Rebirth of the Great Power

The next day, Yan Yu came as expected.

"Teacher, you have just arrived in the capital, and you haven't gone out for a stroll, have you? Is there any place you want to go?" Yan Yu swept away the obedient and quiet days when he followed his father yesterday, and regained his lively nature.

The capital, who arrived in the afternoon of the day before yesterday, rested for half a day; yesterday, he stayed at home to wait for Yan's father and son; this morning, Yan Yu was welcomed again.So far, I haven't really left the house.

It has been more than half a year since Mu Yuan came to this era. He traveled all the way from Qiantang to Yangzhou and then to Kyoto. He has traveled to many places and seen some scenery.On the way to the capital, he had also imagined what such a prosperous capital would look like, and when he was really at this time, he felt that it was somewhat the same as he imagined, but also somewhat different.This is normal.

Mu Yuan smiled: "I don't know much about Beijing as a teacher, and I don't have any particular place I want to go. Why don't you recommend it to Yan Yu."

Yan Yu smiled and said: "Then the student will take the teacher and Senior Brother Tian Yuan to have a good look at us going to Beijing."

"Then I'll have to work." Mu Yuan was also in a good mood.

The capital of Daqi is called Yunjing, Shangjing or Shengjing, but the locals prefer to call it Jingshi or Jingdu directly, as if to show the honor and favor of the subjects under the emperor's feet.

The imperial city is located in the center of Yunjing, and the entire city radiates around the imperial city.The closer the place is to the imperial city, the richer it is, and the more expensive the land price is, the most expensive one is said to be worth a thousand gold per mu.However, even wealthy businessmen might not be able to buy it, because the area closest to the imperial city is populated by relatives of the emperor, or generals. These pillars of the country guard the imperial city, forming a defensive belt.Ordinary people let alone go in, it is difficult to even get close.

The main entrance of the imperial city is at the north gate, also called Chengtian Gate, and all people entering and leaving the imperial city use the main entrance.The other three gates are closed all the year round, and they will never be opened unless there is an emergency such as treason or attacking the imperial city. There is also a battalion of sergeants stationed outside the three gates.

Therefore, the land outside the main gate has become the most precious place in the whole Yunjing except the imperial city, and the people who live there are all the most valued courtiers today.Xinwang Mansion is the one closest to the north gate.

It has been nearly a hundred years since the founding of Daqi. Today is the fifth monarch of Daqi, and King Xin has been passed down for five generations.It may be a coincidence, or there may be some unknown secret. It is said that each generation of King Xin has the best friendship with the prince who finally inherited the Datong, and they are of the same age. brother.And whenever a new emperor comes to the throne, regardless of whether the previous generation of Xinwang is alive or not, the next generation of Xinwang will inherit the title.Therefore, every letter king will be the closest courtier and the most important humerus.

As for the various rumors and speculations among the people, there are many.

When Yan Yu said this with great interest, he suddenly stopped, looked at Mu Yuan cautiously, and shut up.

Mu Yuan was leisurely looking in the direction of Prince Xin's Mansion, his mind was far away, he was thinking about where that person was at the moment, who he might see, what he was doing... His thoughts drifted away for a while, until he kept saying no to his ear. The sound of stopping stopped, and he stopped his thoughts and looked up.Seeing Yan Yu's expression of wanting to say something, he knew it in his heart, smiled lightly and said, "What kind of rumors are they all? Why don't you continue."

Seeing that the teacher didn't blame or get angry, Yan Yu continued: "Actually, it's nothing. Most of them are unreliable and unbelievable rumors. Some people say that the king of Xin is actually a star from the sky who came to assist the king of Daqi. , Great Qi is protected by heaven, so the country is safe and the people are safe, the sea is clean and the river is clean, the country is prosperous and powerful. All these things."

Tian Yuan was very happy to hear that, and said with honor: "So everyone likes the lord very much, and the lord Xin is a good lord!"

"This is natural. King Xin has a very high reputation among the people. Not only can he govern the country, but he can also fight. When he was still the prince, one year the barbarians from the west came to invade. The prince personally led the expedition. King Xin was the vanguard. As soon as they arrived in the western frontier, they beat the barbarians to their knees. That battle really raised the prestige of our country, Daqi. To this day, the barbarians still come to court every year and pay tribute every year. In that year, King Xin and Xin were only eighteen years old. Now he is enthroned Afterwards, King Xin went on several expeditions, not only in Xizhen, but also in Beimu and Nanman, all of whom have experienced King Xin's iron blood. Now that Da Qi is able to come to court from all over the world, King Xin's contribution is indisputable."

Mu Yuan thought of the scenery beyond the Great Wall that that person had described so eloquently, and the corners of his mouth couldn't help but smile.

"As for civil governance, let alone. After trusting the king and inheriting the title, he assisted the emperor to clean up the officials, rectify the river transport, patrol the herds on behalf of the heavens, and relieve disasters several times. He has personally participated in the work, and the people who have benefited from him are countless."

Mu Yuan frowned when he heard the words, and said in a concentrated voice: "Then, what about in the court? How about Xin Wangfeng's evaluation?"

