After briefly losing their minds, the people who had been abandoned by the oiran girl gradually regained their composure. Among them, a few people with smart minds and quick reactions suddenly thought that there was a fatal weakness in Zhou Ming, and as long as this weakness was not solved, the oiran would No matter how much the girl likes him, Yi Ming will not get the White Lotus in their hearts tonight.
This weakness is actually very obvious, that is, the guest fee of three thousand taels.
For dignitaries like them, this money is just money for a meal, but for ordinary people, it cannot be earned in a few lifetimes.
Although Zhou Yiming is a head catcher, his position is humble and his monthly salary is only slightly more than that of those hardworking handymen. If his family had no power, it would be impossible to come up with such a huge sum of money.
And the identity of Zhou's head catcher has clearly proved that his family has absolutely no influence at all. Otherwise, how could he let his son become a head catcher with no future?
After thinking about this, the few people with a little more flexible minds immediately felt good and even hurriedly told others around them the good news.
"Don't be sad, everyone. This little catcher named Zhou won't be happy for long. Just wait and see, he will be kicked out by the oiran girl after a while."
Everyone looked puzzled, thinking that these people had gone crazy because they couldn't bear the blow, so they subconsciously stayed away from these people, and then looked at them warily.
The tall and lanky man who had had conflicts with Zhou Ming before heard a few people say this, and his heart rekindled a little hope, so he asked tentatively: "What do they mean when they say this?"
One of the smart people said proudly: "Look at the way this little man named Zhou has succeeded, it's really hateful.
He deserved it when he was kicked out later. "
Everyone blamed him for showing off and asked him to tell the truth quickly.
I saw that the man was not busy talking, but went to the table next to him to get a cup of tea, moisten his throat, and then said confidently: "Everyone was so angry that they lost their minds just now, so they didn't notice a key point. The problem.
Although this boy named Zhou has won the favor of the oiran girl, please don't forget that this is not enough. To enter the bedroom and wait for the oiran girl, you have to pay a favor fee of three thousand taels. This money Is everyone ready? "
When everyone saw this question, they all reached into their pockets to confirm that the three thousand taels of silver notes were there, so they all gave a positive answer.
The smart man smiled and said: "We all brought this money, but the boy named Zhou definitely doesn't have so much money. As long as he can't pay the favor fee, he will not only be kicked out by the oiran girl, but also be kicked out by the court lady." Spend a full floor beating."
Everyone understood in their hearts, and at the same time they were very happy. Fortunately, this boy named Zhou was a pauper, otherwise the goddess in their hearts would have been tarnished tonight.
With this reassurance in their hearts, these dignitaries who had been howling just now immediately returned to their usual arrogance and domineering attitude, waiting patiently where they were, waiting to see how Yi Ming would be punished if he couldn't pay.
As he approached the door of the Oiran girl's bedroom, Zhou Yiming felt a little uneasy. He was short of money. When he came here just now, he thought he would have the opportunity to rely on his talents to show off in front of others, so as to win the Oiran girl's heart and realize his dream. Ling Yuan got the opportunity to serve.
Unexpectedly, the reality is cruel. Even though he tried all his tricks, he did not get the chance to show off his talent. Although he still won the favor of the oiran girl with his handsome appearance, it was still a business in the end.
If it’s a business, you have to pay.
Zhou Yiming thought to himself, what should I do? When he arrived at the bedroom after a while, he couldn't find out the reason. After finishing the work, he couldn't get the favor fee. With his ability, he wouldn't be beaten to death, but he couldn't afford to lose this person.
After all, he was not the only one here today. There were also a large number of brothers from the yamen behind him. Deng Tong and Xia Dezhang, two narrow-minded people, had been tricked by him many times. Their eyes were wide open, waiting to be dealt with. If I make a fool of myself this time, wouldn't that be an opportunity for others to point their guns at?
After thinking again and again, he said to the little maid who was leading the way: "Girl, I, Zhou, came out in a hurry today and didn't bring much money. Can I keep an account of the oiran girl's favor fee and make a white note?
Don't worry, I, Mr. Zhou, am absolutely upright and honest. When I get back, I will send someone to deliver the money immediately. "
Although Yi Ming's voice was very low when he said this, he couldn't help but the dignitaries behind him were all staring at him. They could hear every word clearly.
"Ha ha."
"Is this kid exposed?"
"Without that diamond, don't take this porcelain job."
"If you don't have money, get out, I'll go in for you!"
These people were like people who were dying of thirst in the desert and suddenly saw an oasis. Not only did they see the hope of living, they also laughed and shouted happily. Some people even danced on the spot, and the scene was very chaotic for a time.
