Xiao Bin's career has been going smoothly lately. He was first transferred from the Weizhou Guard as the Vice Commander to the Embroidered Uniform Guard, where he remained as the Vice Commander. Not long after, he was promoted to the position of Deputy Commander.
This is a military officer position of the second rank.
Moreover, the position of the Embroidered Uniform Guard was directly transformed from a border soldier to a close advisor to the emperor.
Wen Gong, intending to win over Xiao Bin, deliberately invited him after the banquet: "Lord Xiao has a great capacity for alcohol, he probably hasn't had enough to drink yet, would you like to go to Qingfenlou for another round of drinks?"
Qingfenlou was an enterprise under the jurisdiction of the Jiaofangsi (a government-run entertainment institution).
The imperial court originally strictly prohibited officials from drinking and drinking with courtesans.
However, in recent years, the court has been extravagant, and officials going to brothels has also generated revenue for the court. The court may punish officials who go to brothels to drink, but it will not punish officials who go to the Jiaofangsi (a government-run entertainment district) at all.
Gradually, the business of the Jiaofangsi (a type of entertainment venue) became more and more prosperous, with the Qingfenlou (a type of entertainment venue) being the most outstanding.
Xiao Bin's indifferent gaze swept over.
Wen Gong's heart skipped a beat, but he forced a smile and asked, "Lord Xiao, did Madam Ma's appearance today catch His Majesty's eye?"
"You're sending a married woman to curry favor with the emperor?"
Wen Gong looked embarrassed and retorted, "Don't put it so harshly. The former empress also has a married daughter and is a widow!"
"Madam Ma's husband is still alive, Lord Wen, why don't you send your wife to the palace?"
Wen Gong was so angry that his beard stood on end. He sneered, "I would like to, but my wife is old and faded. It would be a waste for her to enter the palace!"
Someone followed and sneered, "Lord Wen is truly loyal; he's even offering his own old wife to the Emperor!"
Wen Gong's face turned pale and then red. Seeing more and more people gathering around, he felt extremely embarrassed and quickly slipped away.
Ma Ang was waiting at the Wen family's house. When he saw Wen Gong appear, he rushed over eagerly: "How is it?"
Wen Gong smiled and said, "The person has been left in the palace."
Ma Ang let out a long sigh of relief.
He has been sidelined for the past few years.
Seeing his former comrades in the border army being promoted, making money, and being given important positions, he was incredibly envious.
Rumors are circulating everywhere that the emperor is going to select concubines to fill the harem in order to increase the number of offspring, so he has to seize the opportunity.
The Emperor is a man who doesn't discriminate between meat and vegetables.
Even though the deposed empress Su Wanwan had been married and pregnant, she still managed to ascend to the throne.
This shows that the emperor still cherished old friendships.
His sister Maggie might be a good fit.
So what if you've been married before?
To be honest, I'm still not entirely sure about making this move today.
But now it seems we didn't make a mistake.
They hoped it would bring them opportunities for promotion and wealth.
...
Xiao Bin walked slowly outside with heavy steps.
He even wondered if he could resist if Wanwan drugged him.
She didn't even need to be drugged.
If she has that intention, how could he possibly refuse her?
He let out a long sigh and looked up at the twilight sky.
After tonight, who will cry, and who will laugh?
Seeing Xiao Bin's lonely figure, Minister of War Wang Qiong stepped forward and invited, "If Lord Xiao has nothing else to do, would you be willing to come with me to see my Duke of Ying?"
The Duke of England, Zhang Mao, is old and bedridden, and it is said that he does not have many days left.
Zhang Mao had once acted as a go-between for Xiao Bin, introducing him to noble ladies from the capital. Xiao Bin felt it was only right and proper for him to go and meet them, so he readily agreed.
Since the guests were guests, Zhang Mao, despite his poor health, still had his grandson Zhang Lun prepare a banquet to warmly entertain the two high-ranking officials.
This was also a way for his grandson to take the opportunity to befriend the two powerful and influential ministers, so that the Duke of Ying's mansion would not fall into complete ruin after his death.
Zhang Lun was young and outspoken, so he boldly raised the issue of "imperial heirs".
"What are your thoughts on the matter of Sixiang, my lords?"
Wang Qiong and Xiao Bin's expressions immediately darkened.
This is a question that could cost you your life.
The air fell silent instantly.
Seeing this, Zhang Lun had no choice but to pick up his wine glass: "I spoke without thinking, so I'll punish myself with three drinks!"
...
Maggie seemed slightly taken aback, not expecting Lu Xingjian to be standing by the window.
A captivating smile bloomed on her face, and she took a few steps closer, her voice soft and gentle, carrying an irresistible allure:
"Is Your Majesty suffering from a headache due to excessive drinking? Shall I assist you to rest?"
Lu Xingjian slowly turned around and looked at her quietly.
The dim light in the room fell on his face, hiding his eyes in heavy shadows.
How should we serve?
How else can we serve them?
Why pretend to be innocent?
"To sleep in bed with you."
Maggie didn't bother with roundabout methods; she went straight to the point.
He even started to unbuckle his belt.
Her fiery red riding outfit was tailored to fit her perfectly, outlining her graceful figure, but it took quite a bit of effort to undo it.
She cherished this hard-won opportunity and even drank drugged wine herself.
My whole body is burning up, my heart is pounding so hard it feels like it's about to jump out of my throat, and my body is as supple and graceful as a water snake.
Before she could even undo her belt, she wanted to lean against him.
His breath carried the fragrance of alcohol and was exceptionally hot.
Lu Xingjian frowned and took a step to the side.
"Don't you want to sleep with me?" Maggie was struggling to hold back when she was startled by his evasive action.
Her eyes were red and watery, a mixture of resentment and alluring desire.
It would be hard for any man to resist the temptation of such beauty.
"Please help me, okay?" Her voice was soft and seductive; who could resist such a beautiful woman's sweet plea for pleasure?
“Sure.” Lu Xingjian didn’t refuse. “If you want a man, you have to pay a price.”
Maggie's dreamy eyes lit up instantly, and she looked at him tenderly: "I'm willing to pay any price!"
Lu Xingjian said calmly, "I'll take your life."
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