In a chaotic world, border soldiers begin their journey by enlisting in the army and getting married

The sudden decrease in favorability left Chen Shan dumbfounded.

After all, it's not easy to even increase Nan Tu Rou's favorability.

Not only did it not improve, it actually decreased.

This truly caught Chen Shan off guard.

Could this woman be jealous? But her favorability rating isn't even 80, so it's unlikely she'd be jealous.

Chen Shan was somewhat puzzled, but he was too lazy to think about it too much.

The journey from Mochi City to the capital is neither too far nor too near, taking about five days.

These five days were spent moving around frequently, and although it wasn't as long as a military campaign, the group still numbered over a thousand people.

Five days later, Chen Shan finally set foot on the main road to the capital.

The roads leading to the capital were bustling with people, making the area outside the capital city incredibly lively.

There were also many small vendors along the way.

"For the capital city, this place is quite lively. I thought the area outside the capital was all barren."

Chen Shan sighed with emotion.

This was his first time visiting the capital.

Even Liu Ruyu looked outside with great curiosity.

After all, they came from a village and didn't have many opportunities to see different places.

"The capital is the most prosperous place in Xia Kingdom, so how could the outside be barren?"

"Husband, are we going to settle down in the capital from now on?"

Mo Yiyao looked on with curiosity.

Upon hearing this, Chen Shan immediately said, "Let's take a look first. Staying here temporarily is no problem."

"If you're not comfortable in your accommodation, you can just move to another place."

This trip was originally just to check things out in the capital. If it's suitable, I'd be happy to stay for a while.

The group chatted and laughed, and soon entered the capital city.

Although there were patrols at the city gate, Nan Tu Rou was a princess, and the city guards dared not stop her.

"Princess, His Highness has instructed us to greet you here."

Not long after entering the city, several people came walking by, dressed in fine clothes, with an older man leading the way.

"Hmm, Uncle Fu, did Father say what arrangements were made for the others?"

Nan Tu Rou asked.

Uncle Fu glanced at Chen Shan, but his gaze was quickly drawn to Chen Shan's Red Hare.

"His Highness said that General Chen will be received at a venue arranged by the Ministry of War."

Seeing that Uncle Fu said this, Nan Tu Rou didn't say anything more.

Although Chen Shan's Red Battalion was under the Third Army Corps, its relationship with the Southern Slaughter King's Mansion was not very close.

At least that's how it appears to outsiders.

Since the King of Southern Slaughter had his own plans, Nan Tu Rou naturally wouldn't interfere too much.

Nan Tu Rou left ahead with her personal guards, and soon after, she saw an official arrive.

"General Chen, I am from the reception office under the Ministry of War, and I am here on orders to receive you."

"Please come down with me, General Chen."

Led by the officials, the group headed toward the reception hall arranged by the imperial court.

Within the capital city, there stands a tall building with nine floors, giving it a sense of reaching the heavens.

Especially in a capital city like the Xia Kingdom, apart from the imperial palace, this tall building is extremely dazzling.

This is the reception hall.

I learned from the officials that the nine floors of the reception hall corresponded to different social statuses.

Even someone like Chen Shan could only enter the first level.

"General Chen, after registration, there is a special accommodation prepared for you in the southern part of the capital. Your family and personal guards can stay there."

Chen Shan stepped forward and, following the instructions of the officials, went through the procedures, which took quite a while before he finally arrived at the south of the city.

The entire capital city is divided into three parts.

Outer city, inner city, imperial city.

The outer city was mostly inhabited by ordinary people, as well as some shops and vendors.

The inner city was mostly inhabited by officials and nobles.

Those who could operate businesses within the inner city were mostly from aristocratic families and powerful clans.

As for the Imperial City, it is undoubtedly the place where imperial power is concentrated, and it is also the location of the royal family and nobles. The Southern Slaughter Prince's Mansion is located in the Imperial City.

After all, he was the only king of a different surname in the Xia Kingdom, and his status was noble.

In fact, within the imperial city, there is another place called the inner city of Xiajing, which is the location of the imperial palace, the administrative center of the Xia Kingdom, and the residence of the emperor.

South of the city.

Once they arrived at the designated courtyard, Chen Shan began to examine it carefully.

In Chen Nan's row, besides some scattered houses, there are also rows of courtyards.

These courtyards were mostly inhabited by young generals like Chen Shan, or officials of the fifth rank or below.

"This yard is alright, it's nothing special, but it's big enough."

"Gao Shun, make arrangements for the soldiers first."

Chen Shan gave the order, and Gao Shun immediately led his men into the courtyard first.

After much trouble, the group finally managed to move in.

The three hundred soldiers who had been fighting in the battle also moved in, and the courtyard was equipped with barracks, which was quite thoughtful.

"My lord, the capital city does indeed look bustling; even the outer city is so prosperous."

"We just arrived today, let's make a nice meal."

Liu Ruyu looked on with anticipation.

It was my first time visiting such a large city, and I was naturally excited.

"Sister Ruyu, I'll take you around in a bit. I'm quite familiar with this place."

As Mo Yiyao spoke, Liu Ruyu nodded repeatedly.

"We'll have someone accompany you out in a bit. This is the capital; who knows what kind of monsters and demons might appear? Be careful."

"However, we shouldn't suffer injustice; we don't need to be afraid of trouble."

Chen Shan did not stop them. Apart from Xiao Ningning and Chu Yiren choosing not to go out, the two of them didn't care.

Wang Xiaoya followed the two men, along with Gao Shun and several soldiers, and left the courtyard excitedly.

"My lord, is this the end of the reception?"

"Logically speaking, my lord, you have reached this level in just one year and have even made a contribution. Even if the emperor does not see you, the Ministry of War or something should summon you."

"Is there some kind of problem?"

Xiao Ningning was a little worried.

After many years, Xiao Ningning felt particularly uncomfortable returning to the capital.

After all, the Xiao family was once very famous, but it was destroyed in the blink of an eye.

This made Xiao Ningning deeply disgusted with the capital.

"No rush. Although I don't know much about the capital, I do know that things are complicated here, and I guess everyone is just watching and waiting."

Chen Shan also knew that he had been going through the motions all the way and hadn't encountered anyone.

From this perspective, most of these people are observing and waiting.

"This matter cannot be rushed. Relationships in the capital are complex and complicated. As a newcomer, not only are others observing, but you also need to be cautious."

"Ningning, don't worry."

In contrast, Chu Yiren was more composed.

Even after getting off the carriage, she wore a bamboo hat to cover her face all the way in.

After all, her identity was more special. With the position of a prime minister, there were bound to be spies from the other side everywhere.

If we get caught, we'll be in big trouble!

"I'm just worried that what if those people made things difficult for you because of me..."

Xiao Ningning lowered her eyes, her face full of worry.

After all, she also wanted Chen Shan to be safe and didn't want him to be in danger because of her.