People in the Qin Dynasty, entertained during the Warring States period

If anyone's to blame, it's Zi Nu for raising prices so drastically; the nobles of Xinzheng are truly blessed!

The door to the private room was pushed open.

Hongyu and Caidie stood by the door with their backs slightly bent.

The clattering sound of high heels on the floor drifted into the room from outside.

Cao Ze and Han Fei, who was holding a wine glass, looked around.

A graceful young woman stood elegantly at the doorway.

Her long purple dress accentuated her captivating figure, and her purple hair, styled in a high bun, was adorned with several silver hairpins, resembling a rose blooming in the sunlight.

Those captivating eyes also had a faint purple hue, like a pair of pearls hidden deep in the sea, dark yet dazzling.

A butterfly wing-shaped pattern was painted under the corner of her left eye, adding an extraordinary noble air to her already captivating appearance.

Such a woman would stand out even among a crowd of beauties.

The equally beautiful Hongyu and Caidie instantly became mere supporting characters to the purple rose.

Zi Nu's gentle gaze lingered on Cao Ze for a moment before she softly smiled and said, "The Cold Dew Orchid Wine from Zi Lan Xuan contains not only orchids but also some herbs that dispel cold and quench thirst. It is indeed somewhat beneficial for Ninth Young Master's cold, but you shouldn't drink too much of it."

Cao Ze slowly came to his senses.

Zi Nu in Handan always wore light makeup and elegant purple dresses.

Each has its own unique charm compared to the alluring, beautiful, and sexy woman, who resembles a purple rose.

He coughed lightly and said, "Brother Han, did you hear that? Don't overindulge in alcohol."

Han Fei did not reply, his expression slightly serious.

Such a sexy, charming, alluring, and noble woman dressed in purple—there is only one such woman in Zilan Pavilion—Zinu, the proprietress of Zilan Pavilion.

Guigu, which Cao Ze described as a small sect, never accepted female students.

Then there is only one possibility: Zi Nu is the one pushed to the front by the successor of Gui Gu.

He recalled what he had learned, a hint of seriousness flashing in his calm eyes. It seemed this woman was not someone to be trifled with...

Han Fei suddenly froze.

He watched as Zi Nu, whom he had treated with such care, strolled over to Cao Ze's side, knelt down with a smile, and poured Cao Ze a cup of wine.

Hongyu and Caidie, who were standing at the door, also entered with smiles on their faces and stood on either side of Cao Ze.

Han Fei suddenly had an absurd idea.

Could it be that Cao Ze and Zi Lanxuan had colluded beforehand, waiting to set him up?

Zi Nu parted her lips slightly and smiled sweetly, "It's so good that you're alright, sir. I was heartbroken for a long time when I first heard the news of your death."

Cao Ze did not believe that a few meetings in Handan were enough to win the heart of a beautiful and intelligent woman like Zi Nu.

Perhaps the Snow Maiden would be heartbroken upon learning of his death, but the Purple Maiden would at most feel some regret and remorse.

"It is a sin to have saddened Miss Zi Nu. I will punish myself with a cup of wine."

Cao Ze readily drank the wine that Zi Nu poured for him.

Han Fei pondered for a moment, observing the exchange between Cao Ze and Zi Nu, who seemed to know each other already.

Cao Ze said he had never been to Korea, so did Zi Nu go to Handan? What was she doing there? Was she a female spy planted by the Zhao state in Xinzheng?

Well, that's not important. What's important is... he seems to have been tricked by Cao Ze again.

He lost a necklace for nothing, a gift from his sister.

Hiss... Han Fei suddenly gasped.

I finally realized what was wrong.

Damn! He completely forgot that this was the necklace Honglian gave him before he left to study!

Thinking of this, Han Fei remained outwardly calm, but inwardly he was groaning.

They began to think about how to get it back from Cao Ze.

After Zi Nu and Cao Ze chatted and laughed, she glanced at Han Fei and said with a smile, "Ninth Young Master."

Han Fei said with a sigh, "I didn't expect that Brother Cao and Miss Zi Nu were already acquainted."

Zi Nu narrowed her beautiful eyes, realizing that Han Fei was testing her.

“In April, I took Nongyu to Handan to study under Kuang Xiu, where we unexpectedly met Mr. Cao Ze.”

Cao Ze thought to himself, "This was premeditated, wasn't it?"

Han Fei shook his head and softly recited: "A dappled horse, a thousand pieces of gold, call the boy to exchange them for fine wine, to dispel with you the sorrows of ages past."

Zi Nu's eyes lit up. "What excellent writing!"

Han Fei smiled reservedly, "The wines at Zilan Pavilion are expensive, but well worth it."

