In the blink of an eye, ten days had passed.
The Spring Festival in Chang 'an City was indeed lively, but it was the Lantern Festival these two days. There was no curfew, so it was even more lively.
At night.
Yang Chen, on the other hand, was bored out of his mind. He propped one hand on the counter and watched the customers coming and going in and out of the restaurant. He had to admit that this era was very boring, especially for him, the shopkeeper.
His wife, Changle, had organized a temple fair with her students today to guess lantern riddles.
Suddenly, a young man in embroidered clothes stepped into the restaurant.
Yang Chen immediately perked up and went forward to welcome him with a smile."Brother Chong, long time no see. Why haven't you come to visit me during this period of time?”
Zhangsun Chong, the second-generation official, had already spent at least 500 strings of white wine at his house. It had to be said that he had supported more than half of the restaurant's turnover.
In addition, Zhangsun Chong had a good personality and was an infatuated person. Yang Chen liked him very much.
Unexpectedly, Zhangsun Chong's expression was unhappy as he scolded,"
"Shopkeeper Yang, I haven't seen you for a long time. Your restaurant hasn't been open for the past few days, so where can I go to see you?”
Yang Chen could tell that he was just pretending to be unhappy. He laughed and explained,"It's my fault. I've been at home with my wife for the past two days, so I opened the door today.”
Zhangsun Chong recalled his purpose for coming and his expression suddenly turned ugly. He said hesitantly,""I see. I still want to ask Shopkeeper Yang to go to Pingkang Lane to have some fun.”
"Pingkang Lane?"
Yang Chen suddenly realized that Zhangsun Chong no longer had any worries from before. He widened his eyes and said,""Isn't that the place for fireworks? Brother Chong, I feel that you've been in a good mood these past two days.”
It was normal for anyone to be in a good mood, except for Zhangsun Chong.
Until now, Princess Changle had not been found. How could Zhangsun Chong be in a good mood?
"Sigh, I understand what Shopkeeper Yang said. There are plenty of fish in the sea, so why do you have to be one-sided with a flower?”
When Zhangsun Chong saw Yang Chen's shocked expression, he stepped forward and patted him on the shoulder, speaking in a relieved tone.
F * ck!
Two days ago, I asked my father-in-law to help you find Princess Chang Le.
However, seeing Zhangsun Chong recover from his emotional trauma, Yang Chen was also quite happy. When he heard that he was going to Pingkang Lane, he hesitated and rejected,""Many thanks for Brother Chong's kindness, but I won't be going. I still have to look after the restaurant.”
Zhangsun Chong did not believe his words. Now that this small restaurant had recruited two manservants and a very old deputy manager, Yang Chen was simply needed to guard the restaurant.
Zhangsun Chong suddenly thought of something and chuckled.""Is it because of sister-in-law?"
"That's right. No matter how beautiful the firework girl in Pingkang Lane is, how can she be as beautiful as the daughter-in-law at home?”
Yang Chen thought of Li Caiwei, the rich girl from his family. Even a princess was probably not as good-looking as her.
Zhangsun Chong couldn't help but ask suspiciously,"
"I don't believe it! May I pay my respects to sister-in-law?"
"I was afraid that you would be charmed by her and come to my restaurant to get drunk again.”
Yang Chen said confidently.
Zhangsun Chong only felt that the other party was bragging. Although he admired Yang Chen's divine foresight, how beautiful could a small restaurant manager marry?
At most, she was the daughter of a merchant. A woman from a merchant's family and a woman from a prestigious family were not on the same level in terms of temperament and beauty.
Moreover, he, Zhangsun Chong, had even seen the princess before, so how could he be interested in the lady boss of the restaurant?
"Actually, I want to introduce a few friends to Shopkeeper Yang. There are only brothels in Pingkang Lane, and there are also zither players who sell their skills but not their bodies.”
Zhangsun Chong said earnestly. Not only was it Zhangsun Wuji's instructions, but he also thought highly of Yang Chen.
After losing Changle, he had gotten to know Yang Chen. He had gained something during this period of time.
"Good! Today, Brother Chong and I will broaden our horizons. I have never been to Pingkang Lane before.”
Yang Chen instructed the deputy manager not to tell his wife to go to Pingkang Lane if she came to the restaurant.
The deputy manager revealed an expression that all men understood.
He even changed into a blue and white embroidered robe with cloud patterns. He couldn't lose Zhangsun Chong's face.
This set of brocade clothes was carefully selected by Chang Le and him when they went to the silk and satin shop in the East City. That day, they spent an entire afternoon selecting it. Yang Chen's legs were almost broken from running, but Chang Le was still getting more and more excited.
......
At the entrance of Ping Kang Lane.
This place was located in the Dongcheng Area and was far more prosperous than the Xicheng District.
Countless stalls were placed on both sides of the road. The streets were bustling with pedestrians. There were commoners, nobles, and a group of scholars with folding fans entering Pingkang Lane in groups.
"Why isn't Zhangsun Chong here yet? I'm getting impatient.”
The person who spoke was Cheng Chumo, the son of Cheng Yaojin. He stood next to the sugar seller's stall and swept his gaze across the pedestrians on the street. His rough face revealed an unhappy expression.
"It's already good enough that he's here. It's a great thing that the three of us have gathered again.”
Fang Yi 'ai looked more refined than Cheng Chumo, perhaps because he was Fang Xuanling's son.
Cheng Chumo nodded in agreement. Ever since the disappearance of Princess Changle, Zhangsun Chong seemed to have water in his head. He didn't even accompany his brothers to the brothel.
Fang Yi 'ai saw Zhangsun Chong and Yang Chen in the distance and smiled,""Here you are."
Zhangsun Chong pointed at Yang Chen as the two approached.
"Brother Cheng, Brother Fang, the two of you have been waiting for a long time. Let me introduce you to Brother Yang, who I admire very much.”
"He was the one who helped me walk out of the pain of losing my lover.”
When Yang Chen heard Zhangsun Chong's words, he couldn't help but feel happy. It felt like he was only worried about this. There was no pain at all.
If Chang Le was here, he would definitely say," Cousin, who is your lover?"
"I am Yang Chen."
Yang Chen cupped his hands in greeting.
The two sides got to know each other.
Yang Chen found out that the two of them were the sons of Fang Xuanling and Cheng Yaojin, the famous prime minister of the Great Tang. He was not surprised. After all, Zhangsun Chong's social circle was at the top.
Cheng Chumo looked at Yang Chen, who had delicate skin and tender flesh. He was also a restaurant owner, and he looked down on him. This was not a person from the same circle.
Fang Yi 'ai was different. He liked Yang Chen's temperament. Especially when he heard that Yang Chen had guessed Zhangsun Chong's identity, he was very impressed.
"Today, I will bear all the expenses!”
Zhangsun Chong was obviously the leader of the four people as he led the three into Pingkang Lane.
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