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Chuxiang Pavilion stands quietly on South Street in the city, like a piece of pure land in the hustle and bustle, isolated from the world like a paradise.

On both sides of the road, tall trees, with intertwined branches and leaves, cast mottled light and shadows. The horticultural landscape is well-arranged, with neatly trimmed flowers, plants and shrubs, either in balls or in squares, which are regular yet flexible.

Going deeper, magnificent palaces and exquisite pavilions gradually emerge, half-hidden among green trees and flowers, as if telling of low-key luxury. The elegant music of stringed instruments lingers in the ears; the sound of reading aloud mixed with the breeze dissipates the frivolous atmosphere often found in brothels, and adds a touch of profound cultural charm.

Yi Huawei stood with his hands behind his back, looking relaxed. He turned to Yu Shu and smiled softly, "This house is so charming. Compared with the prime minister's residence, it seems to be more leisurely. Although I hold a high position, I have never been extravagant in entertainment. Building a new bathing pool is already a waste, but I didn't expect there would be such a beautiful place here."

"This place is indeed nice, but why did you bring me here?"

Yu Shu was by her side, wearing a green shirt that could not hide her graceful figure, and a white belt around her waist, which made her waist look even thinner than a hand. Her face was as white as jade, her eyebrows were as black as distant black, and her eyes were smart and deep. Under her high nose bridge, her lips were like cherries, without any makeup. Her black hair was tied into an exquisite bun, decorated with a simple jade hairpin, and a few strands of hair were hanging down, adding a bit of playfulness.

She had been pampered in the palace and was accustomed to luxury, but now, dressed as a woman in a brothel, she felt a little restrained. As she moved with lotus steps, her eyes wandered around shyly.

Yi Huawei smiled and said, "Don't be nervous, my dear brother. Although this is a brothel, it is not an ordinary place for prostitution."

Yu Shu raised her eyes slightly and asked in confusion: "Big... Lang, what's different here?"

Yi Huawei nodded with a smile, put his arm around Yu Shu's shoulders, and said slowly, "The women in Chuxiang Pavilion are mostly talented, and are good at playing the piano, chess, calligraphy, painting, singing, dancing, and poetry. The people who come and go are not vulgar, and there are many literati, scholars, and dignitaries. The women here sell their art instead of their bodies, and they earn fame and status with their talents."

Yu Shu was thoughtful. She twisted Yi Huawei's arm away, raised the corners of her mouth slightly, and said with a smile: "So that's how it is. Your Excellency is very knowledgeable. Yu Shu is grateful for your teaching."

"Ahem~,"

Yi Huawei coughed lightly, withdrew his hand, and smiled softly: "Are you jealous, brother? I have only heard about it from others, but I have never seen it myself. Today is my first time. With you here, ordinary mediocre women are not worth my attention!"

"Hmph, who is jealous of you? You just keep saying nonsense!" Yu Shu's pretty face turned red, and she glared at Yi Huawei, but the corners of her mouth rose more deeply.

"Let's go in and take a look!"

Yi Huawei smiled slightly and walked into the museum first.

The lights were on, and Chuxiang Pavilion had already started its evening business. Several maids were busy wiping the door, and the delicate carved wooden door looked even more quaint under their gentle wiping. Another maid carefully lit the candles one by one, and the dim candlelight swayed, dispelling the gradually thickening dusk.

Yi Huawei and Yu Shu appeared in front of Chuxiang Pavilion. Their attire was out of place in this luxurious place. Yi Huawei wore a cloth robe, plain in color and simple in style, with nothing on his waist, no accessories. Yu Shu was the same. Although she was handsome and had an extraordinary temperament, her simple clothes still exposed their identities as not ordinary wealthy guests. In Chuxiang Pavilion, where nobles and wealthy businessmen came and went, those people of status all wore gorgeous brocade robes. The fine silk shone under the lights, and they wore warm and beautiful jade around their waists, showing their nobility. When traveling, they would either ride in a carriage with carved beams and painted buildings, with people in front and behind, or bring several followers with them to show their momentum.

Yi Huawei looked calm, his steps steady, and his eyes calmly looked at the exterior of Chuxiang Pavilion. Yu Shu lowered her head slightly, feeling a little uncomfortable. Her outstanding face looked even whiter under the light, and her eyes were clear but a little embarrassed. The two of them looked like this, which naturally attracted the attention of the maids.

