Pingyang Fu of the Red Chamber

Chapter 629 Everything is negotiable
Inside Yanchun Tower,

Zhang Jinyu sat in a high position and relaxed her body. She looked at Princess Yueru in front of her. Although she was as beautiful as a fairy, she was unfortunately too thoughtful and knowledgeable. She was just like those talented female executives in later generations, who were too high up for ordinary people to grasp. live.

Thinking of this,
Zhang Jinyu felt that the person opposite would not want to help him just based on his face, so he swiped his face to this prince. Although it was not impossible, the time had not come yet, and he did not dare to take it. Damn it. , this matter is done,

"Master Marquis, do you think what I just said is correct?"

Princess Yueru, Zhou Xiangxue, asked with a smile on her face. The maids and maids were still serving wine and food. They set a full table and took a look. Not to mention the delicacies of mountains and seas, they were like nothing they had ever seen before. There is indeed a feeling of hunger,

Zhang Jinyu touched her chin and asked, "What is right or wrong? As long as there are conditions, anything can be negotiated."

"Your Highness, it's not whether I am willing to help His Highness, but His Highness thinks that among the ministers in the court, how many of them dare to let His Highness come back? If I remember correctly, when I drove His Highness out of the capital, it was the civil servants who reported it , Oh, by the way, Mr. Li, the Chief Assistant, presented it to His Majesty personally. As for the nobles, they can just clear the snow in front of their own doors. "

Zhang Jinyu's implication is that it is not easy to return to the capital. I don't know how the nobles will react. The civil servants will definitely not allow it. If you want to come back, won't others also have to come back? By the way, who else is coming? Princess Cheng seems to have this idea too.

Princess Yueru's face was startled, there was something going on, but after all the changes, Li Dang has disappeared. Could it be that Marquis Luo Yun didn't want to get involved in this matter? This guy is very difficult to deal with.

"The Marquis is worried about this and that, and he doesn't want to help me."

"Does the Marquis know who these two girls are?"

After a piece of music was played, the two girls stood side by side. Looking closely, they found that their appearance was almost the same as that of the girl playing the piano. Looking towards the eldest princess, Zhang Jinyu secretly underestimated her, she was amazing.

"Liu Yue, play the piano,"

Zhang Jinyu was frank and honest, talking nonsense without blushing or out of breath. How could Rong Guo be so honest?

I saw two women surrounding each other, wearing long red dresses, their figures were amazing.

She was stunned for a moment, staring straight at the eldest princess's plumpness, which made Zhou Xiangxue shy, feeling burning in her chest, and a little angry. She really was a lustful person, so she turned to Wei Shuyun and nodded,

These words are cryptic,
Zhou Xiangxue looked a little sulky, and a blush flashed across her charming face.

"Marquis Luo Yun knows a lot of things, and I don't know who told the marquis about it. Yongcheng does want to return to the capital just like me. Of course, as we all know, there is no way for her sister to be at odds with her. What does the Marquis want?"

The long sleeves of the two arms are folded, the wrists are twisted slightly, the calves are shaking lightly, and the steps are light, as if they are floating on the rippling lake. The key is that the range of movement is within five steps. What kind of dance is this.

Zhang Jinyu couldn't take his eyes off what he was looking at. Good guy, he used all the beauty traps. He never thought that the court dance would be so beautiful. The group of maids brought by Yang Hanyu from the Marquis Mansion had agreed on what kind of dance they would practice, but there is no news yet.

As soon as this word comes out,
To the surprise of the people in the room, Zhou Xiangxue stared at Marquis Luo Yun in disbelief, not knowing whether he was telling the truth or playing hard to get.

whispered;
"Your Highness should understand that this matter is of great importance and I do not want to get involved. In addition, I seem to have heard that Princess Yongcheng has always wanted to return to the capital.
It's a pity that after such a long time, I still have no excuse. I remember that Princess Yongcheng's Mansion in Beicheng had people cleaning and guarding it in the early years. Your Highness, you think so or not. "

"Your Highness is indeed clever and clever. She deserves to be called a talented woman. Although I am lustful, I still do my duty. I must understand that your Highness is a person who has no merit and no salary. I dare not get involved. Your Highness, you can make conditions."

As a faint sound of piano sounded, two graceful figures strolled in from behind the screen. Their tall figures were wearing embroidered dresses and jeweled hair accessories. They looked like fairies coming to the world.

"Huh? I don't know, but I would like to hear the details."

Yingyingyu held the wine flask in her hand, poured a cup of wine for Marquis Luo Yun, and pushed it over.

Zhang Jinyu looked at the crystal clear wine and knew it was fine sake. Unfortunately, she didn't like these drinks very much. She still liked drinking tea and sat forward.

"Yes, Your Highness."

Look at the two women next to her. They are both hers. She doesn’t dare to ask for them.

