New Song Dynasty Fengliu

In the New Song Dynasty, there were two educational departments in the capital and Linxian, responsible for managing the teaching and performance of court folk music. However, Linxian is thousands of miles away from the capital city, so he naturally does not go to the palace to perform. He usually rehearses in the palace and only performs at special events such as ministerial banquets.

The Jiaofang Department is under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Rites, and the men and women in this department are all relatives or descendants of some guilty officials, mostly poor children who have been implicated. I don't know how many young women have devoted their youth to the teaching workshop, but in the end, as they age, they only end up in a deserted grave, with no one to worship them during Qingming and Chongyang.

The sky is deep blue, the breeze gently caresses, and the workshop remains as free as yesterday for rehearsals.

In the small courtyard, bursts of pleasant singing could be heard, accompanied by the sound of the flute. The long and mournful sound of the flute seemed to be lamenting and mournful. Concentrate on listening to the singing, which is "Yumei Ren" by Li Yu, the late emperor of the Southern Tang Dynasty.

When is the time for spring flowers and autumn moon, and how much do we know about the past? Last night, there was another east wind in the small building, and the country could not look back on the bright moon. The carved jade should still be there, but the vermilion color has changed. May I ask how much sorrow you may have? It is precisely a river of spring water flowing eastward.

The wind returns to the courtyard of the small courtyard, with lush greenery and willow eyes continuing in spring. With half a day of silence, the sound of bamboo still echoes like the new moon of the past. Before Shengge's departure, the ice on the pond surface began to thaw. Candle lit fragrance painted deep into the building, with clear frost and lingering snow on the temples, unable to bear the thought

Although her voice still appeared immature, she had already sung the charm of 'Yu Meiren', and the mood of the women in the workshop was almost the same as that of the imprisoned king. At the end of the song, the sound of the flute lifted a long finale and then disappeared.

Sister Xiyun, in your opinion, when will we have the opportunity to be sent abroad

I saw two young girls in their prime sitting and standing in the courtyard. The girl who just spoke was holding a round fan, wearing a light yellow embroidered cloud shoulder, dressed in a wide robe and a white long skirt, with a three bun hairstyle, eyebrows like distant mountains, and eyes like autumn water. Her face was not adorned with makeup, but her skin looked even more like cloying jade.

"Wan'er, as long as we practice hard and perform well in the annual school competition, we will probably have the opportunity to send abroad. Then, our sisters will be good friends outside, and we can find a good home..." The girl holding the flute sitting on the rough wooden round stool smiled, and her eyes were full of longing.

The girl named Xiyun is also in her prime, with a bun casually tied on her head and the rest of her long hair flowing down. She is dressed in a long robe and a wide shirt, with an embroidered small garment inside. Her full chest adds charm to the small garment. On Guazi's face, there is a delicate nose and a small mouth, and beneath his willow eyebrows are two charming phoenix eyes with rippling water, captivating the soul.

Wan'er nodded, her eyes curved into a crescent moon, and smiled, "Sister is so beautiful, and she can sing and dance well. She will definitely be the first courtesan of Linxian in the future

Xiyun let out a slight sigh and shook his head, saying, "To become a courtesan, appearance is certainly important, but the most important things are music, chess, calligraphy, painting, poetry, and songs. Only by letting those talented scholars and ink artists take them as confidants and write a few poems for us, can we become courtesans who sell our skills without selling our bodies." Seeing Wan'er nodding in confusion, Xiyun continued, "Sister, your talent for poetry is limited, so you need to intensify your practice of singing and dancing to make up for your weaknesses

Sister, Wan'er will definitely work hard! "Wan'er's eyes were full of determination, and her voice was soft:" Next, let's practice Li Yu's' Washing the Sand by the River '. "She shook the round fan in her hand and danced gracefully.

Xiyun's thin and tender lower lip pressed against the mouth of the purple bamboo flute, about to play a tune, but outside the small courtyard came a loud cry.

Xiyun, Wan'er, it's amazing! "With hurried footsteps, a cloud maid with a high bun and dressed in a wide robe and long skirt rushed in. She walked with a crooked bun and hairpin, sweating profusely.

Xiyun and Wan'er both stopped, and Xiyun questioned, "Sister Cui'er, what happened

Quick, come with me quickly. "Cui'er took a few deep breaths and stepped forward to grab Wan'er's hand, while looking at Xiyun and saying," Xiyun, put down that bamboo flute and come with me! If it's too late, I'll see where you two are crying

Wan'er furrowed her willow eyebrows and questioned, "Sister Cui'er, what's wrong

Cui'er was as anxious as a hot pot ant, stomping her feet and saying, "It's too late. Let's go and explain at the same time!" She pulled Wan'er and ran outside the courtyard, followed closely by Xiyun. Cui'er said, "Someone has come to the mansion. It's the young master of the Li family. We need to choose a maid in the mansion

Ah. "Xiyun exclaimed softly, her eyes stagnating, and she became enthusiastic, saying happily," Big sister, are you serious? "She practiced day and night, hoping to be sent abroad to become a courtesan. Being a courtesan would make it easier to find a good home. Saying it's a good home is actually just being a maid. Now that Li Gongzi has chosen a maid, it's a chance to climb to the sky!

