bayedsolid Chapter 708 [Under the Brocade 4]
Chapter 708 [Under the Brocade 4]
"Is this the first time for the two young masters to visit our Xiaoxiang Pavilion?" A middle-aged woman dressed in gorgeous brocade and with delicate makeup came over gracefully and asked with a smile on her face.
"That's right!" Youyou smiled slightly, with a beautiful arc on the corner of her mouth, and then said: "We two just arrived today. We have heard that Miss Hongdou from Xiaoxiang Pavilion plays exquisite music, so we came here specially to visit. I wonder if I can have the honor to see her and hear in person whether Miss Hongdou's skills are really as superb as the rumors say."
"Oh, what a coincidence!" A trace of apology flashed across the middle-aged woman's face, and she quickly explained: "Ms. Hongdou has already made an appointment with someone today, how about you choose another girl? The other girls here are all talented and beautiful, and are not inferior to Miss Hongdou at all."
However, Youyou shook her head gently and said with a firm look in her eyes: "As a young master, I must meet this Miss Hongdou today! As the saying goes, when you open a business, whoever bids the highest will get priority service. I have nothing but a lot of silver. I must meet Miss Hongdou today no matter what." After that, she took out a heavy ingot of gold from her arms and placed it on the table, making a crisp sound.
"This... this is not about money!" The middle-aged woman saw this and her face changed slightly. She waved her hands and said hurriedly, "It's because the person Miss Hongdou is receiving today is of extraordinary status. Even we dare not offend him. I hope you won't embarrass us."
"Oh? Do you know who I am?" Youyou said softly with a sly smile on her face. Her lively eyes sparkled, as if they were hiding endless secrets.
The middle-aged woman standing beside was slightly startled, then asked respectfully: "May I know who you are, sir?"
Youyou did not answer directly, but turned to look at Qiuxia beside her, raised her hand slightly, and signaled Qiuxia to introduce herself.
Qiuxia understood what he meant, took a small step forward, cleared her throat and said, "My young master is the young...master of the Yan family." At this point, she paused for a moment, as if she was choosing her words.
"But is it from Lord Yan's family?" the middle-aged woman asked hurriedly, her face full of curiosity and awe.
"That's right." Qiuxia nodded without hesitation.
However, the middle-aged woman suddenly shook her head and said with a puzzled look: "Gentlemen, please stop lying. Everyone knows that Lord Yan has only one son and one daughter! I have the honor of meeting Lord Yan. He does not look like you, and Lord Yan is here today." As she spoke, she pointed in the direction of the upstairs.
Hearing this, Youyou was not in a hurry, and still explained with a smile on her face: "You may not know that I am the cousin of the Yan family. I just arrived here recently, so it is normal that you have never heard of my name before."
The middle-aged woman suddenly realized and quickly apologized with a smile: "It turns out that I was short-sighted. I am so sorry! Since you two young masters are relatives of Lord Xiao Yan, you can be arranged in the same box. Lord Xiao Yan is upstairs now. Young masters, please follow me. I will take you there." After that, she made a gesture of invitation and led Youyou and Qiuxia upstairs.
The autumn sunset was like a gorgeous painting spread across the sky. Qiuxia held Youyou's hand tightly, looking nervous and anxious. She leaned close to Youyou's ear and whispered in a low voice: "Miss, what should we do? If the young master knew that we came to such a place, the consequences would be disastrous!"
Youyou gently patted the back of Qiuxia's hand to comfort her. She took a deep breath, turned around, nodded slightly to the kind-looking middle-aged woman, and said softly, "Then I'll have to trouble you, sister."
The middle-aged woman smiled and nodded, leading Youyou and Qiuxia through the winding corridor to the door of the box where Yan Shifan was. She raised her hand and knocked gently on the door, then said respectfully: "Master Yan, there is a man outside who claims to be your cousin and wants to see you, and there is another man with him. I wonder if you can allow them in?"
At this time, Yan Shifan and Lu Yi were enjoying the sound of Hongdou playing the konghou in the private room. The wonderful music was like the sound of nature, lingering in the whole room. Hearing the report from the middle-aged woman, Yan Shifan couldn't help but frown and pondered in his heart. He really couldn't figure out when he had a cousin? This person dared to come here in a false name. Wasn't he really afraid of getting into trouble?
Yan Shifan hesitated for a moment, waved his hand, and said loudly: "In that case, bring them in. I want to see who this so-called 'cousin' is."
"Yes." The middle-aged woman responded, then opened the door sideways and invited Youyou and the other person to enter the box.
Youyou smiled and walked briskly with Qiuxia into the room. Her eyes were instantly attracted by Yan Shifan and Lu Yi who were sitting above her. She also noticed the woman who was playing the konghou gracefully. Before Yan Shifan could speak, Youyou shouted loudly, "Cousin, why didn't you bring me along to such a wonderful place?"
