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At the turn of summer into autumn came the hottest time of the year.
When Song You had previously passed through Zhaozhou and Hanzhou, the temperatures had been pleasant. Even in the height of summer, most areas there were not particularly hot, making the journey quite comfortable. But now, entering Guangzhou, the heat grew more intense.
The upside was the increasing density of settlements and signs of prosperity. Traveling had become much easier; food and lodging were more convenient than ever.
Sometimes, he didn’t even need to cook or search for water himself. Along the official roads, tea stands appeared every few dozen li. These stands not only sold tea but often offered simple food like buns and flatbreads, enough to fill one’s stomach. On occasion, he’d come across vendors selling dumplings or noodle soup, which felt like a stroke of luck that could brighten the whole day.
The weather was so warm that, as long as it didn’t rain, any flat spot was sufficient for a good night’s rest. No blankets or thin covers were needed—just a woolen mat spread out on the ground would suffice.
Under the unique clarity and brilliance of the stars of this era, one could sleep peacefully. Often, though, there were temples along the way, where one could find shelter and exchange tales with wandering martial artists for the night.
The experience brought back memories of his early days traveling through Yizhou after...
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