Chapter 0003, The First Imperial Consort's Husband.

On the moon slave's face, as beautiful as an iceberg, a hint of contentment and satisfaction appeared.

The letter mentioned some matters "about Brother Xue" heard in the palace.

On a whim, I grew tired of the previous decorations. Xue Shao casually concealed the past and didn't give him much chance to ask. He waved his hand and said, "Brother Li, please take a seat. Yue Nu, serve tea."

Thank you, young master! Yue Nu couldn't help but feel a sense of being flattered and surprised.

Previously, Xue Shao, who was obsessed with beauty and had a gentle personality, regarded Yue Nu as a rough man. When she was treated as a groom or bodyguard, or even ignored, she was extremely distant from her and it was impossible for them to have any intimate relationship.

Very well. Li Xianyuan said, "Yesterday, I heard some rumors in the palace. It's not really a big secret, but it's somewhat related to Brother Xue, so I made some inquiries."

Xue Shao now uses Yuenu as his personal secretary, a capable assistant.

Xue Shao waved his hand indifferently and said, "Li Xiong, I appreciate your kindness. I understand it in my heart. A beauty like Shui Ling'er, let Li Xiong enjoy it slowly!"

Seeing this unfamiliar and handsome face, Xue Shao couldn't help feeling a bit frustrated. He really wanted to paint those red and green oil colors on the face, which was the familiar look to him.

Xue Shao smiled and understood what they meant. In the past, Xue Shao, who was known for his promiscuity, would often exchange concubines with his companions for pleasure. In the current era of the Great Tang Dynasty, this was a common entertainment practice among the aristocracy and celebrities, and it was not surprising at all. The term "奴婢" was used to collectively refer to concubines, mistresses, and servant slaves in the legal system of the Great Tang Dynasty. They were treated like domestic animals and could be freely bought and sold or exchanged.

Xue Shao asked, "Yuenu, who taught you martial arts?"

It's of great significance. Li Xianyuan smiled faintly and said, "Recently, I don't know who recommended the Prince of Lantian as a suitable candidate for the son-in-law to the two saints."

At this moment, Xue Shao brought Yue Nu over. Although he didn't have an imposing presence, he gave off a strong and vigorous aura.

Brother Li has been talking for a long time without getting to the point - what does this have to do with Mr. Xue? Mr. Xue knew that he was deliberately beating around the bush.

That great charlatan once held the position of fifth-rank Grand Historiographer in the imperial court, and was highly trusted and valued by the royal family. In the history of Chinese metaphysics, this great charlatan is also a renowned and influential figure.

Ah? Both Shuilinger and Li Xianyuan were stunned: Was this spoken by the young master Xue Shao from Lantian?

Xue Shao began to have a slight liking for the girl named Yue Nu. At the age of eighteen or nineteen, she was youthful and half-faded, like a perfectly ripe peach, representing the most beautiful golden age of a woman's life. If she were in the 21st century, she would have just entered university and would probably call the acclaimed person at that time "Uncle".

Xue Shao picked up the sword left by Yue Nu, and the shining blade reflected his face.

The woman took small steps and nodded gently. Her vermilion lips lightly bit, and her face blushed as if she were shy. However, her peach blossom eyes, which were full of charm and coquetry, already revealed a sense of spring romance and ambiguity.

Li Xianyuan is in his early twenties, and he is also a dashing figure who is accustomed to wearing fine clothes, riding spirited horses, and indulging in the pleasures of life. Today, he stepped into the Xue Mansion as usual, riding a BMW horse, dressed in brocade robes and adorned with a golden crown and jade belt. Behind him, there was also a graceful and charming young woman with rosy cheeks and a delicate figure.

Li Xianyuan's eyes lit up.

The young woman standing behind Li Xianyuan is quite clever. She gracefully walked out with small steps and bowed to Xue Shao in the main hall, saying "Shuilinger has seen Young Master Xue."

The person's name is Li Xianyuan. Since he dares to call Xue Shao "Brother Xue", it can be seen that they have a close relationship in the past. Xue Shao recalled that there was indeed such a friend who was also an official and held the position of the ninth-rank supervisor of the calendar in the Bureau of Astrology.

