The Royal Merchant of the Red Chamber

The people who came were naturally Qin's father and brother Qin Ye and Qin Zhong, as well as You's mother and two younger sisters.Xue Pan took a special look at the second sister You and the third sister You, and sure enough, one looks beautiful, gentle and docile, and the other has a coquettish, coquettish and hot body.As soon as Pu came in, many young and old in Jia's family lost their eyeballs and couldn't get them out.

The two sisters of the Nayou family stood still in the hall, and their expressions were not peaceful.A pair of eyes like autumn water swept back and forth, and from time to time she bowed her head in a timid expression and remained silent.The meaning of lingering is really not like coming to pay homage to the dead.

Xue Pan shook his head, grabbed Jia Baoyu, who was looking dull, and shouted, "What are you looking at?"

Jia Baoyu came back to his senses, and lowered his head in embarrassment.

In ancient times, it was very troublesome to handle funerals. It took 49 days to suspend the funeral, to announce the obituary, and to invite monks and Taoists to recite sutras. It took nearly two months.Xue Pan got to know Jia Zhen for a while, then he felt tired all over, so he found Jia Zhen to express his intention to go back.

It just so happened that Jia Zhen was instructing the servants in charge to make an application.In addition, Jia Jing of Ningguo Mansion is a character who thinks he is free from the mundane world and doesn't care about everything.Jia Zhen became more and more wanton and luxurious.When it comes to kanban, several pairs of fir boards are useless.Hearing someone say that there is a good board in Xue Pan's shop, he hurriedly pulled people to beg for it.

"I've heard for a long time that my aunt's cousin has a lot of money, and every good thing in Beijing comes from my brother's house. I heard that there is a set of good boards in my brother's shop, called '樯木', which came from Huanghai Iron Net Mountain and made a coffin. , not bad for ten thousand years. Can you give up my brother to my poor daughter-in-law, so that her voice and smile will not change for ten thousand years." At the end, he choked up more and more.

Didn't you know that Xue Pan was dumbfounded when he heard it a long time ago.Quickly pulled his arm out of Jia Zhen's hand, and shouted softly: "Are you crazy? That board was brought by my father back then, and it was originally asked for by Prince Loyalty and Prince Zhongyi. How dare you dare to fight with the royal family?" People rob things?"

Hearing this, Jia Zhen pleaded in a low voice, "If Prince Loyalty is safe and sound, I would definitely not dare to do anything. But now that he has committed a crime, even the Emperor and the Holy Majesty don't want to see him." Him. What are you afraid of, big brother. No one will dare to buy your board if it is sealed in the store. At worst, I will pay double the price, as long as big brother is willing to cede it, everything can be negotiated."

"Negotiate ass." Xue Pan couldn't stand Jia Zhen's ignorance. He flicked Jia Zhen away with his sleeves and said coldly, "Don't bring others into trouble if you are ignorant. The Loyal Prince Tianhuang Guizhou, no matter what he commits What's the matter, he is the direct blood of the emperor, and in terms of blood alone, he is a hundred times stronger than us. How big are you and dare to fight him?"

After a pause, he sneered again and said, "I can just persuade the big brother. It's not a decent thing after all. Don't make it too conspicuous, but it will attract the attention of others. Your daughter-in-law is just a child of the seventh grade, how old is she?" A blessing to share this kind of thing?"

One sentence reminded Jia Zhen, and she suddenly realized: "Yes. My daughter-in-law has such a good character. If she is buried as a seventh-rank child, she will be defiled. No, I have to find a way."

Before he could say a word, he suddenly heard that Qin's servant girl named Ruizhu, seeing Qin's death, also touched the pillar and died.Jia Zhen was overjoyed when she heard the words, and quickly ordered her servants to carry out the funeral with the gift of a granddaughter.There is also a little girl named Baozhu who is willing to be her adopted daughter and mourn for Qin Keqing.Jia Zhen also ordered the whole family to call her "Miss".

In the eyes of everyone, whether it is clear or not, they are a little more suspicious.

