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After hearing Liu Hu's words, Zhang Liang put down the pen in his hand and motioned Liu Hu to sit down and talk.

There was a hint of curiosity and scrutiny in his eyes, and he immediately asked, "What's so urgent?"

Liu Hu looked a little nervous after sitting down, but he quickly adjusted himself and replied, "It's like this, my lord. Our Ninggu City and the wealthy families in several nearby cities hold a poetry gathering every year."

"This is not only a grand event for cultural exchange, but also an important occasion for major families to demonstrate their strength and forge alliances. Therefore, I would like to ask if you are interested in participating in this year's poetry gathering?"

After saying this, Liu Hu sat quietly by the side, waiting for Zhang Liang's answer.

After hearing his words, Zhang Liang thought for a moment.

He realized that he could use this opportunity to learn more about Ninggucheng and the surrounding area.

So he said, "If that's the case, then I'll go and see what this poetry gathering is like."

Hearing Zhang Liang's answer, Liu Hu smiled and nodded.

After Liu Hu left, the sky gradually darkened and dusk fell, casting a veil of mystery over Ning Gucheng.

At this time, Zhao Ruoruo came to Zhang Liang's study lightly. She knocked on the door gently, her voice full of tenderness and concern: "Uncle, it's getting late now. Let's get busy after dinner."

Upon hearing this, Zhang Liang put down the brush in his hand, looked out the door, and a warm light flashed in his eyes.

He responded, "Okay, I'll come now."

After saying that, he stood up and left the study, walking towards the dining room.

As soon as I walked into the dining room, the aroma of food hit my nose, making me feel hungry.

Zhang Liang looked around and saw Zhong Xueqing and Wang Xueyi chatting with Qin Youlan and the others. They were laughing and the atmosphere was warm and harmonious.

Seeing Zhang Liang come in, the two girls smiled and waved at him, saying lively, "Brother Zhang Liang, come quickly. Today's dishes look delicious!"

Hearing their words, a gentle smile appeared on Zhang Liang's face.

He nodded and walked to the table and sat down.

It turned out that when Liu Yu was arranging accommodation, he deliberately arranged the residence of Zhong Tian and others around Zhang Liang's residence. In this way, if Zhong Tian and others had any urgent matters, they could find Zhang Liang and report to him as soon as possible.

However, because of this arrangement, the two girls, Zhong Xueqing and Wang Xueyi, were able to come and play with Qin Youlan and the others every day. Gradually, this place seemed to become their second home, and they even often had meals here.

At first, Zhong Tian and Wang Wu talked to them about this matter several times, worried that it would cause inconvenience to Zhang Liang.

But Zhang Liang didn't care about this matter. Instead, he felt that such excitement added more fun and warmth to his life.

So, the matter was left unresolved and became a tacit understanding among everyone.

After Zhang Liang sat down, everyone started eating.

After dinner, Zhang Liang suddenly remembered what Liu Hu had just told him, so he smiled and asked, "Sisters-in-law and my two sisters, in a few days, Ning Gucheng and the wealthy nobles of several nearby cities will hold a poetry gathering. I wonder if you are interested? Would you like to go with me to see it?"

After hearing Zhang Liang's words, Qin Youlan and the others' eyes lit up immediately. Zhong Xueqing couldn't wait to say, "I want to go! Brother Zhang Liang, you must take me with you."

The reason why Zhong Xueqing was so excited was because after arriving in Ninggucheng, the situation was unstable, so none of them left the mansion for fear that something unexpected would happen.

So Zhong Xueqing, who was trapped at home, was almost going crazy from boredom.

After hearing her words, Zhang Liang smiled and nodded, then said, "Okay! I will definitely take you with me when the time comes."

Then he looked at Qin Youlan and the others and asked, "Sisters-in-law, what about you? Do you want to go with me?"

After hearing Zhang Liang's words, Qin Youlan and the others hesitated for a few seconds.

Although they really wanted to go, if Zhang Liang had any plans at that time and they went with him, what if something went wrong?

