Soon, Qiao Jiaojiao ushered in her second Spring Festival in this world.
The Qiao family was sitting around the round table, enjoying a warm New Year's Eve dinner.
Qiao Jiaojiao was already able to eat some soft food, and was now sitting on the baby chair made by Qiao Zhongguo, enjoying her meal.
It was the first time for Hanya to celebrate the New Year at Qiao's house. She was a little cautious at first, but she was soon attracted by the lovely Qiao Jiaojiao.
She was really curious about what it would be like to hear her little sister's voice.
Qiao Jiaojiao was grabbing a piglet and gnawing excitedly. When she raised her eyes, she saw her sister-in-law looking at her, and she immediately opened a big smile.
Hanya Xian couldn't help but laugh out loud when she saw this chubby little face.
She is really happy about the child, but she and Qiao Lang have discussed it and don't rush to get it yet.
One is that the thief who may have poisoned her as predicted by the younger sister has not been found yet.
Second, she had just come into contact with Qiao Lang's business and was really interested in it, so she wanted to spend more time studying it.
Third, Qiao Lang felt that she was still too young. It would not be too late to ask for it after a year, and it would be better for her health.
Although the future of the Qiao family is uncertain now, Hanya Xian feels peaceful and relieved.
After the New Year's Eve dinner, the family sat together to watch the New Year's Eve.
Qiao Jiaojiao was nestled on the couch, happily counting her new year's money and vaguely humming an unknown tune. She looked in a very good mood.
At this time, Mrs. Qiao smiled and talked about the expansion of the almshouse.
"It's really hard for those children. I sent a lot of charcoal there years ago, but I don't know if it will be enough."
"Fortunately, we can start the expansion after the new year. I think they will be able to live more comfortably by then."
When Qiao Jiaojiao heard this, she immediately waved the red envelope in her hand towards Mrs. Qiao.
"Mom! Me! Money! Money money!"
【Very good! Mom is so considerate. I have money here, so I will also contribute! Build them warm rooms! Let them sleep soundly! 】
After hearing this, Mrs. Qiao stood up and hugged Qiao Jiaojiao, and said with a smile: "There is no need for your New Year's money. Your eldest brother has made a lot of money this year, which is enough!"
"Jiaojiao is saving this money. When you grow up, no matter what you want to do with it, my mother will support you."
This year's New Year's Eve, the young Qiao Jiaojiao couldn't bear it, and fell asleep in Mrs. Qiao's arms.
But it doesn’t matter, the whole family made a wish for her:
May the years be joyful and good people may be in peace; may the years be prosperous and may the country be peaceful and the people be safe.
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After the New Year, Qiao's family became busy.
Qiao Jiaojiao couldn't do anything, so she began to practice walking and talking, and soon she could speak short sentences intermittently.
However, because her speech is still unclear, only her family can understand what she says.
Of course, there is one exception, and that is the fourth prince who runs to Qiao Mansion all day long.
Qiao Jiaojiao sometimes chattered to him, but he really understood her.
"Sister Qiao, can you also call me Brother Xiaosi?"
Qiao Jiaojiao snorted softly, "No, no, no, Xiaosi!"
[You want me to call you, this little brat, brother? There are no doors! 】
The fourth prince was a little frustrated, but he immediately thought of an interesting news and decided to share it with Qiao Jiaojiao.
"Sister Qiao, the Nanli delegation is coming!"
Qiao Jiaojiao's eyes widened when she heard this, and she was indeed very interested.
"real?"
The fourth prince nodded quickly, "I heard from my brother that the Nanli Kingdom's mission received news yesterday, and they will probably enter Beijing the next day."
Qiao Jiaojiao touched her little nose, the day after tomorrow? Isn't that the eighth day of February?
The Nanli State delegation arrived early enough. Wanshou Festival is on the fourth day of March, almost a month in advance.
"Dong Guo Ding should pick him up in person at that time. Sister Qiao, you love watching the fun the most. You can go to Putian Street to reserve a seat in advance!"
Qiao Jiaojiao nodded repeatedly when she heard this, "You have Dao Ni!"
Thinking of this, she "mercilessly" abandoned the fourth prince who continued to practice martial arts, and ran to find Qiao Diyi!
It’s right to turn to your second brother to join in the fun!
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On the eighth day of February, the news that the Nanli State delegation was coming to the city had spread throughout the country.
Thanks to the fourth prince's early reminder, the Qiao family had booked the best seat in Zuixian Building. At this time, Qiao Jiaojiao was being held by Qiao Diyi, with her upper body lying by the window, looking excited.
Qiao Tianjing also came together and was sitting at the table drinking tea elegantly.
Soon, a lively cry came from a distance: "It's coming, it's coming!"
Qiao Jiaojiao also cheered, "Come on, come on!"
[Let me see what the domineering and affectionate male lead described in the original novel looks like! 】
A group of people turned the corner and appeared in front of Qiao Jiaojiao.
The first thing Qiao Jiaojiao saw was the tall and handsome Duke Dingguo sitting on the horse.
【Ah ah ah! General Xiao! Second brother, your father-in-law is here! 】
When Qiao Diyi heard this, he immediately looked proud and wished he could tell everyone that he was his master and future father-in-law!
Qiao Jiaojiao looked to the right, and her eyes suddenly lit up!
【coming! Second male! 】
A pure white tall horse, the young man's bright red robe is very eye-catching.
His black hair was draped behind him, only tied a little with a red ribbon, and a golden bell hung on it, which made a clear jingle as he swayed on the horse.
His skin is very white and his facial features are outstanding. He belongs to the Mingyan hexagram.
At this time, he had a smile on his lips, looking at the crowd around him, his chin slightly raised, looking proud and unruly.
【handsome! No wonder he can compete with the male lead in beauty, this absolutely rebellious handsome man is so recognisable! 】
The Yong people paid more attention to etiquette, so men had to wear hats when they were outside, and they mostly wore elegant and low-key colors.
People in Nanli Country are more casual. It can be seen from the popularity of the Secret Bliss Medicine that people there pay more attention to enjoyment and are more bold and unrestrained.
When Baili Chengyou, the third prince of Nanli Kingdom, appeared on the scene, he was like a drop of ink dropped into clear water, very eye-catching and impressive.
Behind him followed a group of Nanli people with the same long hair and brightly colored clothes.
Qiao Jiaojiao was observing intently when Qiao Diyi suddenly called out in a low voice, "Brother, look who that is."
Hearing this, Qiao Tianjing leaned forward to take a look. Qiao Jiaojiao also turned her head and looked in the direction Qiao Diyi pointed. She saw a teahouse in front of her on the left.
At this time, behind a window at the far side of the second floor of the tea house, a girl was leaning out with great effort.
Her eyes were bright, her eyebrows were slightly raised, and the corners of her mouth were slightly raised. She looked very excited!
Qiao Jiaojiao was a little surprised and couldn't help but whisper in her heart:
【Meng Guxue! She's here too! 】
[The last time I saw her was at the Dragon Boat Festival Palace Banquet. After half a year, I feel like she has become a lot more beautiful! 】
Qiao Jiaojiao's evaluation has always been very objective. Compared with the previous "bean sprouts", the current Meng Guxue is indeed much more beautiful.
You know, in the original book, Meng Guxue was praised to the heavens, and she was even given the title of the most beautiful woman in the capital!
Thinking of this, Qiao Jiaojiao couldn't help but murmur in her heart:
[Could it be that the halo of the heroine has come into play and Meng Guxue is about to start her transformation into a female? 】
