The Legend of Princess Qingping
Chapter 24. Rongyi Inn

The afternoon sky looked a little overcast, but the capital was still filled with the hustle and bustle of life. People seem to be busy doing activities outside the home. It was then that a luxurious carriage from the Liu Residence stopped near the Rongyi Inn.

Liu Qingqing got off the carriage assisted by Bai Liu. However, when Liu Qingqing was about to walk towards the inn her gaze caught the figure she had met before. That person hastily entered the Rongyi Inn.

In silence Liu Qingqing thought, "Why is he here? Was that person also inside the inn?"

"Who are you looking at, Miss?" Bai Liu followed the direction of Liu Qingqing's gaze, but he did not understand which figure was attractive in his nona eyes because there were a lot of people coming in and out of the inn. "Miss, are we going to stay in or just go back?"

Liu Qingqing immediately returned to her senses. He continued in his footsteps as he said, "We're still in! Jiang Yu must have been waiting inside."

"Good, Miss." Bai Liu followed Liu Qingqing from behind.

As always Rongyi Inn is crowded by visitors. This was because it was the best inn under Rongyu Pavilion. In addition, they also offer typical food that is famous for being delicious at a slightly lower price.

When he saw Liu Qingqing and Bai Liu coming, a servant immediately approached them. A friendly smile graced the person's face while providing his best service. "Second Miss Liu, you're finally visiting again. How many rooms do you need this time?"

Hearing that Bai Liu immediately replied, "Servant, my non came not to stay over. So, we don't need any room."

The waiter smiled back. "Then, have you come to enjoy our flagship menu? Yesterday we just got the latest supply of tea and it can only be found here."

"Miss, how?" Bai Liu asked for her non-existent consent, but Liu Qingqing did not directly reply.

Liu Qingqing was busy watching every visitor. It was as if he was looking for the figure he saw in front of the inn earlier. Sure enough, not waiting for long Liu Qingqing managed to find the person in question.

That person was none other than Xu Jia, Zhou Ziyang's personal subordinate. He was standing on the top floor while watching Liu Qingqing who was on the bottom floor. He originally wanted to meet Zhou Ziyang, but hearing the innkeeper mention 'Second Miss Liu' his steps suddenly came to a halt.

Liu Qingqing and Xu Jia's gaze met for a while before they finally turned their faces to each other. Liu Qingqing immediately looked towards the servant, while Xu Jia again continued his goal.

"Servant, I came to see someone. He has the last name Jiang," Liu Qingqing said after ignoring Xu Jia.

"Oh, that. Young Master Jiang is in room number 7 on the second floor," the maid said. His attitude was still very friendly as he offered help. "Let me drop off, Miss."

Liu Qingqing politely declined. "Thank you in advance, but I don't think it's necessary. You just continue your work, we'll find it ourselves."

"All right then. If you need something later, you can call me back" said the waiter.

Just as the maid was about to leave, Liu Qingqing stopped her. He asked with great caution. "Servant, do you know anyone who just went upstairs?"

The waiter did not answer directly. He looked towards the second floor, then looked at Liu Qingqing with a smile. "The young man who had just seen Miss was Young Master Xu, the person from the Second Prince's Residence."

The phrase 'People from the Second Prince's Residence' made Liu Qingqing daze on the spot. Surprise appeared along with a frown on his forehead. He thought, "Could it be that the person I met back then was Zhou Ziyang, a prince from the Zhao Kingdom?"

"Second Miss Liu, are you okay?" ask the waiter. He could find a change in expression in Liu Qingqing.

Liu Qingqing tried to draw back her consciousness. He acted as calm as before, pretending nothing was thought of. "I'm fine, Waiter. What was the name of that person Xu Jia?"

"Yes, Miss." The waiter nodded. "Young Master Xu Jia was a loyal customer of this inn. If Miss wants to see him, I can arrange it."

"All right, I'll remember. If I need your help, I hope you'll be willing to help this lady." Liu Qingqing smiled.

"Second Miss Liu, please enjoy your time at this inn. I'll step down to take care of something else. Don't forget to call me back if you ever need anything" the waiter said. "Rongyi Inn will definitely entertain you with our best service."

Liu Qingqing gave a small nod as a form of acceptance of courtesy from the Rongyi Inn maid. After that, he accompanied Ba Liu up the stairs to visit the second floor. It was time for him to meet Jiang Yu to discuss an important matter.

It's actually not that hard to find room number 7 on the second floor. It was because it was the room that Liu Qingqing had rented when she visited the Rongyi Inn last time.

