Tanlang said happily, "Gambling den? Great, great. Let's go!"
Xu Xian was exhausted after his battle with Yang Jian. He had no interest in this Furong Garden at all. He just wanted to go back, take a hot bath, and sleep with Yun Yan in his arms.
However, if he didn't go and this young man went, he would be like a lamb walking into a tiger's den. Moreover, the other party was a prince, so he couldn't offend him too much. Even if he didn't mind, he had to take Pan Yu into consideration.
Xu Xian replied, "Thank you, Third Young Master. Can you send someone back to inform the residence so that my wife doesn't have to wait for too long?" Yun Yan must still be awake and waiting for him to return.
Thinking of Yun Yan, he felt a trace of tenderness in his heart.
The Third Prince was slightly surprised and said, "Your wife is also in the capital?" He felt a little disdain in his heart. When a man came out to make friends, did he need to inform his family?
Seeing Xu Xian nod, the Third Prince smiled and said, "I was just about to invite Pan Mingyu over. This is just right." He then sent someone to inform King Pan's residence.
The carriage started moving again, heading towards Furong Garden.
Along the way, Tanlang didn't say anything to avoid spoiling something more interesting.
He only secretly sized up Xu Xian and guessed what kind of power it was.
Although his transcendence energy was far stronger than Xu Xian's, sitting next to him made him feel an instinctive pressure. This feeling only appeared when he was facing the Emperor.
Zi Wei was the Master of the Stars, so it wasn't strange for him to feel pressured. However, what was the power of this Xu Xian beside him?
This made Xu Xian feel gratified. Although this child was a little stupid, he was not completely stupid.
Everyone loved beauty, and this had nothing to do with gender. Ravenous Wolf's handsomeness made Xu Xian secretly sigh in admiration. Moreover, at such a young age, she already cherished him.
When the carriage stopped, Xu Xian got off and took a look, and he was shocked.
In front of him was a majestic palace situated on the banks of the Qu River. It was accompanied by four corner towers, and the atmosphere was very magnificent.
The brilliant lights illuminated the hall, reflecting off the rippling waters of the Qu River. Even the waters of the river rippled.
At this moment, the dark clouds dispersed and the moon shone down, enveloping the palace under the moonlight. It looked like a heavenly palace.
When Xu Xian was flying in the sky, he had seen the night sky southeast of Chang 'an. It was very bright at night, but he did not expect Chang' an to have such a magnificent night view.
He had originally thought that the so-called Hibiscus Garden was just a high-class brothel, but he had not expected it to have such a grand atmosphere.
Only the faint sounds of stringed instruments and laughter told him that this was not the imperial palace, but a gaming venue with a brothel and gambling den as its core.
The Third Prince explained, "This Hibiscus Garden used to be the imperial palace garden in the previous dynasty. Afterwards, the army besieged the city. The palace maids and eunuchs, thousands of people died in this Hibiscus Garden.
After the founding of the country, the imperial family later renovated this garden and wanted to use it again. However, strange things often happened, so it was abandoned. Later, it was changed to what it is today. "
Xu Xian did not ask how these thousands of people died. In troubled times, human lives were like grass.
But now, there was singing and dancing everywhere, and there was no trace of the misery of that day. The blood stains had long been diluted by the traces of wine!
But he could not help but think of what Yang Jian had said.
Troubled times, was it really coming?
Xu Xian immediately shook his head. How could it be?
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When Pan Yu received the news, she was meditating in her room. She immediately sat up from her bed and frowned. Hibiscus Garden?
That was not a good place. Although she believed that Xu Xian would not act recklessly, she was still anxious. Even if the Third Prince did not invite her, she would still go and take a look.
She put on her clothes and boots and walked out. On the way, she ordered the steward to prepare a horse carriage. Then, she turned to Yun Yan's small courtyard.
Yun Yan was leaning on the side of the bed, reading a book by candlelight. Suddenly, there was a knock on the door. "Yun Yan, open the door."
Yun Yan was overjoyed. Only then did she recognize that it was Pan Yu's voice. She put down the book and opened the door. Seeing that Pan Yu was dressed neatly, she asked, "Pan Gongzi, where are you going?"
Pan Yu walked into the room and said, "Aren't we still going to look for your husband?"
Yun Yan widened her eyes and said, "Husband?
What happened to him? "
Pan Yu recounted the matter. Seeing that she was slightly unhappy, Yun Yan could not help but laugh, "Husband will not act recklessly. Why are you jealous?"
Pan Yu rolled her eyes at her and said, "Heartless woman. I'm going to find him now. Are you coming?"
Yun Yan pointed at her nose and said, "Me?!
Go to that kind of place? "She shook her head and said," I think I'll pass! "
Pan Yu said, "There are not only brothels there. There are also teahouses, theaters, lanterns, and pleasure boats. Even the daughters of officials and rich families go there to have fun. It can be said that only one out of ten people would go there to visit prostitutes.
Your husband brought you to the capital, but you just shut yourself in the house. Tonight, I'll bring you around and let you see the night view of the capital. "
Yun Yan sat back on the bed and hugged the pillow. She shook her head with certainty and said, "I'm not going!" Well, it was better to stay at home and wait for her husband.
Pan Yu said, "To think that you were the disciple of Yin Hongxiu. You are really stupid.
