The courtyards are divided into four zones: A, B, C, and D. Of these, the A-zone courtyards are the best in terms of size, environment, and even furnishings.
Ian Song was assigned a courtyard in the D-zone.
The D-zone courtyards are allocated to Inner-Sect disciples free of charge, while those in the A, B, and C zones require payment.
D-404—that was the courtyard Ian was assigned to.
He took out his identity card and swiped it on the electronic lock at the gate, and the door opened automatically.
"Brother Stone, let’s get together tonight. I’m off to work!"
After escorting Ian here, Shawn Huo said goodbye.
"Alright, see you tonight then!" Ian nodded, not insisting Shawn come in. After all, he’d just arrived himself, and there wasn’t even any hot water yet—no point inviting someone in to sit around.
Watching Shawn leave, Ian was about to go inside when the gate of D-403 next door suddenly opened. Out stepped a young woman in her early twenties, dressed in black training clothes. She was tall—at least 1.75 meters—and while not a classic beauty, she was definitely attractive.
What was most striking was the heroic aura she radiated.
Seeing Ian, the young woman asked with a hint of curiosity, "Hey, are you a newly promoted Inner-Sect disciple?"
"No, I just joined the Heavensnare Order," Ian replied with a smile.
Hearing this, a look of surprise flashed in her eyes. "You just joined and already became an Inner-Sect disciple? Your cultivation must be at the Transforming-Gang realm. By the way, my name is Summer Xia. What should I call you?"
"Nice to meet you, Summer Xia. My name is Jason Stone."
Summer Xia laughed heartily. "No need to be so formal. We're neighbors now! Looks like you didn't bring anything with you yet—haven't bought any daily necessities, right? Want me to go shopping with you? Since you're new to Heavensnare City, having someone familiar with the place can save you a lot of time and money."
Summer was so enthusiastic that Ian couldn't refuse. He nodded and agreed, locked his courtyard, and followed her outside.
"By the way, Brother Stone, what cultivation stage have you reached?"
"Third-stage Transforming-Gang."
"Wow!" Summer Xia exclaimed in surprise, staring at Ian. "I didn't expect your cultivation to be so high. You haven't joined a hunter squad yet, right? How about joining our Tempest Hunter Squad?"
"What do hunter squads do?" Ian asked curiously.