There is a happy inn in the capital.

Chapter 36 Miss Yiling

Gu Ziying: "Me too, this noodle dish is delicious!"

Li Shuchen: "This is called instant noodles, and I really like eating it."

Princess Changning asked impatiently, "Where did it come from?"

Li Shuchen started making things up: "Um~, I just did it."

Then they all fell silent and focused on eating their noodles.

Li Shuchen watched them eat noodles, and you have to admit, the scene was quite beautiful and pleasing to the eye.

Two beautiful women, dressed in pajamas with only a cardigan draped over their shoulders, stood before you, their natural beauty and radiance untouched by makeup.

All he could see was instant noodles; he was both serious and careful.

The noodles were devoured in no time, not even a drop of soup was left.

Two people finished their bowls, and one person finished their basin.

Princess Changning licked her lips and said, "Next time you make this noodle dish, remember to call me. Don't sneak some yourself."

Li Shuchen was speechless. It was the middle of the night; who knew he'd wake her up with that sweet smell?

Gu Ziying said with a serious expression, "Shu Chen, you're amazing! Did you invent this noodle dish yourself? If the inn sold this noodle dish, it would be very profitable."

Listen to that, Ziying is just different. Isn't this a business opportunity?

Li Shuchen: "I'll consider it. If I make this noodle dish again next time, I'll invite you to eat with me."

Gu Ziying smiled, her eyebrows curving upwards: "Okay."

The three of them finished eating and went back to sleep, dreaming of the aroma of instant noodles.

Li Shuchen was in exceptionally good spirits after waking up.

Li Shuchen was quite excited about meeting Yiling today.

After breakfast, the three of them took a carriage to Jiqing Pavilion.

This is a three-story building. There's a large stage in the middle of the second floor, and a staircase leads directly to the first floor. The third floor is probably where the talented girls live.

Li Shuchen and his two companions went to a private room on the second floor, where they enjoyed snacks and tea.

Listening to the girl playing the pipa, I felt happy and carefree.

A richly dressed middle-aged woman stepped onto the stage, while the girl playing the pipa stepped down.

It should be the person in charge

She cleared her throat and spoke in a clear voice.

"Gentlemen, thank you for waiting. Please welcome Miss Yiling."

As soon as he finished speaking, applause erupted, and everyone shouted...

"Miss Yiling, Miss Yiling"

Li Shuchen clapped along, as did Gu Ziying, while Princess Changning crossed her arms and scoffed.

As Yiling, still dressed in blue, descended from the sky on the flowing fabric, gracefully turning and landing smoothly, the cheers from the crowd reached their peak.

Yi Ling was still wearing a veil, but this time, being closer, Li Shuchen could see her affectionate, peach-blossom eyes.

Bewitching

Yiling placed her hands on the surface of the ice silk jade zither, raised her fingers and played a note. As if by prior agreement, everyone fell silent instantly.

The tone is deep yet clear and mellow, with an ethereal quality, as if one were standing on a lush green meadow, with blue skies and white clouds stretching as far as the eye could see, making one feel completely comfortable and free.

When the song ended, thunderous applause erupted, but some people were still savoring the moment, unwilling to come back to their senses.

Li Shuchen stood up and clapped: "Bravo!"

Gu Ziying is also

Princess Changning clapped lightly, her expression serious, and said, "You have some skill."

The middle-aged woman went on stage again, and Miss Yiling stood up and stood next to her.

"Esteemed guests, whoever presents a gift that pleases Miss Yiling will have the opportunity to listen to her music face-to-face without any obstruction. Only one person can participate, first come, first served."

Listening to the music is secondary; the main thing is to see her face.

Everyone was racking their brains trying to come up with something to give as a gift; some had already prepared their ideas, and Queque was eager to try.

Li Shuchen turned to look at Gu Ziying: "Ziying, was this a segment before?"

Gu Ziying shook her head: "I didn't have any last time I came."

Li Shuchen thought it might be random, and it just so happened that she stumbled upon it.

