The song was ethereal and soft, like a fairy voice coming from the sky. The officials followed the sound and saw that under the hazy moonlight, on the small platform at the turning point of the building's overpass, a graceful figure in white gauze was standing against the railing.
, stretching his arms and singing loudly. Soon, the officials saw another beautiful figure dancing lightly under the moon on another small platform on the other side.
The beautiful poems of the water-melody song, coupled with the gentle singing and dancing of two women under the moonlight, made all the officials stare blankly, without knowing where they were.
"It's them. These two women are Gu Panpan and Chu Xiangxiang from Wanhua Tower and Qunfang Pavilion in Hangzhou. They are definitely them. I have seen their dancing skills and singing voices. They were popular in Jiangnan and Zhejiang.
, are the leading oirans in the Southeast. Oh, I didn’t expect that they disappeared a few years ago, but today they are in the capital listening to the fairy music and dancing. It is really a blessing and joy." Someone at the East Tower banquet lowly praised.
"I didn't expect Mr. Wang to be a member of the same group. I used to go to Hangzhou often, firstly for the beautiful scenery of the West Lake in Hangzhou Prefecture, and secondly for the two courtesans Wanhualou and Gu Panpan. We are not afraid either.
You guys are joking, I was extremely obsessed with them at first. Now that you said it, I remembered that I haven’t heard from them for many years. After the Oiran Competition in the Three Southeast Cities, there was no news. The current situation is turbulent.
, I will never go to Hangzhou again." Another middle-aged official sighed softly.
"You two adults don't know anything. Do you know how Gu Panpan and Chu Xiangxiang disappeared? That's because Wanhua Tower and Qunfang Pavilion changed hands to other people, and the two courtesans were in a terrible situation. It is said... It is said that Lin Xiang saved them.
He captured them and sent them to the Funiu Mountains. No, Prime Minister Lin led his army back to the capital, and Chu Xiangxiang and Gu Panpan came out of the mountains again." An official nearby said in a low voice.
"Oh? Is this happening?" the two officials asked in surprise.
"Is that still fake? Don't look at the two oirans in front of you who sing beautifully and dance beautifully. Do you know that one of them had their appearance ruined and the other was almost tortured to death? Just because they took over Wanhua Tower and Qunfang
The boss of the pavilion forced them... Well, let's not talk about it. In other words, it is really rare that we can see them singing and dancing now. Speaking of which, it is sad. "
The two officials were shocked and speechless for a long time. Looking up at the window, the two women under the moon had already thanked each other and began to sing the second song.
"The floating clouds disperse, the bright moon shines upon us, and the reunion and happiness are the most beautiful today."
In the clear and shallow pond, mandarin ducks are playing in the water, with red clothes and green cover, and lotus flowers are blooming.
The two are in love, loving each other, the garden wind is blowing towards the beautiful flowers, and the world is full of tenderness and sweetness."
Compared with the high and empty song of the previous water melody, this song of Flowers and Full Moon is more warm and sweet. Gu Panpan's singing has also changed from ethereal and high to sweet. Honey seems to be dripping from the singing.
Let everyone who listens to this song feel sweet and peaceful in their hearts.
In the "Castle in the Sky" box, when the water tune singer's song sounded, and when Gu Panpan and Chu Xiangxiang appeared to sing and dance, Lin Jue was surprised for a moment. This was not a show he arranged. Chu Xiangxiang and Gu Panpan
After Pan came to Beijing, he had not seen them, but Qianqian and the others had some contact with them. Lin Jue was busy with the government affairs that were waiting to be done, and the military affairs of the army's conquest. He had no time to spare, and he didn't know what Chu Xiangxiang and Xiang Xiang were.
Looking at Panpan's current situation. If the banquet had not been held here today, Lin Jue would not have had the opportunity to enjoy the singing and dancing of the two.
When Lin Jue listened to Gu Panpan and Chu Xiangxiang singing and dancing, he felt very emotional. The changes in people's destiny are really shocking.
