Liu Aoxue didn't leave until evening.
In the evening, Shen You was much more enthusiastic and proactive than usual.
On one hand, she was itching to write after being teased by Xiao Yu, and on the other hand, she genuinely admired his talent, as he could casually compose beautiful lines such as "Clouds remind me of her clothes, flowers of her face" and "But I see only tear stains, I wonder who her heart resembles."
What Shen Youyu was most proud of were these twenty-two words Xiao Yu uttered during the day:
"To establish a moral compass for Heaven and Earth, to secure a destiny for the people, to continue the lost learning of past sages, and to usher in an era of peace for all generations."
Having such a man, a true gentleman, is the best aphrodisiac for Shen Youyu.
the next day.
After practicing his shooting and having breakfast, Xiao Yu habitually made himself a cup of goji berry water.
It's not that I want to supplement anything; I simply like the taste.
"Your Highness."
Just then, Zhao Haining happened to walk by, raised an eyebrow, and said, "I got two bags of deer blood from Zhang the hunter yesterday. Would you like some, Your Highness?"
Deer blood?
Xiao Yu stated that he had no need for that kind of thing at all.
But in order to get closer to his brothers and make Zhao Haining feel less distant, Xiao Yu nodded and said, "Then give me a bag."
"Okay, I'll go get it now."
Zhao Haining immediately jogged away...
"Men, if you tell them something can increase their power, they'll eat it whether they need it or not."
Xiao Yu watched Zhao Haining's departing figure and spoke.
At this moment, Murong Chong, dressed in a uniform, walked in lazily with his hand on the scabbard.
"Big brother?"
Seeing that Murong Chong's eyes were a little dark, Xiao Yu knew that he had just come from Baoyue Tower and asked curiously, "So you're in such high spirits today, coming to see your brother so early in the morning? You don't mean you want to sleep with that courtesan, do you?"
"That's not true."
Murong Chong waved his hand and said, "I haven't had enough sleep with Yue Die yet, hehe... It's because Lady Ningxiang misses you and asked me to come and ask when you have time to go to Baoyue Tower."
"I see."
Xiao Yu had already vowed never to go to Baoyue Tower again, so he could only change the subject: "Big brother only sleeps with Yue Die, the most beautiful courtesan, every day. What's the difference between that and getting married?"
To be able to sleep with the same person every day in a place like Baoyue Tower for more than half a month... that's true love.
"No wife can compare to the gentle and considerate courtesan."
Murong Chong grinned and said, "That kid Jin Hu, he's been married for less than half a year and he already finds life boring... Not only is it boring, but they also argue all the time. Only when he goes to Baoyue Tower can his wounded heart find solace."
"With this kid's example as a warning, why should I even bother getting married?"
That's a very forward-thinking idea!
Xiao Yu was amazed. He never expected that there would be people who chose not to get married in this era.
But thinking about it, it makes sense. Murong Chong is the son of a prime minister, but he is a martial arts fanatic and has read very little... Xiao Yu told him the second half of the poem three times before, but he still couldn't remember it. In the end, he could only copy it onto paper.
Wealthy families value marriage between people of similar social standing.
Given Murong Zhong's influence in the court, the wife he found for Murong Chong would definitely be from a prestigious family.
Which young lady could possibly be interested in this ugly-handsome, uncouth brute?
For this reason as well, Murong Chong simply gave up. Rather than wasting time with those delicate young ladies, he might as well go to Baoyue Tower and sleep with the most beautiful courtesan.
"What you say is very true, elder brother."
Xiao Yu gave his half-brother a thumbs-up and said.
At this moment, Zhao Haining came over with a bag of deer blood, saying with a fawning expression, "Your Highness, this is your deer blood, hehe..."
Looking at his expression, Xiao Yu knew what this bastard was thinking.
"I'll take you with me next time I go to the brothel."
Xiao Yu said casually.
"Thank you, Your Highness!"
Zhao Haining was very happy. He knew his master's influence at Baoyue Tower. As long as his master led him there, those beautiful girls would throw themselves at him.
After grinning for a few seconds, he suddenly realized something was wrong and hurriedly asked, "Your Highness, where did you just say you were going? Wasn't it Baoyue Tower?"
"What's the point of going to the same place all the time? Next time, let's go to the Jiaofangsi (a government-run entertainment district) and see what it's like."
Xiao Yu answered casually, without mentioning the oath he had made... After all, it would be embarrassing for the dignified Prince Xiao to be known as henpecked.
"That's true, hehe. With the prince's poetic talent, no matter where he goes, courtesans will be throwing themselves at him."
Zhao Haining quickly flattered him, agreeing.
"I've been to the Jiaofangsi. The quality there is just as good as Baoyuelou, but it's more expensive."
Murong Chong interjected, "Brother, when are you going? Remember to take me with you!"
You're such a pro!
Xiao Yu thought to himself, but he was still very happy to hear Murong Chong say that... In case his wife caught him in the future, he could say that Murong Chong had led him astray.
"Definitely! Definitely!"
Xiao Yu patted his chest and assured him.
"Good brother!"
Murong Chong was moved to tears and said, "Brother, I'm so grateful to you. I'll go through fire and water for you if you ever need me!"
"Good brother!"
Xiao Yu nodded and said, "Me too. I'll go through fire and water for you if you ever need me!"
At this moment, Xiao Zhan gathered together with dozens of elite soldiers, then clasped his hands and said, "Your Highness, the selection has been completed according to your requirements."
Xiao Yu turned his head and saw that these soldiers were all familiar faces, half of whom had accompanied him to the workshop last time.
These soldiers were all dressed in light armor, with steel breastplates on their chests and carrying Qi family swords.
"Brother, you go ahead with your work, I'll come see you another day."
Seeing that his half-brother had important matters to attend to, Murong Chong took his leave.
"etc……"
Xiao Yu quickly stopped Murong Chong, saying, "Brother, I need some information right now. Exercises are far slower than real combat. You're a member of the Imperial Guard, so you should be very well-informed. Do you know where there are bandits outside the capital?"
"Let me think about it."
Murong Chong naturally understood Xiao Yu's meaning; he wanted the soldiers to participate in actual combat. However, the area around the capital was heavily guarded, and there were occasional roadblocks and robberies, but these were only minor incidents. How could there be any banditry?
"The nearest bandit stronghold is Sizhi Mountain, which is 30 kilometers away from the capital."
Murong Chong thought about it seriously for a moment and said, "The bandit leader there is a first-rank martial artist, and his overall strength is not weak... However, the terrain of Sizhi Mountain is treacherous, easy to defend and difficult to attack. In addition, the area is relatively poor and small, so the imperial court has never paid attention to it."
"Didn't the imperial court do anything about it?"
Xiao Yu narrowed his eyes and said, "If the imperial court won't take care of it, then I will!"
As for the 30-kilometer journey, it was nothing to Xiao Yu. Even without riding a horse, it would only take half a day to walk there after leaving the capital.
"Xiao Zhan, tell the brothers to get ready!"
Xiao Yu gave the order directly.
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