Chapter 5: Tonight, I will not pay any money

Ning Chen never expected that his first experience in such a place would be that he was wrapped up by the young ladies

"Miss Hongxiao!" Wan Hong could not help but exclaim upon seeing the young lady seated behind a phoenix-tail zither in the center of the venue

At the moment when the brothel madam spoke these words, Ning Chen finally understood why his "loyalty" points had increased so rapidly, and why there were so many names of young ladies.

Do you know?" Ning Chen looked at Wan Hong and asked

"No blame, no blame," Ning Chen said as he went over to help Hong Xiao to her feet

Seeing Wan Pangzi's guilty expression, Ning Chen said: "Boss Wan, you seem a bit unwell."

Wan Pangzi spent 10,000 taels, merely listening to the tunes through the curtain, without going up to support it himself; wouldn't that make him seem rather inconsiderate

This dance that does not shed clothing is truly more enticing than one that does shed clothing

The excited matron said: "Lord Ning, your impassioned speech on behalf of us women this morning in the court has already spread throughout the streets and alleys.

When the melodious voice of the popular Xiao resounded, the entire Lanxiang Pavilion fell silent

What is going on? Wan Hong furrowed his brows and asked

As the song came to an end, Hong Xiao rose, accompanied by four flower singers, dazzling Ning Chen to the point of near blindness.

Therefore, this can only be attributed to Ning Chen's inherent thinking, as he completely failed to realize that what he said had planted a huge bomb among the women of this era

Even after being baptized by numerous kings and queens of later generations, Ning Chen still found himself unconsciously immersed in it

Moreover, do not complain about the price; there are no discounts here

Ning Chen was deeply moved after hearing these words

After Ning Chen got off the car and took a few steps forward, the young ladies on both sides immediately performed a respectful greeting, their voices melodious and enticing, saying: "Lord Ning, may you have boundless blessings and peace."

Within the Orchid Fragrance Pavilion, there are indeed many distinguished officials and nobles who frequent the place, and thus, it is only natural that a considerable number of them are acquainted with Ning Chen, this notorious traitor

Upon taking hold of it, it is indeed as soft as if it has no bones, and as cool and smooth as jade

These four young ladies, whether in terms of figure or beauty, are undoubtedly the best among their peers. The key is that each possesses unique qualities, and the internet celebrity faces of later generations truly cannot compare to these young ladies.

"My lord, we sisters have prepared a dance for you, and we kindly ask you to enjoy it." Hong Xiao said to Ning Chen as she gently withdrew her small hand after he held onto it for a long time.

Since I am going through this tonight, those purists and critics, regardless of their intentions, will ultimately end up criticizing themselves

Wan Hong is a major patron of Lanxiang Pavilion. Upon seeing him, the madam immediately waved her hand, swaying her hips and approaching with small, quick steps

When they heard these words, they were truly moved

Ning Chen laughed and said: "I just mentioned it casually, you all just dance."

The young ladies all wish to express their gratitude to Lord Ning in person, but they are also concerned about offending him, so they have voluntarily gathered here to wait for him.

The time of a stick of incense has passed, and the price has doubled

This place is not only spacious and generous, but it is also constructed with great elegance

Lord Ning, Hong Xiao also wishes to request of you, to bestow a poem!

Fortunately, the total number of "loyalty" points these young ladies provide for themselves is not as many as the "flattery" points received from a Grand Councilor of the Qing Dynasty

This place is different from what Ning Chen had imagined, with small pink lanterns hanging around.

When the carriage stopped at the entrance of Lanxiang Pavilion, Ning Chen also saw a group of elegantly dressed young ladies in light gauze standing on either side of the grand entrance.

Especially in places like the Orchid Pavilion, the status of young women is even lower

Essentially, when a person comes, drinks a pot of wine, listens to a tune, and then invites a companion for drinking, the normal price for an evening, without engaging in card games, is around 10 taels

However, looking at Wan Hong's expression, it does not seem like he is lying

However, he has come so many times and has not received treatment like Ning Chen's

Without waiting for Wan Hong to respond, Ning Chen smiled and said, "You are thoughtful"

The fourth floor of Lanxiang Pavilion has its own set of rules on each level

"Boss Wan, you are truly thoughtful; you have gone to such great lengths and expense for this occasion," Ning Chen said with a smile to Wan Hong.

Only this bright fourth layer, compared to the one sitting in the center, dressed in delicate gauze, revealing a snow-white swan neck, with skin as smooth as cream and a figure that is both curvaceous and graceful, seems to lose some of its brightness.

One can discern a thing or two from the demeanor of Wan Hong's pig brother

Before falling into the trap, Ning Chen took a hurried glance at his "flattery" points and felt quite satisfied

A four-story building, adorned in red and colorful decorations, with every corner telling you that this is a treasure trove.

