Some things are more mysterious and difficult to describe clearly in words, such as a warrior's perception of murderous intent.

Pei Yue didn't believe this statement before, and always thought it was too exaggerated. However, since he started practicing martial arts with Mr. Xi, he gradually developed a keen sense of touch and can clearly distinguish other people's attitudes towards him. Take today.

He said that he never sensed murderous intent from Duan Yuzhu, even when she rushed over and stabbed him with her sword.

This is the reason why Pei Yue did not dodge. Then he raised his hand to block the opponent's sword edge, which further confirmed his judgment, because Duan Yuzhu did not use all his strength. Even if he did not block, the sword would only stop at his

In front of him, it won't hurt him at all.

The reason why he couldn't figure it out was because he couldn't tell Duan Yuzhu's true purpose in such a short period of time.

Even if Duan Yuzhu took the initiative to stop, he would still have committed a crime of disrespect, because Pei Yue was still an imperial envoy and represented the emperor's dignity outside the country.

An oiran dared to point a sword at an imperial envoy, and even Xue Tao, the governor of Lingzhou, did not dare to exonerate her.

Since it wasn't a real assassination, why did she do it?

Qin Xu was still in shock. When he saw that the two of them were still maintaining the same posture as before, he said with a complex expression: "Miss Duan, put down your sword quickly. Do you know that this is a treasonous act?"

This man was the most compassionate person in his life. At this time, he still didn't want the oiran to be beheaded, and just wanted to put this matter behind him.

However, for the local officials in Lingzhou here, all they can think of at this moment is scolding Duan Yuzhu. They don't know the truth of the matter at all. They only think that this woman intends to assassinate the imperial envoy, which will naturally affect them.

.When the court blames them, who among those big shots will care about their life and death? No one present today can escape.

Although Zhao Xianhong, the prefect of Xingyang, did not dare to step forward, he scolded sternly: "Duan Yuzhu, you are so brave, you dare to assassinate the imperial envoy! Come, please go and report to Mr. Fang Bo quickly, and call three groups of arresters to come and arrest this woman."

The thief takes it!"

He repeatedly urged his subordinates to call for help.

Pei Yue frowned and said, "Wait a minute."

Zhao Xianhong looked at him puzzled, but still obediently stopped his subordinate.

Pei Yue only stared at Duan Yuzhu.

He could see some concern and worry in the eyes of the oiran. This emotion could not be faked, because the other party did not care about the agitation of the people next to her. But it was obviously not the place for a deep conversation at the moment, and he was not sure what she wanted.

He reminded himself of something, so a smile appeared on his calm face, he lifted his fingers and praised: "Duan's swordsmanship is so handsome. Today is really an eye-opener for me."

Duan Yuzhu's eyes showed relief, he took back the sword with his backhand, raised his hand and saluted: "Your Majesty is indeed famous for his martial arts, and his general's style is fully demonstrated. Now that the world has not yet been settled, there must be a place for your Majesty to use his skills. Today Yuzhu will use

Congratulations with the sword dance, I hope your journey ahead will be smooth and you will not be afraid of wind and rain."

If there might have been a misunderstanding between the two of them just now, Duan Yuzhu's words were almost clear. He was obviously trying to remind him that there were many dangers in the Furong Banquet today and he must not take it lightly.

Pei Yue took advantage of the situation and said: "I am very interested in martial arts, and I was deeply touched by Duan's sword dance just now. I wonder if I can go to Peiyu Pavilion someday to discuss swords and seek Taoism again?"

Duan Yuzhu smiled and said: "If your lordship comes by chance, Yuzhu will sweep the couch to wait for you."

The two exchanged words very quickly, as if the thrilling sword blow just now had never happened at all, and they soon brought the topic to the way of the sword.

The rest of the people looked confused and couldn't figure out what was going on. Did Duan Yuzhu really not commit an assassination but show off his swordsmanship in front of Pei Yue? What if she didn't master the strength and really stabbed Pei Yue?

So what about Yue? And this young powerful man from Kyoto, is he a wise man or a fool?

Zhao Xianhong glanced at Pei Yue with complicated eyes, then put on a smile and said: "Master Pei is indeed a man who has seen great battles. He is not like us who are timid and timid. We are so panicked when encountering the slightest thing. We are not afraid.

You guys are joking, I was so scared just now that my two legs were shaking, I really thought something big had happened."

Although these words were self-deprecating, because of his status as the prefect of Xingyang, he was able to lower his status to such a low level, which won the support of others.

Qin Xu wiped the sweat from his forehead and said with a wry smile: "Master Duan, you really scared me now."

Duan Yuzhu apologized to everyone: "Yuzhu was reckless for a while, please forgive me."

Pei Yue stood up and said: "It doesn't matter, I just went through four tests in succession today. I wonder how this one will be counted?"

Duan Yuzhu said calmly: "Your Majesty's martial arts are much better than Yuzhu's. I don't need to mention the test anymore. I invite you all to come up to the building."

The two looked at each other, and Pei Yue understood. After nodding slightly, he walked towards the stairs first.

By this time, he no longer believed the nonsense that Qin Xu had said before. This Furong Banquet could not be led by a group of oirans, and it was definitely inseparable from Xue Tao, the governor of Lingzhou. It was obvious that Chaofeng Nine Floors

It is a hierarchical place. Those wealthy but powerful merchants and low-level officials can only stay on the first floor. Going up above requires a certain status.

If you force your way up, even if you don't consider whether the governor is angry, you will lose face in front of others, because these courtesans use elegant methods and will not consider your power and money openly.

Only by going up can you highlight your identity. Even those who can go to the ninth floor must have sufficient strength even if they are not Xue Tao's cronies.

Judging from Pei Yue's two lifetime experiences, he quickly understood the purpose of Xue Tao's move.

Through this way of spring breeze turning into rain, Xue Tao tightly held the entire Lingzhou dignitaries in his hands.

If you can't attend the Furong Banquet or climb high-rise buildings, how can you get the face to mix in the circles of the powerful? If you want to be decent in front of others, you must surrender to Xue Tao. The advantage of this method is that it is gentle and invisible.

To establish your own authority, you don't have to shout and kill, as that will easily lose the support of the people.

The popular sentiment here has nothing to do with the people, but refers to the upper-class circles that form the backbone of Lingzhou.

It is not easy to be a high official in the border areas, and Xue Tao's move taught Pei Yue a lesson.

Pei Yue silently increased his vigilance in his heart. He originally thought that this lotus banquet was related to Chen Xizhi, but now it seems that there is also the shadow of Xue Tao. But he doesn't quite understand that even if Xue Tao is not enthusiastic about the imperial envoy, he can't use tricks against himself. After all, the two of them

There has never been any intersection before.

As the saying goes, there is no good banquet. He was mentally prepared for coming here today, and naturally he would not panic at this time. Xue Tao didn't dare to do anything to him in public. At most, he just wanted to kill the imperial envoy's majesty.

Continue to maintain his unrivaled status in Lingzhou.

As for the oiran named Duan Yuzhu, Pei Yue plans to have an in-depth exchange with her in a few days.
Chapter completed!