After Hongxiang and Hongang finished bathing, they were invited to Qingsong Courtyard.
Having just finished bathing, and with two beauties accompanying them, the two were in high spirits. Hong Ang couldn't help but glance at Yu Ning; he had been quite impressed with her during their time at Zui Bai Lou. Although she lacked Qing Luo's alluring charm, she possessed a different kind of cool and aloof aura, unassuming and unassuming, making people feel comfortable.
Hongzhou invited the two to sit down. Yu Ning glanced towards the guest seat and saw Hong Ang staring at her. She quickly looked away, her face flushed. Although she had seen many high-ranking officials and nobles, she had a different feeling towards Hong Ang.
Seeing Yu Ning blush shyly, Hong Ang lowered his head and chuckled. Hong Zhou, who was standing to the side, noticed Hong Ang's favor towards Yu Ning and invited the two of them to keep him company with drinks.
Qingluo and Yu Ning started playing drinking games, and the atmosphere quickly became lively. "Brothers, there are plenty of deer in the woods right now. Let's go hunt a few today, roast them tonight, have a few cups of wine, and listen to some folk songs. That would be real enjoyment." Hongzhou had been busy with the Ministry of Revenue for the past few months and hadn't had time to relax. This time, he took advantage of Hongang and Hongxiang's company to get out and unwind.
Hong Ang sighed, "Ah... I remember when Grandfather was still alive, we used to come here to hunt!" Hong Zhou heard the sentiment in Hong Ang's words and said, "What's so difficult about that? Once you've found a job, and Father has returned victorious from his battles, I'll call you brothers then!"
Hong Ang laughed, "Among so many brothers in the palace, Hong Zhou is the only true brother! He hasn't forgotten his brothers! Come, let's toast Fifth Prince!"
Hongzhou picked up his wine glass and clinked it with Hongang's. "Cheers! Brother, if you ever need anything, just ask. I'll do my best to help!" As he spoke, he winked at Yu Ning.
Yu Ning put down her pipa and stepped forward to offer a drink. "Master, Yu Ning toasts you." She was about to down her drink when Hong Ang grabbed her hand and snatched the cup from her. "No! How can we let Miss Yu Ning drink too much!"
As he spoke, he downed the wine in his hand in one gulp. Yu Ning stood there, stunned, her heart filled with emotion. This was the first time—someone hadn't been urging her to drink, but had been thinking of her.
Hongxiang, who was usually outspoken, burst into laughter upon seeing this, "Brother, you're... eyeing Miss Yu Ning, aren't you!"
Hong Ang gave him a warning look, "Go drink your wine!" Hong Zhou and Hong Xiang exchanged knowing smiles. Qing Luo stood beside Hong Xiang, urging him to drink.
The five of them drank for an hour or two. When Hongzhou saw that it was almost time, he asked Yu Ning to help Hong Ang downstairs. Hong Ang was already drunk and kept calling out, "Yu Ning, Yu Ning..." However, at this distance, only Yu Ning could hear him.
"Master, please go and rest!" Yu Ning shakily helped Hong Ang down to rest.
Hongxiang's alcohol tolerance was quite good; after a few rounds of drinks, he remained sober. Qingluo, whose heart was set on Hongzhou, naturally did not want to accompany Hongxiang to rest, and Hongxiang was also uninterested.
"Your Highness, now that the wine is finished, I'll go and rest!" After greeting Hongxiang and Hongzhou, Hongxiang withdrew, while Qingluo stayed in Qingsong Courtyard to drink with Hongzhou.
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