Chapter 33 Yueji Pavilion Opens
The warm winter sun lazily shines on Zhuque Street, the most prosperous street in the capital. However, in front of a brand new three-story building, it is now bustling with people and extremely lively.
On the high-hanging plaque, the three large gold-plated characters "Yue Ji Pavilion" sparkled in the sun, and the signature was the imperial seal "Princess Yue".
At the door, maids, all dressed in elegant light blue uniforms and wearing gauze (masks) of the same color, stood there with smiles on their faces, looking very graceful.
There were no blasts of firecrackers, no roaring of gongs and drums, only a low-key and luxurious sense of tranquility, and the subtle, refreshing fragrance of flowers floating in the air.
This is the "women's club"—Yunshang Pavilion—hosted by Princess Nangong Yue in name only and co-created by behind-the-scenes "golden idea" Dongfang Yuning and business genius Dongfang Linyuan. It's been in the works for a long time! It officially opens today!
"Yuer, Ning'er, this place... is really..."
Li held the hand of her eldest daughter Dongfang Qiwu and stood in front of the grand and elegant gate. She looked at the ladies and young ladies coming in and out, all of whom were dressed in luxurious clothes, her eyes full of amazement.
She had lived half her life and had never imagined that there would be such a place built specifically for women, so... bold and exquisite.
"Mother, sister, come in quickly! The fun has just begun!"
Dongfang Yuning was wearing a goose yellow brocade jacket and skirt, and a snow fox cloak. Her little face was flushed with excitement, and her big eyes were surprisingly bright.
She held her mother's arm in one hand and her sister's arm in the other, eager to walk in. Today was the first cornerstone of her business empire! It was of great significance!
"Ning'er..."
A magnetic voice with obvious grievance sounded behind him.
Dongfang Yuning paused, knowing who it was without turning around. She took a deep breath, turned around, and saw Nangong Ye, dressed in a dark uniform, standing tall and graceful not far away, his handsome face filled with the resentment of being abandoned.
Behind him followed several palace guards who also had helpless expressions and were ordered not to approach.
"Brother Aye,"
Dongfang Yuning tried hard to keep a straight face, but the smile in his eyes could not be hidden.
"Today is the opening of the women's club. We agreed that no men will be allowed, a women-only gathering! You and your guards, please—stay!"
She waved her little hand and made a "keep away" gesture, with a bit of cute and domineering aura.
[Hahaha! Tong! Look at his expression! Doesn't it look like a big dog locked outside by its owner? So aggrieved!]
Dongfang Yuning laughed wildly in his heart.
System 118:
[Ding! Target character 'Golden Thigh·Ye' status: Rejected; Emotional value: Grievance (60%), Resentment (30%), Doting (10%).]
Behavior prediction: Most likely he'll find a place to observe secretly (like the teahouse across the street?). Well done, host! Today is the Queen's home game!
Nangong Ye listened to the merciless "big dog" metaphor in her heart, and the corners of his mouth twitched almost imperceptibly, but looking at her energetic and motivated little appearance, the grievance turned into helplessness of doting.
He could only take a step forward, lower his voice, and say with a hint of coaxing:
"Ning'er... I just want to take a look and won't disturb your enjoyment. Or... I can pretend to be..."
He glanced suggestively at a tall maid next to him.
"no!"
Dongfang Yuning, Dongfang Qiwu and Li said in unison, in a resolute and decisive manner!
Dongfang Yuning even put his hands on his hips, his face serious:
"Brother Aye! Where's the trust we promised? This is our secret base! Just wait outside for news and count your money! I guarantee it will open your eyes!"
[Hehe, to deal with a golden thigh, you have to use money to lure! ]
She thought smugly.
Nangong Ye: “…”
What else could he say? He could only nod his head in resignation, watching his unmarried little princess, like a proud little peacock, walk with her mother and sister arm in arm, head held high, into the door that had rejected him.
