The Los Angeles Palace, where Zhou Tianzi is located, is called Zichen Palace. Although the influence of the royal family now cannot exceed the radius of Zhongzhou for hundreds of miles. But this continuous palace complex is still quite majestic.

Chu Jiangmian followed all the way, and after entering this palace, under the leadership of several Praetorian Guards, he passed through several palace gates and walked inside. The halls on both sides are open and magnificent. He couldn't help but look around, a little surprised in his heart.

Sure enough, the emaciated camel was bigger than the horse. Even now, the Great Zhou Dynasty no longer has much real strength. However, the occasional flash of grandeur in this heavy palace also indicates that this ancient dynasty, which has been inherited for nearly a thousand years, has not completely collapsed.

Chu Jiangmian guessed all the way, but he couldn't figure out why Da Zhou Tianzi would make an exception to summon him. For many years, the Son of Heaven seemed to be a legendary figure, and even those princes scattered all over the world rarely had the opportunity to meet him. Although some people are looking forward to seeing him in person during this birthday celebration. But in fact, they all know that most of these things don't happen.

In the common perception of the people of the world, the reason why the Son of Heaven, who has lived to be a hundred years old, has been hiding in the deep palace for so many years. No matter what big things happen outside, he doesn't care. A big reason is that the body is indeed decaying. If it's more vicious, it's that even if he's not dead, he's already lying there and surviving the rest of the day.

Of course, no one would say these cursed words publicly. But it did not prevent those who had suffered from the wars between the princes from talking in secret. If the era of chaos in the world is destined to be inevitable, the responsibility of the last emperor is difficult to shirk.

It was a little strange that the direction in which the Praetorian Guards led Chu Jiangmian was not the main hall where the Son of Heaven should be, but bypassed the Daxing Gate on one side and went to the side hall complex on the left. He followed quietly. As we walked further in, the corridors between the high palace walls on both sides blocked out the sunlight and became a little gloomy.

Not long after, in front of a large hall, Chu Jiangmian finally saw his royal brother Ji Mo who was waiting for him. On the high steps, the sun was shining at night, and it was impossible to see what expression was on his face.

"Nephew Jiang Mianxian, the old man has been waiting for you for a long time...... Hehe! Come on in! ”

Zimmer's voice was kind. He stood on the high steps and looked at the young man who walked up step by step, and many complicated emotions disappeared from his face, and then they were all deeply hidden. Since Zhongyue Mountain came back, after a little arrangement, he entered Zichen Palace, and he has never been back. Now, summon this young man into the palace, hoping that he is not mistaken.

"Mo Gong, is it really the Son of Heaven who wants to summon me?"

"Of course! How can such a thing be a joke? ”

"I wasn't prepared for it so suddenly. Is the Son of Heaven majestic? ”

"Huh! Don't worry about that. Brother Wang is old and very amiable. He likes to see the shadows of young people the most. Especially a young man as good as you! ”

Zimmer answered his words as he led him inside. Although Chu Jiangmian sensed the meaning of his words, he had no other way to think about it. I have to settle down when I come, and I will talk about everything when I see the Son of Heaven.

Ascending the top steps and entering the palace gate, Chu Jiangmian saw the face of an old acquaintance. The Zidun general was on duty here, and when he saw Chu Jiangmian, a slight smile appeared on his face, which could be regarded as saying hello to him. Behind him, the chamberlains dressed in court costumes were looking at him expressionlessly.

A quarter of an hour later, Chu Jiangmian met the legendary Great Zhou Tianzi. However, even though he had guessed the appearance of this Son of Heaven countless times along the way, he was still greatly surprised when he secretly looked over with the corner of his eye.

There weren't many attendants in the gloomy palace. A man dressed in a brocade dragon pattern was looking up from behind a wide case, scrutinizing him.

Chu Jiangmian glanced at it, and hurriedly lowered his head. The impression of this moment made him feel that the slightly old figure was so lonely.

"Brother Wang, I brought him here. This is the son of Chu Lie, the king of Zhao...... Jiang Mianxian's nephew, don't meet the Son of Heaven yet! ”

Chu Jiangmian glanced at it in a hurry just now, although he didn't see it too clearly, he had already found that Zhou Tianzi Ji Yuan's appearance was not as old as he imagined. On the contrary, his complexion turned out to be very good, and he looked not much older than his brother Zimmer. Anyway, it doesn't look like a centenarian.

"Is this really the Son of Heaven...... You won't fool people with a fake one, will you? ”

Chu Jiangmian muttered to himself in his heart, and when he saw Ji Mo's signal, he hurriedly bowed down and saluted in the middle of the main hall. In any case, when meeting the Son of Heaven, the etiquette that should be there must be is absolutely indispensable.

"Get up. Chu Lie's son...... It's a talent. Hehe! Why didn't your father come in person? ”

Chu Jiangmian, who stood up, heard the voice of the Son of Heaven, although it was a little old, but it was very powerful. Then he replied calmly.

