Chapter 005: Do not offend the petty person

Old Min cut open the watermelon, and Tian Zhen came over to eat a piece, just returned from Jing Shui Town. I declined, saying it was too sweet as I was on a diet. Old Zhao also said to have a piece, as it was delicious and refreshing. Just as Fan Tian Zhen was about to take some, I remarked, "A beauty should weigh no more than a hundred," and she shot me a glare before putting it down. That was the right choice; it was truly delicious.

Excuse me, you are being quite unreasonable; there is a lady present here

Seeing Lao Min's expression, I couldn't help but smile wryly. With someone like you, Lao Min, even if you become an official in the future, you will not be a good one

Heaven on Earth, the goddess's favorite

What is it, do you know?

Old Min said to Old Zhao, it seems that you have been there as well

Right, the logistics department is just the logistics department. As long as the green mountains remain, one need not worry about firewood. A gentleman's revenge is not too late even after ten years. I will indeed go to the logistics department.

That night, after finishing my shift, I returned to the rented house, marking my official move into the courtyard. That evening, I arranged for Zhao Hezhi and Min Qiuyue to have dinner together. Fan Tianzhen did not come; it was said that Old Min mentioned she was handling a case at the Dali Temple and would be returning home very late recently

In the capital city, beneath the imperial palace, every whisper and rustle of the grass can be interpreted in various versions by all, from high-ranking officials in the court to common vendors and laborers. In the morning, if the emperor lets out a fart during court, by the afternoon, a vegetable-selling aunt at the gate of Huairou County can boast about it far and wide

There are two months left until the autumn examination. Old Min stays at home every day studying, and only in the evening, in order to save lamp oil, does he stop reading. Zhao Hezhi works at the court's gossip weekly, and is the most well-informed.

Is that so? You could be considered a member of a prestigious family, how did you end up in that place

Men should not make noise while speaking, you enjoy your melon.

As July arrives, the entire capital feels like a steamer, with even the dogs at the door of the escort agency lying listlessly on the ground, panting heavily. With nothing to do in the evening, Zhao Hezhi, Fan Tianzhen, and Min Qiuyue engage in casual conversation in the courtyard

I am very familiar with it, we are the goddesses of the Taishan Sect

Old Zhao said that a major event has recently occurred in the capital. He paused professionally, as he always enjoys keeping people in suspense. We have become accustomed to this and ignored it, continuing to eat our snacks. He cleared his throat and continued, "Do you know? The son of the former Minister of Justice fought with the son of the royal uncle at a nightclub, claiming it was over a newly arrived courtesan. The two of them got into a brawl.

After persisting for half a month, I was busy every day to the point of exhaustion, yet it felt utterly meaningless. Watching Liu Qingfeng, the Persian Mingjiao, and the Heifeng Zhai begin to take some short-distance deliveries made me feel restless, yet I was helpless. Until one opportunity arose, the third master noticed that my writing was quite good, so he transferred me to the documentation department, where I was responsible for meeting minutes and organizing written accounts.

Upon finding Old Sun from the Logistics Department to report in, I received a set of clothing. As I was walking out, I saw Liu Qingfeng coming out dressed in a Tangzi hand outfit, with the emblem of the Central Plains Escort Agency hanging on his chest. "Brother Qin, how do you like this outfit?" I said, "Congratulations, Liu Escort Master."

Oh, it's nothing, I am just curious, how much does it cost to see her once, is it two hundred wen

Do you know? During today's morning court session, the Emperor let out a colorful fart, and my nephew, who happened to be on duty in the palace, saw the seven-colored clouds floating above the palace, as beautiful as it could be

Old Zhao became interested and began to recount the top establishments of the eight major buildings in the capital. As a man, he was particularly intrigued by this, regardless of whether he could afford it; just listening to it was enough to excite him

It seems you are waiting for me here. I mentioned that I did not handle the matter that day. I felt a wave of despair, almost rushing over to confront him, but I was persuaded by the Persian Ming Sect to hold back for now and look for an opportunity to return to the escort team.

Seven days have passed, and we returned to the Central Plains Escort Agency after completing our training. The results of the group assignments were announced; except for me, the other seven directly joined the escort team as porters, while I, having offended the chief escort Sun Deyang, was assigned to the logistics department

Well, not bad. It's a pity that even the young black man has become a lackey. It's truly unfortunate that you didn't come; I originally thought we would be a group of four. But it's fine, your martial arts skills are not that high, so going to the logistics department can be seen as making the best use of your talents, hahaha

The next day, I went to the logistics department, where Old Sun officially assigned me tasks, which included feeding the horses and cleaning the escort vehicles every day. The escort agency's headquarters in the capital has twenty-four horse-drawn carriages and over fifty horses. I was accompanied by Old Du. Every morning, I would get up at the end of the tiger hour to feed the horses with fodder and clean the vehicles that had not been dispatched, which took nearly half a day. Old Du mentioned that if you provoke Sun Deyang here, unless you have a few of the bosses backing you, it may be difficult for you to make a name for yourself. Every morning, I would get up at the end of the tiger hour to feed the horses with fodder and clean the vehicles that had not been dispatched, which took nearly half a day. Old Du said that if you provoke Sun Deyang here, unless you have a few of the bosses backing you, it may be difficult for you to make a name for yourself.

Cough, buddy, with two hundred wen, you probably can't even get through the door, let alone have a sip of tea. Old Zhao held up three fingers, at least this amount.

Brother, take it easy, Lao Min, give me a pat

Old Zhao had an awkward expression, having only heard rumors, merely hearsay

I said, when did Confucius say this

Three thousand wen, isn't that a bit exaggerated

Oh, what is the name of the courtesan? It seems to be Wanqing, and her surname is Su.

Ah, it is her

Hmph, a petty person has achieved success; I shall not stoop to your level of understanding

I am also a disciple of the righteous sect of Mount Tai, with beautiful handwriting and good skills in mathematics, which have earned me the appreciation of several leaders. After a month, my monthly salary increased to 800 wen, yet it was a blessing in disguise. However, every time Sun Deyang sees me, he gives me a cold shoulder

I say, brothers, this time I have moved in, and I suppose I have caused some trouble for everyone. Now that we are all one family, I kindly ask for your support. Zhao Hezhi works in the court's publications and speaks quite decently. Old Min is just a bookworm, with poor drinking capacity, and before long, he starts rambling nonsense. The three of us spent forty wen on a banquet, which was quite economical.

To be honest, I still feel a bit sour inside. Back when I was learning my craft at Mount Tai, I often fetched water and bought breakfast for her, and now she has become the top star in the world.

Lao Min, with a dignified demeanor, stated: Confucius said, "A gentleman appreciates beauty, but he acquires it through proper means"

He said it while I was dreaming

This guy is really out of touch, at least thirty taels

The young emperor was quite furious about this, yet the matter persisted despite repeated prohibitions. After all, it was right under the imperial city, and without even a hint of gossip, how could one dare to claim it was from the capital