Travel through the Qing Dynasty and become emperor

Chapter 470
In a "luxury" private room in the middle of the front row, Yuan Shikai watched the opera while knocking sunflower seeds, while listening to the explanation of the Peking Opera teacher.After a few days of study, Yuan Shikai is now a master of Peking opera. Although it is impossible for him to sing with two voices, his theoretical knowledge is extremely solid.Not only is he well aware of Yuan Shikai's singing, reciting, acting, and beating of Peking Opera, but he can also distinguish some more professional singing voices such as "Tang Yin", "Back of the Head", "Clouds Covering the Moon" and so on.

On the stage, Boss Tan and Boss Wang were auditioning for a play. Although it was a test play, it also attracted bursts of applause from the audience.

I saw the teacher who came from the opera troupe said: "My lord, look! This singing style is Boss Tan's unique 'cloud covering the moon'. Its singing is melodious and melodious, sometimes a little sentimental, suitable for excerpts like "Wen Zhaoguan" .”

At this time, a long tone on the stage ended, and Yuan Shikai also shouted with everyone, "Okay, give me a reward!"

As soon as Yuan Shikai's words fell, an official on the stage shouted: "Thank you for the reward from my master!"

The actors on the stage suddenly stopped their performances and bowed to Yuan Shikai, while the audience looked dissatisfied at the owner's private room.If it weren't for the private room only facing the stage, it is estimated that Yuan Shikai could be killed by people's eyes.Seeing this situation, Yuan Shikai asked the opera teacher, "Sir, why is this?"

The gentleman smiled bitterly and said: "My lord, you can't call out this reward when you are in high spirits. You must wait until the end of the play at this moment, or give the reward when you get to the door, otherwise it will disturb the play!"

Yuan Shikai put away his embarrassment, and brazenly asked Liu Zhongji to announce: the master was too excited just now, so he didn't control it well, and the official repertoire will continue soon.

In fact, Yuan Shikai's study of opera was fake, and at this juncture, he didn't have the heart to deliberate about the matters of opera singing, he was just looking for a cover to deceive people's eyes and ears.This trick really worked, and soon, the spies of the Ninth Army reported the news to Fan Xuecheng's ears. Originally, after Fan Xuecheng received the post from the Yuan Mansion, he readily agreed to it without even thinking about it. Fearing that there would be fraud, Fan Xuecheng was a little bit guilty, and just to be on the safe side, he sent spies to pretend to be theater fans and sneak into Yuan's mansion to monitor Yuan Shikai's every move and the situation in the mansion.

Fan Xuecheng's hanging heart was relieved by the news sent back one after another. There was nothing abnormal in Yuan's mansion. It seemed that this was a birthday party. Moreover, Yuan Shikai was a drama idiot. I asked a few actors to tell me how to sing, which made me laugh out loud.Fan Xuecheng laughed dumbfounded when he heard this: "How? What did I say? Don't just listen to the rumors outside, saying how great Yuan Shikai is. This fact alone shows that he has a name in vain. I told him a while ago There came a disarming power, maybe it frightened his old boy, besides, we have guns and cannons in our hands, we are still afraid of his old Yuan, at worst, I will give an order and bring cannons to blow up his governor's mansion , I will find an excuse to report to the emperor later, saying that Yuan Shikai had a conspiracy, which was exposed by us in time."

Originally, according to Fan Xuecheng's intention, it would be enough to bring a few personal guards to the meeting, but the staff insisted again and again, and finally selected a hundred soldiers in hardcover from the army to follow, and marched to the new house of Yuan's Mansion in Jinyin Hutong.

For Fan Xuecheng's arrival, Yuan Shikai received him warmly. He specially spread a three-foot-three-long wool red felt in front of the door, and lit [-] firecrackers. Welcome, this kind of reception standard has never been seen in Singapore except for welcoming the emperor.Naturally, Fan Xuecheng was proud of himself, and he strode up to Yuan Shikai with his guards, cupped his hands, and said in a rough voice: "Fan Xuecheng, the commander of the Ninth Army, pays his respects to the Governor."

Fan Xuecheng was originally a subordinate in front of Yuan Shikai, but judging from his expression and demeanor, it was obvious that he was condescending.Yuan Shikai smiled all over his face, and said: "I am honored to be able to visit Commander Fan, and the Yuan Mansion is also flourishing. Haha"

After saying "please", a group of people walked into Yuan's new house. Yuan Shikai exquisitely let Fan Xuecheng into his private room, where all kinds of dried and fresh fruits had already been prepared, and even smoke lamps and smoking guns were prepared. .After sitting down, the two exchanged a few pleasantries. Fan Xuecheng looked around and said in surprise: "My lord, today is an unprecedented event. Celebrities from all walks of life are here. Why don't you only see Commander Lu?"

Yuan Shikai knew that he was talking about Lu Yongxiang, so he looked at his pocket watch and said, "I have already posted the post, and the time should be almost up, why don't we start the show first."

Fan Xuecheng waved his hand: "Let's wait a bit, Commander Lu is on the same level as me, so I'm afraid it's not good to surpass him."

"Okay, my brother is still thoughtful, hehe."

At this time, Lu Zongyu walked into the private room and said to Fan Xuecheng in embarrassment: "Mr. Fan, those brothers under your command are armed with live ammunition in the yard, which makes the guests very uncomfortable. Since everyone is here, they are guests. You see Why not let them sit down and listen to the play together, I have already arranged the seats."

