The Song Dynasty was the king for thirteen years before he knew that he was Tianlong.

Chapter 180 Tokyo, Tokyo

Looking at the bustling crowds of people at the city gate, Mu Wanqing said, "Mom, we..."

Qin Hongmian's expression showed a hint of uncontrollable joy: "Wan'er, when you meet your father later, you must not be rude like last time!"

Mu Wanqing's eyes dimmed and she said nothing. Her master became her mother and her archenemy became her father. It was hard for her to accept it at first. She returned to the mountain and meditated in Kufan Temple for a long time before she gradually accepted it.

That day, she waited for Qin Hongmian outside Wanjie Valley, and Duan Zhengchun arrived with his family soldiers. Qin Hongmian said that this was the biggest enemy, more hateful than the woman surnamed Wang in Suzhou, and then she joined forces with Gan Baobao to attack the other party.

Who would have thought that after fighting for a while and a few words, not only did they stop, but the arch enemy turned out to be their father and the master turned out to be their mother. The two of them were so affectionate with each other, not caring about her inner feelings at all.

Mu Wanqing felt that all the words Qin Hongmian had taught her over the years had been overturned by her. It turned out that she was just venting her hatred for her father. She was so affectionate after they met, but it was just that she only had eyes for her father. Because of love turning into hatred, she often talked to her like that, saying that all men in the world are heartless and unrighteous...

My mother is a little selfish, and so is this father. I have been nothing but a burden to both of them from the beginning to the end. I was angry at the time and said a few disrespectful words to this father. Who would have thought that my mother still remembers them and is reminding me now.

It seems that in my mother's heart, I am far inferior to my father, and I am just a burden between the two of them.

When she thought of this, Mu Wanqing's expression beneath her veil became a little sad. She bit her lips lightly, and the figure of Zhao Ti unconsciously appeared in her mind.

Qin Hongmian looked at her in a daze and said, "Wan'er, do you remember what mother just said?"

Mu Wanqing nodded silently, Qin Hongmian smiled with satisfaction, and took the lead to enter the city.

Before leaving Dali last time, she and Duan Zhengchun made an appointment to meet today. Since the existence of her daughter was known to the Emperor Baoding, there was no need for her to be sneaky outside. It was just not convenient for her to enter the Prince of Zhennan's Palace, but it was fine to come to the city.

Along the way, she kept on talking about a lot of things, about rules and the dignity of the Dali royal family. Mu Wanqing felt very upset and for some reason, she actually felt a little uneasy.

It is said that once you enter a noble family, it is like entering a deep sea. This father's family is too high, and she dare not look at him. The King of Zhennan in Dali is high above and holds power. As a member of the royal family, she has a bad background, and those family generals in the palace are arrogant...

Qin Hongmian walked in front with quick steps, seeming a little impatient. After turning several streets and alleys, she arrived at a house in the west city.

This place looks quiet and elegant, with two green trees in front of the door and the fragrance of camellia wafting out of the courtyard.

A man in yellow stood at the door of the house. He looked at the two and said, "Madam and Miss are here? The Prince of Zhennan has been waiting in the house for a long time. Please come in."

Qin Hongmian smiled and nodded: "Thank you for your help, General Chu." This man was Chu Wanli, one of the four great ministers of the Zhennan Palace.

Mu Wanqing felt extremely embarrassed at the moment. She really didn't know what identity she had to enter, but Qin Hongmian's footsteps were brisk in front of her, so she had to lower her head and follow.

When they entered the living room, they saw Duan Zhengchun in casual clothes, with his hands behind his back, as if thinking about something. When he saw the two of them, he couldn't help but show joy: "Hongmian, Wan'er, you are here."

Qin Hongmian said: "Duan Lang, you, you are really punctual..."

Duan Zhengchun smiled and said, "When I thought about meeting you, Hongmian, I couldn't sleep for several nights. My mind was full of memories of our past together. How could I not be punctual? Besides, we have a daughter who I have to worry about."

Qin Hongmian showed a shy girlish look on her face and pulled Mu Wanqing beside her: "Wan'er, why don't you pay your respects to your father?"

After Mu Wanqing bowed somewhat numbly, Duan Zhengchun said, "Wan'er, isn't it sad to wear this veil all the time? This time you'll stay longer, and I'll find you a good family to marry into, so you don't have to wear this anymore."

Mu Wanqing couldn't help but take a step back after hearing this, blurting out: "I, I don't want to..."

"Wan'er, what are you talking about?" Qin Hongmian said unhappily, "Your father is doing this for your own good, why don't you thank him quickly?"

