The team going down to Jiangnan set off in great numbers, sixteen people in total.
In addition to Zhu Gaoxu, Wei Jiangxue, Li Xiao, Zhu Ningyun, and Zhang Cuicui, there are also ten bodyguards dressed as civilians, as well as Li Xiao's loyal henchman Li Xiongzhi.
At this time, three women were sitting on the carriage, Zhu Ningyun, Zhang Cuicui and Wei Jiangxue.
"Thanks to my sister, I can go to Jiangnan with you."
There are many girls who don’t like to go to Jiangnan. There are so many talented people, beauties, and poems coming from Jiangnan that make people yearn for it. However, in ancient times, it was difficult to have the opportunity to go, let alone a woman.
On the carriage, the charming and lovely Wei Jiangxue said excitedly.
She already knew Zhu Gaoxu's life experience, and her family was naturally willing to let her travel far away. Being able to climb to Prince Yan's Mansion was a blessing gained through three generations of cultivation.
Gao Xu also promised that he would definitely marry her, and the matchmaker was marrying her.
Then the Zhu Ningyun in front of her is her future sister, and she must have a good relationship with her.
"Sister Jiang Xue, it's great that you are willing to come. We also have a companion along the way, so it won't be so boring."
Zhu Ningyun was also very happy. Playing alone would not be so boring, not to mention that this woman was the woman that her younger brother liked.
The two of them were like sisters, they hit it off immediately and started chatting.
As he talked, he talked about the embarrassing things that happened to Zhu Gaoxu when he was a child.
Zhu Ningyun smiled and said: "Gao Xu was very naughty when he was a child. One time when we were playing together, he accidentally fell into the tank. I was so frightened that I wanted to imitate Sima Guang and smash the tank and took a piece. The big rock is about to be thrown, guess what?”
Wei Jiangxue asked worriedly: "What's wrong?"
Zhu Ningyun said with a smile: "As soon as I hit the stone, there was a bang, and Gao Xu got inside and kicked the vat to pieces. My stone hit Gao Xu directly on the head."
"Ha ha ha ha."
Hearing such a thing, Wei Jiangxue immediately covered his mouth and laughed.
Zhang Cuicui on the side was also amused and kept laughing.
"Ha ha ha ha."
But there were only three people in the carriage, how could the fourth person laugh? ? ?
Everyone was shocked.
"Hahahaha. Ah. I was discovered."
Zhu Ningyun doubtfully lifted the cushion on the seat and opened the panel. Zhu Gaosui hidden inside was immediately revealed, and his laughter stopped.
There was room for some items to be placed under this seat, but I didn't expect that there was someone hidden under it.
Just now, Zhu Gaosui heard his second brother making a joke and couldn't help it anymore, so he laughed out loud.
"Gao Sui? Why are you here?"
Zhu Ningyun was extremely surprised and asked hurriedly: "Do the king and the concubine know that you ran away?"
Zhu Gaosui shook his head.
"Then, go back quickly. Don't let your father, queen, mother and concubines worry." Zhu Ningyun said hurriedly.
"Sister, don't drive me away. If I don't leave, I won't even kill you!"
Zhu Gaosui looked stubborn and held on to the carriage firmly, as if he would rather die than obey.
He originally wanted to go further away before showing up, but it would be hard to return by then. Unexpectedly, not long after he left, he was made to laugh at a joke.
"Oh well"
Zhu Ningyun finally relented. He was also his younger brother and could not favor one over the other.
However, after Zhu Gaosui appeared in the carriage, the atmosphere became a little awkward.
There was no more laughter and a lot of silence.
Zhu Gaosui also felt uncomfortable sitting with a group of women and said, "Sister, how about I go out and sit?"
Zhu Ningyun shook his head and said, "You'd better go out later. Your second brother will definitely ride a horse to send you back when he sees you."
Zhu Gaosui was extremely moved: "My sister still loves me."
He finally felt a touch of warmth!
It seems that in this family, my sister still cares about me!
Even if my father is only using me, I must treat my sister well.
Prince Yan's Mansion.
Not long after everyone left, Xu Miaoyun noticed that the house was particularly quiet today.
She was a little surprised. After some inquiring, she found that Zhu Gaosui was missing.
"My lord, have you seen Gao Sui today?"
Xu Miaoyun found Zhu Di and asked.
Zhu Di looked very confused: "What, the third child is missing?"
In fact, that night, after dinner.
Zhu Di felt a little guilty. He seemed to be too indifferent to the third child. Although he had no complaints at the dinner table, this boy definitely hated him.
Ningyun and Gao Xu both went out to play happily, but he was the only one left at home in the cold. This child...
