After the banquet ended, Huo Lingxiao initially wanted to get closer to Miao Yi. However, Wu Menglan refused to let him go and purposely tried to disgust him. In the end, he had no choice but to head to the side courtyard to rest.
After sending Huo Lingxiao away, Wu Menglan saw that Miao Yi and Peng Yu had some matters to attend to. This was her first time at Suppressing Ninth Hall, and she was indeed quite pleased with the surrounding scenery, so she wanted to go out for a stroll. Naturally, Miao Yi didn't object, and asked Sanniang to accompany her.
Miao Yi turned around and went with Peng Yu to a pavilion in the Fragrance Retention Garden. He ordered someone to summon the two men Peng Yu brought with her.
Under the guidance of a palace maid, the old man and the young man arrived. When they saw Miao Yi sitting in the pavilion with Peng Yu, they were stunned. Didn't they say they were going to meet that 'traitor Miao', the newly appointed Jade Capital Peak Golden Hall Deacon? Why is it Yan Beihong?
The two of them had seen Miao Yi in action during the Treasure Appraisal Convention before. However, Miao Yi was called Yan Beihong back then.
"I told you about this last time. It's the sect master of the Jingjue Sect, Dong Guo Li. This is his disciple, Yang Qingqing. I believe Brother has already seen through her disguise as a man. " Peng Yu picked up her teacup and introduced Miao Yi to Miao Yi. After that, she smiled at the two of them and said, "Sect Master Dongguo, Deacon Miao, who summoned you here, is here. Why haven't you paid your respects?"
The two of them looked at one another, and Dong Guo Li mustered up his courage and asked, "Sect Leader Peng, are you sure you're not mistaken? Isn't this the world-renowned Yan Beihong? "
Miao Yi continued, "Using the name of Yan Beihong is the Overlord's intention. I believe I don't need to explain further."
In that case, Dong Guo Li had nothing else to say, so he asked, "May I ask why you've summoned me and my disciple here?"
Miao Yi smiled and said, "The artifacts refined by the two of you during the Artifact Appraisal Conference were quite interesting. Why don't the Jingjue Sect relocate and work for me here?"
The master and disciple glanced at one another again before Dong Guo Li cupped his fists in salute, and said, "It's naturally not an issue for me to serve you, but the Jingjue Sect has been around for many years, and only the two of us are left. If we join the government, then the Jingjue Sect will only exist in name." What he was implying was that he was willing to serve you, but he wouldn't join the government.
Although the two of them weren't valued by others and couldn't earn much money, However, refining artifacts was still a relatively popular profession. Even though the master and disciple duo weren't doing well by relying on their craftsmanship, their income was still slightly better than the average government official's salary. Both of them didn't think that Miao Yi would give them a good position. He had to leave some leeway for himself. Back then, the two of them, master and disciple, had directly sought refuge with the Overlord. It was just that the Overlord hadn't taken a liking to them.
Miao Yi replied, "Sure! However, you must listen to my orders. You are not allowed to leave without my permission, nor are you allowed to refine treasures for others without my permission. "
The master and disciple were shocked. Is this any different from submitting to you? Dongguoli hurriedly said, "Lord Administrator, forgive me for being unable to comply with your request."
Miao Yi picked up his teacup and took a sip, then said indifferently, "In other words, if I can't make you stay, you have no choice but to leave?"
Dong Guo Li forced a smile onto his face, and he said, "My Lord, feel free to tell me what you need, and I'll definitely do my best. However, I'm not allowed to leave, and I'm not allowed to refine treasures for others. This lowly one has always been in this line of work. It is truly difficult for me to comply. "
Miao Yi said, "I will not mistreat you."
Yang Qingqing, who was disguised as a man, seemed to be a little angry. She cupped her hands and said, "Sir, what if we have to leave?"
Miao Yi narrowed his eyes and said, "Leave? If I don't agree, do you think you can leave? If I don't agree, do you think there is any place for you in the Fifth Earthly Branch? "
Yang Qingqing angrily said, "Sir, you are using your position to bully us. Is there any meaning in bullying small fries like us?"