Yan Shifan looked over and was about to start scolding him, but when he saw that it was Youyou, he was stunned. Because Youyou was wearing men's clothes at that time, he really looked like a handsome young man at first glance. After a little hesitation, Yan Shifan reacted, raised his mouth slightly, and said with a hint of sarcasm: "Oh, it's my cousin! I wonder how my cousin got here this time? Does my father know about this?"
Youyou crossed her arms, raised her chin, and answered proudly, "As for my uncle... of course he knows. If it weren't for his consent, how would I have the opportunity to come here? Instead, it's you, my cousin, who has nothing to do and comes here to have fun." After saying that, she winked at Yan Shifan mischievously.
"I heard that Xiaoxiang Pavilion is holding an auction of guzheng today. The little girl Youyou has always had a special liking for this thing, so I came here specially to join in the fun." Yan Shifan explained with a smile.
"It turns out that my cousin came here to buy something he likes for my cousin. I think if my cousin knew about this, she would be very happy." Youyou said in a soft voice, with a hint of envy in her eyes.
"Of course." Yan Shifan nodded confidently, as if he had already seen Youyou's ecstatic look when she received the gift.
At this time, Youyou turned his gaze to Lu Yi, who had been standing silently at the side, and asked curiously, "Who is this young master?"
Yan Shifan quickly introduced: "This is Lu Jingli from the Jinyiwei. You can just call him Lord Lu."
"How is Lord Lu?" Youyou bowed slightly and said softly.
"You're welcome, sir." Lu Yi also responded politely. In fact, as early as the moment Youyou stepped into the room, he noticed this beautiful lady with outstanding temperament. Her skin was as white as snow, her face was beautiful, her figure was graceful, and she was as fresh and refined as a lotus emerging from the water. Lu Yi couldn't help but admire him secretly in his heart. He had been wandering in the martial arts world for many years, but he had never seen such a handsome man. Such a look was probably enough to make countless women fall in love with him and chase him.
"Sir Lu, as a dignified Jinyiwei, you must be very busy with affairs on weekdays! As for me, I have had a dream since I was a child - to become a Jinyiwei as majestic as you. It's a pity that I am not strong enough and always weak and sickly, so I can only bury this longing deep in my heart. Today I have the honor to meet a real Jinyiwei like Sir Lu, which is really a blessing in my life! I wonder if Sir Lu can let me follow him when he is investigating the case? Sir Lu, please rest assured, I will be cautious in what I say and do, and will never act rashly and cause trouble for you!" Youyou looked at Sir Lu expectantly, with excitement and desire flashing in her eyes.
Yan Shifan, who was standing by, heard this and quickly interrupted, "Cousin, please stop fooling around! Lu Yi is busy with official duties all day, so he doesn't have the time to mess around with a young boy like you! Besides, even if I agree, my uncle will definitely not agree to this, so you'd better give up this idea as soon as possible!"
However, after hearing what her brother said, Youyou's pretty face showed no fear at all. She turned her head slightly, her beautiful eyes fixed on Lord Lu, her gaze firm and persistent, and she said with her red lips: "Cousin, I will go to my uncle and persuade him. Lord Lu, now I just need you to give me a clear attitude. Are you willing to take me with you to investigate the case?"
Lu Yi frowned slightly, his face gloomy, and responded coldly: "Sorry, the Jinyiwei case is a confidential matter, no one is allowed to enter." After saying that, he thought to himself: This woman is so determined to follow me to investigate the case, could it be that Yan Shifan deliberately arranged an eyeliner to monitor my every move? Humph, I must not let her stay by my side!
At this time, Yan Shifan on the side also persuaded: "Okay, cousin, don't be willful and reckless, just be obedient, otherwise you won't be able to step out of the house for the next few days."
Youyou bit her lower lip with her pearly teeth, her eyes showing a trace of unwillingness, but facing the resolute attitude of her cousin and Lord Lu, she knew that it would be futile to insist at this moment. So, she nodded helplessly and said, "Yes, cousin." Then, she turned and left. However, this did not mean that she would give up. Since this way was not feasible, she would find another way...
The corners of Yan Shifan's mouth rose slightly, revealing a slightly apologetic smile. He turned to look at Lu Yi and said softly: "I'm really sorry, Lu Jingli, I made you laugh today. My cousin has been spoiled by a group of elders in his family since he was a child, and he has developed such a willful and self-willed character. He usually acts in his own way, and sometimes even I can't do anything about him!" After saying that, Yan Shifan shook his head helplessly.
Lu Yi smiled slightly and responded calmly: "It's okay, Lord Yan, don't worry about it. It's normal for young people to have their own personality. Besides, it makes my cousin look frank and cute." Lu Yi's gaze fell on the stubborn young man not far away, and a barely perceptible smile flashed in his eyes.