Princess Taihua pouted and introduced to Wang Xiaoya and Long Fei, "This is my dear Xiann Brother, the Second Prince, Li Shixian."

Long Fei exchanged glances with the young man, and upon his arrival, even Di Renying clasped his fist and saluted him.

It was evident that they knew each other from before.

Li Shixian patted Di Renying’s shoulder and laughed heartily, "I didn’t expect to see you here, Brother Di."

Di Renying chuckled dryly, "I’ve got some free time today, just came to join the fun."

Li Shixian said, "That’s the way it should be! Back at Chang’an Academy, we all sneaked over together. We always invited you, but you always refused."

He looked towards Long Fei with great interest and said, "Is this the Great Mercy and Great Virtue Master who saved the Shu State people from calamity?"

Long Fei smiled softly, "Just a small favor, the Prince overpraises me."

Li Shixian said, "My Shu King brother has already told me all about your deeds. It was truly thrilling, hardly a small favor. Since we meet today, could you, Great Mage, do us the honor of joining us for a drink later?"

Long Fei had heard in the Shu State that among Empress Wu’s four sons, the eldest was steady, and the second was quite virtuous.

Meeting him today, he indeed had an air of a dragon and phoenix.

Before Long Fei could answer, Princess Taihua called from behind, "Xiann Brother, you really ignore me as your sister, don’t you? You’ve been here for ages and haven’t said a word to me."

Li Shixian looked at her and laughed, "You little girl, how could I dare to neglect you? But you, learning under such a famous master, haven’t introduced him to me, your imperial brother."

Princess Taihua giggled, "I was going to introduce you, but since you’re here, it’s perfect for us all to have a meal and get to know each other."

As everyone was talking, suddenly a cry came from behind.

Everyone turned to look, and it turned out that the Stone-Cutting Master had cut out the stone from the gamble.

Like the previous stone bet, it was also a Spirit Life Stone.

Inside, there was also a cocoon, its contents unknown.

"We won, we won!"

Princess Taihua raised her fist and shouted.

Long Yu’er fainted directly, and Li Shixian caught her quickly.

Master Cao looked as if all his color had drained away, not expecting to lose so thoroughly.

He looked at Long Fei in admiration, clasped his fists in a salute, shook his head, and left alone.

Li Shixian, holding the fallen Long Yu’er, praised Long Fei softly, "I never thought that the Master is not only powerful in mana but also understands the method of dragon-seeking, truly a rare genius."

Long Yu’er tugged at his clothes, blinking.

Li Shixian smiled and said, "Stop pretending, it’s just being a maid for a month, a chance many dream of but can’t get."

Long Yu’er twitched her mouth, not expecting Li Shixian to not speak up for her.

She stood up depressed, pulling a long face, and said to Long Fei, "I can’t make tea or sweep; do you really want me to be your maid?"

Long Fei smiled softly, "It’s okay, you can learn slowly over a month!"

"You’re cruel!"

Long Yu’er swallowed a breath and lowered her head gloomily.

Princess Taihua excitedly ordered Little Diee, "Quick, quick, put the maid’s outfit on Little Yu’er."

Little Diee smiled, took out a maid’s outfit, and handed it to Long Yu’er, saying, "Miss Long, this is new and fits your figure well."

Long Yu’er, trembling with anger, still endured in front of everyone and took the clothes.

Hosted by Prince Li Shixian, he invited the young people present to the Red Mansion of the Fairy Pavilion.

Wang Xiaoya pinched Long Fei’s arm secretly from behind, conveying her question, "How did you come to such a place? I didn’t see it before; you really have a taste for this?"

Long Fei explained, "I’m accompanying Brother Di to investigate a case!"

Wang Xiaoya, full of disbelief, said, "Investigating a case in such a place? You’re lying to ghosts?"

Long Fei cleared his throat twice, "Don’t get excited yet, save the anger for later. There are many people here; arguing wouldn’t look good."

"Who’s going to argue with you?"

Wang Xiaoya chuckled and sat down with him at the table in the private room.

This place was indeed luxuriously decorated.

Everywhere exuded the aura of extravagance; the furniture was made of fine rosewood, and famous landscape calligraphy paintings hung on the walls.

The carpet on the floor was thick fur, soft to walk on.

The room was large, and outside was an expansive balcony.

If needed, singers could be called to perform and dance on it.

After everyone sat down, Li Shixian looked at Wang Xiaoya and a few others and smiled, "Since there are female guests, we won’t invite the girls to join us at this table. Let’s just eat, drink, and chat, and save the fun for another day."

Princess Taihua laughed and said, "Don’t! We came here hoping to see how extraordinary the girls here are!"

Wang Xiaoya pursed her lips and smiled, "Let’s invite a girl; we’ve never really seen one!"

The men at the table laughed awkwardly, and Li Shixian raised his hand, instructing the serving maids, "Bring the best girl from your Fairy Pavilion here."

The maids promptly withdrew, aware of Li Shixian’s identity and not daring to neglect him.

Soon, a middle-aged woman appeared, eagerly greeting Li Shixian, "Oh my, so it’s the Virtuous Prince. Forgive this old servant’s negligence."

She beckoned and called to those behind her, "Come on, girls, hurry in!"

A line of pretty girls with graceful figures walked in gracefully.

It was clear they were not ordinary people, and their gestures carried a hint of divine charm.

Li Shixian glanced at them and asked the madam, "Why isn’t Yufei here?"

The madam quietly apologized, "To be honest, the Yufei girl has been called by the master; she really can’t get away!"

Li Shixian raised his eyebrows, "Are you talking about Wu Shansi?"

"Exactly!"

The madam nodded, explaining to Li Shixian, "The master is hosting a distinguished guest today, and it coincided with your visit."

Li Xian’s face showed a trace of displeasure, but he maintained a forced smile, "In that case, let’s not disturb her."

He had all the girls who came in stay, but he didn’t let them accompany them, instead sending them to the balcony to perform music and dance.

Princess Taihua pouted, "What a shame, I thought we’d see the oiran here."

Wang Xiaoya asked curiously, "Is it that Yufei?"

Princess Taihua nodded, "Correct, the oiran Yang Yufei. I heard she’s the most beautiful woman in the Capital City. With my master here, I don’t believe she can claim first place."

"That name is interesting."

Wang Xiaoya shared a smile with Long Fei.

Hu Jingyang slapped the table and said, "What nonsense, not giving face even with the Virtuous Prince here. I’ll go and demand her."

Xuan Chong and Yu Shaojie quickly pulled him back, saying, "Calm down, this is no time for recklessness."

"Yeah, you’re just going to cause trouble for the Prince?"

The two of them pulled him back into his seat.

The Virtuous Prince raised his cup and sighed, "A son is not as dear as a nephew; it has always been this way. In such extraordinary times, there’s no need for you all to defend me."

He uttered this using divine sense communication.

Everyone present heard these words and their faces grew somber.

It was evident that this Virtuous Prince was not feeling well.

Born into the Royal Family, strong mother, weak child, the feeling was indeed uncomfortable.

Long Fei sensed that this master was not someone who would stay put.

He surrounded himself with talented people, seemingly plotting something else.