The conversation among everyone seemed to be quite harmonious. Su Qi'an naturally dropped the subject when asking about the restoration of royal status.
During this period, the three of them frequently raised their glasses to show respect, and Su Qian also raised their glasses in return.
After three drinks, everyone drank about the same amount, Su Qian stood up and prepared to leave.
At this time, a maid in charge of serving food seemed to be too tired from standing. She suddenly fell down in front of everyone, and the food in her hand fell all over the floor.
The atmosphere that was quite harmonious just now suddenly became much colder. Sun Xing showed a cold look on his face and cursed at the maid.
"What's the point of eating something with no eyes? It's really disappointing. Someone, please drag me out, so as not to disturb Mr. Su's interest."
When Sun Xing spoke, the maid's face turned pale, her body was trembling, and she kept kowtowing to beg for mercy.
As a maid, she knew very well what would happen if she was dragged away. She would have to shed her skin even if she didn't die.
Everyone was indifferent to the maid's pleading. After all, the status of the maid was sometimes inferior to that of ordinary civilians.
He was a slave in the mansion of a noble family. Even if he was beaten to death, no one would say anything.
This maid looked young, about fourteen or fifteen years old, with a pretty face. It was a pity that she had a master like Sun Xing.
A group of guards ignored the maid's begging for mercy and were directly picked up and prepared to be dragged away. During the struggle, the clothes were torn, especially the cuffs, exposing the white and tender arms.
Su Qian sighed. After all, he was a good young man who had received modern education. It was really difficult for him to remain indifferent while watching a maid being humiliated.
Su Qi'an didn't want to interfere, he just wanted to say a few words to at least save the life of this maid.
Su Qi'an glanced around, and just as he was saying something, his eyes were suddenly attracted by the maid's arm.
To be precise, I was attracted by a tattoo on my arm. This tattoo was square with the word "Fapeier" engraved on it.
Generally, those with such tattoos either have their families guilty of something, or they are descendants of refugees. Refugees like this will only gather near the border.
Su Qi'an's expression changed. He stared at the frightened maid, and a familiar feeling emerged in Su Qi'an's mind.
Su Qian's heart was pounding, but he hid it well, took a deep breath, and a smile appeared on his face.
Just when the maid was about to be dragged away, Su Qian's voice sounded softly.
"Wait a minute."
The three of them turned back and looked at Su Qi'an curiously. They did not expect that Su Qi'an would speak at this time.
It was understood that Su Qi'an was not a lecherous person. They were equally curious about what he wanted to say when he spoke at this time.
"The atmosphere of tonight's banquet is not bad. Don't get into trouble just because of a maid. How about this? Mr. Sun Hou and Fu Yin, why don't you buy me a favor? It happens that my house is occupied by some maids who are disturbing me. It looks perfect on her.”
"Oh, I didn't expect Uncle Su to be so kind-hearted and speak for a maid. This is really the maid's good luck." Fu Yin said with a smile on his face.
Su Qi'an remained calm and cursed the old fox in his heart. Sure enough, I came up as soon as I smelled it.
Su Qian'an looked away and said immediately, "Oh, Su just said it casually. After all, this person is a maid of the Sun family. I'm afraid it's inappropriate for Su to do this."
"In this case, I'll pretend that Su didn't mention this matter. If there's nothing else, I think it's getting late, so Su will leave."
After saying that, Su Qian stood up and walked towards the door without any intention of stopping.
Su Qi'an's decisiveness made the three of them a little stunned. They didn't expect Uncle Su to leave immediately without any room for maneuver.
Seeing this, Sun Wen stopped Su Qi'an and said quickly, "Uncle Su, don't be offended. This is because my uncle was a little rude and offended him. I will punish myself with this cup."
He drank it all in one gulp, and then continued, "The matter of the maid is a trivial matter. There is no need to hurt us for it. Uncle Su, doesn't he want this maid? No problem, someone will come and take this cheap maid away." delivered to
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"If Uncle Su feels that one is not enough, the Sun family can also provide a large number. The Sun family has many things to do, so Uncle Su can calm down."
As Sun Wen spoke, his eyes looked wildly, and Sun Xing and Fu Yin behind him also stood up and apologized to Su Qi'an.
Looking at the three people with sincere faces, Su Qi'an looked indifferent and snorted coldly, "Although Su is just a scholar, he also has his own temper. Forget it this time. If there is another trial, let's wait and see."
Immediately, Su Qian turned around and left with Su Yong without even looking at the three of them.
Who would have thought that what was supposed to be a good banquet would almost come to an end at the last moment because of a maid. If Sun Wen hadn't been so clever, it would have ended on bad terms just now.
Watching Su Qi'an leave, Sun Wen looked away, looked at Fu Yin, and asked with some confusion, "Uncle, why did you say you were so good at testing him? Look, if I hadn't reacted quickly, it would have been difficult to end it just now. Already."
