chapter 314 No ambiguity in action

The weather was exceptionally cold after the heavy snow. Many people in the imperial capital wore thick cotton-padded clothes, which made them look bloated and clumsy. Even the wide streets seemed a little crowded.
Braziers were burning in the teahouses and restaurants on both sides of the street, emitting scorching heat, making the lobby inside and outside extremely warm.
However, today.
The teahouses and taverns that used to be bustling and lively have become much quieter....