Golden Branch

Xie Yanzhi's gentle temperament is somewhat similar to Lou Yu.

But there is a difference——

Lou Yu is gentle but has an edge that is difficult for outsiders to detect, while Xie Yanzhi is a bit feminine.

Yes, feminine!

It's not that he's effeminate, but that he's not masculine enough.

Perhaps, it has something to do with Xie Yanzhi's appearance.

His beauty is so exquisite that it is difficult to tell whether he is male or female.

Even if he changes into women's clothes, it probably won't look out of place.

Moreover, Xie Yanzhi is not too tall. As a seventeen-year-old boy, his height has been roughly determined.

He is half a head taller than Wang Heng, about 175cm tall.

The fourteen-year-old Lou Yu is already over 170cm tall. Wang Heng feels that if the two teenagers stand together, Xie Yanzhi's height advantage is not obvious.

There are also certain differences between the north and the south.

Xie Yanzhi is a typical talented man from the southern region, and naturally cannot compare with the tall and strong people from the northern region like Lou Yu.

She is not very tall and looks feminine, but Xie Yanzhi has a good temperament.

The elegance and grace that is unique to scholars, and the elegance and refinement that comes from being well-read, make him not as gloomy as some eunuchs, but rather gentle.

With a domineering little pervert by her side, Wang Heng is more accepting of the gentle Xie Yanzhi.

Her sweet smile makes her, who is already lovely, even more obedient and gentle.

Xie Yanzhi's gentle eyes flickered slightly: This cousin of the Wang family is different from the legend.

In the capital, Xie Yanzhi went to visit the Wang family and heard the "story" of Wang's Ninth Lady from some people.

She was the eldest daughter of Wang Lin's first wife, but because she was attached to the countryside, she refused to follow her eldest mother, mother and other elders to the capital, but stayed alone on the farm in Hedong.

She was greedy and lazy, and spent all day hanging out with country girls, eating until she became obese.

She had clearly become a disciple of a famous scholar, but she was naughty, lazy, had no ambition, and was uneducated!

she……

Xie Yanzhi naturally would not believe all the unbearable comments.

However, he still managed to distill one key point from all the bad comments: Eat! Get fat!

Wang Jia Jiuniang may not be naughty or stupid, but it is probably true that she loves to eat and is fat.

Xie Yanzhi: ...fat?

A lady from a noble family was actually attacked for her body shape?

How obese must she be that people can't stop talking about her being "fat"?

Xie Yanzhi, who had a thin figure and did not find it awkward even when dressed as a man, could not imagine how fat a little girl could be.

In the eyes of some people in the Wang family, Wang Heng is fat and ugly.

Xie Yan's half-belief and half-doubt——

Wang Heng's biological mother was Concubine Jiang, who was known as the most beautiful woman in the world.

My father, Wang Lin, comes from a noble family and has a first-class appearance.

How can an ugly child be born to beautiful parents?

Is it obesity that changes your appearance?

So, how fat is it?

On the way to Hedong, Xie Yanzhi couldn't help but guess while reading.

He didn't believe some of the rumors about the Wang family, but he couldn't help but be slightly influenced by them.

Therefore, in Xie Yanzhi's mind, he had already pictured a chubby, clumsy little girl. Her appearance might not be ugly, but it was not beautiful either.

A body full of fat and a greasy face... Even if you have good facial features, they will be stretched and deformed by the fat!

"It's really not easy to see people with this appearance!"

The reason why Wang Heng was abandoned on Zhuangzi was probably not only because of her stepmother's unkindness, but also because of her.

Even if his stepmother couldn't tolerate it, Wang Lin was a profit-seeking man. He was so greedy that he could even take advantage of his wife.

Wang Heng was still abandoned in the countryside at the prime of her youth. There was only one reason:

Wang Heng has flaws in her appearance, so Wang Lin can't take advantage of her!

However, Xie Yanzhi will not give up easily.

As long as Wang Heng wasn't so unsightly, he wanted to give it a try!

Because of Princess Ronghua's matter, he has offended the royal family of Dayu.

If you want to break the deadlock, you must have a more powerful backer.

When Xie Yanzhi was still in the southern border, he heard of the name of King Qi Yang Chong.

He once discussed privately with his family elders: The King of Qi has the qualities of a king.

Sure enough, Yang Chong personally led the army and broke into the imperial palace in the southern border.

As expected, in recent months, the relationship between Yang Chong and Yang Ji has become tense, almost to the point of being on the verge of a showdown.

As a son and a minister, he could make his father, the emperor, so fearful of him, which shows how capable and powerful Yang Chong was.