【well……】
Nangong Ye looked at the tightly closed vermilion lacquer door carved with intricate floral and bird patterns and sighed deeply and helplessly.
He was the dignified Prince Yong, feared by his enemies on the battlefield, but now he was blocked from a group of women by his future princess!
This feeling... was sour, bitter, and... a little sweet? At least, his Ning'er lived so freely and vividly.
"Your Highness, the teahouse across the street has a good view."
The trusted captain of the guards suppressed his laughter and whispered a suggestion.
"……Um."
Nangong Ye turned around expressionlessly and walked towards the teahouse across the street. He wanted to observe secretly! He wanted to see what eye-opening tricks this little guy could come up with!
Inside Yunshang Pavilion, it is a completely different world.
The first floor is a spacious and bright gathering and tea break area, arranged like a spring garden, with swing chairs wrapped in vines, rattan sofas covered with soft brocade cushions, and exquisitely carved round tables, all arranged in an orderly manner.
The air was filled with the elegant aroma of tea and flowers. Maids, dressed in uniform blue and veiled, carried crystal-clear glass cups filled with colorful fruit teas, flower teas, and Dongfang Yuning's special blend of "Fairy in the Clouds" milk tea. They quietly served the guests.
The ladies who arrived first gathered in twos and threes, talking in low voices, but they couldn't help but look around curiously.
The atmosphere here is relaxed and comfortable, and without the scrutiny of men, they feel an unprecedented sense of relaxation.
"Welcome ladies and young ladies to Yueji Pavilion!"
Princess Nangong Yue was wearing a luxurious yet sophisticated palace dress today. She stood on a slightly elevated small round platform in the center, smiling brightly and generously.
"This place is designed specifically for women, a place of rest, beauty, and communication. Opening today, I and Princess Fuxing, one of the owners of Yunshang Pavilion, have specially prepared for you... a journey of visual and physical renewal!"
Dongfang Yuning stepped forward at the right moment and stood shoulder to shoulder with Nangong Yue. She wore no extra decorations today, only a simple jade hairpin, but she looked even more elegant and full of energy.
"My dear sisters,"
Dongfang Yuning's voice is clear and infectious.
"Today, we won't talk about poetry or needlework, but only about one thing: how to make ourselves more comfortable, more beautiful, and more confident!"
She waved her hand and pointed to the second floor.
"First, please follow me. Let us say goodbye to bondage and welcome... freedom!"
The curiosity of the ladies was completely aroused, and under the guidance of the maids, they walked up the spiral staircase covered with soft carpets to the second floor.
The second floor boasts intimate fitting rooms. Softly lit, the massive floor-to-ceiling mercury mirrors reveal every detail (a rarity in those days, so Yueji Pavilion spent a fortune custom-making them). Most striking are the hanging pieces in the central display area... pieces of "small clothes" that defy their expectations!
These were no longer the familiar, constricting layers of bellybands and undergarments. Instead, they were made of soft, breathable silk, cotton, and linen. There were "bras" that contoured to the body, lightweight and comfortable "panties," and "sling nightgowns" of various styles and colors, embellished with lace or embroidery. The vibrant colors and bold yet sophisticated designs perfectly showcased the beauty of women's curves, while exuding a sense of health and comfort.
"What...what is this?"
A conservative marquis blushed as she looked at the delicate lace bra.
"Such... exposure, how shameful!"
[Ouch! Madam, that bra you're wearing is really decent. It's so tight it's suffocating you, isn't it?]
Dongfang Yuning complained in his heart.
System 118: [Ding! Feudal remnants detected! Host, go! Use science and comfort to influence them!]
Dongfang Yuning wore a professional (deceptive) smile on her face and picked up a beige silk bra:
"Madam, please look, this item is called 'Pleasant Heart Protector'. It is not meant to be exposed, but to better support and protect.