A foolish person like Jia Baoyu secretly tugged on Xue Pan's sleeve and sighed: "These Ruizhu and Baozhu are just Rong's daughter-in-law who served her for four or five years. It's rare to be so loyal, filial, and righteous. Although Qing has no children, My son, I am destined to die early. However, with these two loyal slaves and maidservants, it is not in vain to live my life."

Yin sighed again: "Sooner or later I will die like this, and I don't want all the girls to do anything for me. I just hope that their tears can turn into a big river, float my body, and send it to the place where I can't reach it." The secluded place will fade away with the weather, and I will never be reincarnated as a human being from now on, that means I will die at the right time."

"The whole family is like this... It's really crazy. No one is normal." Xue Pan said a few words bitterly, and became more and more impatient to stay here, so he didn't even see Jia Zhen's face, just caring about himself After leaving the gate of Ningguo Mansion, I took a car all the way to Zhongxinhou Mansion.

Halfway along the road, he was suddenly stopped by someone.A white-faced, beardless middle-aged man with a managerial appearance stood beside the car, and said respectfully: "Master Xue, please stay, my master wants to see you."

Hearing this, Xue Pan raised his hand to lift the gauze curtain on the car window, and looked at the man carefully.I just feel that although this person behaves respectfully and speaks cautiously, he has a calm demeanor and is not like an ordinary person's manager.Yin laughed and said, "I don't know your master's name, but can I recognize it?"

The steward bowed slightly, and said again: "My master has never seen it, but he must have heard of it. Don't worry, my master, my master does not have any malicious intentions, but just wants to talk to the uncle."

Before Xue Pan could answer, Zhaocai sneered and said: "Manshenjing wants to talk to our uncle too much. My uncle has to meet all kinds of cats and dogs, and he doesn't even have time to eat and sleep every day. there is none left."

The steward heard the words.An angry look flashed across his face.He didn't agree to the fortune-telling words, so he patted his palms twice, and saw many figures suddenly appearing around the carriage.

Zhaocai was shocked, and took out the treasured sword at his waist, and asked coldly, "What are you going to do?"

A young servant from Jinbao immediately surrounded the carriage, holding a sharp knife, and his face was full of vigilance.

The steward curled his lips in a leisurely manner, and said with a light smile: "My master really doesn't have any malicious intentions, but he just wants to get to know the Xue family uncle. You don't have to be so nervous, what can I do in broad daylight? "

It's just that the words were high-sounding, but a group of people faintly forced them forward.

Xue Pan sighed softly in the carriage, and said, "Since you are so kind, I can't shirk it. Please!"

Zhao Cai was horrified, and quickly said: "Master——"

"I hope that your master really has no malicious intentions, otherwise..." Xue Pan chuckled and said, "Don't really think that these people are the only ones around me."

The steward nodded slightly, and said very respectfully: "The little one will lead the way."

Xue Pan responded, and ordered Zhaocai to follow behind in a carriage.

Although this person's behavior was a little crazy, Xue Pan didn't take it to heart.One point is that this place is in the middle of Beijing, which is Tuzhen's territory.He saw himself so closely, there must be people around him with blood drops or sticky sticks, but Xue Pan didn't notice it.The second reason is Mr. Shi. Although he hadn't seen each other in Beijing for more than a year, the Heart Strengthening Gu on Xue Pan made him faintly aware that Mr. Shi was around him.Based on these two points, Xue Pan felt relieved.

I was speechless all the way, and the car stopped after about half a stick of incense.Xue Pan sat in the car and didn't feel that the steward was going around in circles.Just walked over so straight, thinking that the owner really didn't have any malicious intentions.

Xue Pan smiled softly, got up and got out of the carriage.Standing still on the ground, he looked around with a comfortable expression. This was a very grand and luxurious appearance.The golden ring of rich gates, the stone lions on both sides are graceful and ferocious, showing a bit of nobility.Both sides of the door are guarded by guards who don't look sideways.Xue Pan raised his eyes for the last time, feeling terrified in his heart, and fixed his eyes on the plaque on the door of the mansion.

The steward smiled complacently, and said, "Don't worry, Mr. Xue, my master is really innocent."

Although there is no malice, there is no good intention after all.

