After rebirth, the Queen of Madness has gone against the will of Heaven

Chapter 124: Appointment on the Flower Boat (2)

Yu Qingli was stunned. "What is this?"

"Young lady, you know that most of the women in our Beauty House make a living by singing and dancing. If they want to perform on stage, they naturally need a set of dazzling clothes. Recently, a singing and dancing house has opened across the street. The women there wear gorgeous clothes. In comparison, our Beauty House is inferior. If this continues, I am afraid it will affect our business."

Yu Qingli nodded. That was true. These dignitaries or scholars who came to show their support were all men after all. Men are visual animals and will pursue beautiful things.

Qu Linlang continued, "I'm sorry to ask you this, but Miss runs a textile shop. I think she could design some unique clothes for us."

Qu Linlang's eyes were sincere and full of confidence, as if she was certain that Yu Qingli would agree.

In fact, Yu Qingli did agree to it. Firstly, from a business perspective, she would not refuse such a big deal. Secondly, she personally admired Mrs. Qu very much and felt that this woman was really to her liking.

Seeing Yu Qingli so straightforward, Qu Linlang also readily ordered someone to present 1,000 taels of silver as a deposit, hoping that their cooperation would be pleasant.

The two chatted about everything and got along surprisingly well. The atmosphere in the private room was extremely warm. Suddenly, an idea came to Yu Qingli's mind: this Mrs. Qu could really be considered her soulmate.

"Thank you very much, Miss Yu. I believe that with your help, my beauty shop business will flourish."

"You're too polite, Madam Qu." Yu Qingli said with a smile, "If Madam Qu doesn't mind, please just call me Qingli by my first name."

Qu Linlang paused, her eyes sparkling. "That's great! Then Qingli, you can just call me by my name. However, I'm a few years older than you, so I don't know if I'm worthy of being called sister."

Yu Qingli smiled lightly and said, "Sister Linlang is so polite, and I deserve it."

Upon hearing this, Qu Linlang couldn't help but burst into tears of joy. After years of living in the dust, she had seen countless cold stares and cold looks, whether from those around her or outside. But how many women who knew her identity could actually look her in the eye? She had been wandering around all her life, yet she had never had a close friend. To be able to receive Yu Qingli's favorable gaze today, she was deeply moved.

He immediately ordered Ruyi, "Remove the tea and bring some wine. I want to have a drink with Sister Qingli today."

Yu Qingli waved her hands repeatedly, "Sister Linlang, absolutely not. I can't handle alcohol, I'm afraid it will cause a joke."

Qu Linlang smiled faintly and said, "It's homemade osmanthus wine, so Sister Qingli doesn't have to worry about getting drunk."

As we were talking, we smelled a refreshing fragrance. The scent of flowers mixed with the aroma of wine filled the room from the doorway. Just the smell made us feel a little drunk.

The words of refusal were on the tip of Yu Qingli's lips, but she swallowed them back because she was tempted by the aroma of the wine. This was the first time she had seen such fine wine, so it would be okay to have a few drinks.

In her previous life, Yu Qingli had a good alcohol tolerance. When she followed Murong Feng in the army, she often drank with those strong men and could drink quite a bit. Although she got drunk before, her alcohol tolerance would get better every time she got drunk.

But Yu Qingli is still an unmarried woman and has never touched any alcohol.

Qu Linlang personally poured a glass of wine for Yu Qingli and told her to drink as she pleased while she drank it all in one gulp. Yu Qingli couldn't bear to watch this, so she also reached out to take the glass, opened her red lips slightly, and took a sip.

It is mellow at first, with a light sweet osmanthus fragrance accompanied by a little spiciness sliding into the throat, which warms the body and mind. After entering the throat, the taste of wine gradually dissipates, leaving only a hint of sweetness, just like aged osmanthus honey.

"What a great wine! Compared to the ones on the market, this kind of wine is worth a fortune!"

Yu Qingli sighed, and Qu Linlang beside her smiled faintly and said, "Yes, the prince also said so. He always asks for a few cups every time he comes here."

Yu Qingli didn't respond. Why did she bring up Murong Yan for no reason?

The more she didn't want to hear about Murong Yanhui, the more Qu Linlang seemed to want to say, "I heard that the prince announced to the whole city that he wanted to pursue the young lady these days?"

Yu Qingli frowned. "Even Sister Linlang has heard about it? It's probably just a joke. Prince Yan was probably just in a good mood and thought of using Qingli to kill time."

As Yu Qingli spoke, she picked up the wine glass and took a sip.

Seeing Yu Qingli's unhappy expression, Qu Linlang couldn't help but laugh and said, "Qingli, you don't seem to believe the prince's sincerity?"

"Sincerely?" Yu Qingli sneered. "Sister Linlang, have you also been deceived? It's just a few sweet words, just ordinary tricks. Maybe you're tired of the rich fish and meat and want to change your taste for some light porridge and small dishes. Not to mention that we are just casual acquaintances, even if we have experienced hardships together, we may not be able to share wealth, right?"

Isn't Murong Feng the best example? What they experienced couldn't be compared with a few nice words or a few good poems. But what was the result?

Even if they had made vows to each other and even if they had gone through hardships together, people's hearts would still change with various temptations, so she no longer believed that there was any sincerity in this world.

