When it comes to what kind of people are most favored by bosses, apart from princes, nobles and children of aristocratic families, they are the kind of people who are generous and extravagant. As for literati and talented people, they belong to a special group of people. Those who are extremely talented and good-looking

Handsome people are still popular even if they come from a poor family, but if you are not talented enough and not handsome enough, you can imagine how you will be treated.

Although they are just two artificial gemstones that are not very large in size, gems with this kind of champagne color are not common, and artificial gemstones have a characteristic that is different from natural gemstones, that is, they are pure enough. Coupled with the cutting techniques of later generations,

Hold it in your hand and shine it into the light, and it will bloom with dazzling brilliance.

With the eyesight that the owner of Cuihong Mansion has developed after working in this industry for so many years, it is natural that he cannot fail to see the value of the gems in his hands. Even though the two gems are too small in size and cannot be said to be worth tens of thousands, but

For rewards, it is already beyond the reach of ordinary regulars. What's more, to get that person to come forward and forcibly redeem Su Xiaomei, there is more than just a little money that can be measured.

As for the boss of Cuihonglou, although he is not young, his appearance reminds Li Anran of the old saying "A woman is old and her charm is still there". However, it is normal to think about it.

Women who engage in this profession are basically people who have been in the prostitution. Those who can dedicate their whole lives to this career naturally have good conditions. Otherwise, there is no way to open Cuihonglou in such a big way.

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"Xiao Mei, didn't you come to see my good sister for a while? Go and do your business, don't worry about me." Li Anran, who sat down behind the desk, was looking at the boss of Cuihong Building and the guy who was in the way.

After everyone was sent away, he looked at the girl who was still waiting beside him and smiled.

"Master, my family... I have something to ask for." Although she had thought of some unfavorable situations for herself before, Su Xiaomei, who was still relatively simple by nature, hesitated for a moment and said.

"Oh? What's the matter? But it doesn't matter." He picked up the wine cup in front of him and tasted the grape wine in it briefly. After feeling that the taste was okay, Li Anran drank it all in one gulp, and then said with a smile.

"The sister of the slave family is called Xiangyun. Her life experience is similar to that of the slave family. She grew up in the building since she was a child. She wants to escape from the prison. The day before yesterday, she sent a maid to deliver a message, wanting to invite the slave family... I want to invite the slave family..."

Su Xiaomei actually knew very well that since she had redeemed her life, she had nothing to do with Cuihonglou anymore. Just her correspondence with her former sisters was extremely illegal, let alone bringing her new master here because of her own affairs.

.He has made a big mistake both emotionally and rationally. If it were replaced by a wealthy family with strict rules, he would be severely punished at the least, or he would probably be sold after being severely punished.

Thinking of this, even though he knew that his new master was not a harsh person, he still felt a little unable to finish the words.

"Xiangyun? That's a pretty good name. Xiaomei, does she want to redeem herself like you?" Li Anran, who had already guessed the truth of the matter before the other party finished speaking, picked up the wine cup that had just been filled.

, said with a smile.

"I hope the young master will take pity on you." Seeing that her little thoughts had been seen through, Su Xiaomei actually became calmer.

"Have mercy? Haha... If you just want to redeem yourself, there is no need for me to come forward? If you are just short of money, I allow you to use your own money to help me. If it is not enough, it is not too late to find me." He looked at a cushion next to him.

, Li Anran changed his position, half-lying down, and said with a smile.

"Young Master clearly understands that the difficulty of redemption is not all about money." After discovering that her master did not completely refuse, Su Xiaomei, who saw a little hope, quickly explained.

"Oh? Xiaomei, how do you say this? Let me tell you in detail." Li Anran, who originally thought that the ransom was just money and didn't really know what it meant, said while lightly tasting the grape wine in the cup.

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"Xiang Ling, I don't need you to wait here anymore. Go and wait outside the door. If anyone comes, be sure to let me know first." Su Xiaomei, who was not in a hurry to explain, turned her head and said to the maid kneeling beside her.

After listening to the instructions, how could Xiang Ling not know that what her young lady was about to say couldn't be heard by others. She bowed immediately, turned around and left the private room and guarded the door so as not to be disturbed.

After Su Xiaomei calmed down and talked softly and told the story in an orderly manner, Li Anran suddenly realized why Xiangyun, whom he had never met before, must ask the other party to let him handle the redemption matter.

This matter is easy to say. Just imagine, a poor woman like Su Xiaomei is a money-spinner who has been carefully cultivated since she was a child. Even if she is not divorced, she only relies on singing and dancing on weekdays.

It has been able to produce very high benefits. As long as the boss of ** is not mentally ill, who would easily let go of this money tree?

