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As soon as Chu Xunzhen stepped into the Red Chamber, the madam came to greet him.

She waved a red handkerchief in her hand, and a rich fragrance of roses wafted from it: "Welcome, welcome! Gentlemen, would you like to enjoy tea and art, or would you like some special services?"

Liu Xiangning asked curiously, "What kind of special services?"

Chu Xunzhen winked at the madam, then took out a money pouch with his right hand and placed it in her hand.

"We'd like a private room. And some good wine and food."

The madam took the money bag, opened it without any hesitation, and immediately grinned from ear to ear.

"Private room number two, for two guests."

Chu Xunzhen pulled Liu Xiangning along and chuckled, "Special service, it is special service. It can only be understood, not explained."

Upon hearing this, Liu Xiangning's face flushed red.

The two had just sat down in the private room when Chu Xunzhen immediately said to the madam, "Bring a few plates of our signature dishes, and fruit wine. Oh, and ten handsome men too."

As he spoke, Chu Xunzhen slipped another silver note to the madam.

The madam's eyes lit up.

"Oh, distinguished guest! Ten isn't enough. Your spending today has exceeded ten thousand taels, so you're entitled to our all-inclusive performance. Just ask me which ones you fancy later."

"it is good."

Chu Xunzhen nodded and waved his hand, and the madam went to make preparations.

Once the dishes were served, the two lifted their veils and began to eat.

A moment later, the madam led ten young men in.

The ten men each had their own unique charm, and the two women were overwhelmed by their beauty.

My God, these two are absolutely gorgeous. Women this beautiful, I'd even accept them paying me.

The madam was shocked. Although she had guessed that the two girls were not bad-looking, she did not expect that they would be so beautiful.

Looking at the ten men in front of her, Liu Xiangning couldn't help but swallow.

Having seen many burly men at the border, she was almost stunned when she saw these thin, handsome men who looked like ribs.

Chu Xunzhen kindly reminded her, "Ningning, wipe your mouth."

Upon hearing this, Liu Xiangning coughed, wiped her mouth lightly, and then regained her composure.

"Ladies, this is the first batch. If any of them take a liking to you, you may keep them." The madam's voice was obsequious as she waved a large red handkerchief and winked. "Or you can keep them all, that's fine too."

A rich, incense-like fragrance emanated from him.

The madam clapped her hands and said, "Next group."

Ten more tall, refined-looking men walked in from outside and lined up in a row.

The men's eyes widened when they saw Chu Xunzhen and Liu Xiangning.

They were all as energetic as if they had been injected with chicken blood.

Such beauties, they would gladly spend a night with them even without money.

"Zhenzhen, how about we just forget about it? Let's eat and then go back?" Liu Xiangning suddenly felt a little scared and tugged at Chu Xunzhen's sleeve.

Chu Xunzhen was speechless.

"No. They must be served today."

As soon as Chu Xunzhen finished speaking, he waved his hand, and the next moment, all twenty people remained.

"And then, my two distinguished guests?"

The madam grinned from ear to ear and beckoned the next row of people in.

Chu Xunzhen noticed that the people in this row were younger and thinner than those in the first two rows, giving off a feeling of wanting to protect them or bully them.

Liu Xiangning shook her head.

"Then let's keep all twenty people in the first two rows."

Upon hearing this, the madams instructed the young men, "Take good care of our distinguished guests."

With that, she tactfully left.

The twenty men immediately turned their gazes toward Chu Xunzhen and Liu Xiangning with great interest.

Those wolfish gazes filled Liu Xiangning with both novelty and trepidation.

stimulate.

Seeing them about to approach, Chu Xunzhen quickly raised her hand and said, "Stop."

The group paused.

"Each of you will demonstrate your talent in the order we just discussed."

After Chu Xunzhen finished speaking, Liu Xiangning gave him an appreciative look.

The first person in the first group stepped forward.

He was dressed in a blue robe and had a dignified appearance.

"My two distinguished guests, I am Rongrong, and I am skilled at playing the xiao (vertical bamboo flute)."

As he spoke, he pulled a long flute from behind his waist and began to play it.

The mournful sound of the xiao (a type of Chinese flute) seemed to tell the story of a person's helpless and bumpy life.

"good!"

Liu Xiangning clapped excitedly, and at the same time quietly approached Chu Xunzhen and whispered, "Zhenzhen, this place is so much fun."

"Next."

Seeing that the performance was over, Chu Xunzhen immediately called for the next person to go on stage.

Rongrong left with only a reluctant look before returning to the group.

"My name is Qin Qin, and I am skilled at playing the konghou (a type of harp)."

As he spoke, he moved a konghou (a type of harp) from a corner of the room and began to play it.

"Zhenzhen, he's really handsome." Liu Xiangning whispered in Chu Xunzhen's ear.

As the song ended and he was about to leave, Chu Xunzhen smiled and said, "Go, pour some wine for Miss Mu next to me."

Qin Qin understood, a smile appeared on her lips, and she walked over, sitting down next to Liu Xiangning and pouring her wine attentively.

"Miss Mu, is this your first time here? Don't worry. I don't eat people."

In just a few words, Liu Xiangning relaxed completely.

"Next."

As soon as Chu Xunzhen finished speaking, the young man swayed his hips as he walked out, his voice soft and feminine: "I am skilled in dancing, but I need a companion to accompany me."

"it is good."

Two more handsome men with striking features and bright eyes stepped out from the group.

Chu Xunzhen was shocked.

It's truly a pity that someone with such heroic bearing has fallen to such a state.

