Listening to the discussions of the surrounding people, Lü Bu and his entourage were also shocked.

They didn't expect the punishment for corrupt officials here to be so severe, with executions so common.

"If every place were like Luoyang, what would prevent the world from prospering!"

Looking at the corrupt officials who were brought into the city, Gao Shun couldn't help but feel a mix of emotions.

"Don't worry, with His Majesty here, it will definitely happen. Let's go into the city!"

Lu Bu smiled, then dismounted, carried Yan Jin down, and the group headed towards the city gate.

"Where did you come from?"

The officer guarding the city gate looked at Lü Bu and his companions, who were dressed in border army uniforms, and found them unfamiliar. He then went to greet them.

"We are under the command of the Protector of the Xiongnu, and we have come to Luoyang by imperial decree!"

As they spoke, Lü Bu took out his identity token and handed it to the officer.

"Lu Bu, the Wolf Cavalry General of Bingzhou, you are Lu Bu, Lu Fengxian...?"

Upon seeing the information on the identification tag, the officer's eyes lit up as he looked at Lü Bu, his voice filled with excitement and surprise.

"I am none other than Lü Bu!"

Although he found the attitude of the city's garrison officer strange, Lü Bu still nodded politely.

"What? You're Lü Bu?"

A sharp-eared student nearby couldn't help but exclaim in surprise, staring wide-eyed at Lü Bu with eyes full of admiration.

Who did he just say?

"The Lü Bu mentioned in the newspaper?"

"Where is he? Where is Lü Bu?"

The student's scream immediately drew the attention of those around him.

"That's Lu Bu? He looks really powerful!"

"Nonsense! He killed more than thirty Xiongnu as soon as he came out of the mountains. Of course he's amazing!"

"Riding alone into the grasslands,

The Jie people built a mound of skulls.

True men of the world

Bingzhou has Fengxian!

Upon seeing Lü Bu, everyone shouted and crowded around him, discussing and craning their necks to look at him. In an instant, the entire city gate was in chaos.

"Uh... what is this...?"

Feeling the eager gazes of those around him, even Lü Bu, who had fought his way through countless enemies, couldn't help but feel somewhat at a loss.

Seeing Lü Bu standing there dumbfounded, the officer guarding the city couldn't help but burst into laughter: "Haha~, General Lü, you don't know yet, do you? You are now a household name in Luoyang!"

"Bu, I really don't know...!"

Lu Bu shook his head awkwardly; he had no idea he would become so famous.

However, faced with the enthusiasm of those around him, Lü Bu couldn't help but feel excited and happy.

"Haha~, it's not too late to know now!"

The officer smiled, then shouted loudly to the crowd that had gathered around:

"Alright, General Lü still needs to enter the city, so please don't crowd around here and delay General Lü's important business!"

"Yes, yes, General Lü, please enter the city!"

Upon hearing the officer's shout, the crowd quickly made way for him.

"Thank you all for your kindness. I'll take my leave now!"

As Lü Bu walked, he repeatedly bowed and thanked the people on both sides.

"General Lü, you're too kind!"

The surrounding people returned the greeting with clasped hands, and many young people looked at Lü Bu with admiration.

Following behind Lü Bu, Yan Jin felt a surge of pride and honor as he watched the man he deeply loved being so welcomed by the people.

Soon, Lü Bu and his entourage passed through the city gate and arrived at a main street in the city that led to the palace.

This street, through the renovation by the Royal Trading Company, has gradually developed into a commercial street.

Looking around, one sees that the entire street is paved with smooth bluestone slabs. On both sides of the street, there are shops such as the Royal Restaurant, the Royal Silk Shop, the Royal Fruit and Vegetable Shop, and the Royal Bookstore, and there is a constant stream of pedestrians coming and going.

The lively scene once again shocked everyone.

As they walked, the group looked around at the shops on both sides.

Wow, it smells so good!

As they passed the Royal Restaurant, Lü Zhen, whom Gao Shun was holding, sniffed, turned her little head to look into the restaurant, and refused to look away.

Looking around, one sees round tables set up in the restaurant's hall, with waiters dressed in palace attire constantly moving around the hall carrying platters of delicacies.

Around each round table sat three to five or six people, some drinking heartily, others feasting, creating a lively atmosphere.

Although it was the first time Lu Bu and his companions had ever seen a restaurant, they knew that it was a place where people had to pay to eat.

"Is Zhen'er hungry?"

Seeing Lü Zhen swallowing hard, Lü Bu couldn't help but laugh and ask.

"Mmm! I'm hungry!"

Lü Zhen nodded happily, then looked into the restaurant, her eyes fixed on the dishes on the round table.

Lü Bu then looked at Gao Shun and said in a consultative tone, "Gongren, it's almost noon now. Why don't we have lunch first before reporting to the inn?"

"That's right, Gongren, it's not too late to go after we eat!"

Several of his companions behind him couldn't help but speak up to persuade him.

"All right!!"

Seeing that everyone agreed, Gao Shun nodded in agreement.

Although Gao Shun is a serious person, he is not rigid. Since he is not currently in the military camp, he will not be subject to too many restrictions.

Let's go!

Upon seeing Gao Shun nod, Lü Zhen cheered first, and then everyone walked towards the restaurant with smiles on their faces.

"Please come in, gentlemen!"

As soon as Lü Bu and his entourage stepped into the restaurant, a waiter responsible for greeting guests immediately came up with a beaming smile.

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