Zhang Jinyu looked at the person in front of her. Although she is a princess, it is a pity that the benefits that can be given to her are not much. She is not short of money. The food and supplies in the customs have been settled in Jiangnan. The people have been immigrated, and the Ministry of Internal Affairs has followed up. It's like going crazy, transporting people outside the customs, maintaining relations between the DPRK and China, and maintaining a relationship with a princess. If His Majesty doesn't say anything, the Supreme Emperor will definitely ask about it. After thinking about it, there is nothing I want.

After saying that, Zhang Jinyu smiled brightly. Everything had been arranged long ago. Your princess mansion is located in the northeast of the capital, next to Qinghu Lake. It is considered a good mansion.

How could Zhang Jinyu know who they were? Although she was blind, she had an impression whenever she saw them. It seemed like she had never seen them before. Could it be that they were relatives of His Highness.

"Marquis Luo Yun is too modest. The two of them are the candidates for the oiran of Yanchun Tower. Li Xiangjun and Chen Yuanyuan danced the court dance given by me. One of the dances, Horse Treading on the Flying Swallow, is widely rumored to be famous. She is one of the eight most famous prostitutes in the world, and she is still a virgin, so the Marquis is not interested? "

The eldest princess smiled and introduced the two people's origins in detail. She wanted to see how Luo Yunhou would react. She didn't believe that any man would not be tempted.

When Zhang Jinyu heard the names of the two girls in front of him, they were a little familiar. Li Xiangjun and Chen Yuanyuan, and that Chen Yuanyuan, why did they sound familiar to them? They seemed not very good, and felt something in her heart. Chen Yuanyuan, who was standing there, raised her head and looked over curiously. , their eyes met, and Zhang Jinyu was excited at the sight, "Tsk, tsk, let's leave it to Your Highness himself, it's important to be practical. If you don't agree, I don't know what the princess will do."

"Your Highness, you have misunderstood me. I am a gentleman, not a womanizer. Your Highness wants me to agree. It's not impossible. I can give you something beneficial."

You also know that when I was a garrison general outside the pass, I couldn't even get a suit of armor together. The brothers who were guarding the city were the same. They didn't have enough to eat or wear, and their money was worth two flowers. That's called poverty. "

As Zhang Jinyu said this, he covered his eyes and wiped the corners of his eyes without knowing whether it was true or not. There was a sad look on his face, which made the people around him look a little stunned.

Wei Shuyun couldn't help but wanted to speak, but was stopped by the eldest princess's eyes. Since she didn't want a woman, she just wanted money. If she didn't have enough to eat, she would give her more food. She had an idea in her mind and smiled and said,
"Marquis Luo Yun is indeed a man of good temper. In this case, I am not stingy. Yanchun Tower belongs to me. I will give the Marquis 200,000 taels of silver a year, plus 300,000 shi of grain to send outside the customs. How about it?" "

"Uh,"

Zhang Jinyu put down his sleeves and looked at His Highness seriously. He was so arrogant and asked for 200,000 taels of silver. The annual income of Rongguo Mansion may not be that much, and there are also 300,000 shi of grain. Now due to climate reasons, the grain It’s becoming more and more precious, but I still have to give face to the eldest princess, so I replied,

"Thank you for the gift, your highness. I have accepted it. As long as your majesty asks about returning to the capital, I will definitely satisfy the princess. However, the conditions for your highness's agreement are..."

"Don't worry, Lord Marquis, Shuyun, bring it over,"; "It's Your Highness,"

Wei Shuyun reluctantly took out a wooden box from her arms and handed it over. After the eldest princess took it, she opened the wooden box. There were two neatly placed silver notes of 100,000 taels from Sihai Bank, and then handed it over. To Luo Yunhou,
"The money will be given first. As for the food, it will be transported to Pingyao City by the Marquis before the end of the month. The Marquis will just explain it."

Zhang Jinyu reached out and took the wooden box, which was still warm. A scent of orchids entered her nose. She raised her eyes and glanced at Wei Shuyun. No wonder it was so big. It turned out that there was something hidden inside, and the smell was quite good.

But at this glance, Wei Shuyun blushed and was secretly angry.

"Okay, since it is His Highness who promised, I trust Your Highness,"

He closed the wooden box and put it in his arms. He looked at the table full of dishes and smiled happily.
"Your Highness, can you eat it?"

"please."

Yanchun Tower,
downstairs,

Xue Pan and his group hurriedly hurriedly arrived at the gatehouse and got off the carriage. Xue Pan shook his body, holding his robe in his hand, and finally squeezed out of the carriage. After all, he had eaten well and slept well during these days in Beijing. Well done, I have gained some weight.
Got off the carriage,

The younger members of the Jia family also gathered around, looking at the attic in front of them with envy. Not to mention its height, the lights were brilliant, and there were more than one madam greeting her at the gate. Most of them were all dressed up in colorful clothes, and their charm was still there. How could they see these people? Pass.

"Xue, Brother Xue, this is the Yanchun Tower. It's so beautiful."

Jia Fang swallowed her saliva and said na na.

Jia Qiang was also dumbfounded when she saw what a Yanchun Tower. Xue Pan looked at the woman at the door, and her figure caught his eye. He looked at the people following him, raised his face, and said hello;
"What are you doing standing there? Go, go in, take a look, open your eyes."

