Chapter 693 - 8: Chang’an
Chang’an.
Thirteen Dynasties Ancient Capital.
Qin established the first unified feudal empire here.
Han Dynasty confirmed the ideological foundation of feudal dynasty rule here.
Tang Dynasty created the glorious Great Tang Dynasty here.
It can be said that this is one of the birthplaces of domestic civilization.
Of course.
As time came to modern days, this city has perfectly integrated with modern civilization.
But as the ancient capital, even in modern times, this city still retains quite a few wonders.
For example.
The Chang’an City Wall where Chen Lusi is standing at the moment.
Located in the core urban area of Chang’an, this is the largest and most complete ancient city wall still existing in the country, with a closed rectangular shape and surrounded by a moat.
Spectacular.
This is Chen Lusi’s only impression on his first visit to Chang’an.
Chang’an City Wall, South Gate.
Yongning Gate.
On top of the city wall, many tourists are cycling on the spacious wall.
Chen Lusi looked at the spacious city wall that has become a complete tourist spot but still carries a sense of historical depth, gazing at the distant magnificent scenery, and fell into silence.
"It’s really been a long time since I’ve been here."
On the other side.
Si Yujie reached out to hold the top of the city wall, also gazing into the distance: "Speaking of which, I stayed here for five years. I quite like this city, just that the summer is too hot. But after going to Peng City, I found out that actually, the weather here is quite good, at least the seasons are distinct, unlike Peng City where eleven months feel like summer..."
Chen Lusi: "..."
"Biangbiang noodles! Is there biangbiang noodles here?"
Tang Language was much simpler, he looked into the distance and started talking about food: "I’ve wanted to come and taste them for a long time!"
"Tangyu Celestial Strategy... Can you write those two characters? Recognize them on the road? Can you find them?"
Wu You teasingly said: "Don’t go in, fumble around, then come out holding a bowl of oil-splashed noodles."
"Do you take me for a fool?"
Tang Language immediately turned his head, flustered: "If I can’t write them, can’t I read them? And even taking a big step back, if I don’t recognize the characters for biangbiang, don’t I recognize oil-splashed?"
Xia Panqiu thought for a moment, looked at Tang Language, and softly said: "Tangyu Celestial Strategy... If you really want to go, I’ll go with you."
She still had a very good impression of Tang Language.
Because she had once confided many thoughts to Tang Language as though he were a trash bin...
Of course.
In Tang Language’s view, she was being a dear big sister.
"Come on! What do you mean by that!?"
Tang Language twisted his head sharply again: "Am I really that dumb?"
"..."
Chen Lusi glanced back at the team members arguing over a bowl of noodles, and after a moment of silence, sighed: "I always feel that as long as Tang Language is around, everything seems less tense."
"That’s normal."
Si Yujie also glanced back and then lightly chuckled: "I’m quite envious of her, always being able to stay so happy. Of course, this may have something to do with you..."
Saying that.
She looked at Lin Ying standing next to Chen Lusi, stretching her fair neck, gazing at the scenery in the distance.
Chen Lusi curiously asked: "Me?"
"Yes."
After all, you’ve brought your girlfriend... Additionally, you make people feel so at ease, before anything even happens, it’s indeed difficult to raise a strong sense of crisis.
Si Yujie thought while nodding.
But she didn’t speak up to explain.
Chen Lusi felt a bit puzzled but didn’t pursue the matter. Instead, he glanced at the group chatting away and asked: "When is the person in charge of the First Emperor’s Mausoleum expected to arrive?"
"Probably another hour."
Si Yujie checked the time: "In such an ancient capital, the task for Celestial Strategy Mansion is indeed heavy, and the person is not only a member of Celestial Strategy Mansion but also an archaeologist, quite old, yet running around daily. Considering the recent unrest at the First Emperor’s Mausoleum, it’s hard to get back quickly. Li Zheng just sent a message saying we’ll need to wait a bit."
That’s why the group didn’t directly head to the First Emperor’s Mausoleum.
Partly because they need to confirm the state of the Heirloom Seal of the Realm.
Partly because the person in charge of the First Emperor’s Mausoleum wants to meet them.
"Got it."
Chen Lusi nodded after listening, hesitated for a moment, and said: "Then let them go for a walk. Tang Language probably can’t sit still, and they don’t have anything urgent to handle at the moment. You should walk around with me... After entering Chang’an, is there no change in the Heirloom Seal of the Realm?"
He glanced at the Heirloom Seal of the Realm in Si Yujie’s hand.
Si Yujie shook her head.
"Then let’s continue walking."
Chen Lusi pondered for a moment, made up his mind, and informed Tang Language and the others.
Upon hearing his words, Tang Language slightly lifted her skirt and turned to leave.
She wanted to prove herself.
Xia Panqiu looked back at Chen Lusi.
Chen Lusi gestured: "Contact me if there’s anything."
Xia Panqiu nodded, then quickly followed along.
Wu You chuckled, lagging a few steps behind, and followed them.
"Let’s go."
As Chen Lusi watched them leave, he gently tugged Lin Ying’s high ponytail and turned to start walking along the city wall.
Lin Ying came to her senses, turned around, and just saw Si Yujie pass by.
Her steps paused, and she lightly nodded toward Si Yujie.
"... Thanks for last time."
Si Yujie, while keeping a close watch on the Jade Seal, looked at Lin Ying and expressed her thanks.
Lin Ying knew she was referring to the time she went to the Celestial Strategy Trading to help, and she moved forward with light steps, responding: "It was nothing, I didn’t help much, just showed up, and then Chen Lusi came."
"If it weren’t for you letting ’Self’ significantly reduce manpower at the start, there definitely would have been a fight. Though not necessarily losing, it certainly would have affected others inside Celestial Strategy Trading at the time."