Dongguoli was startled by her words and quickly pulled her away.
Miao Yi wanted to talk about the matter of their treatment. But now, he couldn't be bothered to waste his breath on them. If they didn't want to listen to him, then so be it. He invoked his arts and said, "Guards!"
'Whoosh!' The four Advisors on guard duty immediately descended from the sky. Miao Yi calmly said, "Take them away and lock them up! Without my permission, no one is allowed to let them out! "
"Sir …" The master and disciple were both shocked and furious.
The four Advisors had already made their move. They restrained the two of them and placed restrictions on them, then dragged them away without another word.
The corner of Peng Yu's mouth twitched. She lowered her head and drank her tea. She was a little speechless, but there was nothing she could do about it. The law was the law here …
Head Steward's Manor. As soon as Yang Qing returned from the palace with Qing Mei and Qing Ju, he bumped into Qin Weiwei, who was waiting for him.
"Head Steward, is the Hall Master still holding a banquet?" Qin Weiwei asked.
Yang Qing narrowed his eyes at her and said, "It's already over. Why? Do you have something to discuss with the Hall Master? "
"No …" Qin Weiwei immediately denied it.
After Yang Qing sat down, he said, "Weiwei, in the future, if there is anything that is inconvenient for you to tell me, you can look for the Hall Master directly. After all, we are father and daughter. My position under Sir is a little delicate, so I have to avoid arousing suspicion, lest people gossip behind my back. If you have any problems, you can look for the Hall Master directly. There are some things that are more suitable for the Hall Master to help you solve than me. Do you understand what I mean?"
Qin Weiwei was afraid that he would say something. When she heard him say this, her eyes brightened slightly. She nodded and said, "I understand."
Qing Mei and Qing Ju couldn't help but look at each other. Sir's words made sense. Those who didn't know better wouldn't be able to tell what he meant at all …
With guests around, Miao Yi couldn't cultivate in peace. After sending off Peng Yu, Wu Menglan, who had been wandering around the mountains and rivers, also returned.
Miao Yi ordered someone to prepare a courtyard for her, but she waved her hand and said, "There's no need. Just prepare a courtyard for me in your harem."
Miao Yi asked curiously, "Is something the matter, Sister Meng?"
Wu Menglan sneered and said, "I'm fine. I just wanted to disgust Huo Lingxiao a little. Don't pretend to be brothers in front of me. Don't tell me you don't know why Huo Lingxiao is here. I will stay here. If he doesn't leave, I won't leave either. I want to see how he tries to befriend you."
Miao Yi didn't know whether to laugh or cry and said, "Sister Meng, why do you always make life difficult for him?" He was very curious about what was going on between Wu Menglan and Huo Lingxiao.
Wu Menglan asked, "Why? Don't tell me you don't welcome me to stay in your palace? "
"No, no." Miao Yi hurriedly waved his hand. There were many women in the palace. It was indeed inconvenient for other men to stay here. Even Yan Xiu wouldn't stay in the courtyard of the harem. Wu Menglan was a woman, so it was fine as long as she wasn't afraid of him ruining her reputation. He immediately turned to the two girls and said, "Go prepare a courtyard for Sister Meng."
Wu Menglan didn't hold back. She walked around Miao Yi's room and arrived at the study. She saw the chess set on display and grabbed a chess piece with interest, asking, "You know this?"
Beside her, Miao Yi smiled and said, "I don't know anything. The things in this study are just decorations. I basically don't use them."
"Oh!" Wu Menglan took out the chess set and said, "Come, I'll teach you. We can chat as well."
Miao Yi was helpless. In the end, he followed her to the observation deck. Sitting here, he could enjoy the scenery and play chess at the same time. Wu Menglan looked around at the enchanting scenery and couldn't help but nod her head and praise, "What a great place!"