Yang Ji has the advantage in status and identity, and the current King of Qi seems to be at a disadvantage.

However, Xie Yanzhi believed that the future winner would be none other than Yang Chong!

He is optimistic about the King of Qi.

As a typical son of an aristocratic family and the heir trained by the family, Xie Yanzhi is best at placing bets in advance!

Now that you have chosen the "hero", you must find ways to get close to him.

And marriage is the most direct and effective shortcut.

Unfortunately, given Xie Yanzhi's current situation, he has no way of contacting anyone from Prince Qi's Mansion.

He chose "Quanxi" - Wang Heng's biological mother, the most beloved woman of the King of Qi.

When Xie Yanzhi left the capital, he had heard all kinds of rumors about Concubine Jiang.

After leaving the capital, at a post station not far from the capital, Xie Yanzhi heard that Concubine Jiang, relying on her favor, dared to challenge the Princess of Qi.

Although she was a concubine, she returned to her hometown to visit her relatives in a grand manner.

However, the King of Qi agreed.

Favoring the concubine and killing the wife!

Sex makes your mind faint!

The rumors spread among the idle people in the city after dinner may be far from the truth after they pass through their mouths.

Xie Yanzhi still extracted the information he needed from it: King Qi did prefer Concubine Jiang!

This is enough!

When the King of Qi ascends to the throne in the future, Concubine Jiang's status will be somewhat awkward, and she will probably have no chance of becoming the empress.

But, a concubine still can't escape.

As one of the most powerful people in the southern region, Xie Yanzhi was well aware of the power that the emperor's favorite concubine could exert.

His princess fiancée had a favorite concubine as her biological mother.

Although she was born in a humble family, she was still the most favored in the harem and even had an influence on the court.

It’s a pity that the Southern Territory was lost.

Otherwise, based on his status as the son-in-law of the emperor, he would surely hold a high position and hold great power.

The prince consort of this era could still enter the court, and could even become the prime minister and hold military power!

If he married Wang Heng and became the imperial concubine's beloved son-in-law, he wouldn't even have to bear the identity of a royal consort.

Wang Heng was not a princess in name only, but she was a princess in reality.

Her husband, although not a consort to the emperor, can enjoy all kinds of privileges.

Xie Yanzhi was ambitious when he was in the southern border, but he was defeated by reality.

However, don’t be afraid!

The southern border was destroyed, but the world was unified.

As long as he plans properly, he will have a bigger stage to perform on.

Along the way, Xie Yanzhi kept thinking over and over again and gave himself sufficient psychological preparation.

Finally, he arrived in Hedong, met Wang Lin, and came before Wang Jia Jiuniang.

Then--

Xie Yanzhi's gaze passed over Wang Heng's face inconspicuously.

Where is the obesity?

Where's the ugliness?

She is clearly a chubby and cute little girl!

She has delicate facial features, fair skin, and a kind of cuteness from the inside out. Although she is still a little childish, she is still likable.

Faintly, Xie Yanzhi seemed to hear his own heartbeat.

Boom, boom!

……

Wang Heng and Xie Yanzhi greeted each other and then took their seats as host and guest.

As the host and the elder, Wang Lin naturally occupies the main position.

Xie Yanzhi and Wang Heng sat on the left and right sides of the lower table respectively.

Wang Lin asked about Wang Heng's situation, her studies, etc.

As his eyes swept over Wang Heng's usual round figure, a hint of disgust and regret flashed in Wang Lin's eyes.

The desire to take the entrance exam also faded.

A woman’s appearance is the most important thing. What’s the use of talent?

On the contrary, Wang Lin paid more attention to Xie Yanzhi.

Although he was a cheap relative who came to ask for help, he was still a relative by marriage after all. Xie Yanzhi himself was outstanding in talent and appearance, so Wang Lin was happy to support him.

In fact, when he was in Yizhou, Wang Lin had already examined him. He saw Xie Yanzhi painting with his own eyes and also appreciated his poems.

At this moment, he did this in front of Wang Heng just to tell Wang Heng: Jiu Niang, your cousin is not an ordinary person, you can introduce him to Mr. Shen!

Wang Heng: …

How could she not understand such an obvious hint from her scumbag father?

But Wang Heng didn't want to understand.

Just continue to pretend to be confused.

Wang Heng had a cute and innocent look on her face, with her eyes wide open and her mouth slightly open, as if she was amazed at her cousin Xie's talent in managing the world.

There is nothing more!

Why do you think your cousin is so capable and should be introduced to a famous scholar?

