"Confiscation, banishment, beheading …"
Lin Wanru murmured as she walked back to the shop. Then, she shook her head and walked into the shop.
When the man called Lin Yong saw her, he immediately walked over and said with a smile, "Miss, we really made the right decision to buy this horse this time. Many people have come to see it these past few days. There's a lot more business every day than before …"
Colored glaze was a treasure among treasures. It was rare to see it, even in a jewelry store, let alone such a large "Horse Stepping on a Swallow".
These days, the flow of customers in Fanglin Garden had greatly increased. Although many people came to see the colored glaze and gain knowledge, it was indeed a great boost to the business of the shop.
Lin Yong looked at the colored glaze with his eyes shining. He said, "Many people came to inquire about the price of this treasure, but I refused them all. This is the most precious treasure of our Fanglin Garden. I won't sell it no matter how much money you offer …"
In a small courtyard next to Fragrant Forest Park, Li Yi was fanning the fire with a small fan in his hand. He had wanted to remind Miss Lin to sell off the Flying Swallow Grass while it was still possible. If some ill-intentioned person came to the Kingdom of Qi and tried to sell it off as soon as possible, this thing would be ruined.
However, after being disturbed by her just now, he completely forgot about this matter. He could only think about it next time.
Miss.Liu had been recuperating at home these days. She didn't go out at all. If she stayed for a long time, she might get sick. Therefore, he planned to go out with her at night. On the one hand, it was to relax. On the other hand, he could experience the nightlife of the people in the Qi Kingdom. If it weren't for Miss.Liu, he could also study the similarities and differences of the brothel culture between the Qi Kingdom and the Jing Kingdom …
As an important political and military city, the curfew system in Fengzhou City was very strict. For many cities in the back of the city, nightlife just started after 9 pm. But in this city, people were not allowed to appear on the streets after 9 pm.
The consequences of violating this prohibition were very serious. However, the more severe and oppressive the system was, the more brilliant and prosperous things would be born.
The night market in the city, which was even busier than during the day, was a product of this.
In less than two hours, the whole city was in a carnival.
A narrow river flowed through the city. The surface of the river was sparkling. Pleasure boats passed through it. Pedestrians weaved along the riverbank. The hawkers along the street shouted their wares incessantly. The teahouses and taverns along the street were thriving …
Sitting on a tall building by the water, he took a sip of wine and looked down at the women dancing gracefully with their sleeves fluttering in the wind. Li Yi sighed. How long had it been since he had been so carefree?
This was just a city at the border of the Qi Kingdom, but it gave people a feeling that it was more prosperous than the capital of the Jing Kingdom. After coming to the Qi Kingdom, Li Yi deeply felt that it was not without reason that the Jing Kingdom had been suppressed by them for so many years.
Putting down the wine cup, he casually slapped away Miss.Liu's hand that was reaching for the wine pot. He glanced at her and said, "My body hasn't recovered yet. I don't know if I can drink?"
"Just one cup." Miss.Liu looked at him and said.
"Not even one cup." Li Yi refused without hesitation.
Miss.Liu glared at him, but she did not insist.
Li Yi looked at her with satisfaction. He felt a sense of accomplishment in his heart.
Recently, Miss.Liu had become more and more obedient. If she could maintain this attitude after she recovered … How wonderful would life be?
"Next up is Miss Yingying …"
"Young Master Zhao presents her with 100 taels of silver!"
"Chen presents her with 300 taels of silver."
"Young Master Yang presents her with a poem."
"Young Master Qian presents her with … 1,000 taels of silver!"
…
…
The voices that came from downstairs from time to time always interrupted his daydream. Li Yi looked discontentedly at the high platform below. At this moment, there was a new girl on the high platform. She was holding a pipa and playing it while performing difficult dance moves. It was very tempting. No wonder those young masters were giving her poems like crazy …
In the blink of an eye, a few hundred taels of silver were already in her hands. All she had to do was twist her waist. Li Yi was very envious of her.
If he had this kind of ability, he would not have to worry about money.
Not long after the song ended, the duck-like voice called out again, "Miss Yingying invites Young Master Yang upstairs for a chat."
There was a sudden uproar below. Many people had just given silver taels of silver, but this Miss Yingying just had to invite Young Master Yang who gave the poem upstairs. It seemed that the poem had moved Miss Yingying.
Some people were envious while others sighed. Wealth was easy to come by, but talent was hard to come by. These famous prostitutes in Feng Province were proficient in music, chess, calligraphy, and painting. No matter which one of them, they could be crowned as a talented woman. Their daily contacts were all famous talents from all walks of life. They had never been interested in idiots who only knew how to throw money.
"Why, are you moved?" Miss.Liu glanced at Li Yi and asked casually when she saw him looking down with an envious face.
Li Yi nodded and said, "Yes, a thousand taels of silver, but it didn't even make a splash. It's such a pity. If you gave it to us, you would have enough medicine for next month."
Miss.Liu was startled, then she shook her head and said, "Medicinal herbs are just auxiliary, it's not necessary."
That being said, the sooner Miss.Liu recovered, the sooner they could go back. Li Yi sighed, "You can't stop taking medicine …"
Below the pavilion, the topic of the crowd had shifted from Miss Yingying to another woman on the stage. At this moment, the woman who was dancing to the music was also a famous prostitute in Feng Province. In terms of fame, she was no less than the former.
A slightly chubby young man dressed like a scholar and holding a folding fan in his hand sighed and turned away from the crowd.
"Hey, isn't this the rich young master who throws money away?"
"There are still a lot of programs later. Why did he leave so early?"
"Young master Yingying threw money away, but he still couldn't win Miss Yingying's heart. What a pity, what a pity …"
…
Several voices came from the front. The slightly chubby young man looked up and saw a group of young people coming over. His expression changed slightly.
"I don't want to cause trouble today. Get out of the way," he said in a low voice. Then, he forcefully pushed the crowd aside and strode outside.
"Hmph, he's just a guy who stinks of money. Why is he pretending to be a scholar?"
"Does he really think that holding a folding fan makes him a scholar? He even wants to attract Miss Yingying's attention. He's just a toad lusting for swan meat."
"He's just an idiot. If it weren't for his rich father, I'm afraid he wouldn't even be able to enter this place."
…
Hearing the mocking voices coming from behind, the young man's body trembled. His face turned pale, but his footsteps became faster.
"Bullsh * t scholar. So what if he can write a few poems?"
At the entrance of the pavilion, the slightly chubby young man stood by the side of the road. He clenched his fists and gritted his teeth.
Although he said so, his face was full of unwillingness and helplessness. He looked back again and was ready to leave.
"What's wrong? Are you unwilling?"
At this moment, an abrupt voice suddenly came from the dark alley beside him.
The voice was full of temptation. The young man suddenly turned his head and looked into the darkness. He asked vigilantly, "Who is it?"
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