"It was given to me by that young master." Qingyan wanted to reach for the bracelet, but was worried that Rong Mama would not agree, so the bracelet was thrown to the ground.
"So it was him, Qingyan. I knew this young master was really good to you, even willing to buy you something like this. Look how well Rong Mama has taken care of you all these years. Why don't you give this jade bracelet to Rong Mama?" Rong Mama really liked the bracelet and actually put it on her wrist.
“Aunt Rong, no.” Qingyan immediately refused.
“Oh, Qingyan, Aunt Rong has never mistreated you. Consider this bracelet a token of your respect for Aunt Rong.”
“No, Madam Rong, although that young master gave me this bracelet, he specifically told me before he left that I should wear it on my wrist at all times and not let him down.”
Qingyan also wanted to show her respect to Rong's mother, but she worried that if that young master came here next time and saw that the jade bracelet wasn't on her, he might be angry.
Qingyan was furious when she saw Rong's mother put the bracelet on her wrist, but she didn't dare to say anything.
Although she was the top courtesan at Yanyu Tower, she still dared not disobey Madam Rong. Whenever Madam Rong was unhappy or dissatisfied with someone, that person would immediately disappear from Yanyu Tower.
That's how the previous top courtesan was; she was a little arrogant and offended Madam Rong, then mysteriously disappeared. Qingyan is also very careful in everything she does, maintaining her pride but not daring to be arrogant. She vaguely heard that the person behind Yanyu Tower is His Highness the Crown Prince.
If she offended Madam Rong, and Madam Rong became displeased, with the Crown Prince backing her up, she would definitely suffer a fate worse than death.
When Rong's mother heard Qingyan say this, the smile on her face disappeared instantly. She stared at the bracelet on her hand for a long time, then her smile returned. She took off the bracelet and reluctantly handed it to Qingyan.
This bracelet alone shows that the young master is indeed quite wealthy. Even a casually given bracelet is of such high quality; he is someone you absolutely cannot afford to offend, as he is a very important client.
Once that young master's novelty wears off and he gets tired of Qingyan, he can come back for the bracelet himself, Rong Mama thought to herself.
"My mother just likes this bracelet. She didn't insist that you give it to me. Since that young master said so, then you should wear it properly. Qingyan, remember, you are a woman from the land of pleasure. What you need is to get more money from men."
Those men who say they'll treat you well for life are all lying. No respectable family would marry a courtesan. Qingyan, you need to understand some things. They're only after your youth and beauty. Once you're old and your looks fade, they won't remember the past or treat you well anymore. Only money can give you true security.
Madam Rong could tell that Qingyan had developed feelings for that young master, which was not a good thing. It could easily affect her business later on, and she still needed Qingyan to make money, so she would never allow such a thing to happen.
"Qingyan knows." Qingyan lowered her head and obediently replied.
"Good to know. I think that young master is rich and treats you well. This bracelet suits your temperament perfectly. Put it on quickly." As Rong Mama spoke, she put the bracelet back on Qingyan's wrist.
After finishing her sentence, Rong's mother glanced at Qingyan's bracelet one last time with lingering reluctance before turning and leaving.
As soon as Rong's mother left, a look of disgust flashed across Qingyan's face.
Qingyan took off the bracelet, moistened a handkerchief with water, and carefully wiped it several times before putting it back on her wrist.
The turquoise bracelet looked even more pure on Qingyan's fair and delicate wrist, as if it had been tailor-made for her.
"Liu'er, you can go now, I need to rest." Qingyan waved to Liu'er.
Liu'er nodded and walked outside, but she returned shortly after.
"Miss, that young master has come to see you." Liu'er's face showed a hint of joy.
"What? That young master is here?" Qingyan was just about to wash up when she heard this and immediately sat down in front of the mirror to check if her appearance was appropriate and if her clothes were messy.
"Alright, go and invite that young master in." Only after confirming that her appearance was in perfect condition did Qingyan speak.
"Yes, miss." Liu'er quickly invited Qu Qingxi, who was in disguise, in.
"Qingyan greets you, young master."
"Qingyan, please rise quickly, there's no need for such formalities." Qu Qingxi came alone today, without Qingdai.
"Please sit down, young master." After Qu Qingxi sat down, Qingyan quickly poured him some tea and then called Liu'er out.
"Why did you come today, young master?" Qingyan looked at Qu Qingxi curiously, a hint of longing in her eyes.
"Ahem, Qingyan, I've come here today to ask you something, and to see if you'll agree." Qu Qingxi took a sip of tea and spoke softly.
“Please speak, young master. As long as it is within my power, I will not refuse,” Qingyan replied quickly.
"Qingyan, would you like to leave here?" Qu Qingxi asked in a low voice.
"Young Master?" Qingyan opened her eyes wide and looked at Qu Qingxi. Did he mean that he wanted to take her home?
"Qingyan, if you're willing to leave here, I'll talk to Mama Rong and ask her to redeem you." Qu Qingxi said earnestly. She went back and thought about it carefully, and decided to take Qingyan out as soon as possible to avoid any unforeseen complications.
“Young master, I…” Qingyan hesitated.
"Qingyan, I really want to take you away from here. I'll pay you any amount of silver if you're willing."
"Young master, may I ask where you intend to go after you take me away from here? I am, after all, just a courtesan." Qingyan couldn't help but ask. She hoped that the young master would take her away and keep her by his side, but she was also worried that her identity would affect his reputation.
"Qingyan, I won't hide it from you. I took you away from here so that you could change your identity and live a new life. However, Miss Qingyan, I already have a wife at home, and I'm afraid I will have to disappoint you."
"Miss Qingyan, I can guarantee that I will provide you with a completely new environment and a fresh start in your life."
Qu Qingxi naturally realized Qingyan's feelings for her and wanted to make things clear in advance to avoid any misunderstandings later.
"Young master, Qingyan doesn't aspire to be your person. Qingyan only hopes to be by your side, even if it's just as a maid." Qingyan's tone carried a hint of pleading. She didn't need to be the young master's wife or concubine; she just wanted to be by his side at all times.
“Miss Qingyan, you are of noble character and are more suited to be a young lady than a maid.” Qu Qingxi shook her head, but in her heart she felt more and more that she had gone too far.
轻烟怎么好像真的把一棵真心交付到自己身上了，嘶，这要怎么办，她虽然暂时不想找老公，但是她确定自己喜欢的是男子。
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