The place where Cheng Lie lived as a child was located in a narrow alley in South City.
Compared to the bustling city center, this area still felt like a rural village.
As soon as Yun Shifei stepped inside, she sensed a dark, damp smell. The light could only stream down through the narrow gaps above.
Because of this, even though it was daytime, the alley was dim and shadowy.
Cheng Lie held Yun Shifei's hand, guiding her through the alley.
Yun Shifei noticed puddles of water on the uneven ground, garbage scattered everywhere, and even dead cockroaches and rats in abundance.
But she wasn't scared, nor did she find it strange. She simply thought to herself, so this is the kind of environment Cheng Lie grew up in.
Finally, Cheng Lie stopped in front of a building roughly six stories high. He glanced at Yun Shifei and said, "We're here."
Then, he took out a key and unlocked the door.
The staircase light was dim, and the steps, worn from years of use, were no longer level.
