Du Qi lifted the curtain of the carriage and looked up. To his surprise, he saw the maid who came to deliver the message. He thought for a moment and immediately understood that this must be Qianxue's maid.
Although Du Qi was unwilling to have anything to do with Qianxue, he still got off the carriage and went straight to Qianxue's carriage. He wanted to see what this girl was going to do.
Du Qi entered Qianxue's carriage. When he saw Qianxue, he said indifferently, "Miss Qianxue is so elegant. You actually waited for me on the road in the middle of the night."
Qianxue's expression was gentle. She said, "Young Master Du, I came to find you on the road because I have a request. Previously at the Imperial Fragrance Pavilion, there were some things that I couldn't say. After all, the walls have ears. Now, I hope that Young Master Du can help me. "
Du Qi shook his head and said slowly, "Miss Qianxue, I'm not a kind person, and I'm not a good person either. If you want me to help you, if it's within my ability and it won't make me an enemy, I'm willing. After all, it's just a small matter. But if you want to make enemies, I'm unable to help. After all, I'm still a child and my ability is limited. Please forgive me. "
Qianxue said solemnly, "It's not a difficult matter. I just hope that Young Master Du can help me redeem my freedom. Of course, Young Master Du, don't worry. I've already prepared the ransom. The next time Young Master Du comes to the Imperial Fragrance Pavilion, I'll give all my money to Young Master Du. Please help me redeem my freedom. "
Du Qi said, "The person behind you is willing to let you go?"
Qianxue said seriously, "As long as Young Master Du shows up, the brothel keeper of the Imperial Fragrance Pavilion won't refuse. After all, Young Master Du won tonight. It's reasonable that Young Master wants to redeem my freedom. If the Imperial Fragrance Pavilion refuses, wouldn't it be slapping their own face? They wouldn't have to hold my marriage ceremony tonight. "
Du Qi narrowed his eyes. He said, "But, this means that I've offended the person behind the Imperial Fragrance Pavilion."
Qianxue said, "Impossible."
Du Qi said, "Why?"
Qianxue replied, "Because this Imperial Fragrance Pavilion is Qin Wang's property. As far as I know, tonight, Qin Wang, Zhangsun Wuji, Fang Xuanling, and Young Master Du's father, Du Ruhui, are all at the Imperial Fragrance Pavilion. "
Du Qi's expression froze.
Thinking of the old man's rod and rattan education, he could imagine that when he returned home tonight, he would probably have to interact with the rattan again. Du Qi's mind spun as he tried to come up with a plan.
There was a look of anticipation in Qianxue's eyes as she asked, "Sir, are you willing to help me?"
Du Qi came back to his senses and said, "Isn't it good to stay in the Imperial Fragrance Brothel? After all, you don't have to worry about food and clothing in the Imperial Fragrance Brothel. Once you're redeemed, you'll have to rely on yourself. Even if I can help you, it's impossible for me to let you enter the Du family. "
Qianxue smiled sweetly and said, "Young Master Du, I don't only know how to play the zither, chess, calligraphy and painting. I also know how to manage a business. I still have some money on hand. After leaving the Imperial Fragrance Pavilion, I can start a small business. After all, it can guarantee that I won't have to worry about food and clothing. "
A glint flashed across Du Qi's eyes as he said, "You know how to manage a business?"
"Yes!"
Qianxue said, "These years, I've also participated in the management of the Imperial Fragrance Brothel. In fact, it's only possible to redeem my freedom if Young Master Du comes forward. If it's another ordinary person, I'm afraid it won't be easy. "
Du Qi smiled and said, "Alright, since you want to leave the Imperial Fragrance Brothel, I'll help you. But since you're out, you'll do things for me. It just so happens that I have some business arrangements. "
"Thank you, Young Master!"
Qianxue cupped her hands and bowed.
Du Qi said, "There's no need for that. I'll help you leave the Imperial Fragrance Brothel, and you'll do business for me. This is mutually beneficial. Of course, the premise is that the Imperial Fragrance Brothel belongs to the King of Qin. Only then will I be willing to help you. "
Because of Du Ruhui's relationship, Li Shimin couldn't pursue Du Qi.
This was the reason why Du Qi agreed.
Moreover, Qianxue herself was also quite good. She was broad-minded and knew how to manage a business. Such a woman was useful to keep, so Du Qi was willing.
Qianxue promised, "The Imperial Fragrance Brothel will definitely be the King of Qin's business. Please rest assured, Young Master Du."
Du Qi said, "Tomorrow morning, I'll come to the Imperial Fragrance Brothel to find you. At that time, I'll talk to the brothel keeper about redeeming your freedom."
"I'll wait for Young Master!"
Qianxue's face was filled with a bright smile.
She didn't want to stay in the Imperial Fragrance Brothel, because if she continued to stay, sooner or later she would be trapped in the Imperial Fragrance Brothel. Now, she wasn't trapped, so it was the best time to escape.
Du Qi got off the carriage and went straight back to Cheng Chumo's carriage. Cheng Chumo's face was full of curiosity. With a gossipy look, he asked, "Erlang, the person who invited you, I'm afraid it's Miss Qianxue."
"Yes!"
Du Qi didn't hide anything and answered directly.
Because this matter, with a little brain, one could understand after careful thinking.