When it comes to redemption money, for high-end "goods" like Su Xiaomei and Xiangyun, their "business" is busy on weekdays, and the price of appearance fees is also high. If you encounter some luxury houses offering rewards, even the price of redemption will definitely not be high.

It's cheap, but after a long time, it's not impossible to pay for it. But, again, it's not that easy to redeem one's life in a money tree.

Hearing this, Li Anran couldn't help but think of Du Shiniang, a famous female prostitute in the ancient novel "Warning to the World".

This Du Shiniang is not only a prostitute, but also the leader of the court. After living in the world for so many years, she has already earned enough money to redeem herself. But why does she still place her hopes on the rich young master of Shaoxing Prefecture?

Li Jia's situation is actually very simple. First of all, the status of women in ancient times is low, let alone special groups such as prostitutes. If they just redeem themselves, then where to go after redemption is a big problem.

Secondly, I'm not a good person. I spent so much time training you to be a courtesan. If I don't squeeze all the value out of you, how could I let you go? Compared to making money, that's

The money to redeem one's body means nothing. Unless you can find a backer that makes the attackers dare not mess around, otherwise, even if you have money, you still can't redeem yourself.

Take Su Xiaomei as an example. If Zheng Chenggong had not come forward, even if someone offered to redeem his life, Cuihonglou would not have let him go so easily. As for Xiangyun, except for the fact that there was no person with enough weight to come forward, this redeemed person

The money is not enough. As for why she is so anxious, it is because the day of her "leaving the cabinet" is imminent.

After listening to Su Xiaomei's sympathetic account, Li Anran felt some pity for Xiangyun. However, he did not express his opinion immediately. After all, he was just an outsider and had no foundation in Lantian County.

Not to mention whether speaking out will have any effect, even if it can be done with the help of Gu Bangcai, Zheng Chenggong and Wu Chengen, how can one know that the matter itself is not a trap?

"Master, Xiangyun and the Nu family are like sisters. I hope you will show mercy to me, Master." Su Xiaomei, who couldn't help feeling anxious as her new master remained silent, suddenly prostrated herself on the ground and said.

"Xiao Mei, has your sister ever told you what you plan to do after you redeem yourself?" Li Anran, who was not in a hurry to agree, asked.

"This..." Su Xiaomei heard that she had received the other party's letter and had no chance to meet in person. She wanted to make a promise, but when the words came to her lips, she didn't know how to speak.

"So, aren't you here to meet your sisters today? Then invite Xiangyun here for an interview." Seeing the other party's hesitation, Li Anran not only was not angry, but nodded secretly, and then said

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If the other party really makes an irresponsible promise to achieve this, Li Anran will not keep such a person with him. Even if he does not sell all his hair again, he will find an opportunity to give the other party his freedom, or use

Leave it to other methods.

"Yes, Master." Seeing that things had reached this stage, Su Xiaomei quickly agreed.

Soon, Mrs. Xu, the owner of Cuihonglou, who had left after Zhang Luo had finished his meal, was invited over.

"I've met Mr. Li." Although she didn't know the origin of the strangely dressed man in front of her, Mrs. Xu knew that this man was an honored guest of the county magistrate and the Zheng family in Xingyang, so she naturally did not dare to neglect him.

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"Mrs. Xu, there is no need to be polite. Today, someone brought Xiaomei here. Firstly, he wanted to meet others, and secondly, he wanted Xiaomei to reconnect with his good sisters. I also hope that Mrs. Xu can open the door for convenience." Looking at Xu Niang.

Li Anran said politely to the other party who was half old and still had charm.

Even though the other party is just a wealthy boss, Li Anran does not think that the other party can open such a large industry in Lantian County, which is very close to Chang'an, and can also do such a prosperous business, but it is just so on the surface.

Simple.

"Li Langjun was joking. Xiaomei is no different from the Nu family's biological daughter, so there is no reason to stop her." At this point, Mrs. Xu turned to Su Xiaomei and said angrily: "Xiaomei,

I've only been away for a few days, why do you look so real? I came here this time to see Xiangyun, and I've already been invited."

"Thank you, madam." Su Xiaomei, who looked at that smiling face but couldn't feel the slightest hint of intimacy in her heart, said with a deep bow.

Before Mrs. Xu, who was standing there, could speak, she saw a woman in a goose-yellow dress walking into the private room with her maid.

Different from Su Xiaomei, Xiangyun, who is one year older, is still in a lolita state by the standards of future generations, but her figure is much plumper. Unlike Su Xiaomei's standard oval face, the other party's

Her face is slightly rounded, and her beauty also adds a bit of cuteness and charm.
Chapter completed!