Liu Zhigu's residence is in the northernmost part of Nancheng. There are more than a dozen squares in Nancheng, among which Wangfengfang is the most famous. The mansions of many noble families, including the Yang family, are located in this square.

Li Xun followed Li Xiao to Wangfengfang and looked around. It has a beautiful environment and is lined with green trees. The square is filled with villas belonging to the official family, most of which are small, exquisite, elegant and unique.

Now is the time to go to the Yamen for work. Most of the pedestrians on the street in Wangfengfang are wearing official uniforms, and the others are also in rich clothes and beautiful faces. It can be seen that they come from wealthy families.

"Boss Li, have you never been here before?"

Seeing Li Xun looking around, Li Xiao couldn't help but ask strangely.

Wangfengfang is still very famous in Beijing and is regarded as a tourist attraction. When some outsiders come to Beijing and hear about this place, they will come here and wander around to feel the power and wealth here.

“This place is not bad.”

Li Xun's face turned slightly red and he did not answer directly. It was embarrassing to say it. After living in Fengjing for six or seven years, Li Xun had never been to many places.

Li Xiao smiled, didn't ask any questions, and continued to lead the way.

After a while, the two came to a huge house that occupies an extremely large area. In front of the gate, there were two majestic stone lions that were more than a foot high. On the top of the gate, there was a horizontal plaque with the words 'The Palace of the Duke of Sui' written with flying dragons and phoenixes.

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Liu Zhigu's family can be regarded as an old and famous family, but its most glorious period was still the generation of Liu Zhigu's great-grandfather Liu Que. During that period, the Liu family, which had always relied on documents to pass down the family, had a man who could conquer the family.

A famous general who was good at fighting, he made great achievements in the Wu Zong Dynasty. When the Hu tribe invaded in large numbers, Liu Que turned the tide and defended Huizhou, the gateway to the pass, with weak troops, buying precious time for the court. He was the biggest contributor to the complete turning point of the entire war.

Although Liu Que ultimately lived and died with the city and died in battle, Emperor Wu Zong did not forget his contribution and named him the Duke of the Sui Dynasty, which was passed down to three generations.

In front of the Liu Mansion, it was quite lively, with people coming and going. From time to time, handsome young men would arrive riding tall horses, while ladies from famous families would ride in carriages.

Li Xun asked in a low voice: "These people came very early?"

"Of course, the Minglan Poetry Society is in the capital, and it is very famous in the circle of young masters. It is held at various times, sometimes once a month, sometimes once every three or five months. The last poetry meeting was held every four months.

Before, it was at the Yang family."

Li Xiao chuckled, then approached Li Xun and said mysteriously: "Talents and beautiful ladies, they say it's a poetry meeting, but in my opinion, it's a blind date meeting. If you see each other, good things come in pairs, hehe."

Li Xun nodded. It was a party similar to a party, but it was more artistic in appearance.

"Why is it called Minglan Poetry Society?"

"This poetry club was first initiated by Princess Minglan and has existed for many years. Although Princess Minglan is no longer here, the poetry club will continue."

The two of them did not rush in and stood not far away, talking.

As time goes by, there are more and more people. There are nearly a hundred carriages parked densely in the open space in front of the gate. Many carriage drivers and servants in colorful clothes are gathering together and whispering. There are also many in military uniforms.

Anyone can guess that a grand party will be held in the palace.

"Third brother, come here quickly."

At this time, someone not far away saw Li Xiao, waved his hands and shouted loudly.

Li Xiao said to Li Xun: "Boss Li, let's go there."

Li Xun nodded and said, "Let's go."

The gate of the mansion was quite lively. A dozen handsome young men and women were standing on one side of the gate. They were not in a hurry to go in. They were probably waiting for someone. They gathered together in twos and threes and were whispering something.

Most of them were in their early twenties, dressed in gorgeous brocade robes, with red lips and white faces, and elegant demeanor. It looked like they had dressed up before going out.

There were also many women, all of whom were very young. Many of them wore high-waisted long skirts, colorful silk draped over their shoulders, gold hairpins on their heads, red makeup on their faces, and small light fans in their hands. They looked around and looked gorgeous.

There were more than a dozen tall servants standing on both sides of the steps, led by a butler, greeting guests.

"Third brother, when did you come back?"

A group of seven or eight people came over, five men and three women. The leader was a slightly older man, about twenty-five or six years old. He was dressed in extraordinary clothes and had an arrogant look on his face.

Li Xiao smiled and said: "I just came back yesterday and I haven't had time to find you yet."

Li Xiao has an older brother and an older sister. He is the third eldest child in the family. In his circle of friends, everyone calls him the third brother.

"Boss Li, his name is Gao Feng. His father is the governor of Hezhou, and his third uncle is the envoy of Lingnan Road. In my circle, his background is average."

Li Xiao introduced Li Xun in a low voice, and then said loudly to Gao Feng: "This is the famous Li Xun, Mr. Li, who is now the governor of Wuzhou and the deputy envoy of Longyou West Road. He is my eldest brother.

, you kid must not be rude."

Li Xun?

The faces of the people present changed slightly. They had never dealt with Li Xun, but they had heard about Li Xun's reputation for a long time. Several eldest brother-level figures among the famous princes in the capital were all framed.

In this man's hands.

"It turns out it's Brother Li Xun. I'm so polite here."

Gao Feng quickly bowed and saluted, and the other young ladies also called out "Brother Li".

Li Xun stretched out his hand and said with a smile: "You are Li Xiao's friend and brother, and also my Li Xun's friend and brother. There is no need to be so polite between brothers."

Hearing what Li Xun said, Li Xiao suddenly smiled and laughed loudly: "Boss Li is right, we are all brothers, there is no need to be so polite."

A few people chatted politely, and a good-looking girl on the side kept staring at Li Xiao with a lot of love in her eyes. At this time, she interjected and said softly: "Brother Li Xiao, you promised to take Li Xiao with you."

It’s been more than a year since I went rowing in Wangfeng Pond. When will you honor this promise?”

Li Xiao coughed twice and said haha: "I've been in Longyou forever and there is no chance. After a while, when you have some free time, I will definitely take you to the Wangfeng Pond for boating."

The girl said reluctantly: "When will you give me a definite time?"

"This...let me think about it."

Li Xiao pretended to be confused. As a good brother, Gao Feng knew that Li Xiao had no interest in this girl, so he interrupted and led everyone into the Liu Mansion.

Li Xiao deliberately kept a distance from the girl. Li Xun saw it from the side and joked with a small smile: "Is there anyone who likes someone like you?"

Li Xiao chuckled and said, "There are so many people who like me. Boss Li, I am not as good as you in fighting, but in that aspect, you are far behind me."
Chapter completed!