Since the Wei Dynasty, shipping and canals have intersected each other. The canals were once in disrepair due to wars, but now they have been repaired and can also accommodate ships and official ships. In a short period of thirty years, not only has the prosperity been restored, but it has become even more prosperous.
The streets are lined with shops, but for some reason, there has been less traffic these days.
"Hey, have you heard that spring has started again?" A person at a late stall on a street not far from the imperial city said as he ordered Xiao Long Baozi and wontons.
The shop owner served the food to the customer and responded with a cheerful smile. The other customer was from a nearby area and knew the owner of the stall. They were all familiar with each other, so he had no worries about talking to each other.
"Who doesn't know this? Two brothers have gone to the Tang family not far away. This is really a literary star."
"In the previous dynasty, there were several generations of officials. In this dynasty, the second generation fell into decline, and the third generation rose up again. In other words, they are really blessed!"
Having said this, the man even swallowed a mouthful of saliva.
"Shen San, I know you are eyeing the second daughter of the Tang family. You are afraid that if someone gets a Jinshi exam, they will look down on you, aren't you?"
As soon as he said this, everyone burst into laughter. Even the stall owner laughed so hard that his whole body trembled. After a long time, he sighed: "Oh, it's not very peaceful recently!"
As soon as he said this, everyone in the stall fell silent.
The capital has not been peaceful recently. Not only are there monsters, but also the good hunting camp is hunting and killing them everywhere. Many people have witnessed the scene of killing monsters.
Most of the monsters were killed, and some escaped into people's homes or official mansions.
They say dogs jump over walls when they are anxious, and so do monsters.
Even with precautions, a few people were accidentally killed or injured as a result and died.
This leads to the fact that when another spring rain falls, not only the sky is dull, but also every corner of the capital is filled with a depressing atmosphere.
It can be said that despite the stalls being laid out and the shops open, if you smell it carefully, you will see a faint smell of blood coming from the corner. But if you look carefully, you can only see traces washed away by rain on the ground or walls.
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"That's right. Who would have thought that monsters can be lurking under the emperor's feet!" Shen San also sighed: "We have lived in the capital for more than ten generations, and this did not happen in the previous dynasty."
"Shh, you can't say that."
Companion Shen San was obviously timid. When he heard this conversation, he subconsciously pulled up his sleeves, meaning to talk less about this, so as not to provoke monsters and get into trouble.
If it were in the past, who among them would be afraid of the government and monsters?
Isn't it a privilege for people in the capital to talk about political affairs? There are monsters. Who is afraid of monsters under the emperor's feet? Even if the sky opens a hole, it won't affect it.
But now it can't be done. It is said that the capital city is like an ordinary county town, allowing monsters to come and go and hurt people. Although the good capture camp and the experts from all sides are chasing the monsters, there are still some civilians who are involved and injured or killed.
No matter how small the number of people is, no matter how low the odds are, if it is 100% for everyone, who can not be afraid?
We are all ordinary people!
As for the government, there has been a cold winter air recently, and it has become cold and high pressure. Shen Sanyi, who had his sleeves pulled by him, was a little scared when he thought about it, so he quickly shut up and just lowered his head to drink porridge.
The first person to speak continued: "Actually, there is no need to worry about this. I heard that the Shanzhao Camp has killed all the monsters in the past two days. After all, Taisun is keeping an eye on this matter!"
As soon as Taisun was mentioned, even the man who just told his companions not to talk raised his head and couldn't help but said: "Since Your Highness Taisun is responsible for this matter, it must be resolved soon! The matter of the temple was
In this way, after a while, the chaos was quickly settled."
The few people who were silent also nodded in agreement, although some people said that His Highness Taisun was cruel and killed too many people when he dealt with the temple. His methods were too tough and not benevolent enough.
But for ordinary people, when this kind of situation makes them feel uneasy, those in power who are tough and not afraid of being criticized can really give them a sense of security.
"Ahem!" While several people were talking, someone suddenly passed by.
