Main Characters: Yu Yuanzheng, Shangguan Ziqi
Yu Yuanzheng transmigrated into the original host on her wedding night. Upon arriving, she was immediately forced to listen to her cousin and hus...
"Well, let's go and see the customs and practices of Southern Shu. I'm not in a good mood today, so I'll go and relax, and then talk to Prince Liu.
Maybe after today, his attitude will change again? Today it is just his own opinion, I guess he will ask the Southern Shu Emperor for instructions tonight. Even if he is the crown prince, he can't make decisions for his father. "
Prince Beiming found a very suitable excuse for himself.
Then Lord Liu actively reported to the accompanying official of the embassy and asked where the most fun places were.
The official knew what they meant at a glance and was very willing to go with them.
But Lord Liu refused.
Are you kidding? How can they have fun with outsiders around?
Even though they knew that the Southern Shu Kingdom would definitely send people to keep an eye on them, no one would take it seriously as long as it wasn't done overtly.
The three men changed their clothes into the style of clothes commonly worn by wealthy families in Southern Shu Kingdom, and each of them brought a servant. The embassy sent a low-key carriage to take them to a red-light district called Yangliu Street.
The street is named Yangliu, which naturally describes the graceful figure of a woman, which is very appropriate.
It was a time when the moonlight was hazy, and every house on the street had hung countless lanterns, making the entire street brightly lit and bustling.
They chose the one that looked the most popular and went in.
"Hey, three gentlemen, please come in. You look unfamiliar. Is this your first time in our Yixianglou? You are so lucky. Tonight is the virginity of our courtesan Miss Xueyan, who is preparing to become a courtesan. Some rich lords and sons have come. Whoever offers the highest price will be able to buy Miss Xueyan's virginity."
The madam greeted them warmly and told them the highlight of the evening.
She certainly has a way of attracting customers.
Her face is covered with so much powder that one cannot tell her age, but the high peaks on her chest can make one's blood boil.
After hearing this, the three of them became even more interested.
The madam led them to a private room on the second floor. Standing in front of the window, they could have a clear view of the lobby on the first floor.
There is a big stage in the center of the first floor hall, which is used for the girls in the building to perform.
Seeing that most of the guests had arrived, the madam swayed her body and walked onto the stage with a gust of fragrance.
“My lords and gentlemen, Miss Xueyan is the highlight tonight.
Many of you here know Miss Xueyan.
She had been waiting for her destined person for three years, but she never got him. So she decided to give up the endless waiting and repay all the gentlemen who had always liked to listen to her songs.
Tonight is her first time, and she hopes that the guest who wins Miss Xueyan's favor later will be sympathetic to her.
Now, please let our Miss Xueyan perform another song and dance for everyone, and then she will close the show."
The madam's words were very attractive.
Then the young masters below started to make a fuss.
"Mother Wu, please let Miss Xueyan come on stage quickly. I can't wait any longer." A fat and greasy young man waved his fist as if to chase someone away, and he disliked the madam for talking too much.
"Mr. Zhang, don't be anxious. Whoever gives more silver will win the favor of Miss Xueyan. I wonder if you have brought enough silver?" The madam didn't care about the fat man's attitude at all, but smiled even more brightly.
"I have prepared one thousand taels."
Every time this fat guy comes, few girls are willing to serve him. Prostitutes are also human beings, and of course they like customers who look like him.
If it weren't for the fact that he gave enough money every time, few girls would come close to him.
At this time, beautiful music came from a room in the upper floor. It was the sound of a pipa.
It turned out to be the "Moonlight over the Lotus Pond" that Yu Yuanzheng played for the first time.
In another room on the second floor, Shangguan Ziqi and the other two also heard it.
The three of them followed in right behind the Canglan people. Several guards also quietly sneaked in among the crowd below.
Of course they disguised themselves.
Yu Yuanzheng didn't expect Yuanshan to have this skill.
"Brother, your music has spread to Southern Shu, and is being used by prostitutes in places like this to entertain customers."
Cao Jinyu felt strange. It felt a bit like a blasphemy to bring such a popular piece of music into such a place.
“That means this song is great, otherwise how could it spread so far?” Yu Yuanzheng didn’t care.
Not to mention in ancient times, even in the later period, it was the same. Those karaoke bars, dance halls, and clubs all played popular songs.
As the sound of the pipa began, a graceful woman slowly emerged from the living room, dancing as she sang.
The thin gauze dress and ribbons moved with her movements, making the woman look like a fairy from heaven.
Looking at her delicate face, her almond eyes full of spring, and her moving gaze, it feels like she is conveying silent affection to everyone.
She is truly a natural beauty.
Yu Yuanzheng looked at Shangguan Ziqi and Cao Jinyu again. They both looked calm and composed, without any feeling.
"Don't you two think this girl is pretty?"
"Look no further, she's just a prostitute." Shangguan Ziqi said indifferently.
Yu Yuanzheng curled her lips and said nothing.
If one's identity is different, one's thoughts will naturally be different.
After a while, Miss Xueyan danced onto the stage in the center of the first floor.
The guests could see her every move up close and receive every flirtation she threw at them.
It makes those lustful men scream continuously.
"She is obviously a girl from the entertainment industry, trained to please men." Yu Yuanzheng sighed.
I have learned a lot.
At first, Shangguan Ziqi didn't want her to come, but she kept pestering him.
The singing and dancing continued.
At this time, three men from two separate rooms also came out.
When they reached the first floor, they wanted to see the girl's appearance more closely.
Shangguan Ziqi and Cao Jinyu both opened their eyes for a moment.
"Hehe, isn't this Prince of Beiming too impatient?" Cao Jinyu was a little bit unbelievable.
As a prince, does he still need women?
"According to the information sent back by the spies, he wouldn't dare visit such places in his own country. The Canglan Kingdom has strict control in this area. Royal family members and court officials are not allowed to visit brothels. Once discovered, they will be severely punished." Shangguan Ziqi explained.
"Oh, this is because they have arrived in Southern Shu and no one can control them, so they are indulged." Cao Jinyu understood immediately.
The two of them stared at the performance of the three people after they went down.
He really looked like a pig, staring at the girl on the stage without blinking.
The dance was bold, passionate, and the eyes were seductive.
The women at home would never do these things to seduce them.
The madam is back on stage again.
"Everyone, start bidding now. The higher the price, the more likely you are to win the girl's heart."
As soon as she finished speaking, bidding sounds began to rise one after another.
"I'll give you one hundred taels."
"Mr. Zhang, one hundred taels, you're just as willing to say it. Mom, I'll give you two hundred taels."
"Three hundred taels."
"100 taels."
......
"One thousand taels." After the fat man called out this number, everyone was silent for a while.
"Mr. Zhang offers one thousand taels. Is there any higher offer?" The madam's eyes narrowed with a smile.
"One thousand and one hundred taels." Prince Beiming's eyes were still fixed on the girl, and he did not take them away.
The price he called out was just casually.
The fat man was so angry that he was burning with rage.
"Where did you come from? How dare you snatch my person away? Are you tired of living?" Master Zhang got angry on the spot.