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"Chu Xiuyi thought Gao Shiqi was joking. She let out a soft murmur and said, "My lord is really fond of joking. Let's go to bed early.""

"Gao Shiqi was half - lying on the bed, allowing Chu Xiuyi to untie his belt. Although his tone was slurred with drunkenness, his eyes were clear. "Who's joking with you? Wife, give me 100,000 taels of silver first. I'll ask you for more if it's not enough.""

"Chu Xiuyi's hand paused while untying the belt. She stared blankly at the man in front of her and stammered, "My lord must have drunk too much. You're talking nonsense. Who asks for the bride's dowry on the wedding night?""