atypical prostitute

Chapter 75
Compared with the leisurely Princess Changsha, King Changsha was a little restless.

Only one day later, Princess Changsha came forward and invited Lici to stay in the palace for a while.

And made it clear that only Fu's wife is invited.

The eldest princess was not dissatisfied with this at all. Li Ci felt that she probably knew the purpose of Princess Changsha's invitation, but she didn't say anything. One is red plum.

Before getting out of the car, he even clenched his fingers to cheer himself up: There is no good banquet, there is no good meeting, and the Changsha princess's Hongmen banquet, you have to be careful.Don't fall for this trick of pretending to be a pig and eating a tiger!

……

In the end, when he really arrived at the scene, seeing all the beauties gathered together, Li Ci realized that he seemed to be thinking too much.

Princess Changsha didn't just invite Li Ci this time. Looking around, the unmarried ladies who are ranked among the top in Beijing are all ready to dress up. Only Li Ci can only wear plain clothes because of her filial piety. Among the clusters of flowers, it seemed a little out of place.

It was embarrassing, but there was a pretty purple lady from the Jiang family holding a gold-plated lady's cup, came lively, took Li Ci's hand, and said: "It can be regarded as seeing a familiar face. Come, sit next to me. "

Seeing that Zi Niangzi's face was still round and happy, Li Ci felt relieved for a while, and seeing that Lu's daughter was not present, he couldn't help but heaved a sigh of relief, sat beside Zi Niangzi, and asked in a low voice: "What's the matter today?" ? I look at the past and see faces that are all familiar."

Zi Niangzi took a sip of fruit wine, curled her lips and said: "Most likely some people think that the position of great treasure is already in their pocket, and they can't wait for the emperor to choose a concubine."

Although the words were a little naive, they were not unreasonable. Li Ci nodded, poured some fruit wine, and handed it to Hongmei.

He has long been used to the slave-holding atmosphere of the Xie Dynasty, but every time he sees Hongmei's gorgeous face showing a stubbornness that does not match her age, Li Ci always feels that she is abusing child labor.

Hongmei didn't accept the wine she handed over, but Zi Niangzi, because of Li Ci's action, noticed Hongmei.

She is innocent and innocent, seeing that Hongmei is very beautiful, like the golden boy and jade girl in front of Guanyin, she is so happy that she takes off a Baizixi butterfly bracelet and wants to put it on Hongmei.

Hongmei squinted at Li Ci, seeing that she didn't say anything, she accepted it without saying a word.

Li Ci took into account every movement she made after taking the bracelet.

The bracelet is made of pure gold, the whole body is engraved with the pattern of Baizixi butterfly, and it is exquisitely hollowed out. When it shakes gently, the large gold sand inside collides with each other and makes a crisp sound, which can be described as unique ingenuity.But Hongmei was not surprised when she took the bracelet, she put it on her hand, with a casual and lazy expression, it can be seen that she is indeed from a very wealthy background, and she was used to seeing rare things since she was a child, so she gave birth to such a casual look.

Zi Niangzi didn't know these things, seeing that Hongmei's attitude was neither humble nor overbearing, and she didn't show her flattery even after receiving a heavy gift, she was more and more satisfied.

Just as she was thinking about how to ask the fourth wife of the Fu family to redeem her, Princess Changsha arrived.

After all, it is a person who has been suffering from chronic illness. Although the princess is dressed up, she can't hide her haggardness.

She also has self-knowledge, she doesn't wear the popular style of hairpins in a bun bun with the temples hugging her face, but wears an antique pick bun, which is as tall as clouds, and although there are few accessories, each piece is worth tens of millions of dollars. She walks slowly and has her own Majesty overflows.

Shangguan Nushi—now it should be renamed Shangjujiji—closely followed, still covered in jewels, but in the end she lost her arrogance.When she passed the seats of Li Ci and Zi Niangzi, she gave a sideways glance. Unfortunately, she thought she would not show any traces, but she was still caught by Li Ci.

This woman is really difficult.

Thinking to himself, the concubine had already taken her seat, and all the girls left the table to salute, congratulating in unison.

"The princess is a thousand years old!"

The concubine is soft-tempered, and said softly: "Ladies and gentlemen, there is no need to be polite, get up quickly."

So everyone returned to their seats.It was only then that Li Ci noticed that the seat ranking this time did not seem to be directly related to the status of the powerful.For example, Jing Zhaoyin was a low-level official in the capital where rich and nobles gathered, and few people remembered him when he was entertained by the powerful.But this time Jing Zhaoyin's only daughter was not only invited, but also arranged to sit only two seats away from Zi Niangzi's seat.

