I, a prison guard in the Heavenly Prison, secretly became invincible thanks to the system.

The two maids, one named Lingyu and the other Lingxiu, were twin sisters.

It is derived from the meaning of "a place of outstanding natural beauty".

It is said that the two women were once young ladies, but their families fell into decline, their parents died unjustly, and their house and ancestral land were confiscated. The two women were left alone and had no choice but to sell themselves into servitude as maids.

It was quite a coincidence.

The two men's fathers were regular customers at the Ye family's wine shop, and they only drank the yellow wine brewed by Ye Long, which is how they became acquainted.

Buying them as maids wasn't really about becoming high-ranking officials or nobles; it was more about helping an old friend so that their daughter could have a way to survive.

When they saw Ye Kang was about to wash the dishes, the two of them panicked.

This is one of the few jobs they are capable of doing. If even this job is taken from them, they will have no face to stay in the Ye family.

Ye Kang knew their suffering, so he didn't say much. He just handed them the bowl and went back to the courtyard to chat with Ye Long.

"Kang'er, these days, people have been coming to propose marriage to us so many that they've worn our doorstep down. What should we do?"

"That's easy. Let my elder brother choose someone he likes to marry."

"They're begging you."

"..."

Ye Kang chuckled to brush it off, then put his hand behind his back and took it out again, revealing several gold bars in his hand.

"Father, take this gold bar, but don't let anyone see it."

"Where did this come from?! Where did it come from?"

Ye Long was startled and immediately forgot about proposing marriage; his eyes were filled with nothing but golden light.

Ye Kang laughed and said, "Just hide it well, and take it out to use when you need it."

Ye Long sighed.

"I dug a hole under the bed and put the five hundred taels of gold that the Empress bestowed upon me last time, for fear of losing it. Now that I have more gold bars, my paranoia is going to get worse."

"Father, just spend it when you can. Buy more properties, a few estates outside the city, or expand your wine shop and open a few branches. What are you hiding?"

Ye Kang was quite helpless. There was no room for appreciation in this era. It was better to enjoy the gold while it was in his hands, and at least avoid being coveted by thieves.

Ye Long sighed.

"We'll talk about it later. By the way, you mentioned Ping'er's marriage earlier. Your maternal grandfather from Jiangnan wrote a letter a few days ago, saying he's found a marriage for Ping'er and wants us to go over there. What do you think?"

Ye Kang was stunned for a moment upon hearing this.

Ye Kang's memories of his maternal grandfather's family are limited to his childhood. He hasn't seen anyone from there since he was ten years old, and his mother never mentions it.

A letter came out of nowhere. Could it be that Grandpa misses his daughter?

Seeing his son's surprise, Ye Long said somewhat awkwardly, "You don't understand your grandfather. He's a tough guy, and he comes from a prominent family in Jiangnan. He strongly opposed your mother coming with me back then. Now that he's written this letter, I'm afraid he's trying to trick us into going..."

"What did Mother say?"

"Although your mother says she won't go back, I can tell she misses her family a little..."

"Then go. I'll take care of everything. Don't worry."

"But you're supposed to be on duty, how can you abandon your post?"

"It's alright, I'll go and discuss it with Lord Leng."

Ye Kang didn't want to put his mother in a difficult position, and he didn't want to see her sad.

I should go back to my mother's home when the time is right.

He made his decision and, without further ado, immediately went to the Imperial City Guard headquarters.

Lady Leng was reviewing case files when she heard Ye Kang's words. She replied expressionlessly, "Going to Jiangnan is not difficult. Just take the case-handling warrant and go on official business."

"Then thank you very much, Lord Leng."

"But there is one thing: the Imperial City Guard has no spies or mission files in Jiangnan, as that area is the territory of the Azure Scale Guard."

Ye Kang was speechless. This Lord Leng was even speaking with a heavy sigh.

He said unwillingly, "Sir, can you think of a way? My grandfather and I haven't seen each other for many years. The old man misses his grandson so much that his eyes are blurry and he's constantly in tears..."

"Stop. It's not that there's no way to go if you insist. I'll ask the princess for help and have her ask Consort Jing to give you an order to go to the Qinglin Guard branch for exchange and learning."

"You are truly wise and resourceful, sir."

"Lord Ye, go back and wait for news. It will take at least three to five days for the order to be issued. You can rest and relax for a few days."

"good."

Ye Kang bowed in thanks and then went home.

He told his parents that they could start preparing, as they would be going to Jiangnan in a few days, and that they could write a letter to his maternal grandfather today.

The parents were shocked when they heard this, but after thinking about it for a while, they felt there was no problem.

After all, Ye Kang is now a high-ranking official, so he can't be bullied by his maternal family again.

Ye Kang noticed that although his mother's face showed worry, there was also a hint of joy.

It was already evening, and Ye Kang, having nothing to do, decided to take a stroll around Hongxuan Gate.

Before leaving, he found his maid Lingyu sitting on the steps, looking lost in thought.

Lingxiu went with Ye Long to the wine shop to pick up Ye Ping and helped organize the account books.

Lingyu was originally supposed to stay and take care of her mother, but her mother was perfectly capable and never asked her to do anything, which made her look rather awkward.

Seeing that she had nothing to do, Ye Kang said, "Why don't you come with me to Hongxuan Gate for a walk? You can't stay in such a low mood all the time, it makes me unhappy too."

Ling Yu's expression immediately tightened.

"Second Young Master, I'm so sorry! I'll change it right now!"

Lingyu immediately put on a smile that looked more like a grimace.

Ye Kang shook his head and pulled her out.

……

Of the four main gates of the Imperial City, Hongxuan Gate Night Market is the most bustling.

Whether they are high-ranking officials or ordinary people, whenever they go out looking for fun, that's the first place they think of.

This was Ye Kang's first time visiting a night market since arriving in this world, and he couldn't help but feel a little excited.

They traveled in silence until they arrived at Hongxuan Gate, where a lively scene greeted them.

The street was wide, at least as wide as a six-lane road in my previous life, with stalls lining both sides and the middle.

After walking for a while, Ye Kang looked up and saw a pavilion filled with laughter and various melodies.

Those who came to greet and send off were all high-ranking officials, noblemen, and sons of officials.

Ye Kang was startled.

Could this be the legendary brothel and theater?

He immediately decided: "Let's go, Second Young Master will take you to a brothel to listen to music!"

"Eh!"

Ling Yu's expression changed, but she saw that Ye Kang had already gone inside, so she had no choice but to follow.

The two found a tea table. Just then, a storyteller on the stage finished his tale, and a group of brightly dressed beauties came up, holding pipa, flute and xiao.

The servant came over to pour tea, and Ye Kang handed him two qian of silver, saying, "Is this enough tea, wine, and snacks?"

"That's enough, please wait a moment."

The servant took the silver and left, while Ye Kang happily enjoyed the song and dance performance on stage.

No wonder people in ancient times loved listening to music in brothels; it was truly wonderful.

Lingyu had come a few times before, but now she was very reserved and felt uncomfortable all over.

After admiring the food for a while, the snacks were served.

Ye Kang casually picked up a piece of pastry and handed it over.

Just then, a cry of surprise rang out.

"Isn't this Miss Zhong! Oh my, how could I possibly run into you in a place like this? That's quite a surprise!"