Sorry, I'm still young and I don't understand anything!

A smile flashed in Xie Yanzhi's eyes. This cousin is so innocent and naive.

Whatever he was thinking was clearly written on his face.

Such a simple mind makes people like him even more.

Xie Yanzhi has shouldered too much, and I wouldn't dare say he's deep-minded or cunning, but he is sensitive and thoughtful.

The more I think, the darker I become, and the more I yearn for purity and light.

This mellow and lovely cousin, with her non-aggressive beauty, non-outstanding talent, and even a bit silly, made Xie Yanzhi feel more relaxed and willing to get close to her.

"Uncle, you are too kind! Yan Zhi is too ignorant and unlearned to deserve such high praise from you!"

Xie Yanzhi's heart was pounding, but his face remained calm. The look he gave Wang Lin was even more gentle and humble, without any trace of the arrogance and conceit of a young man, nor the timidity and humility of relying on relatives.

Be neither humble nor arrogant, neither pretentious nor boastful, be polite and restrained, and know when to advance and retreat.

The heritage of the thousand-year-old family seemed to be concentrated in Xie Yanzhi.

Even a utilitarian person like Wang Lin, who is used to weighing the pros and cons rather than blood ties, could not help but secretly admire this cheap junior: What a talented and handsome young man from a noble family.

If it weren't for bad luck, he would have been promoted long ago.

With his talent, character and looks, he would be able to soar to the sky if given a chance.

"...I could definitely use some help!"

Wang Lin pondered secretly.

Realizing that Xie Yanzhi had the value of "investment", Wang Lin no longer hinted at it.

He turned around and said directly to Wang Heng, "Ajiu, your husband really loves talent."

"Besides, Mr. Shen and Yan Zhi are both from Jiankang and old friends. Now that they meet again in a different place, it is also fate. Is it true or not?"

These words were already vaguely threatening.

Wang Heng seemed not to feel Wang Lin's coldness and continued to look at him with admiration.

After hearing what Wang Lin said, she tilted her head and thought for a moment, then nodded obediently: "Father, you're right! But the teacher is writing these days, so I'm afraid it would be inconvenient. If I go there rashly, I'll inevitably disturb him, and it would be bad if I vent my anger on my cousin!"

"How about this, I'll take my cousin's poem to the master for his appreciation."

Wang Heng said this and looked at Xie Yanzhi again.

The corners of her lips curled up as she smiled sweetly, "My cousin is an excellent poet and painter. You will definitely like him when you see him!"

Wang Heng's words were tactful, but her meaning was clear: if she wanted to meet Shen Du, she had to get Shen Du's consent.

Xie Yanzhi raised his eyebrows. This cousin looked simple and acted innocently, but she was not impolite.

Even when his father gave him rude orders, he did not show any dissatisfaction or even resentment, which shows that he is kind-hearted and knows how to respect his elders.

Such character can completely make up for the shortcomings of her ugly appearance.

Well, actually, Wang Heng is not really ugly!

Xie Yanzhi observed carefully and found that Wang Heng's facial features were still very delicate.

The only drawback is that he is fat.

Body shape can be changed.

Perhaps, after he stays in Hedong and gets familiar with Wang Heng, he can urge Wang Heng to lose weight!

Without Wang Heng's knowledge, Xie Yanzhi happily made the decision.

Xie Yanzhi thought to himself, but it did not prevent him from communicating with Wang Lin.

As soon as Wang Heng finished speaking, before Wang Lin could even speak, Xie Yanzhi hurriedly said, "Uncle, what Ajiu said is absolutely right."

"I have admired you for a long time. Before visiting you, I must prepare well. I dare not neglect anything!"

Since Xie Yanzhi said so, Wang Lin didn't care.

OK!

Anyway, he made enough gestures to show goodwill, which was considered as helping Xie Yanzhi.

After the thank you banquet, we should still remember this favor.

……

On the day Xie Yanzhi arrived in Yizhou, Lou Yu received a letter via carrier pigeon from the spy.

However, he did not have the extra energy to pay attention to these.

Because he encountered something even more embarrassing than his voice change period——

That night, he dreamed of lychees, peeling off the shells to reveal the crystal clear, soft and glutinous flesh.

Suddenly, the flesh spoke:

"Brother, am I fragrant? Am I sweet?"

Then, when he woke up from the dream, Lou Yu's underwear was also wet...

PS: Small theater——

Lou Xiaoyu: You are amazing, you are so noble! Your heart is beating fast, but when it comes to me, how come my kidneys are beating fast?