Male superiority and female superiority: forced love

"Young Madam, there's a new Yilan Pavilion opened on Liangshui Street. Why don't we go there and take a look?" The coachman scratched his head and suggested.

"Yilan Pavilion? But the Yilan Pavilion of Xueyue Country?" Ruan Chuyin's eyes flashed with surprise. Her snow-satin butterfly blouse was from Yilan Pavilion.

"Exactly. I heard there's a promotion going on there lately. If you buy a certain amount, you'll get a silk handkerchief." The driver wasn't sure of the exact amount. He'd just happened to be driving past there the other day and had a quick glance at the wooden sign at the door.

"Let's go check it out." Ruan Chuyin immediately piqued her interest. Besides selling fine clothing, Yilan Pavilion also sold a variety of rare accessories, making it a good choice.

Half an incense stick later, the carriage arrived at its destination.

The building was empty, with only a few young men and ladies lingering at the door, waiting to see what was going on.

Su Shun stood beside the tall cabinet, supporting his head with his hands and yawning.

In a daze, a crabapple-red dress lit up his sleepy eyes.

A faint golden light sprinkled on the person who came, and her graceful curves looked particularly enchanting.

With her slender shoulders and waist, delicate neck and plump breasts, her veil fluttering lightly, she exuded charm in every gesture. It was hard not to notice such a charming lady, and he said enthusiastically, "Madam, what would you like to buy? I'd like to recommend something to you. We've just opened a new shop, and with every purchase of 50,000 taels or more, we'll give you a free ice silk handkerchief."

How much? Fifty thousand taels?

Ruan Chuyin's eyes widened slightly, a look of disbelief evident. The prices were much higher than those at Baoyuezhai. No wonder there weren't any customers in the building. She had no choice but to bite the bullet and say, "I'm just... just looking around."

"I wonder if you're buying this for yourself, or as a gift?" Undeterred, Su Shun continued his attentive hospitality. Even before she was the only guest to arrive that afternoon, the pink Qilin jade dangling from her waist was enough to command his attention. Such treasures simply weren't available on the market. It looked vaguely familiar, but he couldn't place it. Then there was the coral bracelet on her left hand, a truly breathtaking piece of quality. The value of these two treasures alone far exceeded fifty thousand taels, demonstrating the immeasurable wealth of this noble lady.

A burning fighting spirit instantly ignited in his eyes. Whether he would drink porridge or eat meat this month, it all depended on her!

Ruan Chuyin looked at the shopkeeper's green eyes and began to retreat. She slowly backed away calmly and said perfunctorily, "Give it away."

"Elder?" Su Shun persisted, moving in the same direction without making any sound.

"No. I want to buy a gift for my husband."

husband?

This answer surprised him. The wrinkles at the corners of his eyes were squeezed deeper. He quickly asked someone to display all of Curry's best men's jewelry.

The thought of retreating disappeared with the continuous release of brilliant light.

A gold-carved belt with four sacred beasts, a priceless red sandalwood treasure box, a gilt enamel blue pine and crane pendant, a pure gold ring with cloud and sea pattern, a glazed gold flower hair crown, a bracelet with a gold "Fu" character inlaid with agarwood, and an exquisitely crafted ivory ball within a ball, etc.

Facing the dazzling array of treasures, Ruan Chuyin's heart was overwhelmed. Especially the hollow ivory ball within the ball, the carving was so exquisite that she couldn't bear to blink.

“I don’t know what the shopkeeper’s name is?

Su Shun was immediately delighted to see that she finally took the initiative to speak.

"My name is Su Shun. Is there any treasure that your lady has taken a fancy to? I would like to introduce it to you."

"How much is this ivory ball?" Ruan Chuyin asked curiously.

"Your Excellency has good taste! You immediately took a fancy to our pavilion's most precious treasure. It's a little expensive, 8.6 million taels."

How much... How much? This is called a little expensive?

Ruan Chuyin almost bit her tongue while muttering to herself.

"It's indeed a bit... a little expensive. It's worthy of being the treasure of the pavilion! What about this glazed and gold-painted hair crown?" She changed the subject and pointed to another treasure.

"Thirty-two thousand taels. Made in-house, this is the only one." Su Shun held his head high, filled with pride. Yilan Pavilion's craftsmanship is unmatched in the world. Wearing it is a sure-shot sight.

It’s amazing! This hair crown is worth a house!

"Then... what about this pure gold ring with cloud and sea patterns?"

"Pure...pure gold ring." Su Shun didn't dare rush to make an offer this time, fearing he'd be disappointed again. He weighed the price in his mind. After a moment's silence, he smiled broadly and said, "If you're serious about it, I'll take the liberty of giving you a 10% discount. How about 13,000 taels?"

My goodness, even after the discount, it still costs 13,000 taels! The eight rings in Baoyuezhai only cost 1,200 taels in total. Here, it's often tens of thousands, otherwise—she should get out of the way first?

At this moment, a mellow and magnetic voice came from the second floor.

"Shopkeeper Su, you only gave me such a small discount for the Crown Prince's Consort of the Zhenguo Mansion. How can I put my face aside?"

Ruan Chuyin looked in the direction of the sound and saw a man with a cold and dignified demeanor walking down the circular steps.

Only when I got closer could I see the traces of time in the corners of his eyes.

This is a handsome uncle with a magnificent appearance and mature charm.

The lapels and narrow sleeves of her blue robe were embroidered with designs depicting the Eighteen Scholars. Her long black hair was tied up high, adorned with an imperial green hair crown. A thumbnail-sized pearl was embedded in the hollowed-out center. It shone brightly in the sunlight filtering in through the window, reflecting a faint, multicolored light.

His face was angular, with sharp eyebrows, bright eyes, and a straight nose. He had a steady and elegant temperament. He walked with ease and confidence, exuding an indescribable attraction.

"Song Botang, the owner of Yilan Pavilion, greets the Crown Princess. I wonder which treasure you would like? I'll give you an even bigger discount."

Ruan Chuyin's hair tingled. Song Botang's name was a household name. Just based on his friendship with her father-in-law and the snow-white satin butterfly blouse he'd been given at their wedding, she knew he wouldn't be able to leave this treasured pavilion until he vomited three liters of blood.

I had wanted to buy a few more pieces to keep as a backup, but now that seems impossible. The prices here are fierce, so I have to find a way to leave quickly. So he raised his eyes and said, "Mr. Song... Boss, I've heard a lot about you. I love the gift you sent me on our wedding day. Thank you! I like this gold ring with cloud and sea pattern. I wonder how much it costs?"

Song Botang's eyes flickered. As far as he knew, this noblewoman was more than just the consort of the Crown Prince of the Zhenguo Mansion. Furthermore, she hadn't mentioned a specific husband for whom she was buying it, so if the size wasn't right, it would be a disaster. Thinking for a moment, he replied, "The Crown Princess has good taste. This gold ring is a new model that just arrived yesterday, but the band isn't adjustable. It wouldn't be as suitable as the other enamel gradient green couple's rings. The bands of those two rings aren't sealed, so they can be adjusted."

Ring?

Ruan Chuyin's heart skipped a beat. Just as she was about to open her mouth, Su Shun had already stretched out his long legs and ran up to the second floor. He ran back and forth at the fastest speed and handed over a palm-sized golden nanmu carved box.

Slowly opening it, two pure gold rings were inlaid with a circle of green mountains, with distinct color levels, which was very unique.

The 120-carat betrothal gift from the Zhenguo Mansion didn't include this style of jewelry. She asked excitedly, "I wonder how much this pair costs?"

"If the Crown Princess wants it, it'll be thirty thousand taels. What do you think?"