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If it was as Yang Rui had guessed, Zuo Feng might not have the time to come to Yue Du City to find Zhang Ning to refine medicine. As such, Yang Rui brought Zhang Ning with him. When they arrived at Luoyang Imperial City, he would see if he could bring Zhang Ning along with him for the Xiongnu Expedition Quest! Zhang Ning's battle prowess was also very impressive!
The Rewards Ceremony would be held on the fifteenth. There was only a little more than a day left, so there was not much time left. As such, Yang Rui brought Cheng Yu and the others to Luoyang in the afternoon. First, they used the Flying Carpet to spend more than four hours to cross the Western Qiang Rebel Army's territory. After that, Yang Rui brought them directly to Luoyang Imperial City using the teleportation formation.
Coincidentally, Tracing Dragon Soul had sent a message to Yang Rui on behalf of the Six Great Player Organizations, saying that they hoped to delay the Xiongnu Expedition Quest for a few days so that they could participate in the Rewards Ceremony's small quests. Yang Rui promptly agreed, saving him the trouble of contacting them.
Cheng Yu, Gao Shun, and Zhang Ning had never seen Luoyang Imperial City before. After entering Luoyang Imperial City, Yang Rui let the three of them out of his storage ring so that they could see it for themselves. Coincidentally, Cheng Yu and the other two weren't people who would show their emotions on their faces. They were very calm when faced with matters. Although they were rather amazed after seeing the magnificent scenery of Luoyang's imperial city, they weren't too surprised.
Yang Rui brought Cheng Yu and the others to Zuo Feng's residence first. Yang Rui's name had appeared on the reward list this time, so he was very curious as to how he would be rewarded. He wanted to find Zuo Feng to ask about it first.
"… Master Zuo has not been in the residence recently. He has been busy with the Rewards Ceremony in the West Court. However, Master Zuo has instructed that if Lord Blazing Sun comes to the residence again, we must treat him well. This little one has always remembered Master Zuo's instructions … "
The two doormen who greeted Yang Rui and the others in front of the Zuo Residence were the same two doormen from last time. However, their attitude this time was much more respectful. They were no longer as arrogant and domineering as before, and did not ask Yang Rui to bribe them. After the two recognized Yang Rui, they wardly greeted Yang Rui. Master Zuo should have instructed them in advance..
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They arrived at A pint of incense and booked their accommodations. After dinner, Yang Rui saw that Cheng Yu, Gao Shun, and Zhang Ning were interested in Luoyang's Imperial City. So, he led them out of the inn and strolled around Luoyang City.
"The Imperial City's spirit is not something a normal county or county can compare to!"
"Ning never thought that there would be such a bustling place in the human world. If only all the people in the world could live in such a bustling city …"
"… …"
Yang Rui was used to seeing the bustle of modern cities. It was not his first time in Luoyang City, so he did not feel anything. As Cheng Yu and the others walked around Luoyang City, they would occasionally sigh. Their eyes were filled with longing.
Under the influence of their emotions, Yang Rui once again paid attention to the ancient city in front of him. It had to be said that Luoyang's Imperial City at night was more peaceful and tranquil than a modern metropolis, even though it wasn't lacking in liveliness. This kind of tranquility did not conflict with the prosperity of the city's night market. It was just that it formed a strong contrast with the hustle and bustle of real life.
"Although the Imperial City is good, there are still people living on the streets! How can there be a paradise in this world where everyone has enough to eat and wear? "
Just as Yang Rui and the others were immersed in the majesty and prosperity of the Imperial City, they suddenly heard a person beside them mutter.
Although this person's voice was soft, it happened to connect with Zhang Ning's words, so it immediately attracted the attention of Yang Rui and the others. When they hurriedly turned around to look, they saw a white-clothed Confucian scholar brushing past them. Following this person's gaze, they saw a beggar squatting in a corner of the busy city. He was trembling as he bowed and begged the passersby. It was indeed a stark contrast to the prosperity of the Imperial City.
"Hahaha, this friend's knowledge is not ordinary. However, what he said might not be completely true!"
The usually strict Cheng Yu suddenly took over the conversation. At the same time, he gestured to Yang Rui. It seemed that he wanted Yang Rui to pay attention to the beggar at the side of the busy city.
"Oh? From what this friend means. Could it be that there is an ideal place where everyone has enough to eat and wear? "
The white-robed Confucian scholar met Cheng Yu's gaze. Seeing that Cheng Yu was also rather extraordinary, he could not help but have a higher opinion of Cheng Yu as he asked. Because it was not clear who was older and who was younger, he also called this friend.
"Haha, there is such a place. I wonder if this friend has heard of the number one city in the world — Great Mountain City? Although it is temporarily not as prosperous as the Imperial City, it is indeed a place where everyone has enough to eat and wear. In this chaotic world, the commoners all live and work in peace. It should not be far from the ideal place that this friend mentioned! "
Cheng Yu spoke with conviction. He actually brought up Yang Rui's Great Mountain City. This surprised Yang Rui. Great Mountain City was far inferior to Luoyang's Imperial City. He did not expect Cheng Yu to use this as an excuse.
