Yijuan cloud

Chapter 33 See Lin Se again?

I suspect Fan Li mistakenly believed the rumors.

The front door of this restaurant was deserted and inconspicuous. None of the restaurants and bars we had seen along the way looked more lively and lively than this one.

Fan Li was also very disappointed.

He turned to me and said, "I heard people say that the shabu knives here are good. I thought the wine and food would be good, but it doesn't seem to be true. How about changing to another restaurant?"

"People in the world are shallow, and they all judge people by appearance, and seize things by appearance. Since some people say it is good, then it is not bad, and I won't change it."

Fan Li looked at me in surprise, and a smile gradually appeared on his lips: "You are quite reasonable. To be honest, when I first met you in Yangzhou, I felt that you were open-minded and very courageous, but sometimes you were too much. Be bolder.”

I saw that he looked like he admired me very much, and what he said was very pleasing to the ears. He was very proud of himself, but he smiled and said: "You are wrong, I am careful. If anyone does anything wrong to me, I will But I remember them clearly one by one. For example, someone used a sword to scare me one day, or someone pretended not to know me with a stand. I remember them all! And I was tired and hungry, so I didn’t want to change places. You ride I don’t think so right away, but I walked all the way and walked through half the city to find this restaurant, it would be a loss if I didn’t go in!”

After lifting the curtain and going in, a boy came up to greet him, bowed respectfully, and took the horse away.

There was another little maid leading us inside.

After bypassing a simple stone screen, my eyes suddenly lighted up. The courtyard that entered the courtyard was brightly lit, and strings of silk and bamboo were constantly playing. It was so lively!

The lanterns should be in warm yellow color, which is especially beautiful in the dark night.

From the window, you can see women dancing gracefully in every room.

The dancing stage must have been deliberately placed facing the window so that the shadows could be reflected when dancing at night.

"There's a whole other world inside." I said excitedly.

I used to love sneaking out of my house to listen to people telling stories and singing operas. I had never been to a wine shop, not to mention that there were dancers here.

The maid realized that we were new guests and asked us if we were going to the lobby or the private room.

You can enjoy dancing and singing in the lobby. If you want to play or sing in the private room, you will have to pay a tip.

I would rather be in the lobby, but I didn't know what Fan Li was planning. As I was thinking about it, Fan Li asked me in a low voice how the lobby was. I nodded in haste and said with a smile, "That's what I meant."

He smiled slightly and walked forward with his hands behind his back. I followed him into the house.

The huge hall was filled with guests.

Four or five dancers danced gracefully on the middle stage to the melodious sound of the piano.

When the little maid led us to sit in the sky, I couldn't help but look at the beautiful dancers. I almost bumped into one of them when I wasn't paying attention.

The man was Persian and had blue eyes.

When I first came outside the Great Wall, I saw foreigners from a distance in a carriage, but I had never had such close contact with them. When I saw them at first sight, I couldn't help but let out a soft sigh.

Fan Li was walking in front. Hearing the sound, he turned around and saw me standing with a Persian, and immediately came over.

He stood in front of me, turned around and asked, "What happened? But this foreigner is bullying you?"

I hurriedly shook my head and whispered: "It has nothing to do with them. It's my fault that I didn't look at the road carefully and almost hit someone."

Fan Li then hugged the Persian, turned around and left, and said to me in a deep voice: "Follow me."

I no longer dared to look around casually, and followed Fan Li to sit down at an empty seat.

A piano is over.

After a moment of silence, the sound of the piano suddenly rose, becoming more and more passionate.

The dances of the dancers have also become enthusiastic and unrestrained. They are all Mongolian girls, with enchanting figures and charming gestures.

I was fascinated by the scene when I heard Fan Li snort. I turned to look at him and saw him sitting upright, drinking wine as if no one else was around, and was actually indifferent to the dancers.

I leaned over and held my cheek close to him, and hesitantly asked him in a low voice: "Look at those dancers dancing so beautifully. Don't just drink, why don't you take a look?"

He reached for the jug again and said, "I never like to watch women dancing, and I can't let my mind get distracted when I have wine to drink."

I hurriedly took the wine pot first, poured him a drink, and said, "But as far as I know, men all over the world like to drink while admiring the dancing beauty. Isn't it more enjoyable than drinking alone?"

