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The spring day in Jiangnan was short, and in the early April period, the weather seemed to have turned into summer all of a sudden. The Nebula Market also began to sell the light and thin clothes that they wore during the summer.
Without the Rainbow Moon Pavilion, the business in the Nebula Market had become more prosperous. The ladies' clothes all came from the New Moon Market, so in a short period of time, they had earned almost fifty thousand silver taels for Mu Yunyao.
Under the help of Bu Yue Lan, Su Qing received the wives and young madams of the various families. Her understanding and bearing had greatly changed. Compared to before, there was a world of difference. Although it was still lacking, it had already made Mu Yunyao extremely satisfied.
In the middle of April, the emperor ordered a thorough examination of the salt tax. He appointed Li Yuan, governor of the two rivers, as his official minister, to inspect the south of the river, verify the salt tax, and reorganize the salt policy.
Li Muniang was the first to respond to the emperor's imperial edict. After cleaning up the books, he sealed them for inspection by the messenger.
Cao Yunnian had been an official, so he was more upright and honest than the rest of the city. As such, the salt tax books were fairly clear, and it didn't take much effort to clean them up.
Mu Yunyao made preparations in advance for Nan'er to find a child from the Kindness Department and sing a song about the Neon Clouds Workshop and the No Envy Hall.
"Jiang Nan good, Jiang Nan good, I can't forget the immortals' arrival; the colorful clouds around the neon market don't envious of the immortals' beauty; the tea leaves are like fairies, a cup of fragrant tea forgets all worries ..." The ballads were extremely smooth going, and with the addition of the well-known Neon Cloud Workshop and Not Envy Pavilion, it didn't take long for the news to spread throughout the entire Tomb City. The effect was very good. Many merchants who passed by Ziling City all came to the Neon Cloud Market to buy clothes, drink tea, and wait for the end of their days after hearing the song ...
To his surprise, he felt that this trip to Jiangnan had been a waste. In this year, the fame of the Tombal Mountain City was incomparable to anyone else's. Coupled with Li Munian's presence, he naturally wanted to give the family some face. Li Munian was the son of Prime Minister Li, and since he was the son of Prime Minister Li, his history of salt luck was very clear.
Political achievements?
The next day, he took the initiative to come to visit. It was said that they were having a pleasant conversation, and when he mentioned the Neon Clouds Workshop and the No Envy Pavilion, Li Yuan said that he would come to taste his tea.
Ming Yin sat with Mu Yunyao in the pavilion, her expression extremely perturbed.
Mu Yunyao noticed that the hand she used to hold the teacup was slightly trembling, and couldn't help but ask, "Ming Yin, will you be afraid?"
I, your servant, am not afraid."Ming Yin forced herself to stabilize the teacup bit by bit as the smile on her face became more and more natural." Miss, I've waited for this day for far too long and I feel excited.
"Alright, tomorrow will be the day Li Yuan comes to drink his tea. At that time, I will have someone arrange to meet you under your name."
On the evening of the second day, Li Mu Nian accompanied Li Yuan and came to the building.
Steward Qin hurriedly came out to welcome them personally and led them into the Hibiscus Courtyard.
Li Munian sized up the surroundings and a hint of amazement flashed in his eyes from time to time, "The scenery here is truly beautiful beyond words. May I know if Miss Mu is here?"
Li Yuan turned around."Mu Nian, the Miss Mu you're talking about is the one who was rewarded twice by the Emperor?"
"That's right. My wife has met Lady Mu and praised her for her brilliance and elegance. It is an extremely rare sight."
Supervisor Qin wore a smile on his face, but his mind was filled with ferocity. His purpose in mentioning Lady Mu at this time was definitely not simple."Hibiscus Courtyard has arrived. Please come in, sirs."
Ming Yin, who was wearing a white dress, slowly walked out and bowed to the two of them. Her gentle voice was like the soft cry of a nightingale, and her voice was slightly raised, causing people to feel unsatisfied: "Si Cha Ming Yin greets the two lords."
Li Yuan was originally interested in Mu Yunyao, but when he saw Ming Yin, his heart immediately stuck to her."Miss, there's no need to be so courteous. Ming Yin is truly a good name."
Ming Yin raised her eyes, her long eyelashes fluttering slightly. She looked like a butterfly flapping its wings. The setting sun shone with a golden light as she said, "Sir, please enter."
The awe in Li Yuan's eyes deepened."Okay."
Li Munian carefully examined Ming Yin, a look of scrutiny flashing through his eyes.
"Sir, what tea would you like to drink? Ming Yin needs to choose the water source and tea set based on the tea set." After the two of them sat down, Ming Yin asked gently.
Li Yuan's gaze deepened, "This is my first time here. I don't know what's so special about it, so why don't you judge for yourself?"
"Since that's the case, then I, Ming Yin, will make a fool of myself." After Ming Yin bowed to him, she sat down behind the table and took in a deep breath without a trace. An ice-cold undercurrent slowly flowed through her eyes and the hatred in her heart surged like the tide had almost broken her. But even so, her face remained as calm as ever, as if she was completely at peace.
Hunters lurking in the darkness were only waiting for an opportunity to cut open the throats of their enemies.
Li Yuan looked at Ming Yin's every move and could not help but swallow his saliva. She did not do anything superfluous, but it was very attractive. He had not seen such a woman in a long time that could move his heart.
When he first met Ming Yin, he felt that she seemed to have the intention of seducing Li Yuan. However, after observing her movements, he realized that she did not do anything out of line and was instead concentrating on brewing tea. Was he being overly concerned?
"Milords, please have some tea." Ming Yin closed the teacup and respectfully handed it over to the two of them.
Li Yuan looked at her fingers. Her slender fingers looked like they were chopped from a root of an onion, and her nails were trimmed and rounded, suffused with a petal-like pink color, which was particularly attractive. His heart was slightly itchy, but his smiling face was extremely serious as he sipped a mouthful of tea and said, "Miss Ming Yin's brewing tea is really extraordinary."
"It's good that you like it. Ming Yin has made a fool of herself."
"Miss Ming Yin is a local of the Mausoleum?"
"No, I'm from Riverside City."
"Oh?"
Li Yuan asked about Ming Yin's background and then turned his attention away. He told Li Munian about the verification of the salt tax. His words repeatedly revealed that he had an extraordinary identity, as if he was trying to show off.
Ming Yin replied softly after being questioned. She lowered her head and sat down at the side without being questioned, appearing extremely quiet.
The doubt in Li Mu Nian's heart gradually subsided. He finished his tea and admired the scenery in the garden. Only then did he buy some tea leaves and leave.
Ming Yin kneeled on the ground as cold sweat broke out on her forehead and back. When Steward Qin saw this scene, he immediately got someone to help her up."Ming Yin, how was it?"
"Your servant is fine." Ming Yin took a few deep breaths and suppressed her surging emotions. Her body also gained a bit of strength.
"Mn, that's good. Follow me. Master Four and Lady Mu want to see you." "Yes."
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