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Gu Zhiyi laughed and looked at Jiang Minyun and said, "Minyun, it looks like our Xiying is about to have good news."

Jiang Minjun smiled and said, "Congratulations, Xiying. We will definitely do our best to help you."

Xiao Xiying finally felt relieved. She looked at Gu Zhiyi and Jiang Minyun and said with emotion, "In fact, this distinguished guest is not my sweetheart, but an old friend of mine. He now holds an important position in the court. I would like to ask Senior Sister and Minyun to help introduce him to our Ningguo Mansion."

Gu Zhiyi and Jiang Minyun looked at each other and saw the caution in each other's eyes. Gu Zhiyi pondered for a moment and said, "Xiying, what is your relationship with this distinguished guest? What is our purpose in introducing him to you?"

Xiao Xiying lowered her head slightly and said, "This distinguished guest is my cousin, named Li Yu. He has been working hard in the court, hoping to benefit the people. This time he came to Jiangnan to investigate the flood problem in Jiangnan. I would like to ask Senior Sister and Minyun for help and let him stay in Ningguo Mansion for a few days so that he can better understand the situation in Jiangnan."

Gu Zhiyi nodded gently and said, "I see. Since he is Xiying's cousin, we are naturally willing to help. However, this matter involves the court, so we need to act with caution."

Jiang Minjun also said: "Yes, we must ensure that Li Yu's arrival will not cause trouble to the Ningguo Mansion."

Xiao Xiying said hurriedly: "I will act carefully and will never let Senior Sister and Minyun worry."

The three of them discussed it and finally decided to host a banquet for Li Yu at the Qiushui Pavilion in the back garden of Ningguo Mansion. On the day Li Yu arrived, Gu Zhiyi, Jiang Minjun and Xiao Xiying went to Qiushui Pavilion together to welcome the distinguished guest.

Li Yu walked into Qiushui Pavilion and saw three beautiful women. He couldn't help but be dazzled. He smiled and bowed to Gu Zhiyi: "Madam Gu, I have heard of your great name for a long time. Seeing you today, I can see that you are indeed worthy of your reputation."

Gu Zhiyi smiled slightly and returned the greeting: "Master Li, you are too polite. Please take a seat."

After Li Yu sat down, the atmosphere in Qiushui Pavilion gradually became lively. Gu Zhiyi personally filled Li Yu's glass with wine and said with a smile: "Lord Li has come from afar, we should do our best to be the host. Please accept this glass of wine, Lord Li."

A hint of warmth flashed in Li Yu's eyes. He picked up the wine glass and said with a smile, "Mrs. Gu is so kind. How dare I not obey your orders?" After that, he drank it all in one gulp.

Jiang Minjun looked at Li Yu and secretly admired his elegance. She said softly, "Sir Li, I heard that you are a talented writer. Could you teach me a song?" Her voice was like a spring breeze blowing over the water, making people happy.

Li Yu looked at Jiang Minjun, a hint of admiration flashed in his eyes, he smiled and said: "Miss Jiang, you are too kind. Li is willing to show his humility." After that, he gently stroked the piano, and a song "High Mountains and Flowing Water" slowly flowed out.

The sound of the piano was melodious, like the sound of nature. Xiao Xiying listened to the piano and secretly admired Li Yu's talent. She looked at Li Yu with respect in her eyes.

After the song was over, Li Yu put down his zither and said with a smile, "My apologies for the poor performance." Gu Zhiyi and others praised him, but Li Yu just smiled, looking unperturbed by praise or criticism.

At this time, Xiao Xiying said softly: "Lord Li, your piano skills are truly amazing. I wonder if you could teach me another song?" Her voice was gentle, like the spring sunshine, making people feel warm.

Li Yu looked at Xiao Xiying, a hint of warmth flashed in his eyes, he smiled and said: "Since Miss Xiao is so kind, Li naturally dare not refuse." After that, he played the piano again, this time it was a piece of "Three Variations on Plum Blossoms".

The sound of the piano was like a spring, clear and melodious. Jiang Minjun listened to the piano and secretly admired Li Yu's talent. She looked at Li Yu with her eyes full of emotion.

After the song was over, Li Yu put down his zither and said with a smile, "I have performed poorly again." Gu Zhiyi and others praised him again, but Li Yu just smiled, looking unperturbed by praise or criticism.

At this time, Gu Zhiyi said softly: "Lord Li, your piano skills are truly amazing. How about we have a poetry duel?" Her voice was gentle, like the spring sunshine, making people feel warm.

Li Yu looked at Gu Zhiyi, with a hint of admiration in his eyes. He smiled and said, "Mrs. Gu, since I have made such a suggestion, I naturally dare not refuse." After that, he stood up and prepared to have a poetry duel with Gu Zhiyi.

Gu Zhiyi smiled slightly, brushed her sleeves gently, and began to recite a poem: "The clear water reflects the clear sky, and the lotus flowers reflect the red sun. The scenery is infinitely beautiful, but it is the same in the same pond."

After hearing this, Li Yu smiled slightly and continued to recite a poem: "The green trees are thick and the summer is long, the reflection of the pavilion falls into the pond. The crystal curtain moves in the breeze, the roses are full of fragrance in the yard."

The two exchanged poems, and the atmosphere became more lively. Jiang Minjun and Xiao Xiying looked at them, secretly admiring their talents.

After the poetry duel, Li Yu looked at Gu Zhiyi and smiled, "Madam Gu, I lost. Your poetry is indeed superior." Gu Zhiyi smiled slightly and said, "Master Li, you are too kind. We were just competing with each other."

After Li Yu left, Gu Zhiyi, Jiang Minjun, and Xiao Xiying returned to Qiushui Pavilion. The three of them smiled at each other and secretly sighed that this banquet was really fruitful.

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"That's about right." Xiao Xiying poured a glass of wine and drank it leisurely.

Her eyes moved as she looked at Gu Zhiyi, the wife of Duke Ningguo, who was sitting opposite her, and a sly smile appeared at the corner of her mouth.

Gu Zhiyi smiled gently, picked up the wine glass, sniffed the aroma of the wine, and then slowly said: "Junior sister, although this wine is fragrant, it seems to be a little worse than the clear spring water we drank when we were learning in the mountains."

Xiao Xiying smiled softly when she heard this: "Yes, those days seem to be gone forever. Sister Zhiyi, do you still remember the first time we met Li Yu?"

Gu Zhiyi's eyes flashed with nostalgia, and she smiled and replied: "How could I forget? At that time, he was just a handsome young man, dressed in a blue shirt, full of talent, and unforgettable at first sight."

"Sister Zhiyi, do you think Li Yu still cares about us?" Xiao Xiying suddenly asked, with a hint of worry in her eyes.

Gu Zhiyi shook her head slightly and said, "I have thought about this question before. But who can explain clearly about feelings? However, I believe that he is always the Li Yu in our hearts."

When Li Yu heard this, his heart was moved. He raised his head and looked at Gu Zhiyi, with a trace of gratitude in his eyes. No matter where he went, they would be his strongest backing.

"Sister Zhiyi, Junior Sister, I have something to ask of you." Li Yu suddenly said with a serious expression.

Gu Zhiyi and Xiao Xiying looked at each other and saw surprise in each other's eyes.

Li Yu has never been a person who asks for help easily. The fact that he is like this today must mean something very important.

"Li Yu, just tell us. As long as we can do it, we will never refuse." Gu Zhiyi said in a firm tone.

Li Yu took a deep breath and said, "I know you have paid too much for me over the years. Now, I have something to ask of you, and I hope you can help me."

Xiao Xiying asked nervously, "What's the matter?"