Chapter 721

Gao Feng walked over with his hands behind his back and said irritably, "You, this unfilial son, are usually unable to wake up, yet today you've risen exceptionally early."

A smile appeared on Gao Yang's face.

"Collecting money today—no, today is my capping ceremony to adulthood, so naturally, I must rise a bit earlier."

Gao Feng: "..."

He said irritably, "Enough, follow me outside to welcome the guests."

Soon, sunlight bathed the earth, and carriages from various households in Changancheng came one after another toward the Duke of Ding's Prefecture, arousing the curiosity of the commoners.

Old Fu's voice also rang out in succession!

"Grand General of the Right Wei Guard, Qin Zhenguo, has arrived!"

"Grand General of the Left Wei Guard, Lu Zhen, has arrived!"

"Duke of Protecting the State, Zhao Ponu, has arrived!"

"Minister of Justice, Wang Yifan, has arrived; Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, Lu Wen, has arrived!"

Seeing this, Gao Yang hurriedly stepped forward with a rich smile on his face.

Especially when his gaze fell upon the heavy gifts in their hands, the smile on his face grew even more intense.

Some of the officials who arrived first, hearing these voices one after another, revealed looks of astonishment on their faces.

A wave of envy welled up in the depths of their eyes; these were all high-ranking officials of the court!

Lu Zhen strode in, "Kid, today is your capping ceremony; I have prepared a grand gift for you."

"Top-grade tiger whip, from that remote corner of Da Qian; eat it and you'll definitely be incredibly fierce!"

"Grandpa Lu, this gift is truly thoughtful."

This thing was indeed a good thing.

"Haha!"

Lu Zhen patted Gao Yang on the shoulder and then walked inside.

Even he was somewhat tongue-tied; this scene was truly terrifying.

"Minister of Rites, the eldest young lady of the Song family, has arrived!"

As soon as Song Li and Song Qingqing stepped into the Duke of Ding's Prefecture, they instantly drew a multitude of gazes.

Clearly, everyone in Changancheng was aware of the affairs between the Song family and the Duke of Ding's Prefecture, and their expressions were quite strange.

"Lord Gao, knowing that you enjoy paintings, I specially bought you a 'Painting of the Lotus River,' hoping that Lord Gao might like it."

Song Qingqing handed over a scroll that looked extremely luxurious; although her heart was bleeding, a brilliant smile appeared on her face.

Today, she had specially dressed up, attracting many burning gazes.

Gao Yang looked at Song Qingqing, his face cold and complex, "For this painting, you have been thoughtful."

"Uncle Song, Qingqing, please come inside. I still have guests to welcome; please forgive me for the lack of hospitality."

Song Li stroked his beard, in a great mood.

He spoke, "Nephew, go ahead and get busy. Given the relationship between the Song family and the Duke of Ding's Prefecture, why be so polite!"

Song Qingqing also said in a soft tone, "Lord Gao, then Qingqing will go in first."

Gao Yang nodded.

Song Qingqing and Song Li also walked inside.

"A single 'Uncle Song' has brought the relationship much closer, but as a father, I see a trace of coldness still on his face; clearly, there is a rift in his heart that is hard to melt. Qingqing, you must continue to work hard. This time, our Song family has suffered a massive loss!"

"Thirty thousand taels!"

Song Li voiced, his heart bleeding.

Song Qingqing said with a smile, "Father, don't worry. When he didn't love me, I was 'Miss Song'; now that he calls me 'Qingqing' again, this is already a huge step forward."

"On the road to pursuing a husband, suffering some bitterness and paying some price is normal."

Song Qingqing said with a smile.

At the main gate, Gao Feng whispered with displeasure, "Why has the Song family come? And this 'Painting of the Lotus River,' why does it sound so familiar to me?"

Gao Yang said calmly, "I took it from Grandfather's collection and put it in the Treasure Pavilion."

"Selling price: thirty thousand taels!"

"Tricking the Song family a little to turn enemies into friends, and having one more blade in the court—isn't it better to deal with them later?"