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Although Wutuo City was built less than ten years ago, it has already become one of the most prosperous cities in the western border of the Qin Dynasty.

The wide streets crisscross like a chessboard, and the houses and buildings on both sides of the streets are lined up in various styles.

Some are traditional Daqin buildings, with flying eaves, carved beams and painted buildings, revealing a simple and heavy historical charm; others are integrated with the characteristics of Western architecture, with tall stone pillars and domes, showing a different kind of grandeur and magnificence. The crowds of people rushing on the streets are no less lively than those in the ancient cities in the inland of Daqin. Merchants from all over the country set up shops here, with a wide variety of goods. There are exquisite specialties such as silk, porcelain, and tea from Daqin, as well as precious items such as spices, jewelry, and horses shipped from the West. The hawking and bargaining in different languages ​​are intertwined, forming a unique commercial symphony.

The carriage moved slowly among the crowd and finally arrived in front of Yunyan Pavilion.

Yi Huawei was the first to get off the carriage. He looked up at the familiar yet somewhat unfamiliar building, with a complex emotion welling up in his heart.

Yunyan Pavilion, this is a chain of inns and restaurants he founded thirty years ago. There are thousands of them all over Daqin, and each one follows a unified layout. This is not just a business place, but also a secret station of the Black Dragon Guards.

Yi Huawei led a few girls into Yunyan Pavilion. The restaurant was bustling with activity. The waiters were busy shuttling between the tables, entertaining guests from all over the world. The air was filled with the aroma of tea, wine and delicacies, and the sounds of laughter and clinking of cups intertwined into a hustle and bustle.

When Yi Huawei showed the special token, the sharp-eyed old friend Long Jiu recognized him instantly. A flash of surprise flashed across his face, and his body trembled slightly, and then turned into deep respect. He quickly bowed, his voice trembling slightly with excitement:
"Sir, you are here. I greet you, sir, and the ladies!"

"Long time no see, Long Jiu. No need to be polite!"

Yi Huawei had a faint smile on his face. He reached out his hand to help Long Jiu up and gently patted his shoulder. This pat seemed to carry the tacit understanding of the past and the accumulation of years.

"My Lord, you still remember me... Yes, my Lord, I haven't seen you for ten years!"

Long Jiu's eyes were slightly red, and his voice was a little choked. Looking at Yi Huawei, the years did not seem to have left too many traces on the Prime Minister of the Great Qin. His appearance was the same as before, but his majesty was even stronger. Even if he restrained his edge, he was still awe-inspiring.

"You guys go up first, I'll talk to Long Jiu."

Yi Huawei turned around and nodded gently to Chenxi and the others.

"Okay! Let's go up first." Chenxi responded softly and waved to Yu Shu and the others.

Long Jiu said respectfully: "Sir, how about I ask the guest to leave?"

"No need." Yi Huawei smiled and waved his hand: "I don't want to alarm anyone by coming here."

"I understand! Xiaojiu, come here!"

Long Jiu called a waiter over and whispered to him to take Chenxi and the other girls to the VIP room on the fourth floor that had never been opened. Xiao Jiu was a little surprised at first, and then he seemed to have guessed something, his eyes suddenly widened, and he was so excited that he almost lost his composure. Fortunately, Long Jiu glared at him, and he quickly calmed down and led the girls upstairs.

Yi Huawei and Long Jiu walked through the bustling lobby and came to a quiet room in the backyard. The room was elegantly furnished with a sandalwood table, a few chairs, a few paintings and calligraphy on the wall, and a pot of orchid in the corner, exuding a faint fragrance.

The two sat down as host and guest. Long Jiu personally poured a cup of tea for Yi Huawei and handed it to him with both hands: "Sir, this is the new Yunwu tea this year. I specially asked them to bring it from Zhongjun. Please try it."

Yi Huawei took the teacup, sniffed the tea and took a sip: "Mm, not bad, fresh and sweet. Long Jiu, you have been stationed in Wutuo City for ten years. Is everything going well?"

Long Jiu straightened his body slightly and said, "Your Excellency, in the past ten years, Wutuo City has been generally peaceful. However, in recent years, there have been some small groups of bandits harassing the surrounding areas. I have strengthened my vigilance, but it is not a big problem."

"Good! You've worked hard, you all have! According to calculations, you can go back in two months."

Yi Huawei encouraged him a few times and nodded slightly: "However, we still cannot be careless. Although the Western Region is stable on the surface, there are undercurrents. As the commander of the Black Dragon Guard, you have a heavy responsibility and must do a good job of handing over!"

"I understand the humble position!"

Long Jiu nodded vigorously and looked at Yi Huawei: "Sir, why did you suddenly come to Utuo City? Is there anything important?"

"Nothing serious."

