burly subordinate scratched his head with a disappointed grin.
