bestfiction Chapter 476 What, the Vice Minister's maternal uncle?
Chapter 476 What, the Vice Minister's maternal uncle?
She instinctively gripped the hem of her dress, and her other hand, hanging by her side, trembled slightly.
"I heard that the Hibiscus Jade Skin Cream from Chunshui Pavilion is not cheap, so Yue Niang thanks you in advance, Miss." She spoke softly, her voice still gentle, but the slight tremor at the end was hard to hide.
After saying that, she picked up her teacup, trying to use the act of drinking tea to hide a hint of panic in her heart.
But the hand holding the teacup was out of control, and the rim of the cup collided with the saucer, making a crisp and delicate sound.
Yu Wan saw it all, but remained calm, a meaningful smile curving her lips.
"Moon Lady, there's no need to be so polite. It's just a few jars of face cream. As long as you're willing to be honest with me, you'll naturally be blessed with good things in the future."
As she spoke, she tapped her fingers lightly on the table.
Hearing the knocking sound, Lin Yueniang felt inexplicably nervous.
She put down her teacup, took a breath discreetly, and said, "You flatter me, Miss. I am but a woman in this world of pleasure, and it is already a great honor to have your favor."
"What is it that you wish to know about me, young lady? Please speak frankly, and I will tell you everything I know."
Yu Wan stared at her for a while, then chuckled softly, "Okay."
"Tell me, where did the skin-corroding powder mixed into that jar of Hibiscus Jade Skin Cream in Sun San Niang's hand come from?"
Upon hearing the words "skin-corroding powder," Lin Yueniang's pupils constricted sharply.
……
Half an hour later, Lin Yueniang, with a faint smile on her face, saw Yu Wan out of the room.
"If you ever come to Hongxiufang again, please remember to look for me." She switched back to addressing him as 'young master'.
Yu Wan smiled as well, "That's natural."
"This servant will escort the young master downstairs."
Yu Wan didn't refuse, and put her arm around Lin Yueniang's shoulder as they walked downstairs.
She showed no outward sign of distress, but inwardly she was screaming wildly.
No wonder those stinky men all like beautiful women; beautiful women are just so soft and fragrant when you hug them!
Yu Wan was lost in thought when Lin Yueniang glanced at her sideways.
Just then, a staggering drunk man suddenly appeared from around the corner. He was carrying a wine jug, and the wine kept spilling out with his movements. He staggered straight toward Lin Yueniang!
By the time Lin Yueniang realized it, there was no way to avoid it.
The man seemed to recognize Lin Yueniang and excitedly shouted, "Yueniang? It's Yueniang!"
"The madam said you were unwell, but you look perfectly fine."
The man, reeking of alcohol, stretched out his arms towards Lin Yueniang, "Perfect timing, I'm tired, Yueniang, quickly help me rest..."
Lin Yueniang felt utterly disgusted, but she could only suppress the urge to avoid him and said with a smile, "Master Zhang, I am to serve this young master today. Why don't you find another maid to serve him?"
The man addressed as 'Master Zhang' immediately frowned, his face full of displeasure. 'Which of the other girls in the Red Sleeve Brothel can compare to you, Yue Niang? I only want you. Who dares to compete with me for her?'
As he spoke, the man turned to look at Yu Wan, his lecherous eyes lighting up the moment he saw her.
What a handsome young man with fair skin and tender flesh!
Others may not know, but he himself knows very well.
He not only loved delicate beauties, but also tender-skinned young men.
The young man before him was exactly his type.
The man's gaze roamed freely over Yu Wan, a lewd smile playing on his lips. He said with a fawning grin, "Oh, this young master is quite handsome. Why don't you join me for some fun?"
As he spoke, he reached out to touch Yu Wan's face.
Yu Wan was so overwhelmed by the man's strong smell of alcohol that she could barely open her eyes. She expressionlessly avoided his hand.
Seeing this, Lin Yueniang quickly grabbed the man, "Master Zhang, Master Zhang, this is a distinguished guest of Hongxiufang, not someone from the brothel..."
Undeterred, Master Zhang put one arm around Lin Yueniang's waist and reached for Yu Wan with the other, saying, "It's fate that we met. Why don't you come and have some fun with me, young master?"
Xizhu watched anxiously from the side and wanted to stand in front of Yu Wan.
Yu Wan pressed down on her hand, glanced at the man with a lewd grin on his face, sneered, and directly lifted her foot.
He suddenly exerted force with his foot and kicked the man three inches below his navel.
At the same time, he reached out and pulled Lin Yueniang behind him.
The man had no idea that Yu Wan would suddenly make a move.
He felt a sharp pain in his lower body, and his whole body instantly curled up into a shrimp-like shape, letting out a pig-like scream. The wine jug in his hand fell to the ground with a "clatter," and the wine splashed everywhere.
He clutched his groin, rolling around on the ground, his face contorted in pain.
The commotion quickly attracted the attention of the madam of the Red Sleeve Brothel. Seeing the man rolling on the ground, her expression changed, and she rushed to help him up, crying out, "Master Zhang! Master Zhang! Are you alright?!"
The man was in so much pain that tears and snot streamed down his face. He rolled on the ground, babbling incoherently, "It's...something...! You...you brat! You eat...eat..."
The man didn't finish a single complete sentence.
The madam was sweating profusely. She quickly sent someone to fetch a doctor, while reaching out to help the man up, saying, "Master Zhang, please calm down."
The man abruptly shook off the madam's hand, managing to utter a complete sentence, "What doctor?! Arrest this brat first, I'll make him wish he were dead!"
He was in so much pain that his face was contorted in agony, and his eyes were filled with resentment and malice.
The madam glanced at Yu Wan, not daring to offend her with her air of nobility, then suddenly turned to Lin Yueniang and said angrily, "Yuanniang, it must be because you didn't serve Master Zhang well. Quickly apologize to Master Zhang!"
Yu Wan's expression was icy.
She blocked Lin Yueniang from stepping forward, raising her eyes to look coldly at the madam and the man, "It has nothing to do with Yueniang, I'm the one who kicked him."
Seeing that the man had recovered, Yu Wan said regretfully, "It seems I was too lenient with my foot just now; I didn't cripple you."
"You!" The man's fat face trembled with anger.
Yu Wan stared at her coldly, "What do you mean, 'I'?"
"Say one more word and I'll kick you again, okay?"
Although he knew in his heart that the pretty boy in front of him wouldn't make a move again, the man still subconsciously squeezed his legs together.
The pain that had just subsided suddenly became excruciating again.
However, he was only afraid for a moment. He was used to being domineering and arrogant, so how could he swallow this insult?
He glared at Yu Wan and said with a dark expression, "You brat, I'll remember you! If you go against me, I'll make sure you can't stay in the entire Shengjing!"
Yu Wan: ...
Very familiar line.
The madam knew the man's identity and quickly tried to smooth things over, "Master Zhang, this young master is visiting Hongxiufang for the first time and doesn't know you. Please be magnanimous and don't hold it against him..."
The man flung the madam's hand away, his eyes glaring like two large brass bells, and said fiercely, "Impossible!"
"You think you can leave Red Sleeves Brothel unscathed after hurting me? You're dreaming."
Seeing that she couldn't persuade the man, the madam could only turn her gaze to Yu Wan and said in a low voice, "Young master, this gentleman is the maternal uncle of the current Vice Grand Secretary. It was indeed you who did this. Why don't you apologize to Master Zhang..."
Yu Wan interrupted the madam with a look of shock, "What did you say? Who is he?"