People are elusive. Gu Panpan and Chu Xiangxiang almost died in Hangzhou, and he saved them by chance. Now that they can sing and dance here, it is really a blessing. If he hadn't gone there because of other things,
If we go to Hangzhou, I'm afraid they are no longer alive.
It seemed that it was the result of the transfer of Wanhua Tower and Qunfang Pavilion from the palace to Qian Zhongze, and Qian Zhongze forced the two courtesan to sell themselves at a low price. But in fact, it was the huge impact of the overall turmoil of the country on the fate of individuals.
Influence.
If it weren't for Liang Wang Guo Bing who had to sell the properties of Wanhua Building and Qunfang Pavilion due to pressure, Gu Panpan and Chu Xiangxiang would still be living a comfortable life. But Guo Bing was forced to sell Wanhua Building because of the situation, and Gu Panpan and Chu Xiangxiang
There was no way to decide his own fate. The reason why Guo Bing sold Wanhua Building and Qunfang Pavilion was because of the pressure from Guo Chong. Guo Bing did not want to be caught by Guo Chong, so he sold the brothel industry.
The tragic thing about the fate of small people is that they have no control over their own destiny. The turmoil of the current situation and a simple decision by a powerful person can change their destiny in an instant. The destiny of an individual is in the overall situation.
There is no resistance at all in the decisions of high-ranking people. They are like fluffy grass in a strong wind, without any direction, flying with the wind, up or down without dignity and autonomy. But I have actually worked hard over the years.
Isn't the original intention of struggle just to be able to decide one's own destiny independently and not to let the destiny be controlled by others?
It has to be said that after experiencing hardships, life and death, Lin Jue felt something he had never felt before from Gu Panpan’s singing and Chu Xiangxiang’s dancing. The setbacks and hardships also polished the character of Gu Panpan and Chu Xiangxiang.
, this can be felt from their singing and dancing. How proud and domineering the two leaders of Wanhua Tower and Qunfang Pavilion were. They regarded themselves as phoenixes in the sky, and they naturally accepted the praises of their admirers.
Their singing and dancing skills at that time were naturally exquisite, but their singing lacked soul and their dancing skills lacked spirit. They were just simple singing and dancing skills. Although they were good, they were difficult to impress and infect people. You
There is no way to say that they can't sing or dance well, but they always feel that something is missing. And tonight, Lin Jue heard something different in Gu Panpan's singing. When she sang the song "Shui Tiao Tou", she heard something different.
It is open-minded and lofty, and when the moon is full and singing, it has a sweet and warm flavor. This is the improvement after experiencing the experience of the state of mind and the tempering of worldly affairs. This is no longer something that can be displayed by skills, but the expression of the emotions in the heart.
It is the sudden enlightenment that comes after mastering the worldly affairs.
"You're such a good Zhang, you're really good at flattering me. When did you secretly invite these two people to come, and they sang two lyrics by our Prime Minister Lin? Is this the little show you arranged? But it took a lot of thought.
Ah, you are so flattering. Hahaha." Ma Qingshan pointed at Zhang Tong and laughed.
Everyone at the banquet laughed. Ma Bin raised his thumb and praised: "Shopkeeper Zhang has lost his talent in business. If he becomes an official, he will not rise to the top."
Zhang Tong hurriedly cupped his hands and said: "My lords, you are making fun of me. I just think that tonight is the Mid-Autumn Festival, and the house is full of distinguished guests. How can we not have lyrics and music to add to the fun while admiring the moon? If we talk about Mid-Autumn lyrics and music, who else can sing these two songs besides Lin Xiang?
What about? The lyrics of the Shui Diao song have not been sung in the capital for several years. Since Lin Xiang left the capital that year... that year, Lin Xiang's poems have been banned from singing. Today, the little old man heard it again,
In fact, I am filled with emotions and lamentation."
After hearing this, everyone stopped teasing and nodded silently. After Lin Jue rebelled from the capital, all poems and articles about him were banned. Lin Jue's lyrics were sung by various brothels.
They were all forbidden to sing any more. At first, most of the diners in Fan Lou ordered songs with lyrics and lyrics written by Lin Jue. Later, they were no longer allowed to order songs and lyrics by Lin Jue. Naturally, Zhang Tong knew this. Zhang Tong actually meant what he said.
