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Xu Chun wandered around and sneaked back to the estate, only to be caught immediately by Sheng Changtian: "I knew you'd run off again. Even last night's heavy snow couldn't stop you?" Xu Chun chuckled, his face flushing red. Sheng Changtian grabbed his arm and said, "Your family's estate has been flooded with invitations. General Helan also sent one, inviting both you and me." Xu Chun said, "Great, when did he set the date? Tomorrow? Why don't we bring some gifts and pay him a visit." Sheng…-
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As Saint Longevity approached, heaven blessed the capital with a fortunate snowfall, blanketing the city in a thick layer of snow overnight. By dawn, the world was cloaked in silver, trees adorned with ice, and everything bathed in a crystalline clarity. Xie Yi rose early that morning and gave instructions, and due to the heavy snow, court was canceled, but he summoned several key ministers separately at staggered times. He skimmed through official documents and selected important ones to review before…
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The carriage rolled to a stop at the side gate of Helan Mansion. An elderly servant hunched over and opened the door. Helan Jingjiang personally helped his sister out of the carriage and led her inside. The old servant took the carriage away. Helan Jingjiang said, "Baozhi, I should buy you some maidservants. At the Duke's mansion, it's not convenient without a maid following you." Helan Baozhi replied, "Brother, didn't you say before that you didn't want to stay in the capital and wanted to petition His…
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At night, Sheng Changtian returned from his anti-smuggling operations and joined them. Seeing Nong Siji was also present greatly surprised him. After exchanging pleasantries, he was inevitably made to drink three cups of wine as punishment. Sheng Changtian was also an excellent conversationalist, and since he had been at sea since he was young, he had broad horizons. His addition to the feast immediately made the conversation more interesting. When friends meet, they drink. That night, the four men drank…
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Nong Siji suddenly stood up again and bowed deeply, "Brother Xu, you have a vast landscape in your heart; I underestimated you before. Now my life hangs by a thread, uncertain from morning till night. This time, it was Island Master Shaou who pointed out a path, telling me to seek help from the imperial court in the capital. But I've been unable to find an entry point, never expecting that Heaven would take pity on me today and let me meet Brother Xu. But I wonder if Brother Xu can help me?" Seeing Nong…
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Nong Siji sat on his seat with some irritation and asked, "You've been here for half a year, and you haven't made contact with any officials who can speak on our behalf?" The subordinates below hung their heads dejectedly. One envoy said in a low voice, "Your Highness, it's not that we didn't try. The officials of this imperial court look down on us envoys from vassal states to begin with. When we tried to make connections, most of them turned out to be greedy people. Before we even entered their doors,…
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Although Xu Chun felt a little melancholic after seeing Xie Yi off, it wasn't long before Sheng Changtian and Huo Shiduo returned victorious with good news. They had captured many bandits, all of whom were sent to the Prefectural Government Office for trial and punishment. The fragrant pigs and peacocks were separately entrusted to Dong Xian, who continued to escort them to the capital. As for the so-called spices, gems, and fine wines used as bait, they were all fakes and were scattered on the spot. Xu…
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On the bed in the study, Xu Chun nestled in Xie Yi's arms, tears still glistening in his eyes, yet he held tightly onto Xie Yi, whispering, "Why did Elder Brother Jiu promote me?" Xie Yi leaned against a large bolster, one leg bent, an arm outstretched embracing Xu Chun, his posture relaxed as he closed his eyes with a smile, "Isn't it good that I promoted you? It's just a nominal title anyway, so you won't have to feel inferior in front of Inspector Qin." Xu Chun stole a glance at Xie Yi, his mature…
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Xu Chun quickly changed into his official robes and brought out all the officials from the Harbor Administration Office at the government office. Sure enough, he saw He Zhiqiu and Fang Zixing standing in front of the main hall of the government office, dressed in their splendid official robes. They had set up an incense altar, and after three kneels and nine kowtows, He Zhiqiu read the imperial decree, "Imperial edict: Since taking office, Prince Jing's heir and the Director of the Harbor Administration…
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The customs office was bustling with activity early in the morning. Firecrackers were set off, and music played as Xu Chun led two deputy chief inspectors out to see the tribute off. Carriages covered in apricot yellow fabric rolled out majestically, each bearing gifts labeled with items such as ores, pepper, fine wine, and jewels, all marked with apricot yellow tags and flags indicating their country of origin. A cart carrying pineapples with a strong aroma passed by, followed by a banana tree laden with…
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