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One meal at Xiangyun Garden cost He Lingchuan nearly three taels of silver, granted he had tipped the server with the leftover change.
Regardless, it was undeniably expensive, unreasonably so. And worse, they did not even allow credit. It looked like he really needed to find a new source of income.
Xiangyun Garden was the grandest theater garden in all of Dunyu City. The province’s most famous performers took turns hosting there. Patrons could listen to plays, read poetry, play chess, paint, pitch arrows, or negotiate business deals. And for those simply seeking a secluded, serene place, the establishment offered private suites in the back called the elegant suites.
Upon arrival, He Lingchuan requested one of these upper-floor elegance suites, but the tea master hesitated.
“Ah, Young Master, I’m afraid all the suites upstairs are occupied. Would you consider a seat on the main floor?”
“Absolutely not.” He Lingchuan had seen this act many times before. He lifted his chin. “You think those people upstairs are fit to sit above me?”
Mao Tao stepped forward obsequiously. “This is the eldest son of Provincial Governor He. You’re blessed to have Young Master He grace your establishment!”
The tea master blanched....
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