Yi Huawei smiled and asked, "Is Yi Xiaochuan still under your surveillance?"

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The corridor on the fourth floor was filled with a quiet atmosphere, which formed a sharp contrast with the hustle and bustle downstairs. Gently pushing open the door, the layout of the room was simple yet elegant. A large desk was placed in front of the window, and the sunlight shone through the window onto the desk, forming patches of light and shadow. Next to it were a few comfortable chairs, and in the corner there was a small table with tea sets.

Yi Huawei walked into the room, slowly walked to the window, and looked out at the street scene of Utopia. The streets were crowded with people of different races and different clothes, each busy and running around.

Yu Shu and the others were still busy. Yu Shu was taking out clothes one by one, carefully smoothing out the wrinkles, and stacking them neatly on the low cabinet beside the bed according to category.

Chenxi took out various daily necessities from his bag and placed them in an orderly manner in the corresponding positions in the room. He placed the toiletries on the side of the small table by the window and properly stored some spare dry food in the corner of the cabinet.

Qiu Ju focused on organizing various documents and books, flipping through them one by one, and after confirming that they were correct, she neatly stacked them on one side of the desk so that they could be used at any time.

Cai Yu was checking some self-defense equipment. She held the hilt of the sword, gently pulled out the sword, carefully checked whether the blade was sharp, and then carefully put it back into the scabbard and placed it on the bedside within reach. Although the few people did not communicate verbally, they cooperated tacitly. It was obvious that they were already familiar with such an itinerary arrangement. In the silent busyness, they made full preparations for their temporary residence in Utuo City.

After packing their luggage, they went to wash and get ready one by one. Half an hour later, they came out of the bathroom one after another.

Chenxi had her black hair carefully tied up, with a few strands of hair hanging down by her ears, adding to her gentleness. She was wearing a moon-white brocade dress, the hem of which swayed slightly with her steps, and a ribbon of the same color was tied around her waist, which perfectly outlined her slender waist.

Yu Shu braided her long hair into an exquisite braid that hung behind her, with bangs at her eyebrows, making her look more playful. She chose a light pink silk dress embroidered with delicate plum blossom patterns, and a white gauze dress on the outside. She was looming when she walked, like a fairy in the clouds.

Cai Yu tied her hair into a simple bun and fixed it with a jade hairpin. She had a dignified and beautiful face. She wore a lake blue silk dress with fluttering sleeves, which matched her calm temperament and showed her elegance.

Qiu Ju's hair was loosely draped over her shoulders with slightly curled ends. She wore a light yellow dress dotted with small flowers, exuding a fresh scent. There was a lively light in her eyes, and her whole body exuded a different kind of vitality.

Because several of them had taken elixirs of immortality, time seemed to have stagnated for them. Although they were over 40 years old, they still maintained the charming appearance and charm of young women.

Looking at Yi Huawei, Qiu Ju sighed slightly and said softly: "It's a pity that Sister Lu Zhi didn't come out with us. If not, we could also appreciate the unique scenery of the Western Regions."

Chenxi curled her lips slightly, with a hint of helplessness in her words: "She is so obsessed with the power in her hands that she is reluctant to leave. Husband, let's go out for a walk. We have been riding in the car for a long time and I am really feeling depressed."

"Let's go."

Yi Huawei raised the corner of his mouth, revealing a faint smile, and took the first step forward.

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Walking steadily on the street paved with round cobblestones, wherever you look, you can see various buildings of different styles and full of exotic atmosphere.

Compared with the traditional square and regular buildings of the Qin Dynasty, the gorgeous and varied styles of Persian architecture are quite unique. Their lines are more tortuous and winding, the domes are tall and round, and the walls have exquisite carvings and complex decorative patterns, showing a different kind of luxury and refinement.

Of course, if he really wants to choose a place to live for a long time, Yi Huawei still has a special liking for Suzhou-style gardens. The layout of the winding paths in the gardens, the ingenious combination of pavilions and towers with mountains, rivers, flowers and plants, contain a kind of tranquility, profound and implicit charm, which is more in line with his inner aesthetics and life interest.

While strolling, he noticed that there were many beautiful and exotic women in the roadside restaurants. They had deep and bright eyes, high nose bridges, and long black, shiny or slightly curly hair. Some women were dressed in colorful and unique clothes, busy shuttling around in the shops, serving tea and wine to customers; some were smiling at the door, as if soliciting passing customers.

After strolling around the city for a while, Yi Huawei led the women towards the money house.

Nowadays, when traveling, most people carry convenient silver bills, but in Utopia, they still need to exchange some coins for daily expenses. Royal banks have now been widely established in major provinces, and their scale and influence are becoming increasingly prominent.

