The ocean waves were swiftly pacified under Gongsun Xinlian's control.
Although she had acted quickly, the rapidly expanding aftershocks of the battle still caught some approaching merchant ships. A fleet of twelve sank as a result.
Gongsun Xinlian ordered her subordinates to handle the aftermath, then joined her older brother in inviting Lin Hui to their private residence in the Inner City.
"This residence is called the Jade Palace. It's where my siblings and I entertain our guests. We have all manner of food, drink, and entertainment. If you're ever free, Brother Lin, feel free to come and enjoy yourself. I've even captured plenty of slaves from various races and put them here to be used," Great City Lord Xie Chang'an said, sitting in the host's seat in the residence's small hall, smiling cheerfully at Lin Hui.
Across from Lin Hui sat his younger sister, Gongsun Xinlian.
