"Hello, Mr. Yue. Last time we said goodbye, I didn't have time to properly express my gratitude to Mr. Yue. I didn't expect to meet you here." Xie Yihua walked forward and saluted Yue Xiao.
Yue Xiao returned the gift to Xie Yihua and then said:
"Ms. Xie's words are serious. It was just a little help from me last time. Miss Xie doesn't need to say thank you. Your father is innocent. Naturally, we can't let Miss Xie suffer unreasonable disasters."
"Thank you, Miss. I came here today to buy some rouge, gouache and the like." After the two of them greeted each other for a while, they were speechless and embarrassed for a moment. Yue Xiao thought about it and took the initiative to speak.
"Exactly, I passed by here with my mother and sister Yi today. Thinking that summer is here, I wanted to buy myself some jewelry and hairpins."
"I heard that the flower buds here are the most popular, so I thought I would come here to buy some and try them when I go back," Xie Yihua said.
Yue Xiao nodded when he heard this and said: "The flowers here are indeed very delicate and beautiful. I came out specifically today to buy the enamel inlaid cloisonné silver bracelets that they recently released for my little sister, but... Unexpectedly, the shopkeeper told me that this batch of jewelry had been sold out a long time ago, so I came to buy some flowers."
"I wonder which flower is Miss Xie's favorite?" Yue Xiao thought for a while and asked casually.
"This is my first time to buy flower mother-of-pearl. I actually don't know what kind of flower mother-of-pearl is suitable for me. But the shopkeeper said that she thinks the Begonia gold foil flower mother-of-pearl in the store is quite suitable for me. I wanted to buy a box of it, but... Unfortunately, the store said that these three pairs of flowers have been bought by a handsome man in plain clothes." After speaking, Xie Yihua looked at Yue Xiao with a smile.
Listening to Xie Yihua's words, Yue Xiao suddenly realized that the handsome man in plain clothes that Xie Yihua and the shopkeeper talked about was exactly him.
"It's such a coincidence. I'm really sorry. The younger sister in the family is still young and likes some exquisite and beautiful items the most, such as pairs of bracelets and gold hairpins. But the pair of bracelets she likes have been sold out, and the other ones have been sold out. A little girl of her age couldn't bring her a golden hairpin, so I thought of buying some beautiful flower hairpins to make her happy. Unexpectedly, I unintentionally bought all of your favorite things, Miss Xie. Pocketed."
"If Miss Xie doesn't mind, please accept this flower arrangement, Miss Xie. Anyway, the little girl in the family not only loves begonias, but also loves other flowers." After saying that, Yue Xiao bought from her choice. Among the items, he took out a pair of Begonia gold foil flower bouquets and handed them to Xie Yihua.
Xie Yihua didn't hesitate, and directly accepted the Begonia gold foil flower mother-in-law handed over by Yue Xiao, and then said:
"Thank you so much, Mr. Yue, for giving me your love and helping me."
"It's okay, it's just the same thing, it's just a little effort."
"It's getting late, Miss Xie. The little girl at home is still waiting for me to go back, so I'll take my leave now." Yue Xiao obviously didn't take this trivial matter to heart, and looked at the water clock on the wall behind the shopkeeper. Then he spoke.
"Young Master Yue!" Xie Yihua looked at Yue Xiao's leaving figure, then looked at the gold foil begonia flower in his hand, and quickly raised his head to call out to Yue Xiao.
"Thank you, miss, but what's the matter?" Yue Xiao turned around and asked doubtfully.
Xie Yihua took a few steps forward, walked in front of Yue Xiao, and said:
"Didn't Mr. Yue just say that he came here today to buy the enamel-inlaid cloisonné silver bracelets that this store launched a few days ago for his little sister? Unfortunately, my grandmother has a close relationship with this store. , therefore, every time this store launches a new product, they will send someone to save a copy for my grandmother."
"This pair of enamel and jade cloisonné silver bracelets is also prepared for my grandmother as always."
"But it is your grandmother's thing after all. As a junior, I have absolutely no reason to shamelessly ask my elders for my little sister's preferences."
"Thank you for your kindness, Miss. I know it, but today I just gave you a piece of Begonia gold foil flower mother-of-pearl. Although it is very delicate and beautiful, its value is not as good as the enamel inlaid cloisonné silver bracelet."
