Long Ying was shocked, but after thinking about it, he realized that he would not run away now, because he still saw a glimmer of hope here. If Wu Zhao came outside and announced to the world, he would become a public enemy. At that time, he was still a human being.
What fun is there.
Ling Yu said: "Young general, prepare your horses immediately, gather your brothers, and gallop to the Horse God's Capital. Life is a happy event." Long Ying said, "Can I take a boat?"
Ling Yu slapped his forehead and said suddenly: "Young general forgot that Master Ying wants to go sightseeing. River cruise is a must-do for all tourists. Come! Let's go to the pier outside the main palace gate."
Three speedboats set off from the pier of Shangyang Palace. The eight people accompanying them were all civilians in casual clothes. They were all young and energetic, and looked like brave and fierce villains. They respected Longying and were sincerely convinced. Obviously he was in Li.
Qige's exposed hand shocked them. For warriors, only masters can win their respect.
Dragon Eagle sat on the bow of the boat, looking around at the distant Luo River and the long wind. Under the gradually brightening sky, on one side was the spectacular imperial city, and on the other side were the residential houses full of life and increasingly crowded with people and cars. I couldn't help but feel...
Cheerful, there is great joy in leaving the prison, free and easy.
Ling Yu sat in the middle of the boat, with the rowing guards behind him. He looked east and slid away, leaving Shangyang Palace behind.
Ling Yu suggested: "We will swim along the river first. After Master Ying has enjoyed the beautiful scenery of Shendu, we will have dinner at the most famous Dong Family Restaurant. It is not easy to find a seat. Fortunately, the Director of Ceremonies has made proper arrangements for us."
Then he said happily: "We are the light of Lord Eagle, so we have the opportunity to eat and drink. Of course, the treasurer will pay the bill."
The speedboat turned right, entered the tributary, and looked south. The whole world suddenly changed. Although it was a tributary, it was still very wide. Even though there were frequent boat traffic, water traffic remained smooth.
Willows are planted all over the shore, and there is a long street bustling with traffic. The houses and pedestrians beside it are like forests, and the bustling bustling city of Liaocheng is as visible as the eye can see.
The speedboat turned from one tributary to another, and after two more turns, Long Ying was already dizzy, unable to distinguish things, and deeply enjoyed the fun. Since he was a child, his life circle has been narrow, and he is often left alone.
Not to mention the five years in the Holy Emperor's Mansion and Huanggu, now that I suddenly have so many friends and are in the most prosperous metropolis in Middle-earth, I naturally have a different feeling. I really feel reluctant to leave.
A garden appears on the left, with pavilions and pavilions hidden, and the scenery is wonderful.
Long Ying asked: "Whose mansion is it?" The guard on the rowing boat said: "Master Ying, that is the mansion of those who can afford the money. Fanghua Pavilion, the leading brothel in the divine capital, the boss Nie Fanghua,
Once a famous courtesan, she married the boss of the Luoyang gang. Fortunately, the boss died early, allowing her to return to the brothel. Otherwise, she would not have such a good place today.
Ling Yu laughed and scolded: "Xiao Ma gets excited when he hears the word brothel, but he only patronizes a gangster brothel that is better than a local brothel. Alas! This kid loves to make trouble. The day before yesterday, he got into trouble with the Huanghe Gang over a trivial matter.
There was a conflict, and I was so tired that I had to step in to help him. I really wanted to beat him up, or transfer him to guard the main gate. I just regret that this kid is from my hometown, and his parents asked me to take care of him."
There was a warmth in Long Ying's heart. Everything outside the palace city was different. Everyone around him seemed to have turned back to himself, liberated from the strict rules of the palace city, and had flesh and blood.
He asked casually: "If you cause trouble outside the palace like this, won't the imperial court appreciate you?"
Ling Yu Surong said: "Our five major military departments in Shendu are the flying cavalry army, the left and right Yulin army, the left and right imperial guards, the city defense army and the external garrison. They all have the military order of "Do not disturb the people. Who dares to offend the heavens?"
Articles can range from dismissal from office to beheading in severe cases. As for the Jianghu matter, we can resolve it privately through Jianghu means." Long Ying began to understand why Wu Zhao's world was so stable, because she was indeed an emperor who loved the people and couldn't help but add three things to her.
Everyone has a favorable impression. As long as anyone goes to Luoyang, he will have to admit that Wu Zhao governed the world in an orderly manner and made great achievements. There was a strong contrast between the people and the court. Everyone in the palace was in danger, but the people lived and worked in peace and contentment. This is a
What kind of country.
Seeing that he was silent, Ling Yu thought that he was concerned about Fanghua Pavilion, so he apologized: "The young general of Fanghua Pavilion is really helpless, because he has no choice and dare not apply to the treasurer's group of adults who are in charge of the money." Long.
Ying had no such idea at first, but when he heard this, his heart moved, and he remembered that he could borrow some silver from the fat father-in-law, and smiled and said: "Maybe I have a way." Xiao Ma said happily: "It's all thanks to Ying Ye's support. I never thought that I would finally get this day."
With the Tianjin Bridge in sight, the three boats slowly docked, and everyone jumped to the shore as if performing a show. Ling Yu was pulled aside by his men to talk secretly. Long Ying realized that something unusual had happened. Sure enough, after Ling Yu came back, he boarded the boat with him.
When he was walking down the street, he leaned closer and whispered: "Our brothers noticed that there was a worshipper watching outside the gate. The target was obviously Lord Ying, and he followed us for a while. Maybe there will be a good show."
Seeing his relaxed expression, Long Ying secretly praised him for being worthy of being the second most powerful person in the imperial army, and for being able to withstand the storm. He asked, "Who is the inner worshipper?" Ling Yu said with a bit of disdain, "The inner worshipper is the Holy One's "beautiful man in the harem."
