Jiang Shuyue's gaze drifted downward, leaving Thousand-Household Commander Qin thoroughly embarrassed.
No matter how he positioned his legs, he felt uncomfortable.
Zhou Yunshen covered her eyes, then turned her gaze toward himself.
"The Spring Imperial Examination starts the day after tomorrow. Would you like to go see your father?"
"I'd rather place a side bet than look at him. He's hale and hearty. There's nothing worth seeing."
Zhou Yunshen had originally wanted to enjoy the spectacle, but after hearing her say that, he thought she had a point.
Jiang An had gone home today to scrape together the money. At the crack of dawn on the day of the Spring Imperial Examination, Zhou Yunshen would send people to block his door and demand payment. It was bound to be quite a show.
Thousand-Household Commander Qin was worried about Qin Juan and had long since lost interest in eating.
After offering Jiang Shuyue and the others a few toasts, he hauled his son away in a hurry.
When the Brothel Madam returned, she reported the Chen Family's affairs with a beaming smile, expecting to win their favor.
Who knew that Prince Huai would fine her a hundred thousand taels of silver without a single unnecessary word and order her establishment closed for a month?
This place's monthly takings were far more than a hundred thousand taels...
The Brothel Madam was just about to wipe away her tears and fetch someone to help when Jiang Shuyue slapped the table in astonishment and cried, "Heavens! A wild boar has turned into a spirit!"
Murong Tianci nearly burst out laughing. "Little madam, the Brothel Madam may be a little round, but you still can't call her a pig."
Huahua: [Why do I feel so hot? Your chest is all sweaty! Are you that excited