But Zhu Di had already spoken out his words. As a prince, he couldn't lose face and apologize to Zhu Gaosui.
So, he approached Zhu Gaosui.
In a different way, let Zhu Gaosui also play together.
Zhu Di first praised him and then gave him an important task.
Let him find a way to follow, but don't reveal that it's your own intention. Only you can complete this task!
The main task is to monitor Li Xiao's every move.
Feel free to reply if there is any situation, and also check whether Li Xiao has carefully developed Fengyoujing. If you forget about it, remember to remind it secretly.
Zhu Gaosui understood immediately when he heard it. Wasn't he just going to be a spy?
He thought about it, and in order to go to Jiangnan, he accepted the task honorably.
In fact, Zhu Di just changed his approach and asked Zhu Gaosui to play along. It didn't matter whether he completed the task or not, it was just an excuse.
But Zhu Gaosui is serious!
I really thought of myself as a spy.
But he was moved by his sister and became a double agent
Hence the scene with the carriage just now.
However, Zhu Di was also pretending to be stupid at this time, and cursed angrily: "This third child must have secretly followed him to Jiangnan, you little bastard, wait for him to come back and break his legs."
"Okay, okay, Your Majesty."
Xu Miaoyun hurriedly stopped him: "Since he has gone, let him go. My daughter and Gao Xu have both gone. He and Gao Xu have a good relationship and have been together all year round. Now they are reluctant to separate."
Only then did Zhu Di calm down: "Madam is absolutely right."
After saying that, he sighed again: "I didn't realize it before, but when Gao Sui and Gao Xu left, why did I feel so empty? This palace is too quiet."
"It's good to know. Don't always scold the second and third children in the future."
Xu Miaoyun said angrily.
"Um"
Zhu Di nodded, and suddenly thought of something, and said: "Madam, I just have something to tell you. My father has decreed to promote treasure banknotes and let the princes take the lead in converting silver coins into treasure banknotes. This matter What do you think?"
Xu Miaoyun said: "Are you going to promote treasure banknotes again?"
Zhu Di nodded: "We failed the first two times. This time we should take action for real."
Xu Miaoyun pondered for a moment and said: "Then the court will definitely work hard this time. Since it is the father's decree, you should fulfill it and set an example."
"Okay. Maybe it will really work this time."
Zhu Di murmured: "Hey, I should have known better to ask Li Xiao. He is so smart, he might be able to provide some useful suggestions."
But I didn't think of it at the time, and now everyone in Li Xiao has left.
Xu Miaoyun smiled slightly, thinking that even the prince might not have noticed that he would think of Li Xiao in everything now.
"Aqiu~"
Li Xiao, who was riding on horseback, sneezed inexplicably.
"Who's talking about me?"
Li Xiao touched his nose and continued to immerse himself physically and mentally in the Points Mall. My father-in-law must not forget his mission. He must find the Fengyoujing formula.
[Items refreshed in the system mall today:]
[1. Blacksmith proficiency. Spend 500 points. 】
[2. Sparkling eye drops. 1200 points are consumed. 】
[3. Archery proficiency. Spend 500 points. 】
[Consume 100 points to refresh items. 】
[Current points: 441,700 points. 】
"Clear the mall and refresh!"
Li Xiao read silently.
[Items refreshed in the system mall today:]
[1. A Lenovo i7 laptop. Consume 100,000 points. 】
[2. Carpenter proficiency. Spend 500 points. 】
[3. A pair of sunglasses. 1800 points are consumed. 】
[Consume 200 points to refresh items. 】
[Current points: 439,500 points. 】
"I'll wipe it. I want the computer to be useful."
Li Xiao frowned, "Except for the computer, I bought everything else and continue to refresh."
[Items refreshed in the system mall today:]
[1. One pressure cooker. Spend 5,000 points. 】
[2. One 30-horsepower air conditioner. It consumes 40,000 points. 】
[3. A piece of playing cards. Consume 1000 points. 】
[Consumption of 400 points can refresh items. 】
"Sure enough, it is refreshed and it is easier to get things with high points."
Li Xiao finally understood this trick: "Except for the air conditioner, buy everything else and continue to refresh!"
refresh!
refresh!
It was refreshed twice in a row, and the points required for the fifth refresh have reached 3200 points.
During this period, after a spree of attributes was obtained,
After buying some more random things, I only have 400,000 points left.
Unable to find the Fengyoujing formula, Li Xiao couldn't bear it anymore. He gave up and could only wait until tomorrow.
[Host: Li Xiao]
[Strength: 15 (average average of 5 for ordinary people; 30 for first-rate warriors.)]
