"Do you come here every day to listen to books?"
"Yes, I am in the private room on the second floor every day. It is normal that the young master has no impression."
The private room on the second floor... Jiang Fan immediately thought that there was a guest on the second floor who generously rewarded fifty taels of silver every day. He thought it was the eunuch in front of him. But this person just mentioned it in one word and had no intention of mentioning it at all. He is a very good person.
Zhao Er took out a delicate wooden block from his arms and presented it to Jiang Fan with both hands: "Master, your majesty will listen to the storyteller today. Your identity should not always be caged with chopsticks. I specially asked a craftsman to make this piece of wake-up call." Mu, would you like to try it?"
Jiang Fan took it and put it in his hands. He immediately raised his eyebrows and took a closer look. He saw that it was made of agarwood, with extremely exquisite patterns carved on the front. It must have been made by a famous craftsman. This palm-sized piece is much more valuable than gold of the same size.
He couldn't help but look at the eunuch in front of him. This guy was very good at giving gifts and kept his cool.
Seeing Jiang Fan looking at him, Zhao Er knew in his heart that he must have seen it, but he did not take any credit. He just smiled and said: "Young master, there must be someone who can take advantage of the story, so that he will not lose face in front of His Majesty. Oh, by the way, there is also this. , the young master reads for half an hour every day, you can use it when you are thirsty, this thing is nothing, it has a little benefit, it can keep the water temperature for a long time. "
With that said, he handed a green gourd held by the maid to Jiang Fan.
Having learned from the past, Jiang Fan knew that this gourd must be extraordinary. Sure enough, the warmth I got was actually made of warm jade. Well, if agarwood is more expensive than gold, this thing is worth at least a hundred times.
"Eunuch Zhao...what do you mean?"
Zhao Er said: "Master, just call me Zhao Er. These are just gadgets for storytelling. Master, please don't refuse."
He spoke in an understatement, his attitude was sincere, and his reasons were hard to refuse.
Jiang Fan looked at him and suddenly smiled: "Okay, if you're interested, I'll accept it."
Zhao Er was immediately overjoyed. Being able to give gifts successfully meant that the relationship between the two had taken a further step forward.
"I wonder what else the young master needs to prepare today. I am willing to do it for you."
Jiang Fan said: "It's okay, just like usual, no need to prepare anything."
Zhao Er also said goodbye very wisely: "In that case, I won't bother you anymore and take my leave."
Jiang Fan didn't show off his guests either, and extended his hand slightly: "Go slowly, Yanzi, see off the guests on my behalf."
"Don't dare bother me, don't dare bother me... Commander Gu will stay."
Zhao Er left with a smile on his face.
Jiang Fan looked at the gourd and Xingmu in his hands thoughtfully.
Gu Beiyan said: "I have met this man. He is also a man of both sides among the eunuchs. Many people privately regard him as the leader. These things he sent today may seem inconspicuous, but they are at least worth a thousand gold. But as he said, the young master's affection for him It’s hard to find any favors. No need to be polite to him.”
Jiang Fan shook his head and smiled faintly: "This Zhao Er...is somewhat interesting..."
While there was still some time, Gu Beiyan introduced the four Dragon Eagle Guards to Jiang Fan.
"They were all my subordinates originally. The names of the Dragon Eagle Guards were all given by the commander. We belong to the Qinglong Guards, one of the three dragon guards. They are Long One, Long Two, Long Three, and Long Four. Long Yi's cultivation level The highest level is the Grandmaster realm, and the other three great martial masters are at their peak realm.”
The four of them paid tribute to Jiang Fan again. Jiang Fan smiled and said: "You don't have to be polite. From now on we are all one family, just call me son. Speaking of which, it is all because of me that you were demoted. I'm sorry."
"You absolutely don't dare. It's an honor for the four of us to follow the young master."
Long Yi cupped his fists and said. He didn't lie about this matter. Although it was a great honor to be selected into the Dragon Eagle Guard, it was impossible to stay in the Dragon Eagle Guard for the rest of his life. He had to have a destination after reaching a certain age. And they are not stupid. Jiang Fan has such a close relationship with His Majesty. Being his bodyguard is better than anywhere else.
"From now on, the four of you will be responsible for the security of the home and the concierge's communication." Gu Beiyan arranged.
"yes!"