"Miss Xie, there is no need to bother the Duke's wife because of me." Yue Xiao quickly made a guess in his mind, so he shook his head and refused.
When Xie Yihua heard Yue Xiao's words, he understood that Yue Xiao had misunderstood, so he quickly explained:
"Master Yue has misunderstood. Although this thing originally belonged to my grandmother, a few days ago, my grandmother gave this enamel inlaid cloisonné silver bracelet to me along with several matching precious treasures. There are several sisters in the family, and this enamel inlaid cloisonné silver bracelet happened to be divided into two by my grandmother. One was given to me, and the other was given to my sister."
"When I woke up this morning, the maid came to tell me that the button on my bracelet was loose and that it had to be sent here for repair. I think it should still be here."
"If you don't mind, I will give this bracelet to you, but you may need to wait a little longer."
Seeing that Yue Xiao had no reaction, Xie Yihua gritted his teeth and said:
"If Mr. Yue feels that a bracelet is not perfect...my sister Yiyi is nearby. Give me some time, and I will go and ask her if she can make it easier for me to exchange this bracelet..."
Before Xie Yihua finished speaking, Yue Xiao interrupted Xie Yihua and said:
"Thank you very much for your kindness, Miss Xie. If Miss Xie is willing, just the bracelet in Miss Xie's hand is enough. There is no need to trouble Miss Xie to look for Miss Xie nearby. If Miss Xie is really asked to beg for a bracelet, It’s really my fault to ask for favors.”
"I didn't say anything just now. It's not because I was dissatisfied with Miss Xie that I could only give him one bracelet. I was just quite surprised by Miss Xie's decision. After all, what I gave you was just a box. For you, it's not something that's in your heart. , it must be him, but what you want to give me is a bracelet that your grandmother personally gave to your sisters. It is really too expensive, and I am at a loss what to do."
Xie Yihua was obviously stunned when he heard Yue Xiao's words, and then explained:
"Actually, it's nothing. My grandmother gave me a lot of things. Although I cherish each one of them very much, my grandmother also told me when she gave me these things. If these things meet someone who needs them more, give them to someone who needs them more. They are not impossible."
"How does the girl think that I am the one who needs this bracelet more?" Yue Xiao couldn't help but ask.
"Although I am not a member of the court, my grandfather and several uncles are officials in the court. They are busy all day long. Although my grandfather is very affectionate with my grandmother, he rarely goes out to accompany my grandmother to visit the busy city. I sent the most practical things in Kyoto to my house, and in my free time, I accompanied my grandmother to choose them together."
"If my grandfather is like this, let alone my uncles."
"As the governor of Kyoto, Mr. Yue is the parent and official of the people of Kyoto. He usually takes care of all kinds of things. Besides, I have heard a little bit about Mr. Yue's reputation."
"Mr. Yue has always been diligent and caring for the people. Today, for the first time, he came here to look for a pair of bracelets that may have been snatched up long ago. This pair of bracelets must be very precious to you and your sister. Yes, in this case, it is not unreasonable to give this enamel inlaid jade cloisonné silver bracelet to the bigger people." Xie Yihua smiled faintly, and then said slowly.
"Miss Xie is such a good tutor. Today is actually my sister's birthday. I came from a humble background. My father and mother died young. I only have one younger brother and one younger sister who depend on each other. They have suffered a lot with me over the years. Even now that I am doing After becoming the governor of Kyoto, their life is not easy, so this year is my sister’s birthday, so I want to give her this pair of enamel and jade cloisonné silver wire bracelets that she has always wanted.”
"Today, I really need to thank you so much, girl. Otherwise, maybe she would be disappointed if she didn't see the bracelet she was so obsessed with."
"The sincerity of the greater people's hearts can be learned from heaven and earth. Today, I will do my best. If I can solve the problems that are on the minds of the greater people, it will be a great blessing for me as a citizen of Kyoto."
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Xie Yihua and Yue Xiao were in this small place. You complimented me and I complimented you. You thanked me and I thanked you. They almost forgot the time. In the end, it was the shopkeeper of this rouge and gouache shop who couldn't stand it anymore. Two people stopped.
Xie Yihua finally delivered his bracelet to Yue Xiao, and the two finally met in front of the rouge and gouache shop. When the two said goodbye, they both didn't look back. He walked towards where he wanted to go, as if this encounter and experience were just ordinary things.