Cheng Chumo wasn't in a hurry to ask. He smiled, changed the topic, and went back with Du Qi. Cheng Chumo first sent Du Qi to the gate of the Du residence, then took the carriage and went to the Cheng residence.
Du Qi came to the gate, but paused for a moment, quickly thinking about how to deal with Du Ruhui. Since Du Ruhui was in the Imperial Fragrance Brothel, he must know him. With Du Ruhui's nature, no matter how famous he became, Du Ruhui would definitely give him a rattan education.
So, he had to think of a countermeasure.
After thinking for a while, Du Qi had a plan in his heart. He strode into the residence and returned to his courtyard. Liu Jian quickly went to fetch water and waited for Du Qi to wash up. Du Qi let Liu Jian go, and he sat in the room to read.
About an hour later, there was a knock on the door. Immediately, Liu Jian's voice sounded, "Young Master, Master is back. He asks you to go."
"Got it!"
Du Qi replied.
This matter was within his expectations, so Du Qi wasn't surprised at all. He got up, changed his clothes, and went straight to Du Ruhui's study.
It was already late at night.
Du Ruhui's room was brightly lit. The dim yellow light flickered, making people's shadows flicker.
After Du Qi entered, he said seriously, "Son greets father. It's very late now, and son is already preparing to sleep. Father, may I know why you called me here? "
Du Ruhui reached out and took out a rattan, as if he was about to strike.
Du Qi was already prepared. Before Du Ruhui could strike, he had already stood up and immediately dodged backwards. With a vigilant look, he said solemnly, "Father, although son went to the Imperial Fragrance Brothel, I didn't do anything. Moreover, if father can go to the Imperial Fragrance Brothel, why can't son go? "
Du Ruhui raised his eyebrows, somewhat surprised, and asked, "How did you know father was at the Imperial Fragrance Brothel?"
Du Qi said, "I knew it."
He didn't mention Qianxue's matter. Anyway, he just said it.
Du Ruhui narrowed his eyes and scrutinized Du Qi carefully. He didn't ask how Du Qi knew he was there. He changed the topic and said, "I went to the Imperial Fragrance Brothel to take care of business. What did you go to the Imperial Fragrance Brothel for? "
Du Qi chuckled and said, "Father, why do you care what I go to the Imperial Fragrance Brothel for? Anyway, since father is there, why can't son go? Moreover, son didn't do anything overboard in the Imperial Fragrance Brothel. "
"Father, since you were there tonight, you should know clearly what happened. If not for son's appearance, Wei Shuyu would have stolen all the limelight tonight. At that time, Wei Shuyu would be famous. "
"The Crown Prince of the Eastern Palace would be even more pleased."
"Son suppressed Wei Shuyu and thwarted Wei Shuyu's plans. Naturally, the Crown Prince's faction would lose face. This arrangement greatly helped the Duke of Qin. All the more reason you shouldn't hit me. "
Du Qi spoke frankly and with assurance, defending himself.
Du Ruhui originally wanted to teach Du Qi a lesson. But now, Du Qi was not only slippery, but also sharp with his words. For a moment, Du Ruhui didn't know where to start.
In the end, he simply threw away the rattan.
Du Ruhui sat upright and also let Du Qi sit down. Then, he said, "Tonight, you wrote a poem, a parallel essay, and a 'Theory of the Six Nations'. These articles were all written by you. "
Du Qi said, "Yes!"
Du Ruhui stared at Du Qi. His originally cold expression softened at this moment.
After a moment, Du Ruhui sighed and said, "After you fell into the water, your temperament changed greatly. Although I feel that the change is quite good, becoming smarter and more talented, the wind that blows the wind will always blow. However, the tallest tree in the forest will be destroyed by the wind. It's not a good thing for you to stand out in everything. "
Hearing Du Ruhui's words, Du Qi knew that this was Du Ruhui's concern. He said slowly, "Father, don't worry. I know my safety. Moreover, I've always believed that there's no use in compromising. Otherwise, how could the Crown Prince be so arrogant? If he keeps compromising, the Duke of Qin will always be suppressed. "
Du Ruhui instinctively wanted to refute, but he swallowed his words. Instead, he asked, "How do you think the Duke of Qin will face the Eastern Palace's pressure?"
Du Qi said, "No matter how he faces it, there's a bottom line. He has to find an opportunity to counterattack. In the imperial court, it's either the east wind suppressing the west wind or the west wind suppressing the east wind. If the Duke of Qin wants to win, there's only one path. Otherwise, there'll never be a day of peace. "
"It's difficult!"
Du Ruhui sighed. "His Majesty is on the Eastern Palace's side, using the Crown Prince to restrict the Duke of Qin. With His Majesty around, it'll be very difficult for the Duke of Qin to reverse the situation. At least, he doesn't have the conditions to do so now. "
Du Qi almost wanted to call for a coup, but he swallowed it back down. He said, "Forget it. I don't know what you're planning. In short, father, you should try to reverse the situation as soon as possible. I'm still a child, so I won't meddle in your affairs. "
He couldn't care less about the current situation.
After all, there was still a long way to go before a coup could be launched. It wouldn't happen overnight, and countless conditions would need to be met. That was why Du Qi said these words without revealing anything beforehand.
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