The ceremony continues.

As one military formation after another appeared, everyone present, whether they were civil or military officials, nobles, or ordinary people, cheered continuously.

Some people on the viewing stand were so excited that they stood there and waved their hands continuously.

This military parade greatly increased the self-confidence and cohesion of the people of Dayu.

It's not just the dignitaries, but mostly the common people.

"Dad, I want to be a soldier when I grow up!"

"Good son, you did a good job, Dad supports you!"

"Dayu's soldiers are different from the previous ones. Their military pay alone is as much as five taels a month, and there are also various allowances!"

"One person joins the army, the whole family is honored...!"

Amid noisy discussions, the military parade entered its final stage.

"Look! What is that!"

"I know, it's a hot air balloon!"

"Hot air balloons! Lots of hot air balloons!"

"I heard that this is our Dayu air force, which can strike the enemy from the sky!"

"There are people up there! It's a god, it's a god!"

"too strong……"

"Fly here!"

Amid exclamations, one colorful hot air balloon after another rose from the distance and flew towards the square.

There are fifty hot air balloons in total, all of which are piloted by special personnel and serve as the "air force" of the Dayu army.

After so many years of research, Dayu Industry Department has reached a very high level in the research of hot air balloons.

Especially a few years ago, under the order of Zheng Yi, personnel from the Ministry of Industry were sent to Binzhou to discover a kind of flammable "black water".

This has led to an explosive growth in the research on hot air balloons.

Even some people in the Ministry of Industry are already dreaming of making a 'giant ship' that can travel in the air!
If this giant ship is successfully developed, it will be able to carry at least fifty people into the air at a time.

By then, Dayu’s air force will be even more powerful!

But for some reason, when the plan was submitted to the cabinet, it was shelved for a year.

There are even rumors that His Majesty does not intend to build a flying "giant ship."

That huge hot air balloon called... an airship.

"What the hell is that? It can actually fly!"

In the crowd, several mysterious people stared at the hot air balloon in the air, their eyes full of shock.

"It can actually fly? Although it is very slow, I can destroy it all by myself, but..."

"I heard it's called a hot air balloon? Weird, how does it fly?"

"Could it be that those Taoist friends who defected to the Great Yu court were behind this? Using weapon-refining techniques to assist the Great Yu?"

"This... Such a large number of refining equipment requires a large amount of spirit stones to support it. How could Dayu have so many spirit stones?"

"Hehehe, as far as I know, the Great Yu court has already sent several teams to win over the Tang family in Shuzhou, and they all brought a large amount of spirit stones!"

"Hiss...really?"

"How did you know?"

"I have some connections with the Du family of Beimang Mountain, and I got the news from them."

"The Du family of Beimang Mountain? Are they also going to be born?"

"I don't know..."

"boom!"

Just as many people were discussing this, there was a sudden, dull explosion from the fifty hot air balloons that had floated directly above the square.

They threw balls down from the sky, which then exploded violently in mid-air.

In an instant, a large number of colorful petals carrying golden silk suddenly exploded in the air and floated down from the air.

"Caihua!"

"so beautiful!"

"smell good……"

Countless people and children were shouting and scrambling to grab the colorful petals and gold threads falling from the air. The whole square was very lively.

And with the arrival of a large number of hot air balloons, this grand military parade came to an end.

"My dear friends."

On the city gate tower, Zheng Yi said, "Follow me down."

Xu Mujun was the first to say, "Yes, Your Majesty!"

Afterwards, surrounded by many ministers, Zheng Yi was the first to arrive at the city gate, climbed onto his horse, and rode on the "Dragon Blood Horse" that was tributed from Heishan Pass.

"Xilulu~!"

The Dragon Blood Horse let out a series of neighs, then galloped out surrounded by many ministers.

"Father is so majestic!"

At this time, there was still a group of people standing on the city gate tower.

It was the many concubines headed by Lu Lin'er, as well as princes, princesses, and so on.

At this time, the eldest prince Zheng Chengji, who was standing in the center of the crowd, looked at Zheng Yi and the civil and military officials under the city gate tower, and said subconsciously.

Next to him were the second prince Zheng Chengwu, the third prince Zheng Chengrui, and the fourth prince Zheng Chengqian.

These four princes were born early and, because of their maternal families, were somewhat precocious.

Although he is not even ten years old, his speech and communication are somewhat similar to those of adults.

Zheng Chengrui raised his head and said innocently, "Brother, you can go with us. Father has prepared a pony for you. It's waiting for you at the foot of the city gate."

"Humph!"

Zheng Chengji snorted proudly and said, "Brother, I haven't learned how to ride a horse yet. How about I take you with me when I learn it?"

"Really? Thanks, bro!"

"Brother, you haven't learned to ride a horse yet?"

