Xie Rongzhao grinned expressionlessly. Is this praising her?
She has practiced calligraphy for almost two years more than Xie Ronlang, and now she says she can write better than Xie Ronlang, without any sense of accomplishment.
Xie Rongzhao returned to the inner courtyard angrily, while Xie Zhou was left to take a test on his schoolwork.
Liu Ruolan and Gu were both making clothes in the house. The weather was cold and the kang was already burning in the house, but Gu couldn't do things in the master's house like the hostess, so she moved to the outside.
Liu Ruolan thought it would be nice to have someone to talk to, so she simply asked Sister-in-law Wang to get a charcoal basin outside, and the two of them would keep it. This way they would not feel cold while working, and their hands and feet would be warm.
Xie Rongzhao had just entered the house, and before he could say a few words, Douzi trotted over to deliver the message.
"Madam, Miss, people from the Weixin Hou Mansion have sent a cart full of gifts, saying they are to thank the lady. The master asked you and the lady to go to the front."
"knew."
Gu Shi also put away her things and helped Liu Ruolan out.
The yard they rented did not have a wind and rain corridor, otherwise it would not be possible to have such a cheap rent. Moreover, the yard only has a corridor paved with waste bricks and some old stones. The rest of the yard is made of dirt, and some species There are trees, and some places are still empty.
The three of them arrived at the front yard and saw two large boxes in the main hall, and several small boxes placed on the high table.
Xie Xiuwen didn't touch these things. When they came over, he sent someone to open them and take a look.
"The people from the Weixin Mansion carried the things in and left. I didn't even bother to say a few words. Fortunately, Fang Hu was smart and handed a purse to the person in charge."
In fact, to be more precise, it should be that Xie Xiuwen had the foresight to stuff Fang Hu with ten taels of silver for some favors at home, and told him not to lose his etiquette if someone came over.
It really came in handy this time.
Xie Xiuwen didn't pay much attention to these things before, but now he has to learn to adapt to it, and he can't rely on others to make up for it all the time.
Xie Rongzhao first looked at the small box placed on the high table. Xie Zhou picked her up and put her on a chair, then opened the box for her to see.
"Mom, most of the things in this small box are some jewelry. I don't think I can use them. I think they are prepared for you, right?"
Liu Ruolan took a look at it and said, "These look like they are for children. They were specially given to you. They look brand new to me. Maybe they were specially made for you."
Liu Ruolan really guessed it right. It was indeed the Gao family who called the people from Yinlou to pick them out just two days ago.
The two large boxes on the floor were also opened one after another, and one of them contained fabrics and ready-made clothes.
"Hey, madam, look, the color is really bright. Our lady will look festive and beautiful when she wears it. And the top is made of high-quality cotton, which feels different to the touch."
As Gu Shi said this, he motioned for Liu Ruolan to come and touch it too.
Men really can't tell the difference between good and bad for this kind of thing.
Liu Ruolan took it in her hand and rubbed it a few times, then squeezed the thickness. It was indeed good.
Gu carefully checked it out: "Madam, these are two sets of winter clothes, and two pieces of fine material. They are nice and thick. They are probably also prepared for the lady."
Liu Ruolan nodded: "That's good, it saves me having to make clothes for my dear baby."
She is currently making winter clothes for Xie Xiuwen. Although she originally had some to wear, the winter in the north is too cold. If she goes out, she has to wear thicker clothes.
Douzi also opened another box. Xie Xiuwen just glanced at it and stopped paying attention.
The box also contains some very practical items, including small hand stoves, incense burners and some small ornaments.
"Mom, there are two hand stoves in here. Dad, is it cold in your study? Do you want to use one?"
Xie Xiuwen smiled: "No, dad has a charcoal basin in the house, it's not cold. And dad has a hand stove."
Xie Rongzhao pouted: "I've been using that one for a few years. It's old. Use this one. Give me the old one. I don't use it much anyway."
Gu Shi smiled knowingly: "The master and his wife are so lucky. The young lady is so filial. The blessings will continue from now on."
I have to say that this Gu family is really good at talking. No wonder she managed to coax Liu Ruolan into liking her in just a few days.
Xie Rongzhao was rummaging around with an exquisite little incense burner. He didn’t understand it very well. Then he looked at the box and saw that there were several more incense burners. There was also a box with a set of tools inside. Such an advanced game.
"I think Prince Zhao wants you to learn more in the future. You can't just think about running outside all day long. There are also a few books here. You can read more in the future. If you can't read them, If you understand, you can come and find me.”
"I know, Dad." Xie Rongzhao's original enthusiasm suddenly dissipated.
Why do you feel like you were cheated by Zhao Yue?
Liu Ruolan's heart moved: "When the new year has passed, Guabao will be seven years old in a few months. By then, he will have to learn some things like music, chess, calligraphy and painting. We have also come to the capital. It's not good for a little girl to know everything. If you don’t learn, you can only read and write.”
Xie Rongzhao sighed and said, "Mom, it's so difficult to read and write!"
When everyone saw her little expression, they immediately became very happy. It was really rare to see such an expression on her face.
After receiving so many things from others, do you want to reciprocate the gift?
Xie Xiuwen pondered for a moment: "There is no need to be in a hurry to return the gift. They sent these here to express their gratitude for the tea cup that the good boy threw away. Besides, these gifts are not too expensive, so you can accept them with peace of mind. Wait until the New Year, Let’s prepare another generous gift.”
Liu Ruolan's eyes widened slightly after hearing this. Hearing this, he was going to be treated as relatives by the Weixin Hou Mansion in the future?
Seeing her reaction, Xie Xiuwen knew that she had guessed it.
"Don't worry, Prince Zhao is the emperor's confidant. If we make friends with him, we won't suffer any disadvantages in the future. Besides, we have indeed been destined to be with him a long time ago, so it is considered destined."
"Yes, I understand. But, what should we give as a gift that year?"
Liu Ruolan had a lot of money on hand, and for a family like Weixinhou Mansion, even a mere gift of a few hundred taels would be looked down upon by others.
"It's not urgent. It's still early. Let me think about it again."
"Okay, where can I give my dear baby a heads up?"
Xie Xiuwen shook his head: "No need, this child is smart, she knows it well. Besides, Prince Zhao likes her mainly because of her innocence and cuteness. If we adults intervene and let Prince Zhao see traces of adult guidance in this, I'm afraid that On the contrary, it will cause disaster." (End of this chapter)