In the past few years, things in the world have been complicated, chaotic, and the world has been turned upside down. Listening to this song again today, I really feel like I am in another world.
"It's really impressive that the shopkeeper is so thoughtful. However, what I'm curious about is how you found Gu Panpan and Chu Xiangxiang, and how you were able to invite them. As far as I know, they haven't been seen in public for a long time.
Lin Jue said with a smile.
Zhang Tong said with a smile: "It's better for you two to explain this to Prime Minister Lin. They are here."
On the overpass, Gu Panpan and Chu Xiangxiang met at the same place after their performance, and slowly walked towards the air pavilion where Lin Jue and others were. The two stood on the railing outside the pavilion fence and saluted everyone inside.
"Gu Panpan Chu Xiangxiang has met Mr. Lin and all of you."
Lin Jue smiled and said: "You two have given us a surprise. I didn't know there was such an arrangement beforehand."
Gu Panpan wore a gauze mask, covering her ruined face, and said in a soft voice: "Mr. Lin has many things to do every day and is busy with business. Our sisters have been in and out of your house many times but have not seen Prime Minister Lin. How can I tell you? Shopkeeper Zhang has kindly invited me today.
, it’s Prime Minister Lin’s banquet again, and we sisters are naturally here to add to the fun. Time is not forgiving, and the singing and dancing skills have been ruined, and it may be difficult to listen to it. I hope Prime Minister Lin and all your lords will understand. "
Lin Jue smiled and said: "You are too humble. The two pieces of music today are the most comfortable and satisfying that I have heard in the past few years. Their skills have been completely reborn and have reached a state of perfection, while Piaomiao is as wide as nine days away.
, Honey and softness are like fireworks in the world, infinitely beautiful. Thank you both for bringing us the enjoyment."
Gu Panpan's beautiful eyes shone, and she looked at Chu Xiangxiang, who also looked delighted, and breathed a long sigh of relief. With Lin Jue's praise, tonight's performance was considered a success.
"That shopkeeper refused to tell me how he found you. Haven't you stopped showing up to perform for a long time? Is it just for my face, Mr. Lin?" Lin Juexiao asked.
"That's not entirely true. Did I offend Prime Minister Lin by saying this, but to be honest, we have actually reached a business cooperation with Shopkeeper Zhang. Soon, we will reopen the song shop and operate it in cooperation with Fan Lou
"Xiang Lin, haven't you heard what the ladies at home have said about this?" Gu Panpan said with a smile.
Lin Jue was stunned and said in surprise: "Are you going to cooperate with Fan Lou to open a singing studio? I really don't know. What? Are you two going to make a comeback?"
Gu Panpan said: "Didn't Prime Minister Lin call on all walks of life to work hard to revitalize? My sister and I discussed, what should we do in idleness? It would be better to open a singing hall and teach singing and dancing skills. We can also respond to Prime Minister Lin's words and contribute to the society.
Let’s do our part to make the Great Zhou Dynasty prosperous. It is said that those who sing and dance to achieve peace are in a prosperous age. Although the Red Pavilion and the singing studio are the place of mortals, it is also a symbol of the prosperity of the Great Zhou Dynasty, isn’t it?”
Lin Jue stood up slowly, put his hands on his hands and laughed and said: "It's said well, that's how it should be. It's better to join the world than to be born in the world. It's better to be proactive and make your own contribution than to be alone. This is the attitude of life. Thank you both. Come.
, please take a seat, I want to toast you a drink."
When Gu Panpan and Chu Xiangxiang thanked them and went to the table, Zhang Tong asked the Fan Lou clerks to hold the lamps in a deep voice. Fan Lou's clerks lit the lamps one after another, but they were not the white candles before, but the palace lanterns that had been hung in advance.
I thought it was just decoration before, but unexpectedly, all the lights were prepared. But when I saw the palace lanterns twinkling all over the building, it was as beautiful as the stars. The whole banquet entered a climax again.
