Chapter 5 Lou Guanshan Lou Guanshan is the most face-conscious, he brought it with him...

After leaving the palace, Xiao Wangshu did not return home, but went straight to the largest restaurant in Bianjing City. Before he even entered the door, a figure rushed out.

"Wangshu! Why didn't you tell me you were back?"

The visitor was Lou Guanshan, a classmate of Xiao Wangshu at the Imperial College and the son of the richest man in Zhongshan State.

"Brother Guanshan, I haven't seen you for a long time. You are still the same as before."

Pretending to look him up and down,

"Wealth~"

Xiao Wangshu said this with a smile on his face. Lou Guanshan was the most concerned about his reputation. He was dressed in a lot of golden clothes. When the sunlight shone on him, the golden color was so dazzling that it almost made his eyes look rich.

With a silly smile, Lou Guanshan greeted warmly:

"Come on, come on, I'll treat you to dinner."

As he said that, he pushed Xiao Wangshu into his restaurant.

"Don't be polite to me, treat me like your own home."

From the private room on the top floor, one could see the prosperous scene of Bianjing City through the window. If this restaurant was not run by the Lou family, only someone like Xiao's father could reserve such a seat.

Looking back into the house, after Xiao Wangshu's repeated refusal, the waiter only brought out good tea and snacks.

"Of course, I came here today because I do have something to ask of you."

After the snacks were served, Xiao Wangshu took the initiative to explain his purpose.

"Hey, what's the point of asking for a favor? I was able to pass the imperial examination thanks to your guidance! Just tell me what you want."

Lou Guanshan waved his hands with a silly look on his face. If others saw him, they would probably wonder how he could manage such a big restaurant in such an orderly manner.

"It's Mo Shu, you've met him before. He has a straightforward personality. When I returned home today, I offended some people there. Now I'm afraid he can't stay in the Xiao Mansion any longer.

I thought of giving him some money to open a shop so he wouldn't have to worry about food and clothing in the future. But he doesn't know anything so I want to find someone to teach him."

"What's the big deal? Come over tomorrow and learn from the owner for a few years. Then you can open a shop and make money."

Patting his chest, Lou Guanshan guaranteed that he had seen Mo Shu before. He was loyal and not stupid, so he would be easy to teach.

"Thank you so much."

Xiao Wangshu bowed and thanked him.

"Hey, this is unfamiliar, isn't it?"

When he was about to salute, Lou Guanshan stretched out his hand to stop him. The two smiled knowingly at each other, and Lou Guanshan continued,

"Let's not talk about this anymore. Are you going to take part in the Spring Examination next year?"

"Of course I want it."

"That's perfect. There are quite a few students who are preparing for the imperial examination staying at the restaurant. They hold poetry gatherings every fifth evening. If you come often, it will help you win the first prize."

Patting Xiao Wangshu on the shoulder, Lou Guanshan was naturally thinking about him.

It was ridiculous to think about it. He knew that Lou Guanshan approached him in order to expand his network. Naturally, he used Lou Guanshan more than he loved him. In his previous life, he believed that only family members were trustworthy in the world, and all other relationships were for profit.

This is totally wrong.

Compared with his father, brother and mother, Lou Guanshan's fake feelings are more genuine.

Thinking of the one in the palace, it’s nothing. He is here to repay his debt in this life after all.

Thanking him again in this way would seem as awkward as what Lou Guanshan had said, so he decided to be casual and asked the waiter to bring some wine and they drank together until the sun set and then he said goodbye.

But he drank happily, but His Royal Highness the Crown Prince, who received the news in the palace, was not happy.

If His Royal Highness the Crown Prince is unhappy, then no one else will be happy either.

"Heh~ If those guys in the dungeon don't talk, just kill them."

Sitting beside the round pear blossom table, His Highness placed the fine blue and white porcelain cups gently on the edge of the table and pushed them down one by one with his index finger. The crisp sounds formed a melody.

The people kneeling below were scratched by the porcelain fragments that exploded when they fell to the ground. They were trembling with fear but did not dare to move at all.

"Your Highness, the mastermind behind this hasn't been revealed yet. Killing him like this..."

With a light glance, he saw Eunuch Wei, who was standing behind His Highness, kneel down immediately and dare not say another word.

"What are you afraid of? As long as you don't betray me, I won't kill you. Where's your wallet?"

Clapping his hands to brush off the non-existent dust, Xie Xuanhui rested his chin on the table with one hand, spoke in a gentle tone, and waved his hand towards the people kneeling in front of him. The servants then bowed and left the bedroom.

