The setting sun gradually set, reflecting the sky red. Ding Wenruo walked in the afterglow, lightly lifting her pleated skirt, stepping on the thick ginkgo leaves on the ground, making a rustling sound under her feet.
After a day of classes, the teachers at Zhixingyuan were very knowledgeable and talked too much. Many things could not be digested at the moment. Ding Wenruo smoothed the hair that had been blown by the wind on his cheeks, thinking that he would have to ask his father for advice on some questions when he returned home.
Gu Qingzhou followed lightly from behind, but the subtle footsteps were still heard by the sensitive girl. Ding Wenruo turned around, a trace of displeasure flashed on his beautiful face.
"Wen Ruo, you're tired after a day of classes. Can you please have a meal together? I know that there is a new Zhongji restaurant near Lijingmen that is very good. It should suit your taste. Let's go and try it. ?" Gu Qingzhou said softly with a smile.
When Ding Wenruo saw that he was pestering him again, his pretty face turned cold and he walked faster: "Gu Guogong, please don't do this again. If it happens again, I will definitely tell my father...!"
The cold wind blew by, and many ginkgo leaves fell from the trees. Gu Qingzhou felt that his heart was a little cold due to the wind.
Half a year ago, Gu Qingzhou and a group of dandy friends were wandering around Xuanrenmen Street after having a good meal. They accidentally spotted Ding Wenruo who was shopping. He was shocked at the sight and approached him enthusiastically to chat.
Ding Wenruo saw a group of swingers beside him. Some were disheveled and drunk, some were showing off poetry and pretending to be chic, and some even had squinting eyebrows and squinting, whistling frivolously at her. Ding Wenruo felt very disgusted.
Gu Qingzhou was still entangled, and secretly followed Ding Wenruo's guards to come out to protect him. The two groups of people went from pushing and shoving to fighting each other with fists and kicks.
Gu Qingzhou and other young men were no match for the guards. A group of them were beaten to a pulp.
At this moment, Gu Qingzhou's guards arrived, and the guards from both sides fought fiercely. Some of these people were still masters of the Hedao Realm. They were evenly matched and fought in the street. The fight was fierce with swords and swords, fists and kicks. The crowd of onlookers soon filled Xuanrenmen Street.
Su Qiu, the chief arrester of the Six Gates of Kyoto, noticed that there was a fight between Hedao realm masters in the city. He took people to check and found that people from Gu Guogong's Mansion and the Prime Minister's Mansion were actually fighting each other. After asking about the cause of the matter, he couldn't help but smile bitterly and helplessly. He mobilized a large number of people from the six sects and finally persuaded both parties to leave.
When Ding Wenruo's father, Ding Feiyong, found out about this, his face turned livid and he stormed into the Duke's Mansion alone in anger, frightening the servants and maids in the manor who did not dare to stop him.
When Ding Feiyong saw Gu Qingzhou, without saying a word, he slapped his handsome face hard.
Gu Qingzhou touched the hot cheek that had been beaten, and looked at the departing figure of Ding Feiyong, who he wanted to call father-in-law. He gritted his teeth secretly, and with a heartbroken heart, he ran to the emperor, knelt down and begged the emperor to act as a matchmaker and marry Ding Wenruo. Own.
Chen Emperor Zhao Chang felt a headache. Gu Qingzhou's grandfather was the overlord of the Green Forest in the previous dynasty. Later, he revolted with the late emperor. When the late emperor was trapped in Panlong Ridge, in order to protect the late emperor, he stood in front of the late emperor and was hit by dozens of arrows and died. , Later, Chen Jianguo was granted the title of Duke of the country.
Gu Qingzhou's father, Gu Rentang, was once the minister of the Ministry of Industry. His mother died in childbirth when she was giving birth to Gu Qingzhou. Gu Rentang was busy with official duties and never remarried. Later, he became ill from overwork and left Hexi before he was forty, pitiful for a country. There is only one child left in the palace who is less than ten years old.
Gu Qingzhou has lacked restraint since he was a child. Although he is not arrogant and domineering, he has also been infected with the bad habits of many playboys, often provoking troubles and looking for flowers.
The Gu family devoted themselves to the Chen Empire. If Gu Qingzhou wanted to marry another woman, Emperor Chen would definitely agree immediately, but if he wanted to marry the granddaughter of the Prime Minister, Prime Minister Ding Fengyuan would definitely not agree.
