In Haoyue City, there is a garden called Yueranju.
Yueranju is the private property of Huo Weien, the proprietor of Zhenbao Pavilion. It is a place specially used to entertain distinguished guests.
Tonight, two guests came to Yueranjuli. One was named Samutege, and the other was the great prince of Muyue Kingdom, Kalugala.
Samutege was a stone merchant from the Muyue Kingdom. Because he learned that a giant statue of the Haoyue God was going to be built in Haoyue City, he went to great lengths to get to know the eldest prince Kalugala, and then successfully took over the supply of stones needed for the statue.
Business.
The introducer between them was Master Huo Weienhuo of Zhenbao Pavilion.
The table in the main hall of Yueranju is filled with a variety of dishes, which are not only colorful, but also fragrant, making your index fingers full.
There are three people sitting at the table. The eldest prince is Kalugala at the head of the table. To the left of Kalugala is Huo Weien, and to the back is the stone merchant Samutege.
With a smile on his face, Samutege picked up his wine glass and toasted the two of them. Then he began to thank Mr. Huo for his recommendation and the eldest prince Kalugala for choosing the stone he provided. In fact, he was trying to please Flattery, from start to finish.
The last part is almost all clichés, and they are scene talk that makes your ears almost get calloused.
But Kalugala didn't mean to be bored with this. Samutege said that he was eating the food comfortably, always smiling, and enjoying it very much.
Huo Weien looked on and saw that Karugala was in a good mood, so he would add a sentence or two from time to time to please Karugala.
After talking for a while, the three of them raised their glasses and drank again.
While the wine glasses were put down and the maid behind came forward to pour wine for the three of them, Samutege started a new topic.
Samutege bowed his hands respectfully and said slowly: "Your Highness, the eldest prince, I heard that the eldest prince and concubine are very knowledgeable about artifacts carved from crystal stones, so I specially bought one in Mr. Huo's Treasure Pavilion today.
I hope the eldest prince and the eldest prince concubine can carefully appreciate and evaluate the batch of high-quality crystal stones after the craftsmen have designed and crafted them. I wonder what the eldest prince wants?"
"How do I know about crystal stones? Master Samutege is really joking, haha..."
As he said this, Karukala waved his hands and laughed softly.
Then, Kalugala added: "However, my wife does have a preference for various crystal stones and has some experience. I can call her over and watch them together."
"That would be great. I'll give the eldest prince another drink, thank you for thinking so highly of me." As he said that, Samutege picked up the wine glass, raised his head and drank it all.
Karugala picked up the wine glass and took a sip, then put it down with a smile.
Huo Weien also said at this time: "Eldest Prince, Master Samutege spent a lot of money this time. All the fine crystal stones in my treasure pavilion, big and small, were bought by Master Samutege.
It is said that he also hired a very famous sculptor, and I believe that the finished product will not disappoint the eldest prince and his concubine."
"That's right!" Karugala looked slightly surprised, then turned around and said, "Master Samutege, you are really thoughtful."
When Samutege heard what Kalugala said, his mood immediately improved, and he nodded hurriedly: "It should, it should."
In fact, Samutege had already found out from Huo Weien that the eldest princess did not have any in-depth research on artifacts made of crystal stones. She just had a special liking for them. It was a simple love, and she especially liked those.
Transparent and bright crystal stone.
So what Samutege just said about asking them to appreciate and criticize is actually just to do what they like and find a way to get closer to the eldest prince and the others.
While the three of them were chatting and eating and drinking, someone suddenly came outside the hall.
A maidservant hurriedly came to the outside of the hall, stood still, bowed her head and reported: "Sir, the shopkeeper of Zhenbao Pavilion is here, saying that he has something urgent to see you."
Huo Weien's expression suddenly became weak, and he said a little unhappy: "Why is he here? Doesn't he know that I am entertaining distinguished guests?"
The maidservant lowered her head and remained silent, not daring to answer casually.
