I am already immortal, why should I ascend to become an immortal?

Chapter 270: State banquet in the morning, family banquet in the evening; Jin Chan enters Chang'an City again

"Who's coming?"

Jin Chan sat up from the bed and touched Xiao Luoyang's head out of habit.

Although Ying Lou had been working hard all day, Jin Chan felt a little sore in the waist and body after getting up, perhaps due to psychological reasons.

"Qin Qiong, Brother Qin, he arrived at the inn last night and has been waiting outside for you to wake up."

Little Luoyang didn't move his head away, but replied obediently.

"Qin Qiong?"

Jin Chan was suspicious and didn't understand how Qin Qiong knew that he had arrived in the territory of Tang.

After changing clothes and washing his face, Jin Chan sat at the table in the room and asked Xiao Luoyang to call Qin Qiong outside the door to come in.

"General Jin, I haven't seen you for a few months. You look even more elegant than before!"

As one of the most famous generals of the Tang Dynasty, Qin Qiong bowed and greeted Jin Chan as soon as he entered the room.

"General Qin, there is no need for this."

After Qin Qiong stood up, Jin Chan asked again: "How did General Qin know I was here?"

"The king has instructed that after Qin conquers Qi, General Jin will definitely come to Chang'an from Hangu Pass, so he asked me to wait on the way. The king also said that General Jin might change his appearance when entering Tang, so I just need to identify Miss Luoyang."

Hearing Qin Qiong's words, Jin Chan smiled helplessly, thinking that Li Yingtai's thoughts were much more delicate than before.

indeed.

Set out from Hangu Pass to Chang'an, when entering several important cities and checkpoints in the Tang Dynasty, Jin Chan changed into the only intact skin of a thousand people in order to avoid being recognized.

But unexpectedly, the girl Yingtai had actually anticipated it long ago, and even guessed that Xiao Luoyang would go with them.

"General Jin, the king sent us here to welcome you. He said that since you are here, there is no need to hide. Tang will naturally welcome Qin's ally with the highest etiquette."

Say it.

Qin Qiong walked to the window and opened it.

I saw it on the street below the inn.

There were several neat rows of Tang soldiers wearing golden armor and looking majestic and solemn.

Of course, in addition to the army there was also a much longer court ceremonial procession.

However, what made Jin Chan curious was why there was a shabby carriage covered with black cloth at the end of the team, which looked like a huge cabinet.

"General Qin, what is that?"

Jin Chan pointed and asked.

"That is a prisoner carriage. According to the Tang King's instructions, if there is a man named Tang Qianyan accompanying him, he will be locked up inside and taken all the way back to Chang'an."

"General, has that cousin offended our king? I see he has a close relationship with you. I really can't make the decision on this matter."

When saying these two sentences, Qin Qiong deliberately leaned forward and covered his mouth with his hands.

She also did not forget to secretly glance at Tang Qianyan who was having breakfast in the opposite room.

"Haha, since we are in the territory of Tang, we should follow the instructions of the King of Tang!"

It seems that Li Yingtai still holds a grudge against the incident in which her chest was ripped off and her Golden Phoenix Seal was stolen.

Although he met Tangqianyan outside Hangu Pass that day, he did not vent his anger on her because time was tight.

"Then I would like to thank you, General. This way I can go back and report to His Majesty the King of Tang."

Say it.

Qin Qiong waved to the Jinwu Guard behind him and asked him to go downstairs and add some seasonings to Tang Qianyan's food that would not harm the body but would make people drowsy.

"Miss Luoyang, I have some gifts for you according to the order of the King of Tang. I hope you will accept them."

"The King of Tang also asked me to tell you something. If you don't accept it, your sister Yingtai will be angry."

Qin Qiong smiled and turned around and spoke to Xiao Luoyang who was sitting next to him.

"Then I would like to thank Sister Yingtai first."

Little Luoyang didn't hesitate and happily accepted the gift from Li Yingtai.

Not a moment.

I saw the Jinwu Guards downstairs carrying several wooden boxes and coming up.

"This is the gorgeous dress that His Majesty the King of Tang gave to Miss Luoyang. The silk fabrics are all produced in the territory of Tang. They are the best brocade in Chang'an City, which is worth a lot of money."

Qin Qiong explained as he opened the first box.

There were piles of clothes inside that were rarely seen even in Xianyang, including gorgeous long dresses as well as simple and elegant skirts.

There was even a red robe with a golden phoenix printed on it.

"His Majesty the King of Tang also said that although gold jewelry is a bit superficial and does not suit Miss Luoyang's temperament, it is still necessary to have it. The jewelry in this second box is made of gold, agate, jade, pearls, and Lantian's unique jade. I hope Miss Luoyang will not dislike it."

There were three boxes full of jewels and even a crown made of gold and decorated with countless jewels.

Everyone was stunned when they saw the golden cicada, wondering what Li Yingtai was up to.

In the next box, there were various antiques, calligraphy and paintings by famous artists.