Emperor Chen helplessly comforted Gu Qingzhou, as long as you can get Ding Wenruo's consent and you two are in love, I will personally go to the Prime Minister's Mansion to act as a matchmaker for you.
From then on, Gu Qingzhou never forgot Ding Wenruo, but he did not dare to pester him anymore. Later, he found out that Ding Wen wanted to study in Zhixingyuan, and thought it was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. In order to be able to marry Fangze, he went to ask Wei Zhilin to also study in Zhixingyuan.
Wei Zhilin had great respect and admiration for Gu Qingzhou's grandfather and father. He thought that the prodigal son had finally changed his past, changed his mind and wanted to work hard, so he followed his wishes.
At this time, hearing Ding Wenruo say that he wanted to tell his father, Gu Qingzhou thought of the hot slap that day, but did not dare to do it again. He watched Wenruo leave Zhixingyuan and get on the carriage of the Prime Minister's Mansion.
Gu Qingzhou was very depressed and wanted to go find his old friends to drink away his sorrows. He happened to see Bi Yunfei coming out of the school. Gu Qingzhou greeted him, put his arm around his shoulders affectionately, and wanted to take him to have a drink.
Daguan Tower is a well-known restaurant in the imperial capital. It is not an isolated building, but several pavilions and pavilions connected in a row. It overlooks the majestic Luo River with thousands of sails racing by. Where people ascend to drink.
Approaching the Grand View Tower, you can see carved eaves reflecting the sun and painted buildings with flying clouds. The green lantern is connected to the lower window, and the emerald curtain is higher than the window. To kill the drunkenness, I only teach my beloved Yule to ride a horse, and the maid has a golden plate with carps, and there are drums, harps and shengs inside, which is very lively.
Bi Yunfei followed Gu Qingzhou into the lobby of the restaurant. There were several thick pillars in the hall, red curtains rippled in the wind, and the surrounding walls were made of unknown sculptures, shining with golden light.
A huge peony is surrounded by a coral fence in the middle. Its green branches and leaves are verdant, but they are carved from jade. The texture on the leaves is clearly visible. The huge petals made of white jade shine with a warm and intoxicating light. Red, green, and purple are precious, but the stamens of this peony are carved from purple jade, shining like a dragon's whiskers. Just this ornament is priceless, and you can imagine the luxury of the Grand View Tower.
Bi Yunfei followed Gu Qingzhou as he walked and watched until he reached the stairs leading to the second floor. He stepped on the scarlet Persian carpet under his feet, and two words kept popping up in his mind: luxury! Seeing the guests coming in and out who were either rich or expensive, Bi Yunfei couldn't help but feel anxious and a little ashamed of himself.
Gu Qingzhou looked around and coughed slightly. The sharp-eyed boy quickly stepped forward to greet him warmly, with a flattering smile on his face, shouting that the Duke of the country was here again to enjoy the glory, and the plum blossoms were shining brightly.
Gu Qingzhou raised his chin high and ordered to quickly arrange the food and drinks. Just pick the best ones and order a jar of aged Dukang to be delivered to Guanyun Pavilion. After that, he walked upstairs in a familiar way.
At this time, the restaurant owner came over in a panic. He was chubby and wearing a copper-money crane robe. He smiled kindly and said, "My lord, Guanyun Pavilion was booked yesterday. Why don't you move over to the restaurant?" How about Yuxuan? A jar of Dukang’s aged wine is considered a small shop that honors the Duke!"
Gu Qingzhou was in a bad mood today, but he walked up the stairs without looking back: "Don't you see who I am? Which blind person dares to rob me? Just arrange the food and drinks, don't worry about the rest."
The shopkeepers suddenly became one and two big. The Duke did not dare to offend, and the Shangshu Mansion, who had decided to Guanyun Pavilion, could not afford to offend. It seemed that there was another fight between gods and gods today. I hope it would not affect other guests in the restaurant. He tugged at his sparse beard with a frown on his face, and helplessly ordered the waiter to quickly arrange the food and drinks.
Cui Mengshu is very happy recently, and his injury is almost healed. He is the only son in the family, and his father, Cui Lishen, the Minister of Household Affairs, is very doting on him. A few days ago, he asked the old lady of the Cui family for a magical elixir from the Shengxian Valley for him to take.
The elixirs of Shengxian Valley are very famous, and they have always been priceless. No matter how rich you are, you may not be able to buy them. Only the top-quality medicinal materials, secret books of skills, rare treasures, or magical weapons that Shengxian Valley likes can be purchased. Only then can they be exchanged for equal value.
