When the team led by Tai Hao and Prince Xuanbao appeared in Dafeichuan, it was like a living historical picture, re-unfolding on the vast land. The blazing air currents of the scorching sun rolled around them like thousands of horses galloping by.

Their appearance is like a pebble thrown into a quiet pond, stirring up layers of ripples. The soldiers of the Tubo Army near Dafeichuan immediately became alert. Their gaze was like a sharp arrow to this mysterious team. Dozens of soldiers, led by a heroic man, surrounded Taihao with a steady and powerful pace.

The man, whose eyes were as sharp and deep as a deep lake, stepped forward and asked in a deep voice, "Who are you, and what are you doing here?" His voice echoed in the air, every word full of majesty and questioning. His gaze looked directly at Taihao and Prince Xuanbao, as if he wanted to see through their hearts.

Tai Hao said indifferently: "We are from the Eastern Tu Dynasty, and we want to go to Luo Some City to make an appointment, and the envoy Tai Hao sent by the Emperor of the Eastern Empire to Tubo is here, and I hope that all the warriors will give it convenience." ”

The heroic man looked shocked and said, "It turned out to be Lord Taihao!" He looked happy, "I haven't seen each other for many years, but I didn't expect to meet again here today." ”

Tai Hao opened his mouth indifferently, and there were subtle doubts hidden in his eyes as deep as autumn water, "Dare to ask brother, what is the name and surname?" ”

The man walked out of the shadows, dressed in dark clothes, like the embodiment of night, his expression with indescribable changes, but those eyes, like autumn stars, flashed with a light that was both familiar and unfamiliar.

His voice was hoarse, but with obvious excitement, "It's me, Lord Taihao, I'm Kagatobu, don't you remember me?" ”

Hearing his name, Taihao's heart seemed to be gently stirred by the tide of history, and the picture scroll of memory unfolded in his mind. He closed his eyes, and he could see the four children, their pain, their helplessness, and their perseverance.

It was a deep winter afternoon, and the wind on the Ofikawa River was biting like a knife. At his home in Kodzademba, Taihao looked at the four children who were only seven or eight years old, Jimu Dorjee, Kagatobu, Zhuba Langjie and Rabatondrup. There was still childishness on their faces, but that childishness had been overshadowed by fear and pain that had not subsided. Their bodies trembled, and their eyes were full of pleading and hope.

They were wounded by the attack of thieves. The thieves were ruthless, and they had no power to fight back. The shadows of those thieves, like the devils of darkness, paint their world a color of despair.

Jimu Dorjee, the name he remembers best. His wound was on his cheek, a deep scar on the face. He endured the pain, clenched his little hands, and his white teeth clenched his lips. His eyes were full of anger and helplessness. Kagatopol is a different type. His wound was on the knee, and he was unsteady on his feet because of the pain. However, he always kept smiling, and that smile was full of bravery and tenacity. Both Zhuba Langjie and Rabaton Dhondrup are also looking for the light of hope in their suffering. Their eyes were filled with deep pleading.

When Taihao opened his eyes again, he found that he had returned to the real world. But the children's faces, the pleading eyes, and the brave smiles were still deeply imprinted in his heart.

"Kagatobu." He whispered the name, "Time flies so fast, and in the blink of an eye, you've grown so big." ”

At this time, Prince Xuanbao poked his head out of a carriage and asked, "Lord Taihao, why don't you leave." ”

Tai Hao hurriedly introduced Kaga Tobu: "Tobu, this is His Royal Highness the Crown Prince of our Eastern Empire. ”

Kagatobu hurriedly dismounted and saluted: "See His Royal Highness the Prince." ”

Tai Hao said to Xuan Bao again: "Your Royal Highness the Prince, we have now arrived at Dafeichuan in the territory of Tubo Kingdom, this is ......"

Taihao didn't know Kagatob's current identity, so he looked at him. Kagatobu hurriedly said: "My name is Kagatobu, and he is the Siben of Dafeichuan. ”

The position of Si Ben was originally that of Nakoza Demba. Time flies, many years have passed, and Nakozha Demba has become the envoy of Tubo to the Eastern Empire, shouldering heavy responsibilities and being far away. At this time, the young Kagatob took over the position of Siben. Kagatob was not as old and mature as Koza Demba, but he had a different kind of intelligence and courage.

Kagatobu put on a bold posture and said: "Since you are here at the Humble House, then I will show the friendship of the landlord, and I will be hospitable today." As soon as he said this, Taihao and the others were indeed tired from the journey, and they had no intention of refusing, so they followed Kagatob into the location of his tent.

As soon as you enter Kagatobu's home, you will be greeted by a variety of busy scenes. Due to the large number of troops, the soldiers lit a fire outside the house to cook food. This lively picture is like a vivid picture, showing a unique local style.

They made a sumptuous dinner by the fire outside the house. The aroma of those foods, intertwined with the flames in the furnace, form a harmonious picture that makes people salivate. They gathered around the fire and enjoyed this simple but delicious meal.