"Yes, Brother Xue, please go first."

Jia Qing immediately moved out of the way, and then let Xue Pan go first. After all, he had no money and was timid. The others silently gave way as if they had discussed it.

Xue Pan didn't take it seriously, feeling proud and high-spirited. The children of the big families in the capital knew the rules. Wherever people like those in Jinling in the south of the Yangtze River were fighting for each other, they didn't give up any face.

"Okay, let's go together, let's go together,"

Be polite,
Xue Pan lifted his trousers with his hands, straightened his purple robe, and led the people inside. Surrounded by a group of people, he looked so majestic.
Mother Madam Chun, who was greeting her in front of Yanchun Tower, could be seen from afar. She looked very unfamiliar, and the people in the circle were dressed decently. The leader looked like he was a child of a wealthy family. He twisted his waist and said hello. The two girls followed and greeted him.

"Oh, whose young master is this? He's very handsome. I'm sorry for the poor hospitality of Mother Chun in Yanchun Tower."

A gust of fragrance came over, and the woman's scent made everyone intoxicated. Xue Pan took a deep breath. It was indeed the famous Chunlou in the capital. The fragrance he wore was made of a unique formula, which was refreshing and pleasant with a long aftertaste.

Xue Pan just grinned. Jia Qiang understood and introduced from the side,

"Mother Chun, it doesn't matter if you are new to me. Just remember today that you are surrounded by the in-laws of the Jia family of Rongguo Mansion, and even the head of the Wang family of Jingying. You must entertain Mr. Xue with all your heart."

When Mother Chun heard this, her expression became even more enthusiastic. Everyone in the Jia family of Rongguo Mansion knew who in the capital. Speaking of the Jia family, it was rumored that the two kingdoms were declining in the west, Guizhou in the east, but Rongguo Mansion was prospering, and this young master was Rongguo. The in-laws of the government must have a good background. Thinking about it this way, her face is like a spring breeze, with a blush of shame imprinted on her face.
"Oh, I have poor eyesight. I just said that this young master is so kind. It turns out he is the young master of the Xue family. Myolie, come here quickly and serve the young master into the house."

Behind him, a pretty woman with a springy face walked over with small steps.
"Mr. Xue, why not let the little girl serve you tonight, and you can have a good night."

Xue Pan was like a veteran of flowers, holding a golden fan in one hand and shaking it, and hugged Miss Xing'er with the other hand, touching Miss Xing'er's waist and hips with her hands, making Xing'er blush. Face Jiao gasped.

The person couldn't help but leaned over and fell into Mr. Xue's arms. His hair was scattered on Mr. Xue's shoulders, making the children of the Jia family around him swallow their saliva and stare at the woman with envious eyes.

When Chun's mother saw him, she smiled knowingly. Although Mr. Xue was young, he was an old man. Not to mention his skill in touching women's hands, it was rare to make Xing'er blush.

"Well, that's right. Miss Xing'er has a soft body and I like it. Mother Chun, let's set up two tables in the hall and serve good wine and food. I heard that your Yanchun Tower dance is the most famous. Can you come out and dance? "

When Mother Chun heard that she wanted to order dancers to entertain her, she immediately beamed with joy. She had met a noble person. Although Yanchun Tower was the number one brothel in the capital, there were not many people who could afford to watch the dances from all over the country.
"My Lord, as you said, we have everything here. As long as you have enough money, we can dance whatever dance you want to see."

After saying that, he took out a handkerchief from somewhere, covered his mouth and laughed.

When Xue Pan heard this, he immediately became interested and then asked,

"In that case, I heard that there are two candidates for the oiran in Yan Chun Tower. What are their names? I heard that they perform some lost court dance, Horse Treading on Flying Swallows. Please let them come out and dance for a while, so that I can see it."

As soon as this word comes out,
The surrounding patrons, as well as many people looking for fun, stopped to see who was so loud that he asked the eight famous courtesans who were candidates to come forward.

Mother Chun's face froze. She didn't know whether the young master in front of her was really joking or just saying it unintentionally. These two courtesans were carefully trained and used by the master. Now they should be accompanying the master upstairs. Besides, not everyone is there. The young master of the Xue family who could see the two of them was not that considerate.

"Young master, you are joking. The two aunts you mentioned are not ordinary people. Their poetry talents need to be tested and passed. The amount of money required to get started is just a few dollars, so it takes a lot of effort."

According to the rules of Yanchun Tower, if you want to serve tea when you meet each other, you need ten thousand taels of silver, or a masterpiece with a name passed down from generation to generation, before you can serve tea inside.

How can ordinary people tolerate it? As for high-ranking officials and dignitaries, this is not the case. It is not a good thing to spend unjust money for nothing, and leaving behind evidence is not a good thing. Therefore, there are only eight famous prostitutes. So far, I have not had the chance to see them. I can only see them during festive seasons. When the time comes, it has become a tacit understanding among the four major brothels to come out and show off.

How could Xue Pan endure such anger?

"Why, I'm afraid that I have no money!"

(End of this chapter)