In Li Mansion, a servant hurriedly ran to the study door and opened his mouth to report. As soon as he finished speaking, the door opened with a creak.
"What did you say!" Although he heard clearly, Li Gefei still asked in disbelief.
"Tell me, sir, the girl is missing."
"Gone, where did you go?"
"this……"
The servant seemed to be hesitant to speak and stammered for a long time, unable to speak.
"Trash, go call Liang Zhen."
"Master, wait a moment, the little one will go right away."
The servant suddenly felt as if he had been granted amnesty and hurriedly turned around and left.
"Disappeared, ran away from home?" Li Gefei frowned, vaguely seemed to understand something, and murmured,
"Daughter, daughter, why are you doing this? Dad is doing it for your own good."
My daughter has always been stubborn, and she is no less willing to give in than her son in many areas. It is not unusual for her to do such a thing, but where will she go?
While he was thinking, Lao Liang strode forward and saluted,
"I've met the master."
"Zhao'er is missing, do you know where she went?"
"Chu Mansion."
As if he was well prepared, Lao Liang looked calm and spoke out without any concealment.
"Chu..."
Hearing such an answer, Li Gefei almost fainted from anger. He felt a bad breath stuck in his chest and felt extremely uncomfortable. He ran away from home and ran directly to the next door. This was obviously done to him deliberately.
"Sir, my eldest sister is gone, what's going on?" At this time, Mrs. Wang also hurried over accompanied by her maid, asking eagerly.
"What else can there be? This unfilial girl is crazy and wants to make me angry to death." In front of so many servants, Li Gefei did not say anything clearly, he just snorted coldly, and then returned to the study angrily.
"You all go down. Also, please be careful not to spread this matter to anyone. If I hear any rumors, don't blame me for being ruthless."
Wang gave a warning, so the servants naturally did not dare to stay and retreated one after another. At this time, she also walked into the study.
The lights flickered, reflecting Li Gefei's slightly older face. He didn't know what he was thinking at this time, and his expression was changing.
"Eldest sister left suddenly at this time? Was it because of something during the day?" Wang walked closer and asked softly.
"They have all gone directly to the house next door. What else could it be besides this?" Li Gefei suddenly sighed and continued:
"This girl has been spoiled by me since she was a child. She is willful and self-willed, and even ten cows cannot pull her back from her decisions."
"Then what should we do? The eldest sister has not left the cabinet yet? Wouldn't it be a loss of reputation to go to the Chu Mansion at night?" Wang suddenly couldn't sit still and said immediately,
"No, we must find her back."
"Wait." Li Kefei said immediately, and even stretched out his hand to stop the other party.
"Isn't this urgent? Let me think about it again."
"Master, what do you mean by this?" Mrs. Wang was a little surprised. It's this time. Shouldn't it be more important to get her daughter back as soon as possible? What else should she consider?
"Nowadays, the turmoil in the court is gradually rising, so I have to be careful." Li Gefei frowned and replied.
"Sir, you are referring to the memorial from Minister Zhao of the Ministry of Civil Affairs yesterday?"
"Yes." His wife had an extraordinary background, and it was not unusual for her to have such knowledge. Therefore, Li Gefei did not hide anything and continued,
"Zhao Tingzhi suggested that no one from the clan should marry a daughter of the old party. It is obvious that he is not interested in drinking."
"Is he testing?" Wang's expression changed slightly and asked,
"Is it possible that there is going to be another party dispute? What about the officials? Have they shown any intentions?"
"This is also what I don't understand." Li Gefei shook his head.
"It's not just me, there is no one in the court who is not doubtful. After the official ascended the throne, his words and deeds are completely different from those during the Duan Dynasty. It is not an exaggeration to say that it is unfathomable."
After a pause, he continued,
"Let's just talk about Zhang Xiang. He strongly opposed it at the beginning. It is reasonable that he would be liquidated afterwards. Almost everyone inside and outside the court thought so. However, the fact is exactly the opposite. The officials seemed to have forgotten the matter and did not mention it.
I mentioned that not a single person in the New Party has ever been criticized."
"Does the official family intend to continue the reform path of the late emperor?"
"Not necessarily." Li Gefei shook his head again.
"The official family entrusted the entire harem to Empress Dowager Xiang, and revived the former Empress Meng. This shows that they also attach great importance to the old party."
"this……"
The Wang family was confused. Both parties paid attention to it. What did this mean? Could it be that they were trying to please both sides? Obviously, this was impossible. The interests of countless people were involved, how could it be solved so easily?
