Qingluo and Yu Ning waited at Dingxiang Pavilion. They had visited many homes of high-ranking officials and nobles, but seeing the furnishings and surroundings of this room still made them realize the extravagance of the imperial palace.
“Yu Ning, judging from the decorations and behavior in this room, that Hong Zhou must be a prince! Tell me, if I could get close to him and become a concubine, I would be satisfied.” Qing Luo rubbed against Yu Ning’s arm, daydreaming.
Yu Ning glanced at Qing Luo and said, "But that young master seems to be of very good character. I'm afraid you won't have a chance. You might as well focus your energy on those two young masters."
Qingluo's expression changed drastically, and she angrily said, "Who said I have no chance? I, Qingluo, am determined to become the prince's woman!" Seeing that she was stubborn and unwilling to persuade her any further, Yu Ning decided not to try to persuade her anymore.
Just then, Hongzhou arrived at Dingxiang Pavilion. The two immediately composed themselves and rose to greet him. Hongzhou was quite pleased to see that the two were much more obedient this time.
"Are you two young ladies settling in comfortably here?" Hongzhou asked politely. Qingluo quickly stepped forward and replied, "Young master, my sister and I have never been to such a magnificent place before, and we are indeed a little unaccustomed to it!"
Hongzhou smiled and said, "Today is your chance. My two cousins are here. You will accompany them during lunch. If you serve them well, I might even take you as my concubines."
The two nodded. "We sisters will definitely serve you both with all our hearts!" Yu Ning said. She had wanted to leave Zui Bai Lou for a long time, and she was determined to seize this opportunity.
"What I said before, that if anyone could get information out of my two brothers, I would give you more money, still stands. As for... whether you get the money or not, that's up to you." The main purpose of inviting them here this time was to find out why the Fifth Prince had suddenly fallen out with his sister-in-law and was favoring a concubine.
"Then... what information does the young master want us to extract?" Qingluo frowned and said, "That's none of your business. Just make sure they eat and drink well and cooperate with me! We'll pay you the money as promised!" Hongzhou thought it best if this matter didn't go to the attention of unrelated people.
"If this matter is handled well, even if my two brothers look down on you, I will not treat you unfairly! If you want to leave the brothel, I will find a way to help you redeem yourself!" I have used them for so long, and they are pitiful people, so it is only right to help them.
Qingluo and Yu Ning were surprised by Hongzhou's generosity and knelt down to express their gratitude. Qingluo admired Hongzhou even more, "Young Master, if you don't mind, I would like to stay by your side and serve you. Even if I am just a lowly concubine, I would be satisfied!" Qingluo didn't know why she said that.
Yu Ning, standing to the side, widened her eyes in disbelief. She hadn't expected Qing Luo to actually say it! Qing Luo had always been impatient and short-tempered; if she were to marry into the household as a concubine, she definitely wouldn't be able to bear it. Therefore, Qing Luo had always dreamed of marrying a wealthy young man and would never become a concubine. Now…
Hongzhou was taken aback. He glanced at the pitiful Qingluo, then looked closer at her alluring and beautiful face.
Hongzhou coughed awkwardly and said, "Miss Qingluo, please don't mention such things again. My wife is very capable! You should focus your attention on my two brothers!"
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