Kagatobu invited Taihao and Prince Xuanbao to dine in his tent, and in the tent, bright sunlight shone in through the curtain, illuminating the various decorations in the tent.

In the center of the tent, a wool carpet with a pebble pattern is laid to make the ground soft and warm. On the side near the carpet, there is a delicate wooden stove with cedar wood burning on it, giving off a faint smoke and aroma. Next to the stove is a delicate ceramic pot with heated hot water bubbling in it, which is used to make fragrant tea.

In one corner of the tent is a low wooden table topped with delicate porcelain bowls and plates containing a variety of foods, including delicious lamb skewers and naan. At the table, a Tibetan woman is hand-weaving, skillfully weaving cotton threads to create ornate textiles.

Near the wall of the tent, colorful tapestries are hung, showing the unique art of Tibetan culture. The carpet is littered with soft cushions for guests or family members to rest.

The whole tent is filled with the magnificence of Tibetan culture, from the sumptuous food to the exquisite handicrafts, all of which reflect their love of life and unique understanding of art. This scene shows the way of life of the Tibetan inhabitants during the Tang Dynasty, a life full of warmth and color.

Tai Hao said: "After so many years, I didn't expect you to become the Si Ben of this Da Fei Chuan, it's really unexpected." ”

Kagatobu said with a smile: "This is all a good education of the master, and at that time, the four of us were fortunate to worship Kuoza Daxia as a teacher and became his closed disciples. A few years later, Master was appointed to stay in the Eastern Empire as a Tibetan envoy. He recommended me to Zampu as the Siben of Dafeichuan, if it wasn't for Master's recommendation, how could I be the Siben here. ”

Tai Hao said: "I still remember the first time I met the four of you teenagers, and the picture was as vivid as yesterday." How are the three of them doing now? ”

Kagato said: "Lord Taihao is talking about the three of Jimu Dorjee, Zhuba Langjie and Laba Tonzhu? ”

Tai Hao said: "That's right, it's the three of them." ”

Kagatob squinted his eyes and took a deep breath of cold air, as if trying to grasp the fading memories. His voice carried a deep nostalgia and regret, and said: "The three of them are now also silently struggling on their own paths. It's just that we are no longer the children who only know how to play, and the trivialities of life have gradually reduced the contact between us. But I know that no matter where we are, we will make a place for each other in our hearts. ”

He smiled, with a hint of bitterness in his smile, "I only know about Jimu Dorjee, who serves in the city of Raksha. His dream has always been to become an official who can change the world, and now he is one step closer to that dream. And Zhuba Langjie, he chose a different path from us, he became a merchant, going back and forth between the Eastern Empire and Tibet, using his wisdom and courage to forge a new path. His eyes are full of anticipation and hope for the future, which is his dream and his glory. ”

Kagatob's eyes became a little misty, and he said softly: "And Rabatunzhu, where he is now, I really don't know." The family had moved to the southern part of Tibet a few years earlier, and it was heard that they were living a peaceful life there. But I don't know exactly about him, after all, we have lost contact. ”

His voice grew deeper, as if telling a distant old story. His eyes flashed with nostalgia for the past and anxiety for the future. No matter where they were, no matter what kind of people they became, Kagatob always believed that their friendship would always exist, and there would always be a place for each other in their hearts.

Prince Xuanbao, who was sitting on the side, had been listening to them silently, and at this time he asked, "It turns out that Lord Taihao is so familiar with this place. ”

Tai Hao said: "His Royal Highness the Prince, Weichen is not so familiar with this place, I have only lived here for a while, and I happened to meet them. By the way, Weichen is also the peace envoy of Princess Diaotang who met here. ”

Xuanbao said "um" and said, "I see, it turns out that my imperial sister has also been here." ”

Tai Hao suggested in tactful terms, "Your Highness the Crown Prince, can we take a break so that we can continue our journey?" It's really a bit wrong to stay here for too long. ”

After hearing this, Xuan Bao nodded slowly, "Well, it's an idea." When our soldiers and horses were well supplied, we set out on the journey again. ”

Kagatobu asked suspiciously, "Why don't you stay here for one night and continue your journey tomorrow morning?" ”

After hearing this, Taihao couldn't help but smile gratefully, and then explained, "Tobu, we appreciate your kindness. However, we were in a hurry to get to the city of Logos and complete our mission as soon as possible, so it was not necessary to spend the night here. ”

In the silence of this time, a Tibetan soldier slowly entered the tent and whispered to Kagatobu: "Lord Siben, a team has come from the city of Luoqi, and it is waiting in the valley to the west. ”

Kagatob frowned slightly, and asked, "Have they ever told me what happened from the city?" ”

The soldier replied, "They claim to have made a special trip to meet the envoys of the Eastern Empire on the orders of Zampu. ”

When Tai Hao heard this, he smiled and said, "It seems that they really came to greet us, presumably it was the Kuozha hero who informed us of our arrival in advance." Otherwise, Zampu would not have easily sent troops to meet us. ”