The two of them grabbed something to eat and then rested separately, spending the night in silence.
Early the next morning, the two hurriedly ate breakfast and came to the grave again. Han Xuan respectfully said goodbye to Quan's parents and fellow villagers, and then set off on the road with Qi Tianyun.
The two of them drove non-stop for more than 40 miles and finally arrived outside Xinliang City. Because it was still early, there were not many people at the city gate. There were only two veterans lazily leaning against the gate and watching the passers-by.
Han and Xuan walked directly through the city gate without delay, found a small restaurant and bought some dry food for the road, then went to a grocery store to buy a few large water bags and some daily sundries. Finally, they arrived at the largest square in the city.
The market keeper found a place where livestock was bought and sold and selected two horses. It took two hours to get everything ready.
But before the two of them could set off, Han Xuan saw that the horse beast was in trouble. The furthest distance since he was a child was as far as Xin Liangcheng. Besides, the value of the horse beast was not cheap. Ordinary people did not have such a need at all, so Han Xuan simply
Qi Tianyun didn't know how to ride a horse. He wanted to understand the reason and just smiled and said: "It's okay, this is easy to learn. I will teach you when we get on the road. I guarantee that you will be able to do it as soon as you learn it."
Hearing this, Han Xuan started to look forward to it. After all, he was only thirteen years old and would always be curious about new things. After saying that, the two of them took the horse beast and walked out of the city. As soon as they left the city gate
Han Xuan couldn't wait to ask Qi Tianyun to teach him how to ride a beast. Qi Tianyun carefully told Han Xuan the skills and precautions of riding a beast. Han Xuan was always a studious person and quickly mastered the essentials, although it was not very easy at first.
I'm familiar with it, but after traveling for a while, I became more and more familiar with it.
Qi Tianyun looked at it and thought to himself: "Han Xuan looks honest and honest, but I didn't expect that he is really smart in learning."
As Han Xuan's riding skills became more and more proficient, the speed of the two gradually increased. Because there were many dangerous places in the more than 400 kilometers from Xinliang City to the Imperial Capital, Qi Tianyun did not want to take Han Xuan to take risks, so he had no choice but to
Since the official road is relatively safe, it will naturally take a longer time to get to the imperial capital.
Fortunately, the two of them were well prepared, and the horse beast was faster. The two of them talked and chatted along the way, and they were not lonely. Instead, they gradually got to know each other better. Han Xuan heard a lot from Qi Tianyun that he had heard before.
He learned a lot about the anecdotes that he had never heard before, and Qi Tianyun also learned that Han Xuan was a very simple person. All of Han Xuan's topics revolved around the simple Shichang Village and the forest where he haunted all year round. His life
There are only parents and those simple folks.
Qi Tianyun also knew from Han Xuan's words that his parents originally wanted him to live a good life after leaving the small mountain village, so they took in a down-and-out teacher to teach Han Xuan how to read when Han Xuan was 6 years old. As a result, his father was injured later.
Han Xuan had just lost the ability to work and began to bear the burden of life early. The simple life of such a simple person turned into nothing overnight. Qi Tianyun felt even more sympathetic to Han Xuan at this time and even saw that Han Xuan could stand up from the blow so quickly at such a young age.
I still feel a little bit admired.
The two traveled a long and dusty journey, and occasionally had to sleep in the open air. Finally, on the eleventh day, they arrived outside the imperial capital city. On the city wall more than ten meters high, teams of soldiers in silver helmets patrolled back and forth. On the city gate wall, there were two shining golden figures.
The two characters "Xijin" reflected golden light in the sunlight. There were eight soldiers standing on each side of the city gate, their backs straight, carefully watching the people coming in and out of the city gate.
When the two people passed by the city gate, Han Xuan was stared at by several merciless eyes, and his heart trembled. He calmed down and entered the city. Han Xuan was then shocked by the grandeur of the capital city. Each gorgeous building, upright
The broad streets and the scenes here were something Han Xuan had never imagined. The level of luxury made Han Xuan stunned when he came here for the first time. He didn't know how big the imperial capital was, but he could feel that even a small corner
It is also much larger than Xinliang City.
Qi Tianyun saw Han Xuan's surprised expression, patted him on the shoulder and said with a smile: "Okay, brother Han, don't be in a daze, I will take you to have a good meal. I have been talking about it these days.
Then find a place to stay first, you wait for me for one night, I will go back to the college to answer the tasks first, and then meet with the teacher, how about I introduce you tomorrow?"
When Han Xuan heard Qi Tianyun's words, he blushed secretly and said quickly: "Okay, Brother Qi, everything is up to you."
So Qi Tianyun took Han Xuan and walked for nearly two hours before arriving at a hotel called Tianjin Hotel. The two found a table by the window and sat down, ordering a few dishes and a bottle of wine. Han Xuan looked around curiously.
asked: "Brother Qi, when he entered the hotel just now, everyone seemed to know you and greeted you."
Qi Tianyun smiled and said: "Brother Han, I don't know. This hotel is opened by our college. College staff have discounts for eating and staying here, so they often come and go, so most of them know each other. Some of the staff here are students of the college and are here to help.
You can earn some money to supplement your tuition, but of course most of the students working here are not from wealthy families."
Only then did Han Xuan know why Qi Tianyun brought him here. It seemed that he was staying here today. Thinking of this, Han Xuan touched his money bag and felt a little puzzled: "Brother Qi, this place looks very luxurious. The cost is
It’s not low, I brought all the money out at home and it’s only about twenty gold coins. I’m afraid I can’t live here.”
Qi Tianyun heard this and said sternly: "Brother Han, what are you talking about? I will bring you here and everything will be taken care of by me. You can rest assured that you will have food and accommodation. If you have enough to eat and drink, just rest well and wait for me to come find you tomorrow."
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Han Xuan still felt sorry and said: "This...Brother Qi and I came here to ask Brother Qi to help me. How can we ask you to spend so much money?"
Qi Tianyun smiled indifferently: "Brother, you're welcome. These are nothing to me. If I can help you, it's worth it. By the way, I'll go back to the academy in a while. You can also walk around, but don't go too far.
So as not to get lost."
When Qi Tianyun said this, Han Xuan no longer hesitated: "Thank you so much, brother. I didn't expect that you and I would never know each other, but you would help me, a country boy, so much. If I ever get ahead in the future, I will definitely repay my kindness to you."
Qi Tianyun's face turned serious when he heard this: "We are both hot-blooded men. I think my brother has a tough heart. Although he is simple and honest, he is also a smart person. How can you say such a common saying? If you are still like this, you and I can only suffer from this."
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When Han Xuan heard this, he immediately said anxiously: "Brother, please don't be angry. It's all my brother's fault. I will never do it again in the future."
Qi Tianyun laughed when he saw Han Xuan was anxious: "Okay, brother, it's good if you know. There's no need to worry."
While the two were talking, the food and drinks had been served, and they started eating. Han Xuan also drank some wine with Qi Tianyun. After drinking for the first time, Han Xuan soon blushed, which made Qi Tianyun laugh.
Han Xuan found a topic to avoid embarrassment and said: "Brother, I wonder if I am qualified to become a student of the college?"
Upon hearing this, Qi Tianyun said: "Of course you can, but you have to sign up during the enrollment period. If you pass the test, you can enter the academy. Why do brothers also want to enter the academy?"
Han Xuan nodded, and Qi Tianyun chuckled: "This year's enrollment will happen at the end of two months. Can I help you sign up then?"
Han Xuan was naturally happy when he heard that he had an opportunity so soon, and quickly poured wine for Qi Tianyun. They were both very passionate people, so they naturally enjoyed the meal.