Li Gefei glanced at his wife and understood that she was probably just like him, having a hard time guessing the official's thoughts, and then said:
"Then, Mr. Chu, making friends with officials as a Taoist priest is not the right way. If you are not careful, you may be overturned. How can you have a deep friendship like this? Unfortunately, Zhao'er is too stubborn and insists on getting involved with the other party.
"
"How can I be sure that the other party has fallen out of favor? You know, he is really capable, far beyond those fake Taoist priests who pretend to be gods and ghosts?"
"If you are really favored, why is it that when an official ascends the throne, there is no reward at all, or even a mention? Come to think of it, there must be something bad that Chu boy did that made the official unhappy." Li Gefei shook his head slightly.
,
"His status is very sensitive now, and there are constant rumors in the capital. As a member of the Su clan, I have to be cautious in everything."
"That's why I proposed that I find a good family for my eldest sister to marry into." Mrs. Wang looked stunned and then said,
"In this case, it is even more important to call the eldest sister back. If it takes a while, I'm afraid it will be too late."
"I think so too." Li Gefei smiled bitterly,
"But, is the Chu Mansion an ordinary family? Young Master Chu has his eyes above his head and does not put anyone in his eyes, not even the former emperor. He refused casually. Since Zhao'er has already entered, it is
We have been accepted by the other party, but if we are determined not to come back, there is nothing we can do."
"Then what should we do? We can't just wait and see like this, right?"
"What else can I do? I have to leave it to fate." Li Gefei sighed again.
"I hope that Mr. Chu has not lost the favor of the officials, otherwise, the problem will be serious."
As the night got darker, the Li Mansion was in chaos for a while, but there was no movement from beginning to end. As the owner, Li Gefei and his wife seemed to be unaware of the matter, and they chose to remain silent.
Chu Mansion, guest room.
At this time, Li Qingzhao was sitting on the side of the soft bed, holding his knees with his hands, and was lost in thought.
"I'm really crazy, actually... actually..."
As if thinking of some of his previous bold moves, his cheeks turned red again, and they didn't go away for a long time.
"Girl, have you eaten?" The door suddenly opened, but Xiaohuan walked in carrying a tray with wine and food on it. He placed it on the table one after another and said,
"Master Chu personally ordered the cook to make this. He said it will definitely suit the girl's taste."
"He ordered it himself!"
Li Qingzhao's originally somewhat messy mind was suddenly attracted. He turned around and looked over. What he saw was four extremely exquisite dishes. In addition, there was a white jade bottle, and he could faintly smell the slightest smell.
Intoxicating aroma of wine.
"How did he know about my penchant for drinking?"
Li Qingzhao was a little puzzled, and then thought that being greedy for the things in the cup was not in line with the image of a lady. Would the other party dislike him for this?
"He asked you to bring wine, but did he say anything?"
"Master Chu said that not only is the girl's talent as high as the sky, but she is also stunningly beautiful. Even the wine she drinks is as good as that of the Shixian. She is truly the most amazing woman of all time!"
"He...he really said that?"
Hearing such a high praise, Li Qingzhao was filled with embarrassment and joy, and his cheeks became hot again. However, the next moment, he heard Xiaohuan burst into laughter and said,
"That's what I said, haha."
"Ah, you damn girl, you dare to make fun of me, I can't see you being taught a lesson."
Li Qingzhao was so ashamed and angry that he hugged the other person in his arms and started to use the 'Eagle Claw Hand'. For a while, laughter and begging for mercy continued one after another.
After a long time, he seemed to be a little tired. He loosened his arms and finally let go of the other party, but he still said with unforgiving 'threat':
"Tell me, do you still dare to do it in the future?"
"I don't dare anymore, I don't dare anymore. Girl...girl, I was wrong, I don't dare anymore."
Xiaohuan felt weak all over and immediately surrendered. However, from the corner of his eye, he secretly looked at his girl, as if he was sizing up something.
"Stop looking, I'm fine."
Li Qingzhao sighed, but he was inexplicably moved in his heart. With her intelligence, she couldn't see that Xiaohuan was worried that she couldn't think about what happened during the day, so she deliberately teased herself so that she could vent her anger.
"Is it really okay?" Xiao Huan was a little unsure and then asked tentatively,
"Then if I don't let go, what if I have to let you get married to another family?"
"I..." When it came to business, Li Qingzhao's expression suddenly changed and he said fiercely,
"Then I will never go back."
"So, don't you want to stay here forever?" Xiaohuan said again, but from the corner of his eye, he saw his girl's expression faintly moving, and then she said with a smile,
"That's fine. The girl and Mr. Chu know each other and love each other, and the lovers will eventually get married. It should be the best story in the world."
