A few days after Wu Qi became New Yu's Chief Honorable Elder, the emperor finally threw a welcome feast for him. It was also Wu Qi's first close encounter with him.
In the lavishly furnished great hall, the emperor sat on his throne atop a nine-storied jade dais with a smile on his face, holding high his golden wine vessel and toasting to the courtiers, oracles, and honorable elders. The hall was thundering with cheers as everyone enjoyed to their heart's content. Jars of fine wine were brought out while roasted whole cows and lambs, and other delicious food were served endlessly.
A group of musicians was playing joyous tunes in a corner. Every man in the hall, including Wu Qi, was served by a few voluptuous and beautiful girls. At the moment, he was surrounded by eight seductively dressed girls, and two of them almost threw themselves into his arms.
