Li Yu and Lu Fan encountered no further obstacles on the road ahead and progressed very smoothly.
As the two approached Tiancheng, they noticed that their surroundings were gradually changing.
Fine raindrops fell like silver threads.
Washed by the heavy rain, two faint, cold, metallic lines gleamed in the distance.
“It’s a railway track!” Li Yu clearly remembered that the last time he saw this thing was outside Qingcheng where Lu Fan was.
However, the rails back then were crooked and twisted, but now the rails in front of us are straight and stretch all the way to the end of the rain and mist on the horizon.
"Looks like we're almost there."
Lu Fan squatted down and ran his fingers over the rails, which were almost free of rust.
The sturdy feel made Lu Fan raise an eyebrow slightly; he hadn't seen such well-preserved railway tracks in a long time.
"These tracks are maintained by dedicated personnel every day to keep them in such good condition."
"Tiancheng is a major hub city in Zhongzhou, and its infrastructure is much better than that of other cities."
Although Lu Fan said that, the brand-new track still surprised him greatly, which also showed how much Tiancheng valued its transportation hub.
As Lu Fan was speaking, the railway track beneath his feet suddenly began to vibrate slightly.
Li Yu had already turned her head to look into the distance, where the end of the railway tracks gleamed coldly in the rain.
A distant whistle blared, startling a flock of mutated rain crows.
Immediately afterwards, a green steam locomotive slowly emerged from the rain and mist, heading along the tracks.
Soon, the train roared past the two of them, the wind it created lifting the hem of Li Yu's clothes.
Little Black was startled by the sudden appearance of this enormous creature. Its eyes widened like copper bells, and its ears twitched constantly. It couldn't believe that this huge iron lump could run so fast, and its eyes were full of curiosity.
Li Yu looked up and saw that the train carriages were filled with huge cargo boxes, which were printed with the green flag of the Central Plains government.
Between every few carriages stood an Awakened from the Thunder Bureau, watching Li Yu and Lu Fan warily by the tracks.
As the train departed, the two continued along the tracks.
On the once barren land, more neat railway tracks and a wide highway gradually appeared.
Xiao Hei was a little unaccustomed to the road at first, but as he went on, the road ahead became wider and flatter.
At this time, various means of transportation also increased, and strangely shaped cars kept passing by the two of them, occasionally casting strange glances at them.
Even Lu Fan couldn't help but marvel at the bustling scene before him, with its heavy traffic.
"So many cars, I've never seen such a lively scene in Qingcheng."
Li Yu nodded silently. It was also the first time he had witnessed such a bustling traffic scene, as if he had entered another world.
Li Yu looked into the distance, where the outline of Tiancheng could be faintly seen.
The tall buildings stand out in the rain and mist, creating a stark contrast with the surrounding barren land.
One of the tall buildings is particularly eye-catching; it pierces the clouds as if it wants to break through the sky, showcasing the prosperity and power of Tiancheng.
Li Yu gazed at the illusory silhouettes of tall buildings, her eyes filled with curiosity, and couldn't help but ask Lu Fan:
"How exactly were those skyscrapers built?"
Ever since entering Zhongzhou territory, he had had this question in his mind.
It seemed that every city we passed through had similar high-rise buildings standing tall.
It's important to understand that even in Zhongzhou, resources are scarce, and many refugees can't even afford algae sticks. Building such a high-rise building is no easy feat, and there must be a special reason behind it.
Lu Fan smiled upon hearing this and patiently explained, "He's an architect."
“Architect?” Li Yu frowned, looking completely bewildered; he had never heard of the word before.
In his mind, this unfamiliar concept seemed to have never been encountered before.
Lu Fan thought for a moment and then explained it in a more accessible and understandable way:
"It can be considered a special kind of superpower. All the high-rise buildings in the cities of Zhongzhou were built by the official architectural team dispatched by Zhongzhou."
Lu Fan paused here, then added, "Including Qingcheng."
Although Qingcheng later almost broke away from the control of Zhongzhou, Zhongzhou did not intend to interfere too much with the subordinate cities outside the Great Wall.
But in the end, Qingcheng was once part of Zhongzhou and also benefited from the architects' supernatural abilities in building it.
Lu Fan continued:
"They are officially recognized construction-type awakened individuals in Central Continent, capable of manipulating heavy objects and rapidly recombining materials."
"Architects can also cooperate with each other through supernatural abilities to create complex building structures in one go, which is also the key to the rapid development of architecture in Zhongzhou City."
"Moreover, all abilities related to architects will be directly recruited and protected by the government. Compared to other awakened individuals, they are highly favored."
"So that's how it is." Li Yu suddenly realized, and the doubts in her heart were finally resolved.
No wonder every city in Zhongzhou is filled with skyscrapers, as if they are out of place in this world.
It turns out that this is because of the existence of the superpower that allows for the rapid construction of skyscrapers.
Further ahead, the details of Tiancheng gradually come into view.
The buildings are closely connected, forming a magnificent architectural complex.
These pavilions are arranged in a staggered and orderly manner, with flying eaves and brackets, showing their elegant beauty.
"This is huge!" Li Yu exclaimed, her eyes filled with awe.
Not only was Li Yu stunned, but Lu Fan's eyes were also opened.
The unified architectural style and exquisite design of Tiancheng make it a pinnacle of architectural art in Central China.
The two arrived at the city gate of Tiancheng and saw a row of law enforcement officers in familiar uniforms checking everyone entering the city.
As soon as Li Yu and Lu Fan approached, a law enforcement officer stepped forward and stopped them, saying with a professional smile:
"Welcome to Tiancheng. Please show your identification cards."
Although he could sense that Li Yu and Lu Fan were definitely powerful Awakened Ones, they were still unfamiliar faces, so he still had to go through the testing process.
Li Yu and Lu Fan exchanged a glance and then handed over their ID cards.
The law enforcement officer took the ID card, swiped it to confirm its authenticity, and nodded in acknowledgment.
"You may enter."
As the two entered the city gate, their view suddenly opened up, and the scene before them once again shocked them.
The drizzle was heavy with sorrow, and pedestrians strolled leisurely along the bluestone path of Tiancheng Square, holding oilcloth umbrellas.
Rainwater trickles down the dark tiles and upturned eaves, creating a natural ink painting.
The surrounding vehicles passing by in the rain created a strange sense of harmony, as if everything was just right.
Not far away, a tall tower stands in the center of the square, exuding an imposing presence.
Li Yu and Lu Fan walked to the foot of the tower and saw an inscription on a stone tablet in front of it, which read:
"Eight corners and seven levels, the tower can protect the country."
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