My Wife Turns Out to be an Empress of the Dynasty
Chapter 55 The Courtesan's Invitation

With discontent, Wu Yuan raised his arms and shouted, drawing the attention of everyone in the corner of Miao Yin Pavilion.

Wei Zhi and others were puzzled. Only Gu Lan, with a casual glance, roughly understood what was happening.

The ashen Destiny, mere cannon fodder villains...

Damn, brainless eunuch stories really can't traverse. What kind of characters does the author create for the antagonists!

As expected.

Soon, the heavily adorned old madam approached with a quick pace, smiling apologetically to Wu Yuan, explaining, "So it's Young Master Wu gracing us with his presence!"

"I heard that General has summoned you back a couple of days ago. Today, there are quite a few guests, and I thought this table, sitting empty, is a waste..."

"Nonsense! Even if my seat is empty, it shouldn't be given to these... these useless scholars!"

Impatiently pushing the old madam away, Wu Yuan disdainfully glanced at the scholars from Langzhou, displaying a strong contempt for intellectuals.

The Langzhou scholars were indignant, clenching their fists secretly.

But Wei Zhi, upon seeing the newcomer's appearance, wore a troubled expression.

"Oh no, he occupied his seat... This is not good!"

"Who is this person?"

A clear voice sounded, and Wei Zhi looked to see that Gu Lan remained calm and unaffected, as if the other party's attitude and words were of no concern.

Such composure was not something a newly successful scholar could possess.

Wei Zhi, with no time to think further, whispered, "He's a young master from a prominent general's family. We'll explain later to Brother Gu."

Then, Wei Zhi stood up, humbly approaching Wu Yuan.

"Apologies, Young Master Wu! Today is indeed a misunderstanding. We'll move to other seats immediately, and you won't be disturbed anymore. Just wait a moment..."

Watching Wei Zhi acting subserviently, Wu Yuan squinted his eyes slightly.

"No, you've disrupted my enjoyment. Moving away won't be sufficient."

"Alright, tonight, I'll cover the cost of presenting the token to Miss Fei. Consider this matter settled."

As soon as these words were spoken, the Langzhou scholars showed expressions of urgent frustration.

Presenting the token to the charming courtesan once would cost at least a hundred taels of gold. Even pooling together all the money they brought to the capital wouldn't be enough.

Wei Zhi also wore a troubled expression.

Although this wasteful young master might be useless, his father was the general in charge of the capital's Feather Guard, a position that a street-level official like Wei Zhi couldn't contend with.

Nervously thinking, he had to replace a way to ensure that his fellow townspeople scholars could leave smoothly tonight.

At this moment, upstairs, Xiao Fei'er noticed the stalemate below, her delicate eyebrows furrowing.

"Who is that person?"

Xiao Fei'er pointed at the arrogant Wu Yuan with her slender, white jade finger.

"Uh..."

The maid responded somewhat awkwardly, "He is Young General Wu from the Wu Residence. Miss, you might have forgotten; for the past half year, he has been presenting the token to you every day."

"Heh, with so many token presenters, don't let such characters in from now on."

Xiao Fei'er said coldly, looking at her husband, who sat elegantly, in stark contrast to these arrogant and overbearing dandies who sought her favor.

Xiao Fei'er couldn't stand it.

But just as the maid was about to go downstairs to drive the people away, Xiao Fei'er's eyes flickered, and she called her back, "Wait, go tell them this way..."

"Yes."

Upon hearing the instructions, the maid went downstairs.

Behind her, a charming smile appeared on Xiao Fei'er's face.

...

At this moment, downstairs, the stalemate continued. Gu Lan, at the table, had already cracked open a melon seed. Upon seeing the approaching maid, everyone was slightly stunned.

The disdain on Wu Yuan's face towards the scholars from Langzhou immediately transformed into a respectful and sincere expression. They all recognized her; she was Xiao Fei'er's maid.

"Miss Lan!"

Wu Yuan, a young master from a general's family, bowed to the maid, "Has Miss been disturbed?"

"Yes."

The maid called Miss Lan responded with a faint acknowledgment, clearly showing no deference to this fourth-ranked young general.

Unexpectedly, Wu Yuan not only did not get angry but lowered his posture even more.

"It's my fault. I'll personally drive these useless scholars away to avoid displeasing Miss."

Well, this is the self-cultivation of a sycophant. Even a Zhongren should learn a thing or two from you... Gu Lan looked amused.

Wei Zhi and his companions had unpleasant expressions. If they were kicked out before finishing the banquet, they would have no place in the capital.

However, Miss Lan raised her hand to stop Wu Yuan and said, "Tonight, Miss Fei invites Young Master Wu to the lakeside pleasure boat."

A lakeside pleasure boat typically held another private room for the courtesan!

To the listeners, it sounded like Xiao Fei'er would be accompanying him tonight!

Wu Yuan was thrilled, and the other young masters behind him couldn't believe it. They looked disheartened, feeling cold inside.

No! Is this the power of wealth? I no longer believe in love...

"Great! Miss Fei finally accepts me. I'll go right away!" Wu Yuan danced with excitement, his desires almost bursting from his eyes!

Guided by the old madam, he gracefully exited the main building of Miao Yin Pavilion.

At this moment, Wei Zhi and his group breathed a sigh of relief and returned to their seats.

"Phew! Luckily, this incident intervened; otherwise, tonight would have been difficult for us!"

"Ah, it's a pity about Miss Fei's beauty. She actually chose to be with such a person!"

"It's good enough to escape. Be grateful, my friend!"

...

Among the scholars, some were cynical, some felt it was not worth it for the beauty, but they all couldn't change anything!

The beautiful stories of literati and beauties only existed in books. Xiao Fei'er, this heavenly beauty, would never have any intersection with them in their plain white lives!

Just as Miao Yin Pavilion returned to normal.

Miss Lan did not leave. Instead, she clapped her hands, smiled lightly, and said, "Alright, now that the people Miss dislikes have been driven away, we can welcome a guest."

Everyone: !!!!

After a moment!

The confused young masters of the capital gradually realized what was happening, their faces showing delight.

"Haha! I knew Miss Fei would never choose that fool from the Wu family. I'm the perfect match!"

"Go away! Miss Lan, I've prepared the money for presenting the token. Please help convey it!"

...

The wealthy dandies eagerly sent money.

The Langzhou scholars at the table looked enlightened.

"That guy was told to go to the lakeside pleasure boat, but it didn't say Miss Fei herself would be there. Miss Fei is quite clever!"

"That's right. Miss Fei must have intentionally resolved the situation for us. She is truly beautiful and kind!"

...

The scholars, moved to tears, raised their glasses.

In a moment of toasts and laughter.

However!

Miss Lan did not leave but instead walked gracefully towards the round table where Gu Lan was seated, among the approaching young masters.

Afterwards.

In the midst of many curious gazes, she gently made a request.

"Young Master Gu Lan, Miss Fei has admired your talent for a long time and would like to invite you upstairs for a conversation."

As her words fell, the entire Miao Yin Pavilion fell silent at that moment.