The six arts of Confucianism, including ritual, music, archery, charioteering, calligraphy, and mathematics, with archery being one of them. In the martial Tang Dynasty, the majority of people in the world had practiced archery, regardless of gender or age. However, only a few could shoot arrows as accurately and quickly as Yue Nu.

Li Xianyuan said, "I wonder if Brother Xue has heard some rumors, that the two saints are currently selecting a husband for the precious Princess Taiping?"

It seems that she can take on another role - a martial arts training partner.

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However, today in this grand hall, there were only two male servants standing at the entrance. The luxurious gold and jade ornaments and the beautiful ancient paintings were mostly gone, and even the precious red sandalwood furniture had been replaced by high tables and chairs.

At this moment, I forgot to say hello. Instead, Xue Shao took the initiative and said, "Brother Li, how have you been?"

What's the matter?

Previously, Ersheng had selected several potential husbands for Princess Taiping, but none of them, whether they were foreign princes or sons of prime ministers, caught the princess's attention. What's more, on several occasions when she was supposed to meet the potential husbands, the princess either pretended to be sick or acted mischievously, making the situation extremely embarrassing. Over time, Ersheng had no choice but to temporarily set aside this matter.

Li Xianyuan smiled and said nothing in his eyes, thinking: "This woman has a charming and mysterious skill in the inner chambers, which will surely win the heart of Master Xue!"

Where is the other person?

Xue Shao took the letter and looked at it. It was written in a good running script, with some of the style of the calligraphy master Wang Xizhi. This is not surprising, as Emperor Taizong had a deep love for Wang Xizhi's calligraphy. By following his example, more than half of the students in the current Tang Dynasty have adopted this style.

Regarding what the young master said, it was taught to me by my adoptive father. Yue Nu truthfully replied, thinking to herself that she had followed the young master for over two years, and he had almost never inquired about her martial arts.

Oh, I see. I was too presumptuous. Shuilinger, you may leave now! Li Xianyuan finally understood. At first, he thought Xue Shao was disapproving of the beauty he brought, thinking they were too ugly to be pleasing to the eye.

Li Xianyuan couldn't help but feel a jolt in his heart: This little maid is quite fierce!

Menzi quickly handed over a letter and said, "I have truthfully confessed, but the visitor said that the young master should decide whether to meet or not after reading the letter."

Said and then disappeared. Xue Shao now wants some peace and quiet for a while.

The moon slave's face is as calm as water, with eyes as sharp as a knife. It is completely unlike an eighteen-year-old delicate young lady, and lacks the fear and timidity that a servant or maid should have. Instead, she seems like a female leader who walks the rivers and lakes, taking lives without hesitation. At the slightest provocation, she would draw her sword and blood would splatter three feet.

Starting from tomorrow, every morning I will practice martial arts with you to strengthen our bodies. Otherwise, my body will eventually break down. Xue Shao said, "Let's stop here for today. You go freshen up and change clothes, don't catch a cold."

Could it be that, just as history tells, Xue Shao is about to meet Princess Taiping?

My foster father follows the young master closely and is currently in Jeju.

Li Xianyuan felt that the intelligence he had gathered was valuable, and he became more enthusiastic. "Brother Xue's name is known to everyone in Guannei. Whether it's bloodline or talent, Brother Xue is the most suitable person for Princess Taiping. Brother Xue, you know that Princess Taiping is only seventeen years old. She is the youngest daughter of the Second Holy One and has been loved by thousands since childhood. At first, the Tufan tribe named you specifically to marry the princess. The Empress didn't want to let her go, so she ordered the construction of a Taoist temple and let the princess pretend to become a nun with the Taoist name Taiping. Whether it's bloodline or talent, Brother Xue is the most suitable person for Princess Taiping. Brother Xue, you know that Princess Taiping is only seventeen years old. She is the youngest daughter of the Second Holy One and has been loved by thousands since childhood. By doing so, she rejected the Tufan tribe's proposal. Now that the princess has grown up, it is time to consider marriage. Whoever marries her will become the number one son-in-law in the Tang Dynasty!"

However, as soon as Li Xianyuan stepped into the main hall of Xue Mansion, he was momentarily stunned. In the past, Xue Mansion was always filled with endless beauty and spring scenery, with guards holding jade timers without urging. In the main hall, there were always three to five beautiful women playing the zither or dancing gracefully. Even seeing the heavenly fragrance and national beauty lying drunk on the golden bed with exposed breasts was not surprising.

