Simultaneous Transmigration: Freedom Across the Heavens

Inside the cubicle, Yuan Meng held a teacup in her hand, the tea swirling inside, clearly indicating that she was restless.

As soon as she saw Si Lili enter, she rushed forward, her voice urgent: "Oh my dear Lili, you've finally come out! You have no idea what's going on outside..."

Her words trailed off as Yuan Meng's gaze fixed on Si Lili, whose graceful, languid figure and lingering allure made her ask incredulously, "Lili, you really gave it to me?"

Si Lili blushed slightly, lowered her eyes, gently bit her lip, and nodded softly.

"you..."

Yuan Meng slapped her thigh and stood up abruptly. "I... I really don't know what to say to you."

She was filled with deep regret. If only she had searched the entire Crystal River last night, she would have intercepted the pleasure boat.

Si Lili is the top courtesan in Kyoto. Besides her stunning beauty and unparalleled musical skills, her most valuable asset is her pure and innocent body.

Now that she's lost her virginity, this cash cow has lost much of its value, and Yuan Meng is heartbroken.

"Where is the other person from? What is their family background? Are they married?" Yuan Meng took a deep breath and asked three questions in a row.

Si Lili's voice was barely audible: "I don't know either."

Yuan Meng was surprised, "You don't know anything about it and you just...give it to me like that?"

Si Lili's cheeks flushed even more. Last night's events began unexpectedly, and she was caught off guard. But afterwards, all that remained was physical and mental pleasure. She was too ashamed to talk about such a private matter, so she could only nod and say, "Mmm!"

"You...I..." Yuan Meng was at a loss for words, her mind racing: You're a spy from Northern Qi, how could you be so emotionally invested!

She lowered her voice and said, "What if they intervene?"

"This is my own business, what does it have to do with them?"

Si Lili raised an eyebrow and said resolutely, "As long as the mission goes smoothly, they can't interfere in my personal affairs."

They've fallen into a trap!

Yuan Meng suddenly became interested in Bai Li, wanting to see what kind of charm she possessed that could captivate the top courtesan of the capital in just one night.

She then realized that whether it was for money or to maintain her current power, Si Lili had to be kept under her control.

Yuan Meng's eyes darted around, and she said, "Lili, haven't you considered what you would do if they ordered you to kill that young master, or used him to blackmail you?"

A hint of worry appeared on Si Lili's pretty face. She hadn't thought about this problem yet, or rather, she hadn't had time to think about it.

Now that Yuan Meng has brought it up, I'm so concerned that I'm confused and my emotions are all over the place. I can't think of a solution for the time being.

This was exactly Yuan Meng's goal: to first throw out a question to distract her, and then strike while the iron was hot to get Si Lili completely on her side, as long as she was willing to cooperate.

Deceiving superiors and subordinates, abusing public office for private gain, embezzling public funds—just thinking about these things made Yuan Meng feel hot all over. She couldn't help but clench her thighs together. That young master's appearance was just in time; she was about to get rich, rich!

Just as Yuan Meng was about to add fuel to the fire, Xiao He came running over in a panic, shouting, "Miss Lili, an eunuch has come outside and says he has an imperial edict for you."

"An imperial edict? For me?" Si Lili was astonished and puzzled.

Yuan Meng reacted quickly, grabbing Si Lili's hand and walking outside, "What are we waiting for? Don't keep the angel waiting."

She jogged to the deck, where Eunuch Hou and a group of palace servants were waiting. Upon seeing Si Lili, he greeted her with a warm smile: "Miss Lili, we have come by imperial decree. Please receive the decree!"

Si Lili straightened her clothes and bowed respectfully, saying, "This humble woman, Si Lili, receives the imperial decree."

The eunuch Hou unfolded the imperial edict: "By the grace of Heaven, the Emperor decrees: I have heard that there is a talented woman in the capital named Sili, whose virtuous reputation is renowned, whose musical skills are unparalleled, and who is praised by all. This greatly pleases me."

She was specially granted a villa in the eastern suburbs of Kyoto, a thousand taels of gold, a hundred bolts of brocade, and a number of gold, silver, jade and jewelry items, and was entitled to the treatment of a third-rank lady; in addition, she was granted ten maids and fifty servants and miscellaneous servants, exclusively for her use.

"You are permitted to enter the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests on the Mid-Autumn Festival night to present a piece of music on the zither for me and my officials. This is my decree."

An imperial edict elevated Si Lili from the top courtesan of Zuixianju to the position of a third-rank lady, a meteoric rise.

