I returned to my hometown after winning the koi lottery.

Sister Xiao Tao, Li Fugui, Zhang Tingyu, Zhang Nan, Zhang Bei and Xiao Xing slowly walked out of Zhang Juzheng's former residence. The ancient architecture and rich historical atmosphere seemed to still linger in their minds.

As sunlight streamed across the bluestone pavement, Xiao Taojie's thoughts drifted back to the turbulent life of Zhang Juzheng. This Ming Dynasty premier left a profound mark on history, his reforms and ambitions embodied in every brick and tile of this former residence.

Although they had already walked out of Zhang Juzheng's former residence, everyone's face was filled with awe for history and anticipation for the next journey.

Little God of Wealth Zhang Tingjian looked back as he walked!

"Wow, it feels like Zhang Tingjian is still reminiscing about the stories of Zhang Juzheng." Haha!

Sister Xiaotao talked as she walked.

Zhang Tingjian was a little embarrassed. I didn’t expect that our Zhang family had such a powerful official.

She was holding a small fan she bought at her former residence, with a portrait of Zhang Juzheng printed on it.

"Yes, he is worthy of being a famous official. Every corner of this former residence exudes that legendary atmosphere." Li Fugui agreed. He was carrying a large backpack containing snacks for five people and some emergency supplies.

Zhang Nan and Zhang Bei, a brother and sister, were quietly discussing some artifacts they had just seen at the former residence. "Brother, how could people back then have such high intelligence and create such exquisite things?" Zhang Nan asked. Zhang Bei smiled and replied, "That's the wisdom of the ancients. I'm sure we'll see more along the way."

Xiao Xing was skipping ahead, "Come on, where are we going next?"

Walking along the path, we soon reached the ancient city wall of Jingzhou. The towering wall, bathed in sunlight, looked particularly magnificent. Several people stepped onto the ancient bricks and stones, their steps gentle, fearing to disturb the long history of this wall.

They walked along the path and soon arrived at the foot of the magnificent ancient city wall of Jingzhou. "Wow, this city wall is magnificent!" Xiao Xing exclaimed. Sister Xiao Tao also said excitedly, "This is much more impressive than what I saw on TV."

They climbed the city wall, the six of them walking side by side. Li Fugui, like a tour guide, recounted the history of the ancient city wall. "This ancient Jingzhou city wall is quite old, dating back to the Eastern Han Dynasty. It used to be an earthen wall, but it was later rebuilt over many dynasties until it became what it is today."

Zhang Nan continued, "I know Guan Yu was stationed here during the Three Kingdoms period. There must be many stories about him here." Zhang Bei nodded, "Perhaps Guan Yu even stood on this wall and watched for the enemy."

Xiao Xing looked at the bricks and stones of the city wall curiously. "Look at these stones, they're all worn. They must have been through a lot." Sister Xiao Tao stroked the wall, "Every brick and stone is like a witness to history."

A few tourists were taking photos on the city wall, their faces brimming with excitement. Sister Tao leaned against the edge of the wall and gazed into the distance. Outside the city was a modern cityscape, while inside, a sense of antiquity reigned.

It was as if I saw ancient soldiers patrolling on the city walls, the smoke of war, and the people living and working in peace under the city walls.

Everyone walked slowly from the East Gate to the South Gate, looking at the mottled traces of time on the bricks and stones of the city wall. Some places were already a little worn, which added a sense of historical vicissitudes.

There are some introductory boards about the history of the ancient city of Jingzhou on the city wall. I stopped to look at them one by one and learned that this city wall has resisted foreign enemies many times and protected the people in the city. It is the pride of the people of Jingzhou and a witness to history.

After coming down from the city wall, they continued to stroll around the streets. There were many souvenir shops on the street, filled with various small items related to Jingzhou's history and culture.