Jixian Palace is their territory, headed by Zhang Yizhi and Zhang Changzong, both of whom are favored by the Holy Emperor. They are increasingly arrogant and domineering in the palace, but they are still not bold enough to touch our flying cavalry imperial army. It is said that they are favored by the Holy Lord Yingye.
Hospitality is very hateful, so it is not uncommon to make excuses to cause trouble. It is said that those who come are not good, and those who are good will not come. If you dare to mess with us today, there will definitely be strong hands to help. If Lord Ying is afraid of trouble, we can return to Shangyang Palace immediately. "
Long Ying was horrified by this. He didn't expect that he would be regarded as a rival by the favored men. He didn't know if he was angry or funny, so he said lightly: "Vice Commander, are you afraid of getting into trouble?" Ling Yu showed two rows of neat white teeth and said with a smile: "Young general today.
The formation of the platoon is precisely to deal with tough battles. The best thing is to carry out the mission. No matter how big the trouble is, it will not be a problem. It all depends on Master Ying." Long Ying thought of the devil, and he said with pride: "Let's heal our stomach first."
While talking and laughing, everyone walked across the long street towards the majestic building with "Dong's Restaurant" on it.
The most prosperous areas in Luoyang are concentrated on both sides of the Luoshui River, collectively known as the Luohe District.
Luoshui is the "heart" of Luoyang and there are numerous large and small wharves. The most important ones are Luohe Wharf and Xintan Wharf. Only the latter can berth more than a thousand merchant ships, making Luohe District the most prosperous cargo distribution center in the country. The imperial court
There was a customs office here, and Wu Zhao was determined to innovate and promote it, reducing tariffs, simplifying procedures, and stimulating trade to an unprecedented level.
Therefore, Luohe District has become a place where business travelers gather, with inns, restaurants, taverns, banks, and mule and horse banks lined up in rows. It connects the two cities in the north and south of Luoshui through the Tianjin Bridge, making Luoyang "noisy day and night,
It was a night with lights on all day long. There were many brothels on the lower streets, and there were more than 60 small and large brothels, which was an unprecedented event.
The Zhou Dynasty accepted Taizong's policy and banned gambling, so Luoyang only had private rooms and no public halls. Those who were addicted to gambling had to secretly go to private rooms to try their luck. Wu Zhao turned a blind eye to this, because
We know that since ancient times, two major things, prostitution and gambling, have always been forbidden.
Luoyang is also a trading place for local products from all over the world, including silkworms, ginseng, bezoar, deerskin, rhinoceros horns, etc., which can only be sold at good prices here.
Another characteristic of Luoyang is its multiple buildings. The Dong's Restaurant is a grand triple-story building. After many expansions and reconstructions, it became antique, elegant and pleasant, and was highly favored by poets and poets. And because Marshal Kou Zhong and Xu Ziling visited it many times
, so people in the world also regard this place as a must-visit place. From morning to night, the seats are packed, and those who are helpless cannot even think of finding a seat without waiting in line.
They were presented by the Palace Clerk of Ceremonies, and the Dong's Restaurant certainly gave them enough respect, especially since they were greeting guests whom Wu Zhao regarded as state guests, so they did not dare to neglect them. They were not allowed to set foot on the third floor, which only had private rooms, if they were not qualified.
building.
Ling Yu saw that the wing room overlooked the Tianjin Bridge and was very satisfied. He called Long Ying to sit at the seat with the best view, and the dishes ordered by the host were served to them like water.
First came two large plates of steaming steamed buns piled like a hill, and then the delicious snacks filled the table in an instant, and everyone let go of everything and ate and drank.
There was a knock on the door.
Everyone looked at me and couldn't guess who was so ignorant that he would harass them at this time.
Just as Ling Yu was about to order someone to open the door, a deliberately effeminate voice said in an extremely flattering and exaggerated tone: "Hero Dragon Eagle! In our Xingjin Buddhist Hall, from the little Buddha to the servants washing and wiping,
We all admire the strong men very much, especially the strong man who can still block arrows with a small cup when being hugged from the left and the right. This is even more impressive, making us men all want to see his majestic face, but the women are heartbroken.
Now our little Buddha is having a banquet on the second floor, waiting for you in Guangdong. We hope that the heroes can gather together and make friends."
Everyone in the room was furious. These words were clearly sarcastic. They secretly ridiculed Longying because he was Wu Zhao's male favorite, so he called him a strong man. He also alluded to using a cup to block an arrow and exaggerated the truth. The more he said it, the worse it became, in line with that kind of hate.
His tone of voice was indeed extremely insulting.
Ling Yu said in a deep voice: "No matter who you are, if I hear one more word from you, I guarantee that you will regret your life." Long Ying was shocked. How could Ling Yu bear this tone?
Buddha was quite scrupulous. But he didn't have any worries. He even wanted someone to come to his door. Now that he is a demon, he only needs to exorcise the devil. He laughed and said: "If your little Buddha wants to see Long, get out of here."
When he came up to see me, Long immediately made friends for him."
The sound of footsteps faded away, and I didn't dare to hum even half a sound.
The imperial guard Xiao Zeng sneered: "A bastard is a bastard!"
Another guard, Xiao Jia, said angrily: "What the hell, little Buddha has three heads and six arms. He comes to bully you like this, boss! How can we not show any sign?" Ling Yu scolded: "What do you know? You are brave but foolhardy, like an eagle.
I am both wise and brave. Now they are not here, and they are not even if they don't come up. This is called taking the initiative and taking the initiative, do you understand?"