Yun Niang had seen customers who spent money like water before.

But that was all to win the favor of the top courtesans, vying for a chance to get close to them.

She had never seen anyone like Jiang Chen, who spent so lavishly just for someone to accompany him in drinking.

This was a big customer, and she had to serve him well!

Thinking of this, she immediately changed her attitude, a flattering smile on her pretty face: "Young master, you are so generous, it makes this humble girl's heart skip a beat, I can't even bear to leave!"

As she spoke, she took the silver note, subtly checked its authenticity, and naturally slipped it into her sleeve.

Jiang Chen noticed her little action but didn't take it to heart.

These silver notes were from the homes of those corrupt officials he had searched, absolutely genuine, so she could check them however she wanted.

He put an arm around the woman's slender waist, sipping tea and said playfully, "Since you can't bear to leave, then stay in this young master's arms tonight."

"Someone like Yun Niang, with such charming beauty, this young master wouldn't tire of holding her all night."

Yun Niang was all smiles from the flattery, about to continue flirting with Jiang Chen, when she heard him change the subject, suddenly mentioning Jia Yao with a mischievous smile:

"By the way, Yun Niang, the main reason I came this time was to bring my apprentice to broaden his horizons."

"His family is strict, and he hasn't touched a woman yet, so help him pick one out, let him see the world, so he won't be laughed at when he goes out in the future."

"Ah? N-no need..." Being suddenly named, Jia Yao was sweating with anxiety.

Her face flushed red, she said, "Your... Teacher, this student really doesn't need it, you should enjoy yourself!"

"If my parents find out about this, I'll be beaten to death!"

Jiang Chen felt that Jia Yao's reaction was a bit too extreme, and a strange feeling welled up in his heart, but he didn't delve into it, and said to himself:

"Yun Niang, don't listen to him, call over your best Qing courtesan, let this kid get a taste of it."

Hearing this, Yun Niang's beautiful eyes curved into a smile, and she chuckled: "Since the young master has spoken, how dare Yun Niang disobey? Hui'er, go and call Qing Wan, and tell her to serve this young master well."

Jia Yao was so anxious that she almost jumped up.

If possible, she really wanted to jump out of the window and escape right now, but the height of the third floor made her unable to bring herself to do it.

Moreover, the person in front of her was the current emperor, and she couldn't commit such disrespect, so she could only grit her teeth and sit down.

Soon, a young girl wearing a water-blue dress with flowing sleeves came up, holding a *guqin* (Chinese zither) in her hand, with an elegant temperament and a beautiful appearance.

After she bowed, she consciously sat down next to Jia Yao.

A pair of watery eyes, full of affection, stared at Jia Yao, a shy and alluring charm, very moving.

Unfortunately, Jia Yao was destined not to respond to this favor.

She straightened her back, doing her best to distance herself from the Qing courtesan, every fiber of her being screaming resistance.

This unromantic appearance made Jiang Chen sigh, but there was nothing he could do.

Although he was the emperor, he couldn't order Jia Yao to engage in romantic affairs, could he?

If word got out, where would his face be?

He simply stopped paying attention to Jia Yao and focused on enjoying the singing and dancing.

Soon, the clear sound of the *guqin* came from the private room, and Jiang Chen's mood gradually improved. He picked up his wine glass and began to drink with Jia Yao.

Jia Yao rarely drank alcohol, and her tolerance was very poor.

But the person in front of her was the current emperor, so even if she was unwilling, she could only grit her teeth and drink. After only two cups, her beautiful face flushed red.

And the atmosphere between the two also warmed up as they exchanged cups.

Soon, the evening sunset was replaced by the dark night.

Jia Yao's mind was starting to spin from Jiang Chen's drinking.

Realizing this, she quickly made an excuse to leave the table, intending to find a quiet place to recover.

At this time, Jiang Chen was being entangled by Yun Niang in his arms, unable to get away, so he nodded and let Jia Yao leave.

After a while, Jia Yao had enough of the breeze at the阁 window on the third floor, and guessing that it was getting late, she prepared to go back to tell him she was leaving.

It's so late, His Majesty must have had his fill, he should be able to leave, right?

Just as she reached the door of the private room, about to push it open.

Xu Mu and the others suddenly reached out to stop him, looking embarrassed: "Ahem, Young Master Jia, please wait a moment before going in!"

"His Majesty, His Majesty is not very convenient right now..."

The stammering appearance made Jia Yao a little confused.

In fact, if it were normal times, with Jia Yao's delicate mind, she would immediately understand what these guards were worried about.

But at this time, her brain was already numbed by alcohol, and she couldn't think straight, still single-mindedly wanting to go inside.

If she didn't leave soon, she would definitely be late getting home, and wouldn't it be terrible if she was scolded by her parents, or even confined?

Thinking of this, Jia Yao panicked.

She wanted to barge in and ask Jiang Chen to send her home as promised.

Just as the two sides were at a stalemate, a moan like a kitten purring suddenly came from inside the tightly closed door, charming and melodious, making it difficult to resist.

Jia Yao's action of pushing the door stopped, she reacted for a moment, and suddenly realized that the person inside was, was...

Her mind went blank for a while, she opened her mouth to say something, but only let out a scream, and then turned around abruptly and fled frantically!

This bastard emperor, he promised not to stay overnight, not to stay, it was all a lie!

Ah! Her ears are unclean, it's all because of this lecherous emperor, she, a pure maiden who hasn't left her boudoir, actually heard such scandalous things!

Under the influence of alcohol, Jia Yao's self-control plummeted, and the thoughts in her heart appeared on her face without the slightest concealment.

And this exaggerated reaction also made the guards guarding Jiang Chen discuss among themselves.

"Commander, why is Young Master Jia's reaction so strange? Could she be a girl?"

"That's right, even if a normal man hasn't touched a woman before, he wouldn't react so strongly to this kind of thing."

"What you said makes sense, Young Master Jia's face is so beautiful, and he doesn't have a beard, he's just like a woman!"

"..."

A group of people discussed with great interest, their eyes flashing with gossip.

Anyway, standing around was boring, might as well find some fun to pass the time.

Just as they were discussing enthusiastically, Jing Yue, who had been hidden in the darkness, suddenly appeared, coldly scanning the crowd: "You dare to be distracted during your duty?"

Hearing this, everyone's faces froze, and they quickly shut their mouths and returned to their original seriousness.

Seeing this, Jing Yue's cold expression eased slightly, and she continued to instruct: "After returning to the palace, Xu Mu, you stay behind to clean up. The fact that His Majesty came to the 百花阁 (Hundred Flower Pavilion) must not be leaked!"

"If this matter is known to the court and the public, and His Majesty's reputation is damaged, I will definitely hold you accountable!"

"Yes, this subordinate understands!"

Jing Yue nodded: "Also, the woman who was favored must also be dealt with. Redeem her, and don't let her continue to stay in this kind of place, understand?"

Xu Mu nodded, without the slightest objection.

As the emperor's confidant, he understood Jing Yue's special status very well.