"My father originally wanted to come to Los Angeles, but since last year, there have been frequent activities in the north, and there was a fierce battle a year ago. Just in case, my father had to personally sit in Dragon City and prepare for battle. That's why I was specially sent to celebrate His Majesty's birthday on behalf of Zhao Guo. ”

"King Zhao protects the hearts of the people, and it is still the same as back then, which is very reassuring...... Alas! It's just a pity that the widow is already old, and if he doesn't come to Los Angeles, I'm afraid it will be difficult to see him again in the future. ”

There was a lot of sadness in Zhou Tianzi Ji Yuan's tone. Back then, Hu Qi made a detour to the northwest and invaded from the border of Yan State, and the sharp edge once approached the banks of the big river, and Zhongzhou was terrified. At that time, if Chu Lie had not taken the lead in wielding his army and uniting other princes to join the king, Luocheng would probably be in danger. The fierce battles that took place on both sides of the river were earth-shattering and extremely heroic.

Ji Yuan once climbed to the top of Los Angeles and saw with his own eyes that corpses were floating in the Luoshui flowing outside the city, and the river water was dyed red. It was also that battle that made several princes famous. And Zhao Wang Chulie is the best among them. To this day, it is still embarrassing.

"Brother Wang doesn't have to be like this. 100-year-old birthday, rare in the world. This is a blessing for the royal family...... What's more, although King Zhao did not come, this Prince Jiang Mian is young and promising, and he must be a pillar of the world one day. Since I came to Los Angeles today, it is enough to be gratifying. ”

Zimmer kept consoling beside him. Judging by the appearance, before Chu Jiangmian arrived, there should have been a close conversation between this pair of royal brothers and brothers. That's why Ji Yuan's mood is so easy to fluctuate.

Chu Jiangmian stood quietly on the side, very puzzled in his heart. No matter from the appearance or the confidence of speaking, this son of heaven does not look like a hundred-year-old person at all! Some people still believe that he is fifty or sixty years old, but he is a hundred years old...... It's very suspicious.

"Yes, Your Majesty doesn't have to think about it. When I came, my father asked me to bring a message to His Majesty. ”

Chu Jiangmian took Ji Mo's words, straightened up, and his eyes were as plain as water. Ji Yuanzheng stretched out his hand to take the jade cup that was served by the inner servant, and took a sip, but he didn't know what he was drinking, it should be very bitter, and he frowned.

"Since King Zhao has something to say, you might as well say it and listen to it."

"My father said that no matter what time it is, as long as there is an accident in Los Angeles, but there is a royal order, the soldiers of Zhao State will all obey it!"

Zimmer, who was standing next to him, looked slightly moved. He glanced at Ji Yuan, and saw a hint of discoloration in the other party's gaze. This is exactly the assurance they need most. Chu Lie I is a hero, and the promises he made have never been reversed. If the Zhou royal family wants to continue to pass it on, it is very difficult without the strong support of a few people like him.

"King Zhao's loyalty to Los Angeles is very gratifying to the widow. Good, good, good...... Chu Jiangmian, you have come all the way here, and the widow wants to reward you well! Come, bring the sword. ”

Hearing the Son of Heaven's command, the chamberlain next to him bowed down. Soon, he walked over with a sword in his hand and put it on the desk.

Ji Yuan moved slightly, looking at the sword in front of him. There was a glint in his eyes, as if he remembered a lot of the past. Between the sleeves, the blade of the sword was three inches out of the sheath, and the air was cold.

"Chu Jiangmian, do you know the origin of this sword?"

"Ah...... Your Majesty, of course I don't know about this. ”

Chu Jiangmian touched his nose with his hand. When I heard that I was going to give him a reward, I thought it was some kind of gold jewel, and in that case, I could take it back and coax Xue'er to play. But I didn't expect it to be just a sword. This thing doesn't have much interest in itself.

"You young people don't know about this sword, and it's understandable...... Alas! It has been in this palace for so many years, and it is time for it to look at the light of heaven and earth again. Give it to you today. ”

After Ji Yuan finished speaking, he didn't get up. Zimmer, who already knew what he meant, hurriedly stepped forward and picked up the sword himself. Turning around and coming to Chu Jiangmian, his expression was extremely solemn.

"Prince Jiang Mian, the Son of Heaven gives the sword, which is extraordinary. I hope you cherish it and don't live up to the high expectations! ”

Chu Jiangmian hurriedly stretched out his hand to take it, bowed down and thanked him again. When I took the sword in my hand, I felt that it was much heavier than a normal sword. The scabbard is somewhat worn, carved with the marks of time. There are two big characters on the hilt of the sword, "Ganjiang", which should be the name of this sword.

"Alright, there you go! When you return to Zhao, don't forget the widow's greetings to your father. ”

Ji Yuan, who had been sitting after a few cases and did not get up, waved his sleeves to let him step back. It seems that from the beginning to the end, he was allowed to enter Zichen Palace for this trip, just to reward him with this sword.