"Eh? Could this friend be talking about the small city built by the Otherworlders? Hahaha, could this friend be mistaken …? "
At this time, Yang Rui had already approached the beggar in the downtown area. He could only perk up his ears to hear the discussion between Cheng Yu and the white-robed Confucian. At the same time, he also joined the beggar.
This beggar did not look very old. He had probably just reached the age of twenty. Yang Rui went forward and gave him some food. Then, he roughly asked about the beggar's situation and won him over with a few words. This little beggar had already agreed to leave with Yang Rui.
"Although this friend's words are brilliant, I have something to do for the time being. In the future, I will definitely go to Great Mountain City to verify it. Until next time …"
When Yang Rui brought the little beggar back, the white-robed Confucian scholar had already floated away. Yang Rui saw that Cheng Yu wanted to rope him in, so he felt a bit of regret at this time. A person that could catch the eye of Cheng Yu was very likely to be a Virtuous Paragon.
At this time, Yang Rui's group was almost done with their stroll. With the addition of the little beggar, it was not very convenient to walk around. Thus, they turned back to the inn of A pint of incense.
"Sir Blazing Sun has returned. Sir Zuo has been waiting in the room for a long time. He told this lowly one to go see Sir Blazing Sun once he returned."
The moment Yang Rui stepped into the inn of A pint of incense, the shopkeeper at the front desk came over and said. At the same time, he frowned and looked at the slovenly little beggar behind Yang Rui. He wanted to say something but held back.
Yang Rui didn't expect that Zuo Feng would actually come to the One Fragrance Inn. Yang Rui originally wanted to talk to the little beggar, but at this time, he could only book a room for him first. He also gave the little beggar a few new sets of clothes and told him to wash up first. Cheng Yu and the other two also returned to their rooms.
Yang Rui was led by the shopkeeper to Zuo Feng's room.
"Blazing Sun greets Sir Zuo!"
"En, Blazing Sun, there is no need to be so polite. Please take a seat. Recently, due to being busy with the complicated matters in the palace, I was unable to rush to Yue City in time. Blazing Sun and Ning 'er must have been anxious waiting."
As soon as they met, Zuo Feng focused on the Asahi Pill.
"… At the same time, the ingredients needed to refine the Rising Sun Pill are indeed difficult to find. Ordinary ingredients are still fine. For example, the tiger penis that Lie Yang had found previously is not too difficult to find. However, the other main ingredients are not so easy to find. So far, I have only managed to gather eleven sets. I hope that Ning 'er will be able to refine one or two more Rising Sun Pills …"
When talking about the ingredients, Zuo Feng was at his wit's end. By the time Zuo Feng finished talking about the pill refining, half an hour had already passed.
"Blazing Sun should have come to Luoyang City for the reward ceremony, right?" Zuo Feng asked casually.
"Yes, Sir Zuo! As for the reward … "
"Regarding the reward, we asked the Palace Secretary to fight for Blazing Sun. However, it was all because of Blazing Sun's performance in the Yellow Turban Rebellion plot. Otherwise, we would not have been able to persuade the higher-ups …"
Before Yang Rui could ask about the details, Zuo Feng had already explained the reward to Yang Rui. It turned out that this matter was handled by Zuo Feng's immediate superior, the Palace Secretary Zhang Rang. Originally, Yang Rui was also on the reward list, but his salary was only changed from 600 shi to 600 shi. There was no change in his official position.
However, due to Zuo Feng's return and the Asahi Pill, Zhang Rang also knew that the Asahi Pill was refined by Yang Rui's subordinates. Therefore, he directly changed the content of Yang Rui's reward.
Originally, Zhang Rang and the other Palace Secretaries were very favored by Emperor Ling of Han, so it was normal for them to do something. However, what surprised Yang Rui was that Zhang Rang could directly change the reward list, and the extent of the change was a little too big!
800 shi, Qingzhou Provincial Governor! When Yang Rui heard this change, he was so shocked that his mouth could not close. However, after thinking about it for a moment, he understood that the current position of Provincial Governor was only 800 shi. The position belonged to the central government, but not the local government. Although it was already possible to establish a prefecture, it could only rely on the territory of the prefecture capital. In the eyes of the public, it was a big empty position, and the position was very awkward! Therefore, it was very normal for Zhang Rang to give Yang Rui the position of Provincial Governor of Qingzhou.
"The position of Provincial Governor of Qingzhou is a little boring, but it is just a qualification. The Palace Secretary said that as long as Blazing Sun is willing to work hard and can supervise Ning 'er to refine more Asahi Pill, he will naturally not have to worry about his official position in the future. It is guaranteed that Blazing Sun will be able to achieve a meteoric rise …"
When Zuo Feng saw that Yang Rui had fallen silent, he thought that Yang Rui was a little dissatisfied, so he spoke up to comfort him.
"Blazing Sun is already very satisfied! Thank you, Lord Zuo, for your support. Thank you, Palace Secretary … "
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