A slight smile finally appeared on Ninth Master's icy face, which put the others at ease.
And this dancer was none other than Xiang Ning, the famous dancer of Zui Xiang Lou, who once captivated the Third Prince Hong Shi.
Xiang Ning's long, flowing sleeves slowly wrapped around his body, her soft limbs seemingly boneless, gently caressing him and making him feel ticklish.
"What do you think, Master?" Xiang Ning whispered in his ear.
Her tone was so alluring, like a water snake coiling around his neck.
"It's passable." Ninth Master smiled faintly, his deep voice coming from behind. Suddenly, he grabbed her waist and pulled her forcefully towards him.
"Ah!" Xiang Ning gasped, caught off guard as he pulled her into his arms.
Her soft body leaned against him, and before she could react, Ninth Master pinched her chin and lowered his head to kiss her deeply.
A strong masculine scent wafted over, causing Xiang Ning's face to flush red, yet making her even more alluring.
The women beside him were quite surprised, but seeing that Ninth Master had changed his previous indifferent expression and finally showed some emotion, they all stepped forward to pour wine. "Master finally smiled today, otherwise we would have been so sad."
Ninth Master nibbled on Xiang Ning's soft, sweet lips for a while before reluctantly letting go. He stroked her lips and whispered, "A beauty is giving me flirtatious glances; I can't just stand by and watch, pretending not to hear!"
Xiang Ning leaned against Ninth Master's chest without moving, hooking her arm around his shoulder to sit up. Ninth Master loosened his grip, and she sat down beside him. Ninth Master stared at her face with lingering interest and asked, "I've never seen you before. What's your name?"
Before Xiang Ning could speak, Hongshao said first, "This is Xiang Ning, the best dancer in our Drunken Village."
Xiang Ning smiled at him, a smile that truly made everyone else pale in comparison; she was indeed an exceptionally kind person.
Xiang Ning sat beside him, resting her head on Ninth Master's shoulder, her delicate chin touching his shoulder, and asked in a gentle voice, "Why do you look so worried, Master? Is it because we sisters haven't served you well enough?"
Ninth Prince, recalling his worries, suddenly wiped the smile off his face. "The girls at Zuixianglou are the most charming and know their manners very well. How could they not serve me well? Besides, Miss Xiangning's dancing skills are superb, and I am very satisfied."
Xiang Ning pouted, "Then why don't you smile? Even if you have any troubles outside, you can forget them all once you're in this Drunken Paradise."
Ninth Master didn't speak, his face once again filled with worry. He took a sip of wine and sighed.
His sigh startled the girls nearby, who exchanged bewildered glances.
But they never inquire about their guests' private affairs.
Since the guest is unhappy, they should just try to make him happy. As for anything else, they don't know anything about it.
Seeing this, Hongshao gently nudged Xiangning and said with a smile, "Xiangning is the best dancer here. There was a prince who wanted to get close to her, but she refused him! This is a rare sight at Zuixianglou. Since you're here today, sir, why don't you have a good drink with Miss Xiangning!"
Xiang Ning listened and then handed over a glass of wine.
Influenced by Hongshao and others, Ninth Master was known to be wealthy. If they could cheer him up when he was in a bad mood, they would surely receive a lot of money.
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