Mu Wanqing glanced at Qin Hongmian, then at Duan Zhengchun: "Mother, didn't you say that there is no good man in the world? I don't want to get married, and I don't want to take off my veil..."

"You, Wan'er you..." Qin Hongmian's face changed when she heard this, and she raised her arms angrily: "Wan'er, what nonsense are you talking about?"

"Alas..." Duan Zhengchun moved to block the way and frowned, "Hongmian, what are you doing? My daughter is just young and ignorant. Besides, weren't you the one who taught her all this?"

Qin Hongmian said: "I, I was just saying it in anger..."

Duan Zhengchun shook his head: "Today is a happy day, and we should not quarrel over trivial matters. I have made a lot of preparations to meet you and your daughter. I will have a feast later. All of them will be your favorite food, Hongmian. I think your daughter will like it too."

Qin Hongmian heard this and said, "Duan Lang, do you still remember my favorite food?"

"Of course I remember. Even when I was at home on weekdays, I often asked people to cook for me. How could I forget the pleasant time I had with you, Hongmian?" Duan Zhengchun said with a smile, looking at Mu Wanqing who was in a daze: "Wan'er, sit down quickly, don't stand anymore."

Mu Wanqing responded, and the three of them sat on the chairs. Then someone brought them tea.

After chatting for a while, the banquet began. During the meal, Mu Wanqing said nothing. She only listened to her father recalling the past and talking about how wonderful the future would be. He asked them to settle down in the city. Qin Hongmian smiled happily as she listened.

Then at night, Mu Wanqing couldn't fall asleep in her room. She got up and walked to the window, looking at the full moon in the night sky. Suddenly she remembered something. She wanted to go to Song State to get a horse, but she didn't know where Zhao Ti lived in Tokyo.

We said goodbye in a hurry in the city. The other party only told me to go to Tokyo, but did not tell me the specific address.

I only know his name. It seems that his family has some money from business and he doesn't care about losing his weapons when he goes out. It seems that some of his followers got lost at the foot of Wuliang Mountain. His family is quite big, but I don't know anything else about him.

She looked thoughtful, but since she knew the name and what the family did, she thought she could find out by going to Tokyo.

Mu Wanqing thought for a long time by the window before going back to bed, tossing and turning until she fell into a drowsy sleep at dawn.

In a blink of an eye, they had been in Dali City for three days. At dinner that evening, Mu Wanqing looked at Qin Hongmian and said, "Mother, I want to go to Song State to get the black rose."

Qin Hongmian wondered, "Wan'er, you said you lent the horse to a friend. Could it be that he is from the State of Song?"

Mu Wanqing nodded: "I am from Dongjing, Song State. I am going to Dongjing to get a horse..."

Qin Hongmian frowned and said, "Tokyo is so far away, it's only a horse ride away. I think we should not go. What if something happens on the way? What will I do?"

Duan Zhengchun also said, "Wan'er, it's just a horse. Father will ask someone to send a few more tomorrow. You can choose whatever you want. It's fine if you want any."

Mu Wanqing said, "Mother, when I went to Suzhou to kill the woman surnamed Wang, we got separated and were chased by the other party all the way. I returned to Dali alone. What is there to worry about? This time, I am only taking the horse, and there is no danger of fighting with anyone."

Qin Hongmian said with an unpleasant expression, "How can they be the same? Tokyo is farther away than Suzhou. Moreover, Tokyo is the capital of Song State. There must be many rules and regulations, and the inspections are extremely strict. It is far from comparable to Suzhou."

Mu Wanqing lowered her head and said, "I miss Black Rose. I don't want anything else but to go get Black Rose back."

Qin Hongmian frowned and looked at Duan Zhengchun. Duan Zhengchun motioned her not to speak and said, "Wan'er, have you decided to go to Tokyo?"

Mu Wanqing said: "I have to go there. I miss Black Rose, and I will be sad if I don't take her back."

Duan Zhengchun said: "Wait for a while..."

Mu Wanqing glanced at him and said, "I want to go now. I can't wait any longer."

Duan Zhengchun smiled and said, "Then I'll ask a few people to go with you, and they can also protect your safety."

Mu Wanqing showed a panicked look and shook her head hurriedly: "I don't want anyone to be with me, I can be alone. I have martial arts skills and sharp hidden weapons like sleeve arrows, nothing will happen."

Duan Zhengchun looked at her slightly flustered eyes, thought for a moment, and said, "Wan'er, how old is your friend, and what does he do in Tokyo?"

Mu Wanqing said: "He, he is about the same age as me, and his family seems to be in business."

"I think he's doing business?" Duan Zhengchun shook his head. "Will you be able to find him if you go to Tokyo?"

