Chapter 375 Dance Appreciation
June 16th.
Lin Suyi held a lotus appreciation banquet in the palace.
I don't know if it's because I've gotten old over the years, but I always like to look at young men and women, as if I've become young again.
Whether others have this feeling or not, Ye Wan has. She's not even thirty yet, but she already has this idea.
"Mother, you look like a fairy descended from heaven with this headdress on you."
Er Ya gave Ye Wan a set of gold jewelry, exquisitely crafted, with golden butterflies on it poised to take flight.
It was a treasure she bought from a craftsman, and most importantly, it wasn't heavy at all when worn on her head.
"I think it looks good too."
Ye Wan's golden hair shone brightly in the sunlight, yet it didn't look tacky at all, making her the center of attention the moment she appeared.
The women bowed to Ye Wan, who then walked straight to Lin Suyi and sat down.
She was a princess, a lady-in-waiting, and the daughter-in-law of the Empress. Among the ladies and young women present, her status was second only to Lin Suyi.
"Your headdress is so beautiful. Only you could wear gold so well."
Lin Suyi smiled when she saw Ye Wan, her joy almost overflowing.
Time is always kind to beauties. Lin Suying looks even more beautiful than she did in previous years. She is like a blooming peony, elegant and noble.
It is said that loving someone is like growing a flower. Emperor Jing cultivated his flower very well, making him a golden and precious figure admired by all.
Ye Wan couldn't help but want to take a few more glances at Lin Suyi. "Your Majesty would definitely look even better in it than me. That girl Qingdai also prepared a gift for Your Majesty, but she's being so secretive and won't let me see it."
"If it's a gift for me, I'll definitely look at it first." Lin Suyi's smile was so captivating that it was hard to look away.
"I heard that Her Majesty invited people from Fanlou to dance today?"
Ye Wan is quite concerned about this.
After Yaoyuelou, the most famous place in the entire capital is Fanlou, a notorious den of iniquity, which she has never been to.
Lin Anyuan had been jealous of her frequent visits to Yaoyue Tower, so he danced for her at home, which resulted in her suffering from backache and leg fatigue for several days.
"Yes, let everyone see something new. You'll see in a bit." Lin Suyi said, winking, mainly because she knew Wanwan would also like to watch.
Her birthday is coming up soon, and Lin Suyi wants to give Wanwan a surprise.
The two were talking upstairs, and no one was so tactless as to disturb them.
However, Daya was surrounded by many wives and young ladies of officials.
Many young ladies studied at girls' academies, and if they could become female officials, it would truly bring honor to their ancestors.
Although Ye Wan, the female official, was full of controversy, no one dared to underestimate her when she stood in the Golden Palace.
Now that the Emperor has given all women equal opportunities, they also want to compete and fight for their rights, and do not want to be confined to the small world of the inner palace.
Er Ya sat in the corner, enjoying her freedom all by herself.
However, the daughter of a minor official saw Er Ya and, like herself, had just arrived in the capital, and they talked together.
Soon, the sound of string and wind instruments filled the pavilion by the lotus pond, and rain and mist rose.
I don't know how this rain and fog formed in June, but nine men appeared in the rain and fog.
Strong muscles, crimson clothes, half-naked chest, faintly visible, with the tinkling of bells.
"This... my God."
One of the women screamed, "This is utterly indecent in broad daylight! It's immoral and scandalous! If word gets out, what will become of the reputations of all the ladies and young women?"
This was supposed to be a proper lotus-viewing banquet, but what if those young masters and nobles saw this...?
Someone nearby cursed, "Shut your mouth, do you want to die? These days, male performances have become fashionable, you country bumpkin."
"Exactly! Only men are allowed to watch, but we women aren't? Maybe they're watching the song and dance performance over there too. We're all this age, what's wrong with taking a look? Haven't you ever been to the Inviting Moon Pavilion?"
Right now, the Empress's guests are all women, and besides, it was the Empress who invited them to watch this.
"Yeah, let's stay away from her. What's she pretending for? I bet you love watching! I certainly do!"
These men were different from those at Yaoyue Tower. They had more defined features, and their eye and hair colors were different, making them look more eerie and beautiful.
The ladies and young women present couldn't take their eyes off him.
The same applies to Ye Wan.
After the song ended, Ye Wan immediately said, "A reward."
"Since Her Highness the Princess has already given rewards, I should join in the fun and give one too!"
Madam Wei followed with a smile on her face.
Needless to say, the other ladies also received their rewards.
The ladies and young women of each family received many gifts, and before long, the nine men changed into normal clothes and began to pour wine for the ladies.
The most beautiful one in the group came up to Ye Wan and said, "Xue Yu greets Madam."
Ye Wan was taken aback. "Your name is Xue Yu?"
"Yes, Xueyu thanks Madam for the favor and has come especially to serve you." Xueyu personally fed Ye Wan the wine cup to her lips.
Some of the older ladies nearby were already in an uproar.
"My God, what is he planning to do? Could it be that he's taken a liking to Lord Ye?"
"Who says this man can't do it? Look at him, he's just naturally straight..."
Seeing that the topic was about to go astray, someone hurriedly spoke up, "Your Majesty, these people have such beautiful eyes. They are quite different from our eyes."
Lin Suying also noticed Ye Wan's side, her eyes smiling, "We're all human, there's no difference."
Ye Wan took the wine with her hand and looked at Xue Yu, "What do you want to ask for?"
Xueyu knelt down, her posture exceptionally beautiful. "Madam, I only caught a glimpse of you briefly, but I just wanted to stay and serve you."
Ye Wan clicked her tongue twice, "Although you look good, you have a shrewish husband at home, so I wouldn't dare take you in."
"Hahahaha..."
Upon hearing Ye Wan's words, all the ladies, whether elderly or young, burst into laughter.
Some even joked to Xueyu, who was kneeling on the ground, "Don't even think about taking advantage of Lord Ye. Her husband is much better looking than you. There's no way he'd take you back with him."
Xueyu was stunned for a moment.
Not far away, Madam Pei frowned; Ye Wan had gone too far…
Ye Wan smiled and dismissed Xue Yu, and the lady next to her finally found an opportunity to exchange pleasantries with her.
"Is your second daughter engaged yet?"
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