The late stall owner who was greeting the new customers heard the cough and smelled the smell of blood. He subconsciously raised his head and glanced at it, but the next moment he looked confused and then lowered his head to eat, as if he was the very familiar Pianpian.
Young Master, it’s like he never appeared before.
"Recovery is a bit slow." Xie Zhenqing passed by the late food stall and couldn't help but cover his mouth and cough again. The smell of blood rising in his throat made him frown.
His face was paler than before, truly bloodless. The clothes on his body looked intact, and it was impossible to tell that he had been injured. However, it was only covered by magic. The real injury was still very heavy.
Since there was no time, Xie Zhenqing could only hurry up and get things done.
The stall owner who was late just now had sharper eyes than ordinary people. Although he was still an ordinary person, he actually saw himself at a certain moment. This was related to Xie Zhenqing's serious injury.
"I've eaten wontons at this stall before, but why didn't I realize that this late stall owner actually has some potential. Unfortunately, he's older now."
Xie Zhenqing really had no intention of causing trouble. After thinking about it, he took out a jade bottle from his arms, poured out a pill, and swallowed it again.
Xie Zhenqing's complexion slowly recovered as the elixir entered his stomach. At least from the outside, even Liu Zhan, Hui Dao and others couldn't notice that he was injured when they saw him.
His speed was obviously faster than before, and in a moment, he appeared in front of a luxuriously decorated mansion a few streets away.
Although it is not yet late, the side door of the mansion with the plaque "Prince Qi's Mansion" is basically closed, eight lanterns in the second row have been lit, and servants are cleaning the steps under the lights.
Xie Zhenqing stood at the foot of the steps, looked up, and then stepped up.
"What's the matter with you?" A guest came out and saw Xie Zhenqing walking up.
Xie Zhenqing's temperament is extraordinary, her clothes are expensive, and her customers are not stupid. She knows who can be disdainful and who needs to be treated with caution.
The person in front of me obviously needed to be treated with caution. He looked like he was not an ordinary person. He smiled and asked, "It's rare for you to come to the door at such a late hour. May I ask his name? Which yamen he belongs to?"
Xie Zhenqing did not answer, with a stern look on his face, he took out a letter from his sleeve and handed it over directly.
Isn't it a bit strange to just deliver the letter without saying a word?
The doorman was stunned for a moment, and an idea came to his mind.
But the stranger thing was yet to come. When he asked who the visitor was, the young man only said coldly: "His Royal Highness King Qi will see me after reading the letter. Just send this letter in."
This man is really strange!
The doorman thought to himself that he didn't realize that he was very strange. In the past, he just kicked him out with a bang, but now he nodded: "Then wait here for a moment."
When he entered, he gave the servant a look, don't let this man go, and went in to convey the matter.
Of course, Xie Zhenqing would not leave after delivering the letter. He just stood there and waited, opening the folding fan with a "pop", looking a little leisurely.
Even the servants who stared at him felt that this person might be a scholar who came to seek refuge with the king. There were many such people coming to seek refuge with him. They had seen many people, but they had never seen such an arrogant one.
But when his eyes fell on this young man, for some reason, he clearly looked like a weak scholar, but it made him tremble subconsciously.
Just when the servant vaguely felt that there was something wrong with this person's appearance and temperament, and that he looked familiar, the sound of chaotic footsteps came from the corridor connecting the side door.
Hearing this voice, it seemed that many people had arrived. The servant's heart became more and more agitated, and he even subconsciously stepped back, staring at Xie Zhenqing with vigilance in his eyes.
Xie Zhenqing seemed unaware of all this and just stood and waited.
With a "clang" sound, the side door that had been half-closed suddenly opened wide inside. The next moment, a group of people poured out. Hundreds of households in the middle wore armor and swords. There were eight armored soldiers and four crossbowmen lined up on the left and right. The arrow is on the string and the bow is ready to fire.
"A bold demon thief, after being given an ultimatum, he still dares to come openly?"
As soon as Baihu finished speaking, a murderous aura suddenly filled the air.