Although the Cui family of Fanyang County is a famous family with a profound heritage, they only have a few treasures. The effect of Cui Meng's book-clothing was amazing. His sternum healed at an extraordinary speed, and his movements were no longer affected. He thought he would be able to enroll in Zhixingyuan in the near future.
Today, my cousin Cui Zhixia actually sent someone an invitation, and Cui Mengshu was flattered. Cui Zhixia's father is Cui Yizhong, the Minister of Civil Affairs, the head of the six departments. Cui Zhixia is also good at both civil and martial arts. He has been outstanding in learning since childhood. He realized the vitality at the age of six and entered the realm of Qi training in one day. He is famous all over the world and is already a member of the Cui family. A leader of the younger generation.
Cui Mengshu was extremely excited to receive an invitation from Cui Zhixia, the leader of the younger generation of the Cui family.
In order to go to the dinner date at Daguanlou, he started to prepare after noon. The maid changed several clothes while waiting on him. He also chose the headscarf, belt and boots, so that he could not wear them too ostentatiously and overshadow Cui Zhixia's. In the limelight, one should not be too low-key and bury one's own style among the many tribesmen.
The maids were so busy that they were sweating profusely. Cui Mengshu finally got dressed. It was already dark. He hurriedly ordered the carriage and went out.
Cui Mengshu rushed to the Grand View Tower and saw four brothers from the clan waiting at the door. Cui Heng, the son of Cui Xianzhi, the censor, Cui Yikang, the son of Cui Changgong, the minister of Zhongshu, Cui Cun, the son of Cui Youzhen, the young minister of Taifu Temple, and Cui Yanrong, the son of Cui Quanyou, the manager of the Cui family bank.
He stepped forward to say hello, and then waited with everyone for Cui Zhixia's arrival.
After a stick of incense, Cui Zhixia's carriage came slowly. Two tall white horses pulled the carriage, and the driver dressed in green clothes and a small hat held the reins. The carriage made of red sandalwood was carved with exquisite patterns, which was eye-catchingly luxurious.
The car curtain was lifted up to reveal a handsome face, with eyebrows at the temples and narrow eyes, somewhat similar to Cui Mengshu. Cui Zhixia pursed her thin lips and stepped out of the carriage coldly. Everyone hurriedly greeted him and surrounded him as if they were flattering and entered the Grand View Tower.
When the shopkeeper saw everyone in the Cui family, he secretly complained in his heart, and quickly stepped forward to explain that Gu Guogong had entered Guanyun Pavilion.
Cui Zhixia raised her eyebrows and without saying a word, she led a group of Cui family disciples upstairs.
Cui Zhixia understood Gu Qingzhou's temper and character, but he didn't want to lose face in front of his brothers. Entering the room, Cui Zhixia introduced himself to his house and said that the room had been booked yesterday. According to the first-come, first-served rule, Gu Qingzhou asked Gu Qingzhou to make room for him, and said that this table of food and wine would be mine.
Gu Qingzhou was already three-thirds drunk from drinking, and without looking at Cui Zhixia, he continued to clink glasses with Bi Yunfei while shouting. He knew in his heart that this man was the son that Cui Yizhong, the Minister of Civil Affairs, valued very much. The Cui family of Fanyang County had gradually taken off in the court in recent years. The Cui family's children had become more arrogant and domineering, and he had long been disgusted with their tyranny and even bullying.
Gu Qingzhou didn't even lift his butt, he just sat there in a dignified manner, raised his head and drank a glass of wine, thinking to himself, what can you do to me? Even the royal family owes me the Gu family. I won't be afraid if you go to the emperor to complain.
Cui Zhixia's face was as gloomy as water, and the flesh on the side of her cheeks was bulging. She was obviously suppressing the anger in her heart.
Several Cui family disciples followed his lead and stood aside without daring to breathe. The atmosphere in the room became very suffocating and strange.
Where has Bi Yunfei seen such a battle? On one side were the disciples of the Shangshu Mansion, and Gu Qingzhou was actually the Duke of the country. These were all high and mighty figures, and they all appeared in front of him like a dream.
He grew up in the countryside. His father died early, and it was his mother who raised him. He rarely even went to the county seat, and the biggest official he ever met was just the village security chief.
Seeing the tense situation between the two sides, Bi Yunfei couldn't help but feel very nervous, and the hand holding the cup trembled slightly.
