Phi-Fic Chapter 168: Abstinence Dali Temple Shaoqing VS Brothel Madam
Chapter 168: Abstinence Dali Temple Shaoqing VS Brothel Madam
The colleague who was questioning him was Mr. Liu from the Ministry of Works, who was impeached last month for being extravagant and licentious in private.
The most embarrassing thing is that it was he who submitted the memorial to impeach Lord Liu.
In fact, it is not surprising to meet Lord Liu here this time, but it may be particularly rare to meet Song Yanli here.
Look at Lord Liu again, he is fat and big-eared, wearing a yellow fox fur cloak. He seems to want to hang all the gold on his body, and he looks like he wants the whole world to know that he is rich.
"Sir Liu, it seems that you really like occasions like this. You didn't take the reprimand from His Highness last time to heart at all. It seems that the memorial was not powerful enough." Song Yanli said coldly. He had been in the officialdom for all these years and was able to sit in this position. At least he had some ability to adapt to changes.
Lord Liu was outmaneuvered, and laughed in anger. He then asked, "Everyone is here. What are you doing here, Lord Song? I'm here for the same reason. I've heard that the Song family has a strict family tradition. Lord Song, you hold such an important position, and I thought you were above worldly matters. I didn't expect you to be so privately. This has really broadened my horizons. Speaking of impeachment, what would His Majesty think if he knew that you impeached others with a righteous spirit, but privately cried thief?"
After Lord Liu finished speaking, the smile on his face deepened. Who doesn't have a mouth? Anyway, his reputation is ruined, so it doesn't matter. As for Song Yanli, he always prides himself on being noble, so he should be afraid.
Song Yanli chuckled faintly upon hearing this. He turned to look at Lord Liu, his tone stern: "Oh? Lord Liu, are you saying you're here to investigate a case as well? Lord Liu, you wouldn't be unaware of the vicious child abduction case that occurred in Yuanyang Tower before. His Majesty has ordered a thorough investigation. So, Lord Liu, have you also accepted such a mission?" As he spoke, Song Yanli noticed the necklace around Lord Liu's waist. It looked familiar, but he couldn't recall where he had seen it before, so he subconsciously reached out to pull it. "Lord Liu, this necklace is very unique. Could you let me take a look at it?"
When Lord Liu saw him reaching out to pull it away, he took a step back and covered his jade pendant as if it were a treasure.
Song Yanli hadn't expected Lord Liu to care so much about this jade pendant. His gaze scrutinized the necklace, then he looked at Lord Liu with scrutiny. Lord Liu looked at Song Yanli and said in a deep voice, "Since Lord Song is investigating the case, I won't bother you any more. As for this necklace, it's my personal possession, so I can't let you enjoy it."
As he turned to leave, he warned Song Yanli, "Sir Song, since we're colleagues, I'm kindly reminding you. The second and third floors of Yuanyang Tower are not easily accessible. If you want to go up, I'm afraid you're not qualified given your Song family's current status."
Song Yanli tried to catch up and ask something, but Lord Liu had already left, leaving only a hasty sentence: "I'm leaving now. I'll just pretend we haven't met today. Take care of yourself, Lord Song."
Song Yanli had a lot to ask, but after hearing Lord Liu's final words, he fell silent. He knew Lord Liu would only reveal this much and would certainly not tell him anything more. The background of Yuanyang Tower was indeed not to be underestimated. Despite such a case, the building was able to reopen in such a short time, and it was prosperous and peaceful, without any impact from the previous case. Furthermore, Lord Liu's official position was not low, but it was truly strange that he was not even qualified to go to the second floor of Yuanyang Tower.
After Song Yanli struggled with Lord Liu for a while, he was still thinking about getting his things back. He went straight to the stairs to the second floor, intending to think of another way to go up.
He came to the stairs and this time took out his token directly, then showed it in front of the two servants guarding the stairs, indicating that he was going up to investigate the case. Although Lord Liu said it was impossible, he still wanted to give it a try.
The guard's attitude improved, but he still said he wasn't qualified to enter: "Sir Song, our Yuanyang Tower has its own rules. You're not high enough to enter. Otherwise, unless you get an invitation from our top courtesan, Madam Yue, or our mistress, Madam Feng, you can't go in anyway."
Seeing Song Yanli's face becoming increasingly gloomy, the servant added, "But you're in luck tonight. Madam Yue might come out to meet someone later. If you can answer her couplet and get chosen by Madam Yue, you can go upstairs and have a drink with her."
Song Yanli took a deep breath and said, "If I wanted to go up and take a look under the pretext of investigating a case, would I also need to abide by your strange rules? According to the laws of this dynasty, as citizens, Yuanyang Tower has an obligation to cooperate with my investigation."
The servant was not frightened by Song Yanli's words and said calmly, "Sir Song, if the investigation requires official documents, if you want to come up here under the pretext of investigating the case, please show me the relevant documents."
Song Yanli didn't refute, but sneered, "What a great Yuanyang Tower! It truly lives up to its reputation. Please inform Madam Feng that Song Yanli is willing to abide by the rules, and ask her to return the things I left behind to me."
The servants smiled and replied "yes". One of them went upstairs, while the other continued to guard the entrance, keeping a close eye on Song Yanli.
Song Yanli found a seat and sat down, then waved for the waiter, "Bring me a pot of Biluochun tea and a plate of peanuts."
The waiter took notes and habitually asked, "Where are the girls? Is there any girl you know? Or, do you need us to recommend one or two?"
Song Yanli's face darkened, and he coughed before saying, "Miss, you don't have to go up yet. I'll watch the performance first."
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at the same time
In the elegant pavilion upstairs, Madam Feng was playing with the jade pendant in her hand, touching it inch by inch with her fair fingers, and the corners of her mouth were slightly raised.
The servant went upstairs and first paid his respects to Madam Feng, then said sternly, "Madam, the Junior Official of the Dali Temple is downstairs clamoring to see you and wants to come upstairs. However, he's been stopped by my subordinates and is now waiting on the first floor. He also asked you to return the things he brought with him."
Lady Feng came to the railing, her beautiful eyes fixed on a spot on the first floor. She smiled and said, "Shanhu, do you think he is handsome? Is he a good match for me?"
The maid in question shook her head: "There are many handsome men here, and who could be more handsome than the host?"
Madam Feng's eyes were filled with autumn water. She reached out and took hold of a piece of hanging red silk, pulling it hard to make sure it was firm.
"You're still too young. A man isn't just about looks; other aspects are important too. Go tell Madam Yue that she doesn't have to go down tonight. I'll be performing the finale myself."