By the time Liu Qingqing got to where she was headed, Jiang Yu immediately gave his greetings with a very polite gesture. "Miss, you've finally come. Let's get in!"

Liu Qingqing entered Jiang Yu's room as she said, "Liu're, lock the door!"

"no need. You keep us chatting!" Liu Qingqing slightly smiled before continuing her words. "Here Rongyi's Inn, you don't have to be afraid that someone will steal the hear."

Ha that is one of the main attractions for people visiting the Rongyi Inn. The place is difficult for an intruder or news thief to enter. Even the waiter there is not easy to take bribes for dirty things outside the business of eating and staying overnight.

After sitting on the chair Liu Qingqing said, "Jiang Yu, it has been a long time since we have met. Looks like you're living well so your face looks a lot fresher."

"All thanks to Miss's kindness. If Miss doesn't pay for my life, how can I possibly hide quietly." Jiang Yu smiled. "But, I don't understand why Miss suddenly told me to wait here? Is there an urgent matter, Miss?"

Liu Qingqing replied, "No problem is too difficult, it's just that I need your help to do something."

"What's that?" jiang Yu asked curiously.

"Do you know the best storytellers in the capital? I need someone who can tell a story well."

Hearing Liu Qingqing's easy, but slightly strange request made Jiang Yu and Bai Liu's eyebrows wrinkle lightly.

"The storyteller of the capital?" asked Jiang Yu and Bai Liu simultaneously.

"Why are you surprised like that? I just need a storyteller instead of a killer" Liu Qingqing casually said. He took out a teacup and sipped it with graceful movements. "I have an interesting story so it takes an expert to tell it. I'm sure this story will entertain a lot of people if it's delivered well and correctly."

"There's one man, Miss. But, ...." Jiang Yu's facial sharpness showed a very clear doubt.

"But, what?" asked Liu Qingqing. "If it's a matter of payment, you don't have to worry about Jiang Yu because I've already prepared a decent payment."

"That's not what I'm worried about, miss. I understand very well what kind of person Miss is and I have never doubted the wealth of the Liu Family. It was just that to transact with that person was extremely difficult. We need to get permission from Boss Yu so that our story can be brought by the storyteller."

Jiang Yu's explanation was somewhat incomprehensible to Liu Qingqing, but not to Bai Liu. He looks a little more understanding. "What do you mean is the storyteller of Rongyu Pavilion?"

Jiang Yu gave a nod. "Yes, only he's called the capital's best storyteller."

The word 'Rongyu Pavilion' managed to attract Liu Qingqing's attention completely. He felt familiar with the name, but it was hard to tell where he knew it from. Liu Qingqing continued to think in silence, until she finally remembered that Pavilion Rongyu had been mentioned in the Qingping Princess Legend novel.

In the novel it is mentioned that Rongyu Pavilion is the best restaurant and inn in Taiyuan Capital. Places that must be visited by people to enjoy food, stay, or just hear the latest stories. Most of the news circulating in the Zhao Kingdom always started from there.

"Rongyu Pavilion really is like the one in the novel? Capital source information?" liu Qingqing asked inwardly.

Seeing Liu Qingqing silent for a long time, Bai Liu reopened his voice. "Miss, are you okay? Don't you remember about Rongyu Pavilion?"

"I'm fine, Liu'er. I only felt familiar with the name, but after I tried to think about it I still did not remember," Liu Qingqing replied.

Hearing his non-anya reply, Bai Liu could only comfort in a soft voice. "Don't be too forced, Miss. You're still losing your memory so it's only natural that you don't remember that place."

"Yes right said Miss Bai, Miss don't think about it too much. We can help to bring Miss's memory back" Jiang Yu said.

Finally a smile appeared on Liu Qingqing's beautiful face. "Ah, you guys are the best. I am grateful to have a brother like you. For my memory problem I've given everything to the Gods, like this is also good."

"It's good that Miss thinks like that. I'm also grateful to be your subordinate, Miss." Jiang Yu smiled. "Then, what about the storyteller's problem?"

Bai Liu interjected, "I heard meeting a storyteller is easy, but to meet Boss Yu is quite difficult!"

"Why is that, Liu'er?" liu Qingqing asked not understanding.

"Come Miss. I just hear from people. Perhaps Young Master Jiang better understood this matter."

Stared by Bai Liu's bright eyes, Jiang Yu felt a little nervous. However, he was able to control himself back after taking a short breath. "As Miss Bai said to meet Boss Yu is indeed quite difficult, but it will be harder to gain her trust. There are some conditions to be able to trade with him and it also depends on one's luck."

Liu Qingqing was enthusiastic. "What's the condition?"