Ning Ye's impatient nature left Hua Yingyue speechless. After all, everyone was in a happy mood, so wouldn't it be a cause for trouble if he said something at such a time?
However, seeing that Ning Ye was indeed impatient, Hua Yingyue had no choice but to slowly get up.
"I know that you gentlemen are tired of seeing those vulgar women in the audience, but it is indeed not good to have no one to entertain you. So how about I perform a dance for you today?"
Shen Yunhe was slightly surprised. "Oh, Miss Yingyue actually has such an elegant interest today. We are truly in for a feast for the eyes today."
Hua Yingyue walked to the center and said, "Although you can offer a dance today, there is something I hope you can discuss with Young Master Ning later."
"So you have something to ask of me, but it's alright. Miss Yingyue's duty is something that is rarely seen on ordinary days. Just tell me what you need."
Hua Yingyue shook her head and said, "My lord, I am merely asking for an opportunity for my friend. Whether it will succeed or not depends on you."
Shen Yunhe waved his hand and said, "Come on, play the music and bring out the best piece to accompany Miss Yingyue's next dance."
Shen Yunhe's men were basically the best musicians in Cangzhou City, and the sound of drums and music rang out.
Hua Yingyue instantly got into the zone. Even though the clothes weren't specifically designed for dancing, she had no problem wearing them.
Ning Ye had to admit that there are some things and some people in this world who are very likely born specifically for this purpose.
As the saying goes, "One dance can captivate a city, a second dance can captivate a nation." Even a fairy might not be able to match Hua Yingyue's captivating beauty, which makes it even more impossible to look away.
Meanwhile, Jiang Yuxing's jealousy had already driven him to the brink of madness. After all, Hua Yingyue hadn't had anyone perform a dance for her in a long time, and now she was doing this because of Ning Ye.
The thorns in a beautiful woman's heart are not only due to the woman herself, but also to these fanatical men. After all, who wouldn't want to possess a beautiful woman?
No matter how fast or difficult the vocal rhythm was, Hua Yingyue could match it with perfect precision. This ability alone was enough to leave countless people far behind.
Even worse, some people were so engrossed in their wine that they slipped their glasses onto the table without even realizing it.
Xiaoqing murmured, "Young master, is this the so-called femme fatale who brought ruin to the country?"
"They were just trying to help us, it's not nice of you to say that about them."
Xiaoqing whispered, "When I was in the capital, I saw many so-called courtesans, but none of them could compare to Hua Yingyue. She is simply too outstanding."
Ning Ye smiled calmly, "Some things are just outward appearances. It's wrong to judge by appearances alone; you have to look at the soul more."
"Young master, don't talk about such ghostly things so late at night."
Ning Ye smiled without saying a word. He knew that even if he explained it to Xiao Qing, she wouldn't understand. And how many people could understand him anyway?
As the dance ended, everyone applauded and cheered. Shen Yunhe immediately said, "Just for Miss Yingyue's dance, I can grant you any request, young friend Ning."
When Hua Yingyue sat down next to Ning Ye again, she held her head high and waited for Ning Ye to praise her.
Ning Ye was also generous with his praise, but after saying it so much, Hua Yingyue felt that Ning Ye was being sarcastic and that this wasn't how you really praised someone.
Hua Yingyue rolled her eyes and said, "Young Master Ning, I'm afraid I'll hardly hear any truly kind words from you."
Ning Ye said innocently, "How could Miss Yingyue say that? I never lie. What I said just now was genuine praise."
Hua Yingyue remained silent; he didn't want to get angry because of Ning Ye's words.
When the entire plum blossom banquet came to an end, Shen Yunhe called Ning Ye over alone. Only then did Ning Ye see the true face of this prefect.
He looked ordinary, but he still had the air of an official, and overall he seemed more like a kind and approachable old man.
"Since Young Master Ning has something to say to me, let's hurry up. I'm not old enough to stay up too late."
Ning Ye clasped his hands and said, "Lord Shen, I have come today for only one matter, which is the Su family's affair. Could you please be lenient and help me out?"
Shen Yunhe stroked his beard. "So you're someone invited by the Su family. But your name sounds unfamiliar to me. Why should I give you this face?"
"Lord Shen, everything is negotiable, and what the Su family has done does not pose a threat to you. Can't you really be lenient?"
"This matter is actually a big deal or a small deal for me. After all, I'm already this old, and I don't care about many things anymore. If you can offer something that you care about, there might still be room for negotiation. Otherwise, the Su family can only accept their bad luck."
Looking at Shen Yunhe's calm and composed demeanor, Ning Ye could tell that he had no intention of letting the Su family off the hook.
Although it is unknown where the Su family offended the prefect, now that the Su family has become lambs to the slaughter, how could they possibly have anything that would make the prefect wary of them?
But Ning Ye's mind works fast enough; he actually brought along one of his most intimidating items this time.
"Lord Shen, I have something here. I wonder if you would give that person some face after you see it?"
Shen Yunhe glanced at Ning Ye and said, "The word 'country bumpkin' is quite fitting to describe you. Although you have good literary talent, you haven't become an official yet, so what kind of connections do you have?"
Ning Ye pulled a letter out of his pocket without hesitation.
This letter was indeed Luo Qingfeng's handwritten letter. If Wang Mingyuan knew that Ning Ye was using this letter like this, he would probably be so angry that he would take it back immediately and then give Ning Ye a good beating.
Shen Yunhe initially took the letter casually, but after carefully examining the handwriting, he immediately stuffed it back into his hand.
"Young Master Ning, why didn't you say so earlier? Don't worry, this matter can be discussed. I'll have my men stop their actions against the Su family right now."
Ning Ye smiled and said, "My lord, there's no need for that. After all, I'm just a disciple in name only. But I'm sure you don't want this matter to reach my teacher's ears."
Shen Yunhe quickly summoned the steward, "The Su family's affairs can be put on hold. See what the Su family has lost recently, and make some compensation for what is due. Then take this Young Master Ning to my treasure vault to choose something as an apology."
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