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Chapter 44: Sister Zhao has improper thoughts about me?
"Brother Zhao, Brother Shi."

"Zhaodu Yuhou, Shidu Commander."

Li Yi and the other man dismounted and greeted Zhao Kuangyin and Shi Shouxin respectively.

After the Battle of Gaoping, Shi Shouxin was promoted to the commander-in-chief of the personal guards, half a level higher than Zhao Kuangyin's commander-in-chief of the personal guards.

"Brother Yi, Madu Yuhou."

Zhao Kuangyin stepped forward quickly, greeted Ma Renyu first, and then affectionately held Li Yi's arm.

Just looking at how close the two are, it would be hard for outsiders to imagine that they actually have a blood feud.

"Brother Yi, this is Ma Du Yu Hou." Shi Shouxin also stepped forward and greeted him.

In the past few years, Li Yi was determined to curry favor with Zhao Kuangyin and barely managed to get into his circle. He was quite familiar with Shi Shouxin.

Zhao and Shi have been friends since childhood, and their closeness is unmatched by anyone else. No wonder Shi Shouxin would greet guests at the door with Zhao Da.

"Brother Zhao, this is a small gift from the two of us. I hope you will accept it."

Li Yi handed the gift money he brought to Zhao Kuangyin. He and Ma Renyu came together, so the money was divided into two parts.

Zhao Kuangyin accepted it after a few polite words.

This is what social etiquette is all about. It's mainly about expressing one's feelings. When one reaches their status, a little money no longer piques their interest.

"Oh, why are we standing at the door? I'm sorry, please come in."

Zhao Kuangyin apologized and quickly pulled Li Yi towards the gate. It seemed that the two of them had such a good relationship that they seemed to be wearing the same pants.

The Zhao family's house is slightly smaller than Li Yi's new house, and the decoration style is not as exquisite. It is quite old.

However, the Zhao family had quite a few maids and servants, who were busy shuttling back and forth.

"Second brother, I heard that Brother Yi is here."

As the group of four entered the gate, a young woman came towards them, walking hurriedly and looking a little anxious.

The woman was in her early twenties, with a slightly plump figure. She wore a single, narrow-sleeved dress embroidered with peonies, her hair tied in a bun with a pearl and jade hairpin, and her face was powdered and painted, giving her a very charming look.

"Second Madam." Li Yi saluted the young woman.

He also knew this woman. She was Zhao Da's sister, the eldest princess of Yan State in history.

This woman first married Miford, but her husband died early. After the establishment of the Song Dynasty, she was promised to General Gao Huaide by Zhao Kuangyin as his second wife.

Of course, that is a record in later history.

Now, Zhao Erniang has been a widow at home for two or three years, and she has not given birth to any children with her late husband.

Her situation is somewhat similar to Guo's.

But she still has her parents and brothers around her, so her life is relatively easy and comfortable.

Li Yi had been to the Zhao family several times, so he had met Zhao Erniang several times and had exchanged a few words with her.

"Brother Yi..." Zhao Erniang stroked her temples and called with a faint smile.

At the same time, Ma Renyu, who was following behind Li Yi, had a strange look in his eyes. He glanced at Li Yi's face, then looked at Zhao Erniang with a look of suspicion.

"Ahem!" Zhao Kuangyin coughed lightly, "Second Lady, please don't disturb the distinguished guest."

"It's not the first time Yi Ge'er and I have met. Can't we just come and say hello?"

Perhaps influenced by her father and brother who were both military generals, Zhao Erniang had a rather aggressive personality and directly refuted Zhao Da's words.

It is said that in history, before Zhao Kuangyin was about to do something big, he specifically returned home to discuss it with his relatives.

Unexpectedly, Zhao Da's sister, Zhao Erniang, rushed out with a rolling pin and scolded:
"When a man encounters a major issue, he should make his own decisions. What kind of ability do you have by coming to my house and scaring a woman?"

As he spoke, he hit Zhao Da with a rolling pin and beat him out of the house.