Think about it, wearing a tight bra binder year-round, wouldn't you experience chest tightness, shortness of breath, back pain, or even... well, your body shape?
This one fits your body perfectly, providing strong support and freeing up your shoulders and chest, allowing you to breathe more freely, stand taller, and achieve a naturally graceful figure. Comfort is the most beautiful form!
As she spoke, she asked a well-proportioned model (a dancer hired at a high price) wearing demonstration underwear (covered with tulle) to take a few graceful steps next to her.
The smooth lines and comfortable state made the ladies present stare in amazement!
Especially some ladies with proud figures, looking at the beautiful contrast effect, subconsciously touched their chests that were so tight that they hurt, their eyes full of desire.
【Hey, did you see that? Are you excited?】
Dongfang Yuning was very proud.
She then showcased a variety of styles of underwear and nightgowns, emphasizing comfort, breathability, health, and... boudoir fun (but that's just a little bit).
"These 'Pleasure Whisper' underwear are no longer bulky, but instead are thin and fit, allowing for easy movement."
"This 'Moonlight Flowing' (nightgown), silky smooth like a waterfall, is like a dream, adding... to the joy of the couple's boudoir, and is also a pampering for oneself."
When discussing the "pleasures of the boudoir," the ladies' cheeks flushed, their eyes sparkling, filled with shyness yet eagerness. Who wouldn't want to look their best in front of their husband? Who wouldn't want a more comfortable and private experience?
[Tong! I feel like... a salesman of some kind of stuff?]
Dongfang Yuning felt a little guilty.
System 118: [Ding! Host, you are carrying out a great revolution in women's health and aesthetics! It's liberation! It's well-being! And by the way... you can make a little money!]
"Ladies and young ladies, please go to the exclusive fitting room and have our 'self-pleasing consultant' measure your body shape, choose the style that suits you best, and experience for yourself the comfort and transformation brought by this 'cloud dress'!" Dongfang Yuning threw out the bait at the right time.
With the visual impact and theoretical preparation just now, how could the ladies hold back? Their reserve was instantly thrown to the winds as they flocked to the beautifully decorated and private fitting rooms.
Soon, exclamations came from the fitting room one after another:
"Oh my god! It's so comfortable! Not tight at all!"
"This material... is so smooth and soft!"
"My waist seems to be thinner in the mirror? My breasts look better too."
"Husband...Husband will definitely like it!"
The last sentence was spoken in a very low voice, but it was full of shy anticipation.
When they emerged again, though still covered in their casual clothes, the expressions on their faces were different. Their backs were straighter, and their brows held a hint of unprecedented confidence and... a hidden joy. Their gazes at those displaying their underwear had also shifted from initial shyness to a fiery possessiveness!
【Buy! Must buy! 】
This is the common voice of almost all noble ladies.
Li and Dongfang Qiwu also each picked out several sets of comfortable underwear and nightgowns. Li touched the soft material and felt a lot of emotion:
"Ning'er, this child... is really..."
She didn't know how to describe her daughter's "unconventional" yet incredibly thoughtful thoughts. Dongfang Qiwu looked in the mirror, her figure even more refined in her new underwear, and a ripple began to form in her frozen heart. Comfortable... indeed, it was very good.
Dongfang Yuning looked at the satisfaction in her mother and sister's eyes, and her heart was filled with joy:
[The first step is to liberate your body and succeed! ]
Next up was the even more impressive "Boudoir Combat" course (VIP-only, reservation required). In a private, dreamy, and exotically decorated hall, Dongfang Yuning personally (behind a curtain) gave the lecture, accompanied by models wearing various "combat costumes" (also behind a curtain) demonstrating "tactical" movement.
From the pure and seductive "White Moonlight", to the passionate and unrestrained "Red Rose", to the mysterious and sexy "Black Swan"... various styles and "tactics", coupled with Dongfang Yuning's half-hidden, suggestive yet extremely "serious" explanation ("This design emphasizes the neck and clavicle lines, and can effectively attract the other person's attention under the swaying candlelight..."), made the ladies present blush, their hearts beat like drums, but they were also hungry and thirsty, their eyes bigger than copper bells!
