807 The story of oneself from others' mouths

The new train employed new carriages, and General Feng Kezhi, along with the deputy who accompanied him for a leisurely stroll, only purchased the top and bottom bunks; on the other side, the top and bottom bunks were occupied by two other passengers.

General Feng Kezhi and his companion were the first to board the train, as they were, after all, military personnel, and thus had priority access through the ticket checkpoint.

As the two stuffed their luggage under the lower bunk, two other passengers, one after the other, boarded the train. Judging by their attire, both appeared to be businessmen, one seemingly more successful than the other.

The fastest way to travel would have been by plane, but General Feng Kezhi did not opt for this. Partly, he wanted to enjoy some scenery along the way, and partly because Tang Country had relevant safety regulations.

Given that the current rate of airplane malfunctions was still high, senior officers could choose not to fly.