Cui'er, who was running around, gave Xiyun a disdainful glance and said, "It's fake. I came here to entertain you all just to eat and support myself!" She chuckled and said, "Hurry up, don't wait until Li Gongzi has finished selecting before you two arrive late

Xiyun smiled brightly and looked excitedly at Wan'er, saying, "Sister, this is an opportunity to escape from the sea of suffering. We must seize it well!" Although I don't know what kind of person Li Gongzi is, Xiyun is confident that he can become his maid.

She and Wan'er have been in the Jiaofangsi for almost ten years. During these ten years, except for a few celebrations, they have not taken a step out of the Jiaofangsi! This kind of pain is difficult to describe with words. Xiyun now only wants to go out, see, and gaze.

Wan'er smiled lightly, her eyes also excited, and she let out a "hmm".

Sigh. "Sister Cui'er suddenly sighed, tightened her grip on Wan'er's hand, and gritted her teeth, saying," Xiyun, Wan'er... Young Master Li said he wants someone who is under eighteen or above fourteen years old and understands music, chess, calligraphy, painting, poetry, singing, and dancing

The two girls nodded, they both met the criteria, but unfortunately, Sister Cui'er was already in her twenties and couldn't take this opportunity to leave the teaching center.

Also, Li Gongzi... "Cui'er sighed and said," He seems to have only taken one person away

Ah! "Xiyun and Wan'er were startled at the same time, looking at each other with a bewildered expression. They grew up together when they were young and loved sisters. I heard that there was only one maid quota. What should they do?

Cui'er was surprised by their reaction and sighed, "Whether it's Xiyun or Wan'er being chosen, it's a great blessing. Don't act impulsively!" She smiled and said, "Then Young Master Li is very handsome and definitely a good family

Wan'er smiled softly and said, "Don't think about it, sister. There are so many sisters in the workshop, so they may not choose us."

Wan'er... "Xiyun bit her lower lip, lowered her eyes, and struggled a little. She really didn't want to stay in the teaching hall anymore, but Wan'er... after a long time, Xiyun smiled and said," Sister Cui'er is right. Whoever you choose is worth celebrating. Sister, let's go

The two followed Cui'er to a song and dance rehearsal hall of the workshop department. The spacious hall was full of young sisters. They were all excited and happy. It seemed that the number of waitresses had already fallen on their heads. Xiyun and Wan'er walked into the hall and saw the once arrogant teacher standing next to a young man in white with a smile on his face.

The young man had a jade like face, clear eyebrows, and beautiful eyes. He was dressed in a white shirt, with a blue jade belt tied around his waist, and no tied hair on his head. His long hair flowed down, making him even more like a fairy painting. He stood there with his hands down, smiling faintly, his eyes drifting back and forth as if they were falling on him.

Wan'er's heart seemed to have been struck by a hammer, beating faster and faster. A blush appeared on her face, and she dared not look at Li Gongzi again. Xiyun next to her chuckled softly and said, "Wan'er, is Li Gongzi Jun

Jun, "Wan'er subconsciously replied. After speaking, she realized that she was stunned and her face was even more like a fire. She whispered shyly," Sister, don't tease Wan'er anymore

The teacher with a thick waist and a big belly coughed and pressed his hand, saying, "Let's all calm down." The hall immediately fell silent, and the teacher said, "I'm sure you all know that Li Gongzi is going to choose a maid here to redeem her from her virginity! Li Gongzi is so kind, why don't you quickly thank her

Thank you, Young Master Li, "the girls bent down and whispered softly.

Li Tianzong nodded, and the sect envoy flattered him again, saying, "Young Master Li, they are all women in the sect who meet your requirements. Which one do you like?" He lowered his voice and smiled, "Young Master, they are all yellow flower girls. If you don't believe me, you can do your best to examine them

Li Tianzong said calmly, "You don't need to say much, I will choose for myself." He glanced briefly at the women below and said, "Whoever among you doesn't know how to write will be eliminated first." After he finished speaking, not a single girl left. They all came from official families and studied classics since childhood, so they could write that character.

Everyone, please take your seats. "Li Tianzong made a gesture of invitation, and the women of the teaching workshop were flattered and sat down behind the low tables on both sides of the hall.

Seeing ink and brush on the short cases, Xiyun was puzzled. These cases were all set up temporarily. Judging from this posture, did Li Gongzi still need to set up questions for assessment? Wan'er next to her didn't think too much and served gently.

Next, we will send you an exam paper with various questions. Please answer them to the best of your knowledge, "Li Tianzong said with a faint smile." The paper will be collected in half an hour, and the top five students will enter the next level. Cheating and private chatting are not allowed. Violators will be disqualified and expelled from the exam room

Indeed, it is so. Xiyun took the inkstone and whispered to Wan'er, "Sister, hurry up and polish the ink too." Wan'er nodded and began to polish the ink.

Li Ji, distribute the exam papers, "said Li Gongzi with a smile

A servant walked out of the back hall, holding a large stack of paper in both hands. The servant handed out the exam papers one by one, and the girls immediately answered them, afraid of wasting time.

Xiyun placed the several pages of the exam paper on a mahogany low table and briefly looked at the questions, which included poetry and flower tea, with a wide range of content. Xiyun found it novel and couldn't help but smile slightly. She picked up her brush, dipped it in ink, and began to answer.