Chapter 104: Honorable Ways to Play
The group first went to Jiang's house in Nancheng. This is a private house, not a public place to play. Ordinary people can't enter if they have money, but Chai Yun can pass without any obstacles.
As a "newcomer", Han Ruzi was apprehensive, but it turned out to be completely different from what he had imagined. The decoration was exquisite and fresh, and the servants who were ushered and sent were as cautious as the eunuchs in the palace, and almost never opened their mouths unless necessary. , there is no sound even when walking.
The owner of Jiang's house was a man in his forties and fifties. He was tall and had a striking beard. He was dressed like a member of staff. , he was not annoyed, he smiled happily, but he was very polite to Juan Hou, and did not show any special interest.
"Chai Xiaohou, you have to compensate me for the loss." In the room, the master said angrily.
"Hey, we just came in, and we haven't even had a drink yet. How can we lose anything? Lao Cai, you are crazy about money!" Chai Yun was not annoyed, knowing that the other party had something to say.
Jiang Laocai said sternly: "Chai Xiaohou knows. There are not many people who can be called distinguished guests here. Chaihou is one, and there is one you know."
Chai Yun's face darkened, "Cui Teng."
"Yeah, it's better now. As soon as Chai Xiaohou takes action, Second Young Master Cui probably won't come to me for a long time. You say, should this loss be counted on your head?"
Chai Yun laughed loudly and grabbed the beard, "You slick old man, you've got a bad account. Okay, if Cui Teng doesn't come, wouldn't I have to come twice more? Besides, I'm not bringing new people?"
Jiang Laocai smiled and handed over to Marquis Juan, and when the time came, he exited the room and arranged for a geisha and a sommelier.
The room is made of antiques. Everyone sits on the floor and sits on the ground with a food table in front of them. Chai Yun and Hou Juan sit on the main seat. Zhang Yanghao and other four people sit on both sides. Six young women serve the wine. Very soothing, some songs are quite sad.
No one spoke, the sons listened to the tune, and the sommelier poured the wine dutifully without saying a word.
Han Ruzi listened to Mr. Han's lecture on "The Classic of Music", which is full of small words and righteousness. When it comes to appreciation, it is basically zero. He only thinks that the singer is humming and hoarse, and there is no interest at all, but Chai Yun is quite fascinated by it. Occasionally humming along, because of his excitement, he simply lay down on his side and rested on the lap of the bartender beside him.
The bartender skillfully poured small sips of wine into Chai Yun's mouth, and with the other hand brushed the man's temples, as if he were an obedient puppy.
The style of the song has changed so far, and the two singers clearly understand Chai Xiaohou's mind very well. The sadness has turned into a sultry, and the expression is full of love, but it is half-covered. Even the inexperienced Han Ruzi can hear the music in the song. Provocative meaning.
Zhang Yanghao and others have all let go and chatted with the waiter beside him. Han Ruzi didn't like this kind of thing. He lowered his head and drank silently. The waitress approached several times, but he didn't respond. The woman was very well-behaved. .
Chai Yun got up, the bartender and the geisha retreated knowingly, he asked with a smile, "Does Marquis Tien not like it here?"
"The scent is so heavy that it gives me a headache." Han Ruzi thought for a while before finding an excuse.
The other five laughed, and Chai Yun said, "I see, I'm in a hurry, I shouldn't bring Hou Juan to a place like this, go and play elsewhere."
"It's actually not bad here." Han Ruzi was a little worried that Chai Yun would lead him to a worse place.
Chai Yun, however, was someone who had to realize whatever she thought of. She got up and walked out. Zhang Yanghao and the others were in high spirits, so they could only stand up and follow reluctantly.
In another room, Du Chuanyun and a few servants were having a heated fight with a group of waitresses. Du Chuanyun was young, but he knew a lot. He was telling jokes in high spirits, making all the girls giggle. , the jug in his hand kept pouring wine.
Chai Yun took a look inside, turned her head and said to Hou Juan, "This kid is a piece of shit, is Hou Hou willing to give him to me? I'm willing to pay any amount."
"He's not a servant, he's the teacher I invited..." Han Ruzi would not give Du Chuanyun to anyone.
Chai Yun was also talking about playing, and dragged Han Ruzi away, "Let them play here, let's go somewhere else."
Han Ruzi wanted to call Du Chuanyun, but the other sons rushed up and couldn't help but push him away.
It was already dark, the six people jumped on the horse, threw the servant at Jiang's house, and galloped on the street. Chai Yun was already a little drunk and screamed, causing passersby to avoid.
After returning to Beicheng, Chai Yun calmed down a bit, and her mood changed again. She actually became worried about the country and the people, and walked side by side with Hou Juan, and said, "hou Juan probably thinks I'm just a drunkard, but in fact, I don't have Ling Yunzhi. Zhi? But what's the use? Da Chu is already like this, instead of being thankful for his efforts, it is better to go with the flow, what does Marquis Tien think?"
"I'm following you 'going with the flow' now, and I don't even know where I'm going."
"Haha, it's fine as long as Marquis Juan is still the emperor. I'm willing to stop drinking and lust, and concentrate on being a loyal minister for you."
As soon as the word "emperor" was mentioned, Zhang Yanghao and others felt that they should slow down and stay away from them. Talking freely is not only courage, but also a privilege. Chai Yun has it, but they don't.
Han Ruzi shook his head, "The happiest time in the palace is only when the weather gets a little better. How can there be a chance to roam the capital at night?"
"Well said!" Chai Yun whipped the mount, speeding up, Han Ruzi and the others followed.
