Tianhe City, on the long street.

Nighttime.

Countless colorful lanterns are hung high, the whole Tianhe City is brightly lit, and the street is full of people, which seems to be very lively.

After Zuo Dao and his party came out of the Tianhe Inn, they followed the flow of people.

All kinds of lanterns illuminate the room as if it were daytime, and passers-by are smiling on their faces.

Countless ladies accompanied by family members or maids played a game of guessing lantern riddles.

Some scholars even showed their talents, chanting poems on the high platform, attracting frequent attention from passers-by.

On both sides of the street, in addition to the brightly lit shops, there are also some food stalls along the street, and the aroma wafts in the wind, causing everyone's throats to move slightly.

Even the dynasty, which never liked to be in shape along the way, was full of excitement in his eyes at this moment.

He grew up in Youzhou, and that place was far less lively than Tianhe City.

Even, there are too many people in Youzhou who are not well fed and clothed, and the prosperity is far from here.

Mahan was beside him, pointing at the stalls on both sides of the street, and commented on which one had a stronger fragrance.

Eunuch Wang accompanied Princess Taiping, feeling the atmosphere here, and the smile on his face became more and more intense.

He didn't support Princess Taiping's so-called life and death experience, but now it is rare to have such a relaxing moment today, and he is very happy in his heart.

Thinking about waiting until the end of the Dragon Monarch Festival in Tianhe City, he took the princess back to Kyoto.

After all, in this trip, the princess's strength and actual combat level have been significantly improved, and the purpose of this trip has been successfully achieved.

Let the princess relax and then return to Kyoto, and save yourself all kinds of worries outside.

Not long after everyone left, Princess Taiping pointed to the high platform not far away and said, "Master Zuo, do you know what that does?" ”

Zuo Dao glanced at the high platform that Princess Taiping was pointing to.

It was a somewhat elevated jousting platform, with a towering mast in the center of the stage, and a round object wrapped in red cloth at the top of the mast.

Just looking at it, he couldn't figure out what the use of this high platform was.

Zuo Dao shook his head slightly and said, "I don't know." ”

Princess Taiping said with a smug face: "That high platform is called the Dragon Sacrifice Platform by Tianhe City, and the thing wrapped in red cloth on it is the legendary Dragon Ball. ”

"In three days, there will be a Dragon Ball Tournament in the city, and all young people under the age of thirteen will have the opportunity to participate, and those who win the Dragon Ball will be able to take the dragon boat to enter the water first and worship the Dragon King."

Hearing what Princess Taiping said, Zuo Dao said, "What's so important about this? ”

Princess Taiping turned her head to look at Eunuch Wang and winked at him.

Eunuch Wang smiled and said, "Lord Zuo, do you know when did this Dragon Monarch Grand Ceremony in Tianhe City originate?" ”

Hearing this, Zuo Dao shook his head slightly.

Wang Dajian said with a smile: "This dragon monarch ceremony, but it is much earlier than the Great Wei Dynasty, there was this custom in the previous dynasty, how many years ago, but it is no longer possible. ”

"It is rumored that Tianhe City was just a small fishing village near Tianhe, and one day, lightning and thunder roared in the sky, heavy rain poured, and a divine dragon fell from the sky."

"A huge pit was smashed directly within the scope of this Tianhe City."

"When the fishermen saw the dragon, they were terrified, so they offered all their catches to the dragon."

"After the dragon was full of food and drink, he went directly into the heavenly river."

"Since then, the land has been weathered and calm, and the fishermen have made more and more money, and more people have come to settle here."

"Over time, this Tianhe City was formed, and the day of the falling dragon became the grand ceremony of the Dragon King, and that high platform was built in the place where the dragon fell at the beginning."

Princess Taiping nodded with satisfaction and said, "That's right." ”

Zuo Dao showed a look of surprise on his face, and then asked, "In this Tianhe, is there really a Dragon Monarch?" ”

Eunuch Wang shook his head and said, "I don't know. ”

"However, decades ago, some people did say that they saw Longjun in the Tianhe, and the emperor also sent people to look for it at that time, but no matter how much they searched, they never found the slightest clue."

"This dragon king, maybe there is, or maybe not, who knows?"

When Zuo Dao heard this, a look of surprise flashed on his face.

According to his understanding of Great Wei, the one who sent people to find Longjun was afraid that it was not the first emperor.

There is a high probability that it is the old ancestor in the deep palace.

Decades ago, King Cao Sheng at that time was afraid that he was already preparing for the imminent severance of his longevity.

I don't know what kind of magical powers this dragon monarch has, but it will definitely become a glimmer of hope for that one.