However, when Yue Xiao walked out of Babao Zhai, a little girl hurried out with a box and stopped him.
"The bigger man! The bigger man! Please stay!"
"Who are you……"
"I am the personal maid of my lady, Xie Yihua, the granddaughter of Duke Yan. My lady wants me to transfer this thing to Mr. Yue."
"My young lady said that she hopes that Mr. Yue will definitely accept this thing. She said that as an elder brother, he will treat his younger brothers and sisters in the family as lovingly as a parent. Although my young lady cannot fully understand what Mr. Dai feels in his heart, but My young lady also has brothers and sisters, and she can understand what people one or two older are thinking and feeling."
"Therefore, today, I ask you to take the remaining enamel-inlaid cloisonné silver bracelet with you. She does not ask for anything in return. She also asked for this from Miss Yi in a private capacity. She What I am giving you as a gift has nothing to do with the Xie family, so please don’t be burdened..."
"Don't let Miss Yue's birthday not be successful today..."
After saying that, the maid saw that Yue Xiao still had no reaction. She immediately put the small box in Yue Xiao's hand as Xie Yihua said, and then ran upstairs without looking back. Yue Xiao refuses any opportunity...
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(I am a super cute dividing line~)
"Yihua, you little girl, what are you looking at here? Don't worry, you said so. As long as the bigger man is not a piece of wood, he will definitely take my bracelet away~ Don't worry." Thanks. Yiyi leaned on Xie Yihua, looked through the gap in the window that Xie Yihua opened and said.
"Well... I hope so... But I really have to thank you, sister, for being willing to part with me." Xie Yihua turned around and said to Xie Yiyi.
"What's this? It's just a bracelet. Although it looks better, you know, my favorite is the ruby. When the bracelet fell on my hand, I only wore it twice before putting it in jewelry. It’s just gathering dust in the box.”
"Since you are willing to exchange the onyx gemstone necklace that your grandmother gave you in exchange for it, I am naturally happy to exchange it with you. Anyway, I haven't worn it yet, but the buttons are a little loose. I need to use them to strengthen them. It would be very troublesome to take it back..."
"Besides, you are my sister. The more people are kind to you, I will help you to repay the kindness. What's wrong~" Thank you and said with a smile.
"Thank you, sister. If it weren't for my sister, I wouldn't be able to repay this kindness..."
"It's easy to say, repaying a favor is a trivial matter~ If you really want to thank me, sister, you might as well accompany me and the sixth brother of the Liang family to attend the lantern festival tonight~"
"Lantern festival? What lantern festival?"
"Sister, you don't know, there are so many interesting things in Kyoto, it's not just as simple as what we see on the surface."
"Tonight, seventy-two restaurants headed by Yuan Lou and many vendors held a lantern festival. You can guess lantern riddles, put out river lanterns, watch juggling, and eat snacks. Anyway, it's really fun~"
"The most important thing is that tonight there will be a mechanism competition. Many craftsmen with ingenuity will show off their latest achievements to compete for the throne of the leader~"
"The viewing angle in the Yuan Building is the best. My sixth brother from the Liang family and I have reserved a good seat in the Yuan Building several months ago. We guarantee that we can have a panoramic view of all the performances in tonight's Mechanism Competition~"
"It's difficult to reserve a seat in Yuan Tower. For such a big event tonight and such a good seat, if I were included, wouldn't it be difficult for you..." Xie Yihua said with some concern.
Xie smiled and shook his head and said:
"Don't worry, it won't happen. The location was originally just right, but our little uncle's situation is such that we don't want to go. There happens to be an extra place. If you don't go, it will be wasted~"
Xie Yihua thought for a moment, then nodded and said:
"Okay then... let's go home and tell our grandmother about the situation later, and then come out..."
"Okay~ I'll listen to you~ But actually, we don't have to tell grandma. Although the rules at home are strict, today is the only one that my grandfather has nodded. As long as he has enough guards, he can go out to play. day……"
"My grandfather values the future of Dayong the most, and mechanism skills are closely related to Dayong's future. Therefore, he also hopes that we descendants of the Xie family will care about Dayong's future as much as he does..."
"Every year, my grandfather... would take my grandmother to the streets to join in the fun..."
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