He picked up the wine glass, lowered his eyes and said nothing. Because of his cold face, I was feeling anxious and regretting my mistake. Unexpectedly, he suddenly shook his head and tsk twice, tapped the table with his fingers and whispered: "Where did you hear this? A How can a little girl say such things?"

I blushed, pretending to be calm and said: "It's always like this in the drama, haven't you seen it? It's usually a character pretending to be a king, eating wine and watching a group of girls dance..." I gradually gave up. Voice.

He had drank several glasses of wine, and his eyes were much brighter than usual. He also leaned towards me, lowered his voice, and said slowly as if every word was squeezed out from between his teeth: "That's all. It’s a foolish king.”

My stomach growled with hunger, and I lost interest in the dancers.

He just looked around, hoping that the food would be served soon.At this moment, I saw the wealthy businessman Jiang Chujie walking towards us.

Because Jiang Chujie helped the King of Yi raise food and grass, and the two had similar interests, they were now guests of the King of Yi's palace.

The last time there was a banquet held for Fan Li at the palace, he also went there. He must have recognized Fan Li at this time, smiling all the way, his eyes always falling on Fan Li.

The first time he returned to Prince Yi's Mansion, Prince Yi hosted a banquet in honor of him, and I went there to serve him a few times. Although I acted with my head lowered, and I was still dressed as a servant, he must not have recognized me, but I quickly looked away. , lowered his head and said to Fan Li: "The businessman named Jiang is here."

While he was talking, Jiang Chujie arrived, bowed and said with a smile: "General Fan Yaxing, our store is so honored to have your presence. I apologize for my rudeness and poor hospitality."

After speaking, he told his attendants: "Hurry and prepare a private room for General Fan."

Fan Li's face was already dark, and now he became even more ruthless. He said calmly: "It turns out this is your shop, so I'm willing to stay in the hall without any trouble."

"The general's willingness to come has already made our store full of glory. Since the general likes the excitement in the hall, I shouldn't talk too much. But our store has a private room decorated with precious weapons. I wonder if the general has one?" Are you interested in a reward?"

Just like that, we moved to a private room filled with swords, daggers and other weapons hanging from top to bottom.

I sat at a table alone, and Jiang Chujie sat at a table with Fan Li.

This time the food was served very quickly. As soon as I sat down, a table was filled with delicacies.

They didn't sit down for a moment since they entered the door, they just stood together to appreciate the weapons.

At first, it was just Jiang Chujie talking and Fan Li playing around, but gradually the two of them chatted passionately about each other.

Fortunately, Fan Li told me to eat first from the beginning, so I ate heartily.

I've finished eating, and the two of them are still talking about those cold knives and swords.

I felt bored, so I opened the window next to me and thought that watching the dance through the window screen would be better than just sitting there.

After watching for a while, I suddenly saw a red shadow passing by, and I saw a pretty woman walking over holding a pipa.

When I came back to my senses, there was a bang in my head, and I stood up suddenly.

"What's wrong?" Fan Li walked over slowly.

I got down and said to him, "I'm going out for a while," and without waiting for his response, I ran out the door.

Outside that window was the other side of the private room, and I had to go around the entire house to get there.

When I ran into the corridor, I saw only maids, geishas, ​​servants, and guests, all looking longingly. Where was the woman holding the pipa just now?
I walked quickly in the direction she was walking. After walking a few steps, I started shouting: "Lin Se!"

"Linse!"

"Thurse!"

"Lin Se, come out, I'm Lin Juanyun!"

……

People passing by looked at me one after another, but I ignored the strange look in their eyes. When I saw the geisha, waitresses, and servants, I stopped them and asked if they knew where Lin Se was.
Everyone shook their heads and said they didn't know. No one knew Lin Se.

Could it be that my eyes are dazzled?

Or is she just a geisha whose profile looks like Linse?

In the dim and elegant corridor, at a glance, there are all unfamiliar faces.

The cool breeze blew the red lanterns under the eaves.

Swinging around.

The sound of laughter and bamboo silk filled my ears.

I suddenly felt a little confused, as if this was a dream.

"What's wrong with you?" My shoulders sank, and Fan Li's voice pulled me back.

I was fully awake.

Linse is dead...

Although I was brave and not afraid of ghosts and gods, I felt inexplicably creepy and uneasy. I took a deep breath and said, "I just recognized the wrong person. It's okay. Let's go back."

(End of this chapter)