Sam left his [Mansion] and rushed through the streets of the [Forsaken Kingdom].
He moved quickly, but even while sprinting ahead, he could not help staring at the sight in front of him, because the streets were still crowded despite everything that had happened.
Even after the confrontation with the celestials, even after the entire realm trembled when he unlocked the chains of the [Soul Gate], life here continued without breaking.
Awakeners from every race filled the paths, talking in small groups or walking alone while muttering to themselves.
Some of them looked focused and intense as they discussed upcoming strategies or techniques that could make them stronger.
Others simply chatted about ordinary matters, almost as if they had accepted that this realm was their home for the foreseeable future.
