He felt like he was in a dream.
However, at that moment, the eldest disciple of the Inner Pavilion, Tiger Bi, shouted in surprise from outside the hall, "Sect Master, Eldest Senior Brother has returned. The officials have gathered at the Divine Yang Sect and are preparing to welcome Eldest Senior Brother into the palace!"
Thump.
Chen Canghe was so excited that he stood up straight. His eyes were filled with surprise. "Hao 'er really came back. Then, did Wanqin also come to the Divine Yang Sect? In the blink of an eye, three years have passed. Daughter, father has finally waited for you to come home …"
He did not know that Chen Wanqin was imprisoned by the Starry Moon Academy. He also did not know that his precious daughter was forced to marry someone else.
When Qin Hao returned last time, he hid this matter.
Even if he knew, what could Chen Canghe do?
Therefore, he was eager to meet Chen Wanqin again!
… …
In the majestic inner courtyard of the palace.
Emperor Qin Shilong's palace.
"Grandfather, big brother is back!"
Wearing a luxurious golden python gown, Qin Yu rushed into the room as if he was on fire.
Qin Shilong was sitting in the room, eating fruits and talking to his two sons. Hearing this, the orange in his hand fell to the ground.
"What?
Hao 'er is back? "
Qin Hantian excitedly grabbed Qin Yu's arms. Beside him, Qin Laosan stood up.
"Yes!"
Qin Yu nodded, "It's true. The elders of the Jian family have sent a message to all the officials to welcome my big brother into the palace. Father, you and third uncle should quickly get ready."
"Come, bring me my dragon robe!"
Qin Shilong was the first to react. He hurriedly ran out of the palace.
"Father, don't be so excited. You are the old emperor. You need to sit in the palace and wait for Hao 'er to enter!"
Qin Laosan pulled Qin Shilong back.
Qin Shilong's body stiffened. His face showed a trace of helplessness. He nodded silently.
He missed his grandson too much.
But today was different. He was no longer the leader of the small town.
As the emperor of the empire, he had to act like one. All the formalities had to be followed. Otherwise, he would become a joke to the people.
"I don't have to go out, but all of the children and servants of the Qin family must go to the palace gates to receive Hao 'er. Go, go quickly …. Also, don't forget to notify the in-laws!"
Qin Shilong shouted majestically and impatiently pushed Qin Laosi and Qin Laosan a few times.
The two of them looked at each other and smiled. Soon after, they rushed straight toward the King Pingyang's Mansion with Qin Yu.
King Pingyang's residence was Qin Hao's maternal family, the Tang family.
In fact, there was no need for them to inform the Tang family. The Tang family was already panicking.
"Men, take my royal robes and order everyone in the Tang Clan to receive my grandson at the palace gates!"
The former Great Elder of the Tang Mansion, Tang Yu, who was also Qin Hao's grandfather, roared like Qin Shilong. The Tang Mansion immediately became anxious.
…
Jin Ling City.
Qin Hao and the group of elders landed on the ground. They stood in front of the city and looked up at the mighty city wall.
The walls of the Imperial City were thirty feet high, and the formation of the City Defense Army on it was mighty and majestic.
The main gate was carved with a dragon's head, and the main gate in the middle was like a dragon's mouth. It was both majestic and majestic.
At this moment, the main gate was tightly closed.
On the left and right sides of the main gate, there were four small gates.
The two middle gates were also closed.
Only the two small gates at the very edge were open.
The two small gates at the very edge were for the common people to enter and exit.
The two large gates were for the ministers' carriages to enter and exit.
The left gate was for the royal family and nobles to enter and exit.
However, the main gate in the middle was the most majestic and domineering one. Only the emperor could enter.
According to one's status, one had to pay attention to how to enter the city.
"Open the main gate!"
Following the Great Elder's order.
"Creak!"
With the push of ten strong men, the main gate of the Imperial City, which only the emperor could enter, slowly opened with a heavy sound.
These ten strongmen were all two and a half meters tall. They were all muscular, and their cultivation bases were all at the Heavenly Saint level.
Seeing this, Qin Hao rubbed his nose and smiled.
He entered the city with the etiquette of an emperor.
However, the main gate could not be opened casually.
The main gate of the Imperial City would only be opened once during a grand festival or when the emperor returned triumphantly from an expedition.
Qin Hao had experienced this in his previous life.
"Sound the horn!"
The Great Elder waved his hand.
"Woo woo woo …"
On the city wall!
A total of one hundred soldiers stood in a fifty-degree formation. They raised the horn in their hands and blew it with all their might.
The horn sounded in a low and deep voice.
Along with this, a group of cavalrymen covered in golden armor with a red feather on their helmets slowly rode out from the city. They formed two rows and stood in front of the city gate with their heads held high and chests puffed out.
"Welcome back to the palace, Your Highness!"
The cavalrymen shouted in unison.
This group of cavalrymen was Daqin's honor guard.
In terms of cultivation, they were very weak. Many of them were not even martial artists. They were just ordinary people.
However, all of them had handsome faces and excellent temperaments. Their appearances were quite good, especially their well-proportioned muscles. After wearing the golden armor, all of them looked like heavenly soldiers. They also had the appearance of a proud rooster, and the seemingly charming smile at the corners of their mouths could simply hook the souls of young girls.
Qin Hao knew that although this honor guard did not have strong combat abilities, they had undergone special and rigorous training. They represented the face of Daqin.
"Very good!"
Qin Hao replied calmly. It was a compliment to this group of young cavalrymen.
He would not look down on this group of people just because they were flower vases.
On the contrary, these young cavalrymen worked very hard. They were training almost all the time. They were required to be one with the horse. They also had to take care of themselves. They took care of their skin carefully like women. Appearance was very important to them. Therefore, it was not easy for them.
After that, Qin Hao walked steadily. He walked in the middle of the honor guard and walked toward the main gate of the Imperial City.
Until Qin Hao walked 20 meters.
Behind him, Tsiogua chuckled and walked in through the Noble Gate that was open on the left.
The Elder Group and the Sword Young Master walked in through the Minister Gate on the right.
"What should I do?"
Xing 'er was anxious. She looked left and right. She did not know what to do at the five gates.
Although she knew what each gate meant, as a servant girl, she could only enter through the small gate at the edge.
But wouldn't that be too …
"Xing 'er, come here!"
Qin Hao suddenly turned around and waved at Xing 'er with a smile.
"Huh?"
Xing 'er was stunned. She looked around nervously before quickly lowering her head and jogging to Qin Hao's side. She had just regained a sliver of confidence in front of so many people, but now, she did not even know how to take a step forward.
"Don't be nervous. Follow me!"
Qin Hao reached out his warm hand and took Xing 'er's little hand. The two of them walked through the main gate of the Imperial City.
When the soldiers saw this scene, they could not help but let out a cry of surprise.
They all guessed.
"Who's that girl?"
"She actually followed the First Highness in through the main gate."
"How audacious!"
"Shut up. The First Highness is the Crown Prince. Since even he recognizes her, this girl must be extraordinary. She might even be our future Empress. Be careful not to lose your head!"
Following the discussion, the soldiers were filled with curiosity about Xing 'er's identity.
"We welcome the First Highness!"
"We welcome the First Highness!"
"We welcome the First Highness back to the palace …"