Zheng Chengwu on the side curled his lips and said, "I learned to ride a horse last year, and I even shot a deer!"

"Shooting a deer? Master taught us to be compassionate and to educate the world with benevolence and righteousness, but you, at such a young age, killed it at will..."

"Are you annoying~"

Zheng Chengwu shook his head and said, "I just killed a little deer. My father didn't even praise me. What right do you have to criticize me?"

"Besides, my Great Yu will soon conquer the world, and the royal family is martial. My father even said that he would take me hunting in person!"

“The sage said: A disciple should be filial at home and respectful to his elders outside; he should be cautious and trustworthy; he should love all people and be close to the benevolent; if he has spare time, he should study literature.”

Zheng Chengji shook his head and said, "Second brother, the teacher said that now that the world is stable, we should govern the world with culture. When will you change your nature of violence and murder?"

"you……!"

Zheng Chengqian whispered, "Big Brother, Second Brother, can you guys stop arguing?"

"Ji'er, what are you talking about?"

Just then, Lu Lin'er, dressed in a phoenix robe, came over, and beside her were Xu Qingluan, Cui Xiabing, Lan Lingrong and others.

Zheng Chengji said respectfully, "I have met the Queen Mother, and I have met Concubine Cui, Concubine Duan, and Concubine Lan."

"No need to be polite."

"What are you talking about?"

"The child is discussing the words of the saints with his brother."

"Oh?"

The ladies were in high spirits, and Queen Lu Lin'er asked happily, "What did you say? Tell us all."

"Yes, mother~!"

On the city gate tower, the concubines and princes were chatting and laughing in harmony.

At this time, Zheng Yi had already brought Xu Mujun and several cabinet ministers to where the soldiers gathered.

As Zheng Yi moved forward, the soldiers at the front stared at him intently, their eyes turning as he moved forward.

"Soldiers, thank you for your hard work!"

Zheng Yi waved and the response he got was the loud shouts of many soldiers.

"Serve Dayu with all your heart!"

Originally, there were going to be cultivators present at today's military parade. Xuanjizi, Xiong Gang, Tianxingzi and others were already prepared.

But after careful consideration, Zheng Yi gave up this idea.

Instead, he asked Tian Xingzi to bring gifts and visit many cultivator families, and secretly spread the news in order to attract many independent cultivators.

For Zheng Yi, monks are his secret weapons. If it is not necessary, he will not let many monks appear in front of ordinary people.

The team continued to move forward, and the soldiers in the second phalanx focused their eyes again.

"Soldiers, thank you for your hard work!"

“Serve the people!”

"Soldiers, thank you for your hard work!"

"Die in the service of His Majesty!!!"

The shouts sounded extremely loud and clear in the noisy square.

Under such circumstances, Xu Mujun and others who followed closely behind Zheng Yi already had tears in their eyes.

This is Dayu.

This is the Majesty they are loyal to!

With your Majesty and these generals, why should Dayu worry about instability and stability?

This grand occasion continued until late at night.

The people in the square had already dispersed.

Banquets began to be held in various places in the capital.

Whether it was in the residences of civil and military officials, the remaining aristocratic families, the mansions of wealthy businessmen, or even in the homes of ordinary civilians, dinner parties began to be held.

In important neighborhoods and theaters, people performing shadow puppet shows, operas, and jugglers began to cheer and displayed their best skills, winning unanimous applause from the people of the capital.

Outside the capital, in many state-owned factories, more than 200,000 factory workers also gathered for meals under the command of their respective team leaders and managers.

Even a large number of actors, jugglers, etc. were invited to celebrate together.

That night, the capital city was bustling with noise and the lights were bright all night long.

In the imperial palace, the lights illuminated the entire palace, making it as bright as day.

The gates of Baiyujing were wide open, and Zheng Yi and hundreds of civil and military officials held a banquet and drank and had fun in the hall.

In the square of Baiyujing, there were also a large number of low-ranking officials and soldiers, as well as invited elderly people over 70 years old, who were also having fun on the spouse version.

"My dear ministers, please drink this cup to the full."

"Long live your Majesty!"

Zheng Yi raised his wine glass, and many officials immediately stood up respectfully.

After cheering "Long live the emperor", everyone drank the wine.

Accompanied by bursts of clear pipa sounds, teams of singing girls swam out from all corners of the hall, displayed their enchanting figures, and began to dance the dance they had rehearsed for a long time.

The dancing posture was graceful and like a stunning song and dance, and many civil and military officials nodded their heads continuously.

Zheng Yi, who was sitting on the dragon throne, was also looking at the dancers in the hall with satisfaction, his eyes full of smiles.

Most of these dancers appear to be in their teens, but their looks and figures are outstanding.

Especially the main dancer, with a voluptuous waist, affectionate eyes and absolutely beautiful appearance.

