Pingyang Fu of the Red Chamber

Chapter 583 Shopkeeper Yu’s business
As the words fell,

Just from inside the screen in the back hall,

A young man walked out slowly. He was dressed in gray Confucian clothes and a wide hat. He was holding a folding fan in his hand. He had a fair complexion and a good height. Not to mention his rich clothes, he left with two guards behind him. come out.

Feng Yongwen looked embarrassed. Mr. Hou was too direct. Just as he was about to speak, Zhang Jinyu spoke first and asked,

"Who is here? Can you speak here?"

at this time,

The young master who walked out was Song Qingyun, the second shopkeeper of the Red Mansion. Looking at the aloof person in front of him, he felt a little unsure. Although he didn't know him, he was wearing a warrior uniform made of fine Shu brocade and had an arrogant temperament. The people following behind him were all the same. It is rare for a capable bodyguard to carry a weapon. If he is not a member of the martial arts world, he must be an official. Who could he be?

"Going back to your lord, I am Song Qingyun, the second shopkeeper of the Red Mansion. He can indeed speak his mind. Today, I am the one who is in charge of the Red Mansion, helping matchmakers with destined people. What are your orders, sir?"

The right reply made Zhang Jinyu couldn't help but take another look, and his attitude changed drastically. It seemed that he was an old man. He had too many things to do, and he didn't want to waste any more time testing, so he asked,
"I have a relative who came here to secure a match before. It was a woman named Yu Lan, but something went wrong. So, okay, I want to find a matchmaker to discuss it in detail. Do you think so."

Since there is reason and evidence, he cannot lose his face and tell the matter. Feng Yongwen next to him looked anxious.
"Second shopkeeper, please be more accommodating. It's just some family matters."

"Yes, but words are like swords. Your son said that I came from the countryside, which is true, but I am not happy with him. I will use your face to apologize to me. That will end the matter. You Let’s see how it goes.”

Feng Yongwen looked a little anxious. The person opposite might not recognize him, but how could he not know that Mr. Yang, the minister of Guanglu Temple, and his son Yang Mingan came over and pulled the Marquis's sleeves, and whispered,
"Master Hou, this person is Master Yang, the minister of Guanglu Temple, and his eldest son Yang Ming'an. I think they are also seeking marriage."

The soldiers behind him couldn't help but surrounded him. The young man in Confucian uniform was so frightened that he leaned close to the man. Master Yang looked over with a gloomy face and asked,

Zhang Jinyu was not angry. People outside the pass, in the eyes of people inside the pass, were not people from the countryside. He was right, but if there were rules, then they had to follow their own rules.

Seemingly threatening, Zhang Jinyu slapped the table with her hand, as a reminder, the slap seemed to be too hard. The front desk shook, and the board on the side was photographed, which just happened to startle a few people nearby. The pen and ink I was writing on suddenly fell out and spread all over my body.
The originally elegant Confucian clothes were turned into fancy prints and dyes, and then a middle-aged man's face was full of anger. A young gentleman following him saw that the letters on the desk were in a mess, and he was obviously unusable. Don't hold back from swearing.
"Where did this country boy come from? He doesn't know the rules and is running wild here."

"Oh, you see, it's all my fault that this is happening. The table is not very strong, which disturbs everyone's interest. So, if you come here today, please bear with me, and all your expenses will be waived. Young people will not Be sensible, speak rudely, and take a step back."

The people who were about to go upstairs stopped. Zhang Jinyu turned around and looked at the guy who was talking arrogantly. Well, he was indeed handsome, but it was not a reason to be arrogant. Ning Bian yelled back behind him,
"court death,"

Talking like this makes Shopkeeper Song a little bit difficult to deal with. Shopkeeper Yu seems to have gone to someone's house today, unfortunately. It seems that the person who came has something serious, so he can only comfort him.
"Okay, in that case, you two nobles will go upstairs to rest for a while. The younger one will send someone to notify the big shopkeeper to come back. Your nobles, please take a look."

"Who is your Excellency? You are still so arrogant in the capital. Although Quanzi made a mistake, what this young master just did is not enough."

Minister of Guanglu Temple, aren't you from the Ministry of Rites? If that kid needs to be punished, you have to give him a warning and let him know his memory.

Song Qingyun looked at the two of them. It didn't look like they were telling lies. As the saying goes, when you open a business, there is no reason to chase people away. It's just that the big shopkeeper is not here, but if it's a small matter, he can still make the decision. He still needs to inquire carefully. ,
"Two noble lords, what a coincidence. Shopkeeper Yu is not in the Red Mansion today. If you can, could you tell me so that I can help solve the problem? It would be nice for you."

"Okay, that's it, hurry up, it's been too long, it won't be easy to say!"

Looking at the man in a gorgeous purple robe, he has a noble face and an extraordinary bearing, but I have never seen him before.

Zhang Jinyu avoided embarrassment. As the saying goes, one thing is worse than one thing less. To untie the bell, the person who tied the bell must be tied. How can we talk without seeing the rightful owner?