Wan Hong is feeling guilty, which is a sign of weakness, yet he still flatters as expected

Upon seeing Ning Chen ascend the stairs, Hong Xiao rose to her feet, her body slightly bending forward, instantly revealing a snow-white cleavage that nearly blinded Ning Chen.

In fact, Ning Chen has still not fully adapted to her identity after the time travel. The prevailing ideology of valuing males over females in this era is alarmingly severe. Although the social atmosphere is somewhat more open, the status of women cannot be compared at all to that of the time and space from which Ning Chen came.

Well, since things have come to this point, I will just let them be

Upon arriving at the first floor, Ning Chen got into the car first, followed by Wan Hong. After getting into the car, Wan Hong finally felt a bit more relaxed.

Although Wan Hong is a businessman, he occasionally indulges in the arts, so he is still able to understand the meaning of this poem

Is it the kind that will fall off? Ning Chen casually asked.

Thus, when Ning Chen ascended to the second floor, the young ladies who could only remain on the first floor once again bowed to Ning Chen, watching him as he made his way to the second floor

Upon witnessing such a beautiful scene, Ning Chen realized how shallow he had been

Moreover, Wan Hong has no need to lie about this matter

The luxurious Maserati drove out from the Wanhua Restaurant, heading towards the Lanxiang Pavilion.

Since it is so moving, then tonight I shall not pay. Ning Chen said to the matron.

However, even so, Ning Chen was quite displeased

Originally, these guests were already displeased, and upon seeing that the newcomer is Ning Chen, their displeasure only intensified

This is truly a great poem, and with this one poem alone, his Lanxiang Pavilion is bound to become immensely popular, and it will undoubtedly keep its competitors firmly suppressed beneath it

Ning Chen, who is either eloquent or not, does not know, but this groove is definitely deep. The key point is that the person will grow; apart from the groove, there is not an ounce of extra weight anywhere else.

The matron, with a beaming smile, said to Wan Hong and Ning Chen: "The young ladies are aware that Lord Ning is coming and have specially waited at the door."

Suddenly, the entire first floor fell silent, and countless gazes, either resentful or even more resentful, were directed towards Ning Chen

Wan Hong immediately said from the side: "How could I let the esteemed one spend money? I have already arranged everything."

Ning Chen and Wan Hong, coming out of the elegant room, made their way from the second floor to the first floor, pointing and gesturing all the way

The same was true on the second floor, and by the time they reached the fourth floor, only four young ladies remained by Ning Chen's side

The insults from these individuals can still offset the contributions of the young ladies

What I need now is not the gratitude of others, nor do I wish to be a so-called friend of women

Not only the fourth floor, third floor, second floor, and first floor, everyone is looking up at this, even if they cannot see it, they stretch their necks to look up as if they could see it.

In just a short while, my own "flattery" has increased by nearly two thousand.

Ning Chen, feeling a mix of emotions, was embraced by the matron and the young ladies as they entered the Orchid Fragrance Pavilion

What is this considered? Free ride? No, no, a free ride still requires an entrance fee, which is mandatory. However, for oneself, even the entrance fee has been covered by the girls.

The Orchid Fragrance Pavilion is located right in the center of Pingkang Fang, and it is also the tallest building in the entire Pingkang Fang, standing at a height of four stories

One can observe Ning Chen again, not only appearing calm and composed, but also exuding a feeling akin to being enveloped in a spring breeze

Wan Hong, upon seeing this, hurriedly got out of the car as he was well aware that this was not something he had arranged

To the northwest of Lanxiang Pavilion is the Imperial City, to the rear is the Hanlin Academy, and at the southeast corner is the Jinzouyuan, which serves as the office for various provincial governments to present their reports in the capital.

Fortunately, in this era, the transmission of messages is slow. If it were a bit faster, not to mention the whole world, even the women of a single province would know what I said, and all my previous efforts would be in vain

Especially beneath this delicate veil of azure gauze, it is the captivating glimpse that is most alluring

A large group, consisting of no less than forty young ladies, stood at the entrance, offering you a thousand greetings. This feeling made Ning Chen truly appreciate the comfort of being a sycophant.

It must be said that Hong Xiao's voice truly deserves to resonate for three days.

Wan Hong explained in a low voice: "Miss Hong Xiao is the courtesan of Lan Xiang Pavilion, renowned throughout Da Wu. Not only is she beautiful, but she is also exceptionally talented in literature. I once spent 10,000 taels just to hear Miss Hong Xiao sing a song through the veil. This time, I truly owe it to you, Lord Ning."