Thinking about the crazy behavior of the one who has been getting more and more crazy recently, Zuo Dao shuddered a little.

If it continues like this, this Great Wei will be destroyed in the hands of that old ancestor before it collapses in the world of great controversy.

Princess Taiping looked at the high platform in front of her and said: "Sacrificing to the Dragon Monarch is a grand event, and when the time comes, on the surface of this river, countless boats will spread across the water, and the momentum will be huge. ”

"It's a pity that those water bandits are too timid to take this opportunity to rob once."

Eunuch Wang said helplessly: "Your Highness, the water army dispatched by the imperial court will arrive tomorrow and will last until the end of the Dragon Monarch Grand Ceremony, no matter how bold those water bandits are, they will not dare to go against the imperial court." ”

Princess Taiping nodded slightly and said, "Yes." ”

Forthwith.

She turned her head to look at Zuo Dao and the others, and said, "It's the first time you've come to Tianhe City, so let's go and take a turn!" It also wasted this grand event. ”

When Zhang Long, Zhao Hu and others heard this, their faces couldn't help but be a little moved.

Zuo Dao arched his hand and said: "Our duty is to guard His Highness, where His Highness goes, where we go." ”

Princess Taiping said with a smile: "I have Eunuch Wang by my side, his strength is not weaker than Master Zuo, and there are a few people in Chunxiang Qiuyue, which are much stronger than these brocade guards under you." ”

Zuo Dao was stunned for a moment, and then looked at Eunuch Wang helplessly.

Eunuch Wang smiled: "Lord Zuo, this is also a kindness from His Highness, rest assured, the old slave also watched His Highness grow up, and he will not be wronged at all." ”

When Zuo Dao heard this, he immediately arched his hand and said, "Then thank you for the princess's mercy." ”

Princess Taiping waved her hand, and then left with the eunuch Wang in a hurry.

Zuo Dao glanced at Zhang Long, Zhao Hu and the others who looked expectant on the side, and said, "You guys play by yourself, don't forget to go back at night." ”

When several people heard this, they instantly threw their hands at Zuo Dao excitedly and said, "Thank you, sir." ”

After a few people left, Zuo Dao wandered around this Tianhe City.

Speaking of which, compared to the flow of people, this place is far inferior to the ancient city attractions before I crossed, and the attractions at that time were crowded with people every holiday.

It's just that no matter how well the ancient city is protected, it will no longer be the glory of the year.

Zuo Dao wandered around the city for a while, then came to a shop in the city, looked at the unique brocade guard logo in the corner of the counter, and directly took out his soothing waist card and put it on the counter.

Seeing this, the shopkeeper looked left and right, and after making sure that there was no one, he picked up the waist card and checked it.

Then he hurriedly returned the waist card to Zuo Dao, let the shopkeeper be in charge of guarding, and he took Zuo Dao to the backyard.

Backyard.

The shopkeeper bowed and saluted: "The lowly king Fugui has seen the pacification envoy. ”

Zuo Dao sat on a stone chair on one side and said, "Last night, you said in the intelligence that you had something important to report to this official in person?" ”

Wang Fugui nodded and said: "My lord, the information on the harrier last night was indeed written by the lowly position, and the matter is very important, and the lowly duty did not dare to write it on the paper, so I wanted to report it in person." ”

Hearing this, Zuo Dao said, "Oh? Let's hear it. ”

Wang Fugui cautiously spoke: "Do you know the Dragon Monarch Festival in three days?" ”

Zuo Dao nodded and said, "I've heard a little." ”

Wang Fugui said excitedly: "According to the news obtained from the humble position, at the Dragon Monarch Festival three days later, there may be a real dragon appearing. ”

Hearing this, Zuo Dao looked at Wang Fugui with a serious face and said, "Do you know what you're talking about?" ”

Wang Fugui took a deep breath and said, "What he said is true. ”

"This is the news that Brother Jinyiwei who entered the City Lord's Mansion risked his death, and there is absolutely no lie."

Zuo Dao frowned and looked at Wang Fugui in front of him.

This news didn't come out early or late, but his group happened to come to Tianhe City during the Dragon Monarch Festival.

It's hard not to make him think about it.

He looked at Wang Fugui in front of him and said, "When did this news come out?" Have you ever reported to Kyoto? ”

Wang Fugui shook his head and said: "This year's Dragon Monarch Ceremony is different from previous years, the guards are extremely strict, and the news we are waiting for cannot be transmitted. ”

Zuo Dao spoke: "You can tell me more about this matter." ”

Wang Fugui said: "Early this morning, the brothers of the City Lord's Mansion spread the news that the City Lord's Mansion wants to use the Dragon Monarch Festival in three days to find the legendary Dragon Monarch. ”

"And it seems that the City Lord's Mansion has obtained the location of the Dragon Monarch, and will send a master to accompany him to find the Dragon Monarch's inheritance."

