Following the old site, choosing master craftsmen, the court was willing to spend money, so the old mansion was naturally built with grandeur.

Yet, with a lady like Ye Laner walking within, the words that come to mind are "enhancing the splendor."

Chu people love fine clothes, and Ye Laner’s attire was exceedingly exquisite. However, all the golden threads and jade patterns were merely adornments to her appearance.

Although Dugu Xiao was a woman, she had several moments of dizziness upon seeing this face. It’s hard to believe that a person could grow to be so beautiful.

This was the only face that made Dugu Xiao feel it could match her own Marquis.

It’s said the women of the Li Clan are reputedly the most beautiful in Linzi, but she, having always stayed in Green sheep town, never had the fortune to witness them. Yet, no matter how they might look, they couldn’t be more beautiful than this. Isn’t such flawless features the ultimate beauty?

This first beauty of Great Chu, even her voice was perfect, a single sentence is like a musical piece.

Built in Green sheep town, Dugu Xiao has visited Zheng Sheng Hall many times, yet the subtlety of true sound is unsurpassed.

"Your Marquis mansion is vast, with several residences; is there really not a female master managing them?"

As the sound entered her ears, Dugu Xiao came to her senses, seriously saying: "My Marquis keeps to himself, addicted to cultivation, and has never invited any woman into the house."

Ye Laner’s beautiful eyes turned: "But I’ve heard he revels in Linzi’s splendor. Many noble daughters of Qi Country seek an audience with him but come away disappointed."

Dugu Xiao laughed: "You said it yourself, they are ’unable to achieve.’"

"As soon as I saw you, I felt a great affinity." Ye Laner casually pulled Dugu Xiao’s hand, placing a jade with spiritual energy into her palm: "This is a worthless trinket, but keep it, it can benefit your current cultivation, saving you three to five years of hard work."

There was no need for Ye Laner’s explanation about the virtues of this jade. The warmth from her palm and the joyful energy of the Path Origin... an absolute rarity for Dugu Xiao.

The Marquis treats her well, but he himself is also frugal... always either hitting up Yan Fu for favors or dipping into Chongxuan’s purse, surely he couldn’t gift her such a treasure.

Dugu Xiao couldn’t evade the hand of the godly cultivator, yet she resolutely presented the gift back: "I, Dugu Xiao, eat from the Jiang Family’s bounty, cannot accept Hundred Schools of Thought’s grains. Miss Ye, please do not make it difficult for me."

Ye Laner didn’t insist, put away the jade, and asked still gently: "How long have you been with your master?"

Dugu Xiao’s eyes brimmed with pride: "Counting, it’s been four years."

"Then you are trusted above all others, no wonder even the old mansion’s affairs are entrusted to you..." If Ye Laner wanted to foster a relationship with someone, she could always find the right approach, now smiling amicably: "What kind of woman does your master favor?"

"Her master favors straightforward statements!" Jiang Wang’s voice came from outside.

In the guest room, poised as though dancing, Ye Laner lightly turned her head, showcasing her swan-like neck, with the most perfect smile at her lips: "Was my question not direct enough?"

Jiang Wang motioned for Dugu Xiao to step back, as he walked forward and sat opposite Ye Laner, plainspoken: "Miss Ye, I acknowledge the favor of Yang Chongzu’s debt. I assume you’re not at the old mansion for idle chatter. Precious time, let’s discuss the debt directly."

Having exited the guest room, Dugu Xiao heard this clear-cut dialogue, filled with admiration. Ye Laner’s beauty was captivating, but only her Marquis was utterly unmoved by beauty, truly focused with far-reaching ambitions!

Ye Laner chuckled: "Since our farewell at Huangliang Platform two years ago, your reputation has been frequently mentioned; the breaking of Xia’s marquis, the glorious return from demon slaying, all monumental events that seem legendary... yet only upon meeting you today do I have a real sense of the neighboring son grown up. Moreover, growing beyond my expectations."

Jiang Wang was puzzled: "Why do you say that?"

Ye Laner glanced at him, smoke drifting in her lovely eyes: "You no longer gaze at the window."

Jiang Wang: ...

Marquis Wu’an has a generous heart.

Back in the day, forced into a seat facing questioning of ’am I beautiful,’ he had no choice but to jump out of the window. Now with the success of God Arrives, cultivating profoundly, he didn’t think to draw his sword and return, asking ’how handsome am I?’

Rather, turning naturally back to the topic: "Speaking of two years ago in Chuguo, Miss Ye seemed to have something to discuss with me. But at that time we were too busy, only meeting briefly and parting, without detailed conversation. May I ask, Miss Ye... is today’s matter the matter from back then?"

Ye Laner sat elegantly, with beautiful posture, took a sip of the tea Dugu Xiao had previously brought, her voice emerging from moist red lips with a soft flavor: "Speak clearly. Was it you that were too busy, or was it I?"

Jiang Wang chose not to argue: "Since it’s the matter from before, as Miss Ye helped me eliminate Zhang Linchuan’s surrogate avatar. Yet during those few days when I was in Chuguo, why didn’t Miss Ye seek me out... does this relate to Miss Ye’s dealings in Chuguo?"

Ye Laner looked over in some surprise, and then smiled again: "You! With debts mentioned, why do you discuss only debts, and not the relationship, being so aloof!"

"Jiang Someone is not aloof, only saving time for Miss Ye." Jiang Wang glanced at the outdoors, remarked: "By noon, three quarters past, I must practice my gaze."

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