"You... stop talking nonsense. Who likes him?" Xiaohuan said so bluntly that even Li Qingzhao couldn't bear it and said insincerely.
"I don't like it." Xiaohuan nodded, looking like he suddenly understood.
"Well, I'll tell Mr. Chu that the girl doesn't like him at all and tell him not to think too much about it."
"You damn girl, you're making fun of me again."
Li Qingzhao's eyes widened and she gave the other party a fierce look, but did not make any move. She knew that the other party was just joking and would not really say nonsense.
Xiaohuan smiled, but his expression suddenly became serious:
"Girl, if you really plan to stay in Chu Mansion, this... this is a bit inappropriate."
"I know what you are worried about." Li Qingzhao shook his head slightly. He moved in so easily, even if it was what he wanted, it would leave a frivolous impression.
"Don't worry, I just expressed my attitude to dad and completely dispelled his messy thoughts, and then I will go back."
"Huh...that's good."
Xiao Huan immediately breathed a sigh of relief. His girl's talent and beauty were unparalleled in the world, so she couldn't be too casual. Otherwise, even if she finally entered the Chu Mansion, she would not be cherished.
Thinking of this, the topic changed,
"Girl, sit down quickly and try the craftsmanship of Mrs. Feng of Chu Mansion. I heard from Xiaocui that she was originally a famous cook in Bianjing City. Later, she got the true instructions from Mr. Chu, so the dishes she cooks must be excellent.
"
"He can also cook?" Li Qingzhao asked in surprise.
"It should be so, maybe there are some secrets or something." Xiao Huan was not sure either.
"Girl, don't think too much, try it first, otherwise it will get cold."
Li Qingzhao nodded, and then sat down. At this moment, he looked at the four dishes on the table, and his eyes couldn't help but shine. He was indeed a good cook. Although it was just an ordinary side dish, it was extremely beautifully cooked and tasted delicious.
Picking up a piece of jade-like green vegetable, he opened his teeth slightly and took a bite. In an instant, his bright eyes suddenly narrowed, and an indescribable wonderful taste filled his mouth, leaving him with endless aftertaste.
"How is it? Is it as powerful as Xiao Cui said?"
"tasty."
Li Qingzhao praised it without hesitation, no longer hesitated in his hands, and quickly started to move it.
"Try this fine wine again. I heard it is the best quality treasured in the Chu Mansion. Its name is 'Xian Ling Zui'."
Seeing her girl's appetite, Xiao Huan couldn't help but feel happy. Apparently, everything was really fine. She picked up the white jade jug on the side and slowly poured a glass. In an instant, the aroma of wine overflowed.
"Elegant and fragrant, as ethereal as a fairy. This unique wine aroma alone is hard to find in the world."
"Of course. I heard from Xiaocui that this is not an ordinary wine. It contains many spiritual things. After drinking it, it is very nourishing for the body." Xiaohuan explained with a smile and added,
"However, this wine has a strong stamina. Ordinary people can only drink up to three glasses at a time. Do not overdose."
"Only three cups!" Li Qingzhao is a good drinker, so he couldn't help but feel a little pity when he heard this. He picked up the jade-white cup and took a sip, and said with a happy expression,
"Good wine, it really lives up to its reputation as a drunken spirit."
As he said that, he couldn't help but raise his glass directly and drank it all in one gulp.
"Hey, girl, please slow down."
Xiao Huan quickly reminded her that she knew her girl best. Every time she got into the mood for a drink, she would no longer worry about it until she got drunk.
On weekdays, it doesn't matter in his own boudoir, but this is in the Chu Mansion. If Mr. Chu sees the girl's drunken state, wouldn't it leave a bad impression?
"Don't worry, it's okay."
Li Qingzhao knew what the other party was worried about, but he didn't care. No one is perfect, everyone has advantages and disadvantages. Facing Chu Feng, he just wanted to show his truest side and didn't want to hide it.
.
As he said that, he took the wine bottle and poured another glass.
Xiaohuan didn't know her girl's true thoughts, so she just assumed that her interest had come back and she would definitely get drunk again tonight. She couldn't stop her, so she simply let it go.
At the same time, I was also secretly guessing in my heart that although I had vented once before, I had not completely let go after all, and wanted to get drunk.
Sure enough, less than a moment later, as he drank one cup after another of fairy drunkenness, Li Qingzhao was already drunk and hazy, his eyes were flowing, and his smooth jade cheeks were pink and delicate, which was extremely moving.
"Why……"
Seeing his girl's familiar drunken state, Xiaohuan's eyes showed helplessness, he stood up and supported her and said: