Zhao Yuannu's eyes fell on Zhao Tong and he was stunned.
Two red clouds appeared on her pretty face, and she couldn't take her eyes away.
What a handsome young man!
Even the expression, movement, temperament and charm are all first-class.
Even though Zhao Yuannu was in places like Fanlou, singing lyrics and songs, picking people up and dropping him off, and seeing countless people, he had never seen such a handsome and jade-like young master.
Zhao Yuannu looked at Zhao Tong, his heart seemed to be tightly entangled by a rope, his breathing became a little rapid, his legs were tightly together, and his whole body was trembling slightly involuntarily.
Mei Niang next to her saw her expression, smiled knowingly, and reminded her in a low voice: "Madam, do you want to go into the pavilion to talk?"
Zhao Yuannu was awakened by her, and could not help but show a hint of shyness, and whispered: "Wouldn't it be intrusive to the distinguished guests if we go in like this?"
Mei Niang was surprised when she saw this. She had been in Fanlou for many years. She was originally a musician. Because she was good at socializing, she was promoted to take charge of the third-floor pavilion because she was old. She had seen a lot in her little life. Guang is not comparable to Zhao Yuannu and Li Shishi.
It's just that the oiran lady's expression and behavior were something she had never seen before. I'm afraid it's not an ordinary thing that caught her eye, but maybe she was tempted.
Mei Niang laughed softly and said: "Madam, you are worrying too much. There is no reason to be abrupt. The young master in the pavilion wants to see Madam again and again, and he is quite impatient."
Hearing this, Zhao Yuannu bit her lips lightly and said, "Then... meet this young master?"
Mei Niang said: "We should see you, we should see you."
So she knocked on the door, and when there was an answer from inside, Mei Niang led Zhao Yuannu in.
Zhao Tong was sitting quietly behind the case. He had known someone was coming from outside, so he couldn't help but raise his eyes to see.
Behind Mei Niang was a slender woman, about ten years old, who was extremely charming and graceful.
Wearing a light pink dress that reaches the floor, her slender waist is tied with a cloud belt, which shows that she is not full. There is a seven-treasure coral hairpin in her hair, which makes her face look like peach blossoms.
Seeing that her skin is like snow, like a gelatinous snow lotus, her dimples are as red as fire, her small cherry mouth is not dotted but red, and she is as delicate as a drop. Her white and delicate skin is straight under her neck, and she has a pair of soft, round and thin shoulders. Alluring style.
Zhao Tong's eyes immediately straightened up. Without waiting for the other party to salute, he burst into laughter and said, "But Madam Zhao in front of you?"
Zhao Yuannu also ignored Mei Niang at this moment, stepped forward and said to Wanfu: "It's just that Yuannu came late. I don't know how to call the young master."
Zhao Tong smiled and said, "To be honest with Madam Zhao, Madam Zhao and I are from the same family."
ah? Zhao Yuannu was stunned when he heard this, and thought to himself, why is his surname Zhao?
But then she laughed at herself for being nervous. There is only one official family in the world, and only the official family cares about this. How can others care about this if they don't get married.
But when she thought about getting married, she couldn't help but feel excited, and suddenly she had the idea that if she really got married, then she would be better off marrying this young master. Even if the young master didn't have money to redeem her, she could just redeem herself.
But she knew that this was impossible. The young man's clothes and demeanor showed that he was from an unusual background, not to mention that he had a lot of money to come to Fanlou West Tower.
With her status, if she married into an ordinary family, she would not be able to be a wife. Anyone with some money and influence could only be a concubine. Even if she married a poor scholar, she would not be able to become a wife, because scholars have to take exams for merit. If you want to be an official in the future, having a wife who is a courtesan is a stain on your official career.
Thinking of this, I couldn't help but feel a little gloomy, but I didn't want to be seen on my face. I looked at Zhao Tong and smiled and said, "It turns out to be Mr. Zhao. Yuan Nu is rude. Yuan Nu... I'll have a drink with you."
Zhao Tong said: "I have admired Mrs. Zhao for a long time. Madam, please come and sit down." As he spoke, he patted the place next to him.
Upon hearing this, Zhao Yuannu's beautiful eyes were looking forward to it, and he walked lightly towards the case.
Zhao Tong then glanced at Mei Niang who was looking eagerly in front of him, nodded and said: "You did a good job in this matter, you deserve a reward, come here!"
A guard immediately walked in outside and bowed: "What are your orders, Master?"
Zhao Tong stretched out his hand and pointed at Mei Niang: "Anyone who always works for me will be treated badly by me and rewarded!"
The guard immediately took out a gold ingot, which looked like more than ten taels. He stretched out his hand and handed it to Mei Niang and said, "Young master, I will give you a reward."
Mei Niang took the gold ingot and smiled so hard that she couldn't keep her eyes open. She kept saying, "Thank you so much, sir. Thank you so much, sir. Then I will go out and wait for you."
Zhao Tong waved his hand: "What are you waiting for? I'll call you if I need anything!"
Mei Niang had no doubt that he was there, and Le Diandian went out.
Zhao Yuannu had already poured a full glass of wine for Zhao Tan, but her heart became increasingly mixed. When she saw the bounty scene just now, she was already sure that the young master in front of her should come from an official family, even if he was in a government office. It's the top-notch kind.
This is because gold rewards are rarely something merchants can do. Gold is rare. Although it can be exchanged with silver, it rarely circulates on the market, and few people exchange gold for silver.
In fact, copper coins have always been in circulation during the Song Dynasty. Originally, silver was only used for bulk settlements. However, in recent years, copper coins have depreciated in value, and broken silver has begun to be used in many places.
As for gold, it is a symbol of wealth and nobility.
Even if the merchant's house has gold, it is kept as a treasure. It is unlikely to be used, let alone rewarded.
Although ordinary officials also have gold, they rarely take it out. In places like Fanlou, silver rewards are enough, so how can they reward gold.
Moreover, he still rewards a servant, and his words are so casual. Even if the family of an ordinary yamen is willing to give gold, it is impossible to reward a servant, at least it must be shown off in front of famous flowers.
At this time, Zhao Yu saw that Zhao Yuannu was just pouring wine for him, but did not sit down. He was looking at him in a daze with his wonderful eyes.
He stretched out his hand, grabbed the jade hand, gently brought Zhao Yuannu into his arms, and said with a smile: "Why don't you sit down, madam?"
Zhao Yuannu was thinking wildly in his mind, but he didn't expect that Zhao Tong would be so bold. He couldn't help but softly shouted: "Ah, Master, this is not allowed."
Usually, even if the guests spent a lot of money to get her to accompany them, they would not sit directly in their arms. Most of them would abide by the rules. Even some scholars would follow some wine table etiquette, but how could she be so rude and direct.
The status of an oiran is different from that of famous beauties or the florets below. After a brothel girl takes the position of oiran, although she will stay overnight with guests, she cannot be like other women outside, casually flirting or talking with guests. You must be careful in your behavior and do not do anything that would lower your status as an oiran.
Even if you want to do it, you can't do it in the Accord, and you can't do it in front of too many people, otherwise the status of the oiran will be worthless.
Zhao Tong held Zhao Yuannu in his arms, and even the other women were surprised. They all knew that such a thing would not happen to an oiran, but they just looked at it, and some even sneered in their hearts.
Zhao Yuannu's voice was like a cat whispering: "Master... please let me go."
Zhao Tong said: "Drink a glass of wine first." After speaking, he picked up the wine glass and brought it to Zhao Yuannu.
Zhao Yuannu's face turned red and he said in a low voice: "I just want to drink. Please let me go."
Zhao Tong watched her finish the glass of wine and said with a smile: "I have heard for a long time that my lady's singing voice is even better than that of the Li family. How about singing a lyric for me?"
Zhao Yuannu felt that his heart was about to jump out of his chest at this moment, and felt that this young man was being extremely rude.
She started her career as an courtesan, but how could she be hugged and teased like this in public? Aren't they all done in the room?
"What words do you want to hear, sir?" This time the voice was lower, like a mosquito buzzing.
Zhao Tong said: "Madam, just sing a song by Yan Tongshu's Huanxisha."
After he said that, he let go, and Zhao Yuannu twisted away from his arms and went to the field.
Hearing the music at this moment, Zhao Yuannu adjusted his hair and gauze skirt slightly, then looked at Zhao Tao and sang softly.
What is sung is:
Time is always limited,
It's easy to say goodbye easily, and you'll be ecstatic,
Wine feasts and songs are indispensable.
My eyes are filled with mountains and rivers, and my thoughts are far away.
Falling flowers, wind and rain hurt spring even more,
It is better to take pity on the person in front of you.
The voice is delicate and enchanting, soft and charming. At first glance, it sounds like an oriole coming out of the valley, a kite crowing and a phoenix singing. It is clear and loud yet gentle and charming.
Direct transmission beyond the Accord...
(End of chapter)
