Chapter 170 Entering the Ruins City
A magnificent Ruins City appeared in front of Zhang Yuan.
Zhang Yuan has traveled through many cities and encountered some abandoned villages and small towns, but he has never seen such a prosperous and ruined city.
The scale of this market city is much larger than that of Nanxun City.
This is Xia Xu!
To the northwest is the majestic Taiwu Mountain, which stretches for thousands of miles. A large river originating from the depths of the mountain range rushes from north to south. The geographical location is extremely advantageous.
To the east and southeast of Xia Xu are the plains that have been reclaimed with countless fields and farms.
Villages are dotted all over the place, and together with the settlements around the city, they form the so-called outer ruins!
Because the terrain where Zhang Yuan is located is relatively high, he can overlook the entire Xucheng and the outer ruins.
He found that there were almost no tall buildings inside or outside this ancient capital, and most of the houses were weather-beaten. They had existed for who knows how many years and looked dilapidated and old.
In the center of the market city stood a broken tower, silently telling the story of the disaster it had suffered.
But it is such a nearly ruined city, with crowds of people in the streets and alleys, and countless fireworks rising!
"The construction of high-rise buildings in Xia Xu is not allowed. This is a rule."
Mu Guangcheng obviously saw Zhang Yuan's doubts and explained: "And the newly built houses must not exceed Two floors, but there is no space to build new houses in the city. If you want to live in it, you can only buy it from others. "
"There is no government here, no corvee, no poll tax."
The caravan leader stared at Xia Xu and said in a deep voice: "But it is not easy to survive."
He looked at Zhang Yuan again: "Brother Zhao Yun, if you want to do something in Xia Xu It is impossible to develop alone.”
“It’s better to join one force!”
To join one force?
Zhang Yuan smiled and said: "I understand, thank you Brother Mu for your guidance."
Mu Guangcheng once told him that Xia Ruins are divided into five inner ruins, southeast, northwest, middle and outer ruins, and are called "six ruins".
The Six Ruins are divided and occupied by gangs of various sizes.
Then these forces sent representatives to form the so-called "Holy Ruins Alliance".
The Holy Ruins Alliance is not only a tool for major forces to compete for interests, but also used to mediate and balance conflicts between them.
Maintain the internal and external stability of this huge market city.
However, despite the existence of the Holy Ruins Alliance, the overt and covert struggles between different forces have never disappeared.
Sometimes it is particularly intense and cruel!
Of course, finding a big influence as a backer is the fastest way to gain a foothold in Xia Xu.
Mu Guangcheng knew that Zhang Yuan was very strong, and his suggestions were also out of goodwill.
However, Zhang Yuan's experience in the Raging Whale Gang made him no longer interested in these Jianghu forces.
He just wants to find a safe place to practice hard and hit a higher martial arts realm!
“Brother Mu.”
Zhang Yuan cupped his fists and saluted Mu Guangcheng: “Thank you for bringing me here, let’s just say goodbye!”
Mu Guangcheng was stunned for a moment, and then replied: "Take care of it!"
It is most common for children in the world to meet by chance, and to meet and disperse by chance.
The leader of the caravan has been in the world for a long time and has long been accustomed to getting together and separation. Therefore, despite some regrets and reluctance, he did not force Zhang Yuan to stay.
"See you later!"
Zhang Yuan waved his riding whip, and the mount immediately rushed down the hill and galloped towards the market city ahead.
There are three gates in Xia Xu, and Zhang Yuan took the east gate.
Interesting.
Although this majestic city has tall walls, there is no gate.
The city gate is completely open, and there is no obstruction to the flow inside and outside.
At the city gate where people were coming and going, there were no guards or tax collecting soldiers.
Zhang Yuan noticed that whether it was a lone knight or a group of businessmen, they all dismounted when they arrived at the city gate.
Either lead the horses, or sit on the shaft of the carriage and enter the city. This is obviously also the rule of Xia Xu!
Zhang Yuan had just arrived, and since there was no steppenwolf to grab his head, he naturally followed the locals, so he dismounted and walked.
Here at the city gate, he saw the weathered city wall covered with various notices.
There are those who are looking for things and people, and there are also those who are wanted and have bounties on them.
Zhang Yuan glanced briefly and found no reward for himself.
This is actually quite normal.
Xiaxu is not within the territory of Daqian's rule, and is thousands of miles away from Qingyun Temple. Even if the latter offers a large reward, it will not be delivered here within ten days and a half.
But be careful, you have to hide yourself no matter where you are!
Zhang Yuan's thoughts whirled, then he withdrew his gaze and entered this majestic and strange city calmly.
The inside of Xia Xu is much livelier than outside. The dusty streets are bustling with people, and the sounds of hawking and soliciting customers from the shops on both sides come and go, impacting everyone's eardrums.
And among the people here, warriors account for a large proportion.
And even ordinary people, most of them have strong temperaments and strong bodies.
Even if she is a woman, she is still not very gentle and delicate!
Zhang Yuan noticed that almost everyone carried swords, daggers, bows and other weapons.
“Catch the thief!”
Suddenly there was a roar from the front.
The crowd quickly separated, and a young man in a cloth shirt ran away, followed by a burly man.
Zhang Yuan calmly stepped aside, leaving space for the two of them to stage a cat and mouse show.
The boy in a cloth shirt flew past him, and his skills were actually quite good.
The sturdy man chased him in a frantic manner, but as a result, the distance became farther and farther away, and he could no longer catch up.
"This young master..."
At this moment, someone suddenly came up to Zhang Yuan and said with a charming smile: "Do you want to stay? My guest room is clean and comfortable, and there is a beautiful girl to serve you. , you are guaranteed to be satisfied!”
Zhang Yuan: “…”
The customer was an old lady, wearing makeup and makeup, looking at Zhang Yuan with a straight look. Revealing greed.
Zhang Yuan is speechless - does he look like a drifter?
Zhang Yuan ignored the other party and continued to move forward while holding the horse.
The old lady was still unwilling to give in, and kept chattering for a distance, and finally left cursing.
"Master, please do me a favor and reward me with a copper!"
As a result, the old madam who was soliciting customers was driven away, and a group of beggars appeared out of nowhere. .
Surrounded Zhang Yuan and begged.
Some people even secretly reached out to touch the pockets hanging on the side of the saddle.
“Get out!”
Zhang Yuan’s eyes flashed and he shouted angrily!
These pestering beggars were immediately frightened, and looked at Zhang Yuan with fear in their eyes.
They realized that Zhang Yuan could not be bullied and immediately dispersed.
He disappeared into the crowd.
What a mess!
Zhang Yuan shook his head.
It's not that he has no sympathy, but he can't have any mercy for these beggars who are obviously controlled by others.
Otherwise you will be pestered endlessly!
(End of this chapter)