In the next day, Heshia walked around the streets and alleys on the surface of Jilou City, and saw many familiar and unfamiliar things one after another. Although these things were very backward in the interstellar era, they seem inexplicable now. There is a sense of freshness.
At night, she followed the travel guide and came to the underground entrance on the west side of Jilou City.
Jielou City is also divided into upper and lower parts. It can even be said that the surface part only accounts for a quarter of the entire city, and there are more buildings and people underground.
A small alley that can only accommodate four people walking side by side. There are bright yellow LED lights on the ground. Sometimes there are entire rust walls on both sides of the alley. Sometimes there are small shops open one after another. Local residents after get off work eat and shop here and walk out of the alley. , you will find that you seem to be in mid-air, because there are criss-crossing roads below, with various vehicles passing through them, which is quite lively.
Different from the primitive architectural style on the surface, the underground buildings have a combination of industrial and classical feel.
Neon lights can be seen everywhere, slowly moving ladder elevators, projected figures and signs, and the splendid night market pavilions, whose outlines are illuminated by light lines, and the night and underground are crowded together. The cornices and roofs of the buildings The corners are intertwined with each other. Although they look messy, they are perfectly balanced and do not interfere with each other.
In the evening, Heshia sat in a hot pot restaurant. The table she sat at was right by the window. There were about a dozen customers in the store, and the owners were a middle-aged couple.
Except for Hesia, most of the other customers in the store were locals. They shouted to the boss to serve the food, and then talked about recent current events.
"I don't know if there will be a sword fight at this year's celebration. Otherwise, I always feel that there is something missing and it's not fun enough."
"Probably not. The current atmosphere in the Federation does not like such slightly bloody scenes. Various accidents are prone to occur during sword fights."
"Hey, that's a pity. It's probably just the same sword dance show as in previous years. I'm tired of watching it."
"There are a few. Anyway, the sword dance feels light and weak. There is no tension or impact, so only a small number of tourists find it new."
"Actually, I heard that it was not like this before. It was also a unique skill back then, but it was a pity that it was lost later."
"Lost?"
"I heard this from the old people. Anyway, there are too many things lost in Jilou City, and there are only one or two that are missing."
They were talking and talking about other things, and at this moment there were sounds of horns and various noises outside the street.
"It's the 'god generals' circling the city." The locals reacted immediately when they heard the sound. They stopped eating and ran out to see one by one. Even the owner and his wife of the hot pot restaurant turned off the heat and left the stove. .
What will God be? The girl looked at the window out of curiosity, but there were a lot of people outside.
She had to sit down and continue to eat a few bites of the freshly brushed meat, and then fed some to the big spider next to her. Anyway, there were no customers in the store at the moment, and no one cared.
After touching the big spider, Heshia looked at the crowded crowd outside and decided to pick up the big spider, put it on top of her head, and then walked out.
The street outside the hot pot restaurant was full of people, including tourists and locals. Amidst the sound of music, celebration staff dressed in bright yellow and bright clothes held tiger signs to open the way in front of them. Behind them were people dressed in gorgeous clothes, green and red. The 'divine generals' with colorful faces and swords in their hands had four flags behind them. Three of them stepped on them, and the flags also swayed with the scale pendant, making a tinkling sound.
Standing on tiptoes, the girl looked at the team on the street. Among them, the 'little soldiers' who were clearing the way all had the strength of Sequence 3, and those brightly dressed 'god generals' had at least Sequence 4, and the leading ones even had Sequence 5. .
Although the steps and formations of these people seem simple, there is a faint aura surrounding them, and they are connected as one, with a calm and powerful momentum. Whenever they advance a hundred meters, they will stop, brandish their swords and draw halberds, and iron The locks and armor plates collided with each other and shook.
At this time, there was a faint wave of air overflowing, giving people a kind of mental shock. Although the intensity was controlled at a low level, it was still shocking.
To be able to stick to such an ancient city, there is indeed some unique secret technique or inheritance, otherwise it would not be able to gather so many residents.
When the team passed in front of Heshia, one of the 'divine generals' turned around and suddenly looked at Heshia in the crowd. His eyes widened, and the green and red painted face seemed to seep out of color, directly Shoot to the top of Hesia's head.
Hiss...
Heshia heard the painful cry of the big spider above her head, and then she quickly hugged it down and put it on her chest, avoiding the gaze of the 'divine general'.
Seeing Heshia protecting the big spider, the 'divine general' snorted, but said nothing and continued to move forward. Only a few people paid attention to this process, while others were unaware and just watched. The procession faded away down the street.
The crowd slowly dispersed. Heshia held the big spider that showed its prototype, touched its head, and then gave it a good check. No serious injuries were found, but its consciousness was slightly affected.
A person in yellow clothes came from the crowd. He saw Heshia comforting the big spider, so he asked.
