Walking towards the tower, the people around the structure weren't particularly interested in his approach. Why would they be? He wasn't the first or the last person to walk towards the legendary testing ground. Dozens of Platinum-rank warriors attempted entry daily, their individual stories merging into routine background activity.
Merchants continued hawking their specialized equipment. The bustling marketplace maintained its commercial rhythm regardless of who approached the tower's entrance.
Ethan moved through the crowd with casual confidence, his enhanced perception noting the diverse array of territorial representatives present.
The Blood Dragon remained alert on his shoulder, his intelligence processing the social dynamics while remaining prepared for potential complications. SSS-rank instincts recognized that peaceful environments could shift rapidly when valuable resources were involved.
