C226 The Regent Arrives

Outside the North Dawn Courtyard, Zhan Xiaojiu and Bai Qing were hiding under a willow tree. The lanterns under the plaque could be vaguely seen through the rows of gold-studded doors, and the patrolling soldiers could be seen passing by from time to time.

The two stone lions by the door were imposing and terrifying. Their ferocious appearances, when compared to the candlelight