Mu Wanqing said, "Although I don't know his address, his family's business should be... quite big. I know his name, so I can always find out by asking."

"It turns out that you don't even know the detailed address." Duan Zhengchun sighed and looked at Qin Hongmian with a worried look.

"Wan'er, you are being a little reckless. Are you close to that person? You gave your mount to him, but you still went far away to look for him. Aren't you afraid that he will lie to you and say that he doesn't live in Tokyo at all, but somewhere else? Or that he won't return the horse even if you go there, and is trying to avoid you?"

Mu Wanqing shook her head desperately after hearing this: "No, even though he and I were together for a short time, he didn't run away alone when he encountered a powerful enemy. He saved me and defeated and killed several enemies. We have a deep friendship!"

"A powerful enemy?" Duan Zhengchun said disapprovingly, "What kind of powerful enemy?"

Mu Wanqing said, "It was the four evil men. I thought I could not escape and wanted to commit suicide, but he stopped me and killed Ye Erniang and Yun Zhonghe. He also defeated Duan Yanqing and the South China Sea Crocodile God!"

"Oh?" Duan Zhengchun was shocked when he heard this, and asked hurriedly: "Wan'er, is what you said true?"

Qin Hongmian was also stunned and asked, "Wan'er, why didn't you tell me about this?"

Mu Wanqing said, "Of course what I said is true. Many people saw it at the time, and you didn't ask me, mother. I said that Black Rose was lent out, but you were just busy talking to father, so why did I bring it up..."

Duan Zhengchun asked, "How could his martial arts be so advanced? What martial arts did he use? Wan'er, are you sure he is about the same age as you?"

Mu Wanqing nodded and said, "He is indeed about the same age as me, or maybe a year and a half younger than me, but not much older than me. He only uses a sword, and I don't recognize what kind of sword technique it is."

Duan Zhengchun couldn't help but ponder for a while after hearing this, and then said: "With my skills, I can't defeat Duan Yanqing, the leader of the four evil men. Your friend is so powerful in martial arts, I'm afraid he has a great background, and it's not just an ordinary businessman..."

Mu Wanqing said: "I have to go to Tokyo once no matter what. Tomorrow, I will leave tomorrow..."

Duan Zhengchun and Qin Hongmian were silent for a long time. Duan Zhengchun said, "If you were just a child of Jianghu, no one would say anything if you wanted to go to Tokyo to retrieve your mount. They would just give you some instructions. But you are my daughter now, how can I rest assured?"

Mu Wanqing said, "Why should I worry? I can just stay out of the martial arts world, change my clothes, and only go to Tokyo. I don't think there will be any danger."

Duan Zhengchun smiled bitterly: "This danger may not necessarily refer to the danger of swords and knives..."

"What else could it be?" Mu Wanqing asked in confusion. Duan Zhengchun's mouth twitched and he looked at Qin Hongmian. Qin Hongmian seemed to have thought of something, snorted, and didn't look at him.

Duan Zhengchun laughed awkwardly, then said seriously: "Wan'er, have you really decided to go to Tokyo? Do you not need me to send someone to follow you and protect you?"

Mu Wanqing nodded vigorously and said firmly: "I don't like people following me. I will get rid of them even if they are sent."

Duan Zhengchun said, "You don't know the address of your friend, but you just want to ask around and look for him. You think this is too simple. Song's Dongjing City is huge, not like Dali City, with a population of more than one million. You can find him just by asking around."

Mu Wanqing was stunned when she heard this, and was shocked. Although she knew that the capital of Song State was very big, she had never thought that there were so many people. If this was the case, it would be difficult to find.

Qin Hongmian said at this time: "Duan Lang, what do you think we should do? Tokyo is so big, and Wan'er is alone..."

Duan Zhengchun pondered and said, "I know an important person in the capital of Song. Perhaps I can ask him for help."

Qin Hongmian hurriedly asked, "Duan Lang, which important person are you talking about who can help with this?"

Duan Zhengchun reached out and gently stroked his beard, smiling slightly: "I know this person, he is a very remarkable person, His Royal Highness the Prince of Yan of the Song Dynasty."

"The Prince of Yan of the Song Dynasty?" Qin Hongmian asked in surprise, "Is he such an important figure? He can certainly help with this matter, but I wonder if His Highness is willing to..."

Duan Zhengchun thought, "If it were someone else's business, even if I asked him personally, even if it was my brother, he might not agree. But Wan'er is different. Wan'er is my biological daughter. If I beg him, he should give me some face."

Qin Hongmian said: "That's good, that's good, I didn't expect that Duan Lang actually recognized such a person..."

