at the same time.
Inside the Xiaoxiang Pavilion which closed early in the morning.
The old bustard was sitting on his knees in front of Wu Luan, reporting on the state affairs of Daxing to the guests who had come here to play in recent days.
"There have been several frictions on the Daxing border recently. Loulan and Beidi in the Western Regions took the lead and proposed that if they want to stop the war, they must let Daxing build canals and open rivers for them to alleviate their years of drought. They can offer cattle, sheep and horses, but they must wait until the war is repaired. The canals can be opened and rivers can be opened to feed the people before they can be given.”
"For this matter, there was endless debate in the Daxing court. The war faction believed that they should take advantage of the natural disasters in the small countries in the Western Regions to completely conquer them. However, the peace faction believed that doing so would harm the peace of the world, and the Western Regions were vast but had limited products. It is sparse and difficult to manage, so it is better to convince people with virtue and make them a vassal state.”
The old bustard also told the court about the overt and secret struggles between the kings of Jin and Kang.
After he finished speaking, he discovered that Wu Luan had been staring at the poems hanging in the library, and he couldn't help but murmur in his heart.
Did the master listen?
In the past, the master often stared at the lyrics written by Ning Wuhuang, but this was always when no one was around, and never delayed the business.
But since her master came back from visiting the lake and admiring lotus flowers yesterday, he seemed to be a different person, which made her a little confused.
"Did Master have any contact with Ning Wushan yesterday?"
The madam simply changed the topic that Wu Luan was interested in.
Wu Luan's eyes finally fell on the old bustard, revealing a charming smile.
"I know Qiuniang, you are worried that my falling in love with Mr. Ning will delay my great cause. Don't worry, I am just thinking about how to attract Mr. Ning's attention next time."
These words seemed not to answer the Madam's question.
But the madam, who is like a human spirit, doesn't understand.
This was a contact, but the goal of making friends with Ning Wushuang was not achieved.
How strange.
Even the madam who has seen countless beautiful women will feel that as long as Wu Luan is willing, no man in the world can escape from her grasp when she sees Wu Luan, who is so beautiful that she doesn't look like a real person.
But Ning Wuhao seemed to be blind.
I don’t know if this guy is not close to women, or if he’s just not very good at that.
"Master, Xiaoxiang Hall should go and pre-purchase some of the toilet water sold at Ning's shop yesterday. Why don't you do it in person? If you go at the right time, maybe you can stay at Zhangjiazhuang and give it a try..."
Snapped!
The madam hasn't finished speaking yet.
Wu Luan waved her long sleeve and hit the old bustard on the face, like a slap, making the old bustard's face burn with pain.
"I am the ninth princess of Qiuci Kingdom, and I am your master. Although Qiuniang taught me this way of oiran, don't forget that I am not a real oiran, let alone one who must listen to you to survive. Brothel girls.”
If brothels were not the most suitable place for gathering intelligence in the Daxing Kingdom, they would also be the most accessible place to get in touch with intellectuals and talents from all walks of life.
Nor would she commit herself to it.
It's not that Wu Luan looks down on the status of a brothel oiran, it's just that the old madam thinks of Mr. Ning as a lustful person, which makes her inevitably dissatisfied.
But the Madam was also a confidant specially trained by her father. After she was punished and punished, she figured out that the other party would not give up the opportunity to let her contact Ning Wuyi as soon as possible. The reason was that the relationship between the countries in the Western Region and Daxing was becoming increasingly tense, and it was very difficult for Qiuci to be alone. .
The Madam was also anxious, unable to find reliable contacts or find a way to save Qiuci from the fire and water, and her voice softened.
"Mr. Ning is a talented person and has gained the attention of Emperor Daxing. He also comes up with wonderful recipes frequently and makes a lot of money. If you want to win over such a talent, you must slowly attract him. You must not seduce him with just skin and flesh. You have to rely on charm to make her fall, and you won’t be able to serve someone long with sex, do you understand?”
The madam blushed and nodded.
she knows.
But she wanted to know more about how the Ninth Princess could capture Ning Wuyan.
"Yesterday I smelled some spices and herbs in the toilet water, both of which came from our western region. I thought this should be an opportunity."
Wu Luan's words gave the old bustard an idea.
Flowers and plants from the Western Regions?
correct.
Didn't Ning Wuyan buy it at Hanshan Temple? Didn't he plan to grow the flowers and plants needed for perfume?
"Master, do you still remember what I told you about how the connections we had managed to build were cut off due to the deposing of the crown prince?"
Remember.
Wu Luan was very depressed when he mentioned this matter.
Father and his subordinates don't know where the fault is.
They sneaked into Daxing to establish diplomatic relations, and the purpose of accumulating contacts was not to destroy Daxing or anything else, but so that when Kucha wanted to establish friendly relations with Daxing, these people could speak for Kucha in front of Emperor Daxing.
These people are so good, they have a big appetite, and they want to take advantage of the dragon's power!
In one fell swoop, all the capital that Jinling had accumulated over the past ten years was consumed, and she had to give up the development of Jing'an City and come to Jinling for emergency relief.
Fortunately, it is a worthwhile trip to be able to see the grace of Daxing Shixian with one's own eyes.
"master?"
"Listen, when I smelled the mint yesterday, I thought about the people before restarting it. One year has passed, the case has been closed, and the Daxing crown prince is about to be established. They are considered safe. Let's find a chance. , let them work for Mr. Zhangjiazhuang Ning."
Wu Luan always felt that.
The future development of Daxing Commerce will likely be witnessed by these flower farmers.
After receiving Wu Luan's affirmative reply, the madam beamed.
The master is not willing to lower his stature to serve Ning Wuyan, but those flower farmers can.
"Master, should you go or should I go?"
The madam felt that this favor should be sold by the master in order to maximize the benefits.
unexpectedly.
This question of hers made Wu Luan glance at her sideways.
"Qiuniang, the case is closed, and the former prince is deposed. It is true that no one will hold you accountable for your attempt to join the princeling party. However, those flower farmers are still suspicious of absconding in fear of crime. Do you think this favor from you is important? , or is it more important that you and I are innocent?"
Wu Luan was always eager for quick success and quick gain from the old bustard, and she felt helpless.
But she could understand.
The situation in Qiuci Kingdom was so pressing that not only the madam was anxious, but she was also anxious.
"Go to Shen's shop diagonally opposite to buy some ice drinks and come back."
Wu Luan's sudden instruction seemed to mean nothing, but the Madam still felt a chill.
Ninth Princess, you’re angry!
The old bustard carefully considered what the Ninth Princess said and realized his mistake.
He quickly called for help and bought a few bowls of ice drinks.
The weather was so hot, she had to suppress her anger.
"There are also two people who are feeding the horses in the backyard. Call them here. They have not been feeding the horses carefully these past few days. One horse has lost several pounds. If they continue to feed the horses like this, they will feed the horses to death. Tell them to pack up and get out. Don't bother me by staying in the Xiaosha Pavilion!"
…
Swish swish swish.
In the sultry afternoon, coupled with a full lunch, my eyelids are always fighting, challenging my willpower to take a nap.
Ning Wuyan flipped through the account books, gritted his teeth to stifle a yawn, and leaned his face into the ice basin placed next to him, trying to wake up his brain with the coolness.
Who knew that Shen Youchu next to him suddenly yawned at this moment.
Due to the infection, his back molars were barely broken, and he finally opened his mouth.
"Aha..."
"Fifth brother! Look! Zhaodi and I are back!"