An older-looking maid, with charming eyes, spoke first, her voice a little coquettish and teasing: "Young man, are you lost? This is not a place you can come to."

After the words fell, the maids around all covered their mouths and laughed. Some of them boldly wandered over Yu Shu, not hiding their admiration; some were a little embarrassed, stole a few glances and quickly looked away; others pretended to be reserved, but the corner of their eyes always stayed on Yu Shu.

They receive distinguished guests from all over the world in Chuxiang Pavilion all year round. It is rare to see a "silly boy" as young and immature as Yu Shu, not to mention that he is so handsome, with a tall and handsome figure.

Under the gaze of everyone, Yu Shu felt more and more uncomfortable. She unconsciously moved back and hid behind Yi Huawei, trying to avoid those passionate or inquiring gazes.

Seeing this, Yi Huawei smiled lightly and took out a gold coin from his sleeve in a leisurely manner. The gold coin flashed a dazzling golden light at his fingertips. With a slight raise of his arm, the gold coin drew an arc in the air and fell steadily into the arms of the maid who teased Yu Shu. This sudden gold coin instantly attracted the attention of all the women. Under the candlelight, the gold coin exuded an irresistible and attractive luster.

In this era, gold is a symbol of identity and status. It is difficult for ordinary people to use it, let alone see it. Those who can spend gold so casually are definitely not ordinary people.

The leading maid reacted very quickly. As soon as her fingertips touched the gold coin, she determined it was genuine based on her experience. She was shocked and couldn't help but reassess Yi Huawei's identity. The teasing in her eyes disappeared instantly, replaced by full respect. She bowed slightly, swayed her waist, and performed a standard salute, her voice soft and gentle:

"I am honored to be your honorable guest. I wonder if you have any instructions for me. I will serve you wholeheartedly."

The rapid change in attitude is astonishing.

Yi Huawei's smile did not fade, and he said softly: "Well, this is our first time here, how about introducing it to me?" The maid stood up, her eyes still with a hint of inquiry, but her tone was very respectful: "Sir, our Chuxiang Pavilion is the top place in the city. There are many areas in the pavilion. There is a special hall for guests to enjoy music and dance. The musicians are all skilled people, and the dancers are also graceful, as if they were fairies from heaven. There is also a quiet room for scholars to recite poems, paint, and communicate and exchange ideas. The interior is elegantly decorated, and the four treasures of the study are all available. If you want to have a few drinks, our wine cellar has fine wines from all over the world."

At this time, a middle-aged man who looked like a manager walked out of the museum, looked at Yi Huawei and Yu Shu, and smiled:

"My dear guests, it would be inconvenient for you to stand at the door. Why don't you come in and let me introduce you in detail."

Yi Huawei glanced at him and nodded, "Okay, thank you very much."

After saying that, he took Yu Shu and followed the steward into Chuxiang Pavilion.

When you step into Chuxiang Pavilion, the first thing you see is a spacious hall that is bright and open.

The floor was paved with smooth marble, and each slab fit perfectly, emitting a faint halo under the light. The railings around were inlaid with beautiful jade, which was cool and warm to the touch, with delicate texture and soft color, and seemed to be flowing with a layer of fluorescence under the flickering candlelight.

Several huge copper chandeliers hung overhead, their wicks burning, emitting bright and steady light, illuminating the entire hall as bright as day. On the walls hung exquisite silk tapestries with exquisite patterns, magnificent mountain and river scenery, and mysterious myths and legends. Every stitch and thread showed the ultimate luxury and exquisite craftsmanship.

In the center of the hall, a spiral staircase winds up to the second and third floors. The handrails of the staircase are made of dark sandalwood, polished to be extremely smooth and shining. Each step is covered with a soft red carpet, and the sound of footsteps is quietly absorbed when walking on it. The design of the staircase is ingenious, spiraling up in an elegant shape, which not only saves space, but also gives people a unique visual beauty, like a smart dragon, entrenched in the hall, connecting the different worlds above and below.

However, among all these amazing scenes, the most eye-catching thing is the group of graceful women. They are standing or sitting, laughing or smiling. Each woman has an enviable face, with fair and delicate skin, picturesque eyebrows, straight noses, and full and shiny lips. They are wearing long skirts of unique styles. The material of the skirts is obviously very precious, a thin and shiny silk, which sways gently with their movements, like flowing water waves.

