Mu Zian had plenty of money, but these chili seeds were an extremely rare find.
Although the Dali Dynasty already had stir-fried dishes, the spiciness still came from the pungent taste of dogwood.
For someone like Mu Zian, who couldn't live without spicy food in the future, this was mild; his current life was simply torture.
But with chili peppers, it's a completely different story.
At this moment, Mu Zian seemed to already see hot pot, spicy blood curd, and spicy chicken beckoning to him!
Li Jiuxuan was a little confused when he saw the infatuated expression on Mu Zian's face.
A light cough brought Mu Zian back to reality.
After swallowing hard, Mu Zian picked up the invitation card on the table and smiled.
"Go, we must go. I want to see what these two are up to."
"Ding-dong! Congratulations on making your decision, host! The reward has been issued! Please check your account."
Seeing this, Li Jiuxuan sighed helplessly. He knew that Mu Zian had made up his mind to cut ties with Lu Yunxue.
But after all, she was the woman he had loved for decades; how could he so easily sever ties with her so cleanly?
If he saw Lu Yunxue and that collateral son of the Pei family being all lovey-dovey, he probably wouldn't feel good about it.
With this thought in mind, Li Jiuxuan solemnly patted Mu Zian on the shoulder and said.
"My good brother, go in peace! I'll always be behind you!"
Upon hearing this, Mu Zian felt a chill run down his spine.
Holy crap! This Li Jiuxuan has such thick eyebrows and big eyes, he probably doesn't have any bad habits!
After all, Li Jiuxuan is already in his twenties now, which would be considered young in later generations.
However, in feudal dynasties, men could get married at the age of fourteen. Someone like Li Jiuxuan, who was over twenty and still single, was definitely considered an old bachelor.
You have a reason for liking Lu Yunxue but being held back, but what the hell do you mean by not getting married? Are you really just after my body?
After all, there are quite a few people in Dali who prefer male homosexuality.
If Li Jiuxuan knew what Mu Zian was thinking right now, he would probably break down completely.
......
Inside the Hall of Mental Cultivation, the Emperor of Dali was currently reviewing memorials.
Eunuch Cao walked over in small steps and said softly.
"Your Majesty, the victory celebration banquet tonight has been arranged."
"This old servant has just received news that Lu Yunxue and Pei Jianzhi also sent invitations to Mu Zian."
Upon hearing this, the Emperor of Dali slowly closed the memorial in his hand and asked with a rather amused look in his eyes.
"He agreed?"
"His Majesty was indeed astute; the Duke has indeed agreed."
The Emperor of Dali laughed heartily.
"It seems tonight's banquet is going to be lively. Go tell Xiao Jiu that if she goes in my place tonight, it will be as if I were there in person."
"Also, have Xiao Jiu hand over the battle tally to Mu Zi'an without fail."
Upon hearing this, Eunuch Cao smiled knowingly.
"As you command."
After speaking, Eunuch Cao slowly withdrew from the Hall of Mental Cultivation.
A slight smile appeared on the emperor's lips. He was also curious about what surprise Mu Zian would give him tonight.
Night falls inside the Lu family mansion.
Lu Yunxue was dressed in gorgeous clothes, and her long, flowing hair was tied into a ponytail and casually tied behind her back.
Putting aside his character, Lu Yunxue certainly has reason to be proud.
Among the capable women of the Dali Dynasty, she was the most beautiful, and among the most beautiful women, she was the most skilled fighter.
Smack! Smack! Smack!
A clapping sound came from outside the door.
Lu Yunxue turned her head and looked over. The next moment, she saw Pei Jianzhi walking gracefully towards her in a green robe.
"Xue'er's appearance is stunning no matter how many times I see it."
Hearing Pei Jianzhi's praise, Lu Yunxue's cheeks flushed slightly.
"It's getting late, let's hurry and go to the palace."
Pei Jianzhi smiled confidently upon hearing this.
"Don't worry, my Pei family's carriage is waiting at the door, and it can travel freely within the capital."
"That's excellent."
Under the cover of night, the Duke of Zhenguo's mansion was a bustling scene.
Mu Zian changed into a black and gold python robe with a white jade belt around his waist, exuding an air of nobility.
"Young master, your carriage is ready; you may depart."
Mu Zian nodded, a slight smile appearing on his lips.
Tonight is going to be very lively.
At the palace gates, the Pei family's carriage was stopped by a troop of imperial guards.
The head of the Imperial Guards stepped forward and said.
"Walking is prohibited in the royal palace."
Upon hearing this, Lu Yunxue and Pei Jianzhi poked their heads out of the carriage.
The magnificent imperial city was now right before our eyes.
Normally, given their status, they would never have been able to enter the palace.
But tonight, they are undoubtedly the protagonists of this palace.
Pei Jian got out of the carriage, straightened his clothes, and smiled.
"Today is our moment of glory! I will surely have a place in the imperial court in the future. Xue'er, hurry up and get out of the carriage. I can't wait to receive the glory that belongs to us."
Lu Yunxue got out of the car with some excitement in her eyes. Wasn't the three years of fighting all for this moment of entering the inner circle?
At the palace gates, one's social status was immediately apparent. Those in high positions could enter the palace by sedan chair for civil officials and by horseback for military officials.
However, people like Lu Yunxue and Pei Jianzhi could only enter the palace on foot.
Seeing this, Pei Jianzhi confidently said to Lu Yunxue.
"A true man should be like this! In the future, I too will ride into the palace on horseback and be revered by ten thousand men!"
Lu Yunxue nodded and smiled.
"Pei Lang can definitely do it!"
Just as the two were full of ambition and dreaming of a bright future.
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