Gu Ning followed Philinos into the spacious and bright first-floor lobby.
Several service windows lined the lobby. Beastmen were scattered about, some sitting, some standing. A few gathered in small groups of two or three, discussing documents. Most, however, were in long lines at the windows, waiting to collect their benefits.
Today wasn't a designated collection day, so there weren't too many Beastmen in the lobby.
Still, the moment Gu Ning walked in, she was met with a barrage of stares.
Fortunately, females weren't a rare sight in the 12th District. Most of the Beastmen glanced at them before retracting their impolite stares.
"We collect ours on the second floor." Philinos wrapped an arm around Gu Ning, shielding her from the uncomfortable gazes, and led her to the access gate for the second floor.
"Hello, miss. Do you need any help?"
