If Pei Yue had the ability to predict the unknown, he would definitely not stay here when Lin Shuyue came forward, at least he would not come up with the Su Muzhe song. It's a pity that people are not as good as God, let alone that song.

Ci will bring him trouble in the future, at least for now it is a very difficult situation.

The unanimous favor of the nine oirans is certainly beautiful and can satisfy a man's vanity to the greatest extent, but for Pei Yue, this is not good news. Because people are jealous, he is likely to become the heart of most Lingzhou men.

public enemy.

Ever since he stepped into Chaofeng Tower, Pei Yue has been thinking about the true intentions of the governor Xue Tao.

From the test of the nine-story building to the final revelation, Xue Tao's idea is not complicated. The governor who single-handedly controls Lingzhou just wants to get the exclusive rights to briquette. Regardless of his real purpose of doing so,

There was no problem with Pei Yue's previous response. The reason why he dared to openly expose Xue Tao's lies was not only because of his status as an imperial envoy and the emperor and Dongfu standing behind him, but more importantly, Lingzhou was by no means monolithic.

There are undercurrents even in the capital. Not everyone is loyal to the emperor and serves the country, let alone Lingzhou. No matter how sophisticated Xue Tao is, he cannot train all the officials and celebrities in Lingzhou as one. Zhao Xianhong, the prefect of Xingyang, is the most obvious example.

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There is no shortage of careerists in official circles anywhere. If Pei Yue wants to successfully tear open the heavy curtain in Lingzhou, he must take the initiative to stand up and become a banner against Xue Tao. This is the fundamental reason for what he did tonight.

It's a pity that the oiran's admiration has become a shackles.

Xue Tao obviously also wanted to understand this truth. At this moment, he looked at Pei Yue's smile that was more sincere and said gently: "Nine flowers bloom together. This is the only one that happens in hundreds of years. With this, Pei Qinchen can be famous for generations. I am the one who appoints the official."

Record it in writing, carve it in seal on the stele, and stand it beside the Qiu River for the world to admire."

This response can be described as slick and swift, and will completely transform Pei Yue into the public enemy of all men in Lingzhou.

At this point, Pei Yue did not show weakness, which would only inflate the ambitions of others and destroy his own prestige. He smiled calmly and said: "It might be inappropriate to erect a monument and biography for me alone. Uncle Fang might as well order someone to tell what happened at this year's Furong Banquet."

Wouldn't it be more appropriate to record it in detail?"

Xue Tao's eyes narrowed, and he felt more and more that this young powerful man from Kyoto was arrogant and disrespectful.

If everything was written down from beginning to end, Pei Yue would certainly be jealous of the world, but who would he be, Xue Tao?

The dignified governor came to the Lotus Banquet for the first time, but no oiran chose him. Wouldn't it be even more embarrassing?

Liu Renji knew something was wrong and quickly interjected: "Sir Pei, I wonder which oiran you like?"

Pei Yue looked at Xue Tao with deep meaning in his eyes, and the subtext was already very obvious: If you build a monument for me, I will tell you everything about tonight.

The choice of Ninth Oiran cannot be changed, but Pei Yue does not want to see things develop in the worst direction, so he must control the matter within Chaofeng Tower. Perhaps after the Furong Banquet, there will inevitably be some rumors

Spreading the word is at least much better than setting up a monument, and there may be opportunities to take advantage of it.

Seeing that he didn't answer, Liu Renji could only turn to Xue Tao and said: "Uncle Fang, the Furong Banquet is a folk tradition. It is not appropriate for the government to establish a biography. Why not put it aside for now and discuss it later?"

Xue Tao nodded with a dull expression: "Yes."

Pei Yue seemed to have heard Liu Renji's question just now, and smiled and said: "Liu Biejia, according to your words, can I choose one of the nine oirans?"

Liu Renji nodded and said: "That's exactly the reason."