Speaking of this, Yan Yu's voice could not help but be a little dignified: "I heard from the student's father that King Xin's iron fist is not only on the battlefield, but also in the court. Government orders are merciless, and many people respect and fear him. ...In short, my father said that the king of Xin cannot make mistakes, but if there is a slight mistake, no one in the court will say a word for him. Therefore, there is no one in the court who is close to the king of Xin. "

Tian Yuan was stunned when he heard it, and couldn't help asking: "Why? Your lord is so good!"

Yan Yu didn't answer any more, but just looked at Mu Yuan with a solemn expression.

Mu Yuan suddenly understood the reason why Yan Yu talked about these secrets, but he had already made a decision.From the moment I met Ji Jin by the West Lake, and from the moment I entered Beijing, I made a good decision.The kindness of the students can only be appreciated.

So Mu Yuan smiled and looked around: "Where is this? It's so lively."

Yan Yu also changed the topic, and his interest became high again: "If you want to say that the most lively place in Shangjing is the Seventh Lane and Twelve Alleys. We are now in Ninghuafang, one of the seven lanes. This is where the entire Beijing Normal University is located. Shusi, the most concentrated place of chess clubs, is also the favorite place for literati in Beijing. If the teacher wants to find some ancient chess records, or find someone to play chess, this is the most convenient place. It is said that the chess records of the ten-day battle at the edict every ten days are the earliest Even if they live here; and most of the chess masters also like to invite people to talk here when they are resting and taking a bath."

Standing at the entrance of the square, looking from a distance, there are hundreds of shops, large and small, some are simple, some are luxurious, and they are magnificent.After coming to this era, Mu Yuan has never seen such a grand scene again, and his mood also soars.

Looking at each family in Fangkou, each has its own characteristics and benefits.Even in Wang Zheng's era, due to the development of e-commerce, Mu Yuan had never gone shopping like this, but had such an experience here.Unknowingly, I lingered here for most of the day, until the afterglow was dim, but only a third of the way was completed.

Mu Yuan looked at Tian Yuan and Yan Yu who looked tired, and said with a smile: "You guys have worked hard today. There are some famous restaurants nearby. Let me treat you to the Wu Zang Temple."

Yan Yu immediately said, "There's an old man on the street who makes very authentic wontons, why don't we go there."

"Isn't it too simple to only have wontons? Today, you have accompanied the teacher for a day. If you want to let you eat better, there is no need to mention saving for the teacher."

Tian Yuan rubbed his stomach and was about to nod, but Yan Yu said, "Let's just eat something casual, and I'll take you to an interesting place later."

"It's getting late, doesn't it matter?"

"Teacher, don't worry, there is no curfew in Beijing, and the place we are going to is only open at night."

A place that only opened at night... Mu Yuan couldn't help but have a bad association.

Sure enough, this is an alley that is much more prosperous and lively than Ninghuafang. If I want to describe it, I only think of Jiaxuan Layman's "Flowers and Thousand Trees at Night" in my mind.

Yan Yu's face turned red with the bright lights all over the alley, "This is Baitiwu Alley among the Twelve Alleys, also known as Flower Alley or Lantern Alley. 'beautiful' place."

Tian Yuan looked at the beautiful buildings with carved beams and painted buildings all over the street, and couldn't help but widen his eyes: "Is this a place for rich people? It's so beautiful!"

Hearing this, Yan Yu's feet fell, and he couldn't help coughing: "Of course this is the Qin Lou Chu Pavilion."

"Where is the Qinlou Chu Pavilion?" Tian Yuan was still confused.

"It's a brothel, a brothel. Get it!"

"What!" Tian Yuan was taken aback, "Well, you Yan Yu, you actually brought the teacher here to prostitute/prostitute, you are too weak!"

Tian Yuan scolded, while pulling Mu Yuan: "Master, let's not go, we can't go! If the master finds out, he will kick us out of the house!"

Yan Yu couldn't help raising his forehead, and hated iron for being weak: "Senior Brother Tianyuan, whores are prostitutes, and whores are prostitutes, how can they be confused? This is a romantic place, not a place where people do things. Only when people hear about you I will go out."

"Is there any difference?" Tian Yuan still poked his neck.

"It's just..." Yan Yu was about to explain, but he couldn't utter a word with his mouth open. Some words were really hard to say. After all, he was young and his skin was thin in some aspects, so he couldn't help but blush, "In short, Different is different! Teacher, what do you think?"

Mu Yuan laughed and nodded: "It's really different."

At least in this era, it is still very different, although in later generations, in the eyes of the world, it is no different.

Tian Yuan thought for a while, but still felt wrong: "No matter how different it is, this is not a good place to look at. Why did you bring the teacher here?"

Yan Yu sighed, and only said to Mu Yuan, "Does the teacher trust the students?"

Mu Yuan nodded: "I believe it!"

Yan Yu became happy again: "Teacher, don't worry, the imperial court only prohibits officials from entering and leaving prostitutes, and prostitutes are not included in the ban. Even important officials in the court occasionally linger in Baitiaowuxiang, or even confidante Yes. The student brought the teacher here today, just because there is a prosperous event, once a month, it happens to be tonight. It is a pity to miss it. Everyone in the capital knows about it. The teacher is new to the capital and is not familiar with personnel, so I don’t know. Would the teacher be willing to go and have a look?”

Mu Yuan smiled: "Yu'er lead the way."