Resisting the Wind and Splendor

Chapter 468 The Legendary Lady Xi

In terms of rank, most marquises are of the third rank, specifically the lower third rank, with exceptions for those with meritorious service.

Chu Xiaohe and Chu Yueli's father, Chu Qingfeng, was originally enfeoffed as the Marquis of Loyalty and Valor. Due to his outstanding military achievements, he was granted a second-rank title, though he was still only a second-rank official.

But today, Chu Xiaohe's title of Marquis of Dingbei is actually a second-rank official, which is very different from the hereditary system of granting titles and honors.

As Zisu said, this is unprecedented, the first of its kind.

With such a title, he was certainly qualified to marry the seventh princess of the Eastern Zhou Dynasty.

So it seems the Emperor does indeed treat the Duke's mansion differently.

"Eunuch An." Chu Yueli entered from outside the hall.

That figure, whenever seen, is always so ethereal and captivating.

An Delu smiled and said, "I hope Miss Li is well."

"We are extremely grateful to Eunuch An for making this trip." Chu Yueli walked up to An Delu and took out a small box from her bosom.

“Father-in-law, this is a pill specially made by my master. It was originally intended for me to improve my appearance, but I often go out, so appearance is not of much use to me.”

Chu Yueli's eyes sparkled with laughter: "I was thinking that the concubines in the harem would like these things more, so I gave them to you, Eunuch, to see which concubine you would like to give them to to play with."

"Is your master the legendary Lady Xi?" An Delu's eyes widened as he took the small box from Chu Yueli with both hands, his eyes shining.

However, he was startled to realize that he had let something slip; this was news that the Emperor had recently sent someone to inquire about.

Actually, it was after the autumn hunt that the Emperor was amazed by Chu Yueli's horsemanship and archery skills. In addition, Chu Yueli later saved Prince Jin's life. The Emperor felt that ordinary people could not teach such a person. Therefore, he immediately ordered people to investigate thoroughly.

Sure enough, the investigation revealed that she had spent some time with several reclusive masters, all of whom were like immortals and had extraordinary backgrounds.

As for Lady Xi's unparalleled medical skills, they are renowned throughout the entire Lingzhou continent.

The beauty-enhancing pills made by Lady Xi herself are absolutely divine elixirs; you can't buy them no matter how much money you have!

"It is indeed the legendary Lady Xi, but her whereabouts are unpredictable, and it is not easy for me to see her. Therefore, I do not always have this elixir."

Chu Yueli's words made An Delu cherish the box in his hand even more.

An Delu did not stay at the Duke's mansion for long before returning to report.

Chu Yueli summoned Zisu and Chu Yi and said, "The Duke's mansion is hosting a banquet tonight. My elder brother and I will go and write the invitations right away. Chu Yi will personally deliver the invitations later. Zisu, you should quickly make the arrangements and get the banquet going."

"Only half a day..." Chu Xiaohe was a little uneasy. Could they really get the banquet organized in such a short time?

Other people's banquets require thorough preparation, with at least ten days' worth of time allotted for preparation.

"Don't worry, with Zisu here, anything is possible," Chu Yueli said with a smile.

Chu Xiaohe looked at Zisu.

Since that night, Chu Xiaohe and Zisu have become somewhat uncomfortable. Unless it is something important, Chu Xiaohe would not dare to keep Zisu behind to talk alone.

Zisu wasn't oblivious to the young master's distance from her, but she didn't care. She simply smiled and said, "Alright, I'll go prepare seats for three hundred people right away. With me here, I'll make sure the Duke's Mansion doesn't lose face."