Zhang Liang probably guessed what Qin Youlan and the others were worried about, so he smiled and said, "Don't worry, sisters-in-law. It's just a poetry gathering. It won't have any impact."

Hearing his words, Qin Youlan and the others looked at each other and nodded.

Wang Yuehan said, "In that case, let's go see what the poetry gathering here is like."

Hearing their answers, Zhang Liang smiled and nodded.

A few days later, Liu Hu arrived as scheduled and came to Zhang Liang's mansion.

He knocked gently on the door, and after the servant informed him, he was led to Zhang Liang's study.

"My lord, it's time to set off now."

Liu Hu said respectfully.

Zhang Liang nodded slightly after hearing this: "Okay, let's pack up for a while and then set off right away."

Upon hearing this, Liu Hu nodded, then stood quietly by and waited.

His eyes were as calm as water, as if everything was within his expectations.

Not long after, Qin Youlan and the others packed up and walked out of the room.

In order not to attract unnecessary attention, they all wore veils on their faces, revealing only a pair of bright eyes.

Despite this, their temperament is still outstanding and cannot be ignored.

Seeing their looks, Zhang Liang couldn't help but smile and praised them, "My sisters-in-law are really beautiful today!"

When Zhong Shu heard this, a sly glint flashed in her eyes. She teased, "Uncle, are you saying that we are not beautiful except today?"

The smile on Zhang Liang's face froze instantly, and he quickly replied, "Of course not. My sisters-in-law are very beautiful every day."

Wang Xueyi and Zhong Xueqing heard their conversation and came over.

Before they could speak, Qin Hao had already guessed what they were thinking, so he spoke first: "The two sisters are also very cute."

Hearing this, Zhong Xueqing and Wang Xueyi smiled and did not ask any further questions.

Zhang Liang saw this and said, "Let's go now. Don't keep Liu Hu waiting any longer."

Upon hearing this, Qin Youlan and the others nodded in agreement.

Afterwards, they walked out of the mansion together and got on the carriage that had been prepared long ago.

Seeing this, Liu Hu immediately led the way towards the place where the poetry meeting was held.

The carriage moved slowly forward, leaving deep tracks on the street.

When Zhang Liang and his party arrived at Wenyuan Pavilion in Ninggu City, they found that the place was already crowded with people.

There were all kinds of carriages parked in front of Wenyuan Pavilion, which were obviously the literati and scholars who came to participate in this poetry meeting.

After Zhang Liang got off the car, he looked around and noticed an interesting phenomenon - there was actually a brothel opposite Wenyuan Pavilion.

From the brothel came bursts of sweet laughter and urgings to drink: "Sir, would you like to come and have a couple of drinks with us? Our wine is exceptionally sweet! And there are also beauties dancing to entertain you!"

Another woman shouted, not to be outdone, "Come on, sir! We promise to make you feel like you're in ecstasy and never want to leave!"

These sounds intertwined in the air, adding a bit of bustle to this quiet afternoon.

They wore light and transparent long skirts, through which their graceful figures could be vaguely seen, standing out particularly in this quiet cultural atmosphere.

Just as Zhang Liang was about to turn around and enter Wenyuan Pavilion, his attention was attracted by two scholars walking not far away.

They were dressed in long gowns and held folding fans, looking like talented scholars.

At first, Zhang Liang thought they were fellow poets who came to attend a poetry reading, but he soon found out that he was wrong.

One of them whispered to his companion, "Brother Huang, when we get in, you and I will form a pincer attack, one in front and one behind. We will make sure that the beauty won't be able to see both ends."

The other man laughed heartily upon hearing this, and then continued, "Zhang Xing is indeed a man of great talent. Then why don't we rise up from behind and make it impossible for that beauty to get up or down?"

After saying that, the two men looked at each other, with obscene smiles on their faces, and then they hugged several brothel girls and walked in.

Hearing this, Zhang Liang couldn't help feeling embarrassed, and the corners of his mouth twitched slightly.

He shook his head and quickly turned away, no longer paying attention to the two men, but walked towards Wenyuan Pavilion with his entourage.