If she is the heir of the Marquis of Qingyang, it's either success or death!
Alternatively, they could align themselves with the Crown Prince, help him ascend the throne, and have the Qingyang Marquis's family recognized as kings based on their merits, thus becoming true members of the imperial family.
Alternatively, the grandchildren of the Marquis of Qingyang's heir would be demoted from members of the imperial family to commoners, with no hope of ever rising again.
How cruel!
Jiang Shan clicked his tongue twice in his heart, shedding a tear of sympathy for Li Minghe.
Judging from his usual carefree and cheerful demeanor, I never imagined he was carrying such heavy pressure inside.
After figuring things out, Jiang Shan asked again, "How does the heir of the Marquis of Qingyang have so much money?"
Even a fool could guess how miserable Qingyang Marquis's life was before he was enfeoffed. He had no money, no people, and no resources. He had only been enfeoffed for a few years. How could two generations of people possibly meet the economic needs of a crown prince?
Jiang Shan was particularly eager to know.
Fu Qiyuan smiled and was about to invite Jiang Shan to have a romantic candlelight dinner at the Jiang residence that evening when Liangchen came to deliver a message that guests had arrived.
Jiang Shan had nothing urgent to do and wasn't a client who had made an appointment in advance, so he had Liang Chen bring the person in.
A wisp of fragrant breeze wafted by, instantly refreshing Jiang Shan. Upon seeing who it was, Jiang Shan opened his mouth as if to say something, but sensitively kept his mouth tightly shut.
Two beautiful women, so delicate they seemed to float in the wind, walked up to Jiang Shan and gracefully curtsied to her: "This humble servant, Zisu, greets Boss Jiang!"
After saying that, she curtsied to Fu Qiyuan beside Jiang Shan and said in a sweet voice, "Greetings, Lord Fu."
Jiang Shan Huo turned to look at Fu Qi Yuan, his eyes holding an ambiguous expression.
Fu Qiyuan's eyes showed no less unease than Jiang Shan's. From an angle where Jiang Shan couldn't see, he glared fiercely at An Er.
After the two beautiful women finished their greetings, they stepped back a few paces and sat down opposite Jiang Shan.
Zisu's beautiful eyes darted around Jiangshan, sometimes biting her lip, sometimes twisting the handkerchief in her hand, making Jiangshan feel quite uncomfortable with her shy and affectionate gaze.
Liangchen couldn't stand it any longer and stepped forward to block Jiangshan, angrily asking, "What exactly do you want with my young lady?"
These two women are clearly not from respectable families, and they know Lord Fu. Could it be that Lord Fu has provoked them and they've come here today specifically to show off to the young lady?
Thinking of this, Liangchen glared angrily at Fu Qiyuan.
Zisu glanced at Liangchen timidly, then stood up and bowed to Jiang Shan, saying, "Manager Jiang, I have come today to ask you for a favor."
Look at him, begging for help now. Who are you trying to fool with this act of weakness? Shameless!
Liangchen glared angrily, almost ready to roll up his sleeves and charge into a fight.
"Liangchen, don't be rude!" Jiang Shan tugged at Liangchen's sleeve, and Liangchen reluctantly stepped aside, giving Fu Qiyuan another fierce glare.
Jiang Shan glanced at Fu Qiyuan and asked in a calm voice, "What brings you two ladies to me?"
Zisu's face lit up with joy. She glanced at Lütan and said, "Boss Jiang, I am an entertainer from Hongxiufang. This is my good friend Lütan. I wish to see someone today."
"Red Sleeves Pavilion, entertainers..." Jiang Shan looked at Fu Qiyuan with amusement and asked, "Young Master Fu, why don't you entertain these two young ladies yourselves? I won't join in the fun!"
Zisu grew anxious and stepped forward to block Jiang Shan, mustering her courage to say, "We wouldn't dare trouble Young Master Fu, we sisters just want to see Young Master Jiao."
"Jiao...who? Who do you want to see?" Jiang Shan's voice suddenly rose an octave.
Zisu took a step back in fright and stammered, "Young Master Jiao... Young Master Jiao Xian..."
"Fu Qiyuan! How dare you take Sanlang to a place like that? I... I'll strangle you...!" Jiang Shan screamed, grabbing Fu Qiyuan's arm and twisting it hard.
Fu Qiyuan, his face full of black lines, yelled at An Er, "Hurry up and take your men away!"
Now we have an explanation!
“Young master, that’s your person!” An Er replied indifferently.
Jiang Shan was filled with rage, and she grabbed Fu Qiyuan's arm and punched and hit him repeatedly. Her eyes were red, but she gritted her teeth and refused to let the tears fall.
Fu Qiyuan grimaced in pain.
Jiang Shan is incredibly strong; his punches are no joke, and this frail scholar was finding it difficult to withstand.
"Shan'er, listen to me! They're not my people, they're yours! And I've never taken Sanlang to Hongxiufang! Shan'er, don't hit me, don't hit me! Listen to me first!"
"What would I do with a girl! Fu Qiyuan, you bastard, I trusted you!"
Fu Qiyuan grabbed Jiang Shan from behind and roared at Zisu, "Why aren't you staying in the neighborhood? What are you doing here looking for Sanlang? Get out!"
Zisu and Lvtan were almost scared out of their wits by this landscape. In their fright, she turned around and ran outside.
Green Sandalwood grabbed her hand, stammering, "But, sister, we haven't gotten the music yet..."
My life is almost over, and you still dare to ask for music?
Run!
When Zisu ran to the door, An Er grabbed her.
If they just run away like that, someone could really die!
"What piece of music?" An Er asked expressionlessly.
Zisu's teeth chattered, and she couldn't speak.
Green Sandalwood stammered, "When...when...is...the moon...ask...with wine......"
Jiang Shan stopped what he was doing, tears welling up in his eyes, his adorable appearance making Fu Qiyuan swoon!
But now is not the time for romance. He released his hand from Jiang Shan's waist, tilted his head, and asked, "Would you like to hear my explanation?"
As she spoke, she gently turned Jiang Shan's face and wiped her eyelids with her fingertips.
Jiang Shan snorted, pushed Fu Qiyuan aside, sat back in his chair, and looked very unfriendly.
Zisu finally got a chance to speak, and she quickly said, "I once heard Young Master Jiao sing a song called 'When Will the Moon Be Bright?' and I especially loved it. I begged my mother for a long time before I was able to go out and see Young Master Jiao. I would be extremely grateful if Young Master Jiao could compose a song for me!"
Without even breaking a sweat.
Jiang Shan's expression was first cold, then wooden, and finally he asked in silence, "What does Hongxiufang do?"
Zisu paused, her gaze shifting to Fu Qiyuan before returning to Jiang Shan's face. She said solemnly, "Hongxiufang is a women's entertainment venue. Women sold into the venue have no freedom, but we all sell our art, not our bodies!"
Brothels and pleasure quarters were ubiquitous in ancient times, and such figures were present in every dynasty.
Jiang Shan glanced at Fu Qiyuan and asked, "What is your relationship with him? Is he a regular customer in your neighborhood?"
As soon as Zisu asked the question, she could feel the murderous aura emanating from Jiang Shan.
"No, no, we have no relationship. Well, we do have a relationship... no, no, we met once, but he's the boss. Does that count as having a relationship or not?"
The clever Zisu had a gut feeling that this topic was a death trap, so she threw the knife at Fu Qiyuan.
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