Chapter 266: Coercion and Bribery

The north wind howled, and as Feng Yun's carriage passed through the corridor bridge on the way to Cuiyu, the roof of the carriage flapped loudly, yet at this moment, inside the Cuiyu palace, it was as warm as spring.

Li Sangruo loved luxury, and wherever she went, she paid great attention to her clothing, food, shelter, and transportation, ensuring all were exquisite. To entertain Wen Xingsu, she was even more extravagant.

All the envoys seated were part of the Li Family faction, and on Li Sangruo's suggestion, they vied with each other to utter words of excessive praise.

Fine wines and delicacies were on the table, along with beautiful women singing and dancing, completely free from the tension of the impending battle.

After three rounds of drinks and halfway through the meal, the men took turns toasting, then urged Wen Xingsu to attend the mathematics competition between Jin and Qi the following day.