Looking closely, she actually looks somewhat similar to Queen Lu Lin'er.

"Your Majesty~"

Lu Lin'er came closer and said softly, "The people dancing tonight are all selected beauties of this year. I wonder if Your Majesty is satisfied?"

"Hmm~"

Zheng Yi nodded and said, "Not bad, not bad, with bright eyes, graceful demeanor, and tenderness, Lin'er, you did a really good job this time."

Compared to the first time they met, Lu Lin'er now is less immature and more charming.

Moreover, her many years as a queen made her temperament more dignified at this time.

In Zheng Yi's opinion, Lu Lin'er now is more like a ripe peach. Juice will drip out if you pinch it. She is really tempting.

Lu Lin'er also smiled charmingly and said, "Your Majesty, what do you think of the lead dancer..."

"Leading the dance?"

Zheng Yi looked at her carefully, and then put his attention on Lu Lin'er: "This woman is charming but not seductive, delicate but not gorgeous, and she is somewhat similar to you, the Queen~"

Lu Lin'er blushed shyly and said, "This girl's name is Lu Xian'er, and she is my...niece."

"Ok?"

"She is also one of the beauties in this show."

"Haha, not bad, not bad. Then tonight... let Lu Xian'er serve you in Kunning Palace, Queen. How about that?"

"Your Majesty, you~"

Lu Lin'er was stunned for a moment, then said with shame: "You are really a... tyrant!"

"Hahaha~"

Amidst the cheers of the audience, the dinner gradually came to an end.

After being respectfully bid farewell by many civil and military officials, Zheng Yi returned to Kunning Palace with the Queen, Lu Xian'er, and surrounded by a large number of eunuchs and palace maids.

And many civil and military officials also dispersed on their own.

The moon was bright and the stars were sparse. The night wind was blowing, and the entire capital city and the imperial palace gradually fell into a deep sleep.

Inside Kunning Palace.

On the wide phoenix bed, Zheng Yi hugged Lu Lin'er on his left and leaned on Lu Xian'er on his right, and breathed a sigh of satisfaction.

Maybe it was because she was having sex for the first time, but at this moment, Lu Xianer's face was full of tear marks, her brows were tightly furrowed, and she looked like she had fainted.

At this time, Zheng Yi entered the depths of his sea of ​​consciousness and connected to the Yin-Yang Treasure Mirror.

【Absorb pure Yin energy, lifespan +16. 】

A sixteen-year-old girl becomes an adult overnight.

Unfortunately for Zheng Yi, it was just an ordinary exercise.

Without spiritual roots, he is just an ordinary person.

It was destined that Lu Xianer's future life would become dull.

His faith moved again, and another series of information appeared before his eyes.

[Owner: Zheng Yi]

[Talent 1: Yin and Yang]

[Talent 2: Illusion]

【Lifespan: 34/123】

【灵根：水（上品4580/10000）、土（中品1000/1000）、木（中品1000/1000）、金（中品1000/1000、火（下品100/100）、风（中品1000/1000）】

[Mana: 5850/80000]

【Constitution: Body of a Hundred Flowers】

[Comprehensive Strength: Qi Training Level 8]

[Innate Spiritual Energy Progress (Level 0): ​​20/ (Banned)]

[Three Thousand Worlds Progress (Level 10: 10/ (Banned)]

Today, his entire spiritual attributes have undergone earth-shaking changes.

The water-attributed spiritual root had already broken through to the upper level due to the addition of Tuoba Qingying.

Given time, as long as he worked hard on dual cultivation, he would surely enter the realm of supreme spiritual roots.

As for the spiritual roots of earth, wood, and metal, their consciousness has reached the middle level of perfection.

Unfortunately, there is no corresponding high-quality spiritual root, which causes the spiritual root qualification to stagnate.

Zheng Yi had no other choice but to either continue absorbing women with middle-grade spiritual roots or look for women with high-grade spiritual roots.

I hope the contestant this time can give him a surprise.

In addition, his cultivation has reached the top of the middle stage of Qi training, and he is only one step away from the late stage of Qi training.

Bai Zhirui from Canglan Realm has already been arranged. After the military parade, he plans to go into seclusion for a period of time to improve his strength.

Strive to enter the foundation-building stage.

As the sky gradually brightened, Zheng Yi did not disturb Lu Lin'er and the others. Instead, he summoned the palace maid and walked out of the boat after putting on the dragon robe.

Outside the dim Kunning Palace Square, there was a thin old man who had been waiting for Zheng Yi.

"Mr. Chen?"

Zheng Yi seemed to have known this for a long time, and asked calmly, "What's the matter?"

"Old slave, see your Majesty!"

Chen Liancang walked over quickly and said respectfully, "A group of people want to see you."

"Oh, who?"

"Self-cultivating." (End of this chapter)