eurekapd Chapter 642 Among the onlookers, two distinguished guests of extraordinary status arrived.
Chapter 642 Among the onlookers, two distinguished guests of extraordinary status arrived.
"Hey, I'm not trying to be mean, but what's the point of us just standing here guessing?"
"Why don't we just go in and take a look? Then we'll know everything."
As the saying goes, those involved are often confused. While everyone was filled with surprise and wholeheartedly engaged in watching, discussing, and debating, someone directly stood up and raised doubts.
Upon hearing this, the previously confused onlookers instantly woke up as if from a dream and suddenly understood.
"That's right! Why don't we just go inside and take a look instead of foolishly pondering outside? Wouldn't that be a complete waste of time?"
"Uh... to be honest, perhaps because the place was so strange, I really didn't even think about going in..."
"Yes, why don't we go in and see what's going on! I'm so curious, it's like a little cat is scratching at my heart!"
"Let's go then... uh, who's going to lead the way?"
Driven by curiosity, the onlookers quickly reached a consensus, their lips curling into smiles as they eagerly began searching for the door.
However, new problems have arisen.
"Hey, where's the door? I can't see the entrance. Does this building mean people aren't allowed in?"
The curious people at the front of the line stared at each other, looking completely bewildered.
They looked around and found that the building had no door. How were they supposed to get in?
Fortunately, it didn't take long before someone who had taken the first step closer discovered the secret and shouted excitedly:
"Hey, when you get close, this wall opens up by itself! It's amazing, just like magic!"
"So that's how it is! But such doors that can open and close automatically are commonplace in that [Fairyland]. No wonder this place is called a branch of the Fairyland; it seems the name is quite fitting..."
The vermilion walls, which appear identical to the rest of the building, automatically and slowly open to the left and right sides like a gate when they sense someone approaching, as if welcoming people.
This scene, displayed before the eyes of most ordinary people in Beijing who are deterred by expensive high-speed rail tickets and have never personally experienced this "fairyland," is truly a game-changer.
Seeing this, they couldn't help but exclaim in amazement that this scene was incredibly magical, even more amazing than the Arabian Nights!
Once the entrance gate was opened, the crowd surged in like a flood bursting its banks.
Among the diverse and bustling crowd of onlookers, there was an elderly couple who were remarkably well-preserved; their mere presence alone exuded an exceptional air of elegance.
At this moment, they stood quietly behind the crowd of people in front of them, their eyes filled with curiosity and inquiry.
Their eyes were fixed on the novel and interesting building, not missing a single detail, and they kept examining it carefully.
Both men were dressed in a calm and understated manner, appearing simple and unadorned at first glance.
However, upon closer inspection, one will find that the satin fabric embroidered with gold thread is made of extremely luxurious and exquisite materials.
Each gold thread subtly shimmered with a delicate luster, something that ordinary families could not afford to order.
"Chonglang, thankfully we didn't go too far out of the palace on this trip!"
The carriage had been traveling slowly for several days, but fortunately, when we arrived at Daiyue Prefecture this morning, it listened to my advice and followed the people to ride that swift and magical thing called 'Iron'.
In the blink of an eye, we've arrived back in the capital. Just a few steps from the exit and we're back at the palace!
Hey, this is really interesting to think about, like a wonderful dream!
The woman speaking was over fifty years old but well-maintained. Although her skin was not fair, she had few wrinkles. It was as if the merciless carving knife of time had not left many marks on her face, and she still retained her charm.
In contrast, the man holding her hand appeared rather old and frail.
Upon hearing the woman's words, he immediately laughed and responded loudly:
"This is all thanks to Madam! If it weren't for Ah Lan's quick thinking, she would have missed out on that amazing underground high-speed rail, which would have been such a pity."
The man walking beside the woman, dressed in a dark blue casual jacket, was already in his sixties and was slightly hunched over; his back was no longer as straight as a pine tree.
However, he exuded an inexplicable aura of power, the kind of presence that only those who had long held a high position possessed, making people hesitant to approach him.
But this power vanished completely in front of his wife, leaving only tenderness and doting affection.
Several bodyguards were still hidden in the crowd not far behind the two.
Dressed in ordinary clothes, they blended silently into the crowd, remaining vigilant at all times. Their sharp eyes, like those of hawks, watched the actions of those around them, fearing that some fool might dare to offend their master.
The person who can be protected so meticulously by the secret guards must be of extraordinary status.
Indeed, the elderly couple who appeared to be deeply in love to outsiders were actually the two Empress Dowagers, who were fond of traveling around and living a carefree life.
After using her illness as an excuse, she cleverly and smoothly passed the throne to her second son, who was intelligent, capable, and composed from a young age.
Emperor Xuan Chong'an was finally relieved of his heavy political duties and abdicated to enjoy a peaceful and happy life.
Thus, he had ample time to spend with his beloved wife, Empress Dowager Xiao Lan, who had been by his side for decades and came from a military family, embarking on a warm and pleasant journey around the world together.
The two originally planned to travel south, going wherever the wind took them, without worrying about when they would return, and fully appreciating the scenery and local customs along the way.
Just yesterday, as the carriage leisurely traveled to the territory of Daiyue Prefecture, they found a place to stop and have a meal. They overheard other diners talking about something with great interest.
After some careful inquiry, the two finally learned about the momentous event that was now affecting the entire nation of Anshun and causing a sensation throughout the country!
Despite her curiosity and astonishment, Xiao Lan acted decisively and immediately decided to cancel the original itinerary and return to the capital to find out what was going on.
The Empress Dowager originally intended to return to the capital as soon as possible to ask her son if he was aware of this important matter concerning the entire nation.
After several attempts, they finally found the underground high-speed rail station and successfully boarded the high-speed rail.
As it turned out, I hadn't even had a chance to look out the window for very long, and my bottom hadn't even gotten comfortable when the friendly and attentive flight attendant in my compartment quietly informed me that we were about to arrive at Beijing Station...
This incredible speed completely astonished Emperor Xuan Chong'an.
How could such a drastic change have occurred in his Anshun Kingdom when he had only been away from world affairs for a few days?
The world before him suddenly seemed both strange and novel...
He was eager to enter the palace to see Yuan'er and clarify the doubts in his heart.
Unexpectedly, as soon as the two got off the high-speed train, they learned from someone who had somehow received the news and was specially assigned by Yuan'er to pick them up that Lin'er, Yuan'er, Wanling, and the others had all gone to that mysterious and unpredictable "Fairyland"!
This made the two of them so envious; they wished they could sprout wings and fly to them immediately.