Seven days later, the convoy successfully arrived at the imperial capital.
Since the robbery seven days ago, the convoy had been safe and sound. They did not encounter any more robbers. As for the peak level one Heavenly Master, he had not revealed who he was assigned to. Moreover, he had tried to commit suicide many times on the road, but he was stopped every time.
Gao Jue's intention was to hand this person over to Minister Zhou. Minister Zhou would naturally send people to interrogate this person and make him speak.
The convoy entered the city from the south. Originally, it looked like a mighty convoy, but in contrast to the surroundings, it seemed ordinary.
Lu An stuck his head out of the carriage and looked at the surroundings. This was the first time he had entered the imperial capital of a country.
Just the majesty of the city walls alone was enough to shock Lu An. Compared to the walls of other cities, the walls of the imperial capital were at least twice as tall! The walls were about ten feet tall and four feet thick. Even looking at the city gate in front of him, he felt that it was extremely majestic!
Outside the vast city gate was a wide road into the city. Countless convoys entered and exited the city gate, but it did not feel crowded at all. The officers and soldiers also looked more energetic than in other areas. All of them stood tall and straight.
It was indeed at the foot of the Emperor.
After the convoy entered the city, their eyes suddenly opened up. The roads of the imperial capital were three times wider than those of other cities. The buildings on both sides were also very tall. The lowest one was three stories high. Moreover, these buildings were extremely imposing and luxurious. Just looking at them made people sigh.
The people here were very particular about their clothes. Lu An did not even see anyone wearing ordinary clothes. The clothes they were wearing were not cheap. Compared to these people, Lu An's clothes were more ordinary.
The people here also spoke clearly and methodically. When they interacted with each other, they treated each other with respect. They were very polite and respectable. Lu An And Yao looked out from the carriage with a curious face.
Although they were safe after arriving at the imperial capital, after all, no one committed crimes in the imperial capital, and no one dared to rob Minister Zhou's things in the imperial capital. However, they were an escort company. Naturally, they had to deliver the things to the residence.
The convoy walked on the wide streets of the imperial capital. Lu An also experienced how big the imperial capital was. After walking for a full hour, they finally arrived outside a luxurious manor. There were many soldiers guarding the door, and the courtyard looked extremely elegant and tasteful.
"We're here!" Gao Jue shouted. Immediately, everyone stopped outside the Minister's mansion. After Gao Jue got out of the car, he commanded everyone loudly, "Move the goods down and send them to the mansion. That's it!"
The escorts nodded and began to move the goods in a flurry. Gao Jue watched from the side and said loudly, "Be careful, don't break it, or you won't be able to afford it!"
On the side, Zhang Rui looked at Gao Jue with disdain. Along the way, she already hated this person very much. But after all, they were doing business, and customers like this were common. She couldn't scold them.
After moving all the goods into the door, the two-month-long mission finally came to an end. Gao Jue opened the box and inspected the goods. After confirming that everything was fine, he went outside and settled the bill with Zhang Rui.
It turned out that the Minister's Mansion would not go back on their word when it came to money. They generously took out all the money and even gave some tips. Just as Zhang Rui was about to leave after thanking him, Gao Jue walked up to Lu An.
"What do you think, little brother?" Gao Jue looked at Lu An, raised his eyebrows and asked, "In front of you is the Minister's Mansion. As long as you take a step forward, you'll reach the sky in a single bound!"
Lu An turned his head and glanced at the luxurious mansion door. The door was open as if it was calling him.
However, Lu An did not hesitate. He smiled and said, "Thank you for your kindness, but I'll pass."
Hearing Lu An's answer, Gao Jue could not help but be disappointed. He shook his head and said, "Alas, you'll regret it later."
After saying that, Gao Jue did not say anything else. He sent someone to escort the Taoist master into the mansion.
Watching Gao Jue leave, Zhang Rui could not help but look at Lu An. Although Gao Jue felt superior, the temptation of the Minister's Mansion was huge. Lu An actually refused again and again. He was really not an ordinary person.
At this time, Zhang Rui also walked to Lu An's side. She took out a bag of money and handed it to Lu An and said, "This is for you."
Lu An was startled. He looked at Zhang Rui and said, "I didn't say I wanted money."