[Agility: 12 (average average of 5 for ordinary people; 20 for first-rate warriors.)]
[Intelligence: 11 (average 5 for ordinary people)]
[Current skills: Intermediate equestrian, intermediate archery, advanced shooting, intermediate calligraphy, advanced blacksmith; intermediate carpenter; Tai Chi swordsmanship; Wudang Changquan;]
These are the attributes and skills that Li Xiao has accumulated over the past few days.
I feel more and more capable.
"Brother-in-law. Brother-in-law"
Zhu Gaoxu was shouting next to him, and Li Xiao didn't react for a long time. He was immersed in refreshing items.
"Brother-in-law."
"ah?"
Li Xiao came to his senses and asked, "What's wrong?"
Zhu Gaoxu pointed to the front and said: "Ahead is Wanping County. Let's take a short rest before hitting the road. There is a government-run post house on the road behind Marco Polo Bridge. We can rest there at night."
"Okay, let's take a short rest."
Li Xiao nodded. After walking for a long time, it was time to rest.
The group of people entered the county town and stopped at the best restaurant. Although it was a small town, the restaurant was not bad and unique at all. There were many carriages parked at the door.
The development of the catering industry in the Ming Dynasty combined the dietary factors of the Song and Yuan Dynasties, bringing the development of the diet to a new height.
Moreover, in order to promote the economy, Zhu Yuanzhang also encouraged private companies to set up restaurants and restaurants, which led to great development in the catering industry.
Zhu Yuanzhang once ordered the Ministry of Industry to allocate funds to build ten large restaurants in the capital, and then bid for private businessmen to operate them. This was an early move of "official investment to stimulate domestic demand."
Under the influence of this trend of thought, the development of Chinese cuisine was promoted, with various varieties.
There are also many small vendors on the street, selling steamed buns, tofu bread, fried dough sticks, and noodles. Many people come out to buy and eat breakfast.
Everyone stopped their horses, Li Xiao walked over, and helped Ningyun out of the carriage like a gentleman.
Zhu Gaoxu also followed suit and helped Wei Jiangxue out of the carriage.
But soon, another head emerged from the carriage, it was Zhu Gaosui.
This surprised both Li Xiao and Zhu Gaoxu.
"Third brother? Why are you here?" Zhu Gaoxu asked strangely.
Zhu Gaosui chuckled: "Why, second brother can come, but I can't?"
Zhu Gaoxu frowned: "Does your father know?"
Zhu Gaoxu gave a slight pause, and then said: "Father, of course he doesn't know."
He doesn't want to expose his spy's situation, he always remembers his mission and will not reveal it.
Zhu Gaoxu said angrily: "My father doesn't know, why don't you go back quickly!"
Seeing that a quarrel was about to start, Zhu Ningyun said: "Gao Xu, let him play with us."
Li Xiao also tried to smooth things over: "Okay, okay, since we are here and His Highness Prince Yan has not sent anyone to chase us, he must have given his acquiescence. Let the third child play with us."
Two people helped talk, and Zhu Gaoxu nodded: "That's okay."
Zhu Gaosui felt warm again in his heart. My sister and brother-in-law are both kind to me!
At this time, Li Xiongzhi had already entered the restaurant in advance and asked the waiter to prepare two private rooms. This was the advantage of having a loser.
Just like that, a group of people entered the elegant room of the restaurant, which was divided into three seats, one for Li Xiao and others, and one for the other ten guards and Li Xiongzhi.
After taking a seat, the waiter said enthusiastically: "Dear guests, what would you like to eat?"
Before anyone could speak, Zhu Gaosui said: "Bring us the best food and wine!"
As he said that, he looked at Li Xiao, Zhu Gaoxu and others and said, "Don't rob me, I'll pay the bill."
Zhu Gaoxu nodded, thinking that this is not bad, he is sensible!
The waiter in the shop had seen many distinguished guests. One look at this young man's bright clothes and angry horse, and he knew that he was either rich or noble. He said with a flattering smile: "The best food and wine here is twenty taels of silver on a table, and now it is coming out again." If you get the Snowflake Special Edition, you will get twenty-five taels of silver per table, which is an extra five taels of silver."
"What is the Snowflake Special Edition?" Zhu Gaoxu asked curiously.
"It's a dish made with the best snowflake white salt. This snowflake white salt, that taste."
Just as the waiter was about to continue selling, Zhu Gaoxu interrupted him directly, "Stop talking nonsense, just get this snowflake white salt one."
"Okay, sir! I'll make arrangements for you right away."
The waiter backed out in a daze.
