The melody of the opera is vague and vague, but it lingers in people's ears. It is subtle and distant, and it lasts for a long time, echoing in the Dongning Bo Mansion.
Chen Fengxu couldn't help but sigh and asked, "Aunt Zhao is listening to the show again?"
Over the past few days, Aunt Zhao has become arrogant because of her favor. Instead of criticizing her, the eldest lady has followed her wishes in everything. Fang Ban was also invited into the mansion just to listen to the opera for Aunt Zhao.
The Lifang Troupe is a popular opera troupe in Beijing today. All the actors in the troupe are beautiful, both in body and singing. Naturally, the amount of money required is not a small amount, but the eldest lady is not stingy.
Even the stage set up in the mansion cost a lot of money. As far as the eye can see, it is full of carved railings, jade, red silk and brocade, and the decoration is generous, luxurious and beautiful.
The old lady never liked her concubines to be so indulgent, but because Shen Yanning had so few men, she turned a blind eye to this.
Aunt Su just smiled bitterly: "Yes, I have heard the story of Wen Jun's entry into the capital alone three times in the past few days, and my ears are about to get calluses."
But she could only talk about it here with Shen Fengxu.
Now that Aunt Zhao is pregnant with her child, no one in the family dares to disobey her, even Shen Yanning obeys her in everything.
"Leave her alone." Shen Fengxu smiled calmly, "Sooner or later she will fall down."
Chen Fengxu originally thought that Aunt Zhao could be used to deal with the eldest lady, so she went to give a few reminders that day, but now it seems that Aunt Zhao is really useless. She is so pampered, even if she gives birth to a child in the future. , will also be disgusted by Shen Yanning.
If a daughter is born, life in the future will not be easy.
What's more, even if she gave birth to a son, he would still be the eldest lady's son, she was just an aunt.
It's a pity that Aunt Zhao doesn't understand this truth.
"It's just a pain for the child in her belly." Aunt Su is now a mother, and she respects others. Although she doesn't like Aunt Zhao's behavior, she still feels sorry for the innocent child.
"It's okay not to mention these, it's not our business." Shen Fengxu shook his head and said, "The most urgent thing is to think about the cause of Nurse Xu's death."
Aunt Su also nodded.
Shen Yumin hasn't been able to sleep well these past few days, nor can she eat well. Fortunately, this is Shen Fengxu's yard, and everything he eats is better than before. Shen Yumin can eat some, so that he won't be starved of water.
For this reason, Aunt Su was very grateful to Shen Fengxu.
But Shen Yumin became more and more depressed. She must have witnessed the death of Nurse Xu, which left a wound in her heart. Even in front of Shen Fengxu or Aunt Su, she remained silent and just lowered her head. , although people are here, their hearts seem to have disappeared.
Shen Fengxu also went to see a doctor, who simply said that Shen Yumin was frightened and needed to be recuperated.
In the evening, Dan Shafang came back from outside and told Shen Fengxu what he had learned along the way.
"My maid went to Dingxiang Tower to inquire. The cook Aunt Su mentioned was named Ye, and she died half a month ago."
"Half a month ago..." Chen Fengxu frowned slightly, "Is there any other news?"
Dansha thought for a while and said: "Chef Ye comes from an ordinary background and usually lives frugally, but lately she seems to be spending a lot of money."
Shen Fengxu pursed her lips: "It costs a lot?"
"Yes, the boy in the building said that I don't know since when, Chef Ye will be wearing some pearls and jade, and the clothes are much better than usual." Dansha added, "And, I heard that Chef Ye is very beautiful. …”
Chen Fengxu let out a breath.
But how much money can a cook have on her body? Her salary for a year is only a few taels of silver, so how can she be adorned with pearls and jade, unless...
Dansha had obviously thought of this too: "She is probably attracted by a young master from some aristocratic family, but none of the guys in Dingxiang Tower know about it. My maid couldn't find out, but she got another piece of news."
"what news?"
"Both Chef Ye's parents are dead, and she has only one older sister, who is now a prostitute in Yongle Square."
Shen Fengxu was slightly startled: "Yonglefang?"
Yongle Square is the most famous romantic place in Daluo. Whenever the lanterns are lit, there will be dancing and singing. No matter they are dignitaries or ordinary people, they can go in and out of Yongle Square to have fun.
The prostitutes in Yongle Square naturally have their own strengths. In addition to their pretty faces, they also have their own skills, whether they are proficient in music or good at dancing.
Dansha nodded affirmatively: "Yes, Yonglefang."
Chen Fengxu pondered for a moment and said, "In that case, let's go to Yonglefang tomorrow."
"Ah?" Dansha was stunned, "Girl, how do we get to Yonglefang?"
Chen Fengxu pulled Dansha over and whispered a few instructions in her ear.
…
The next evening, the setting sun gradually sets and twilight is approaching.
After giving instructions to Chensha in advance, Chen Fengxu and Cinsha cautiously sneaked out from the side door of Dongning Bo Mansion.
Although there were guards on the way, they came out without any danger.
By this time both of them had changed into men's clothes.
Dansha has a tall body and clear facial lines, so he fits the role of a man perfectly. His brocade clothes make his face more delicate and handsome, making him look like a young man from an aristocratic family.
As for Chen Fengxu, who was only eleven years old and petite in stature, he followed Dan Sha like a young servant. He looked very well-behaved and docile, but his eyes were flowing with an indescribable coldness.
The two of them were walking on Nanque Alley.
Walking a little further, we arrived at Yongle Square. Before we even got close, we could already hear the joyful laughter of orioles coming from the square. The entire Yongle Square was brightly lit and extremely prosperous.
"This..." Cinsha's scalp felt numb.
She had never been to a place like this.
"It's okay, let's go."
As soon as Fang stepped into Yongle Square, he was immediately hit by the smell of rouge and gouache. Hua Niang's servants shuttled around the square, entertaining the guests.
Suddenly, two charming flower girls came up and hugged Dansha's arms. One of them smiled charmingly and said: "Sir, come to our Fangfei Building." The voice was melodious and melodious, like the warble of an oriole. .
Another flower girl was also charming and affectionate, and she secretly looked at Dansha: "You'd better come to our Tianxiang Tower."
Dansha glanced at Shen Fengxu in embarrassment: "Where are we going?"
"I think the girl from Fangfei Tower is very pretty. Why don't you go to Fangfei Tower, sir?" Chen Fengxu smiled slightly.
"Okay." So Dansha said, "Let's go to Fangfei Tower."
That day, the flower girl in Xianglou immediately let go of her hand and snorted coldly. Then she saw another guest coming, and she smiled again and greeted them.
"Sir, please come with me." The flower girl from Fangfei Building led Dansha and Chen Fengxu into Fangfei Building.