"You deserve it." Zhang Rui said, "Consider it as a gift from me."
Looking at Zhang Rui's insistence, Lu An could not help but bitterly smile and said, "Then I'll only take half."
Zhang Rui nodded and looked at Lu An as he received the money.
"What's your plan?" Zhang Rui asked.
"I'll continue my journey to the north." After Lu An received the money, he helplessly said, "I still have a long way to go."
Hearing this, Zhang Rui nodded and said, "We'll also return to the south. It seems that we'll have to part here. "
"Yes." Lu An smiled and said, "Thank you for taking care of me these days."
"We'll rest in the Imperial Capital today and leave tomorrow. I'm afraid you'll do the same, right?" Zhang Rui asked.
Lu An thought for a moment and looked at Zhang Rui. Finally, he nodded and said, "Yes, we'll also need to rest."
"Then let's have lunch together. We've been together for so long, but we haven't had a good meal together." Zhang Rui said, "I know a restaurant in the Imperial Capital that's quite famous. I'll treat you."
Hearing Zhang Rui's words, Lu An did not feel anything. On the contrary, the escorts behind Zhang Rui cheered! Lu An looked at the excited escorts and did not want to dampen their spirits. He nodded and said, "Okay."
Soon, the convoy was once again on their way in the Imperial Capital. Under Zhang Rui's guidance, it did not take long for everyone to arrive at the entrance of a tavern that looked good. Everyone entered the tavern and asked for a large private room on the second floor. Dozens of people sat in the same room, but it did not seem crowded at all.
Soon, all kinds of delicacies were presented. Looking at the delicious and beautiful dishes, everyone's saliva almost fell out.
After Zhang Rui wrote a simple inscription, everyone happily started their lunch. Everyone was eating energetically, except for Zhang Rui, Lu An, and Yao, who were eating leisurely.
The second floor of the tavern was filled with private rooms. Because it was spring in the Imperial Capital, it was especially hot today. Everyone opened the doors of their private rooms. Even from the corridor, they could see the scene in the private rooms.
In the corridor, there were people walking around. Obviously, they were here to eat and drink. However, when many people passed by the private rooms and saw the group of people wolfing down the food inside, they revealed a look of contempt.
This was not an isolated case. There were many people. These people looked at the people eating in the private rooms with a look of disgust on their faces. It was as if they had seen something disgusting.
Less than two incense sticks worth of time later, they saw a drunken man being supported by others as he walked through the door. When he saw the people in the private rooms, he instantly frowned. His red face showed deep dissatisfaction.
Then, he suddenly pushed away the person who was supporting him and strode into the private room!
"Bang!"
Suddenly, a sound came, causing everyone in the private rooms to stop eating. They saw this person slamming his hands on the table and looking at everyone.
"You bunch of country bumpkins, what … are you doing here?!" When this person spoke, there was a strong smell of alcohol. He looked at everyone with contempt and said loudly, "Eating in the same tavern as me, are you worthy?"
As soon as he said that, everyone's face darkened. Zhang Rui's face instantly turned cold. However, as long as she did not say anything, the people around her did not dare to say anything.
The person supporting this person quickly walked into the room. Although he also looked down on these people, he still said, "I'm sorry, everyone. He drank too much. Don't take it to heart."
With that, he was about to drag this person out of the private rooms. However, this person was completely drunk and could not be pulled away.
"Let me go!" This person pushed his friend away and looked at the people looking at him again. He sneered and said, "You bunch of country bumpkins, did you come to the Imperial Capital to disgust us? Quickly go back to your village. Don't come here to disgrace yourself! "
"…"
Many Heavenly Masters clenched their fists tightly. Escorts were people who had experienced life and death. Who would not have a temper? If not for Zhang Rui's silence, these people would have beaten this person to death!
However, this person still did not stop talking. He did not care about these angry gazes and laughed loudly. He pointed at everyone and said, "Do you know what you are called? It's called having no self-awareness! "
Slap!
Zhang Rui could no longer hold it in. She did not want to cause trouble, but she could no longer tolerate such humiliation. She slammed the table and shouted, "Seal his mouth!"
"Yes!" The escorts around immediately shouted as if they had been waiting for a long time!
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