After a year under house arrest at the Eastern Palace, Si Mei's freedom day finally came. She and Ling Tian went out to walk around to see how the outside changed; he didn't come out since he woke up. Curiosity arose. Both prepared for the trip to explore the people outside the city.
“Ling Tian, Si Mei… where are you two going?” – Ling Guang comes here every day after the court meeting; from afar, he sees the silhouettes of two dragons rummaging through high-class leather bags used only by the royal family and the furniture is randomly thrown inside. to the extent that he thought they both wanted to move the entire Eastern Palace with them.
"Father, I want to go out." – Ling Tian put things in his pocket with one hand, answered casually, and struggled to arrange.
"Go out? Where to go? You left without asking my permission?"
“Your Majesty, I have been under house arrest for a year; this time, you have to let us out to relax.” – Si Mei finished packing up the terrible big bag, put it on her back, and quickly replied.
Ling Guang didn't know what to say anymore; he could only sigh in frustration and then waved his hand to order both of them to quickly leave here, detained for a year, he was not qualified to force them to stay in the house anymore.
Unable to delay any longer, running out of the main door of the East Palace, Ling Tian looked around in surprise and said, "oh,” this was the first time he had left the house, and he went out to explore on his own, as for the part. Si Mei, it's been a long time since she had the opportunity to roam around in the dragon world. Outside the majestic East Palace is a crowded residential area; along the roadside are impressively decorated stalls. The sun has just risen; it is also the time when people here start a new working day, children rush to the street, play folk games, and adults display goods and the smell of delicious food from households. Food business spread in the air.
Today, Si Mei's mood is perfect; she plays the role of a guide and introduces Ling Tian as she walks; Ling Tian is very interested; he stops by everywhere to look and buys some things to bring. His sense of smell was sharper than that of a typical dragon; quickly smelling the scent of grilled meat from afar, he immediately went to find the source.
“This is… what is it? Smells good. I want to try.” – With his current strength, he was far ahead of Si Mei, alone went to the barbecue shop at the top of the street, looked at the skewers of meat being processed on the red charcoal stove, but couldn't help but try a skewer.
“Where did this boy come from? I've been selling here for a long time but haven't seen you; my shop is famous in the East, so if you come from another country, you shouldn't miss my shop. Ha ha. I can eat as much as you want.” - The shop owner smiled and said, choosing hot skewers of meat and putting them on a popular paper plate and giving it to him.
Si Mei had just caught up and was shocked to see his "trophy" on the table, the amount of grilled meat he had to eat; not knowing how to count it, the shop owner laughed happily; only one customer a day was needed. If he had a healthy diet like Ling Tian, he would have quickly developed his fortune. Seeing Si Mei walking towards her, stretching her entire stomach, Ling Tian stood up:
“Sister, do you want to try? Barbecue… delicious.”
“Uh.. er.. try. Ling Tian, if you eat like this, the East Palace will soon be poor."
Bringing to the table of these two special guests the last skewers of the shop, he was closed early today, showing a happy appearance.
“Miss, please. If you want to eat more, come again tomorrow, our shop today... the crown prince... the princess... The lower god has blind eyes and does not know the presence of the crown princess... - The shop owner knelt in fear. The land reverently performed the ceremony to attract people, but everyone was afraid to show a welcoming posture.
Si Mei was startled to realize that she was in a hurry just now; she forgot to bring a face mask, sighed, and ordered everyone to stand up, there was no longer the bustling atmosphere earlier, and the whole street was silent; Ling Tian blinked. Confused eyes, stammering asked:
“Sister, they… what's wrong? Are we… scary… that scary?”
“Haiz… You look at your identity. Fortunately, they don't recognize you; if they take the title of the second prince out, they're lucky they haven't run yet; it’s good to be of service to you. Next time you go out, remember to dress up a little differently."
Ling Tian nodded; the atmosphere was no longer like before; feeling a bit bored; urging Si Mei and him to explore another place. After paying, the two strolled to a small stall selling jewelry and cosmetics; of course, Ling Tian was not interested in this place, but Si Mei insisted on making him wait.
"Prince consort, I recommend you to use this product for hair care and tail hair; it’s the best-selling product in this shop."
Si Mei was fooled by the advertisement, believing that she agreed to buy products that did not know if they worked like this rumor. On one side, Ling Tian stood leaning against the pole, wagging his long, shiny black tail with a silver-colored feather on the top as he watched Si Mei being lured into buying those liquids.
The woman consulting for Si Mei glanced at Ling Tian, who was bored waiting, feeling that it was useless to advise him because he was already beautiful. Finally, Si Mei finished, couldn't wait any longer, but grabbed her hand and pulled her out; suddenly being dragged away, she knew that Ling Tian waited patiently, trying to explain:
“These things women like, if you have any interest in them, give them this or go with them—”
"It doesn't work."
“Why do you say that? It has the effect of beautifying that woman, but also beautifying the tail hair; you should also - ” – Looking up at the other side's tail, Si Mei thought, I should not advertise this product; what should I do? Every woman needs; he has it all, including skin, hair shine, and tail feathers.
Si Mei blushed and walked away, leaving Ling Tian confused; he looked at his tail, then shook his head and hurriedly chased after her. Suddenly, his body stopped; Si Mei was surprised not to see her brother chasing her anymore; she turned and asked:
"What's wrong, Ling Tian? Are you alright?"
"Sister. Someone is coming.”
“So this is a place of business; it’s normal for people to come. How are you? The face is too serious.”
“It was a group of people, very crowded; the footsteps were rhythmic, it seemed to be the army. Sister, wait for me; I’ll go check it out."
Before speaking, Ling Tian jumped into the air, flew to where the sound was coming from, and stopped at a tall stone building in the city looking down. Below is a group of relatives wearing neat armor, holding weapons, led by three people riding horned horses. It is estimated that these three people have minor status; wherever this group goes, they split up to make way there, heading to the East Palace. Ling Tian was outside for the first time; there were too many surprises for him, and he was curious to follow them.
The leader suddenly ordered to stop, the stomping of the troops sounded, the sound of weapons hitting the ground, glanced around, the man felt around himself someone was watching, shout:
"Who is hiding? Hurry up and come to the king, don't blame the king for being indifferent."
Ling Tian hid behind a pillar in the building, thinking:
“King? Is he a king? One of the four kings of the dragon world? Huh, brazenly leading the troops here, it doesn't look like anyone."
There was no reply; the group leader sent out his spiritual power to scan the surroundings. Ling Tian's location was easily revealed, and the soldiers quickly approached him, escorting him.