The last sentence was obviously asked to Zhang Jinyu,
Zhang Jinyu stared at the second shopkeeper for a few times, then looked at Feng Yongwen, signaling him to think of a solution. Feng Yongwen still didn't understand, but how could he let outsiders know about this? His eyes came back, and Zhang Jinyu was speechless. He shook his head patiently,

The second shopkeeper Song Qingyun hurriedly came out to smooth things over.

But Yang Shaoshi didn't recognize Marquis Luo Yun. It was just after the New Year, and Xiao Jiuqing and other ministries were asking about all the chores inside and outside the palace. Emperor Wu allowed them not to go to court and directly submit their matters to the emperor. The Heart Palace was approved directly by Emperor Wu, so these people did not go to court several times, so they never met.
"This young master is so aggressive. It's obviously your fault. He insists on asking Quanzi to apologize. I can't agree. Isn't it wrong to say that you have no rules? I think Ming'er is right. You must be from the countryside. Uneducated."

As soon as this word comes out,
Master Yang, the minister of Guanglu Temple, suddenly turned ugly. Today he brought his dog Yang Ming'an to the Red Mansion for a blind date and asked him to choose a woman. He just fell in love with a portrait of a woman named Meng Yueyun. He also wanted to write a letter to verify it and find out which company it was from. If the girl is suitable, I will decide on it. Unexpectedly, just after I finished writing, I will be disturbed by the people in front of me. Looking at the group of people in front of me, they are arrogant and domineering. They must be the nobles of the capital and lawless.

"Shopkeeper Song is a businessman. In this way, I'll give you face, admit your mistake, and teach him a lesson. That's it. If it works, then you're welcome. If it doesn't work, you're welcome."

Zhang Jinyu glanced at the people around her with a half-smile, and nodded.

"Shopkeeper Song, this matter is a bit difficult to handle. It's hard to tell the inside story. You'd better inform Shopkeeper Yu to come over. It's better to know less about some hidden things."

"In this case, your son will only suffer. Come on, give him a few whips to remember."

"Yes,"

Ning Bian responded, and rushed over with his men, directly going to catch Yang Ming'an. The latter was so frightened that he kept running away, and Master Yang angrily blocked him in all directions.
"I am Young Master Yang, the minister of Guanglu Temple. You guys have no royal eyes and are committing crimes here. Do you dare to tell me who you are?"

Zhang Jinyu didn't reply. After waiting for a moment, Yang Mingan was grabbed and pinned to the ground. Several soldiers blocked Master Yang from rushing over.

At this time, the commotion was quite loud. Many windows on the second floor were opened, and many people on the first floor also came out and gathered around to watch.

"Father, save me quickly."

Mr. Yang was pushed to the ground and cried loudly in fear. Master Yang's face turned red in panic. Just when Ning Bian raised his whip and was about to bring it down, a crisp and clear sound came from outside the door,

"Slow down!" I saw a woman wearing a bright red skirt and coat, with rouge on her oval face, cinnabar on her eyebrows, and a gold hairpin on her head. Following the steps of the enchanting woman, emerald beads also followed. Swinging up, and accompanied by a close-fitting maid, also dressed in red, walked in,

The second shopkeeper hurriedly came over and saluted.
"I've met Shopkeeper Yu."

Before Song Qingyun could speak again, Yu Lan came over, bowed, bowed to Zhang Jinyu, and advised,

"Oh, the Marquis is in such a hurry to find the little girl. What do you want to ask about? Before anyone comes, the little girl's business has been taken over by the Marquis. Isn't this bullying? If the news spreads, what is the Marquis's face?"

Seeing what the beautiful woman in front of him said, Zhang Jinyu waved her hand,

"Come back first, finally there is someone with eyes."

Ning Bian retracted his hand and stopped there. Zhang Jinyu laughed and said,
"Now that you have recognized me, I still have to give you face. It is also for you and her. Let's drop this matter."

Hearing the words of the Marquis, Yu Lan's pupils shrank, and she looked at Luo Yunhou's eyes a little solemnly. She couldn't be referring to the master, right? She looked at the people around, not where the conversation was, and hurriedly walked over and helped him up. Yang Mingan gave another salute to Master Yang,
"Mr. Yang, the young lady did not entertain you well today and caused a misunderstanding. The young master was just frightened. As the second shopkeeper said, everyone takes a step back. What do you think?"

At this time, Young Master Yang had obviously come to his senses, and he vaguely guessed who the Marquis in front of him was. The only one who was granted the title of Marquis at such a young age was Marquis Luo Yun. How could His Majesty's confidant offend him? He glanced at his son fiercely, He hates iron but can't make it into steel. His ability to cause trouble is first-class. He doesn't even bother to take care of it. He goes out and bows his hands.
"I have met the Marquis. Thank you very much for your mercy. Quanzi made a mistake. Please be patient with him."

Seeing that Master Yang was so knowledgeable, Zhang Jinyu was not an arrogant and domineering person. He seemed to recognize him and shook his head.

"Master Yang, you don't have to be polite, I don't take it to heart,"

"Thank you, Lord Marquis."