"I will write a personal letter to His Royal Highness Prince Yan later, telling him about this matter. Yan Wan'er is my own daughter, and I beg Your Highness to help me and ask Wan'er to take the letter to Tokyo to pay a visit." Duan Zhengchun said with a smile.

"That's great." Qin Hongmian nodded, then looked at Mu Wanqing: "Wan'er, remember, after arriving in Tokyo, you must immediately visit the Prince of Yan, present your father's letter to His Highness, and ask for his help."

Duan Zhengchun said, "It's only right that this should happen. His Royal Highness the Prince of Yan might help me out a bit in response to my plea. Then I won't have to worry about Wan'er's safety."

Qin Hongmian nodded in agreement upon hearing this, feeling relieved, and looked at Duan Zhengchun with admiration.

"Prince of Yan?" Mu Wanqing was stunned: "The prince of the Song Dynasty, I, I..."

She felt a little scared when she heard this. The royal family of the small country of Dali had so many rules that it was daunting. The prince of the Song Dynasty might have even more rules, which were so high and difficult to approach.

Duan Zhengchun said: "Wan'er, remember, don't lose the letter when the time comes."

Mu Wanqing hesitated and said, "I, I don't need it. I can find it myself..."

Qin Hongmian said with a slightly gloomy face: "Wan'er, your father has risked his dignity to ask for help, you must not be willful and let his efforts go to waste."

Duan Zhengchun sighed and said, "That's right. If she wasn't my biological daughter, I wouldn't have been willing to write to her and ask for a favor. You have to know that in this world, favors will eventually run out."

Mu Wanqing had no choice but to nod her head upon hearing this, but in her heart she was thinking that it would be better for her not to get close to such a noble royal family. She was just a girl from the mountains and rivers, and if she said something wrong and made the other party unhappy, not only would she be scolded with a cold face, but it would also bring trouble to her father. So she just kept the letter and didn't go to their house.

After finishing the meal, Qin Hongmian spread out paper and ground ink. Duan Zhengchun thought for a few breaths and began to write the letter. It took him nearly an hour to write four or five pages of letter paper, which he then blew dry and put into the envelope.

Then he added, "It's not good to go empty-handed. I'll prepare a few gifts that are easy to carry. Wan'er will give them to you when she arrives in the capital. You must say something pleasing and not act on impulse."

Mu Wanqing lowered her head and said, "I understand..."

Early the next morning, she put the letter in her pocket, picked up the gifts, rode a chestnut horse, and headed north out of Dali.

She had been to Jiangnan with Qin Hongmian once and knew some of the routes, but Jiangnan was in the east and Kaifeng was in the north. Halfway through the journey, they forked the road and ended up on the Jiangnan West Road, so they had to turn north and go through Tianfang to reach the capital.

Then I continued to ask around and arrived at Tokyo City. I saw a majestic city with almost no end in sight on both sides. It was several times taller and more majestic than Dali City, and the flow of people at the city gate was as numerous as the tide.

Mu Wanqing was a little confused. She had originally thought that she could find Zhao Ti by going into the city and asking around, but looking at the situation before her, it seemed that this would not be easy.

After entering the city, she saw that everywhere was prosperous, with shops lining every corner, countless buildings, and the streets were full of people from all walks of life. She stood on the side of the road, not knowing where to start.

But he was reluctant to use the letter, so he gritted his teeth, found an inn to settle down, and began to search aimlessly.

She thought that since Zhao Ti's family was in business, she started by asking around at those shops. As a result, after asking around in many shops, no one knew Zhao Ti and they even asked her what kind of business they were doing.

Mu Wanqing had no idea what business Zhao Ti was doing, so she could only leave reluctantly and go somewhere else to continue asking.

Half a month passed, the weather in Tokyo started to get hotter, and it officially entered summer.

That day, Mu Wanqing stood on the Zhou Bridge, holding the railing with both hands in a daze. She never thought it would be so difficult. Looking at the water of the Bian River flowing east and west under the bridge, and people coming and going on both sides of the bridge, she thought to herself, should she really go to the Prince of Yan's Mansion to beg for help?

But she was unwilling to give up. She searched for a few days but still had no results. She felt hopeless. After thinking it over, she decided to ask for help from the palace...

The next day, she packed her things and asked the innkeeper for the address of Prince Yan's Mansion. She found it right away and went out directly to find it.

After a while, we arrived at a street in East City. We found that this place was very spacious and quiet, not as noisy and lively as other places. When we entered here, we walked more carefully unconsciously.

There was only one house on this street, and the courtyard wall was so long that it seemed as if the end was nowhere in sight. She pulled to the side and walked forward carefully, just then a carriage came rushing up from behind.

