91 A Goblet of Bad Blood (1/2)

Despite Dong Tianleng’s courteous efforts in declining her offer, Yun Zuiyue was brutally insistent. “Little Cold, if you don’t accept, you can forget about being siblings!”

Only then did Dong Tianleng give in.

“Servants, serve dishes and wine, the best we have.” Yun Zuiyue ordered. “I shall drink with both my little brothers today.”

The entire Cirrus House was taken aback when the words came out; the eyes of the people standing around bulged in surprise.

Since when did Yun Zuiyue drink? And with her guests at that? It was an unprecedented event. Of course, whispers began to come about.

“I’m drunk, aren’t I? Did I hear that Yun Zuiyue is drinking with someone? Who has such a high honor?”

“Right, right. This is indeed an honor. I have spent several hundred thousand taels in Cirrus House and Yun Zuiyue has never come over to sit with me. Who is it inside?”

“I’m envious!”

“Sigh, we can only blame our lack of status…”

…

Dong Tianleng felt buzzed with lightheadedness; he could literally ride the cloud nine that he was on.

What an honor he had been given!

A gentleman would die for the patron recognizing his worth – this was exactly what Dong Tianleng felt at the treatment he was given. For a brief moment, he was moved to tears.

The dishes and wine were served.

Yun Zuiyue smiled gently and spoke with a velvety voice. Three of them sat in a triangle with Yun Zuiyue at the host’s seat to serve her two brothers.

Dong Tianleng was naturally arranged to be seated at the main guest’s seat.

“I need to thank Young Master Yun.” Yun Zuiyue held her goblet up high. “I gain another younger brother today…” She smiled, her eyes reddened. “I have been an orphan since I was young, I don’t have any siblings. Suddenly, I find myself with another brother today… I am deeply moved. Let me propose a toast to Young Master Yun.”

Yun Yang laughed. “Sister Yue, no worries about that at all. I shall empty this goblet then.”

He raised his goblet and gulped the liquid down.

Dong Tianleng felt his heart jerked in sympathy as he sighed and said, “I never knew Sister Yue’s background was so sad. From now onwards, I shall be your birth brother!”

“You have to be obedient if you wish to be my younger brother.” Yun Zuiyue said in a gentle manner, “Drink less wine and take good care. Don’t make a ruckus and worry Sister Yue.”

Dong Tianleng nodded urgently. “Don’t worry, Sister Yue! I shall be very good.”

As Yun Yang listened, he took another sip of wine.

You’re very good… Hmm, very good. Let me drink another goblet of wine then…

Three of them continued to imbibe with growing delight.

Dong Tianleng grew more contented as well, his heart joyous when he saw Yun Yang drinking to stave off unhappiness.

His boss had introduced him to Sister Yue and now Sister Yue’s attitude towards both of them was significantly different.

She called him Little Cold but she still called the boss Young Master Yun.

This difference in closeness was apparent.

I can’t help but feel a tinge of satisfaction when I see my lord being upset.

At this time, a maid came in and called softly for Sister Yue.

“What is it?” Yun Zuiyue asked.

“It’s Shui Yuehan from the crown prince’s residence. Sir Shui…” The maid bit her lips and said timidly, “He has heard that Sister Yue actually has the interest to drink today and wanted to invite Sister Yue over for a toast…”

Yun Zuiyue was surprised, looking at the goblet in her hand in a dazed manner and said, “Say that my alcohol tolerance is low. I won’t be going over.”

“Alright.” The maid then left.

A frown had already made its way onto Dong Tianleng’s forehead.

This Shui fellow…

However, he maintained his gentlemanly demeanor while looking at Yun Zuiyue and thought that it would not be good if he went over to find fault if they had only sent a messenger over once. I’m drinking happily with Sister Yue, how dare they come to disturb?

A while later, the maid entered again. “Sister Yue…”

“What is it this time?” Yun Zuiyue’s frown was deepened.

“Er… Fu Guansan from Plethora Gem Tower, Sir Fu… heard that Sister Yue started drinking today and… wants to…” The maid looked troubled. “Wants to… ask Sister Yue over for a drink…”

Yun Zuiyue sighed again and said in a low voice, “Say I’m not feeling well, I won’t be going over. These are my younger brothers here, I’m accompanying my family to drink. Please help me explain this to them.”

“Yes.” The maid went out again.

Dong Tianleng’s expression grew darker.