Zi Nu chuckled sweetly, "No need for Ninth Young Master to pay."

Han Fei chuckled, his tone barely concealing his smugness: "Of course, Brother Cao has already agreed to treat us."

Zi Nu blinked her purple eyes: "I see."

She turned slightly to the side and looked at Cao Ze teasingly, "Are you trying to take advantage of me?"

Han Fei paused, what the heck?

Cao Ze said guiltily, "They're all the same, they're all the same."

Zi Nu's expression turned serious, and she said, "How can they be the same? Although I promised that you wouldn't have to pay a penny when you come to Zi Lan Xuan, I didn't say that banquets or the like would count."

Han Fei thought to himself: "Damn! No wonder Brother Cao is so generous, it turns out that eating and drinking at Zilan Pavilion is free!"

Cao Ze smiled helplessly. He knew that with Zi Nu's money-loving nature, she would never allow him to bring his "friends" to eat for free at Zi Lan Xuan.

"I……"

Zi Nu suddenly changed her tone, "I'll let it go this time, but if you bring friends over again in the future, you must let me know."

It seems I don't need to pay anything... Cao Ze was secretly pleased, unaware of the subtle, unspoken emotion hidden in Zi Nu's words.

Han Fei went from admiration to jealousy. It would be outrageous if he didn't try to get some attention from Brother Cao!

He coughed lightly: "Enjoy life while you can, for tomorrow you may die. Come, let's have a drink."

Zi Nu was captivated again. Although she was not proficient in poetry and music, she still had a basic sense of aesthetics.

She couldn't help but exclaim, "What a beautiful poem! Is this line related to the preceding lines?"

Han Fei said proudly, "Of course! I dare say this is the best drinking poem in the world!"

Ever since he heard this poem, he has considered Kuang Xiu as a close friend, believing that no one who doesn't love wine could possibly write such a good poem.

Unfortunately, he heard that Kuang Xiu had gone to live in Xianyang for some unknown reason, which made him very regretful.

Cao Ze came to Zi Lan Xuan tonight, and Zi Nu was in a very good mood.

"I never expected that the Ninth Young Master would have such poetic talent."

Han Fei coughed lightly, neither admitting nor denying it. He couldn't let his brother Cao steal the spotlight; he wanted to show off a bit too.

"Would the Ninth Prince be so kind as to recite a song?"

Han Fei proudly declared, "Of course it's possible!"

He rose, flicked his sleeves, turned his back to Cao Ze and Zi Nu, gazed at the vast night, and said with a sigh, "Have you not seen the Yellow River's waters come from the sky..."

……

Chapter 235 Han Fei's Death

Cao Ze suppressed a laugh and quietly watched Han Fei show off.

Zi Nu had been watching Cao Ze closely. Noticing his unusual behavior, she asked, somewhat puzzled, "What's wrong with you?"

Cao Ze whispered a few words in Zi Nu's ear.

Zi Nu's expression was priceless. Looking at Han Fei, who was reciting poetry with his back to everyone, she felt incredibly awkward.

After Han Fei finished reciting, he walked up to Cao Ze and Zi Nu and proudly asked, "How is this poem? Does it deserve the title of the best poem written while drinking in the world?"

Zi Nu is a professional boss; no matter how funny something is, she can't just burst out laughing.

Not wanting to directly expose the truth, she could only clap her hands gently, saying, "Beautiful poem, beautiful poem."

Cao Ze echoed, "Brother Han is truly talented."

Han Fei laughed triumphantly, feeling a sense of honor.

Cao Ze smiled on the surface, but thought to himself, "Brother-in-law, I've been playing along with your performance. I hope you won't be too twisted when you die and end up wielding the Reverse Scale Sword to cut your brother-in-law."

After showing off, Han Fei felt refreshed and his cold was almost completely cured.

However, he did not forget the important business he had come to Zilan Pavilion.

"Miss Zi Nu, there is something I would like to ask you."

"Please speak, Ninth Young Master."

"I wonder why my younger sister, Princess Honglian, frequents Zilan Pavilion so often."

Han Fei's tone was somewhat subtle.

Honglian frequents brothels like Zilanxuan, and the matter can be serious or minor.

More than being ashamed of the royal family, he was worried that his sister would be used.

He secretly resolved that once he returned, he would investigate who the Guigu Sect member behind Zilanxuan was.

Zi Nu suddenly realized why Han Fei had come to Zi Lan Xuan with Cao Ze the very night he returned to Xin Zheng, before he had even settled down.

It is worth noting that Han Fei, who was once highly regarded and even regarded by the royal clan elders as the hope for the rise of the state, has always been the focus of attention.

Tonight is destined to be an eventful night.

……

Xinzheng, the General's Mansion.