"Miss Luoyang, for the last two items, His Majesty the King of Tang said that he hopes Miss Luoyang will not refuse them after seeing them."

After opening all the wooden boxes, Qin Qiong took out a yellow cloth scroll and a sealed letter from his arms.

Such words and actions made not only Xiao Luoyang, but also Jin Chan, who had not received any gifts, curious.

"This is the royal decree of the Shudu fiefdom. His Majesty the King of Tang said that Shudu would be given to Miss Luoyang, and the King of Tang hopes that Miss Luoyang can open this letter by herself. Could you trouble General Jin to follow me?"

After handing the scroll and envelope to Xiao Luoyang, Qin Qiong scratched his head and looked at Jin Chan.

"Let's go. Since it was given to the little girl by Yingtai, let her read it herself."

After saying that, the two walked out.

Tang Qianyan in the opposite room had fallen asleep and was even snoring.

After asking Jin Chan for instructions, Qin Qiong ordered the Jinwu Guards to carry Tang Qianyan to the prison car.

"General Qin, just detain him for a few days. Don't really treat that guy as a criminal."

"General, rest assured, we will definitely provide you with delicious food and drinks. However, after we arrive in Chang'an, we will have to trouble you, my friend, to cooperate with us a little bit."

"Don't worry, it's no problem."

About an incense stick later.

Little Luoyang, with a red face, put Li Yingtai's envelope on the candle and burned it clean.

Then she sat quietly in the chair, holding her chin with both hands, pouting her lips and looking out the window, lost in thought.

The blush on her face did not fade away for a long time.

It was not until a long time later that Jin Chan entered the room, rubbed her little head, and broke the silence.

"What did Yingtai tell you?"

Jin Chan asked gently.

"No, it's nothing. Big brother, let's get on the road quickly, otherwise it will be dark soon."

As if he had been electrocuted, Xiao Luoyang jumped up and ran downstairs in panic.

"What did Yingtai say in the letter?"

Jin Chan frowned, looking at the room full of jewels and fell into deep thought.

It originally only takes about ten days to reach this place from Chang'an.

But now the team is so large that it is estimated that it will take at least half a month to arrive.

And the following days.

Jin Chan reviewed the events of Jiufang Tiangong and Zhongyuan Juebing, and from time to time he discussed the country's destiny and military spirit with Tang Qianyan.

until night.

One returned to the carriage and the other got into the cage.

On the other hand, Xiao Luoyang seemed to be always worried. He lay by the car window all day, staring out in a daze.

She even rarely ate the pastries that Li Yingtai specially prepared for her.

Half a month passed in the blink of an eye.

This journey was not as hurried as when he left Chang'an. Jin Chan experienced the customs and practices that he had never seen in Qin State.

Now, under the rule of Li Yingtai, the Tang Kingdom has also gotten rid of the tyranny and heavy taxes of the old Tang King. Although it is not yet a prosperous era with a rich people and a wealthy country, it is much better than before. At least the people's eyes are no longer cloudy.

"General, the king has already prepared a banquet at Daming Palace."

North of Chang'an City, under Anyuan Gate.

Jin Chan looked up.

Above the city gate, flags were fluttering in the wind, like colorful clouds.

Under the gate, two rows of guards in golden armor stood upright and meticulously, the silver spears in their hands shining brightly in the sun.

Outside the door, a brand new red carpet extends all the way to the Daming Palace in the distance.

"Welcome General Qin, Jin Chan, and Miss Luoyang to visit Chang'an City of Tang."

Following the Minister of Rites' loud shout.

There were gongs and trumpets blasting and drums beating thunderously.

Jin Chan and Qin Qiong rode white horses side by side, followed by Xiao Luoyang's carriage. At the end of the team was the cage where Yan was lying in front of the hall.

The team entered from Anyuan Gate.

Both sides of the wide Weiyang Road were crowded with people watching the excitement.

However, this is different from the fear that the people of Zhao, Wei, Han, and Chu have towards the golden cicada.

The people in Chang'an City were cheering and some even took out the portrait of the golden cicada that Wu Daozi had painted that day and showed it off in front of them.

"When the general helped the king to save Chang'an from danger, your portrait inexplicably spread. Coupled with the rumors a few days ago, the people of the Tang Dynasty all regarded the general as a celestial being descended to earth."

"Now that Qin and Tang are allies again, in the eyes of the people of Chang'an, General Li Cunxiao is not as prominent as you."

Seeing Jin Chan's puzzled expression, Qin Qiong began to explain.

"hehe"

After walking forward for about half an hour, Jin Chan and his party finally arrived at the Hanyuan Hall of the Daming Palace.

"please!"

Qin Qiong stretched out his hand and said to Jin Chan and Xiao Luoyang with a smile.

Unlike Jin Chan, Xiao Luoyang, who entered the Daming Palace for the first time, was full of curiosity. As soon as he entered Anyuan Gate, he opened the curtain and looked around.

Walk up the stairs step by step.

