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Just as the atmosphere in the room was becoming increasingly tense, Yang Sichang seemed to finally soften his heart or perhaps did not want to kill Zhang Da and gain a bad reputation. So he stood up from the main seat, the hem of his scarlet official robe sweeping across the blue brick floor, and walked step by step to Zhang Da.

"Lord Zhang, you refuse this and that, but you have rendered meritorious service in offering strategies and in suppressing the bandits. Tell me, how should the court and I, the governor, reward you? And what do you want?"

Zhang Da stood with his head down, then suddenly revealed... a smile? That's right, Zhang Da actually let out a somewhat lewd, silly smile at that moment.

At that moment, he truly resembled a boorish country bumpkin; his Adam's apple bobbed a few times, as if he had been holding back for a very long time before finally managing to utter a single sentence.

"My lord... Back when I was in the countryside, all I did was farm, harvest grain, and guard against bandits. All I saw were village women and peasant girls, rough and callous, exposed to the wind and sun... I've long heard that the ladies of noble families and maids in Xiangyang City are beautiful and gentle, and that even... even their excrement smells sweet... I have no other desires but to ask the lord to grant me a few gentle and beautiful women so that I can taste the flavor of city women and see if their excrement is sweet... That would be enough for me."

Upon hearing this, Yang Sichang was taken aback at first, and then the whole room erupted in uproar.

On the left side of the military officers' seats, He Renlong, Zhang Yingyuan, Wang Yunfeng, and other generals were stunned for a moment, then burst into laughter, slapping their thighs. He Renlong laughed so hard his belly shook, and Zhang Yingyuan laughed so hard he was doubled over, completely losing his usual composure.

Previously, the military officers thought Zhang Da was pretentious, but after hearing this, they only found him to be honest and adorable, and they all slapped the table in approval.

On the right side, the upright civil officials, including the Provincial Administration Commissioner and the Provincial Surveillance Commissioner of Huguang, blushed and stamped their feet repeatedly, stroking their beards and angrily rebuking, "What kind of behavior is this?" "Vulgar and unbearable!" "A disgrace to civilization!" The Prefect of Xiangyang was so ashamed that he turned his head away, as if he had heard some filthy words, and his fingertips were trembling.

The military officers' laughter was so loud that the civil officials' rebukes were immediately drowned out. For a moment, the hall was filled with laughter and curses, a truly comical scene. The previously tense atmosphere of hostility instantly vanished without a trace.

Yang Sichang stood there, a half-smile on his face, a half-crying expression on his face. He first frowned slightly, then couldn't help but burst into laughter, his imposing aura dissipating completely, leaving him speechless.

The crowd laughed for nearly three or four minutes before Yang Sichang turned around, raised his hand to signal for quiet, and the laughter gradually subsided.

"Please don't ridicule or blame Lord Zhang too much. As the saying goes, food and sex are human nature. Even Confucius said so. He was just expressing his thoughts. What's wrong with that? It's perfectly normal for a hot-blooded young man to have such thoughts."

After saying that, he turned back to look at Zhang Da, pretending to put on a stern face.

"Magistrate Zhang, even if you take advantage of your young age, you shouldn't speak like that. In the future, you should be more restrained and mindful of manners and etiquette."

Zhang Da quickly bowed, feigning embarrassment, and nodded repeatedly.

"Yes, yes, I know I was wrong. I spoke too quickly and lost my temper, making the Commander and all the other officials laugh at me."

Zhang Da's sleazy appearance made everyone burst into laughter again...

"Magistrate Zhang! Since you have such tastes, why don't you tell me what kind of beautiful women you prefer? Is it a gentle and dignified lady from a prominent family, a charming and lively young woman from a humble background, or perhaps a tender and considerate maidservant? Just tell me, and I have plenty in my household, which I'll send to you immediately!"

The speaker was Li Guodong, who was jokingly addressing Zhang Da with a smile.

Upon hearing this, the crowd burst into laughter again, urging Zhang Da to speak freely.

"General Li's hospitality is too kind for me to refuse. If possible... I would like to have both. I'd like to experience them all!"

"Ha ha ha ha!"

The laughter in the lobby reached its peak, with He Renlong laughing so hard he could barely stand up straight while holding onto the edge of the table.

Yang Sichang nodded with a smile, pointing at Zhang Dalian and saying repeatedly, "You little rascal, you've got quite the appetite, you're greedy!"

After laughing, Yang Sichang composed himself, looked at Zhang Da, and spoke with certainty.

"Since you have this wish, I will grant it. You don't need to rush back to Shaoyang; stay at the temporary headquarters for a few days and rest well. I will have someone select gentle, charming, and well-educated maids within the headquarters to serve you well, ensuring you are completely satisfied. What do you say?"

Zhang Da pretended to be overjoyed and immediately knelt down and kowtowed.

"Thank you for your kindness, Commander! I am very grateful for your assistance!"

