Chapter 28 Stealing the limelight

For some noblemen who don't want to be ostentatious, it is shameful and unwilling to be so ostentatious, but for those noblemen who have always been romantic, this is a good opportunity to become famous.

They were favored at home, and most of them were the second sons who did not have to inherit the family business. They were lawless in nature and naturally did not care about other people's opinions. For men visiting brothels, it was just a romantic affair.

Or some only heirs who can inherit the family business may not care even more. When they truly inherit the position of the head of the family and become more mature and stable, many people will praise them for being a prodigal son who has returned, and the things they did when they were young will only be called youthful recklessness.

People are always infinitely tolerant of men's affairs, but if a woman does this, she will definitely be condemned by the world, and people will wish she would die to atone for her sins.

This is the difference between men and women.

Lu Zhanxing was very glad that she could pretend to be a man, otherwise she would be like other women, not leaving the house and being very careful when going out.

In a more secluded private room on the third floor.

Mu Qingli and Xinfangzhu sat together, and the noise from the audience did not affect their conversation.

Shen Qingyao saw his eyes fall on the second young master of the Lu family, and couldn't help but smile: "This second young master Lu is very interesting."

"Ok?"

Mu Qingli turned to look at her in surprise.

She smiled and said, "She didn't stay away from me like other men when she heard about my background. Instead, she showed a hint of admiration."

Mu Qingli looked at Lu Zhanxing's smug expression and said, "Really? She is indeed extraordinary. Even I can't figure her out."

"Why? You are the reincarnation of Mu Zhuge, praised by everyone in Zhangzhou!"

Shen Qingyao was very surprised. There was someone he couldn't see through?

"Qingyao, there are always people who are better than you. I am just a little bit talented, but how many people don't hide their advantages for fame and fortune?"

He deliberately built up momentum for himself in Zhangzhou Prefecture, causing noble families to victoriously invite him to be their aide. He had no choice but to do so for the sake of his family.

He didn't tell her the secret in his heart too clearly, but just asked her out of curiosity.

"Qingyao, why are you in Beijing?"

Mu Qingli was still very surprised.

When he heard Qingyao Huafang, he knew that this was his old friend Shen Qingyao.

Shen Qingyao's red lips curled slightly under her veil, and her beautiful eyes looked at him lovingly: "I came here for you!"

Hearing this, Mu Qingli was not moved. Instead, his eyebrows were slightly twisted, and his expression was serious: "Qingyao, don't make such a joke!"

When he helped her escape from the ruthless family, they both gained what they needed, and there was no affair between them.

Hearing this polite refusal without any hesitation, a hint of disappointment flashed in Shen Qingyao's eyes.

She lowered her eyes, opened them again with a charming look, and laughed: "Well, I came to Beijing to seek better development. Zhangzhou is still too small. Those relatives who wish me dead are eyeing me covetously. After all, I am too passive as a woman.

I made up my mind to sell all my property and come to the capital. I have no roots in the capital, so I can only buy this pleasure boat and get to know some noble people first. Once I have a basic network of contacts, I can consider doing other things to make a living. "

In order to convince Mother Zhou to sell the boat to her, she invested all her family fortune and even offered to give 20% of the profits to Mother Zhou. Otherwise, how could Mother Zhou, such a shrewd person, be willing to help her?

"You are doing the right thing." Mu Qingli agreed very much. Today's promotion was very successful. It goes without saying that this pleasure boat will be popular in the capital tomorrow.

After playing the pipa music on the field, Tang Shishi looked towards the third floor with her cold eyes. She had seen Mr. Lu a long time ago, and heard that Mr. Lu was married. She thought she would never come again. Many sisters had begun to ridicule her. After this courtesan competition, she might have to find a new distinguished guest for protection.

But the new guest is not as worry-free as Young Master Lu. She will not take advantage of him and is generous every time. Who wouldn't like such a guest?

I still feel a little lost after all.

But I didn't expect to see her today, and her first move shocked the whole audience, making her the most dazzling woman.

Her veiled expression remained unchanged, but the joy in her eyes was still obvious.

Many of the participating courtesan contestants were secretly resentful.

Seeing that he was the center of attention, Lu Zhanxing felt a sense of accomplishment. He raised the corner of his lips, picked up the folding fan and kissed it lightly, then pointed at Tang Shishi. His movements were chic and natural, elegant, handsome and full of charm.

"hiss!!"

Many women gasped, their hearts trembled, and they looked at Tang Shishi on the stage with envy and jealousy.

Although Lu Zhanxing was a playboy, he was the second son of the Duke of Anguo's mansion and was extremely handsome, so many women would rather be his mistress.

I don’t know what charm this Tang Shishi has that makes Young Master Lu so obsessed with her that he is willing to spend a fortune on her.

Seeing Mr. Lu "showing his love" to her, Tang Shishi's heart skipped a beat, just like a small stone hitting the surface of a lake, causing ripples.

It was obviously a frivolous act, but she couldn't help but feel happy and sweet.

Many playboys were impressed by Lu Zhanxing's frivolous behavior and said they had learned something from it.

I even regretted not buying a folding fan, and decided to buy one tomorrow to look cool.

Lu Zhanxing didn't know that his casual blowing of a kiss caused all the handsome men in the city to imitate him and buy folding fans, causing the folding fans in the capital to be almost out of stock.

Lu Zhanyan, who was sitting in a private room far away, was still wondering why Xingdi didn't come. It turned out that she was on the third floor, some distance away from her position, so she could only see half of Xingdi's body.

But one could still see her action just now, and a smile flashed in her eyes. Xingdi is indeed an old hand in the world of flowers, and he can charm a lot of people with just one move.

"Lord Lu, your brother is so generous and suave!" His colleagues couldn't help but praise.

"Yes, but he is far inferior to you, Lord Lu. You hold an official position at a young age with your own ability, but he..."

Another colleague was about to praise one and criticize the other.

At this time, a maid from the houseboat added tea. Lu Zhanyan took a sip and interrupted him unhappily, "She has been spoiled since she was a child. Her family only hopes that she is safe and happy, and does not ask for her to make progress. Lord Li does not need to worry too much."

When the two colleagues saw Lu Zhanyan protecting his younger brother, they both smiled and agreed, praising Lu Zhanyan for being like an older brother.

Lu Zhanyan felt inexplicably hot. Maybe it was the atmosphere in here that made him uncomfortable!

He stood up and said, "I will go out for some fresh air. You two adults can do as you please."

Bai Jing, who had been staring at Lu Zhanyan, saw him get up and leave, and he hurriedly reminded his young master.

At this time, Sun Qiming and Lin Tao were looking at Lu Zhanyan with admiration. This action was so cool.

"Brother Lu, you are really the center of attention now!"

Sun Qiming's tone was a little sour. He was holding a folding fan like her, so why didn't he think of such a romantic move?

Lin Tao hurriedly said: "Young Master Sun, you will have a chance later." He meant that he would also help him invest one thousand taels later.

Hearing this, Sun Qiming was instantly delighted. Although he did not resent Lin Tao for investing less for him, he would be happy if he could also stand out!

Lu Zhanxing, who was originally the focus of attention, heard Bai Jing calling him and subconsciously looked towards his eldest brother's seat, but it was empty.

Her eyes darkened, but her expression was calm. She stood up and said, "I'm going to relieve myself."

The two friends expressed their understanding and asked her to go early and come back early.