The necklines of these skirts are unique. Some are deep V-shaped, which just shows the delicate skin on the women's chest, the beautiful clavicle lines, and the slender neck like a swan; some are slanted shoulder designs, with one shoulder exposed, round and smooth, exuding an attractive luster under the light. The skirts are wide, but cleverly tightened at the waist, tied into a beautiful bow with a delicate ribbon, showing the women's slender waists. The length of the skirts is just to the ground, and as they walk, they gently brush the ground, as natural and smooth as flowing water. Some skirts are also embroidered with exquisite lace, or delicate lace, or gorgeous gold thread embroidery, adding a bit of luxury and refinement.

However, Yi Huawei could see at a glance that the styles of these clothes were strikingly similar to those of later generations.

Yi Huawei stood aside, with a meaningful smile unconsciously on his lips.

It seems that Yi Xiaochuan has really put a lot of effort in this regard. Yi Xiaochuan came from the future, and it must be him who incorporated these novel concepts into the clothing design of the women in Chuxiang Pavilion, creating such an eye-catching clothing style.

However, this guy is quite brave. He thinks he is a real eunuch and would not enter or leave such places. That’s why he is so bold. Isn’t he afraid of being recognized?
Yu Shu was shy. She grew up in the palace and most of the clothes she was exposed to were traditional and conservative. The bold and unrestrained clothes of these women in front of her made her feel both novel and a little embarrassed. Her fair face was slightly flushed, like a peach blossom in full bloom in spring, delicate and beautiful.

A touch of shyness spread across her pretty face, but unexpectedly, this made her even more eye-catching. The women around her all cast their eyes on her, with curiosity and inquiry in their eyes. Some women tilted their heads slightly, carefully looking at Yu Shu's face and clothes; others covered their mouths and laughed softly, as if they were amused by Yu Shu's shyness.

"Da da~"

The sound of crisp footsteps suddenly rang out in the slightly noisy Chuxiang Pavilion. The sound came from the direction of the stairs and instantly attracted everyone's attention.

Yi Huawei was pulling Yu Shu to find a seat to sit down, but was interrupted by the footsteps. They looked in the direction of the sound. They saw a woman walking down the stairs slowly. The woman's figure was extremely graceful. As she walked, her waist swayed gently like a willow in the wind. The amplitude was just right, with a natural sense of rhythm, as if every step was stepping on the heart's heart, making people's hearts flutter.

She was wearing a purple long skirt with a unique cut, which was very different from the common clothes worn by Yi Huawei and his friends. It was somewhat similar to the cheongsam style of later generations. The skirt fits tightly to the curve of her body, extending smoothly from the shoulders to the waist, making her slender waist look even thinner. The hem of the skirt was split to the middle of her thighs, and as she walked, her legs in black stockings were faintly revealed. The stockings were light and thin, tightly wrapped around her legs, and the lines of her legs looked straighter and longer against the background of the stockings. With every step, her leg muscles were slightly tense, with an indescribable sense of power and sexiness. She was wearing a pair of high heels, and the heels made a crisp "click" sound when they hit the ground. The toes of the shoes were slightly upturned, making her instep naturally straight, her ankles looked more slender and beautiful, and her whole figure looked taller and more graceful because of the blessing of these high heels.

Her long hair fell like a waterfall, but was carefully coiled up into an exquisite and complex bun, fixed with only two slender hairpins. The hairpins were simple yet exquisite, and shimmered with a faint luster under the candlelight. Her face was charming and her facial features were as delicate as a work of art carefully carved by God. Her eyes were bright and deep, and her eyes seemed to contain endless emotions and stories. Just a glance could seduce people's souls.

Below her left eye, there is a butterfly-like tattoo. The lines of the tattoo are delicate and smooth, and the colors are bright but not ostentatious, which adds a bit of charm to her face. However, under this sexy and charming appearance, her behavior reveals a touch of elegance and nobility. When she walks, her steps are light and steady, and the distance of each step is even as if it has been precisely measured. Her arms swing slightly, the amplitude is not large but extremely natural, as if there is an invisible rhythm guiding her movements.

As soon as the woman appeared on the stage, she instantly became the focus of everyone's attention, and naturally stood at the "C position" of this Chuxiang Pavilion, making everything around her become a foil.

When Yi Huawei saw the woman's dress, he was stunned at first, and then he couldn't help laughing out loud.

This Yi Xiaochuan is really... thoughtful!

He even got high heels, and I wonder if he went to a fashion design college.

(End of this chapter)