"Get up." Yang Sichang raised his hand to help him up. "Someone, take Magistrate Zhang away and settle him in the warm pavilion in the west wing of the headquarters. Treat him well and do not neglect him."

Two guards immediately stepped forward, bowed, and said, "Yes, sir!"

The assembled civil and military officials smiled and bowed to Zhang Da in farewell, preparing to return and properly recount what had happened that day.

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The governor's headquarters was grand in scale, and the west wing was a residence exclusively for distinguished guests. Passing through the hanging flower gate and around the covered corridor, one would find a separate courtyard.

Two osmanthus trees, past their blooming season, still retain a faint fragrance in the courtyard. The main house has five rooms, all with blue bricks and gray tiles, and the underfloor heating has already been turned on, making it warm and cozy.

The bodyguard leading the way was a man in his thirties, a trusted confidant of Yang Sichang, named Zhao Quan. He led Zhang Da into the warm pavilion of the main room, smiling and bowing respectfully.

"Magistrate Zhang, this is your residence. It is fully furnished, so please rest assured. If you need anything, please let us know."

After saying this, Zhao Quan clapped his hands, and four maids filed in from outside the door, followed by a maid carrying clothes. There were five maids in total, all around fifteen or sixteen years old, with petite figures and beautiful faces.

Zhao Quan pointed to the five maids and bowed to Zhang Da.

"Magistrate Zhang, these five maids were all personally selected and sent by Governor Yang. They will be in charge of taking care of your daily needs for the next few days. Please rest well and enjoy yourself. I will take my leave now."

After speaking, Zhao Quan bowed again, turned around and left the courtyard, gently closing the gate and leaving the space entirely to Zhang Da and the five maids.

Seeing Zhao Quan leave, the five women stepped forward, curtsied to Zhang Daying, and spoke in soft, melodious voices, like nightingales singing in a valley.

"This servant greets Lord Zhang. In the coming days, we will attend to your daily needs and hope for your continued care."

Although Zhang Da had initially pretended to be a lecherous man, after hearing their sweet and charming voices, he stood there dumbfounded, unsure of where to look.

Looking at the snow-white necks of the five pretty maids before him, Zhang Da suddenly felt a pang of guilt towards Zhou Nianhui.

Does this count as cheating?

No, no, no, how can this be considered? In this chaotic world, I have no choice but to act against my will. If I don't tarnish my image like this today, I will sooner or later become a victim of Yang Sichang's blade...

Yes, yes, it was just for show...

"My lord, you must be tired from your journey. We have prepared hot water for you to bathe and rest, is that alright?"

Seeing Zhang Da standing there dumbfounded, the maids' leader, bolder than the others, stepped forward gracefully, reached out her soft, boneless hand, and gently tugged at Zhang Da's sleeve. Her voice was sweet and gentle, her eyes crinkling with laughter.

"Huh? Um... okay... okay... very good."

After Zhang Da reluctantly agreed, the other four maids stepped forward. Some gently stroked Zhang Da's shoulders, some reached out to take the ornaments from his waist, and some gently smoothed the wrinkles in his robes. Their soft, fair skin brushed against his neck and arms, carrying a faint fragrance of perfume, making Zhang Da feel extremely comfortable.

Zhang Da, this country bumpkin, was in the prime of his life, and with plenty of food and warmth leading to lust... being served so gently, how could he possibly resist? He nodded, letting the maids surround him as they walked towards the inner bathing chamber.

In the center of this warm pavilion's bathing hall stands a large cedar wood bath tub, beside which is a three-legged copper charcoal stove, its fire blazing. On either side are small pear wood tables, upon which are placed soap, oyster sauce, dry towels, and bath towels...

Oh, the evil old society!

Zhang was amazed that the ancients could enjoy themselves in such a way.

Then the maids had already filled the bathtub with boiling water. The maid who had spoken to Zhang Da first gently helped him to the edge of the tub, while the other four maids stepped forward one by one and carefully removed his outer robe, cotton armor, and inner garment...

Before long, all of Zhang Da's clothes were removed, and the maids brought him a light silk bathrobe and wrapped it around him.

"My lord, please be careful of the water temperature. Let me help you into the bath."

Two maids, one on each side, helped Zhang Da slowly step into the bathtub.

Then four maids stood on either side of the bath tub. Some held copper ladles, gently scooping up hot water and slowly pouring it over his shoulders and back, while others extended their slender fingers, massaging his shoulders and arms with just the right amount of pressure...

Oh, the evil old society!

Zhang Da felt extremely comfortable, but then sighed inwardly.

Seeing that the time was right, one of the maids slowly removed her vest and skirt, leaving only a close-fitting lotus-colored undergarment, and stepped into the bathtub. Then she pressed her soft body tightly against Zhang Da's...

"My lord, this servant will bathe and serve you..."

Zhang Da could no longer restrain himself. He reached out and gently embraced Chun Tao's slender waist, pulling her into his arms and placing her against him...

Hot water gurgles gently, warm and cozy.

"You should all go into the water too."

We can only critically enjoy this wicked old society.