But the next instant, a burst of drumbeats erupted, accompanied by the sound of a pipa. Zheyao, dressed in a black gauze dance costume worn by men, suddenly began to spin wildly in place.

She has a supple figure and graceful dance moves.

Every step, every movement, is as if it has been refined through countless trials.

His eyes were slightly upturned at the corners, and his gaze was like that of a cunning fox.

His dance steps were rapid, matching the music, as if welcoming a new life. Broad shoulders and a narrow waist, long black gauze sleeves brushed against the noses of Chu Xunzhen and Liu Xiangning, carrying a captivating fragrance.

As the music stopped, he turned his back to the crowd, bent over, and tilted his head back.

Chu Xunzhen slammed her hand on the table and exclaimed in admiration, "Excellent!"

Liu Xiangning stretched out her right hand, beckoned to the three of them, and said flirtatiously, "All three of you, come here."

"The rest of you continue performing. You can form groups, or you can perform solo."

After Chu Xunzhen finished speaking, the others began to form groups and take turns performing.

She swayed her hips and walked up to Chu Xunzhen, her peach blossom eyes filled with deep affection.

Sweat streamed down his chest, soaking the black veil. His figure was partially obscured, creating a hazy, ethereal beauty.

"Honored guest, please have a drink."

"Don't call me 'distinguished guest,' my surname is Mu, and I'm the eldest in my family."

Upon hearing this, Zheyao twisted her waist and was about to fall into Chu Xunzhen's arms.

Chu Xunzhen immediately put her arm around him, helped him steady, and said, "Be careful."

"Thank you, Miss Mu." Zheyao spoke softly, her peach blossom eyes sparkling.

The group chatted happily. Liu Xiangning even let loose and started singing a little tune.

She bent over, trying to get closer to Chu Xunzhen, but Chu Xunzhen discovered her every time.

Looking at that ambiguous smiling face, he dared not approach any further.

Liu Xiangning was dizzy.

These young men are just too well-behaved and adorable.

Chu Xunzhen looked at Zheyao and asked, "Why have you fallen to such a state?"

Hearing this, Zheyao looked somewhat saddened before slowly speaking: "Our ancestors were officials, but unfortunately they offended their superiors and were framed. Not only did they lose their official positions, but the whole family became slaves. And because he and his sister were good-looking, they were both sold into the Red Chamber."

"You danced very well."

"Thank you for your hospitality."

He's already figured it out.

These two, one a young woman awaiting marriage and the other with her hair styled in a married woman's bun, were clearly just here to chat, broaden their horizons, and have some fun.

After the meal, Chu Xunzhen, with Liu Xiangning still feeling unsatisfied, left the Red Mansion.

"Zhenzhen, I've never dared to go to places like this since I was little. If Daddy found out, he'd probably break my legs. This treatment today is just too awesome."

Liu Xiangning was still savoring the moment that had just passed.

They spoke softly and treated her gently. Even when she was being unreasonable, they would say it was their fault and carefully coax her.

Liu Xiangning thought that she should find a husband like this in the future.

The two boarded the carriage and lifted their veils.

Chu Xunzhen then spoke, "Do you know why I brought you here today?"

Liu Xiangning was taken aback and asked doubtfully, "I've only been back in the capital for a short time. Are you taking me to broaden my horizons today?"

Chu Xunzhen smiled and shook his head: "Ningning, you've been at the border all these years. I know you don't like strong men, you prefer thin, stick-like ones. I brought you here today to tell you that there are countless men in the world, and handsome men are all over the sea."

Liu Xiangning nodded subconsciously.

Chu Xunzhen said in a heavy tone, "We are merely honored guests of the Red Mansion. Yet some female guests request their company every day. Every day, they must say the same things and do the same things without changing their expressions. Today, I want to teach you about men's words, how deceitful they are. Don't be fooled by men's sweet talk."

Liu Xiangning understood.

She suddenly widened her eyes and asked, "Zhenzhen, you don't actually think I'd fall for Xiao Qinghan, do you?"

Chu Xunzhen shook her head and said, "You don't know? You've been staring at his dimples the whole time. He's bumped into you several times, didn't you notice?"

Liu Xiangning chuckled silently.

Chu Xunzhen said earnestly, "Listen to me, you absolutely must not marry him. This man already has a family, but he's hiding it. Judging from his appearance, he's all sweet talk and a treacherous heart."

"Zhenzhen, you're so kind."

Liu Xiangning hugged Chu Xunzhen and gently sniffed him.

"That's great! Treat me to dinner next time."

Liu Xiangning said, "No problem. By the way, my mother really likes your health-preserving bracelet and would like to buy one. Do you have a design?"

Chu Xunzhen nodded and said, "When we get back to the manor, I'll have someone copy down the drawings and prices and send them to your residence."

In front of the Grand Tutor's Mansion.

Liu Xiangning was radiant with joy.

Chu Xunzhen watched as Liu Xiangning returned to the Liu residence before returning to his own home.

Back at the Ninth Prince's Mansion, Chu Xunzhen went to her room to take a bath.

"Chunxi, is His Highness still in the study?"

Chunxi respectfully replied, "Your Highness, this servant does not know where His Highness has gone."

Inside the wooden tub, Chu Xunzhen looked at the roses floating on the water and closed her eyes comfortably, placing her hands on the edge of the tub.

The next instant, a large hand landed on her.

Chu Xun was genuinely startled and turned his head sharply, only to see Nangong Yue with a look of anger in her eyes.

He slightly raised the beauty mark at the corner of his eye, placed a hand on her delicate shoulder, leaned down and nibbled at her earlobe, his voice sarcastic: "Miss Mu, did you enjoy the meal just now?"