Red Leaf Town is thirty li south of Jianye City, a journey that could be completed in one hour at full speed.
Although the town is not large, comparable in size to Tuji Town near the Spring and Autumn Pavilion, its bustling activity far surpasses that of the latter. True to its name, the town is filled with vibrant maple leaves both inside and out, their fiery colors especially resplendent amidst the deep autumn setting.
A broad river flows by the town, known as the Lishui River, which leads directly to the Eastern Sea and serves as a vital waterway for Jianye City. Every day, a multitude of ships pass through here, contributing to Red Leaf Town's prosperity.
However, upon Shen Luo's arrival, the town seemed quite lifeless, with deserted streets and shops open yet lacking customers. Shop-owners appeared preoccupied, their minds heavy with thoughts.
The town itself carried a sense of heaviness, causing even the stray cats and dogs on the street to run by in fear.