226: First meeting Bai Yurou

Judging by the way others addressed this steward and the level of respect they showed him, his status was certainly not low.

The only person he would respectfully call 'master' could only be Bai Yurou, the mysterious owner of Bai Xiang Tower!

When Li Shengyuan heard that Bai Yurou had invited him, a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes, but he quickly regained his composure, thinking to himself that coming to Bai Xiang Tower tonight was truly the right decision. He gently fanned himself and said,

"Since the owner has invited me, I shall certainly pay her a visit."

Song Zhen's round face was full of pleasant surprise: "Sister Bai is also in the capital? That's wonderful!"

He turned to Li Shengyuan, winking and excitedly whispering: "Li Dage, didn't I just tell you I'd introduce Sister Bai to you? This is the perfect opportunity! Sister Bai is a rare beauty, no less stunning than Princess Pingyang!"

"Hmm, it is quite a coincidence. Since you put it that way, I really must meet this Owner Bai today!" Li Shengyuan smiled and nodded, speaking with a hint of anticipation.

But this guy actually affectionately called her Sister Bai, so their relationship must be very close.

Perhaps he could even learn something from this Little Junior Brother...

The steward bowed and led the way: "Please follow me, young masters."

Bai Xiang Tower had nine floors. The three of them passed through the carved corridor and ascended to the elegant room on the top floor.

The steward respectfully knocked on the door from outside and said: "Master, the two young masters have arrived."

"Yes, bring the two young masters in!" A voice as gentle as flowing water came from within the room.

Upon receiving the answer, they pushed the door open and entered, only to see a graceful woman in a moon-white gauze dress leaning against the window.

Several delicate maidservants stood by, and upon closer inspection, their cultivation was surprisingly not weak!

Hearing the movement, Bai Yurou turned around—her eyebrows were like distant mountains with dark brows, her eyes were like autumn water reflecting ripples, and a cinnabar mole by her lips added a touch of charm.

"Sister Bai!" Song Zhen happily ran forward, "Why did you come to the capital?"

Bai Yurou smiled gently: "Little Fatty, did you go to the casino to throw money away again?"

Her gaze shifted to Li Shengyuan, and she paused slightly, "This young master is..."

Even her third-grade cultivation couldn't see through him. Could he be a certain disciple of the Chancellor?

Song Zhen quickly smiled and introduced: "This is my Li Dage, Li Shengyuan! Li Dage, this is Bai Yurou, the owner of Bai Xiang Tower."

Li Shengyuan briefly sized up Bai Yurou, then bowed with his fan, smiling faintly: "I have long heard of Owner Bai's reputation as 'A Startling Glimpse in the Business World'. To meet you today, it was well worth the trip!"

A mid-third-grade cultivation...

A hint of shock appeared in Bai Yurou's eyes. She hadn't expected that the man she couldn't see through was actually the famous Li Shengyuan!

After a deep look at Li Shengyuan, Bai Yurou covered her lips and chuckled softly:

"Young Master Li overpraises me. It is your name that is now known throughout the world. I never expected to meet you here; it is truly this humble woman's great fortune!"

"For my humble Bai Xiang Tower to be graced by Young Master Li's presence, my humble abode is truly honored!"

"You overpraise me..." Li Shengyuan smiled indifferently.

Bai Yurou gently raised her delicate hand, "Please sit, both of you."

A maidservant served fragrant tea.

Li Shengyuan noticed that the tea cups were a rare 'rain-washed sky blue' color, and the tea leaves in the cups stood upright, revealing them to be top-grade Longjing.

Bai Yurou flicked her sleeve and poured the tea, speaking softly: "I heard Young Master Li was just at the casino..."

"Lost everything." Li Shengyuan openly interjected, a deep meaning in his eyes, "However, to have met the Owner because of it, it's a blessing in disguise."

Song Zhen interrupted: "Sister Bai, you don't know, Li Dage's luck today was incredibly bad, he got the worst cards every single time!"

Then he grinned and said: "But I turned my luck around today, I won back everything I lost before in just a few tries!"

"As long as you're happy..."

Bai Yurou smiled gently, at this moment, the tender and moist charm of a Jiangnan woman was fully displayed. She lightly tapped the teacup with her fingertip and suddenly asked:

"Has Young Master Li ever heard of the saying 'interdependent luck'?"

Li Shengyuan's expression remained normal. He raised his cup, drank some tea, and then said indifferently:

"I'm listening."

"Some people are born to gather wealth, but they will absorb the financial luck of those around them."

Bai Yurou looked at Song Zhen meaningfully, "Little Fatty used to lose every gamble, but today he dominated. That's quite unusual."

Song Zhen was utterly confused: "What riddle are you two speaking? Could it be that I absorbed Li Dage's financial luck today?"

Li Shengyuan's face showed no emotion, he smiled and said: "Junior Brother Song is pure and sincere, he naturally has good fortune."

In his heart, he thought: Although what she said isn't entirely correct, even this woman has noticed something. Is Chancellor old man really at ease letting Song Zhen run around everywhere, truly not afraid of him being led astray?

Or perhaps...

Chancellor old man has already prepared a countermeasure, and this is a fishing expedition?!