"Oh?" Xue Shao feigned surprise.

He had heard a little about it. Xue Shao's heart brightened: It is indeed so!

Li Xianyuan said affectionately, "Before my birthday, I was fortunate enough to meet such a high-quality beauty like Shui Ling'er. Today, I came to offer her to Brother Xue, hoping to bring joy to him every day and night."

Yes, young master! Yuenou bowed with clasped hands, bravely looked deeply at Xue Shao, and walked away with a flustered heart and blushing cheeks.

Please translate the following content: `` 请他进来 , 正堂奉茶。 '' 薛绍如此交待门子 , 心中暗道 : 宫里怎么会有了关于我的消息 ?. "Please invite him in and serve tea in the main hall," Xue Shao instructed the servant, wondering to himself, "How could the palace have news about me?"

"Hmm--" Xue Shao swung his sword with force and shook his head.

Since Li Xianyuan offered Shui Ling'er, Xue Shao, out of courtesy, naturally wanted him to choose one from his beloved concubines to take back. When Shui Ling'er knelt down, Li Xianyuan looked around and only saw Yuenu. Disappointed, he carefully observed her and found that although this rarely seen woman had a plain face and seemed cold and aloof, unlike Shui Ling'er who was charming and captivating, she had a unique and charming beauty that could arouse a man's strong desire to conquer her at first sight. In addition, she had a tall and graceful figure, especially her ample bosom, just one glance at her chest... The innate male impulse could no longer be restrained...! The women by Xue Shao's side would never be inferior!

The host and guest sit separately, tea has been served. Xue Shao gets straight to the point and asks, "I wonder why Brother Li has come all the way from Chang'an to find me. What brings you here?"

Excuse me! Li Xianyuan hurriedly bowed and said, "Thanks to Brother Xue's blessings, I have been well. It's just that I haven't visited your esteemed residence for a long time, Brother Xue, this is..."

Let's talk about something serious between you and me! Xue Shao cut to the chase again.

Or, "Weird Uncle".

Go quickly!

If we only consider official positions, Li Xianyuan is only slightly inferior to Xue Shao, a member of the prestigious Tianhuang family. However, birds of a feather flock together, and Li Xianyuan and Xue Shao share a similar stench. Moreover, Li Xianyuan has a famous uncle who is a master of the staff, known throughout the ages, as his golden signboard. It is said that this master has even taught Li Xianyuan a few tricks in private.

At this moment, a servant from the government office hurried over and said that there was a visitor.

The "Young Master" in Yu Nu's mouth obviously refers to Xue Shao's elder brother, Xue Yi, the current Marquis of Hedong County and the Governor of Jizhou.

Xueshao, who is inherently marked with the imprint of a soldier, harbors a deep love for cold weapons and ancient martial arts, and feels an inexplicable closeness to Xiwu, who practices martial arts. It seems like a very natural thing.

Li Xianyuan's eyes have always been like the graceful young gentleman Xue Chengyu, who used to walk like dancing. But why is he a bit different from the past, with a touch of vigor?

His name is Li Chunfeng.

Guests should follow the host's lead, and Li Xianyuan didn't want to ask too much. However, every time he came to the Xue Mansion, it was always full of warmth, fragrance, and beauty. Suddenly, it changed like this, and he really couldn't adapt. Even sitting on this newly made redwood chair, he felt uncomfortable.

As Li Xianyuan entered the mansion, he explained to the woman, "When you see Master Xue later, do not forget your manners and do not appear nervous or timid. Just focus on tonight, when you will share a bed with him and enjoy a night of passionate intimacy. That will be all."

Why is this...? Li Xianyuan was immediately confused, thinking that he had entered the wrong house.

Xue Shao, also known as Yue Nu, practiced archery for another round.

The arrogant and debonair young master from Lantian, who is accustomed to giving orders and having his way, when did he ever show such concern and politeness towards this dispensable and tough servant girl?

Still, the Huya military knife is easy to use!

Brother Li, please don't misunderstand," Xue Shao smiled and said, "Recently, I have not been feeling well and have been following the doctor's advice to cultivate my body and mind, and strengthen my foundation. Therefore, I cannot be intimate with women in the short term. Not only that, I have also invited a martial arts teacher to teach me some martial arts to improve my physical fitness."