The Male Lead's Harem Belongs to Me (GL) - Chapter 19.4
On the other side, Jiang Han naturally had no idea that Jiang Mai was trying to steal her away. At that moment, she was sitting in front of Kui’er with Gu Hanyun, enjoying good food and drinks while watching Kui’er play the guqin.
To say that Kui’er has such a great reputation, her skills must be genuine. At least after listening to this piece, Jiang Han felt much happier. As for Kui’er’s appearance, ever since the two of them arrived, she had been behind the screen, with a silk scarf covering her face, so it was probably hard to see her clearly.
Not being able to see the person clearly didn’t matter much; Jiang Han still wanted to listen to another piece. However, she saw Gu Hanyun clapping her hands, first giving a round of flattery, and then very thoughtfully saying, “Kui’er, why don’t you take a break for a while? You still have to entertain some more guests next, and after playing the guqin all night, you must be quite tired. Let’s take a break before continuing.”
The woman named Kui’er stopped playing the piece, and sweetly said, “Thank you, Young Master Gu.”
Gu Hanyun, as if she had drunk fake wine, had lost her usual sharpness and just waved her hand, saying, “No need to thank me, Kui’er, you’ve worked too hard. You should rest more on ordinary days. By the way, did you use the ointment I sent you last time?”
“I have used it, and the effect is excellent. Thank you, Young Master Gu.” Kui’er replied to her.
“You don’t have to keep calling me Young Master Gu. This person beside me, like me, is also a woman. Kui’er, you don’t need to worry.”
After listening, Kui’er paused for a moment and then let out a light laugh. Kui’er’s voice had the charm and sensuality of a mature woman, and her low laugh was also very enchanting. Jiang Han couldn’t help but look behind the screen, and the next moment, she saw Kui’er stepping out from behind it.
At this moment, Jiang Han finally saw what this Kui’er looked like. She had a slender waist, graceful steps, and a pair of black eyes like autumn waters that seemed to carry emotions, always smiling at everyone she met.
Stepping out from behind the screen, she first smiled at Gu Hanyun, then bowed to Jiang Han: “Nice to meet you, madam.”
Jiang Han nodded, curling her lips into a smile and said, “No wonder Sister Gu can’t stop thinking about you. Now that I’ve seen you, it all makes sense.”
Jiang Han was just joking, but Gu Hanyun’s face suddenly turned red as she explained, “How could I be still thinking about it? Sister Jiang, don’t talk nonsense!”
Jiang Han scoffed and was about to make a joke, but suddenly noticed that Kui’er was looking at her with what seemed like a hint of hostility. Jiang Han was stunned; what was this inexplicable hostility all about?
Before Jiang Han could speak, Kui’er took over the conversation and said, “Madam Jiang is right. Everyone who has come to see Kui’er can’t forget my guqin playing. This is indeed quite understandable.”
Gu Hanyun smiled, but there was a hint of bitterness in her smile: “Yes, Sister Jiang, I’m not the only one who can’t forget Sister Kui’er guqin playing.”
Jiang Han: “???” There’s definitely something fishy, absolutely something fishy!
Kui’er smiled and said, “But so many people are obsessed with my guqin, and only Miss Gu cares about whether I’m tired or not.”
Miss Gu? Didn’t Gu Hanyun tell Kui’er that she was already married?
Jiang Han quietly observed the expressions of the two people and finally came to a shocking conclusion: these two people can’t possibly…
What the heck, Jiang Han silently exclaimed in shock. This development wasn’t mentioned in the original story. Judging by Gu Hanyun and the courtesan’s behavior, it’s obvious their relationship is anything but ordinary!
Jiang Han silently noted this matter. After the two left, she looked at Gu Hanyun, who was in a good mood, and couldn’t help but speak up, “Sister Gu, don’t you think Kui’er is acting differently towards you?”
Gu Hanyun furrowed her brows and thought for a moment, then said, “Maybe it’s because I’m a woman, and the only one who cares if she’s tired or not?”
Jiang Han: “……” Her eyes are almost glazed over from looking at you, and you’re still here acting all nonchalant?
Jiang Han really wanted to remind her, but Gu Hanyun spoke up first: “Sister Jiang, in a few days it will be Qixi Festival. Are you going to the palace with the prince to attend the banquet?”
Jiang Han thought for a moment and realized it was indeed the case. However, she then remembered Liu Shuwei, who was still feeling down at home, and felt a bit troubled, saying, “Actually, I might have a stomachache that day and might not be able to go.”
Gu Hanyun didn’t hear any problem and said, “Then let’s not go, and just stay here to celebrate together.”
Jiang Han looked at the silly child Gu Hanyun with affection and said with a sigh, “Sister Gu, you know I’m someone who cares about my sisters. Weiwei has been feeling down these past few days, and I want to comfort her but don’t know how. However, now I have a brilliant idea, but I might not be able to do it alone. Sister Gu, I need the help of a kind, brave, smart, and beautiful girl…”.
Gu Hanyun raised a hand to block Jiang Han’s mouth, stopping her from saying anything further. Her eyes were filled with determination: “Don’t say anything more, Sister Jiang. I have to do this!”
“Eh,” Jiang Han nodded in satisfaction, “Good child.”
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For several consecutive evenings, Jiang Han and Gu Hanyun have been sneaking out together, usually leaving looking respectable and returning looking like a couple of dogs.
Finally, on the day of the Qixi Festival, Jiang Han pretended to be ill to avoid the banquet in the palace.
The sunset was gradually replaced by the night, and tonight’s moon was particularly round and bright, with a gentle breeze carrying a sweet fragrance. The vast starry sky intertwined, weaving a unique bridge of stars, and among those stars, two stood out particularly bright.
It is said that those are Altair and Vega.
Liu Shuwei looked up blankly at the sky, and suddenly, Chun Zhu hurriedly ran to her door to report, “Miss Liu! Hurry! The princess is in trouble!”
Hearing these words, Liu Shuwei was so startled that she sat up straight, and without thinking, she quickly followed Chun Zhu. Breathing rapidly, her mind raced through many dangerous scenarios. Something happened to Jiang Han? How could something happen to Jiang Han?
As the two of them quickened their pace, the light ahead became brighter and brighter. Finally, at the end of the forest, she saw the sky full of light, that was…
Liu Shuwei’s heart suddenly twitched; those were fireflies!
Under the pitch-black night sky, countless fireflies emitted a greenish glow, intertwining to fill the end of the forest, like elegant fairies dancing together, weaving a unique green starry sky with their tiny lights. They flapped their delicate wings, carrying all the light towards her. At that moment, she became the center of the universe, with all the fireflies coming for her, circling around her.
Liu Shuwei stared blankly as the woman appeared among the fireflies. She saw the woman smiling at her, her eyes illuminated by the fireflies. She said, “Sister, do you like it?”