Do not mention the free ride; even if Boss Wan spends money, he has never enjoyed such treatment

Ning Chen thought for a moment and said: "The spring breeze brings success, and the horse's hooves are swift; in a single day, one can behold all the flowers of Fengjing!"

Ning Chen lifted the curtain of the carriage door and looked outside, witnessing the true prosperity of the capital.

Although Wan Hongming knew that this time it was truly aboveboard

Wan Hong looked on from behind, truly feeling inferior.

As he spoke, Ning Chen directly sat down on the soft couch prepared for him, while Fatty Wan took a seat on a low stool at the lower end.

After settlement, the impact of the event will no longer accumulate

The mother hen has not yet reacted, and Hong Xiao's eyes suddenly brightened.

"What have you arranged?" Ning Chen asked Wan Hong.

At the same time, Ning Chen is also grateful for the system's settlement method

Indeed, this is exactly the case here

At that time, in the court, Ning Chen truly did not expect that his remark "Women can hold up half the sky" would stir such a tumult among women

Wan Honggang was about to explain a few words when Ning Chen had already gotten out of the car

The fourth floor is yet another vast platform, but here it is even more luxurious. The candles used for lighting, under the reflection of the copper mirrors, illuminate the entire fourth level as if it were broad daylight

If you are going to the gaming table, it depends on how high a stake you wish to play for

Given how attentive they have been in serving him, Ning Chen truly feels a bit embarrassed not to leave something behind

Glancing at the background, with the rapidly increasing "favor" points, Ning Chen felt much more at ease this time

As the melodious sound of the red xiao flower's tune resonates, the fragrant verses of the four flowers—plum, orchid, bamboo, and chrysanthemum—also dance gracefully.

One or two drinks, two portions of music, and there is also a time limit

Looking around at the young women, they all seem much more beautiful.

Ning Chen entered the Orchid Fragrance Pavilion surrounded by a large group of young ladies

Wan Hong looked at Ning Chen in confusion and directly waved his hand to call the madam standing at the entrance.

Thank you, Lord Ning, thank you, Lord Ning! The mother bird expressed her gratitude with great excitement

Certainly, Lanxiang Pavilion is worthy of this location, both in terms of software and hardware, consistently ranking among the top two in the entire capital.

Lord Ning, may you have boundless blessings and peace. It is inconvenient for Hong Xiao to come out to greet you, and I hope you will not take offense. Miss Hong Xiao said in a soft and tender voice

The mother bird did not quite understand the meaning of this poem, and she looked towards Hong Xiao. Seeing Hong Xiao's excited expression, the mother bird understood; this is a good poem, a poem that could not be better.

The young ladies were deeply moved after listening to it

The first floor is not devoid of guests; rather, everyone has set their own guests aside in order to welcome Ning Chen

"In a single day, one can see all the flowers of Fengjing." After repeating this phrase, the mother bird became excited.

So it turns out that not only did I move the emperor, but I also touched these young ladies

It was the first time they felt that someone valued them, and it was in the court, in the presence of the royal family, that such words were spoken on behalf of them as women

"Will the clothes fall off?" Hong Xiao looked at Ning Chen in confusion

One hundred taels, one thousand taels, there are people to accompany you in play

At this moment, the matron of the brothel did not know when she had come up, and respectfully said to Ning Chen: "Lord Ning, this humble servant dares to ask you to leave a written work for my Lanxiang Pavilion."

"Hello, take a good look at the last sentence," Wan Hong said to the brothel madam

However, Wan Hong still felt a burning sensation on her face

Hong Xiao did not evade, but her cheeks were slightly flushed, resembling the blooming of peach blossoms

There is no way around it, Ning Chen truly feels like a breath of spring.

The amount of money that Boss Wan has spent at Lanxiang Pavilion is far more than one hundred thousand taels

This made Boss Wan hold Ning Chen in even greater esteem in his heart

"Did you wait specifically for me?" Ning Chen was even more confused upon hearing this

At this moment, Wan Hong finally had the opportunity to explain: "Lord Ning, this was not arranged by me, and I do not know what is going on"

The madam took over Wan Hong's words and said: "Boss Wan, it is not your turn to host tonight. The ladies are aware that tonight's guests are after Lord Ning. Therefore, they do not intend to charge any fees, and they have also covered the costs for the fourth floor on behalf of Lord Ning. The ladies have stated that it is their honor for Lord Ning to attend."

Whether it is the elegance of the Hanlin Academy or the banquets of foreign ministers, one cannot avoid this place. In such a location where transportation is not particularly convenient, proximity is paramount, especially for such private matters. Who would be willing to traverse streets and alleys

This location can definitely be considered the prime spot among prime spots

"Isn't it arranged by you?" Ning Chen was also puzzled after hearing Wan Hong's words