Then after Master Yang saluted, he returned to Yang Ming'an, glared with an ugly expression, and walked out of the front hall. Yang Ming'an hurriedly followed him.

"Master Marquis, please come upstairs."

Shopkeeper Yu Lan winked at Song Qingyun, who nodded vaguely, and then immediately asked his servants to clean the front hall. Seeing that there was no excitement, people around him withdrew one after another.

Zhang Jinyu followed Shopkeeper Yu up to the second floor attic.

Upstairs, the corners are covered with carvings, and charming light shines through the mahogany carved window lattice. In the middle of the attic hangs a picture of orchids, bamboos and chrysanthemums, which is elegant yet solemn. On winter nights, the attic was covered with thick curtains, and lights were burning inside. The shadows of the lights swayed, and the warmth lingered. The woman like smoke lies on the bed, smells the fragrance and sighs, leisurely and contented.

But Yu Lan led a group of people to the innermost pavilion. There was a Shu brocade couplet hanging on the corner of the stairs, with black characters on a yellow background, which cleverly matched the atmosphere of the pavilion. The white marble plaque in front of the eaves reads "Hua Xiang Pavilion", which makes no secret of the owner's pursuit of courtesans.

Good guy, it has completely transformed the world. It is considered a high-end private room. It is also equipped with some dancers and women accompanying the wine. It is a place where you can show off your skills instead of selling your body. It is comparable to the place of fireworks in a brothel. Well, why do you think of a good place when you think of it? Those kiln ladies are becoming more and more depraved.

Zhang Jinyu admired silently, then entered the Nuan Pavilion and sat in the center of the room.

"Shopkeeper Yu is so generous. It's hard to find a place like this in the capital. If I hadn't known that Red Mansion is a big matchmaker, I would have thought I was in the Gold Sales Cave."

Although it was a joke, there was also a hint. Shopkeeper Yu laughed along with him, twisted his waist, then came over and said with a smile,
"Oh, Lord Marquis, I see what you are saying. There are so many young girls in the capital who are keeping matchmakers. They are just eating this bowl of food. How can they change their profession at will? Besides, there are three major brothels in the capital. Which one is not the most popular one? Women are weak, how dare they compete with them? If one of them fails, their wealth and life will be lost."

Yu Lan looked aggrieved, then touched her big breasts and pretended to be scared. For those who didn't know, she thought she was really a weak woman.

"Big shopkeeper, the tea is here,"

There was a knock on the door,
Yu Lan leaned down, then walked to the door, opened it, took the tea from the maid's hand, then winked at the little girl, then closed the door and came in.

He walked up to Zhang Jinyu and poured two bowls of tea.

"Come, Lord Marquis, Sir Feng, have a sip of tea and have a rest. As the saying goes, if you have nothing to do, go to the Three Treasures Palace. This time, I won't come here because the Marquis has his eyes on any girl and wants to find a little girl to be a matchmaker."

After saying that, he covered his mouth and laughed,
Looking at it, Zhang Jinyu touched his hand and smiled,
"Haha, Shopkeeper Yu is prospering in the capital. He is indeed a man of all things. Then do you know what the purpose of my visit is?"

Feng Yongwen sat beside him, clearly anxious in his heart, but he remained calm as he sat there with him, looking at Shopkeeper Yu in front of him, and still didn't understand why the eldest princess's waistband was on her body.

Yu Lan poured tea for the two of them again, then sat with them on the side, glanced at Mr. Feng beside him, and smiled,
"The Marquis is going to torture the little girl. If the little girl's guess is correct, it is about the marriage between Mr. Feng's beloved daughter Feng Taiying and Jia Rong of the Ningguo Mansion."

"Haha, I like to deal with smart people. Don't say anything, things are done properly. How can this Jia Rong be worthy of Mr. Feng's beloved daughter? I think something is wrong. I heard that it is you The matchmaker who gave me the guarantee made an oral agreement and let this matter go!"

Zhang Jinyu picked up the tea bowl and laughed, then laughed loudly and looked at the woman in front of her. Why was there no waist badge on her slim waist?

Yu Lan took a handkerchief, wiped her hands, and replied,

"Oh, Lord Marquis is joking. The direct descendant of Ning Guofu, the head of the Jia family, how can he not be worthy of Lord Feng's daughter? If he is not worthy, there are not many men in the capital who can be."

Although it was meant to be a joke, Yu Lan obviously had no intention of regretting the marriage, which made Zhang Jinyu and Feng Yongwen look up in surprise. Obviously, there might be something hidden behind this. Could it be a trap set up by the eldest princess? She had a waist badge that day, but not today. As long as Feng Yongwen didn't lie to himself, it means that on that day, this woman should have met the person sent by the eldest princess. The matter she explained was Jia Rong's marriage. Who could be involved?
With an expression on his face, he put down his tea bowl,

"If I say I'm not worthy, I'm not worthy. Ningguo Mansion is a bunch of stinky shrimps and rotten fish. Anyone who helps him is an enemy of me. Do you understand!"

(End of this chapter)