Chapter 35 Unexpected Clues
Zhao Duan followed Zhuer away and went to the back house.
It wasn't until he walked away that the frozen air in the room circulated again.
"Wow--" The remaining drinkers stood up one after another, and the cups and plates were played, which was extremely unexpected.
"It's so..."
"Hiss... what kind of poem did Mr. Zhao write? He actually defeated Li Caizi..."
"Hiding it deeply, could it be that he drank in a low-key manner before and his talent was not shown, just because he was too lazy to fight with us and decided to make the final decision at the last moment?"
The regular patrons were thinking about it one after another, trying to find rationality for Xiaoya's choice.
A newcomer said angrily:
"There must be a shady story. I didn't expect that the master here would judge people by their appearance!"
Hearing this, the regular patrons nearby turned their guns and defended Xiaoya. Most of them said:
Miss Xiaoya is by no means a shallow person, she must be a great talent like Mr. Zhao.
At this time, the benefits of character management are reflected. Xiaoya has already established a reputation of "valuing only talent" in the past.
Therefore, if something like this happens occasionally, fans will respond.
"Brother, you are close to that person. Tell me, what kind of shocking poem is it?" The newcomer was furious and came to Dong Shusheng to ask.
For a time, everyone else also looked at it.
Including the ugly-faced Mr. Li, who tried to maintain his grace, also came and asked:
"Brother, can you tell me something, so that I can make it clear?"
Scholar Dong was silent for a moment, stood up slowly, dusted off his robe, looked around at everyone, and said:
"Zhao Gongzi's poems are thought-provoking. You don't need to ask in detail. I'm far behind!"
After saying that, he turned around and left without any nostalgia.
Only a group of guests were left looking at each other.
At this moment, Shusheng Dong had a profound realization, and his infatuation with Xiaoya disappeared.
The so-called only looking at talent is just a personality after all, Dong Shusheng laughed at himself.
Also, if she is really a talented and outstanding woman, how can she lower her dignity and take the initiative to welcome these "benefactors"?
"Brother Zhao's words awakened the man in his dream. He is really my master."
As Shusheng Dong walked in the night, he felt that the principles he had learned through years of hard study were not as thorough as Zhao Duan's words.
He walked out of the alley and walked two streets, but saw a luxurious carriage parked here. Two capable servants lowered their heads:
"Young Master!"
Shusheng Dong said "En", and his original restrained and ordinary attitude was replaced by the nobility of a child from a wealthy family.
He entered the carriage, changed into a well-made robe that cost a lot of money with just a jade pendant, and said:
"Go home."
A close servant noticed that his mood was not right and thought carefully:
"Young Master, if you want a mere 'talented girl', just order someone to call her out. How dare she disobey? Why is she like this..."
Scholar Dong waved his hand and suddenly said:
"Do you know where the big families named Zhao are in the capital..."
Halfway through, he closed his mouth again, shook his head and smiled: "Okay, it's okay."
The friendship between gentlemen is as light as water. Why do we need to know each other when we meet?
Since Brother Zhao is also a powerful person in the Beijing circle, sooner or later the two of them will have the opportunity to meet again.
The two servants looked at each other, feeling that there was something different about the young master who had been scolded by the elder all day long for being "stupid in studying".
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Back house.
As soon as Zhao Duan stepped in, he saw Xiaoya waiting under the porch.
Seeing him coming, he hurriedly bowed and saluted:
"Xiaoya didn't know that you were in charge of me. It was really disrespectful. I hope you will forgive me."
Obviously, given Zhao Duan's notoriety in Beijing, the other party knew about him.
As for whether it was impersonation, Xiaoya didn't doubt it. At first, she felt that no one would dare to take the courage of a bear and pretend to be Zhao Duan.
Secondly, the appearance of the man in front of him is consistent with the rumors, and it is difficult to fake it.
At this moment, the bend of her body was particularly exaggerated. The gauze on her chest was taken off at some point, and it was white and greasy.
Zhao Duan looked calm, ignored her, and went straight into the house. The warm fragrance hits your face, the floor is covered with silk lichen, the room is elegantly decorated, and a screen separates the bed from the small hall.
"Do you want to change your shoes?" I asked out of habit from my previous life.
"Ah? No, of course it's not necessary." Xiaoya was stunned for a moment and said hurriedly.