After the chess set was set up, Qian'Er and Xue'Er knew the four arts of zither, chess, calligraphy and painting without Wu Menglan's guidance. Hence, Qian'Er guided them from the side while Xue'Er poured tea.
Qian'Er was explaining the rules of the game to Miao Yi when Xue'Er, who was pouring tea at the side, noticed Qin Weiwei walking into the palace. She reminded him, "Milord, Manor Head Qin is here."
Miao Yi casually replied, "Invite her up."
Xue'Er then stood on the observation deck and transmitted her voice to Qin Weiwei, who was walking into the rear palace.
After Qin Weiwei went up to the observation deck, she was surprised to see that Wu Menglan was there as well. If she had known that Miao Yi had guests, she wouldn't have come. She quickly went up and greeted the two of them.
"This one looks a little familiar." Wu Menglan said as she looked Qin Weiwei up and down.
Miao Yi smiled and said, "Head Steward Yang's daughter, Qin Weiwei."
Wu Menglan replied with an 'oh'. Miao Yi turned around and asked, "Manor Head Qin, do you need something?"
"Your humble servant's matter is not important. Milord, please go ahead with your business. Your humble servant will disturb you again later." Qin Weiwei immediately excused herself.
"Since you're here, take a seat!" Miao Yi pointed at the chessboard and asked, "Do you know how to play chess?"
Qin Weiwei nodded and said, "I know a thing or two."
"Just as well. I know nothing at all, yet Hall Master Wu insisted on humiliating me with an opening. You're just in time to be my strategist!" Miao Yi pointed to the side and said, "Take a seat!"
He wasn't being courteous. Although Qian'Er and Xue'Er could give him pointers, their status was still there. It wasn't appropriate for them to sit together in front of Wu Menglan. It was unbearable for them to keep bowing over there.
Qian'Er immediately moved a chair over and placed it next to Miao Yi. Since the Hall Master had spoken, Qin Weiwei had no choice but to comply. Once she sat down, she realized that Miao Yi wasn't pretending to be clueless. He really didn't know how to play chess, so she carefully gave him pointers.
Miao Yi waved his hand and dismissed Qian'Er and Xue'Er to attend to their own matters. Qin Weiwei was here to serve him. There was no need for so many people to watch him embarrass himself.
With a jade-like beauty by his side, a faint fragrance wafting from her body, her slender fingers pointing at the chessboard, and a soft voice whispering into his ear, Miao Yi realized that playing Go was indeed a great enjoyment, and his interest was immediately piqued.
Qin Weiwei was a person who basically didn't smile. Now that she was by Miao Yi's side, she saw him staring at the chessboard, sometimes glaring, sometimes sighing, and sometimes wringing his hands and sighing. She couldn't help but smile. The cold lines on her charming face softened, and her entire temperament became gentle. She would occasionally glance at Miao Yi with a tender gaze, and her white dress embroidered with snow pear flowers also served as a foil.
"Wait, Sister Meng. I made a mistake." Miao Yi picked up the chess piece that he had just placed, and reconsidered it.
Wu Menglan tapped the chess piece in her hand on the table, "A true gentleman never regrets a chess move."
"First time, first time." This was Miao Yi's reason.
Wu Menglan smiled playfully, her gaze darting towards Qin Weiwei from time to time. They were both women, not to mention Wu Menglan was an experienced person. She seemed to have noticed something from Qin Weiwei's words and actions. While Miao Yi was deliberating, she took a sip of tea and smiled, "Miao Yi, you haven't taken a wife or concubine yet, and your harem has always been empty. When do you plan to fill it up?"
Qin Weiwei immediately fell silent. Miao Yi lifted his head and smiled as he stared at the chessboard, "Sister Meng, you have been destitute for a long time. Instead of worrying about yourself, you're worrying about me. What's the meaning of this? Could it be that you have some ulterior motives for this Little Brother? "
"Pervert!" Wu Menglan spat, then turned to Qin Weiwei and said, "I think Manor Head Qin is a good choice. Why don't you consider him?"
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