[Oh my god! This scale... am I a little too much? ]
Dongfang Yuning blushed as he spoke.
System 118:
[Ding! Host, you're conducting a serious academic exchange on 'harmonious marital relationships'! It's to improve your clients' marital happiness! Immeasurable merit! Look at their eager eyes! Stay calm! For sales!]
When the class ended, the ladies walked out of the hall, their faces rosy, their eyes full of spring, and their steps full of wind. The glances they exchanged were filled with the tacit understanding and excitement you understand.
Dongfang Yuning didn't need to explain anything; they were already rushing to the display area, frantically shopping! Lace, tulle, suspenders, slits... whatever caught their fancy, they'd grab it! Price? What was that? Would it earn their husbands' stunned, fascinated glances? It was worth it!
[It’s sent! It’s sent! Brother San! We’ve sent it!]
Dongfang Yuning was so excited watching the shopping spree that his heart was jumping with excitement.
System 118: [Ding! 'Boudoir Economics' theory and practice are successful! Host, you are a true business genius (wealth)! We recommend immediately launching 'Limited Collector's Edition' and 'Personal Customization' services, with prices doubled!]
Dongfang Linyuan, who was in charge of sales on the second floor, was standing behind the cashier counter (an extremely elegant crystal counter) at this moment. Looking at the orders and banknotes being handed in like water, the smile on his face never stopped, and the corners of his mouth were almost grinning to the back of his ears!
He was rapidly counting the beads on the abacus, thinking to himself, "Ones, tens, hundreds, thousands, tens of thousands... I'm rich! I'm really rich!" As he directed the maids to pack and register. His admiration for his sister was like a torrent of water:
My Ning'er is a treasure! She can turn stone into gold! No! She can turn cloth into a mountain of gold!
The third floor is home to the "Pleasure Yourself" area, divided into separate, tranquil pavilions. Soft lighting and soothing piano music fill the air, along with the relaxing aroma of essential oils.
The beauticians, dressed in uniform blue and wearing gauze (masks) on their faces (after rigorous training), have been waiting here for a long time. Their techniques are professional and their attitudes are gentle.
After experiencing the "visual impact" and "spiritual shock" on the second floor, the ladies now lay on the soft beauty couch, enjoying an unprecedented facial cleansing, massage, and applying a facial mask with an elegant floral fragrance...
"Madam, this is our specially made 'Ningzhi Jade Dew', made with pearl powder, snow lotus, chalcedony and other precious ingredients. It can nourish the skin and reduce fine lines..."
"Miss, this 'Hibiscus Revitalizing' massage cream, combined with a unique technique, can promote blood circulation and brighten your skin tone..."
Warm towels were applied to their faces, and soothing essential oils massaged their shoulders and necks. The ladies' tense nerves completely relaxed, and they almost sighed in comfort. This is enjoyment! This is the life a woman should live!
[Tong! See! The charm of SPA! No woman can resist! ]
Dongfang Yuning inspected each incense pavilion and nodded with satisfaction.
System 118: [Ding! Host, the 'Beauty Tax' is permanent! Especially when it's combined with the 'Comfort Tax' and the 'Exclusive Tax'! Top up! They must top up!]
Sure enough, after enjoying a complete set of treatments and looking at their skin in the mirror which was obviously more hydrated, more translucent and as if they were several years younger, the ladies went completely crazy!
"This...this effect is so good!"
"It's much better than what the maids in my house do!"
"This Jade Dew! This massage cream! I want it! Now!"
However, Dongfang Yuning came up with a more "killer" move - the membership recharge system!