Huo Weien thought for a while, waved his hand and said, "Let him wait. I'll see him again when this is over."
The maid immediately gave a blessing and turned around to pass on the message.
Unexpectedly, Kalugala suddenly said: "Wait a minute..."
When the maid heard the sound, she immediately stopped and turned around, respectfully waiting for Kaluga to give her instructions.
Kalugala looked at Huo Weien with a smile and said reasonably: "Mr. Huo, the shopkeeper of Zhenbao Pavilion is here at this time. He must have something important to tell you. You might as well ask him to come in and explain it to avoid delay."
"This..." Huo Weien hesitated immediately. He felt that this was inappropriate and seemed too rude.
"It's okay, Mr. Huo. We are so familiar with him, so it doesn't matter." Kalugala said generously.
Samu took advantage of every opportunity and immediately flattered him: "The eldest prince is so approachable, I really admire him."
"Where." Karugala smiled and waved.
Seeing that the eldest prince had said this, Huo Weien said to the maid: "Let him come in."
The maid responded and quickly went out to bring in the shopkeeper of Zhenbao Pavilion.
The shopkeeper of Zhenbao Pavilion came in and saluted respectfully: "I have seen the eldest prince before!"
Karukala just nodded slowly and said nothing more.
Later, the shopkeeper of Zhenbao Pavilion paid homage to Samutege and Huo Weien.
Huo Weien asked seriously: "What happened? Did you find yourself here?"
The shopkeeper of Zhenbao Pavilion wanted to whisper in Huo Weien's ear, but Huo Weien stretched out his hand to block him.
"If you have anything, just say it. Didn't you see the eldest prince here? What do you think of muttering?" Huo Weien was very unhappy.
The shopkeeper of Zhenbao Pavilion looked at Kalugala and Samutege, and had to say: "Sir, the box of fine crystal stones ordered by Master Samutege was... snatched away by the second prince.
Already."
"What?" Huo Weien was shocked.
After hearing this, Samutege was stunned for a moment, then stood up and asked urgently: "What did you say? Say it again!"
Karugala's expression also changed at this time. He really heard the words "Second Prince" spoken by the shopkeeper.
Afterwards, the shopkeeper of Zhenbao Pavilion explained in detail how Ahudala took away the crystal stone.
Karukala didn't wait to hear it before he had questions. He knew that except for his wife, no one in the royal family was so partial to crystal stones anymore, and Ahudala was even more of a type of person who had no interest in crystal stones.
Why are you doing this today?
Huo Weien still didn't believe it. He shook his head and said to the shopkeeper of Zhenbao Pavilion: "Why don't I believe what you said? The second prince is usually gentle and treats others with courtesy. How could he do such a thing?"
The shopkeeper of Zhenbao Pavilion suddenly became anxious, so he swore and swore: "Master, what I said is true. It is definitely the box of crystal stones that the second prince and the others stole. If the villain tells a lie, he will be thundered by the sky."
Cut to death!"
Only then did Huo Weien believe the words of the shopkeeper of Zhenbao Pavilion, and couldn't help but frown and look at Karugala who was sitting on the throne.
Although Karugala was not very interested in crystal stones, he was somewhat unhappy after learning about this matter.
After a moment of silence, Kalugala asked the shopkeeper: "Have you ever asked the second prince why you need this box of crystal stones so urgently?"
The shopkeeper of Zhenbao Pavilion said: "Back to the eldest prince, the second prince only said that it was urgently needed, but he didn't say where the urgent need was specifically. The villain did not dare to ask, let alone let anyone stop him, he could only...
He can only take it away."
After saying that, the shopkeeper of Zhenbao Pavilion bowed his head and remained silent.
"Okay, I understand this." Karugala's tone suddenly became understated.
Huo Weien hurriedly waved his hand to the shopkeeper of Zhenbao Pavilion, signaling him to leave immediately.
The shopkeeper of Zhenbao Pavilion didn't want to stay any longer. He hurriedly apologized and exited the main hall, disappearing quickly.