"Is this spider your lady's pet?"
"Yes." Heshia replied with a hint of worry. She held the big spider in her arms and said that it was very well-behaved. She also showed the registration document that Butis gave her to the staff member.
Big Spider's procedures were still very complete. The staff member nodded after checking, and then continued to speak.
"Because it is the time when the 'divine generals' are patrolling the city, any ghosts that appear will be swept away. If this lady does not want to be accidentally injured, please keep your pet away from the routes of the divine generals, or hold it in your arms. That way they won’t be regarded as harmful to others.”
"That's it." The girl nodded. The 'divine general' just thought that the big spider was bad and lay on top of her.
Afterwards, the staff member said a few words before leaving, but he didn't take a few steps and looked back at the girl's back.
"I always feel like I've seen it somewhere... Forget it, it's important to go back and report it, otherwise the general will have to say I'm slacking off again."
Letting the big spider hide in her shadow again, Heshia returned to the hot pot restaurant and continued to eat before leaving.
At night, she slept in a hotel underground in Jelou City, with the bustling streets outside the window.
Although it is close to the street, the sound insulation is very good. Even if there are people eating barbecue and chatting all night downstairs, Heshia sleeps very comfortably.
On the second day, she continued to tour underground in Jielou City. While talking with the locals, she gradually learned about some of the conditions in Jielou City and why she didn't pay directly with federal currency.
"That's it, sister." A girl holding a candied haws of water said in front of Hexia.
"Many things here are circulated internally. If you pay through official channels, you will have to pay taxes, and it will also involve business licenses and the like. In fact, most of them are handmade by individuals and are not very standard. , it will be very troublesome to do. Generally, even if the store receives the money, it still needs to transfer it to itself through other methods." She was about 14 years old, sitting on a chair and shaking her legs briskly, eating something that Hesia gave her candied haws.
The Federation of Roses has detailed standard requirements for all walks of life, such as the classification of T65-level ingredients and catering, as well as allowed and not allowed additives in production, etc. The Jilou City side is closer to the early handicraft industry, and they have already We are accustomed to the old ways and are unwilling and repelled to use the federal standards.
After learning about it, the girl was almost finished eating the candied haws in her hand. When she heard someone calling her, she turned around and waved to the girl, then ran to the other side of the street, who seemed to be her mother.
Seeing the woman across from her saluting her kindly, Hesia stood up and returned the salute, and then watched the two of them leave.
Although very conservative and traditional, the locals seem to have a simple temperament and are not as anxious as today's residents who are affected by the Internet. They live in such an environment with peace of mind, year after year, generation after generation.
On the second day, Heshia continued to follow the tourists on the underground streets and alleys. Unknowingly, she also came to a famous temple in Jielou City.
The alleyway leading to the temple is only five people wide. As you walk through it, the walls on both sides are dark at first, but as you continue to advance, the light gradually lights up, and the faint wheelhouses emerge one by one, and then slowly become magnificent. , the statues of gods with kind brows and smiling faces stood in the golden light, behind them were radiating patterns printed on a golden background plate. These radiating patterns were printed on the backs of the statues' heads like the sun, and the golden light circulated. A sense of solemnity and sanctity.
Above the alleyway, red flags hung down swaying and fluttering. Walking through the alleyway, Heshia came to the temple inside. Among them was a flying and dancing statue of a god with a graceful figure and fairy-like streamers. Each of its six hands held a golden ring. , bells, bells, pipa, etc.
'Kinna Luotian' is also known as Ge Lo Tian, the God of Songs.
The priests in the temple are also particularly special. They are not real people, but intelligent AIs with gold and bronze bodies.
The federation has now banned AI anthropomorphism from participating in the lives of residents. Anthropomorphism includes using appearances similar to humans, imitating human words and deeds, etc. Only abandoned corner cities like Jilou City still retain this of legacy AI units.
It is said that the anthropomorphism of AI has caused many ethical crises and social impacts in the past, and the federation's various policy concepts have gradually become more conservative, but this is not the case in all countries. Some countries adjacent to the Federation of Roses, All citizens are the product of a combination of AI and biology.
Wearing robes, these anthropomorphic AIs, about 2 meters tall, hold rosary beads and stand on both sides of the statue to maintain the security of worshipers. Occasionally, they will help pilgrims solve their doubts and draw lots for divination.
"What do you want?"
"I hope to be promoted to a Sequence 4 job agency this year. I wonder if Kinna Luotian can bless me." A pilgrim knelt on the futon.
"The gods only help those who save themselves. If you are fully prepared and confident, you will definitely get what you want."
"Thank you, Master." The happy man stood up and left gratefully.
After that, people prayed and inquired one after another. Some people were satisfied and left, while others were worried and slowly walked away.