Zhou Yiming was too lazy to pay attention to them. It was so easy for these losers to find some psychological comfort. It seemed cruel to dash their hopes right away.
In fact, Zhou Yiming had already made preparations in his mind. If the little maid said that he could not keep accounts, he would have a solution. At worst, he would risk losing face and go upstairs to find Deng Tong and the others, forcing them to go back and find a way to raise money for him.
After all, they and I were in the same yamen, so it would be better to lose face to them than to lose face in front of these dignitaries in the flower hall.
When the little maid heard Zhou Yiming's question, she immediately stood up, turned around and said with a smile: "Young Master, don't worry too much, my oiran girl is devoted to you, so the guest fee is naturally waived, Young Master, just come with me."
"Huh?" Zhou Ming was stunned.
No way? There is such a good thing, but you don't even want money, so I can do it for nothing... what, how can this be so embarrassing?
Even though he was as thick-skinned as Zhou Ming, he felt that the pie falling from the sky was so big that he had an unreal feeling.
When the proud dignitaries behind him heard these words, they all stood there like wood and clay sculptures, motionless. Everyone's eyes were as big as eggs and their mouths were wide open. Can't close.
"Did I hear you correctly? The oiran girl doesn't even want a guest fee?" A person asked involuntarily after recovering from the shock.
Then came the sounds of shattering. These sounds did not come from cups and pots, but from the heartbroken sounds of dignitaries.
Everyone was enveloped in despair, and for a moment they didn't know who to blame for this incident. Is it because they themselves had pig heads and dog faces? They were so useless? Or is it because the villain Zhou Yiming suddenly appeared and deceived the oiran girl's feelings?
Or maybe it's because the courtesan is so unsentimental, so changeable, and so frivolous?
Thinking of this last point, everyone shook their heads and quickly removed this idea from their hearts, because until now, the oiran girl was still a holy white lotus in their hearts, and they did not even allow their thoughts to insult her.
Zhou Ming, who had completely won, looked back at the losers and showed infinite sympathy: "Oh, thank you all for your concern just now. I really didn't expect that the oiran girl was so thoughtful and even paid for me. , it’s so touching.
I'll go first. If you don't feel embarrassed, feel free to stay here. If you hear something and get irritated later, I'll say sorry here. "
After saying that, Zhou Ming turned around and walked into the oiran girl's bedroom coolly.
"I'm not alive anymore!"
"Without the oiran girl, there would be no color in the world."
All the dignitaries looked at Yi Ming's retreating figure, wailing and crying like their dead father.
Outside the flower hall.
Deng Tong and the others, who had been guarding the door, were always paying attention to what was going on in the flower hall. Just now they heard someone inside crying and crying. Not long after, they heard someone inside laughing loudly. They were very happy. At this moment, there was another wailing inside. The sound confused them all at once.
It's just a courting of an oiran girl. Shouldn't it be so lively inside?
The officials stared at Deng Tong and Xia Dezhang with puzzled faces and couldn't help but said: "Boss, is there something big going on inside? Should we go in and take a look? If anything happens, we can also help Zhou catch the head. "
Deng Tong pondered for a moment, thinking that based on what had happened just now, he thought it might be that Yi Ming was not attracted by the oiran girl and was not convinced, so he beat him in public to vent his anger.
If this is the case, then Zhou Ming will be in big trouble. Not only will he be embarrassed and lose all his prestige in front of his brothers this time, he will also offend a bunch of people he can't afford to offend.
No one who can enter this flower hall is rich and powerful. Although Yi Ming has made great contributions, he has already offended the most powerful minister Yan Qiu. Being able to save his life is considered a blessing among misfortunes. If he offends him again this time Some powerful people, the King of Heaven and I can't save him even if he comes.
Thinking of this, Deng Tong secretly made up his mind that no matter what trouble Yi Ming got into, he and his brothers would never go in to help, otherwise Yi Ming would drag them into the water.
"Don't be impatient. There are people inside that we can't afford to offend. If you rush in without knowing the situation clearly, if you cause trouble, not only will you not be able to help Mr. Zhou, but you will also cause trouble for him." Deng Tong pretended, An upright look.
Xia Dezhang glanced at him and immediately understood what he was thinking. Although he thought his move was too cruel, he didn't say much in order to protect himself.
At this time, a little maid hurriedly came out of the flower hall.
Deng Tong led everyone, took a step forward, stopped the little maid, and asked hurriedly: "Girl, what happened in the flower hall? Why are you crying like a ghost?"
The little maid smiled slightly: "Oh, don't mention it. My oiran girl finally chose a benefactor tonight. Those guests who were infatuated with my girl saw that my girl had their heart, so they were heartbroken and shed tears in the flower hall.
Dear guests, don't worry, let's go. "
