Chapter 934: Chapter 933: Attending the Banquet
Arriving at the Corner Gate, Ah Jiu and the others saw a familiar face, none other than the Talented Master Yan, Yan Er, who had disappeared for a few days.
“Why are you here too?” Yan Er was quite surprised to see Ah Jiu.
“The Tenth Prince sent out invitations widely, and the Mo Family’s Ah Jiu also received one,” Ah Jiu said casually, then looked at him, “I thought you had left?”
Yan Er gave a wry smile, scratched his head, and coughed awkwardly, “Oh, I went to visit a friend.”
Wufu watched, sensing some gossip.
Perhaps her gaze was too intense, as Yan Er glanced over. Seeing it was Xiao Li, he looked away, puzzled, wondering why this feeling was so reminiscent of that girl.
“In that case, let’s go in together,” Ah Jiu said.
Wufu immediately handed the invitation to the servant at the door. The servant took it, glanced at it, and ushered them in.
Yan Er took another look, confirming that the demeanor was undoubtedly Xiao Li, just assuming he had mistaken.
Compared to Ah Jiu, the Talented Master Yan, Yan Er appeared much more distinguished, and the servant was extremely respectful to him.
Wufu observed coldly; it seemed Yan Er’s reputation was esteemed in both countries.
Unbeknownst to her, scholars were well-received and respected wherever they went. Not to mention, Yan Er was a learned Talented Master, and despite his personality, the prestigious title of top scholar was enough to gild his reputation.
If Yan Er were to accept the Tenth Prince’s invitation, the prince would likely treat him as an honored guest. As for being from another country, well, talent knew no borders.
Yan Er initially intended to sit with Ah Jiu, but after Ah Jiu softly spoke a few words, Yan Er glanced at him and then went to speak with some acquaintances instead.
Damn, just knew this person attending such a banquet was up to no good.
Ah Jiu watched Yan Er leave with envy in his eyes.
This scene fell into the eyes of others who assumed the Talented Master disdained associating with a businessman. After all, with the surname Yan, he hailed from a prestigious family in Beiyan and was a top scholar. Why would he condescend to mingle with a merchant?
Ah Jiu didn’t appear too abrupt and found some people of seemingly lower status to converse with. Although he was a ‘merchant,’ his wide-ranging experiences made his conversation lively and humorous. Soon, he was sharing drinks and calling these people brothers.
In the vast Curved Water Banquet Pavilion, there were many men, and Wufu stood nearby observing coldly. Indeed, there were countless figures with their own charms, leaving her dazzled.
“The Tenth Prince is here,” Yuan Ye said in a soft voice.
Wufu looked over, and indeed, a handsome young man in a scarlet robe and crowned with a gold headpiece embedded with a Bright Pearl, was being surrounded by several other young men in similarly luxurious attire as they approached.
Those who were talking in threes and twos promptly stood up, cupping their hands in salute.
Tenth Prince Zhao Mingjun smiled and waved his hand, making a few polite introductory remarks, asking everyone to make themselves comfortable, before being guided around to converse with various individuals.
Wufu watched as he approached Ah Jiu, her heart slightly tense. Seeing that he merely glanced at Ah Jiu and said a few words without much interest, then walked away.
When the Tenth Prince reached a young man in a similarly scarlet robe, he appeared much more enthusiastic.
“Who’s that?”
“That’s the Jun Family’s eldest young master, Jun Wenqi, the future head of the Jun Family,” Yuan Ye whispered.
Wufu raised an eyebrow, looking at Jun Wenqi. Seeing his handsome appearance with naturally slender fox-like eyes, he seemed somewhat sly.
His attitude towards the Tenth Prince was rather lukewarm, and whatever he said made the prince’s face turn somewhat displeased.