The palace servants and laborers on the deck were all shocked and dared not utter a sound.

Si Lili's mind went blank, and she numbly kowtowed, saying, "This humble woman, Si Lili, accepts the imperial decree and expresses her gratitude."

"Congratulations, Miss Si! Congratulations, Miss Si!" Eunuch Hou said with a beaming smile, his expression carrying a hint of flattery.

Having spent many years navigating the palace, he had seen many women, not just those of the third rank of Shuren, but even those of the first rank of Gaoming Lady.

However, this person, who is neither an official nor a nobleman, enjoys the treatment of a third-rank official. This is the first time since the founding of the dynasty that such a person has been treated this way. It is evident that His Majesty attaches great importance to this matter, and naturally, he dares not be negligent in the slightest.

Yuan Meng was stunned. Her heart was filled with mixed emotions, a mixture of sourness, jealousy, and hatred. She felt like she was about to grind her teeth to pieces. What kind of hysteria had this emperor gone mad to bestow such a generous reward upon Si Lili?

Why is it Si Lili? Why not me?

Eunuch Hou produced another imperial edict from Emperor Qing and asked, "Miss Si, His Majesty also has an edict for Young Master Bai. I wonder where Young Master Bai is at this moment?"

"Ah, this... there's also Young Master Bai here?" Si Lili was even more surprised. Was Bai Li involved in this?

Before she could answer, the imperial edict flew out of Eunuch Hou's hand in a flash.

Bai Li stood with his hands behind his back by the second-floor window, waved the imperial edict in his hand to Eunuch Hou, and said, "Please convey my thanks to His Majesty."

Eunuch Hou showed no dissatisfaction. Before his departure, Emperor Qing had specifically instructed that this young master Bai be treated with courtesy. Judging from the situation, this young master Bai was probably the source of this reward.

"Young Master Bai, Miss Si, we'll take our leave now."

Eunuch Hou bowed and prepared to leave, but then paused. "By the way," he said, "we've taken the liberty of replacing some of the furniture in that eastern suburb villa. If Young Master Bai and Miss Si are dissatisfied in any way, please let us know, and we'll make the necessary arrangements."

After Eunuch Hou and his entourage left, the people on the painted boat discussed among themselves, their eyes filled with awe as they looked at Si Lili.

Yuan Meng suppressed her jealousy, outwardly offering congratulations with a look of honor, and never mentioning what had just happened again, but inwardly she felt more pained than if her parents had died.

After dealing with the situation, Si Lili took quick, light steps.

She returned to the private room and nestled into Bai Li's arms like a swallow returning to its nest, her voice thick with nasal sweetness as she pleaded, "Who exactly are you? Why did the Emperor bestow such honors upon me?"

Si Lili, with her gentle and intelligent nature, understood everything from Eunuch Hou's attitude just now.

Bai Li patted her plump buttocks and laughed, "All you need to remember is that I'm your man."

Si Lili bit her lip, clinging to him like a koala, feeling an overwhelming dampness. She gently bit his ear, her voice soft and sweet: "Let's... go to the boudoir."

Bai Li's chest felt like it was burning with flames as he held her and walked together.

Who knew Emperor Qing's bestowal of titles would have this effect! Perhaps we should have him bestow more titles a few more times?

The Imperial Palace, Guangxin Palace.

Li Yunrui lay languidly on the cloud chair, toying with a jade hairpin with his fingertips, listening to the news brought by his maid, "Your Highness, it is now being said among the people that Fan Xian is a vulgar and uncouth person, and that he has accepted the invitation to the poetry gathering of Prince Jing's heir tomorrow."

"understood."

Li Yunrui waved his hand, dismissing the maids.

She was secretly pleased. If you're going to hit someone, you have to hit them in the face. She ruined Fan Xian's reputation, and now she wanted to see how he would face marry Wan'er.

Thinking of this, she raised her hand and gently touched her cheek, her eyes flickering with light. She had to thank the Empress Dowager for that slap; it truly woke her up. "You old hag, you just wait!"

At that moment, a maidservant rushed over, knelt down, and bowed, saying, "Greetings, Your Highness."

"Um?"

Li Yunrui looked up and cast an inquiring glance. The maid moved to her side and whispered a few words in her ear.

Upon hearing this, Li Yunrui's eyes suddenly changed, sharpening with a hint of murderous intent. She turned to her personal female official and said, "His Majesty has issued an award to Si Lili today. Investigate. I need to know the reason. Not a single detail can be overlooked."

"Yes!" The female official bowed and left.