A few people walked into a shop and picked out some postcards with images of the ancient city of Jingzhou to take back as gifts for friends. Xiao Xing took a fancy to a keychain with the image of the ancient city of Jingzhou and said, "This is so cute, I want it." Zhang Bei picked out a small ornament with Three Kingdoms elements.

In the afternoon, they came to Jingzhou Museum.

This museum is like a treasure trove, housing countless treasures waiting for people to discover.

As you enter the museum, the first thing that catches your eye is the exquisite bronze artifacts.

They come in a variety of shapes, some are solemn tripods, others are exquisite wine vessels. The patterns on these bronze vessels are delicate and complex, including taotie patterns and cloud-thunder patterns, each of which is like an ancient person telling a story of that era.

Sister Xiaotao stayed in front of a large bronze tripod for a long time, imagining the solemn scene of it in ancient sacrificial ceremonies.

Everyone was attracted by the exquisite bronze wares. "Look at this tripod, it's so big, and the patterns on it are so delicate." Sister Xiaotao said while pulling Xiaoxing.

The Warring States silk unearthed in Jingzhou in the silk exhibition hall is truly unique. Although those silk products have gone through thousands of years, you can still see their former splendor.

The vibrant colors of the brocade were still vibrant, and the patterns on them were exquisite, including auspicious dragon and phoenix designs and geometric patterns, showcasing the ancient people's superb weaving skills. Xiao Xing exclaimed in amazement, "These silks are still so beautiful after so many years. The ancient craftsmanship is truly amazing."

In the museum's treasure exhibition hall, people saw the Sword of Goujian, King of Yue, and the Spear of Fuchai, King of Wu.

These two world-famous weapons lie quietly in their display cases. Though separated by glass, their cold gleam and majesty can still be felt. The inscriptions on the swords are clearly visible, as if telling the legendary story of the Wu-Yue struggle for supremacy.

Everyone wandered before them, filled with awe at the ancient sword-making craftsmanship. When they saw the Sword of Goujian, King of Yue, and the Spear of Fuchai, King of Wu, they all fell silent, awestruck by the majesty of these two peerless weapons.

Zhang Nan was very interested in those ancient weapons and stopped for a long time in front of a display case showing swords. "If this were in ancient times, I would definitely want to be a master swordsman."

Li Fugui rolled his eyes at her and said, "Stop joking. You really think you're a hero." It seems that Brother Fugui still has some opinions about Zhang Nan, hehe!

When we came out of the museum, it was already getting dark. The ancient city of Jingzhou at night has a unique flavor.

Lights lit up on the ancient city wall, outlining its outline, like a golden dragon encircling the city. The ancient city of Jingzhou at night was decorated with lights, making it look like a dream.

They arrived at the pedestrian street in the ancient city, which was bustling with activity. There were street performers, young people playing guitar and singing folk songs, and older artists performing traditional operas.

Sister Xiao Tao invited everyone to sit down and enjoy the performance. "This feels amazing. Tradition and modernity are blended together. It's like heaven on earth!"

Zhang Tingyu smiled and said that this kind of environment has never been seen in heaven.

Zhang Bei held up his phone and shouted to the audience in the livestream, "This is a pedestrian street in the ancient city. It's bustling with activity." There were artists performing on the street, from young people singing and playing guitar to veterans performing traditional opera.

People gathered around, enjoying the performance and occasionally applauding. It was a lively scene!

They found a restaurant by the river, ordered some local specialties, and sat by the window to admire the lights reflected on the river and the shadows of the ancient city walls.

Looking at the lights and the shadows of the ancient city walls reflected on the river, there are occasional cruise ships passing by, and the laughter of tourists on the boats adds a bit of warmth to the night.

The evening breeze blew, bringing a hint of coolness, and I felt the tranquility and beauty of the ancient city at night. Xiao Xing looked at the cruise ship outside the window and felt a little excited. "It would be great if we could take a cruise too." Li Fugui said, "I can arrange for everyone to take a cruise tomorrow."