This villain has become a ghost

The screen exudes a faint sandalwood scent, and in the painting, there are mountains, flowing water, and clouds and mist.

Xia Ruozhi touched a hidden stake, and the wall behind the screen slowly opened, revealing a long and narrow secret passage.

The secret passage was dark and winding, with torches hanging on the walls on both sides, burning with faint flames, providing a hint of light.

Yue Liuyun followed the two inside and asked casually, "How could there be a secret passage in the private room of the Jinyintai?"

Shen Yue held the candlestick, looking extremely elegant and calm. He did not explain directly, but asked a question:

"Do you know the owner of Jinyintai?"

She shook her head and said, "I don't know. I've never heard of it."

This touched her blind spot, she knew nothing about it.

Shen Yue said, "Jinyintai is the largest and most prosperous restaurant in Daying. It has eighteen floors, and each floor is different. From a small private room to the entire restaurant, everything is covered with mechanisms."

"Its purpose is more than just a restaurant. The exchange of secret intelligence, the gathering of important officials in the imperial court, the transmission of news from the Eastern Capital...all rely on the Gold and Silver Terrace."

"Of course, the most outstanding thing is the good confidentiality. Whether you are a commoner or an emperor, as long as you pay enough money, you will receive the same treatment."

It sounds really awesome.

Yue Liuyun said thoughtfully, "Who is the owner of this company?"

He must be a remarkable person to be able to create such a place, be proficient in mechanical engineering, and remain so low-key.

"The boss's information is confidential, only His Majesty knows it," Shen Yue said with a smile, "However... this boss is not a gangster, because the Jinyintai has the imperial court behind it, otherwise it would not have been able to last this long."

Oh, it turns out it’s not a private enterprise, but a state-owned enterprise.

As for secret passages, secret rooms and the like, as long as Nangong Mingzhu wants, he can play with them at will.

Xia Ruozhi was listening to their conversation in front, then suddenly turned around and said to Shen Yue with some doubt:

"Master Taifu, when I asked you these questions a few days ago, you just said 'I don't know' and walked away. Why are you so patient today?"

Yue Liuyun raised his eyebrows.

Shen Yue smiled slightly and uttered four words calmly:

"I am pleased."

What’s it to you?

have to.

Xia Ruozhi curled his lips and turned around to continue walking forward.

After a long walk along the secret passage, a faint light appeared in front of us. As the light gradually expanded, the view suddenly became clear.

The secret passage led to another room, which was simply furnished. The windows were made of wood and covered with plain paper. Through the windows, one could see the beautiful bamboo forest outside. It was obvious that it was located in a remote and far-flung place.

Five girls, dressed in slightly shabby clothes, were sitting or standing, holding books in their hands and reading attentively.

The three people coming out of the secret room made quite a noise, but it did not disturb them at all.

Yue Liuyun suddenly felt that the scene before her eyes... was even more moving than the most beautiful scenery she had ever seen.

She walked gently to a girl and looked down at the scroll in her hand. It was covered with densely written words, which were handsome and beautiful.

They all seem to be reading experiences.

The girl was moved and raised her head, a hint of surprise flashed in her eyes, but she quickly regained her composure.

She smiled and bowed, "Meet the young lady."

"Shh - there's no need to be like this. I'm not a lady." Yue Liuyun said hurriedly, then looked up and looked around. Seeing that the others were not disturbed, she felt relieved.

She winked at the girl and whispered, "Sorry, I didn't mean to disturb you. Please continue."

The girl nodded vigorously, her dark eyes sparkling with light, very beautiful.

Then, Yue Liuyun followed Shen Yue and Xia Ruzhi out of the room. They walked along a slightly muddy path and came to a small courtyard.

The yard is full of various flowers and plants, with a small stream flowing in the middle. There is a stone pavilion beside the stream, with a stone table and several stone benches in the pavilion.

The three of them walked into the pavilion. Shen Yue sat on a stone bench, looked at Yue Liuyun, and said seriously:

"These five women are from humble backgrounds who have come to the Eastern Capital to take the imperial examination after enduring countless hardships. To prevent a case like last year from happening again, His Majesty sent General Qisha to relocate them to a safe place."

"Miss Yue, since you are also going to take part in the scientific examination, as a fellow woman, it would be best if you could look after each other."

Yue Liuyun nodded slightly and said without hesitation, "Of course."

Shen Yue's eyebrows curved, and his tall back was somewhat similar to the handsome bamboo in temperament.

He smiled mysteriously and said, "According to the time, the person who should come will be here soon."

uh-huh?

What does it mean to be the one who should come?

Yue Liuyun was a little curious.

Just as Shen Yue said, not long after, a figure suddenly appeared at the gate of the yard like a ghost, and the figure looked very familiar.

The person was dressed in black, with an extremely beautiful and aggressive face, and a charming look between her eyebrows. She walked into the yard and went straight to the stone pavilion. She looked at Shen Yue, clasped her fists and smiled and said:

"Master Shen, General Qisha, how are you?"

Yue Liuyun's pupils constricted, and he was surprised but also happy.

It turned out to be Nangong Wanqing.

-

Feng Ning followed Nangong Mingzhu out of the gold and silver platform with a look of surprise.

"Your Majesty, why are you leaving in such a hurry? If there is anything urgent, please let me handle it. I will definitely..."

Nangong Mingzhu suppressed the gloom in his eyes, turned around and glanced at Feng Ning coldly, and said:

"I want to take a cold shower, can you go for me?"

Feng Ning: “…”

Oh, that's okay, you continue.

The two men were extremely skilled and returned to the palace at an extremely fast speed without anyone noticing.

In Qinghe Palace.

Nangong Mingzhu immersed his whole body in the cold spring. His handsome face was full of gloomy and complicated meanings. As long as he closed his eyes, someone's face would always linger in his mind.

He gave a self-deprecating smile.

Even if it was no longer a soul, he could do nothing about it.

Instead, it confuses people.

Or……

He closed his eyes.

...In fact, it is better not to meet.

I don't know how long it took, but suddenly, Feng Ning's voice suddenly became louder from not far away, and he said loudly:

"Empress Lan, you really can't go over there. His Majesty is bathing, it's inappropriate for you to do this!"

Nangong Mingzhu frowned and reached out to take the purple-black robe on the shore.

Murong Jin was stopped by Feng Ning, his eyes narrowed slightly, and he spoke softly and coaxingly:

"I am your Majesty's concubine. Even if I take a bath, what's the big deal? I can't bear to see you."

Feng Ning was speechless.

But you were wrong in the past.

Feng Ning said earnestly, "My Lady, please don't worry. This is for your own good..."

Murong Jin covered his ears.

She looked at Feng Ning provocatively, raised her head and asked, "Are you going to give in or not?"