To be honest, Li Shuchen really wanted to see her face, and said to the two of them.

I'm going out for a bit.

Princess Changning asked, "Where are you going?"

Li Shuchen: "Preparing a gift"

Princess Changning scoffed, "Tch, so spineless."

Gu Ziying sensed that Princess Changning was a little jealous.

She smiled to herself without saying a word, eating her snacks, wondering if Shu Chen would be chosen.

Li Shuchen went to a back alley and bought a vintage rose mirror and a red brocade bag.

Li Shuchen instructed, "Little Jizi, put the things in my sleeve."

auspicious……

[The items have been placed; please check them, host.]

Li Shuchen reached into his sleeve and, sure enough, there it was; the vintage rose mirror was already inside the brocade pouch.

真贴心

Li Shuchen: "Good treasure!"

auspicious[......]

When I rushed back, Miss Yiling had already gone back inside. There was a long queue on the first floor, all waiting to give gifts.

The steward carried a tray, and the five people were grouped together. If Miss Yiling didn't like something, it would be returned untouched; if she liked it, she could keep it and meet it.

Li Shuchen waited patiently in line. At a glance, there were more men than women, but a few girls were mixed in.

These people were dressed in luxurious clothes, clearly not short of money. I noticed the person in front of me was carrying a pair of jade earrings, of excellent quality.

I don't know if the gift I prepared is okay.

Lost in thought, the steward had already walked up to Li Shuchen.

"Girl, here's your gift."

Li Shuchen snapped out of her daze and hurriedly handed the things she had prepared to the steward.

The steward received exactly five items. Li Shuchen's was placed on the far side, while the others were gold jewelry, jade pendants, pearl necklaces, and jade earrings. Li Shuchen's red brocade bag was completely inconspicuous.

The person in charge came out shortly after, and Li Shuchen immediately looked at the tray, but the red brocade bag was not there.

It seems her gift won Miss Yiling's heart.

The manager approached Li Shuchen and said, "Miss, Miss Yiling requests your presence. The rest of you don't need to wait in line. Please look at the other ladies."

Gu Ziying: "Shu Chen went in."

Princess Changning glanced downstairs and thought, "That stinky Li Shuchen, he actually let her in."

Li Shuchen followed the manager to the door of a room on the third floor. Two women were guarding the door, their breathing steady.

They all looked like trained martial artists. Li Shuchen pushed open the door and met Yiling's eyes, noticing that she paused noticeably.

Li Shuchen was also stunned. Her appearance was breathtakingly beautiful. Her skin was as smooth as ice and jade, her nose was upturned and her lips were red. Her eyes were naturally alluring, yet also imbued with a dignified air, which balanced her charm and made her even more captivating and intriguing.

Upon closer inspection, Li Shuchen noticed a beauty mark under her left eye, which added to her charm, but somehow she seemed a bit aloof.

Li Shuchen bowed slightly: "Hello, Miss Yiling, my name is Li Shuchen."

Miss Yiling returned the greeting, then spoke slowly, her voice clear and melodious: "This is the first time a young lady has come to see me."

Thank you for the gift, I really like it.

Miss Yiling gestured for Li Shuchen to sit down.

Li Shuchen readily sat down: "I'm glad Miss Yiling likes it. My name is Li Shuchen, you can call me Shuchen too." He then gave her a flirtatious wink.

Miss Yiling lowered her eyes and smiled gently: "I wonder what kind of music Miss Li would like to hear?"

Li Shuchen had no idea what the piece was called, so he said, "Play it however you like."

Miss Yiling walked to the Ice Silk Jade Zither, sat down, placed her hands on the zither, paused for a moment, and then plucked a note.

Li Shuchen sipped his tea and listened to music, feeling as blissful as an immortal.

The melody of the zither, like endless silken threads, weaves a bittersweet blend of happiness and melancholy.

Perhaps it was the first time Yiling had played according to her own heart, without having to please the guests, that made this love song a perfect harmony between the player and the instrument.

When the song ended, he was so engrossed in it that he couldn't bring himself to come back to his senses.