Xue Pan shook his head and smiled wryly.He glanced at the plaque on the door again, and followed the steward into the gate of the mansion.

The scenery in the mansion became more and more exquisite.Precious flowers and carefully carved rocks can be seen everywhere.The floor tiles under his feet were as smooth as black jade, and they were not slippery or harsh when he stepped on them. Xue Pan had only seen it in one place.Visible, even the slightest nuances show luxury.He couldn't help but sigh in his heart, the world rumored that this man was at the peak of his favor before he lost power, almost comparable to the emperor.I saw it today, and it really is.

All the way through Huaduliu to the back garden.It's cold at the end of the year, and it's already the season of decay for all things.But this back garden is full of flowers and colorful.The scene of competing for beauty is even more colorful than the greenhouse in Xue Pan's home.

A beauty couch made of wisteria was quietly placed among the flowers, and next to it was a small table in the shape of plum blossoms with black lacquer and gold filling, on which were placed two plates of dried fruits and a pot of clear tea.The tea is curling up, still steaming.It seemed more relaxed and peaceful.

A beauty was lying on the couch with her eyes closed, her body covered with a piece of soft and smooth white fox fur.She looks more and more beautiful and elegant.

The steward walked three steps away from the beauty, stood still, and said softly, "Master, the person has already been brought."

The beauty moved slightly when she heard the words.The slightly closed eyes slowly opened, and the black eyes stared straight at Xue Pan.Cold as autumn water, bright as Beichen.Beneath the softness and indifference, there is a faint innate arrogance and disdain.Can't help but not make people feel disgusted, but sincerely give birth to the feeling that it should be.

The man smiled slightly and said softly, "You are Xue Pan?"

The voice was clear and soft, arrogant and self-restraining, matching the slightly raised corners of his eyes and brows when he spoke, Xue Pan could only feel a sense of nobility coming towards him.Such a regal temperament is not found in Tu Zhen, Zhong Chun, Zhong Rui and Zhong Lian.The only thing Xue Pan had ever seen was the more majestic Emperor.

He sighed secretly in his heart, he was worthy of being taught by the emperor's precepts and deeds.On the face, he knelt down on one knee and said more respectfully: "My humble minister Xue Pan, I have met Prince Loyalty. The prince is a thousand years old."

"Get up!" Tu Ying looked at the respectful Xue Pan, his eyes flashed in a daze. "It's been a long time since I've heard someone greet you like this, and it suddenly felt strange and harsh."

Xue Pan stood aside silently and did not answer.

Tu Ying sighed softly, and said to himself: "People can't live a hundred years at most, but it's not ridiculous to imagine that they can live forever?"

Xue Pan blinked, not knowing what to say.In some respects, Xue Pan is a very dull person.Because he was spoiled by his family, he didn't know how to play tricks and chat with people he didn't know well.It was unnecessary in the previous life, and it is not necessary in this life.Neither Xue Zhizhang nor Tu Zhen will force him to do things that he is not good at or willing to do.That's why Xue Pan felt a little at a loss in front of Tu Ying.

Is it because of his status as a winner, or because of his situation.Xue Pan didn't know, but it was very obvious that Tu Zhen didn't care about Xue Pan's answer.Because he has already said it on his own.

"My king has never liked winter, because there are no bright flowers in winter, and the withered grass and dead branches all over my eyes will only make me feel cold and humble. I didn't feel like I was busy planning and planning, but now I stay here all day. Sad for the spring and autumn. I had no choice but to take the earth dragon into the garden, and cover it warmly, and let the flowers bloom." When Tu Ying said this, he asked Xue Pan with a smile: "How do you see the flowers and plants in this king's garden? , can it compare to the imperial garden in the palace?"

Xue Pan said honestly: "At this time of winter, the flowers and plants in the imperial garden in the palace are all withered and decaying. Where can there be the colorful and charming flowers in the prince's mansion."

Tu Ying hooked the corners of his mouth slightly, showing a very happy look.She tilted her head and said, "People in the world think that this king will be down and out like a homeless dog if something goes wrong, and they all think about how to step on this king's foot to make Tu Zhen happy. I never thought that this king's life is quite comfortable, right? ?”