Qu Linlang smiled bitterly. How could she not know this? Since ancient times, passionate women have often been followed by unfaithful men. The sweet words spoken in the past probably wouldn't stand the test of time and would become a sharp knife piercing the heart.

However, even after going through so much, she still believed that there was still sincerity and good people in this world. It was just that she had a bad fate and had not met these good people earlier.

"Qingli, please don't say that. From what I know about the prince, I'm afraid he's really moved this time."

Yu Qingli shook her head. "Sister Linlang, I don't want to talk about this. Besides, I'm destined to marry the eldest prince."

Maybe it was the effect of the alcohol, but Yu Qingli's tone was tinged with sadness. The pain in her eyes made Qu Linlang feel sad.

"Qingli, do you have any unspeakable secrets?"

Although they were newly recognized sisters, Qu Linlang wanted to care about the woman in front of her from the bottom of her heart, the woman that her benefactor liked, the woman who was different from others.

Yu Qingli remained silent, just filled the wine glass and drank it all in one gulp!

The secret buried deep in my heart cannot be told to anyone. Even if I tell it, no one will believe it! Even if they believe it, it can't change anything!

In that case, why should she pretend to be a resentful woman? What is bound to happen is bound to happen, and the hatred that is bound to be avenged will be taken sooner or later.

Whether it is Murong Yanhui or Qu Linlang, these people will eventually become passers-by in his life, coming and going in a hurry without leaving any trace.

After drinking three cups of osmanthus wine, Yu Qingli's face turned a little red, and even her head began to feel a little dizzy. She raised her eyes and looked at Qu Linlang opposite her.

But she looked guilty, raised her glass, bowed deeply, and said, "Sister Qingli, I was wrong about what happened today. I will apologize in person when I have the chance. However, I only had to resort to this desperate measure because I hope you and the prince can have a good outcome."

Yu Qingli looked confused, "Sister, what are you talking about? Why can't I understand a word you say?"

There was a faint sound of hurried footsteps outside the door, and then Qu Linlang said, "He's here. You two can talk it out."

Who's here? What are you saying?!

Yu Qingli was completely confused, thinking that she had been out for long enough and should go back as soon as possible.

Before he even stood up, his steps began to stagger and his head became more and more dizzy. It seemed that he had really drunk too much. Although this osmanthus wine was delicious, he should not drink too much.

Her vision began to blur, the interweaving of light and shadow, the figures of people, making it difficult for her to see who was in front of her. She only felt a pair of large hands holding her in an embrace, warm and reliable, and just like that, she fell into a deep sleep.

Murong Yanhui frowned, gently put her arm around Yu Qingli's slender waist, and said with a hint of dissatisfaction: "Linlang, how much wine did you give her to drink?"

"Just three cups of osmanthus wine!"

"You're this drunk after just three cups of osmanthus wine?" There was obvious disbelief in his tone.

Qu Linlang sighed deeply, looking thoughtfully at the pretty face with a blush on it, "I'm afraid it's not the wine that makes you drunk, but yourself."

Murong Yan replied, puzzled, "What do you mean? Did Lili say anything to you?"

Qu Linlang shook her head. "She didn't say anything, but she also said everything. Anyway, Your Majesty, please take good care of Qingli."

Murong Yanhui looked puzzled, but looking at Qu Linlang's expression, it seemed that she didn't want to tell him directly. It seemed that helping him this time had already made Qu Linlang very embarrassed, so he naturally couldn't trouble her with the next thing.

"Thank you!" Murong Yan replied sincerely.

"Your Highness, you are too kind. How dare I thank you for such a trivial matter?!"

Murong Yanhui picked up Yu Qingli by the waist and walked straight towards the door. When he reached the door, he suddenly stopped and said, "Linlang, Baili asked me to tell you that he is waiting for you at the long pavilion today!"

Qu Linlang smiled bitterly, "He knew I wouldn't keep the appointment, so why was he so persistent?"

"In my opinion, hiding like this is not a good idea. It would be best if you go meet Baili and talk things over with him."

Qu Linlang remained silent, and Murong Yanhui did not linger any longer, and directly took Yu Qingli away from the Beauty House.

Yu Qingli felt as if she had had a long dream, in which there was the gentle moonlight, the swaying boat, and the faint singing.

Coming back to her senses, Yu Qingli suddenly opened her eyes wide, and what she saw were sparkling pearls and beautiful red corals. The cool breeze blowing in from the window made the tassels made of all the finest jewels jingle.

Almost instantly, Yu Qingli was certain of one thing: she had been set up! The slightly swaying hull of the ship allowed her to quickly guess where she was.

I'm afraid she is on the flower boat now!

The crisp sound of wind chimes came to my ears, melodious and beautiful, accompanied by the melodious singing on the river, making people feel a little dazed.

"Lili, you're awake!"

A low voice entered Yu Qingli's ears, and when she looked up, she met that pair of charming peach blossom eyes.

"What does your Highness mean? Kidnapping?"

Yu Qingli's eyes turned cold, and she felt a splitting headache. What on earth did this damn man want to do? After teasing her like that, did he come up with some new tricks?

A trace of hurt flashed across his obsidian eyes, "Lili, I just wanted you to see the flower boat I prepared especially for you."