"very good."

Shen Yichen nodded. It was nice to be with a beautiful woman and a fine wine, but there was one person who was an eyesore.

"I wonder, brother Yichen, have you ever heard of the Capital Gongxing Society?"

"Never heard of it."

Shen Yichen was a little confused as to why He Pingyan suddenly mentioned Gongxing Society.

You must know that we are still in the middle of the Ming Dynasty. Unlike in the later period, various parties and associations are engaged in party struggle. Basically, the hometown associations are still the main ones.

"Brother Yichen, it's normal that you haven't heard of it. Gongxing Society is a society formed by the children of our imperial minister Qi, which means unity and common prosperity."

"I am Bu Cai, and I happen to be the president of Gongxing Society."

Hearing these words, Shen Yichen instantly understood why these young masters with high status and background today were led by He Pingyan.

Even Sun Shaozong suppressed his inner dissatisfaction and chose to lower his head and drink this table of "harmony wine" with himself.

Shen Yichen originally thought that this He Pingyan probably had a stronger family background and overshadowed the others. He might be a relative of Wang Zhen.

Unexpectedly, the reason behind it was more complicated than I expected. A group of second-generation officials from the capital actually established an organization.

I really deserve to grow up under the emperor's feet. I have been exposed to all kinds of power struggles since I was a child, and I play more high-end games than the children of Minister Ying Tianxun Qi.

"I don't know Brother He's identity as president. I'm just ignorant."

Shen Yichen immediately handed over his hand and apologized. Although he didn't know what the Gongxing Society was, the other party had always given him face, so of course he had to reciprocate the favor.

"Brother Yichen, you really hurt me."

"The so-called president is just someone who is recommended by friends of the same age who look up to him. He cannot be regarded as a person."

He Pingyan behaved very humbly and did not use his status as president as a way to show off or be proud of.

After the words fell, He Pingyan raised his glass and said: "Brother Yichen, I felt like old friends at first sight when the roll call was announced that day. These friends present today, in addition to being witnesses, are more admirers. Recall Brother Chen’s talent.”

"Now that I'm drunk, I'm bold enough to offer you an invitation. Our entire Gongxing Society is looking forward to having great talents like Brother Yichen join us. I wonder if you can consider it?"

After saying that, He Pingyan drank the wine in his hand directly and made a gesture of respect.

Not only He Pingyan said this, but several other noble gentlemen at the round table also raised their glasses and said, "I have admired Brother Shen's talent for a long time, and I look forward to prospering together with Brother Shen."

"The Gongxing Society is united as one. Brother Shen will be one of our own after joining. We will definitely help each other."

Even Sun Shaozong, who had had a grudge before, said: "The previous conflicts and frictions are over. From now on, we are all our own people. I hope Brother Shen will not refuse."

Some of the persuasion offered by this group of people were complimentary, tempting, and some, like Sun Shaozong, had hidden threats.

To be honest, Shen Yichen never expected that today's "Hetou Wine" had nothing to do with peace talks. The real intention was to let him join this Gongxing Society.

As long as the imperial power was stable in all dynasties, they would try their best to suppress cliques among their ministers, and the Zhengtong Dynasty was no exception.

And with the further strengthening of centralization, the early and middle Ming Dynasty did a very good job of balancing the forces of all parties. Except for eunuchs like Wang Zhen, no "powerful officials" in the true sense could be found.

Even Wang Zhen, to be honest, is just the embodiment of imperial power.

Since it is not easy to form cliques in the imperial court, these young men under the imperial court have set up party and social organizations. It seems that they are ambitious and unintentional.

Shen Yichen does not object to the establishment of a power group in his heart, but the prerequisite is that it belongs to himself, and no one wants to make wedding clothes for others.

Based on this theory, it is obvious that people like He Pingyan are unlikely to help Shen Yichen create any Gongxing Society. They are destined to become little brothers after joining.

In fact, it’s okay to be a junior. As long as this organization has a future, I can climb up step by step in the future. If I have enough ability, I will be able to use it one day.

However, history and more than a year's personal experience have told Shen Yichen that the party societies born in the soil and environment of the Ming Dynasty are useless except for the rotten fish and shrimps that engage in party disputes in group meetings.

Not to mention that the foundation of the party club is still a group of second-generation officials and noble sons. Calling it a joke is not an exaggeration.

Is this an organization that is destined to collapse? Just jump in and play house by yourself?

So the answer is ready to come out. Shen Yichen would rather start from scratch than be held back by this group of people in the future.

"Brother He, I am not familiar with the capital's environment. Please allow me to think about it a little more."

Shen Yichen did not refuse directly. After all, he was on someone else's territory, so he had to save face and not talk too much.

Moreover, I am not afraid of offending a Sun Shaozong, but if I offend a second-generation capital official organization, I am afraid that the trouble will be a bit big. This group of people is not enough to accomplish anything, but it is more than enough to ruin it.

As soon as Shen Yichen said these words, the faces of several young masters present looked a little ugly. After all the words were said, there were still a few things to think about. Wasn't it equivalent to a polite rejection?

"Brother Yichen has concerns, and I understand it, but I feel a little sorry. Otherwise, with my talent, I will definitely have no one to compete with as the next president!"

He Pingyan did not show any dissatisfaction, but shook his head with a regretful expression on his face. It seemed that he really admired Shen Yichen and wanted to bring him into this like-minded Gongxing Club, even the position of president. No matter what.

"Congratulations to you for your kindness, brother. I am really frightened. This glass of wine will be considered as apology."

Shen Yichen didn't want to offend anyone, so he picked up the wine glass on the table and drank it all in one gulp to give the other person a step up.

But this thing about steps, you don't have to give them to the other party to get down.

Sun Shaozong was already suppressing his dissatisfaction. If He Pingyan hadn't forced him to reconcile, saying that he wanted to drag Shen Yichen into the Gongxing Society, would he have lowered his head?

Now that the other party doesn't want to give face, there is no need to hold back this breath anymore. Sun Shaozong directly smashed the wine glass in his hand to the ground and said viciously: "Shen Yichen, don't be shameless!"

The sudden change scared the brothel girls and musicians in the room and screamed. Liu'er, who was sitting next to Shen Yichen, subconsciously hugged his arm tightly and hid behind her, shivering.

The oiran Qin Liushuang was not as weak as she seemed. She only took a step back and could still keep her composure and watch the situation on the court.
Chapter completed!