602 Completely uncooperative

Descending from the airship, the massive Imperial Palace and a host of brilliant golden buildings were hanging in mid-air, their splendor accentuated by the sunlight. Runes rose continuously around the buildings, maintaining their positions in the sky. Ai Lin strolled along, marvelling at the sight. Girls were often drawn to such spectacles. Ai Lin mused, even Long Yi would find this sight intriguing if he was here.

Well, not necessarily—after all, Long Yi is a Giant, and these Floating Islands were created by his kind.

Before they could enter the palace, a group of guards performed their routine inspections. The magic was swept over everyone, not even sparing Crown Prince St. Antonio. When the scan reached Ai Lin, a set of runes automatically sprung from her, obliterating the magic in mid-air.