These words were too sensitive and sharp, Xue Pan simply lowered his head and did not speak.

Seeing this, Tu Ying snorted nonchalantly, and said, "People in the world have rumored that Xue Pan is arrogant, domineering and arrogant, and he doesn't remember it. Why did he become respectful in front of this king?"

"The majesty of the prince is naturally not something that we and the common people can celebrate." Xue Pan said softly.

Du Ying is obviously not very satisfied.Frowning, he said, "But you are very open-minded in front of Tu Zhen. Do you think this king's tolerance is not as good as that kid Tu Zhen?"

Xue Pan blinked his eyes and stopped talking.

Tu Ying sneered and said, "That's right. From Tu Zhen's point of view, I'm afraid this king is a heinous, unforgiving, disloyal, filial, and unrighteous animal for the sake of the throne. No wonder you are so afraid. After all, there is a big difference between an animal and a human." Yes. You are not afraid of Tu Zhen, because you think Tu Zhen is a person. You are afraid of me, because you think I am a beast. Right?"

Xue Pan's face became more and more gentle and respectful, but he lowered his head firmly and did not speak.

Tu Zhen sighed lightly. "Since I'm so down and down, what are you afraid of? Why don't you scold me so hard that you can please Tu Zhen in front of me."

Xue Pan curled his lips and couldn't help but said, "The Holy One is not that kind of person."

"What kind of person is he?" Tu Ying tilted his head and asked seriously.The look is persistent and innocent.Looking in Xue Pan's eyes, he felt a burst of shock.

"You don't have to be afraid of me. What are you afraid of me for?" Tu Zhen sneered and said, "Everyone is afraid of me. Even the emperor is afraid of me. Actually, what have I done that is outrageous?"

Xue Pan quietly clenched his hands hidden in his sleeves, his palms were sticky.He pursed his lips nervously.

Seeing it in his eyes, Tu Ying became more and more happy.

"They're all so scared, even if they lose power." Tu Ying shook his head happily. "You said that if this king calls Jia Zhen over now, will he be so scared that he won't even be able to leave?"

Before Xue Pan could reply, he said with distaste for himself: "However, a slave like Jia Zhen is not worthy of my king seeing him. He wants to use my king's coffin board, so you can just give it to him. I would rather Let's see, after he uses it, will he really enjoy it forever."

Xue Pan's heart tightened, he never expected that Tu Ying, a deposed prince who had lost power, would have such well-informed news.For a while, he became more and more dazed.

Tu Ying saw it in his eyes and smiled casually.

"I finally know why that kid Tu Zhen trusts you so much." Tu Yingxin took a sip from the tea cup on the small table, and said calmly, "Because you are really stupid."

Xue Pan's face darkened.

Tu Ying lay down on the couch slowly, losing interest in talking.

For a moment, Tu Ying's breathing became shallower.The steward who was watching quietly walked up to Xue Pan, tugged at Xue Pan's sleeve, and signaled Xue Pan to follow him out.

The two walked out on tiptoe, and when they just stepped out of the back garden, they heard Tu Ying behind him said lightly: "If you have a chance, you might as well ask Mr. Shi to come and have a look at me. I really want to see you... this makes me want to see you." A man who has fallen flat."

Xue Pan froze, with an incredulous look on his face.

After a long pause, he slowly walked out of the back garden after being reminded by the steward.Although the weather was cold at the end of the year, Xue Pan broke out in a cold sweat before he knew it.

The stars move and turn, but suddenly the sun is approaching.After all, Xue Pan didn't hand over the mahogany board to Jia Zhen.Jia Zhen couldn't help it, and finally asked someone to buy boards in other provinces for 7000 taels and ship them back.During the period, Xue Pan was quite critical of Xue Pan, but Xue Pan smiled lightly and didn't take it seriously.It's just that they faintly alienate the people in Ningguo Mansion.

It wasn't until the day of the funeral that I couldn't get away, so I came to pay my respects.

