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Chapter 259 Gathering at Zuixian Tower
"Thank you for your concern, I hope everything is fine." Wen Jiu rushed to the tip of his nose and there were beads of sweat
Gu Xiao saw it and chuckled, "County Lady, please sit down and have a cup of herbal tea. I am here just for fun, and I came to see you and Lord Su. Don't be nervous."
"Since the county lady is so righteous, I will report to the emperor and reward him when I return to the capital. I wonder if you will have the honor to go with me to taste the... crayfish in Zuixianlou? This governor is very greedy after hearing this." Gu Xiao handed Wen Jiu a cup of tea
"Thank you, but it's not necessary. It's still my elder brother who manages things well. I just played a supporting role." After all, her elder brother wants to achieve good results and he has to return to Beijing sooner or later. Wenjiu must want him to go back earlier!
"Why should you refuse? Ear root has made contributions. I will report the truth and I will also strive for rewards for you."
"Let's not talk about this for now. Governor, you can come with us to Zuixian Tower. Today is a celebration day. We have Princess Fengyang and her horse from the fiefdom of Ganzhou County, as well as Mr. Xu who donated grain and money to Ganzhou County. I wonder if Governor would mind?" Su Jinyu couldn't refuse. If he minded, then he would have to accompany this giant Buddha!
"I don't mind, it's more lively with more people." Gu Xiao's smile did not diminish.
"The governor is alone?" Wen Jiu looked around and saw no one else.
"Oh, my subordinates have finished their work and sent them to the inn to rest. I came here just to revisit the old place. It is really much better than before. Lord Su, I have to admire you." Gu Xiao sighed
"Then please, today I will ask you to taste something you have never tasted in the capital." Wen Jiu said generously
"Then I won't be polite," Gu Xiao said with a smile
At this time, Su Jinmu came over and said, "Greetings, Lord Supervisor."
"Hello, Mr. Su, Mr. Su... Let's go eat first. I'm so hungry." Gu Xiao stopped what he was about to say. Su Jinmu wanted to ask Wen Jiu, but was stopped and shook his head.
Gu Xiao is a person who will tell you directly if he wants to say something. If he doesn't want to say it, you can't force him. If he doesn't say it now, then wait a little longer.
The two carriages soon arrived at Zuixianlou, and Moyi led them to the private room. This large private room was luxuriously decorated, with rich connotations and background. It was also one of the private rooms that literati and poets liked.
"This private room is nice. The owner has good vision, the location is good, and the tables, chairs and benches are all carefully selected. It's obvious that a lot of thought has gone into it. I'm afraid that if the literati and poets in the capital get to know about this great place, they will definitely come here to visit. If there is only one in the capital, the business will probably not be bad. If the dishes are good, I can guarantee that it will be very popular." Gu Xiao came in and started to look around, ignoring Master Xu who was standing next to him. Wen Jiu didn't know if he did it on purpose!
"County Lady, who is this?" Young Master Xu was originally sitting in the private room waiting for them, but as soon as the door opened, a strange man came in and started looking around. He looked at this man. He had never seen him before, but since he could walk in front, he must be a Beijing official. If he was not Xiao Jue, then who was he?
Everyone came in, and the wine was warmed and introduced: "This is the nobleman in the capital."
"There is no need to hide, I am the governor of the East Factory, Gu Xiao..." Gu Xiao did not take him seriously at all. A man who covets other people's wives is not a good thing at all, and he looks neither androgynous.
And he had completely forgotten that his own appearance was also androgynous, it was just that Gu Xiao was more feminine, while Master Xu was bright and seductive. Although both of them were androgynous, Gu Xiao just didn't like Master Xu. He thought that Master Xu's appearance was too sexy.
"I am honored to meet you, Governor. I am here to see you off, Master Xu. If I don't have a name, I will call you this. Please take a seat, Governor." Master Xu did not lose his manners.
"You guys got here so quickly, each one of you is more greedy than me," Feng Yang said with a rare teasing.
When he came in, he saw a strange man. He looked similar to Mr. Xu.
"Uh, warm wine, what is this?"
"Oh, this is the governor of the East Factory. He passed by here to see me and my brothers. We have met several times in Beijing before," Wen Jiu explained.
"My Lord, what you said makes me very sad. We have known each other for more than a few times. You are my savior." Gu Xiao looked at Feng Yang and Master Xu.
"Supervisor is polite"
"Meet the Governor" The couple greeted each other
Gu Xiao smiled, "It is said that the daughter of Prince Yong's family is dignified and polite. It turns out that she can also joke. It seems that everyone who is with you will become close to you."
Fengyang's face is a little red
"Don't take it seriously, sir. Please take a seat first. Let your shopkeeper bring the menu. We have distinguished guests today." Wen Jiu instructed the waiter.
Mo Yi had just gone downstairs to get the menu. When he heard this, he hurried in and said, "Excuse me, sir. Here is the menu. Please take a look."
"Well, not bad. What dishes does the county lady like?" Next to Su Jinyu on his left were Su Jinmu, the county horse, the county lady, Mr. Xu, Wenjiu, and Gu Xiao.
Wenjiu pointed out to him, "The three flavors of this crayfish are very good. The clam soup is very fresh and contains shrimp paste, which is made from shrimp meat. You must try it. This fish has plump meat and a tender taste. You must also try this lion's head."
"What is this ant climbing a tree?" Gu Xiao pointed and asked, frowning. Wen Jiu actually thought it was a little cute. It was really a ghost. This guy was a murderer without blinking an eye.
"You can try it, but now that we've been talking for a while, there won't be any surprises."
The menu was passed around, and everyone ordered their favorite dishes. He wanted to use the time to wait for the food to ask about the situation in Beijing, but after thinking about it, he decided not to. After all, there were other people around! He was not an ordinary person, and he would not be easily tricked.
"I wonder if the governor has seen my father. Is he in good health?" Feng Yang still asked out of concern.
"Prince Yong, you are still strong despite your old age. You and the Emperor quarreled happily all day long, but neither of them could do anything to the other. You should take good care of yourself here. I will tell him the truth when I meet him when I return to Beijing. I will stay here for two days. You can also write a letter and I will bring it back to him. It can be regarded as a reward for him not opposing me in the court!" Gu Xiao was very easy to talk to at this time.
Although Fengyang had never met him, the Dugong was very famous. He was about the same age as her, and was already a veteran of two dynasties. He was favored by the previous emperor and established the East Factory. Her father had told her since she was a child that the Dugong of the East Factory was decisive and never soft-hearted, and was ruthless and impartial, so she should avoid him when she saw him! I didn't expect him to be so easy to talk to.
"Then I'll trouble you, Governor. I'll go back and write it tonight." Feng Yang was grateful.
"That's not necessary. You can't stay up late. The supervisor will be here for two days anyway. You can write tomorrow morning." He warmed the wine to prevent her from staying up late
Gu Xiao looked over and saw Feng Yang with a shy face. He also guessed that the old fox would be very happy to know this. After all, the apple of his eye had the bloodline of Prince Yong's Mansion continued. This was no small matter. It was necessary to make him owe him a favor!
"Don't worry, take care of yourself. I'm sure King Yong will be happy to know this." He took off the jade pendant he was wearing and said, "I don't have anything to give you, so this is a gift. When we see each other next time, the baby will probably be born."