Chapter 09: Until We Meet Again

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Dust and frost? Qin Yun whispered softly, yet her heart was pierced with pain, for that young girl from back then was now forced into a brothel

"Xiao Shuang." Qin Yun tightened his grip on the teacup; the girl who had been just thirteen at the time of their parting was now nineteen, a young woman.

The young maidservant stood by, assisting in brewing tea, while also instructing the other maidservants to bring fruits and pastries. Following this, she naturally began to massage Tian Bo's shoulders, saying: "Young Master Tian, does Young Master Qin require a sister to attend to him?"

"No need to." Qin Yun said, having traveled the world for six years, he naturally understood the rules within the brothels. In establishments like Yan Feng Lou, the maidens were only there to serve by massaging shoulders and stretching legs, but they did not sell their bodies.

Once the sound of the flute ceased, the maiden of clear autumn had already risen, holding the flute in her delicate hand, and turned to leave

Qin Yun also looked at her

Yan Feng Building consists of five structures: the main building, the east building, the south building, the west building, and the north building. The main building usually welcomes guests from all directions, while the other four buildings to the east, south, west, and north are accessible only to distinguished guests.

Scenes of memories flash through my mind

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That figure ... ... the man sitting with Tian Bo ... ...

"Xiao Shuang, this is how this sword technique should be executed," instructed the thirteen-year-old boy Qin Yun.

"If I eat my fill, the whole family won't go hungry. As long as I can hear the 'Fairy of Clear Autumn' play a tune, it's worth it. Are you going or not? If you don't go in, I will." A man with thick eyebrows and big eyes urged.

Many people around felt a sense of loss, and everyone was amazed by it. Moreover, there was a young man with thick eyebrows and big eyes in the corner who was very excited: "To be able to listen to a song from the Autumn Fairy is worth it, worth it"

On the stage, one after another, they take turns to appear

The short and sturdy man gazed into the distance, feeling a tickle of desire in his heart. Finally, gritting his teeth, he turned around and walked away: "One or two taels of silver can buy more meat, making life a bit easier. Yingzi would surely be very happy to see one or two taels of silver." With this thought, a smile appeared on the short and sturdy man's face.

Qin Yun nodded slightly upon hearing this, acknowledging that such flute skills are indeed remarkable

Time flows

The Yan Feng Tower is doing its utmost to assist Miss Qing Qiu in securing the title of the top courtesan, but unfortunately, it has not succeeded in the past two years

Qin Yun nodded and did not say more

Sister Xie Shuang has entered a brothel and changed her name. Tian Bo said, "Her current stage name is 'Chen Shuang'. She came in to settle a debt, and naturally, Yan Feng Lou often lets her meet clients.

Selecting the courtesan? Qin Yun also understood that Guangling County was a large city with hundreds of thousands of inhabitants, and selecting the courtesan was a grand event! All the renowned brothels would compete fiercely for this opportunity. Not to mention becoming the courtesan, even securing a place among the "top ten" of the many famous courtesans would significantly enhance one's reputation! In the brothel world, reputation translates directly into cold hard cash!

Accompanied by the music, when the Frost Maiden on stage turned to make a thrust, she caught sight of the table in this direction

In the Yan Feng Building, the seating arrangements are also of particular significance

Is it your yellow-faced woman? She scolded you all night last night, and you also picked up the rich person's purse. The rich person rewarded you with a couple of taels of silver, and your yellow-faced woman is unaware of it! Let's go, let's go

Qin Yun and Tian Bo arrived outside Yan Feng Tower on horseback

As the sound of the xiao began to resonate, the most renowned performer in Yan Feng Lou, known as "Miss Qingqiu," sat quietly in her green attire, playing the instrument. The xiao's tones were deep and melodious, tranquil and gentle, evoking a sense of weeping and yearning, drawing listeners into a dreamlike state. The chaos of the mortal world seemed to fade away, and even Qin Yun found himself captivated, listening in silence.

A combination of vigor and fragility, yet harmoniously integrated into one.

Suddenly, a petite young maid came to greet: "Young Master Tian, please come in. This young master is visiting our Yan Feng Building for the first time, isn't he?"

Wang Laoer, are you really going in? Just sitting down for a cup of tea costs one or two taels of silver, and we earn only one or two taels of silver after two months of hard labor!" The two young men gazed at the Yan Feng Building, observing the alluring figures that could be faintly seen within.

"She has grown up, she is a young lady now." Qin Yun murmured, noting the significant changes in Xie Shuang.

Hurry up

We entered. Tian Bo dismounted and led Qin Yun inside

Outside the Yan Feng Building, guests entered in groups of two or three

Last year, Miss Xiangyi was able to outshine the beautiful fairy and win the title of the flower queen, which is acceptable. The year before, even the 'Master of the Dream Pavilion' was able to win the flower queen title, which is simply unfair

Like a dream, when the dream ends, the fairy of the clear autumn is no longer present

Hoo.