After that, it was Hesia's turn. She put the big spider in her backpack aside and bent down to pray in front of the statue without kneeling down.
Although she was not a believer in God, she still offered incense and prayers out of respect.
"I hope I can know my mother's life experience and past." She whispered softly.
After a long time, just when she opened her eyes, put the incense on the incense burner, and was about to leave, the gold and copper master beside her suddenly spoke.
"You should go to Zhulin Alley, Chenxiang Street, where there are clues to your prayers." Then he shut up and began to receive the next pilgrim.
Although she had doubts in her heart, Hexia couldn't bother her anymore, so she had to continue searching for the address of Zhulin Lane on Chenxiang Street.
Unfortunately, there are no related things on the Star Network, and some are even related to other star fields.
After leaving the temple, Heshia decided to ask the locals, but unfortunately the locals had no clue.
Disappointed, Heshia planned to eat something and go to the temple to ask about it tomorrow.
She sat down in a restaurant and ordered her favorite meal. Just when she was about to taste it, a man with silver-white hair came over. He was waving a folding fan and wearing oriental-style moon-white clothes.
"Hi, hello, lady~" He made a gesture that he thought was handsome and greeted Heshia.
"Hello, what's the matter?" Hesia looked at the man in front of her, who seemed to be wearing some kind of perfume.
"I am Feng Jianxue, from Feiyu Star Territory." Feiyu Star Territory is one of the central star territories of the Federation and is very prosperous and rich.
"Yes." The girl nodded slightly, still remaining calm.
Seeing that Hesia had no reaction to his appearance and family status, he laughed a few times and continued.
"The Feiyu Star Territory is extremely prosperous. The headquarters of many giant companies are located there, as well as many film and television companies. Unfortunately, I am responsible for looking for a rare jade that can only be seen in a century, so that it can become a star in the dazzling galaxy."
"So?" The girl tilted her head.
"Ahem, I think you are very talented in this area, miss. I wonder if you are interested in our company."
"No." Hesia shook her head. This guy must be suspicious no matter what.
"You don't have to refuse so quickly..." As he spoke, he sat down unknowingly and continued to introduce his company.
"Miss, do you know about Odney, the popular singer 'White Swan'?"
"Odney is a singer who belongs to our company. I am talking about a genius who really has the talent of a singer. She is not a fake. Now that Miss Odney has just turned 17, she is already a star-level singer. Ji, is still on the rise..."
As he spoke, he unfolded the personal terminal in his hand, which contained a photo of him and the girl in the white dress. However, it seemed that Odney was a little proud and disdainful of the man next to her.
Just as the man was talking incessantly and Heshia was thinking about how to interrupt, the clerk came over.
"Are you two together?"
"Yes, that's right. Please bring me a roast goose and some elven sake." The man immediately spoke before Hesia.
Seeing that Hesia still wanted to refuse, he also used his special move.
"I know where Chenxiang Street is. Please be patient, Miss."
After the food they ordered was served, he immediately started to eat. It looked like he hadn't eaten for several days.
Heshia ate wontons and seabass fillets slowly, drank some hot soup, and then looked at the man opposite.
"Can you say it now?"
"Oh, Miss, are you finally interested in our company? In fact, our treatment is quite good..."
"Stop, you know what I want to ask. If you don't say anything, I'll leave." She had almost eaten by now and wasn't very hungry anymore.
"Okay, okay, wait a moment, I'm going to tell you where Chenxiang Street is." Seeing that Hesia was really about to get up, he spoke quickly.
"Agarwood Street is located underground in Jelou City. It is also the core of Jelou City. It is said that the city lords of all generations lived there. It is also the ancestral hall of the sword guards of Jelou City in the past."
"Most people don't go anywhere, so no one knows. I just overheard the lady asking on the street, so I came over to have a look. I don't want to be shocked by your amazing beauty at a glance, and I can't help myself... ..." Then he started talking again.
"How do we get to a place like that?" The girl couldn't help but ask. She was just an unknown girl now and had no power.
"Well, I have a clever plan of my own. Please wait until I finish eating and come to the lady's house one by one. Oh, by the way, haven't you asked her her name yet?"
"Hesia." The girl responded with a clear voice, and then shook her head.
Although the person in front of her looked suspicious, the exception was that she did not feel any malice. You must know that with the double bonus of the singer's talent and extraordinary job, few people could lie in front of her. This is why she was so patient instead of turning around and leaving.
Let's ask him for now. This person seems to know a lot of things. In addition, is the mother really from Chenxiang Street? Doesn't that mean that the mother was really the kind of young lady who never touched the spring water? I don't know why she had a relationship with the family. Broken ties.
Heshia thought for a while, touched the big spider at her feet, and felt a little calmer.
This time I came to Jilou City and finally got some clues.
There should be another chapter in the evening 0 0 /~
(End of chapter)