Then he drove away the maid and served tea and water himself.
Zhao Duan happily sat down at the low table in the hall. He looked at Xiaoya who was busy busying herself with the accent just now and looked like she was having trouble picking peonies. He couldn't help but smile and asked:
"Don't be so nervous. Just sit down. Is my reputation so scary?"
What are you talking about... Xiaoya cursed in her heart and did not dare to show any of it on her face. She followed her words and sat opposite her, seeming angry and resentful:
"Please don't scare me."
"Haha," Zhao Duan said, his ability to act in every situation is superb, and he knows how to enter the villain state: "I have heard that there is a beautiful woman in Qinglian Xiaozhu, and today I saw her, she is indeed extraordinary."
"Your Majesty is joking, how can the Nu family be so famous?"
The two exchanged pleasantries and joked, and the atmosphere relaxed.
Seeing that the person in front of her was not angry, Xiaoya felt relieved.
Looking at it up close, I couldn't help but admire him, thinking that it was no wonder that he was favored by the empress of the dynasty. Based on his appearance alone, he was indeed handsome.
When I thought about it, I actually had a day when I could be a "sister" with the Empress, and I was still looking forward to it.
Seeing that his expression softened, Zhao Duan slowly got to the point:
"Girl, you don't seem surprised that I appeared here today?"
The surprise here does not refer to his arrival, but that as the "empress' male favorite", he would actually appear in a private club.
Xiaoya's beautiful eyes were full, her thin and plump lips pursed, and she smiled:
"The slave family has also had some guests. Those who have a tigress at home like to have fun outside."
After saying that, he gave an "I understand" look.
Good guy... I've got it all for you... There is a strong wife at home who is strict with his wife and suffers anger at home, so he likes to go out to find women to show off his power, right... Zhao Duan complained in his heart.
Xiaoya has the real ability to make Qinglian Xiaozhu Club famous by one person.
"Haha, if word spreads that you slander the Holy Lord like this, it will be a crime of beheading." Zhao Duan said with a smile.
Xiaoya pretended to be frightened and begged for mercy. The little girl's mood was just right and she just thought he was flirting.
Zhao Duan was not annoyed at all and just laughed it off.
After eating a piece of fruit under his service, he turned to:
"Speaking of which, I'm afraid that Li Caizi from the Imperial Academy will be annoyed by me cutting off my hair like this. Aren't you afraid of him? I heard that Zhang Changshuo, Han Zhi and others are the ones who come and go with this person..."
Xiaoya has a strong desire to survive:
"How can Li, a gifted scholar, be as good as the envoy?"
After a pause, he said aggrievedly:
"As for if he blames the slave family for this, wouldn't he be dissatisfied with the envoy? Even if he thinks about it, he wouldn't dare."
Good guy... With what you hold in your hand, you have a firm grip on men's psychology... Zhao Duan gave a thumbs up and was about to use this topic to attract the Zhang brothers.
Just listen to Xiaoya continue: "Besides, the Nu family doesn't bully him, just like Zhang Changshuo and Zhang Shijun whom he clings to, the Nu family also knows him."
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Zhao Duan had two question marks floating above his head, noticed the factors, and said casually:
"How did Zhang Changshuo meet you?"
In the information, it was only mentioned that Zhang Changji was a frequent visitor here.
Xiaoya said: "Zhang Shijun is just like you, sir. He often comes to sit with the little girl. It is said that he was recommended here by Colonel Zhang, his brother."
etc……
Zhao Duan felt it was a bit confusing.
Therefore, Zhang Changji, a military man, first came to Qinglian Xiaozhu, and then as an "old member", he recommended his brother to become a "new member".
Is the atmosphere in Dayu so exaggerated?
Let me just say...that hypocrite Zhang Changshuo divorced his wife for two years and never remarried. In order to please the empress, he never went to the fireworks place. Even if he attended a serious literary gathering, he would not stay overnight...
Being so pure and self-contained is really inconsistent with his villainous nature...
Now it makes sense. On the surface, Zhang Changshuo is not a womanizer, but in fact, he is very busy behind the scenes.
"Hey, come on, aren't you here recommended by Commander Zhang?" Xiaoya realized it later and asked curiously.
Thank you to my old book friend who gave me a reward of 5,000 coins for playing my Chang He Yin!
(End of this chapter)