Luoyang.
This capital of the Han Dynasty, the center of the world, right under the emperor's nose, even its city gates are more bustling than other places.
There were caravans laden with goods in front of the city gate, as well as luxurious carriages carrying unknown people. Among the crowds were officials, commoners, students, and wandering knights, coming and going in an endless stream.
Looking at the majestic city wall ahead, Lü Bu and his entourage stopped and gazed up at the two characters "Luoyang" above the city gate, their eyes filled with awe and longing.
Wow~, Iron-Faced Brother, there are so many people!
When Lü Zhen woke up from her nap nestled in Gao Shun's arms, she couldn't help but cry out in surprise. She blinked her bright eyes and looked at the lively scene in front of her, her face full of excitement.
Gao Shun's lips twitched slightly at Lü Zhen's address. He glanced down at Lü Zhen, who was looking around, and said nothing.
On horseback, Yan Jin, held in Lü Bu's arms, also curiously observed everything before him.
"This is an official matter for the Sili government; those in front, please make way!"
Just then, a shout came from behind, and the people on the road scattered to the sides.
Lu Bu and the others couldn't help but turn their heads to look.
A dozen or so bailiffs dressed in black robes were seen escorting a dozen or so officials toward the city gate.
These officials were dressed in shackles and had their feet in chains; they looked dejected.
"Huh? Where did they arrest these corrupt officials again?"
"I heard he was captured from Hongnong. Apparently, he embezzled the subsidies that the imperial court gave to farmers for paying taxes!"
"This is going to be a good show. It looks like there will be a few more heads hanging outside the palace tomorrow!"
"Hmph, it would be better to kill them all!"
The surrounding people pointed and whispered about the arrested officials, their faces showing a mixture of resentment and satisfaction.
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