"Your Highness, I've asked Doctor Wang to examine the medicine in my purse. He said it's commonly grown in Liuzhou, and its flowers and leaves can be used as medicine. Sachets made from it can also repel mosquitoes."

Taking out the purse that he had packed early in the morning and holding it up high, Eunuch Wei breathed a sigh of relief. Now everyone was happy. Young Master Xiao had no intention of harming His Royal Highness the Crown Prince. Perhaps the two of them could reconcile as before.

After knocking twice on the table, Xie Xuanhui took the purse back from Eunuch Wei and wanted to tie it around his waist. Just as Eunuch Wei was about to step forward to serve him, his hand was knocked away by Xie Xuanhui.

"You're not needed," the prince said softly. Eunuch Wei was puzzled but still withdrew his hand. The prince then continued, "Did the imperial physician tell you that this flower is called tuberose? Wearing it for a long time will cause dizziness, coughing, and insomnia."

This startled Eunuch Wei. He quickly fell to the ground and said,

"Doctor Wang only said that this flower is called tuberose and is harmless to the body."

He was smart and didn't mention Xiao Wangshu at all in his words.

"Oh."

This made Eunuch Wei unsure of what to do, but His Highness's health was the most important thing, so he mustered up the courage to say:

"Your Highness, since the purse is harmful to your health, please take it off and don't wear it anymore!"

"This is the first time Ah Shu gave me a purse."

This made Eunuch Wei even more confused. He stood up in a daze and uttered a puzzled "Huh?"

It seemed that the expression of Eunuch Wei pleased Xie Xuanhui. He suddenly felt very happy. He stood up and walked out of the bedroom, saying as he walked:

"Come on, I want to meet my good brothers."

Although he didn't understand what was going on, Eunuch Wei had realized a truth since he was promoted to the prince's side.

He doesn't have to understand what His Royal Highness the Crown Prince is thinking, he just needs to do what His Royal Highness the Crown Prince tells him to do. After all, how could His Royal Highness the Crown Prince do anything wrong!

So he quickly stood up, holding the lantern, and followed His Royal Highness the Crown Prince out of the East Palace and headed towards the prince's residence.

Xiao Wangshu refused the waiter's offer to take him there, asking him to go and take care of his master first. He didn't drink much and wasn't drunk. Besides, there were so many people on the street, so how could anything go wrong?

He had only taken two steps towards the Xiao Mansion when someone bumped into him with a note in his hand. He clenched his hands tightly and didn't look at it.

Mixed in the crowd, Xiao Wangshu continued walking towards the Xiao Mansion.

Unexpectedly, less than a day after he returned to Beijing, that person couldn't sit still. No wonder he lost his life in his previous life because he was so impatient.

but.

Suddenly he smiled, put his hands behind his back, and thought to himself.

This prince will be of great use in this life.

When he returned to the Xiao Mansion, the servants standing guard at the door hurriedly bowed and saluted respectfully.

He waved his hand to ask people to get up, and Xiao Wangshu knew what his father had done.

He went straight back to the yard, called Mo Shu over, and told him his plan. Mo Shu was naturally reluctant, but he also knew the pros and cons, so he obeyed his arrangements.

When no one was around, Xiao Wangshu remembered the note, took it out of his purse, and read the words clearly in the candlelight.

"Only if you win the jackpot can we conspire for great things."

This is going to be his first win.

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Small Theater:

"Your humble servant greets His Royal Highness the Crown Prince." The Fourth Prince said reluctantly.

"Well, how did you know that Ah Shu gave me a purse?" asked the proud prince.

"Ah?" The Fourth Prince was a little surprised and confused.

I am the dividing line——

"Greetings, Prince Brother~" said the Sixth Prince, who always holds a fan with a smile on his face all year round.

"Sixth brother, do you think this purse is beautiful? Ah Shu gave it to me." The prince said with a proud expression on his face.

"Ah? Beautiful, beautiful." The Sixth Prince was a little surprised and a little perfunctory.

I am the dividing line——

"Is your highness' cough feeling better?" The eldest prince bowed politely, his face full of worry.

"Hey, big brother, look, Ah Shu gave me a purse." The prince said with sparkling eyes.

"Really? That's good. You still have to take care of yourself..."

The prince ran away before he could finish his words, leaving the eldest prince standing there shaking his head.

I wonder if the little angels can figure out who asked Ah Shu to release the tuberose from the little theater~

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