After the waiter left, Zhu Gaoxu looked at Li Xiao with a smile: "Brother-in-law, your white salt is really famous now. There are five extra taels of dishes on the table!"
Hearing this, Wei Jiangxue on the side was surprised and said: "The snowflake white salt that has caused a lot of commotion recently was actually made by Mr. Li Xiao."
"No, my brother-in-law is very good." Zhu Gaoxu was very proud and showed off in front of the beauty, "My brother-in-law and I made this salt together."
"Shhh"
Li Xiao hissed and whispered: "Gao Xu, when we came out, King Yan specifically told us that our group should not reveal our identities, especially you, and now there is also Gao Sui."
"Yes, yes, you can't forget this." After saying this, Zhu Gaojiu looked at Zhu Gaosui again: "You know, third child, you can't reveal it?"
Zhu Gaosui nodded and suggested: "How about this, we each give a nickname, and we will use the nickname in the future?"
"Huh!"
Zhu Gaoxu said happily: "What a great idea, Third Brother, I didn't expect you to be quite a thief."
Everyone hit it off with this suggestion.
When Li Xiao suggested using Jianghu nicknames, everyone got excited.
It feels like traveling around the world!
It’s so interesting for the children of the royal family!
"Li Xiao, what do I think of your name being Li Xiaoyao?"
Zhu Ningyun smiled faintly and took the lead in giving Li Xiao a nickname because the sword she gave Li Xiao was called the Xiaoyao Sword.
Li Xiao was stunned for a moment, but then felt pretty good. He nodded and said, "It all depends on Ningyun."
Zhu Ningyun was very satisfied, looked at Li Xiao and said: "Xiaolang, you can also give me a nickname, and I will listen to you."
Li Xiao smiled evilly and said: "Then call me Zhao Ling'er. Your name is very conspicuous, so you simply changed your first and last name so that no one knows that you are Princess Yong'an. What do you think?"
"Zhao Ling'er sounds good." Zhu Ningyun nodded: "Then let's call her Zhao Ling'er."
"Sister Lin'er."
"Brother Xiaoyao."
The two called each other, making others envious.
Li Xiao said: "Sister Lin'er, do you remember our agreement?"
Zhu Ningyun blushed and said, "There are so many people here."
Li Xiao said: "What are you afraid of!"
Zhu Ningyun said: "Speak first."
Li Xiao nodded. It's really hard for girls to talk about this matter, let alone in front of others?
He said tenderly: "I love you."
Zhu Ningyun said softly: "I love you too."
Everyone: "."
[Zhu Ningyun’s lifespan is +1 day. 】
[Li Xiao’s life span is +1 day. 】
Characters float overhead.
【Ding! You and Zhu Ningyun exchanged love words and showed your affection in public, both of you were very happy. Earn sweet points: 1000 points. Trigger 50x critical hit and get sweet points: 5000 points. 】
"Huh? Last time I only gained 2,500 points for saying I love you. It turns out that showing affection in public has twice the effect!"
Li Xiao silently kept it in mind and decided to come here once a day.
Zhu Gaoxu was filled with envy. He looked at Wei Jiangxue and said, "Miss Jiang Xue, I have limited talent and limited knowledge. Why don't you give me a nickname too?"
Wei Jiangxue thought for a while and said: "How about calling it the Overlord Halberd? You can use the halberd to make it better."
Zhu Gaoxu showed off his martial arts skills in front of Wei Jiangxue before.
"Overlord Halberd, good!" Zhu Gaoxu nodded happily: "Domineering! I like it!"
Wei Jiangxue looked at Zhu Ningyun for help and said, "Sister, please help me think of one. You all have it, and I also want to change my name."
Zhu Ningyun thought for a while and said: "Your name is Jiang Xue, which comes from winter. How about changing it to autumn and calling it Qiuxiang?"
Hearing this, Wei Jiangxue nodded, "Qiu Xiang is good, let's call her Qiu Xiang!"
Li Xiao was stunned for a moment, what? Overlord Chicken and some Autumn Fragrance?
In the end, Zhu Gaosui was anxious. Everyone else had it. How could he be content with others? But he couldn't figure it out himself, so he looked at Li Xiao: "Brother-in-law, give me a nickname. I'll pay for the meals along the way." It’s covered!”
Hearing this, Li Xiao was overjoyed, and then thought about it.
I really thought of a nickname that was more in line with Zhu Gaosui's character.
"Gao Sui, please call me Yu Huatian."
ps: The author is hospitalized with cysticercitis and cannot update 10,000 times a day. Fortunately, he still has the manuscript saved and can publish one chapter a day. I hope I can recover in ten days... Wuwuwu... Everyone, please pay attention to your health and don't imitate me.
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