The carriage slowed down when it saw someone, and after passing her, it stopped at the gate in front of the mansion, and then two girls got out of the carriage.

Mu Wanqing saw that one of them was wearing a crimson palace dress and holding a rare transparent vase in her arms. She had a beautiful face. The other one was also pretty and charming with a lovely smile.

She couldn't help but stop and wait until the two women entered the mansion before she walked over.

The gate of the mansion is tall and wide, with steps in front. On both sides of the gate stand soldiers in armor and holding guns, with expressionless faces and awe-inspiring looks. There are also several guards in blue standing by the door, whispering something.

Mu Wanqing looked up at the golden plaque hanging high above the wide red door. The three large characters "Yanwang Mansion" were written in strong and powerful strokes, shining brightly in the sun, as if demonstrating an extremely respected status and great power, showing the dignity and majesty of this place, which was awe-inspiring.

Seeing this, she couldn't help but feel her steps become heavy. She struggled in her heart and wanted to turn back, but she knew that if she turned around, she might never find Zhao Ti again. Her heart ached and she almost cried.

She hesitated for a long time but didn't come closer. A servant shouted to her, "Young lady, you have been lingering in front of Prince Yan's mansion for a long time. What's the matter?"

Mu Wanqing gritted her teeth after hearing this and said, "Excuse me, I, I want to find His Royal Highness Prince Yan."

The palace guard was stunned when he heard this and looked at her for a moment: "This lady is looking for His Highness?"

Mu Wanqing said, "I am looking for the Prince of Yan. I have a letter. My father asked me to come. My father is familiar with the Prince of Yan."

The servant frowned and said, "My lady, we can't just report everyone who comes to see His Highness. At least you have to tell us who your father is, what his official position is, and where he lives."

Mu Wanqing hesitated when she heard this. Duan Zhengchun had told her that it would be best not to reveal her origins directly and not to hand the letter to an ordinary person. She could find a guard named Zhou and give the letter to him.

The servant looked at her and said, "If the young lady has any unspeakable secrets, we cannot report them to you, and it is not appropriate for the young lady to stay here for a long time."

Mu Wanqing asked, "Excuse me, is Guard Zhou here?"

The servant thought for a moment and said, "Young lady, you are talking about General Zhou, right? He is not in the mansion at the moment, but is working at the military headquarters."

Mu Wanqing felt a little confused when she heard that. At this time, Bai Zhan walked out of the door. He was originally going to the Golden Wind and Rain Tower. He looked at the situation ahead and asked. After the servant described it, he looked at Mu Wanqing and said, "Miss, are you looking for General Zhou?"

Mu Wanqing nodded: "I was originally looking for Prince Yan with a letter from my father, and it would be best if General Zhou delivered it."

Bai Zhan carefully distinguished her accent and said with a smile: "Miss, are you from Dali?"

Mu Wanqing was startled, knowing that her voice had revealed her identity. Just as she was about to cover it up, she heard Bai Zhan say, "It's okay to give the letter to me. I'll deliver it directly to His Highness. You don't have to worry about anything, young lady."

Mu Wanqing asked cautiously, "Will General Zhou not be back for a while?"

Bai Zhan shook his head: "I am busy with official business and may not come back today. Just give me the letter. I have dealt with many people in Dali before, and I know which one of Dali His Highness recognizes."

Mu Wanqing thought for a few more breaths after hearing this, then took out the letter, handed it to Bai Zhan, and whispered, "Thank you for troubling this general."

Bai Zhan smiled and nodded, then went back to the house and headed straight for the study.

Zhao Ti was reading a book in his room. He was reading a book called Night Pearl Curtain Talk. Bai Zhan knocked on the door and entered, saying, "Your Majesty, there is a girl outside the mansion who wants to see you. She is from Dali and said that her father knows you. She has a letter to present. I brought it here."

Zhao Ti was stunned for a moment: "What kind of girl?"

After describing it, Bai Zhan said, "But her face is covered with a veil, so I can't see her features."

Zhao Ti narrowed his eyes slightly and said, "Show me the letter."

After Bai Zhan handed over the letter, Zhao Ti opened it and read it. He couldn't help but smile, then stood up and walked outside, saying as he walked, "Go and invite that girl in."

Bai Zhan said yes and followed behind.

Zhao Ti left the study and headed straight for the front hall. Passing by the stable not far away, he walked over and patted Black Rose on the head, sighing, "Oh no, your former master is here, and he must want you back this time. I will never agree to that."

The eyes like black rose gems glanced at him, then reached out to rub his arm. Zhao Ti stroked it twice and continued to walk towards the front hall.

(End of this chapter)