At that time, the officials and guests sent the funeral, and the four princes and eight princes came together.Together with the decorations of various deacons in front, they are all made in time for new ones.Mighty and mighty, the area is spread out three or four miles away.After a short walk, colorful sheds were set up on the side of the road, banquets were held, harmony music was played, and the sound of alarm bells and drums spread all over the capital.All are road festivals.One application is glamorous and extravagant.There are countless people who have transgressed the rules.The refugees in the market, the fresh households of Gaomen passed from mouth to mouth, but within half a day, the news that the Ningguo Mansion had actually made a huge battle for a grandson's daughter-in-law spread like wings.

Xue Pan looked carefully, and found that the people who came to worship and comfort were either the four kings and eight princes who were close to them, or those who were seeking fame and fortune in the court.As long as everyone follows the rules and fulfills their duties, the Hanlin Qingliu will not be seen at all.Knowing that the Ningguo Mansion's move completely lost the hearts of the people, even though they knew it earlier, they couldn't help feeling sorry for it.With a long sigh, he hid behind the crowd and became more and more low-key.

Jia Baoyu followed Xue Pan in plain clothes.Seeing Xue Pan's silent and lost look at this moment, he couldn't help asking: "Brother Xue, what's wrong?"

Xue Pan raised his head, looked at Jia Baoyu who looked innocent and ignorant, sighed, and said perfunctorily, "It's nothing, just thinking about how old Rong's daughter-in-law is, it's a pity."

When Jia Baoyu heard the words, he also sighed: "That's not the case. It's really a beauty!"

Before he could say a few words, he heard someone from the front pass the report: "Second master told Bao Erye to take off his plain clothes and hurry up. The prince of Beijing Jing asked to see the second master by name!"

Hearing this, Baoyu hurriedly took off her plain clothes and went to see her.

He only heard Wang Jing of Beijing asking with a smile some pleasantries that he had never studied before, and immediately asked about the jade in his mouth in public.It caused Baoyu to obediently offer the psychic jade, and asked many questions, fiddled with it for a long time, and praised again and again.For fear that others would not hear him, he smiled and said, "Young Master is really a dragon, a horse, and a phoenix..."

Attract bystanders to pry their necks.Among them, those who learned that Baoyu's reputation as a world-shaking demon king were disdainful, looked sideways more and more, with sarcasm on their faces.Seeing it, Xue Pan shook his head again.

It can be said that everyone pushed the wall down.The Ningguo Mansion hasn't recruited much at the moment, it's just that when they were confused and hurt, they violated the royal family's thoughts a little bit, so so many people came rushing to get the eye medicine.It is conceivable that the Rongning and Ningfus really lost in the future, and how many people would make trouble.

For a while, it became more and more boring.

Interlude stepped forward to interrupt King Beijing's words, and said with a light smile: "King Beijing has to pay attention to the rules even if he speaks nonsense. As for Baoyu, the devil king of the world, he can only make do with me, a stupid overlord who doesn't remember anything. .If he is really 'young phoenix is ​​clearer than old phoenix', we have to see if the real phoenix can do it!"

What he said made everyone laugh.Baoyu couldn't figure it out, and laughed along with him.

King Bei Jing saw it in his eyes, and an ambiguous smile appeared on his lips, and he said to Xue Pan: "I didn't see you hiding in the crowd, but it's Xiao Wang's fault."

Xue Pan also laughed and said, "Today's funeral, I'm just a guest. How can I let you see it at a glance?"

King Beijing Jing laughed dumbly.And exchanged a few words with Xue Pan, and turned Jia Baoyu's limelight into invisible.Jia Zhen felt sorry for the Qin family, but she didn't care.Jia She didn't take it to heart at all.Only Jia Zheng breathed a sigh of relief.Although he is pedantic, he is not good at dancing with long sleeves.But faintly felt that King Jing's words were really disturbing.Now that Xue Pan stood up and missed the point, Jia Zheng not only didn't feel angry, but felt a little more at ease.

After a while, everyone finished greeting.Saying goodbye to Xie En, ordered his subordinates to silence the music, and insisted that the water-soluble sedan chair go on its own first, and then the funeral was over, and it headed towards the direction of Tiekan Temple like a flood.