Pei Yue was silent for a moment, and everyone looked at him with complicated eyes. In fact, there was more or less jealousy in their hearts. After all, this was a trick in another sense. Who among the nine oirans was not a person with outstanding appearance and talent?

Qin Xu, who was also an imperial envoy and was still an envoy, looked lonely. At this moment, he wished he could replace Pei Yue, but his lips moved several times, but in the end he did not speak.

After a while, Pei Yue smiled and said: "Since the Furong Banquet is held in Qiujiang Pool, I will choose Lin Shuyue and everyone in Lin."

Liu Renji understood and said: "Master Pei has a good vision, I would like to express my congratulations first."

Many people showed such expressions that they were sure that this was the case, wondering if this guy just got interested in Lin Shuyue when he saw her? No wonder he refused to write poems after all kinds of excuses, but after meeting Lin Shuyue, he was aroused by Xue Tao's few words.

Take out the second lyrics.

The Furong Banquet was over. After Pei Yue confessed to everyone, he was led downstairs by the maid carrying the Qiujiang Tower lantern.

According to the old rules, the other courtesans can only stay alone tonight, but there is always no shortage of famous courtesans in Yonghe Temple. Liu Renji immediately gave the order, and the other distinguished guests on the top floor can go to other courtyards to rest, accompanied by the beauties prepared by each brothel.

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After these people, including the imperial envoy Qin Xu, left, only Xue Tao, the governor, and Liu Renji, the commander, were left in the huge attic.

Xue Tao sat expressionless, holding a tea cup in his right hand. He suddenly exerted force and the white porcelain tea cup was crushed to pieces by him, but his palm was actually unscathed.

Upon seeing this, Liu Renji sighed softly: "Uncle Fang, why should we rush this matter?"

Xue Tao shook his head slightly and said softly: "Time waits for no one."

Liu Renji frowned and asked: "This man has a cruel heart. I'm afraid those brothel girls can't do anything to him. What should I do next?"

Xue Tao thought for a moment and said slowly: "If this road doesn't work, then we will try another approach."

Liu Renji was slightly startled. Seeing the tenacity on Xue Tao's face, he could only nod in agreement.

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By the Qiujiang Pool, in the small courtyard called Liao Ding.

Pei Yue followed the maid in green to this place. A servant had already informed the owner of the courtyard that she was Lin Shuyue, the top oiran of Qiujiang Tower.

The courtyard is not big, with five or six main rooms, all of which are quite delicate and elegant.

Pei Yue slowly stepped into the main hall, and saw Lin Shuyue stepping forward with a gentle expression and saluting: "I have met Lord Pei."

In addition to the two of them, there are several beautiful maids in the room. There is a screen on the right side and a table at the back.

Lin Shuyue said obediently: "Sire, please let Shuyue freshen up for you, and then taste the wine and food I personally prepared for you."

Pei Yue looked around noncommittally and said with a hint of frivolity: "Let them all go down."

Lin Shuyue looked at him slightly surprised.

Pei Yue frowned and said, "Are you not happy?"

Lin Shuyue lowered her head and shook her head: "Shuyue doesn't dare. You go down first. You can't come in without being summoned."

"yes."

The maids responded respectfully, then left with gentle steps, and closed the door very considerately after going out.

The candlelight flickered, and the atmosphere suddenly became a bit charming.

Lin Shuyue was about to ask Pei Yue to freshen up, when suddenly her eyes blurred, and she felt a strong force coming from her, and she involuntarily bumped into Pei Yue's body.

The warm fragrance of nephrite filled his arms. Pei Yue held her soft waist with his left hand, raised his right hand to hold her smooth jade chin, raised his eyebrows and smiled: "Why are you in a hurry to eat? I think some things are more important."

Lin Shuyue never expected such a result. No matter how you looked at it before, this young dignitary was a very powerful person in the city. How could he suddenly become so lustful?

Could it be that I made a mistake?

When she thought of this, Lin Shuyue's face involuntarily showed a sad look.
Chapter completed!