Empress, she is beautiful Lu Ziye

The northwest has been involved in the war for several months, but it has not had much impact on the lives of the people in the capital. The government has stabilized prices and controlled public opinion to prevent those with malicious intentions from taking advantage of it.

A few days ago, I heard that a few more spies were arrested. They are all people who have lived in the capital for more than five years. They disguised themselves as tofu vendors, arrogant fortune tellers, honest farmers...waiting for the east wind.

There are not only people from the Liang Kingdom, but also people from other countries who have stepped in and want to fish in troubled waters.

After all, the disappearance of King Chen was not concealed in the past few days. Word of mouth spread throughout the streets and alleys through the word of mouth of interested people, and it also caused riots.

Later, the government came up with an idea. Instead of trying to hide it, it would be better to let people know about it and let the people secretly report those who tried to disrupt the order of the city with words and reward them.

A few days later, all the rampant rumors gradually subsided. On the streets, you could hear words of concern about the war, but there were no more naysayers or instigators.

Nan Zhen walked through the busy city, her ears filled with the sounds of bargaining.

She unconsciously raised the corners of her mouth. Fireworks are the most common, but also the most precious.

Tianhua Inn is located slightly to the west of the city and is not far away from the lively urban area. There are not many people coming in and out every day, so Nan Zhen didn't attract any attention when she entered.

She stepped into the threshold and looked around. Instead of going to the seat near the window as usual, she sat down in the middle of the lobby.

As soon as she sat down, a waiter came up to greet her, "What do you want to eat, girl? We have prepared all kinds of dishes today, including top-quality fish cheeks and meat. Would you like to have some, girl?"

As he spoke, he poured the tea eagerly.

You can tell by looking at Nan Zhen's clothes and manners that she is someone who can afford to pay, so he is a vigorous salesman.

Nan Zhen did not take the order he handed over, but said proudly, "Let's serve all your signature dishes."

The waiter was stunned. Even though he could make money, he still hesitated, "We have six signature dishes. I'm afraid the girl won't be able to finish them all by herself. How about... choose three?"

Nan Zhen just smiled and said, "It doesn't matter, go ahead."

When the waiter saw her composure and understatement, he couldn't persuade her anymore and turned around to go to the kitchen.

The kitchen prepared the meal very quickly, and within a short time, the six dishes were presented one by one.

Nan Zhen held up her chopsticks and took a bite from time to time, slowly and seemingly in no hurry.

Cheng Fang opened the door, with a look of satisfaction on his face as he had just woken up, "Oh, I had a really comfortable sleep last night..."

There were many people eating downstairs and it was noisy. When he leaned over the railing and took a look, he immediately noticed the person in the middle of the lobby. He couldn't help but chuckle, "It came so fast."

Cheng Fang knew that Nan Zhen would definitely receive news from the moment he stepped into the capital city gate.

He didn't deliberately hide his whereabouts. He was thinking about when she would come to see him, but he never thought that she would come today.

While yawning, he stretched and walked downstairs, passed through the noisy banquet table, and came to the opposite side of Nan Zhen. He placed his rough fingers on the edge of the table and tapped lightly, "There are so many dishes, why do you only have the plate in front of you?"

Cheng Fang pointed to the plate of pork head closest to him and said, "How can you eat this without drinking wine? Waiter, bring a jar of wine!"

"Hey - Sir, please wait a moment."

Nan Zhen raised her eyes to see him sitting down familiarly, then picked up the chopsticks with a smile in her eyes, "Of course it's because I'm waiting for someone."

When I came here this time, I didn't expect that I would see him on the right schedule. It was just a matter of luck.

Fortunately, he didn't hide.

"Hahaha." Cheng Fang laughed, with a hearty voice. His dark skin and furrowed face gave him the appearance of a farmer, hiding all his sharpness from the battlefield.

The dust fell, leaving me calm.

"When I woke up, I happened to be hungry. You came at the right time."

There seems to be something in the words.

Nan Zhen understood what he meant, but she didn't make it clear. She just said to the waiter who came forward to deliver the wine, "Change this wine glass into two thick bowls."

Strong wine needs to be paired with a thick bowl to achieve its charm.

Cheng Fang was stunned for a moment, and then he rolled his eyes, admiring Nan Zhen even more, "I've been living here for two days, and the waiter knows my drinking habit, so the ones he brings here are all strong drinks. Are you sure? Want to come together?"

Even though he knew that Nan Zhen was not that delicate girl, he didn't want to embarrass her.

Overly strong wine is not something that a first timer can handle.

"It doesn't matter, Chief Cheng has traveled a long way from Jincheng to here, and I must accompany him."

Nan Zhen poured the wine herself and handed it over with both hands. Cheng Fang was not polite. After taking it, he clinked the bowl with her and drank it down. "Tsk, it feels good!"

He squinted his eyes, and this sip of wine calmed his mood.

but--

"I am just a farmer now, and I am no longer a leader. Little girl, you should change your title."

Likewise, he was not used to calling Nan Zhen Li's concubine.