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"Do you want me to help you with poetry?"
"That depends on your performance!"
Jiang Han chuckled lightly, standing with his hands behind his back, already recalling the verses of ancient poets from Huaxia. Tang poetry, Song Ci, Yuan Zaju, and the novels of the Ming and Qing dynasties—each was a pinnacle of literary achievement.
Not to mention the scholars from the Xia Kingdom Envoy Group; even if Kong Bai himself were to come, Jiang Han would not feel inferior. However, he knew that he could not simply fulfill every request from Su Qianxue.
"I understand, sir. Please come in."
Recently, I have learned some techniques for massaging the head and would like to invite you to enjoy them." Su Qianxue spoke softly, but in her heart, she felt that serving a remarkable man like Jiang Han was a tremendous fortune. Otherwise, just dealing with the three questions posed by Jiu Zhu would have put her in a difficult position.
"Yan Dong, Cen Ya, Piao Xue, come in!"
Let the female guards handle these corpses.
Jiang Han stood with his hands behind his back and entered the shop. Before long, pleasant sounds began to emanate from the back room of the shop.
Jiang Han reclined in a chair as Su Qianxue extended her delicate white fingers to massage his head, kneading gently. She was curious as to why Jiang Han maintained short hair instead of letting it grow long like other men. Yet she also realized that short hair was easier to manage; there was even a hint of fragrance about him that made the massage feel incredibly relaxing.
"Press slightly to the left! Softer!"
"Piao Xue, take that feather and first draw a circle around his eyes, then glide it down along the bridge of his nose to his lips, circling around! Sweep across his cheeks and finally across his forehead, drawing another circle around his eyes before gliding down again, this time towards his left cheek—it feels much better that way." Jiang Han lay back in the chair with his eyes closed as he instructed Piao Xue Zhu.
Piao Xue Zhu extended her slender fingers and gently pinched a peacock feather. Following Jiang Han's guidance, she traced the feather's tip across Jiang Han's cheek.
Jiang Han reveled in the delightful sensation of the feather gliding over his skin while he heard the crackling sound of burning charcoal nearby.
Cen Ya carefully tended to the charcoal fire, ensuring it burned steadily to produce that satisfying sizzling sound.
On one side, Yan Dong held a small hourglass. The tiny hourglass was filled with water on one side. She flipped it over, and the water flowed with a pleasant sound that echoed softly in the air.
Listening to these sounds, Jiang Han, enjoying the massage, couldn't help but murmur, "This is truly comfortable."
Piao Xue and Miss Su, I will bring you some technique diagrams later for you to study more. After all, I am helping you. Although I seek treasures, I can also forgo them and not trade with you.
He paused for a moment, deliberately emphasizing his words. "So, in our dealings, it is only natural for you to serve me."
The last trader was Lin Qingyue, whose greedy demeanor still made Jiang Han feel a bit nauseous when he recalled it. Therefore, from now on, Jiang Han would not be so polite; he would ensure that others served him properly.
Su Qianxue chuckled softly, "I am not Lin Qingyue. I feel that it is my honor to trade with you, sir! Besides, I am the Empress, the ruler in the hearts of countless subjects! But internally, I am just Su Qianxue serving you!"
She paused for a moment, contemplating before continuing, "As for what you desire—just give me the diagrams, and I will study them diligently. I won't let your efforts go to waste. This time, I've even prepared some gifts for you."
"All of them are royal treasures. One is a beautiful landscape embroidered by the former Empress herself! This treasure has always been cherished in our palace; consider it a gift for you!"
Jiang Han nodded in approval; it was quite good. "Oh right, practice more with these sounds—especially those from the charcoal fire and the funnel. Occasionally, try to discover other sounds from different instruments; they might be more pleasant!"
Then I will fall asleep accompanied by these sounds. Once I doze off, you may leave.
"Yes, sir!" Su Qianxue nodded gently and playfully pinched Jiang Han's nose.
Jiang Han opened his eyes to see Su Qianxue smiling brightly at him. He chuckled and teased her, "You little rascal! Just now you claimed to be the Empress serving me; now you're being mischievous again. You truly are a lively little girl."
"That's because I'm here with you," she replied. "If it were anyone else, I would never act this way."
Su Qianxue spoke softly, her delicate fingers brushing over Jiang Han's eyelids. "Sir, close your eyes and enjoy the moment."
Inside the Langya Wangfu, Jiu Zhu sat slumped in a chair, her expression sorrowful. Che Chengyun noticed the return of the Langya Prince and sighed. "Jiu Zhu, you’ve nearly lost all your personal guards. Of the three Jin Jia Jiang Jun you brought back, two have already perished in the attempt to assassinate Jiang Han."
"Jiu Zhu!" The prince continued, "You cannot blame me for this; I warned you."
With a heavy sigh, the Langya Prince leaned closer to Jiu Zhu and murmured, "The Confucian Envoy from Xia Kingdom is about to arrive. Before they come, perhaps you should remain hidden for a while." He paused before suggesting, "As for the treasures Jiang Han requires, I propose that you give him two items while I provide one. This will help stabilize him."
Jiu Zhu looked at the Langya Prince in shock, noticing a fierce determination in his brow. She thought of Jiang Han's methods; if she refused to comply, he would not let her off easily. Indeed, as the ruler of Xia Kingdom, she could not afford to die, but there were fates worse than death.
"Very well," she replied. "I will agree to your terms. One of your treasures and two of mine will be given to Jiang Han to buy us time and keep him at bay."
Jiu Zhu nodded solemnly and said, "The Confucian Envoy has come in the name of Xiang Liu. I will not allow this situation to unfold without resistance."
Hearing this, the Langya Prince contemplated for a moment before advising, "Jiu Zhu, Jiang Han is not easy to deal with. It would be wise to wait a while before taking action."
"I cannot wait that long!" Jiu Zhu exclaimed fiercely. "Su Wen is dead! They are all dead! I cannot let their deaths go unavenged." Her gaze turned cold and resolute.
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