Although this record is too exaggerated and its authenticity is questionable, the fact that there is such a rumor at least shows that Zhao was indeed a very unique person.

However, in this era, the legacy of the prosperous Tang Dynasty still exists, and the status of women is not low. There are always some women with stronger personalities.

"Brother Yi, I cooked today's dishes myself. Please try them later to see if they suit your taste."

Zhao ignored her second brother, smiled at Li Yi, turned around and hurried away. Zhao Kuangyin said awkwardly, "My second sister has been wild since she was a child. She is not virtuous enough. I am making fun of you two."

Li Yi laughed and said, "Second Lady is a true character, how can you say she is a joke?"

But while he said this, he was wondering in his heart, what's going on with Zhao Erniang... Did she come here just to say hello to me?

By the way, tell yourself that this is the banquet prepared by her chef. Can you comment on it after eating?

On the way to the main hall with Zhao Kuangyin, Ma Renyu suddenly approached Li Yi and whispered, "Brother Yi, I'm afraid that the Zhao family's second wife has improper thoughts about you. You have to be careful!"

Does Sister Zhao have any improper thoughts about me?
Li Yi was shocked by these words.

That can’t be… I haven’t had much contact with the other party, it can’t be that outrageous.

Besides, what can Zhao Erniang gain from this?
Thinking of this, Li Yi felt that Ma Renyu was talking nonsense.

They're just a little more enthusiastic...

After entering the main hall of the Zhao family, Li Yi saw that there were already more than a dozen people inside. He took a quick look and knew almost all of them.

After all, he had been currying favor with Zhao Da for a long time, and most of Zhao Da's acquaintances had also dealt with Li Yi.

"Envoy Li!"

"Greetings to Envoy Li..."

When everyone in the hall saw Li Yi come in, they all came forward to greet him.

Among the people present, five of the ten brothers of the Yishe Society in history were there, and there was no need to say much about Shi Shouxin, Zhao Da's close friend.

In addition, Wang Shenqi and Han Chongyun naturally came as well.

The remaining two are Li Jixun and Liu Guangyi.

Among them, Li Jixun had the highest military rank and was named Palace Guard Commander after the Battle of Gaoping.

That’s right, it’s the military position that Zhao Da was conferred in history.

According to the original trajectory, after Li Jixun returned to the court, he would be immediately transferred from the Palace Guard Commander to the Commander of the Right Wing of Hujie.

Then the position of the Palace Guard Commander fell to Zhao Da.

But now it seems that this may not be the case.

As for the other four of the Ten Brothers of Yishe, Li Yi did not see them.

However, there are very few records of those four guys in history, and they did not make any progress during the reign of Emperor Shizong Chai Rong.

It seems that the authenticity of the Ten Brothers of Yishe is indeed questionable, and the claim of a so-called secret society is also untenable.

After all, Li Yi had dealt with Zhao Da for a few years. Even the most secretive society would always have news, right?
Of course, none of these things matter right now.

Li Yi exchanged a few words with everyone, and then was invited by Zhao Kuangyin to sit in the seat of honor. He and Li Jixun received the same treatment.

Zhao Kuangyin sat between the two of them, chatting with them on the armrests on their left and right.

"Li Du led his army to defeat Zhang Yuanhui in the Battle of Gaoping, and then repelled the Liao army in the Battle of Xinkou, killing the Liao general Yelu Dilu."

"It has already become famous all over the world..."

"We'll get closer in the future..."

At the banquet, everyone complimented Li Yi from time to time, and even Li Jixun, the most senior person, praised Li Yi highly.

At this moment, Li Yi couldn't help but feel a little dazed.

A few months ago, when I came to the Zhao family, I could only serve as a foil, but now I have become the focus of everyone.

Life's encounters...are truly marvelous!
　The previous chapter was blocked, so some clips were deleted when it was released.

　　The word count was insufficient, so I added some more content.

　　You can read it again if you have read it.

　　
　
(End of this chapter)