"These two girls, please introduce yourself to the young master."
The two women are not very old, only about sixteen or seventeen years old. And they were born exactly the same, actually twins.
The girl on the left stepped forward, curtsied and saluted.
"Master, my name is Xie Xiaohua, my elder sister, and my younger sister's name is Xie Xiaoyu."
Jie Xiaoyu also stepped forward and saluted: "I have met the master, the mistress."
Jiang Fan couldn't help but smile, what a pair of interpreters.
However, the sound of the mistress made Gu Beiyan stunned for a moment, and then said: "Don't scream, I am the master's maid, just like you."
The two looked at each other and apologized quickly.
Jiang Fan smiled: "It's okay, it's okay, she is the housekeeper, you can just call her housekeeper."
Gu Beiyan was promoted, so she didn't say anything about it. It was probably just that.
"From now on, you two will be responsible for washing, cleaning and other chores."
Gu Beiyan immediately arranged for the six people to work. For such a big house, it is very inconvenient not to have a concierge, guards, or maids. With these six people, security, communication, and cleaning are much easier.
But compared to this big house, there are still few people. Brother Taohua will be back soon... Jiang Fan thought.
As noon approached, Jiang Fan had arrived at Penglaiju. As soon as he entered, the sight in front of him startled him.
The house was full of guests as usual, but all of these people were of extraordinary appearance. Although they were wearing casual clothes, they could not conceal their magnanimity. Looking at the empress sitting in the middle, I instantly understood that there was probably not a single commoner here.
The proprietor and the shopkeeper were almost crazy with anxiety. They actually asked His Majesty and all the civil and military officials to wait. Jiang Fan, you are so awesome. They hurried over and trembled: "My young master, why are you here? Your Majesty and the others have all arrived." It’s tea time, come and see me."
At this time, the civil and military officials were also looking at the storyteller curiously. He is unimaginably young, at most sixteen or seventeen years old. He is dressed in loose white clothes, has long hair, and has a delicate face. He looks like an elegant young man. However, there was a lazy smile on the corners of the young man's eyes and lips, which made people feel that he was a little cynical.
Under the watchful eyes of everyone, Jiang Fan waved his hand to his employer: "They are just here to listen to the book, no need to be polite."
After that, he walked directly to his table.
The proprietor was stunned, "You..."
Those were His Majesty and all the civil and military officials, the most elite beings in the Qin Dynasty. However, at this moment, she did not dare to say anything and hurriedly stepped aside.
Jiang Fan's behavior made many officials secretly surprised. Doesn't this guy know who is here today? How could he be so casual and even careless? Many people suspect that this guy is either really crazy or fake and arrogant. Only Mr. Meng Ao couldn't help but laugh, this kid is really interesting.
But Xu Fu showed deep thought after a flash of surprise. This young man was actually the young man who once lived in His Majesty's palace. No wonder His Majesty said he had seen it. Thinking of this, I couldn't help but glance at the empress from the corner of my eye. Her expression was plain, nothing unusual could be seen.
Jiang Fan looked around and suddenly said: "Shopkeeper, where are the pair of grandsons who play the erhu and sell dried fruits? Let them in."
The shopkeeper knew who he was talking about as soon as he heard it. Five days ago, an old man came to the restaurant with a young girl, hoping to come in and beg for food. Just when the shopkeeper was about to refuse, Jiang Fan asked them to come in and let them earn a living by playing the erhu for customers and selling dried fruits in the building.
But when is this now? Your Majesty is here in person, along with all the civil and military officials, and you actually let a pair of common people in? Are you crazy?
The shopkeeper hurriedly said: "Jiang Fan, Your Majesty is here, don't mess around, hurry up and tell the story.
Jiang Fan frowned and said again: "Let them come in, and the people will listen. Many people today cannot listen to the book, and they have to rely on them to spread the word."
Both Boss Wang and Shopkeeper Liu began to have cramps in their calves. Not to mention them, even many officials were a little unhappy. If the empress hadn't spoken out, many people would have reprimanded him.
Proprietor Wang was filled with anxiety and was about to say something when the empress said calmly: "That's right."
The two of them were relieved and hurriedly ran out to find the grandfather and grandson.
Jiang Fan's behavior since he came here has surprised all the civil and military officials. At the same time, they are also surprised that His Majesty has no reaction to this.
