A drizzle began to scatter about Chirping Alley again.

East Scenery City’s Chirping Alley got its name from Shi Chongming.[1]

Shi Chongming was originally the naughty child of a poor family in this city. When he was young, just like his companions, he would steal sweet potatoes and bird eggs. One day, he accidentally sneaked into a private school and heard a teacher’s lecture, the lecture leaving him completely infatuated. From then on, he always sneakily climbed the walls and trees, attending every single lecture. After just a few years, he actually learned how to read and write, the world in his eyes opening up. Later on, he became a merchant in the city, doing the work of some shopkeepers, often traveling with caravans. His experiences increased, the amount of books he read increased as well. In the end, he became an outstanding talent, actually rising way above the others. A small lake cannot hold a big fish, so in the end, he ended up in Central Continent City, becoming one of Yunqin late emperor’s most important strategists. After Yunqin was established, he even more so became Government Sector’s first Sector Head.

Even though he passed away from a serious illness after only holding his position for five years, his legend and glory would never be erased or forgotten.

Not only did East Scenery City’s people name this street he...