Approaching the bank, Yi Huawei saw that the guards at the door were tall and energetic. Most of them were Qin soldiers with strong physiques, wearing uniform standard armor, holding weapons, and watching the surroundings vigilantly. In addition, there were some Persians with high noses and deep eyes among the guards. Their clothes were different from those of the Qin soldiers. They wore robes with their own ethnic characteristics, belts around their waists, and turbans on their heads. Even people of other races with dark skin could be seen. It seemed that the royal bank had a wide range of business, attracting people from different regions to come and trade.

Entering the bank, the spacious hall was bustling with people. Many people frequently went in and out, doing various currency exchange business. Some Persians walked to the counter with a seemingly light paper bill, that is, a silver bill, smiling, and soon exchanged for a heavy bag of silver and copper coins. These silver and copper coins shone with the unique luster of metal under the light. They carefully put them away and left in a hurry; while some people came in with large and small bags of coins, and after careful calculation and transaction, they finally left with only a silver bill. The silver bill was checked repeatedly in their hands, and they put it in their arms after confirming that it was correct.

There were also Persians dressed in gorgeous clothes, with exquisite patterns embroidered on their clothes and covered with gems, slowly driving with several carts of copper and iron coins. The copper and iron coins on the carts were piled up like mountains, emitting the smell of metal in the sun. They worked tirelessly to transport these coins to the bank, and after a busy time, they only exchanged them for a few light silver bills, and then drove away contentedly.

After standing in the bank and observing for a while, Yi Huawei completed the currency exchange in a low-key manner without attracting the attention of others, exchanging the silver note for 100 taels of silver. This amount of silver was enough to cover the miscellaneous expenses in Utuo City for the next period of time. Afterwards, he turned around with a few girls and rejoined the crowd of people shopping.

Several people walked slowly along the street, their eyes constantly wandering over the dazzling array of shops and stalls on the street.

Qiu Ju's eyes were suddenly attracted by the ornaments displayed on a small stall. The ornaments on the stall were unique in style, all made of materials never seen in the Central Plains, full of exotic style.

Seeing Qiuju's eyes full of love, Yi Huawei led a few people to the stall. Qiuju picked up a necklace. The pendant of the necklace was a unique colored stone with strange patterns on it, which flashed a mysterious light in the sun. Yu Shu had a special liking for a pair of earrings inlaid with shells and small gems. The shells were light pink, and the gems were small but crystal clear. Cai Yu chose a bracelet with delicate patterns. The bracelet was woven with some tough plant fibers and hung with a few small bells. It made a crisp and pleasant sound when it was shaken slightly.

Yi Huawei watched the girls enthusiastically choosing jewelry, patiently bargaining with the stall owner, and finally bought the jewelry at a suitable price. The girls happily put on the jewelry, which added a different kind of charm to them.

After walking around for a while, the hustle and bustle of the streets and the crowded crowds made them feel a little tired. Just at this moment, a Western restaurant appeared in front of them.

Yi Huawei walked into the restaurant first, followed by several women. The decoration inside the restaurant was very different from that of restaurants in the Central Plains. The tables and chairs were neatly arranged, all made of wood, but the style was simpler and smoother, without too many complicated carvings. On the wall hung some paintings depicting the scenery and people of the Western Regions, with bright colors, giving people a strong visual impact.

After finding a quiet corner to sit down, a waiter in unique clothes came up to them. The waiter had deep eyes and a high nose, and had a typical Western face. He greeted Yi Huawei and others in Mandarin, which was not very fluent but understandable enough, and handed over the menu.

Yi Huawei took the menu and looked through it carefully. Most of the dishes on the menu were unfamiliar, but some were made with local ingredients and unique cooking methods.

We ordered a few representative dishes and some local specialty drinks. After a while, the waiter brought the drinks. The drinks were served in exquisite glassware, golden in color, and exuded a light fruity aroma. Yi Huawei picked up the wine glass, sniffed it lightly, and then took a sip. When the wine entered his mouth, he first felt a coolness, followed by the sweetness of the fruit spreading on the tip of his tongue, and then a slight spiciness surged up his throat, with a rich taste.

Then, the dishes were served one after another. The roasted lamb leg was golden brown, with a crispy skin. When cut open, the lamb inside was tender and juicy, and the flavor of the spices just penetrated into every fiber of the lamb, which greatly increased the appetite. The vegetable salad was colorful, with various fresh and crisp vegetables, and paired with a special sauce, it was refreshing and delicious, just enough to neutralize the greasiness of the roasted lamb leg.

As they savored the food, they chatted quietly about what they had seen and heard in Utopia. The topics ranged from the architectural style of the streets to the currency transactions they had just seen in the bank, from the novel accessories they had bought to the unique dishes in this Western-style restaurant.

(End of this chapter)