Fan Xuecheng frowned, thinking that if he didn't agree, he would look timid and timid. Even Yuan Shikai didn't dare to make a wrong decision about him, so he said to the captain of the guard beside him: "Go, go, tell them to find a place Sit down, and put your guns away, and don't stand there fucking in the way."

The captain of the guard felt that something was wrong, and when he was about to say something, Fan Xuecheng stared at him: "Go to hell, you won't even listen to my words!"

"Yes."

After some arrangements, most of the guards sat in the auditorium, and Lu Zongyu deliberately spread out their seats.At this time, more than 20 guards were following Fan Xuecheng.

At this time, someone outside the door shouted loudly: "Lu Yongxiang, the commander of the Tenth Army, is here!"

Yuan Shikai and Fan Xuecheng stood up and went outside to greet them together. Lu Yongxiang was different from Fan Xuecheng. No matter who he met, he always had a smile on his face.

The three sat down in the private room. When Lu Yongxiang saw the bong on the table, it was like seeing a dog with fleshy bones. He immediately became excited, and while lighting it, he said: "Your Excellency is really thoughtful, you know Apart from leading troops to fight, our men are good at this. Commander Fan, don’t be idle, hurry up.”

Yuan Shikai said with a smile: "This is a batch of new goods that just came in from Chile. After I asked them to carefully process [-] catties in Colombia, they are all the purest drug. There is no place to buy the money, if the two brothers like it, they will take it away."

Lu Yongxiang's eyes lit up: "Is what your lord said true? Then don't blame me for being greedy. Haha"

Fan Xuecheng waved his hand and said indifferently: "Mr. Fan doesn't understand this way, let's leave it to Commander Lu to enjoy."

Lu Yongxiang said: "How can this be done? It's for the two of us. It's called blessing ointment. It can prolong your life. Take a sip to ensure that you will be happier than a god. Come, take a sip. If you don't taste it, you will discredit the governor. gone."

Yuan Shikai and Lu Yongxiang tried to persuade him again and again, but Fan Xuecheng refused and had no choice but to light a lantern, and the three of them sat around talking and chatting, puffing clouds and fog.After taking a few puffs, Fan Xuecheng felt top-heavy and floated up, as if this body was not his own anymore.

At this time, the butler Liu Zhongji came in and reported back: "My lord, the backstage is ready and the guests are all here. Do you think it's time to start the show?"

"Let's play, let's play, hehe."

As soon as the clapper sounded on the stage, one of Tan Xinpei's apprentices, who was well-known as the elite, first appeared on the stage with a curtain, and his debut won the applause of the whole house.

I saw him pretending to be Guan Gong, and said in white: "Come on, then Cao will be kind to me in the future, and I will go to the military adviser to lead him to death. All the generals listen to the order and spread them around~"

Although it was a warm-up scene, the enthusiasm of the audience has been completely aroused, and the voices of applause keep coming and going.After Yuan Shikai echoed "Yes", he said to Fan Xuecheng who was sitting next to him: "Is Commander Fan still satisfied with this "Hua Rong Dao"?"

"Well, not bad, not bad. The small actors in the Chuntai class are quite like Cheng Changgeng in those days."

Yuan Shikai said: "Yes, it seems that Boss Wang has not sung for several years, but he let a few disciples practice such skills. It can be seen that people still have a chance."

After hearing this, Lu Yongxiang interrupted with a dry cough: "Well, but this warm-up session is a bit short, and Boss Tan will have to play in a while."

Yuan Shikai expressed regret and said: "Well, if Boss Tan and Boss Wang were not good at singing "Beating Drums and Scolding Cao", I would definitely arrange a complete "Huarong Road"."

Fan Xuecheng asked: "Oh? Your Excellency likes this movie?"

Yuan Shikai replied: "Well, I like this drama the most. Unexpectedly, Cao Shien and Guan Yu made Guan Yu Huarong a dilemma on that day. On one side was the righteousness of the emperor's uncle, and on the other was Cao Zhien. In the crisis, he was willing to repay his favor with death. It can be seen that Chang is a man of righteousness as high as a mountain, and he is also a person who repays kindness! I have respected such a hero who values ​​love and righteousness since I was a child, but it is a pity that there is no kindness like Meng De to help."

Fan Xuecheng smiled faintly at Yuan Shikai: "If your lord is a good man who knows how to repay you, there will definitely be someone who will help you~ Boss Tan has come out. Look at this appearance, it really shows your skills."

Yuan Shikai sneered inwardly.

Tan Xinpei is worthy of being an idol in Liyuan. The audience below were fascinated by the performance of "Beat the Drums and Curse Cao", and he retreated to the backstage to unload after thanking the scene three times in a row.Fan Xuecheng finally escaped from the wonderful performance: "My lord, Boss Tan is working too hard today. I have never seen him sing twins for two consecutive performances!"

"Hehe, as long as Commander Fan is satisfied. Will there be Boss Wang's drama soon? This is today's main course!" If it weren't for the purpose of paralyzing Fan Xuecheng, Yuan Shikai would not have given Tan Xinpei 5000 yuan to kill him again. He sang about twins, but he had already settled the account. If today's matter can be successful, a mere 5000 yuan is nothing.

Lu Yongxiang also smiled and said: "Yes, yes, there is also Boss Wang's play, hehe, he hasn't sung this script for some years, I really want to hear his voice in the back of his head again!"

(End of this chapter)