"Ladies and young ladies,"
She beamed, "Yueji Pavilion has launched the 'Yueji Jade Butterfly' membership card. Just top up and you'll enjoy VIP status, discounts on all products and services, and a dedicated consultant to tailor a beauty plan just for you! The higher the top-up amount, the greater the benefits!"
She showed three exquisite jade butterflies (membership card):
Silver Butterfly Card: Recharge 1,000 taels and enjoy a 10% discount.
Kingdee Card: Recharge 5,000 taels to enjoy 15% off, a rejuvenating gift box worth 500 taels, and priority reservation rights.
Jade Butterfly Card: Recharge 10,000 taels to enjoy 20% off, a gift of a treasure set worth 1,500 taels, 12 free basic care sessions throughout the year, and exclusive reservation rights at the Fragrance Pavilion!
"I want to top up my Jade Butterfly Card!"
"Get me a Gold Butterfly card!"
"Silver Butterfly Card? How can that be enough? Top it up! Top it up with 10,000 taels!"
"Recharge me 10,000 too! No! 20,000!"
The top-up counter was instantly surrounded by a swarm of noble ladies! Silver bills and gold ingots were handed over like water. The maid in charge of registration was so tired from writing.
Dongfang Linyuan looked at the soaring figures, his hands were shaking as he dialed the abacus, and only a voice in his heart was roaring:
[I’m rich! I’m rich! I’m completely rich! Ning’er! You really are Third Brother’s God of Wealth!]
Li and Dongfang Qiwu were also shocked by the crazy recharge scene.
Li murmured:
"This...this is too easy to make money..."
Dongfang Qiwu looked at his sister moving freely and shiningly among the crowd, his eyes filled with tenderness and pride.
[Hahaha! Tong! Did you see that?! A huge profit! A great start!]
Dongfang Yuning put her hands on her waist, and the little man in her heart was rolling in the sea of gold and silver.
System 118:
[Ding! Congratulations to the host! Yunshang Pavilion's first-day sales exceeded expectations! The 'recharge card' strategy was a resounding success! Earn the title of 'Business Queen' (junior level)! Reward points: 5000! I suggest the host immediately plan to open branches! Open branches in every corner of Yan Country! Make all the money from all the women!]
Inside Yunshang Pavilion, the air was filled with fragrance, laughter, and joy. The ladies, carrying exquisite shopping bags or holding the Jade Butterfly Cards that symbolized their status, beamed with satisfaction, confidence, and a renewed glow.
The first-floor tea break area was packed with guests sharing experiences and booking appointments for their next treatments. The second-floor fitting rooms were still busy. Appointments for the third-floor incense pavilion were already booked through next month...
In the teahouse opposite, Nangong Ye stood by the window, looking at the endless stream of female guests who came to the door of Yunshang Pavilion with great enthusiasm, listening to his trusted guards constantly reporting on the grand occasion of "crazy shopping" and "sky-high recharge" inside, and then thinking about his own little one who was in high spirits and giving orders at the moment, a proud smile appeared on his thin lips.
[It seems... this golden thigh of mine is quite worth holding on to?]
He picked up the teacup and took a sip with a cheerful mood. "Hmm, this tea seems even more fragrant than usual." As for the slight grievance of being locked out?
He'd long been swept away by the future princess's earning power! Counting money? Yeah, he was looking forward to it! As long as his Ning'er was happy, he was happy to be her lifelong "golden thigh" and... accountant? That seemed like a good idea too.
At this moment, in a secret room on the top floor of Yunshang Pavilion, Dongfang Yuning was holding an account book, looking at the strings of numbers on it that made her dizzy and excited, and smiling so hard that her teeth were showing:
[Tong! Quick, calculate! How much did you earn today? Is it enough to buy half of the capital?! My cat and dog manor! My hot spring villa! My sister's freedom fund! Here I come!!!]
System 118:
[…Host, calm down! It's easy to take too big a step… Never mind, just be happy! Goal: Buy Yan Kingdom! Go for it!]
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