Chapter 42: Taking advantage of Lu Yunyang's connections
After watching the excitement, Jiang Jiu took Nanny Qian to his own rouge shop.
The rouge she developed was delicate and soft, and was loved by young girls and wives as soon as it was launched on the market.
Hearing that they were from Xiang County, the customers secretly inquired about the two courtesans of Hua Man Lou.
Sure enough, the performances of Nishang and Chuyu at the Ninth Prince's Mansion received unanimous praise, and everyone naturally wanted to witness the charm of the two beauties further.
As more and more people spread the news, even women became curious.
Pianjiangjiu did not let anyone leak any information, maintaining a certain degree of mystery, so that more people would go to Hua Man Lou on the opening day.
But I still heard some discordant sounds in the Rouge Shop.
"Tsk, this shop is newly opened and has not yet joined the Suzhou Chamber of Commerce. I don't know if it is good or not. This is something to be used on the face, so I'd better be careful."
Several customers were persuaded to leave with just one sentence.
The lady quickly explained: "We are from Xiang County. We are good or not. If you have relatives or friends, feel free to ask us. As for joining the Chamber of Commerce, we have just arrived. As long as the Chamber of Commerce knows that we are of good quality, they will definitely let us in."
The woman snorted coldly: "Not everyone can enter the Chamber of Commerce in Su City. At least you have to be favored by Prince Qi's Palace. There are no women in Prince Qi's Palace. It's really hard for your Yanzhi to get in."
The Chamber of Commerce is a business organization. Many business people are trying their best to get in. Firstly, with the support of the Chamber of Commerce, everyone recognizes the quality.
Secondly, even if the prices of goods in the Chamber of Commerce are a bit high, everyone can accept it.
Thirdly, doing business in the Chamber of Commerce is secure. At least local taxes are exempted and you only need to pay taxes to King Qi.
Others find it difficult to hear.
Nanny Qian raised her eyebrows proudly at Jiang Jiu.
"Miss, with the relationship with Master Lu, we will have to walk sideways after we enter the Chamber of Commerce."
Jiang Jiu looked embarrassed: "Mammy, the relationship is obscure, it's better for us not to bother my husband. It's just a small matter to join the Chamber of Commerce. If I have to rely on him for everything, I will feel that I am incompetent and can't even handle such a small matter. How can I go to the capital to avenge my mother in the future?"
The relationship between Lu Yunyang and the Ninth Prince is private and cannot be disclosed publicly.
Aunt Qian agreed and said, "Okay, then you can go to the Chamber of Commerce first. If you really encounter difficulties, it won't be too late to go find Master Lu."
The master and servant walked and talked, because they were not far away, and they were staying at the Ninth Prince's house and had no carriage.
As they walked, Jiang Jiu stopped and took Aunt Qian to a grocery stall.
"Mammy, someone is following us..."
Aunt Qian looked around hurriedly but didn't find anything unusual.
Jiang Jiu, however, had her own plans: "Mammy, go get a stick and wait for me at the other end of the alley. If I shout for help, come and save me immediately..."
Aunt Qian's heart skipped a beat: "Miss, I hope everything will be alright."
Jiang Jiu shook his head: "How could that be? Sucheng is governed quite well by King Qi, but there are some people who take advantage of their power and like to make trouble. Besides, the king's palace is just in front of us. I am really at a disadvantage. Should I run away..."
Nanny Qian didn't notice anything unusual, but she still listened to Jiang Jiu, went to the alley over there, picked up a sturdy stick and held it in her hand.
Jiang Jiu took out three copper coins, bought a sachet, and swung it as he walked, looking very contented.
Sure enough, when we reached the middle of the alley, we were blocked by a group of men.
"Hey, you look unfamiliar. Have you just arrived in Suzhou? You are so pretty. Come and play with me, young master."
Jiang Jiu was not in a hurry, with a smile on his face, and refused coldly: "No."
The man snorted coldly: "I am the second son of the prefect. If you follow me, you can walk around Sucheng with your head held high..."
Jiang Jiu raised his eyebrows slightly, with a hint of disdain in his eyes.
"I am Lu Yunyang's wife..."
"Lu Yunyang? The playboy from the Lu family?"
"Sir, others compare you to him. They say that apart from your higher status, your beauty is not even one-third as good as that of Lu."
"Sir, forget it. The man surnamed Lu is a guest of the King of Qi..."
As expected, when Lu Yunyang's name was mentioned, these people became a little scared.
The second son of the prefect was not convinced: "He's just a country bumpkin. If his wife becomes my concubine, it will prove that I'm better than him. It will be a great shame for him...hahahaha."
After he finished speaking, he waved his hand with a cold face: "Come on, everyone, grab her and carry her back to the mansion."
A group of men surrounded Jiang Jiu.
But before Jiang Jiu could make a move, suddenly, a fan came over like a sharp sword, turned directly in front of these people, and finally returned to its owner's hand accurately.
"Mr. Xing, I hope you are okay."
Jiang Jiu slowly turned around and saw Gu Chengyan. He was apparently a weak scholar, but he didn't expect that his Kung Fu was so amazing.
Sure enough, there are hidden dragons and crouching tigers in the Ninth Prince's Mansion.
"Gu,
Mr. Gu, why are you here? "The second son of the prefect was a little panicked.
Gu Chengyan walked leisurely to Jiang Jiu's side and waved his fan leisurely.
"Let's go back. This alley is closest to the palace. Let's take a shortcut."
"I didn't mean to disturb the Second Young Master's pleasure, but unfortunately, this lady is a distinguished guest of the palace..."
Gu Chengyan is the Ninth Prince's man. Even if he is just an aide, he is not someone that a small prefect like him can afford to offend.
Soon, the second young master Xing ran away with his men in disgrace.
Gu Chengyan gestured to Jiang Jiu, "Madam, please come in."
Jiang Jiu bowed to Gu Chengyan and said, "Thank you for your help, sir."
Gu Chengyan remained humble, his deep eyes swept across her face and he smiled.
"Just passing by. Besides, even if I can't get off, I'm sure Madam has thought of a way to deal with it..."
Jiang Jiu chuckled and said, "I just wanted to teach him a lesson. This lecher is actually the son of the prefect. He is really poorly disciplined."
Gu Chengyan raised his eyebrows and agreed: "Yes, he neglected discipline and harmed many good girls. Fortunately, the prefect is upright..."
It seems that this prefect is highly trusted by the Ninth Prince.
Jiang Jiu didn't say anything else, and the two walked side by side. But when they were about to enter the palace, Jiang Jiu stopped and frowned slightly.
"Mammy, go ask if the prince is still in my husband's room?"
"Husband?" Gu Chengyan's eyebrows twitched, and he looked at Jiang Jiu with a meaningful look, "Have you reconciled with the young master? Are you not getting divorced?"
Jiang Jiu felt a little embarrassed. It seemed that they had told a lot of secrets when they were drinking that time.
No wonder, Gu Chengyan was a smart man and he figured out the two people's secrets in just a few words.
"My husband almost died saving me. I cannot let him down."
Gu Chengyan frowned and wanted to say something but stopped talking. This subtle expression happened to be seen by Jiang Jiu.
I sighed helplessly in my heart: Even if they are not a real couple, at least they can provide him with a cover. It seems that King Qi's subordinates also know about their relationship. It's really lamentable.
Nanny Qian reported back, "Miss, the prince has left. The young master has woken up and wants to see you."
Gu Chengyan looked at Jiang Jiu's background and his brows furrowed even more tightly.
The girl is a good person, the prince...