Really unusual.

Could it be that they are sorted by the age and appearance of the ladies?
But neither.

I looked carefully and found that the people who were close to the princess, except for those born to rich and powerful families such as Zi Niangzi, were all local officials' wives in central Beijing, such as Jing Zhaoyin, the commander of the twelve guards of the Imperial Army, and their official ranks. It's not high, but it's all about the key.

It seems that the battle on the front line may not be smooth sailing.

Li Ci thought to himself, a sneer could not help but appear on the corner of his mouth.

Not wanting to be careless at this moment, she was seen by the court secretary, she harbored resentment, and took the opportunity to make things difficult: "Qian'er saw that the fourth lady was smiling all over her face. Could it be that something good has happened to her recently? You might as well say it, so that Qian'er is also fond of it." Happy."

Knowing that she was making things difficult, Li Ci rolled his eyes and said tit for tat: "Yesterday, a vicious dog forgot its identity and broke into the eldest princess's mansion to bite. It turned out to be aggressive, but it fled. Suddenly recalling, I couldn't help laughing for a moment, so that Please forgive me for being disrespectful in front of the palace."

Everyone knows who the vicious dog is.

Princess Changsha immediately shook her fan and said, "Si Niangzi is really funny."

Li Ci also leaned forward and said, "A vicious dog bites a person, but it hurts the face of the owner."

Zi Niangzi didn't understand what mystery they were playing, she only vaguely felt that the fourth lady of the Fu family seemed to have changed a bit, she was also ignorant, took a few mouthfuls of cold dishes, and praised: "This fruit is not bad."

The female officer at the side hurriedly explained: "This is a precious fruit from overseas, and the princess specially gave it to the ladies to try."

Li Ci glanced at it, and it turned out to be tomato mixed with sugar!

Tomatoes originated in South America and were brought to China by missionaries during the Wanli period of the Ming Dynasty. Because of their bright colors, they have long been used as ornamental plants.It was not until the end of the Qing Dynasty that there were records of eating.

In this era, white sugar and caramel were also considered rare because of the low sugar production technology.

So at this time, a plate of tomatoes mixed with sugar is really extremely precious.

She glanced sideways, and seeing the color on Shang Li Ji Ji's face, she immediately understood, but she didn't take it apart, and took two bites with the ivory chopsticks.

All the girls saw that the candied tomatoes were so brightly colored that they didn't dare to put down their chopsticks, but after hearing Zi Niangzi's words, they knew that it was a rare fruit from overseas, so they held up their chopsticks one after another, and all of them praised it after tasting it.

After listening to the record of the lawsuit, I became more and more proud.

Some courtesans performed songs and dances, the pipa was crisp and clear, the dancers filled the venue, and the singing resounded through the sky.It's a pity that all the girls watched the singing and dancing, but they were busy calculating in their hearts.Li Ci couldn't help feeling a pity for the prostitutes: no one appreciates such a good performance.

Fortunately, although almost no one seriously appreciated the singing and dancing, there were a lot of applause and rewards at the end.

——The more you don’t know what kind of medicine is sold in Princess Changsha’s gourd, the more you don’t want others to see through your little abacus prematurely, so everyone applauds and applauds the song, and rewards countless red silk and silk, even more Those who were wealthy immediately took the hairpin and jewelry as rewards.

Li Ci also rewarded some objects unavoidably.

The prostitutes were rewarded and Xie Enfang retreated, only to hear a light cough from the high place, and the Zhaoyang Hall was silent, waiting for the princess to speak.

The princess of Changsha stretched out a hand, and immediately a female official came forward to hold it up carefully. The arm that looked like a reed stick rested on the female official's plump arm, making her thinner and thinner.

Standing on the steps, she said weakly and dignifiedly: "You are all beautiful in Beijing, with a high quality and a heart. The current situation is unstable recently. I invite you to a feast in this embarrassing season. You must be full of curiosity. I don't know why this time. thing."

All the girls said "frightened", and Princess Changsha continued to speak forcefully: "Everyone knows that I am not in good health, and I cannot give birth to a son for the prince. Invasion. Fortunately, I finally got the nod from the prince recently, and I will retire to the side courtyard soon. The ancient Buddha with blue lamps does not care about world affairs. Therefore, today I gather all the splendor in Beijing, and I want to see the two concubines for the prince. I don’t ask about the background, but only the virtue, who People who give birth to a son first will be promoted to the princess."

