Chapter 14: The First Arrival in the Territory (Part II)
Chen Min had cleared up at this time and saw that the military advisor really didn't like these, so he removed some of the next rituals with interest. Treating Xiao Xiao, He Ran can only use deception, but if he can't deceive, there is no way, he knows Xiao Xiao's temperament, and he can only take her with him if he doesn't want to.
After resting in Muhu City for one night, He Ran passed the Axe Broken Gorge the next day, because there were still many days before the Xiangguo period, Xiao Xiao did not accompany her, she was very relieved, knowing that He Ran did not dare to leave her.
The axe broken gorge is nearly 100 miles long, after the gorge and then turn over two not too steep mountains to cross the mountains across the north and south, at this time people have not yet been in the habit of naming the mountain range, He Ran opened this precedent, then this mountain range that runs through the country is named the Shun Mountains, of course, this name only appears on his geographical map.
This mountain range that stretches for thousands of miles greatly affects the climate on both sides, and you only need to wear single clothes in Muhu City, but you have to thicken your clothes when you get here, the wind is like a knife, although there is no ice and snow but the temperature is comparable to the cold winter of Yi country.
Only separated by a mountain range, in addition to the climate, the two sides of the other big difference is also amazing, the people here are more clothed, the skin is slightly rough, speech, style of action is also more rough and bold than the other side of the people, the people's houses are brick houses, it is difficult to see the wooden houses and bamboo houses on the side of the country, of course, the poor people's houses are thatched huts, this is the same on both sides. The grass and trees are also very different, less bamboo and grass, more pines and cypresses, and even the appearance of livestock, birds and beasts are also quite different.
These are not surprising to He Ran, who understands that this is caused by the movement of warm and cold air currents blocked by the mountains, but for Yi **, who has just come here, it is very novel and incomprehensible, and it is strange to see everything, and it is an eye-opener.
Yi ** Shi came to watch the ceremony, this was unexpected by Chen Min, everyone knows that He Junshi is lazy, not who wants to invite can be invited, he feels that his face is very bright at the same time he is also very nervous, this master is the important minister of the power of the Yi country, the king of Yi regards him as a sibling, the ministers are the only ones who look at him, it is said that when entering and leaving the palace, he can wear a sword and a guard, the entire Yi country can be said to be supported by him alone, and he planned to support himself to establish the country, in the face of such an important person, in case of which service is not good, Maybe he won't have to build his own kingdom with a word.
In the matter of how to greet the Yi ** division, Chen Min can be regarded as having tried his best, not only to show his unusual respect for the military advisor but also not to exceed the etiquette specifications for welcoming the king of Yi in the future, almost every ceremony and every utensils he has to personally ask, according to his original intention is to welcome out of the hundred miles to show reverence, but the ceremonial officials persuaded him that this is too much etiquette, at most to welcome out of the royal city, Chen Min felt that it was not enough, and after thinking about it repeatedly, he decided to go out of the city for thirty miles to welcome.
When approaching Chen Minding's Wangcheng Andu, He Ran heard that Chen Min was thirty miles out of the city to greet him, and he felt a sense of accomplishment, he was really good now, a few years ago, he was a small clerk who had to nod and smile when he saw someone, and now the king of a country is going to greet him from afar, this gap is really too big.
Inadvertently thinking about the past, he couldn't help but sigh softly, this sigh in addition to the thoughts of relatives and friends is more about the kind of ease and happiness of escaping from the sea of suffering, compared to the previous life of a person, this is not to say that he is a high-ranking official to live like a person, on the contrary, he feels that those people in Zangxian Valley are much more comfortable than him, that is the life of people, there is no oppression and injustice, and there is no need to be too busy, the people around you love each other and help each other, don't worry about someone will harm you, you can speak and do things franklyAs long as you don't feel disgusting, you never have to worry about it.
He has all kinds of helplessness and hard work as a military advisor, although he is not as comfortable as Gu Min, but he is much stronger than his previous self, at least he doesn't have to accompany the smiling face in everything, his self-esteem does not have to be destroyed repeatedly, and it is not interesting to live without dignity.
Seeing the team of military divisions from a distance, Chen Min hurriedly ordered to play music, and he led the officials to meet him.
After getting closer, looking at this magical military advisor who looks like a swinger brother, Chen Min was surprised and sighed in his heart, surprised that the image and demeanor of this world-famous military advisor were too far from what he imagined, especially the flashy smile on his face, how could he have the appearance of a high-ranking official and a minister, and sighed that Yi Guo is really a place to gather young talents, and the previous young Shi Lang led his troops to sweep thousands of miles has opened everyone's eyes, this magical military advisor who is more famous than Shi Lang and more powerful seems to be younger than Shi Lang, What could be more enviable than a young man's ambition, his life expectancy is limited, and he can enjoy a lot more good life than others.
After meeting, Chen Min insisted on the courtesy of his colleagues, He Ran was not reluctant, he met the courtesy, looked at him, and saw that Chen Min was fifty years old, with a yellow face and yellow beard, and his facial features were surprisingly mouth, big and thick lips and messy teeth, slightly taller than himself, and his smile seemed a little enthusiastic but full of sincerity and reverence.
After some greetings, Chen Min led He Ran to a brocade tent specially built to welcome him, and after drinking the dust washing wine, he once again expressed his gratitude and welcome to He Ran for his arrival. It is also very polite to the little princess who accompanied him, and he will be neighbors with Fanbang in the future, and it is naturally the top priority to do a good job in the relationship between the two countries.
He Ran was most tired of this kind of scene, and waved his hand with a smile at this time: "The king doesn't have to be too polite, I'm used to being casual, and I feel uncomfortable if I have too many courtesies, haha, if He Ran is rude in the future, don't blame the king." ”
"Where did the military advisor come from, haha, I have heard that the military advisor is a person of the utmost affection, everything is casual and casual, it is really a pleasure to get along with a person like the military advisor, if Chen Min has inconsiderate hospitality, he also hopes that the military advisor will not be guilty."
"The king is in love, everything is simple, I am here, the most important thing is to congratulate the king on his ascension to the throne, in addition to this, there are still some small things to discuss with the king, let's go into the city to talk about it."
Chen Min said yes again and again, after leaving the account, He Ran did not board the luxury car specially prepared for him but chose to ride a horse, which is a habit he has developed in recent years, and the first thing he thinks of when he arrives at a new place is to observe the terrain around him, a typical occupational disease.
Chen Min walked side by side with him, enthusiastically and meticulously answering various topics about customs and customs raised by He Ran. Although He Ran said that everything was simple, he still accepted the grand and cumbersome welcome ceremony when he entered the city, he knew that this was carefully prepared by Chen Min, and the kindness of the people embarrassed him, until he entered the palace, he breathed a sigh of relief, and said to Chen Min: "Don't do these again in the future, I feel tired after a toss." ”