If he doesn't come back, you probably won't go to sleep.
Instead of waiting here, it's better to find him. After dealing with that group of people, we can go to the theater together to watch the show. "
Yun Yan was a little surprised and said, "Why are you suddenly so good to me?" If there was such a good opportunity, Pan Yu would be eager to be alone with Xu Xian.
Pan Yu smiled and did not say anything. Yun Yan somewhat understood and said, "Alright then!" Then she changed into men's clothes and went out with Pan Yu.
In the carriage, Pan Yu took out a brocade box with many dried petals in it. "Do you know what this is?"
Yun Yan thought and said, "Is it the cold condensing petals?
There really is such a thing in this world. I thought it was made up in the books. "
Pan Yu said, "Smart. Then you should know how to use it!"
Yun Yan picked up a piece and put it in her mouth. She only felt a cool feeling spread out and her mind became clear. The trace of sleepiness disappeared without a trace and she became a hundred times more spirited.
She asked, "The value of this petal must be very high!"
Pan Yu said, "There are people in the capital who cultivate it, so it's not expensive. One golden leaf for one petal.
Using it once in a while is indeed miraculous, but it can't be used often or it will damage the spirit. "
Yun Yan clicked her tongue in wonder. This was indeed the capital. She also somewhat looked forward to the scenery of the Hibiscus Garden.
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Tan Lang clapped and said with a smile, "Good, good, good!
I like to come to this kind of place.
Young Master Zhou, let's go and take a look. "
A cold light flashed in the Third Prince's eyes and he said with a smile, "Alright, let's go in!" Along the way, he had already recovered his original bearing.
The few of them walked up the stairs and walked up to a hundred steps before they arrived at the front of the building. They saw the three big words "Purple Cloud Building" written on the door.
People came and went in front of the door, all dressed in beautiful clothes. Many people greeted the Third Prince and said, "Third Young Master!" The Third Prince only nodded slightly.
There was already a dignified and beautiful maid waiting in front of the door. At this moment, she smiled charmingly at the Third Prince and said, "Third Young Master, your guests have been waiting in the Warm Spring Pavilion for a long time." Then she swayed her waist and led the three of them into the building.
The golden-colored hall was filled with people, but they were all whispering to each other and there was not the slightest noise.
The maids were all dressed in splendid clothes and stood calmly. When guests entered the door, they would go up to greet them.
Countless glass lampshades formed a large chandelier on the ceiling that was painted with murals, wantonly sprinkling its brilliance.
Even though he was prepared, the splendor of the building still slightly exceeded Xu Xian's imagination. He sighed slightly in his heart, "What a luxurious life!"
The Third Prince had been paying attention to Xu Xian's expression. Seeing him reveal a look of admiration, he felt slightly proud.
However, he saw that the handsome young man was still laughing and had a carefree appearance. Just that handsome appearance alone was enough to attract the gazes of countless people.
Tan Lang's ears twitched and he said with a smile, "I heard the sound of dice. Young Master Zhou, my hands are itching. I want to go play a few rounds, so I won't accompany you."
Xu Xian had long wanted him to go as far as possible, so he said, "Go quickly!"
The Third Prince said, "Little brother, I'll find someone to take you there!"
With a wave of his hand, a man came out from behind the white marble counter and bowed, "What orders does Third Young Master have?" From Xu Xian's perspective, although this person was not the boss, he was probably the manager of the lobby or something like that.
The Third Prince said, "Take this young master to the casino to have a look!"
However, Tan Lang spread out his hands and said with a smile, "Thank you very much, Young Master Zhou. However, I still have a problem. I don't have any money on me now. I don't know if you gamble with your hands or feet here?" His eyes rolled a few times, but there was still a careless smile on his face.
The man was stunned. In the casino, unless one's eyes were red, who would gamble with their hands or feet as soon as they came up? It was obvious that he was looking for trouble.
If it was an ordinary person, he would immediately ask someone to drive him out. However, this person was a friend of the Third Prince, so the situation was very different.
Tan Lang hooked his arm around Xu Xian's neck and said in a low voice, "Prince Xu, we've known each other for a while. Can you lend me some money to spend? If I win, I'll give you half of it."
Of course, Xu Xian wouldn't agree. Tan Lang was trying to understand his feelings and move him with reason.
Xu Xian felt that this brat was hopeless. What was even more hopeless was that he had taken the money bag from his waist and thrown it into Tan Lang's hand. Seeing Tan Lang disappear into the crowd with his money bag, Xu Xian didn't have any hope for the money in the money bag anymore.
Xu Xian stepped on the soft carpet and went upstairs step by step. The environment immediately became a lot quieter.
Glancing around, he saw that the bamboo curtain was divided into many compartments, and he could vaguely hear the sounds of singing and dancing. However, it wasn't the lewd and flirtatious talk that he had expected. Instead, it was very elegant.
However, the Third Prince's footsteps went up again. He went all the way to the fifth floor, which was an independent hall.
Ferocious bronze beasts stood on both sides of the stairs, spitting out a faint sandalwood fragrance from their mouths. Two rows of bronze carved pillars supported the towering dome. In such a brothel, it actually showed the majesty of the royal family.
Compared to the lower floors, this place was a bit more empty and quiet.
As soon as a person made a sound, there would be a faint echo.