Lu Xuan also had a look of surprise on his face.
This was the first time, and it was surprising, because after Lu Bu's family was handed over to Gao Shun for placement, Lu Xuan didn't take care of it. He had been fighting outside before and returned to Shu County from Xuzhou, so Lu Xuan didn't pay attention.
Unexpectedly, Diao Chan took the initiative to invite.
Lu Xuan did not agree immediately and asked: "Lu Meng, did Diao Chan say anything?"
"No!"
Lu Meng shook his head and answered.
Lu Xuan thought for a while and ordered: "Get ready, let's go to Shuxiang Pavilion."
"Here!"
Lu Meng turned around to make arrangements.
After a while, Lu Xuan and Lu Meng left the Prefectural Shepherd's Mansion and headed towards Shuxiang Pavilion with Diao Chan's maid.
The location of Shuxiang Pavilion is not in the North City, but in the East City, close to the market.
Lu Xuan's carriage stopped at Shuxiang Pavilion. He took a look at Shuxiang Pavilion. This is a shop. Looking from the outside in, it looks antique, elegant and unique, with a scholarly atmosphere.
Lu Xuan entered Shuxiang Pavilion and saw Diao Chan sitting in the lobby.
Diao Chan wore plain clothes, a large cloak, and light makeup, giving her a very eye-catching look. Diao Chan sat here with her brows slightly furrowed, as if she had something on her mind. She was naturally a sight to behold.
The maid retreated.
Lu Meng and Zhou Tai also stood far away.
When Diao Chan saw Lu Xuan coming, her frown relaxed and a smile appeared on her face. In an instant, it seems as if spring has arrived and everything is coming to life; the heat of summer makes people's blood boil.
Diao Chan bowed and saluted: "I am Diao Chan, and I would like to pay my respects to Mr. Lu. Please come to Mr. Lu. Thank you for your hard work."
Lu Xuandao: "Miss Diaochan, you're welcome."
Diao Chan raised her brows. Lu Xuan's name for him was quite interesting. She did not ask further questions, but asked Lu Xuan to sit down. Then she poured tea for Lu Xuan and said with a smile: "My concubine's Shuxiang Pavilion is simple and doesn't have many books. Let Lu Shijun What a joke."
Lu Xuan said: "This is a humble house, but I am virtuous. Although I am in a humble house, as long as my mind is spotless, and I only need to be virtuous and righteous. I believe that even if there are few books and no great scholars come and go, it is still an elegant place."
Diao Chan's charming face became more serious.
His eyes were full of solemnity.
She clenched her hands quietly in her sleeves and asked, "Does Lu Shijun think that Diao Chan is a person who brings disaster to the country, and that beauty is a disaster?"
Lu Xuan looked at Diao Chan's serious look, shook his head and smiled and said, "My words are to praise you, but your own experience is strange, so you sensitively think that my words are aimed at you."
Diao Chan asked: "Isn't it?"
"of course not."
Lu Xuan spoke with determination.
He glanced at Diao Chan, who was still charming even though she was sulky, and said unhurriedly: "Since ancient times, it has been said that beauty brings disaster to the country and the people, and it is said that the destruction of the country and the family is caused by beauty. However, why didn't I expect that, Is this not happening to women, but to Hunjun?"
"I have always been shameless in putting all the responsibilities on women."
"For example, Diaochan you."
"As a woman, she was used by Wang Yun to implement a beauty trap to seduce Dong Zhuo and further drive a wedge between Dong Zhuo and Lu Bu. The hope of a country is pinned on women, and every man dare not stand up and fight. This is sad. .”
"I'm not blaming you, but because you had no choice in the troubled times and were reduced to goods, being used by others and extracting value from others. But you never felt sorry for yourself, but instead moved forward bravely."
Lu Xuan looked gentle and said, "So you should understand that I don't want to humiliate you, nor do I want to beat you."
There was a bright light in Diao Chan's eyes.
She was considered a disaster by many people.
He was also scolded by many people.
Now, Lu Xuan's words made Diao Chan feel grateful in her heart. This is the first person who does not think that he is a beauty who is a disaster, and no one thinks that she is a woman who is a disaster for the country and the people.
