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The Favored Minister

by Salted Fish — At eighteen years old, the young marquis of the Duke’s manor, Xu Chun, had been yearning for a male companion. He wanted someone older, who would be considerate. He wanted someone good-looking; that was a given. He wanted someone skilled—after all, the first time must set a good precedent. So he could enjoy the boundless pleasures of life! After much deliberation, he set his…
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2. Chapter 2 – Redemption
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Chapter 99 – Practicing the Journey
by Salted Fish — After the Zhongyuan Festival, Xie Yi ordered Fang Zixing to arrange the trip to the hunting palace. Xu Chun returned to the Duke's residence and simply told them that his teacher Shen Mengzhen was taking him on a tour of the capital region for some time. Since he now had prospects and was about to become an official, he thought his mother wouldn't oppose it. After all, Lady Sheng never restricted him in such matters. Unexpectedly, Lady Sheng asked, “How long will you be gone? Your twentieth birthday is…
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Chapter 98 – Fish Lanterns
by Salted Fish — The night was silent as Xu Chun listened to Xie Yi's analysis of the case. His appearance, once akin to a celestial being, now carried a hint of cold determination from someone at the pinnacle of power. This coldness, however, only intensified Xu Chun's fascination and infatuation, drawing him deeper into its allure. "So what do we do now?" Xu Chun asked. "I heard Brother Fang say that we should release Lady Chu. Won't she be in danger again?" Xie Yi shook his head. "Knowing she's under our watch, and…
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Chapter 97 – Feeding Soup
by Salted Fish — Xu Chun left the Martial Hero Marquis Manor and returned to the Duke Manor. He first had dinner with his parents, then after returning to Bamboo Branch Workshop, he found a quiet place to tell Chunxi about entering the Imperial Guard, and returning his indenture papers. "From now on, you're considered an official. With a military post under your belt, your parents will also gain prestige. I'll write a letter to my maternal grandfather's side and ask them to release your parents. Once you have earned merit…
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Chapter 96 – Sensational News
by Salted Fish — Xu Chun slept deeply, and when he woke up, the sun was high and bright outside his window, well past noon. He asked Wufu about the Emperor's schedule and learned that the Emperor had already finished his court session, seeing that Xu Chun was still asleep, and didn't disturb him. Instead, he returned to the Imperial Study for a brief rest and then summoned the Grand Secretariat for a meeting. Xu Chun felt uneasy, asking Wufu about the events at court and what happened to Minister Li. Wufu replied, "I…
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Chapter 95 – Lesson
by Salted Fish — Li Meiya soon met the Emperor. Kneeling there, he could hardly believe that merely meeting with the Prince's late concubine had drawn the attention of the Imperial Guard, and now even the Emperor himself was interrogating him. Xie Yi hurriedly walked in, wearing his dark dragon robe. With a sweep of his robes, he sat down, glanced at Li Meiya, and asked, "Speak. I have no patience." Li Meiya was bewildered. "Your Majesty has been sending people to follow Chu Wei?" Xie Yi sneered. "I'm…
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Chapter 94 – The Painted Boat
by Salted Fish — Xu Chun picked up his brush and, following Li Meiyai's suggestion, casually sketched a few strokes of a lotus flower swaying in the wind and half a lotus leaf. A servant promptly took it away. Most of the other guests were writing poems, but the other Daoist simply sat there unmoved. Soon, the inner chamber's pearl curtain rustled slightly, and a girl with two buns sauntered out. She wore a pale yellow gauze blouse, her features still youthful, and she bowed deeply, "Esteemed gentlemen, your elegant…
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Chapter 93 – The Flower Boat
by Salted Fish — Xu Chun rode his horse down the main street, his face still burning from the unexpected words he had heard from Ninth Brother. He had always thought himself the pursuer, with Ninth Brother high above him, whom he could only gaze at longingly, hoping for every moment when Ninth Brother would soften his heart towards him. Yet, he didn't know that behind his back, Ninth Brother was so open and honest, feeling no qualms about having a romantic relationship with a subject. The future he casually painted out was…
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Chapter 92 – Growing Old Together
by Salted Fish — In a flash, Ding Hai returned with the four servants named after the seasons. Upon their return, Fang Zixing led them to kneel outside the Suiyu Hall, ready to beg the Emperor for forgiveness. Xu Chun, however, was leading a group of guards carrying a cow's head, returning in high spirits from outside. Walking into the courtyard, he spotted Fang Zixing and Ding Hai, first startled then delighted. "Ding Hai, you're back? What happened?" Fang Zixing was first drawn to the sight of the cow's head. "What…
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Chapter 91 – Viewing Paintings
by Salted Fish — Su Huaibei stood up first, bowing his hands as he said, "Your Majesty." Xu Chun turned his head and only then noticed Xie Yi's arrival. Surprised and delighted, he hurriedly bent down to look for his shoes. But Xie Yi had already restrained him, saying, "What's the rush? Take your time." He lowered his head to pick up the shoes, holding Xu Chun's ankle as he helped him put on one shoe. Xu Chun took advantage of the situation, throwing himself at Xie Yi as he exclaimed, "Big Brother Jiu is back." Xie…
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