Hearing this, a strange look flashed on Zuo Dao's face.

Even if you are looking for the Dragon Monarch, you still have to look for the Dragon Monarch inheritance, I don't know if this City Lord's Mansion really knows some secrets, or if it is trying to cover it up.

He asked, "But there is other news coming." ”

Wang Fugui pondered carefully for a moment, and then said: "According to the news from the brothers in the City Lord's Mansion, some time ago, it seems that traces of the Great Xuan Kingdom people were found in the City Lord's Mansion. ”

Zuo Dao's eyes widened instantly, and he said, "Great Xuanguo people? ”

Wang Fugui scratched his head and said: "Because this matter has not been completely determined, I don't know whether it is true or not." ”

Left Dao's complexion was a little difficult to look at.

In this world, there is not only a dynasty of Great Wei, but also a dynasty in the north of Great Wei, and the opposite of the 100,000 Great Mountains, there is also a Great Liang.

However, between these dynasties, the well water does not interfere with the existence of river water.

Even the borders are not open to each other, and no one crosses the border between them, how could there suddenly be people from the Great Xuan Kingdom entering Tianhe City.

You must know that Teemall is only a hundred miles away from Kyoto.

They dare to come to such a close place?

Zuo Dao looked at Wang Fugui and said, "Then let the brothers in the house investigate carefully and be sure to give an accurate answer." ”

Wang Fugui immediately said, "Yes, my lord." ”

"My lord, if the city lord's mansion wants to find the dragon king, how can he send a message to the Kyoto side."

Zuo Dao waved his hand and said, "You don't need to pay attention to this matter, just wait here." ”

Wang Fugui immediately nodded and said, "Obey the order." ”

After briefly explaining some things, Zuo Dao got up and left the place directly, pouring into the flow of people.

Not long after Zuo Dao left, he saw Wang Fugui sigh deeply.

Several figures flew out from the courtyard wall next door, landed in front of Wang Fugui, and said in a cold voice: "Can the news get out?" ”

Wang Fugui said in horror: "Back to a few adults, it has already been passed on. ”

One of the bald men grinned, "What is the identity of the person who came?" ”

Wang Fugui muttered: "It's one of my Jinyi guards. ”

When a young man with red lips and white teeth heard this, a look of surprise appeared on his face, and he said, "This calmer envoy is so young, could it be the famous Zuo Dao in Kyoto?" ”

At the beginning, there was news of a great Wei Tianjiao in Kyoto, coupled with the fact that Zuo Dao had solved the case of the disappearance of Kyoto officials, and his performance in Youzhou was transmitted back to Kyoto.

It can be said that the reputation of the left province in Kyoto is even no less than that of the commander Cao Xiang.

Almost all people with some identities know such a character as Zuo Dao.

Hearing the young man speak, Wang Fugui nodded and said, "It is the Zuo Zhen Fu Envoy." ”

A bright light flashed in the young man's eyes, and he said, "According to the report from the next person, this Zuo Dao entered Tianhe City with the same young man, and when he encountered the water bandits, he also deliberately sharpened the other party. ”

"Not only him, but also a eunuch who is suspected of being a little grandmaster, that young man, could it be a certain prince in Kyoto?"

Hearing this, the bald head wiped his head and grinned: "If this is the case, after a while, after we make a scene, we can hijack this person and return to Daxuan." ”

The young man glanced at him and said, "You fool, I asked you to explain what he said about Longjun, how did you tell the Great Xuanlai people." ”

The bald head muttered: "How do I know, you won't let me talk about this." ”

The young man's eyes widened, and he was about to have a seizure when he was stopped by a woman beside him.

The woman looked at Wang Fugui in front of her and said, "Enough, do you think he really didn't explain clearly?" ”

She came to Wang Fugui, held Wang Fugui's chin with her fingers, and said, "You Dawei Jinyiwei really have a lot of eyes. ”

When Wang Fugui heard this, a look of horror suddenly appeared on his face.

I just wanted to open my mouth to defend myself.

I saw the woman raise her hand and point at the center of her eyebrows, and said in a low voice: "Control the soul." ”

The next moment, a wisp of mana formed by the imprint was directly introduced into Wang Fugui's mind.

The latter suddenly showed a painful look on his face, and when his complexion gradually calmed down, he saw that Wang Fugui's eyes seemed to have lost their former brilliance.

The whole person stood up like a puppet, and said to the woman in front of him: "The old slave has seen the master. ”

(End of chapter)