The sound is not loud, but it hits people's hearts like thunder.

The bait of Princess Changsha is not ordinary delicious and -- thrilling.

Right now, King Yuzhang and King Changsha are fighting for the throne. If King Changsha wins, being a concubine is naturally very good, but being only a side concubine is an honor that ordinary people can't imagine.

But what if King Yuzhang wins?At that time, the king of Changsha will be the rebellious king, and he will be deprived of his land and title, imprisoned and raised in captivity, and his life will be worse than ordinary people!

Those who can be invited to the banquet are from families of officials and officials for many generations, the least of which is that they are also daughters-in-law of wealthy families. They have been educated since childhood and are used to fighting in the backyard. It can be said that every drop of blood in their veins drips with the taste of conspiracy .

If the overall situation has been decided, the position of Princess Changsha is naturally a fight for the head, but in this game of life and death, few people are willing to enter the game.

Although prosperity and wealth are sought in insurance, but one wrong step may drag down the entire family!
Which lady present has the courage, and which lady dares to step over her parents and elder brothers and make decisions for the future of the whole family!

For a while, there was silence, only the gentle and mocking voice of Princess Changsha: "It is always easy to add flowers to the cake, but difficult to send charcoal in the snow. King Yuzhang rebelled, and he has not yet fought the Yangtze River. After all, you have learned the skills of both ends of the first mouse." It's ten to ten."

There are thin-skinned ones that can no longer hang.

Seeing Princess Changsha pointing at Sang and scolding Huai, Li Ci got up and left the table, saying: "Princess Mingjian, my father died to maintain the orthodoxy of the Xiao family. As a woman, Li Ci should follow her all the way. Regarding the side concubine, I ask myself to quit. It's just to protect the lintel of the Fu family, it has nothing to do with the two ends of the first rat."

Zi Niangzi followed suit and said: "My aunt is Princess Runan, if I don't ask myself to quit, I will make things difficult for my aunt and uncle."

After all, both of them bowed gracefully, and they were about to step back.

Princess Changsha did not stop her, and let them leave with their servants.

When he was about to step out of the palace gate, there was a golden armored guard facing him with a horizontal knife, and said sharply: "Swords have no eyes, my lady, please go back."

Li Ci was not surprised by this, but Zi Niangzi, after all, was too young to hold her breath, she immediately turned around, pointed at Princess Changsha, and said angrily, "You—shameless!"

Princess Changsha smiled slightly, and with the support of the female officer, she walked down the stairs and said softly and unquestionably: "Since you are entering the palace for a short stay, how can you come and leave whenever you want?"

As soon as these words came out, the ladies immediately lost their composure, and Li Ci felt dizzy and couldn't stand upright. Suddenly, his palms felt warm, and he lowered his eyes. It was Hongmei who was holding her hand tightly.

The palm is warm and strong, and the pulse is not flustered.

Hongmei is so young and still calm, how can I lose to her as a human being in two lifetimes?

Thinking of this, Li Ci's mind was clear, he raised his head and looked forward.

In front, surrounded by female officials, the princess walked slowly, with the elegance of a superior.

Walking up to Li Ci and Zi Niangzi, he said softly: "Among all the ladies present, the prince and I like you the most. Your appearance, character, and background are all the best candidates for the princess of Changsha. You say that the prince Killing your father is your great enemy, and you swear not to be a concubine. But whether this is an excuse or sincerity, you and I know very well."

Because Hongmei lent her courage, Li Ci was determined, and said coldly: "I don't understand what the princess said."

"Stay here for a few days, and you will understand."

Smiling, Princess Changsha officially spoke, handing over Li Ci and Zi Niangzi to the case secretary.

Shang Li Ji, who has been forced to make a humble gesture tonight, can finally be proud.She pretended to be arrogant and walked up to the two ladies, bowed her body and said: "In the next few days, the servants will be in charge of the daily life of the two ladies. Please forgive me if I offend you."

The first time Zi Niangzi saw her arrogant face, she was about to explode, but she was held back by Li Ci, so she had to give up.

After stabilizing Zi Niangzi, Li Ci rolled up her sleeves and pulled back her robe, folded her hands on her chest, and stepped forward with her head held high, saying neither humble nor overbearing: "Please lead the way ahead."

Shang Li's diary originally thought that it was inevitable to be embarrassed under the power, but he didn't want Li Ci to be imprisoned and his life was hanging by his hands, but he was calm and dignified, but was stunned.

It took a long time to recover, and he said, "Follow me."

(End of this chapter)