Encountered a group of officers and soldiers patrolling the streets on the road, Chai Yun did not slow down, turned into an alley in front of the officers and soldiers, and the officers and soldiers chased after them for a while, then gave up.
"You can't be reasonable with the officers and soldiers!" Chai Yun shouted loudly, and her excitement rose again, "The more reasonable you are, the more they suspect that you have a problem, and run away if you can. They are lazy and won't chase for too long. They will not report it to avoid liability.”
That being said, only people like Chai Yun dare to practice. If he is caught, he has a way to escape punishment. Without chasing soldiers, he laughed arrogantly.
The six people rode around in the streets and alleys. Han Ruzi vaguely felt that the path was a little familiar. He said he wanted to "follow the flow", but he was not ready, and couldn't help asking: "Where are we going? "
Chai Yun didn't answer, and after a while he restrained his mount, "Here it is."
This is obviously the back alley of a certain mansion. Han Ruzi was trying to identify it. Zhang Yanghao said in surprise, "Isn't this Cui's house?"
Han Ruzi remembered that this was indeed Cui's house. He had been here before, and he walked through the main entrance, so he didn't recognize it immediately.
"That's right, it's the Cui family, let's play a little joke with Cui Teng." Chai Yun was in high spirits, and walked forward for a while, pointing to a door and said, "Cui Teng was frightened and did not dare to go back to the inner house, he must live in the house. it's here."
Zhang Yanghao became frightened, and whispered before shooting, "Chai Xiaohou has already won..."
Chai Yun's expression changed, and she glared at Zhang Yanghao coldly, "Are you afraid?"
"No no..." Zhang Yanghao was even more afraid of the person in front of him.
"You played with Cui Teng before, don't you want to offend him?"
Zhang Yanghao sneered, "Cui Er was so frightened yesterday, who would want to play with such a person?"
Chai Yun then laughed, coughed twice, glanced at each of her companions, and suddenly shouted, "Cui Teng, come out and climb the tree!"
Chai Yun shouted a few times, then stopped and looked at her companions. Zhang Yanghao and the others were both scared and excited, and they also yelled at Cui Teng to climb the tree. Only Han Ruzi didn't speak. It is the foundation of Great Chu, but it has declined to this state. People in the palace will probably never see it or imagine it. I once fantasized that Zhang Yanghao would be a fierce general and loyal minister in the future, but it was just wishful thinking.
The back door was suddenly pushed open, and a large group of people rushed out, armed with knives, guns and clubs.
Chai Yun was already prepared, she ran and laughed, Zhang Yanghao and others ran even earlier, and one of them even ran in front of Chai Yun, only Han Ruzi was inexperienced, he ran slowly, a stick flew from behind, wiped He walked over, startling him.
The scolding behind him gradually disappeared, Chai Yun slowed down, and smiled at the Hou Juan who was chasing after him: "This is just an ordinary night."
Han Ruzi smiled and shook his head. The way these people play is really beyond imagination. He also wondered. Zongzheng's mansion and the Ministry of Rites are usually as serious as jailers. They even have rules for walking a few steps. know? Or just ignore it, just like those officers and soldiers patrolling the streets, if you can't catch up, you just pretend that things don't exist?
As the night got darker and darker, Chai Yun's playfulness also became stronger and stronger. She continued to walk on the streets and alleys, and bumped into another officer and soldier on the way. There was no time to speed up to escape. Chai Yun simply stopped and greeted the leading officer. The officer clearly recognized Chai Xiaohou, not only did not scold him, but also sent off enthusiastically for a while.
On a particularly quiet street, Chai Yun stopped again and pointed to a mansion in front, "Does Marquis Tien know whose house this is?"
Han Ruzi had been dizzy for a long time, and had no impression of this place. He couldn't even tell the difference between east, west, north and west in the night, so he shook his head, "I don't know."
"This is the mansion of Marquis Guiyi, let's go visit the number one stunner in the capital."
Han Ruzi was startled, "This is not good..."
Chai Yun smiled and said, "Marquis Juan is really an honest man. This time, it wasn't a surprise attack, nor was it looking for incense at night. We came here by invitation."
"Invited? Invited by whom?"
"Of course it's the beauty Hu You." Chai Yun patted the horse and walked forward, "All thanks to the Hou Juan, it was your idea that I got the beauty's attention. I was invited this morning to meet me in the middle of the night."
Han Ruzi previously suggested that Master Chai Yun should be famous, but he didn't expect to get such a result, "Since it's an appointment with you, it's not appropriate for us to follow."
"What's inappropriate? Hu Youyan is famous all over the world, who doesn't want to take a look at Zhen Rong? You are my most trusted friends. With this opportunity, how can I enjoy it alone?"
Han Ruzi was still thinking of an excuse to refuse, but Zhang Yanghao and others were all excited and thanked them all the time.
"It's actually hard to match the reputation. I've seen this kind of thing a lot. If Hu You is disappointing, you have to be a witness for me. If someone mentions Hu You in the future, let's beat him together."
"What if Hu You is really the unparalleled beauty in the world?" One person asked with a smile.
"I think I, Chai, are worthy of Hu You's beauty, so please make a name for me." Chai Yun was very proud.
The main door of the Marquis Guiyi Mansion was closed, and the group rode slowly under the wall. Soon Zhang Yanghao pointed to the front and said, "Yes."
A wooden ladder leaned against the wall, waiting for good guests.
(It is recommended that the reader is also the author of "Ju Jian"'s martial arts novel "Sa Sa West Wind". Readers who are interested in traditional martial arts can go and read it.)