White marble buildings sat beside clean and tidy streets. The structures were painted in pale pink, light blue, and off-white pastel hues. Neat avenues were lined with various exquisite shops, surrounded by lush and exotic vegetation. The flowers on both sides still filled the air with their fragrance.
Alka observed the scene, adjusted his clothes, and walked slowly along the street. All around were finely dressed gentlemen accompanying noblewomen and young ladies on their stroll. Not a single plainly dressed commoner could be seen on the streets, nor any vagrants. It seemed as if the entire city was wonderfully perfect.
Alka walked along the edge of the street, looking at the exquisite shops. They mostly sold clothing, accessories, and luxury items for women. Next to these were various kinds of restaurants. A mere glance at the items in many of the stores told Alka he couldn't afford to enter. Extremely expensive.