"The Qin envoy, Jin Chan, Luoyang, has arrived!"

The old eunuch cried out,
Jin Chan stepped into the palace gate.

Looking up slightly, he saw Li Yingtai sitting on the golden phoenix chair, wearing a phoenix robe and a jade-beaded crown.

Regal, dignified and elegant.

At this time, Li Yingtai no longer had any childishness in her, and had already become the peerless queen of the Tang Dynasty.

On both sides of the stage were officials from various departments.

"Qin Guo, Jin Chan, greets the King of Tang."

"Qin State, Luoyang, meet the King of Tang."

Little Luoyang bowed slightly and bent his knees to salute.

But Jin Chan's way of standing and speaking immediately aroused dissatisfaction among the civil and military officials in the hall.

Especially Li Cunxiao, who was sitting at the first seat among the military generals, crossed his arms, and his huge muscles almost broke the armor on his arms.

From the first second that Jin Chan entered Hanyuan Hall, Li Cunxiao had been staring at him angrily.

"Jinchan has done me and the Tang Dynasty a favor, so I am exempt from all etiquette. The same goes for Luoyang."

Li Yingtai raised her soft arm and pressed it down towards Tang Chen who was present, and then continued to speak.

"Today, Tang and Qin are allies. The Qin general Jin Chan is coming to Chang'an in our Tang Dynasty. I will welcome him with state ceremony and would like to discuss the unification of the Central Plains with the general."

As soon as Li Yingtai said this, there was an uproar in the audience.

Unify the Central Plains?
All the ministers were shocked.

However, when Jin Chan heard this, the corners of his mouth slightly raised.

I feel very pleased about Li Yingtai's transformation.

In fact, from the moment he met Qin Qiong to the grand ceremony along the way, Jin Chan had already guessed what Li Yingtai was thinking.

now.

The State of Qi was destroyed, marking the first time in the history of the Central Plains that a state was destroyed.

Now Li Yingtai is very clear that the King of Qin’s ambition is to unify the Central Plains and sweep across the six kingdoms.

Although the Tang Kingdom had a vast territory, due to the old Tang King's stupidity over the years, its national strength was only stronger than that of the Han Kingdom, and was no different from that of the Wei Kingdom.

Although Qin and Tang seemed to be an alliance, Li Yingtai had already sworn in front of the Golden Phoenix Seal that he would never send troops to attack Qin without authorization in his lifetime.

In other words, the Tang State could not join forces with Zhao, Wei, Han, and Chu to attack Qin.

Then it would be time, either for Qin to unify the world and then destroy the Tang.

Or the four countries could unite to drive the Qin people back to Hangu Pass and then settle accounts with the Tang Dynasty.

So no matter what, as long as the King of Qin chose to send troops to go to war, the only outcome for the Tang Dynasty would be its destruction.

Originally, if the Qin State had not destroyed Qi, the Jin Chan's entry into Chang'an would probably not have been so grand.

But things are definitely different now.

The King of Qin's move to destroy Qi forced Li Yingtai, the King of Tang, to do so.

"Have a banquet."

After Jin Chan took his seat, Li Yingtai spoke.

The Tang Dynasty’s state banquet was officially declared to have begun.

The dancers enter the stage, dancing lightly and gracefully.

The musician's ten fingers move in unison, as if listening to a mountain stream and pines standing in the thousands of valleys.

The food on the table is completely different from that in Qin State and has its own unique flavor.

But in this joyful scene, Li Cunxiao was the only one who did not drink or eat, and stared at the golden cicada beside him motionlessly.

"I heard that you killed an immortal when you destroyed Qi?"

"Ok!"

"I heard that you are an immortal who can destroy mountains and rivers with one strike?"

"Oh?"

"Come to my army tomorrow, and I will fight you."

"Don't go."

Jin Chan answered this question very straightforwardly.

Moreover, he never looked up at Li Cunxiao from beginning to end, but just ate the delicacies on the table and drank the wine in the glass.

"No, I haven't seen you for a few months. I am no longer the same as before. Don't say you are a fairy from heaven. Even if you are the devil lord incarnated, the true god Tai Sui, I will avenge you this time."

"I will send a carriage to take you to the camp tomorrow."

Without giving Jin Chan any chance to refuse, Li Cunxiao had already made the decision unilaterally.

After the banquet.

Li Yingtai returned to his bedroom with the help of the eunuch.

Jin Chan and Xiao Luoyang were arranged to stay in rooms in the Daming Palace.

Night had just fallen.

Just when Jin Chan was standing by the balcony bored and enjoying the breeze, he saw the old eunuch beside Li Yingtai trotting towards him in small steps.

"General Jin, the King of Tang and the Queen Mother invite you and Miss Luoyang to go outside the city and have a chat by the Qujiang River."

"By the Qujiang River?"

"Yes, the Queen Mother specifically stated that the daytime banquet is a state banquet, and the evening banquet is a family banquet."

(End of this chapter)