Chapter 141: Fei Ji
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Chang’an City, Qiushan District.
This was a well-known commoner district in Chang’an, for it was home to the illustrious Fei family—renowned for producing “three dukes in four generations,” with disciples and former subordinates spread across the empire.
On any given day, the Fei residence bustled with visitors—high-ranking officials, scholars, and even military generals.
The reason was simple: the Fei family’s prestige was unparalleled. Unlike other powerful clans that dominated regions, the Fei family had maintained an unbroken presence in the imperial court through multiple dynasties, their cultural heritage far surpassing ordinary noble houses.
As a result, the noble families of the Great Yu Empire considered it an honor to marry a Fei daughter. Such a union elevated their status, allowing their descendants to hold their heads higher in official circles.
In a realm where aristocratic influence ran deep, bloodlines mattered immensely. Those from humble backgrounds who rose to become officials or generals often harbored deep insecurities among the nobility. But a marriage alliance with the Fei family could transform a “country bumpkin” into a “phoenix.”
Today was a rare day of rest for Fei Ji, the current head of the Fei family.
The Great Yu Empire mandated that officials could take one day off per month, known as xiumu (休沐). On such days, officials could travel, visit friends, or simply relax.
But for Fei Ji, these “rest days” were busier than court sessions. By mid-morning, a steady stream of officials arrived with gifts, eager to chat about the latest happenings in the capital.
“Chief Secretary Fei, have you heard of the newspaper causing a stir in Chang’an these past two days?” The visitor was none other than General Luo Quan.
Fei Ji feigned surprise. “Newspaper? What is that? I haven’t heard of it.”