The distinguished guests either sit in a private room, which is more intimate but farther from the stage, or they sit closer to the stage, where they are usually attended by beautiful waitresses who massage their legs and serve them fruit. The seats at the back are considerably smaller, and guests typically only order the most ordinary pot of tea, without calling for service. This is the lowest expenditure, amounting to "one tael of silver"

The surrounding discussions were numerous

"Xiao Shuang, have you chosen the courtesan?" Qin Yun inquired

At the corner of the street, there are two young men, dressed simply yet very neatly

Miss Dust and Frost was taken aback

"Young Master Tian, it has been a long time since we last met, please come in quickly," called out a rather attractive madam in a loud voice. This madam must have been a beauty in her youth, and immediately a servant came forward enthusiastically to lead the horse.

Where is the Fairy of the Clear Autumn?

The swordsmanship I taught her has been transformed into this form. Qin Yun gently shook his head, feeling a mix of emotions in his heart

"Do not regret it." The man with thick eyebrows and big eyes immediately strode forward and soon entered the Yan Feng Building

In those years, Sister Xie Shuang, young and unaware of the taste of sorrow, was very innocent. If her father had passed away due to a long-term illness, she might have been psychologically prepared. However, the death of her only relative, "Elder Brother Xie Lei," was a tremendous blow to Xie Shuang. At that time, she had to step forward to compensate the unfortunate family of the deceased man, and ultimately even sold herself to a brothel to gather the necessary silver.

Rest assured, how could we dare to be negligent in carrying out the orders of Young Master Tian? the maid said with a smile

The two people's gazes collided, and Qin Yun smiled slightly while nodding his head

At this moment, Qin Yun and Tian Bo entered the main building and were taken to a position near the railing

Come and greet the guests. The madam warmly leads the way

"Brother Yun, there are some ordinary girls now, but soon a famous courtesan will come out. We are quite close to this place," said Tian Bo. The two sat down, and in front of them was a tea table. Tian Bo skillfully said, "Bring out the fruits and snacks, and brew a pot of tea."

You should practice diligently. Your brother Yun has now reached the realm of unity between man and sword, surpassing even me, your elder brother. " The onlooker, Xie Lei, who was only fourteen yet already quite robust, laughed heartily.

The flute melody of the Autumn Fairy grows increasingly extraordinary. In my opinion, this time the Autumn Fairy will surely be able to win the title of the flower queen

You may go, it is too expensive

I, I still have to support my family, no, I won't go, Yingzi will definitely scold me. " The other short and sturdy man beside him hesitated for a moment and shook his head

The "Dust and Frost" maiden of Yan Feng Tower, dance of the sword

How could the courtesan be so easily won? When the Fairy of Clear Autumn came to our Guangling County, she was only selected among the top three in the selection of courtesans on two consecutive occasions, but she was unable to claim the title of courtesan.

This is Young Master Qin, please arrange for us to have seats closer.

A striking figure in a red outfit flew out from behind, a sword sweeping across the vast sky, ultimately landing gracefully on the stage

Sister Xie Shuang, when she first entered Yan Feng Lou, did not have a significant reputation and was not even considered as a candidate. Last year, she was nominated, but she still did not make it into the top ten. Tian Bo said, "This year, there are no expectations either, after all, she is only ranked fifth in Yan Feng Lou."

A pair of sword-like eyebrows, exuding a strong sense of heroism, even when wielding a sword, gives a sharp impression; yet her demeanor always carries a subtle hint of fragility.

The railing surrounds the central platform, behind which musicians are performing, while two dancers are gracefully dancing on the stage

Will Xiao Shuang come out tonight? Qin Yun asked

Although there were plates of dim sum and sliced fruits in front of her, Qin Yun did not touch any of it, merely sipping tea, and finally after drinking two cups of tea

The Yan Feng Tower is naturally striving to secure the title of the top courtesan, and the young lady Qing Qiu just now is the foremost courtesan of the Yan Feng Tower. Tian Bo said, "She was originally the daughter of an official family, but after her family's decline, she fell into the world of pleasure. However, she quickly gained a significant reputation. The Yan Feng Tower invited her from Wu County, and for a courtesan of her caliber, even upon arriving at the Yan Feng Tower, she remains a free individual, free to leave whenever she wishes; not even the Yan Feng Tower can bind her. To meet this young lady Qing Qiu, one must pay one hundred taels of silver, and it also depends on whether she is willing."

"Brother Yun, I have learned it, I have learned it, let me show you once more." At that moment, the eleven-year-old girl Xie Shuang was even more excited to try again

Miss Chen Shuang felt a pang in her heart, and tears involuntarily welled up in her eyes