Diao Chan stood up again, bowed and said, "Regardless of what Lu Shijun said, whether it is true or false, Diao Chan is very grateful."
Lu Xuan said: "It doesn't have to be like this."
After a pause, Lu Xuan asked: "You invited me here today. What's the matter?"
Diao Chan said: "I have come to live in Shu County and have moved out to live alone in Shuxiang Pavilion. Therefore, I want to run Shuxiang Pavilion well, but there are not enough channels to purchase books and paper. I would like to ask Lu Shijun for help."
Lu Xuan was a little confused and asked: "Why did you move out alone in Shuxiang Pavilion when Miss Diao Chan and Lu Bu's family members were all together? Gao Shun must have settled you in the first place, right?"
A hint of gloom passed between Diao Chan's brows, and she laughed dumbly and said: "Lu Shijun, I'm not afraid of your jokes. When Marquis Wen was here, Marquis Wen's wife, Yan, treated me with all kinds of greetings, like a good sister. "
"Now that Marquis Wen is dead, the Yan family is in sole control. They are making things difficult for me everywhere and want to kick me out."
"I've always been proud."
"So, just move out."
"As for Gao Shun and the others, I have nothing to do with them. On the contrary, Yan and Gao Shun, the generals of Marquis Wen, all came from Bingzhou together, so they have a closer relationship. Under this premise, Gao Shun will not intervene. This is the greatest kindness to me."
Diao Chan's charming expression gradually became brighter and full of longing, and she laughed loudly: "So now, I live alone in Shuxiang Pavilion. This is quite good, clean and comfortable."
Lu Xuan nodded and said: "It is indeed good to be fearless, pure and comfortable. If you need a channel to purchase goods, I will give you a note. You can take it to Mi Zhu. After contacting Mi Zhu, the books and paper will be sold to you at a reasonable price. It’ll be high.”
"Thank you, Mr. Lu."
Diao Chan thanked her happily.
Lu Xuan asked Diao Chan again about her habit of living in Shu County, and then said proactively: "Miss Diao Chan, I have something else to do, so I'll go back first. If you have something to do, just come to me directly."
Diao Chan poured another cup of tea and said, "Why are you so anxious, Mr. Lu? Have another cup of tea."
Lu Xuan glanced at Diao Chan.
Somewhat unexpected.
He drank the tea with a smile and did not take the initiative to talk. He wanted to see what kind of medicine Diao Chan was selling in his gourd, and even asked for the purchase of new paper and books, she even let him stay.
Lu Xuan didn't speak, and Diao Chan didn't speak either. The atmosphere was actually a bit awkward.
When Diao Chan saw this situation, she was not restrained and took the initiative to change the topic and said something to compliment Lu Xuan. Lu Xuan answered in a non-committal manner.
Time passed quietly.
A quarter of an hour passed in the blink of an eye.
"Diao Chan, I'm telling you, if you don't give me money for protection, Shuxiang Pavilion won't be able to open. If it doesn't work, just be my boss's wife."
A roaring sound came from outside.
A middle-aged man with a strong build, a ferocious appearance, and greedy eyes strode in.
When Lu Xuan heard the voice of the visitor, he suddenly laughed. He understood Diao Chan's purpose of leaving him, and said with a smile: "Miss Diao Chan didn't let me leave, so it's because of this place."
Diao Chan looked guilty, and leaned forward and said: "I am alone, surrounded by jackals, there is nothing I can do. I am a weak woman, and when I come to do some business, there are people harassing me, so I can only ask Lu Shijun for help. I am rude, Please ask Lu Envoy Jun Haihan and Diao Chan to apologize to you."
Lu Xuan smiled and said: "I will help you solve it, you owe me two favors."
Diao Chan muttered, glanced at Lu Xuan angrily, and asked, "How can it be a relationship between two people?"
Seeing Diao Chan's charming expression, Lu Xuan's heart trembled and he said, "The first favor is that I open up channels for you to purchase goods. The second favor is that I solve the problem for you once and for all. Why can't it be the same?"
Diao Chan said: "Everyone who listens to Mr. Lu, only two."