"Yes, uncle, you are not always very steady. Why did you suddenly say what you just said? You are just a maid, and you are so stiff." Sun Xing on the side was also quite puzzled and complained a little.
At this time, Fu Yin also had a look of helplessness on his face. He shook his head and said, "Oh, you are still too young. Uncle Su is not that simple. In the officialdom, my uncle still has the ability to observe what is happening."
"When the maid appeared, Su Qian's expression changed obviously. Although he hid it well, I still saw it, so I couldn't help but test her. Who knew that Uncle Su had such a strong temper that he almost fell out."
"Uncle, maybe you are wrong. I don't think he has any special interest in his maid. If he is really interested, it is just as a bed-warming maid. After all, he is a man, and it is normal to have such needs."
Listening to Sun Wen's explanation, Fu Yin nodded, "Well, maybe, maybe my uncle made a mistake, but just in case, we can make some arrangements when sending a group of maids over."
Sun Wen understood and instantly understood what his uncle meant. He did not refuse. After all, if he could really find out something else, it might be of great use to them.
"By the way, uncle, I don't understand why you just told Su Qi'an about restoring his royal status. If he is restored, then our Sun family will be nothing more than a toy in his hand, to be manipulated as he pleases." Sun Xing asked.
The Fu Yin shook his head and sneered, "Humph, it's not that simple to restore the status of the royal family. Even if he can make great achievements, the people in the court will not let a rising royal noble go."
"The reason why my uncle mentioned it is to stir up his thoughts. If he insists on doing it, we can just be spectators and watch him become an enemy every step of the way and be eliminated. Wouldn't it be a pleasure?"
"By the way, in order to be prepared, I will report this matter to Zhao Guogong as soon as possible. I don't think we need to take action. Zhao Guogong can't wait for a long time. Let's just sit back and wait for the good show."
"Uncle is brilliant." Sun Wen and Sun Xing looked full of admiration.
Su Qi'an left Laixing Tower without stopping and returned directly to the other courtyard. Along with him, besides Su Yong, there was also the maid who was sent back in advance.
Not just one, but about twenty. According to the Sun family servants, they were afraid that Uncle Su would be dissatisfied, so they sent a batch directly according to the instructions of Master Sun Wen.
If Uncle Su is still lacking, just ask.
Su Qian nodded at Sun Wen's kindness, then turned around and went back to the room. Before going back to the room, he simply glanced at the maids.
Without saying a word during this period, he handed it over directly to Su Yong and led them to complete the task.
This scene made some maids' eyes flicker. Before leaving, they looked at Su Qian's room with the candles extinguished, wondering what they were thinking.
Su Qian stood in front of the window. The room was dark, with only the faint moonlight shining into the room through the gap.
Although it's not very bright, it's still somewhat dark, but this is what Su Qian wants. Read the book
Standing alone in a dark room, thinking quietly.
Suddenly, the door opened, and a figure walked into the room, stood behind Su Qi'an, and spoke.
"Sir, these maids have been settled according to your instructions. The maids were not treated differently and arranged together."
"Sir, look at when the screening of the maid will be carried out. After all, you won't be at ease if you have a group of informants in front of you."
Su Qi'an said, "It doesn't matter. Since the old fox Fu Yin wants to set up an informant, let him quibble for a while, and when the time comes, let him repay the Sun family tenfold."
"Let me tell you, brothers, you have to work a little harder tonight and be more alert. There will probably be a good show tonight."
"Sir, are you saying that someone will assassinate you at this time? Is it someone from the Sun family? They are so courageous." Su Yong was obviously a little surprised.
"In Kyoto, there are more than one Sun family who want my life. There are so many enemies on the border battlefield. I think at this time, they should know the news about my coming to Kyoto. It depends on who can't help but take action first."
"This group of people only knows how to fight among themselves. Damn it." Su Yong was a little angry.
Su Qi'an didn't say anything. After all, wherever there are people, there will be overt and covert struggles, especially in Kyoto, a power center like this, where people's hearts are sinister and deceitful. If you make one wrong move, you will be doomed.
This is unavoidable, and Su Qi'an is not that capable of stopping it at the moment. He just wants to protect himself now. No matter who comes, Su Qi'an will definitely make it impossible for them to come back.
Without answering this boring topic, Su Qian suddenly said, "Su Yong, do you still remember Lao Xu?"
Su Yong nodded, "Colonel Xu is our brother, and he is also the hero of Great Liang."
"Yes, I have always regretted Lao Xu's death. Before Lao Xu died, he asked me for something. I never told you that Lao Xu had a sister who was sold to Kyoto."
Xu Yong, who had always had no expression, suddenly thought of something when he heard Su Qian's words. He had a look of shock on his face and asked in disbelief.
"Sir, could it be that maid?"
