TCCRMMAICSTA Chapter 18

Before entering the Zhaixing Hall, the Third Princess’s furious voice could be heard.

 

“Ahhh, why won’t Duke Zhan accept my gift!”

 

“No way! This princess must go to Duke Zhan’s residence in person. Prepare the carriage, we’re leaving the palace!”

 

The Third Princess stormed out of the hall and ran into Yu Wanwan.

 

Yu Wanwan quickly bowed and said, “This servant greets the princess. I’m here to teach you the  Northeast Two-person Dance .”

 

The Third Princess, still in a rage, was not in the mood to learn dance. She stamped her foot and replied, “Go jump off a building! I’m not interested in a three-person dance right now.”

 

“You! Come with me out of the palace.”

 

Yu Wanwan, shocked, pointed at herself. “Me?”

 

“Who else? If you want to jump, go to Duke Zhan’s residence.”

 

Yu Wanwan’s eyes lit up at the thought of leaving the palace. She had arrived in the palace from another world and had never seen the outside, especially the brothels she had been dreaming of!

 

So, she cheerfully agreed, “Yes, yes, yes, this servant will accompany the princess out of the palace immediately.”

 

【The Third Princess is tough; she’d rather die at Duke Zhan’s place.】

 

【Sisters at the brothel, I’m coming!】

 

【I’ll help the Third Princess stay at Duke Zhan’s residence, and sneak off to the flower gardens myself. How delightful.】

 

The Third Princess, frowning, suddenly found Yu Wanwan more agreeable when she heard that she could stay at Duke Zhan’s residence.

 

She promised, “As long as you can help me stay at Duke Zhan’s place, I will grant you one day of freedom.”

 

Yu Wanwan’s heart raced with excitement. “This servant thanks the princess.”

 

Once the Third Princess threw her tantrum, the emperor sent a team of imperial guards to escort her out of the palace for a stroll.

 

The side gate of the palace was opened. The Third Princess, still dressed in her magnificent attire, walked out, while Yu Wanwan, dressed in a common servant’s robe, followed her. The imperial guards also changed into ordinary guard uniforms, making it look like a young lady was going out for a trip.

 

As they walked away from the imposing and tightly guarded palace, Yu Wanwan took a last look at the grand palace made of golden bricks and glazed tiles.

 

【The air outside the palace is sweet. Honestly, I don’t want to return to the palace at all.】

 

【But… if I don’t return, I might end up being stuck here. Between being a eunuch or dying outside the palace, I’d rather be a eunuch.】

 

The Third Princess overheard Yu Wanwan’s thoughts and her face turned red.

 

She urged, “Yu Wanfu, hurry up.”

 

Yu Wanwan nodded and kept pace, scanning the bustling cityscape.

 

Once they were away from the palace, the streets became lively. The broad streets were crowded, with shops lining both sides and street vendors pushing carts selling various items. Yu Wanwan quickly spotted a shop named Bai Mei Qian Jiao (Hundreds of Charms). While other shops had their doors open and were bustling with customers, this one named Bai Mei Qian Jiao had its doors firmly shut.

 

Experience told Yu Wanwan that this was undoubtedly a brothel. Brothels usually rested during the day and came alive with lights and excitement at night, just like modern brothels.

 

She made a mental note of the brothel’s location and planned to return after dark.

 

【It’s been so long since I’ve kissed anyone that even duck tongues feel tender. It’s been so long since I’ve held hands that spicy chicken feet make me tremble.】

 

【This time! I’m going to reclaim all the beautiful sisters I’ve lost!】

 

【But Duke Zhan is a madman and not easy to fool. I need to plan carefully… I must keep the Third Princess at Duke Zhan’s residence until nightfall before I can go to the brothel.】

 

The Third Princess, overhearing Yu Wanwan’s mumbling, relaxed her expression.

 

Yu Wanwan’s thoughts were just like hers. In the past, she would be kicked out of Duke Zhan’s residence in less than fifteen minutes.

 

As long as Yu Wanwan can keep the Third Princess at Duke Zhan’s residence until dark today, the Third Princess will be satisfied.

 

Anyway, Yu Wanwan is just a servant and can’t do anything in a brothel. Even if he can’t enjoy the pleasures, it’s fine for him to see it. The Third Princess is truly kind!

 

The two, with their different thoughts, arrived at the entrance of Duke Zhan’s residence. The imposing gate of the residence was guarded by a pair of golden lions, said to be a reward from the emperor for Duke Zhan’s great achievements.

 

Yu Wanwan looked at the lions and murmured to herself, 【I wonder, are these lions made of pure gold?】

 

【These lions are so large. Would anyone notice if I secretly took a piece?】

 

“Princess, our lord is not at home,” the guard’s report interrupted Yu Wanwan’s thoughts.

 

The Third Princess’s face turned red with anger upon hearing this. She pointed at the guard and said, “You’re lying to me! Why is it that every time I come, Duke Zhan is never here?”

 

The guard bowed respectfully and replied, “Princess, I swear I’m not lying. Duke Zhan left just before you arrived…”

 

“Why don’t you come in and wait? I’ll send someone to fetch Duke Zhan.”

 

“I don’t want that! You’ve used this excuse to deceive me many times already,” the Third Princess pouted and threw a tantrum at the entrance of Duke Zhan’s residence.

 

Every time she came, either Duke Zhan wasn’t there, or if she waited until dark, she still wouldn’t see him. Even if she did see him by chance, Duke Zhan would drive her out within a quarter of an hour.

 

The gatekeeper looked troubled. “Princess, I truly have no other solution…”

 

Yu Wanwan tugged at the Third Princess’s sleeve and said, “Princess, don’t be anxious. Let’s go in and wait.”

 

【Duke Zhan would directly throw other women out, but the Third Princess’s status is special, so Duke Zhan has to avoid her. However, there’s always a way to make him appear.】

 

The Third Princess, initially furious, agreed immediately after Yu Wanwan’s persuasion.

 

“Fine, I’ll go in and wait.”

 

The gatekeeper, while instructing the housekeeper to attend to the Third Princess, glanced at Yu Wanwan with surprise.This servant has some skill; he managed to persuade the temperamental Third Princess.

 

The Third Princess, along with her entourage, entered the main hall of Duke Zhan’s residence. The housekeeper promptly had tea and pastries prepared. The old housekeeper smiled apologetically. “Princess, please enjoy the tea. I’ve already sent someone to fetch Duke Zhan.”

 

The old housekeeper was well-practised at this. He thought to himself, The Third Princess comes every time but is very impatient. She’ll likely lose her temper and leave before dark. I’ll just serve her well and see if she can stay.

 

Meanwhile, in Duke Zhan’s study, Zhou Jingchuan was reading letters at his desk when the shadow guard Lin Yi reported, “My lord, the Third Princess has arrived at the residence with Yu Wanwan.”

 

Hearing Yu Wanwan’s name, Zhou Jingchuan’s hand paused slightly. He then spoke calmly, “Let them be.”

 

Although Yu Wanwan was somewhat interesting, the Third Princess was a nuisance. He preferred to keep his distance and see what tricks Yu Wanwan might come up with.

 

The Third Princess, barely having sat down in the hall, asked anxiously, “Yu Wanwan, you won’t make me wait here until evening, will you?”

 

“I need to spend the whole day with Duke Zhan, not just alone.”

 

Yu Wanwan, grinning slyly, said, “Princess, don’t worry… I’ll make sure you spend the whole day with Duke Zhan.”

 

“Quickly, tell me! What’s the plan?” The Third Princess asked, her voice rising in excitement.

 

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