Shen Yibin was so intimidated he didn't even dare get out of the car, but Egg seemed completely unaffected, as if it was long accustomed to this sort of reception. It barked twice toward the car, seemingly urging Hah'Er to hurry up and get out.
Hah'Er curiously sized up the crowd and followed Egg out of the car. The devotees prostrated themselves before Egg but paid little attention to Hah'Er. This was a rare sight indeed. Shen Yibin had taken Hah'Er to many places, and it was always the center of attention. Only here, in Egg's territory, had it been relegated to a supporting role.
"Mr. Bin, let's get out as well," Sakai Kaori said politely. "The Shrine has prepared a meal, and I also have the fine wine you sent last time. I've been saving it and haven't had a drop, just waiting for your visit." She'd had to outwit Egg more than a few times to keep this wine hidden.
