Reborn in a Noble Family - Chapter 52
Chapter 52 Hainan Pearl
Qiao Xingbang greeted him in advance. There was no need to do anything special. The bedroom only needed to be warm and clean.
The group entered the courtyard. Nanny Zhong instructed the maids and servants to pack the boxes in the carriage into the bedroom. The kitchen was served with warm tea. In front of Qiao Xi was a cup of fruit tea.
Liu Ming gave a brief report on the situation in the manor and then asked, “I heard that the master and madam are coming to stay. The tenants want to kowtow to the master and madam and thank them for taking care of them for so many years.”
The farmland that Gu Jingshu had gone out to cultivate was very good. The harvest was very high and the rent was not high. Therefore, the tenants around the manor lived a good life. Apart from the harvest in the fields, they would find some work to do when there was no farm work. Every year, they could save a little money and live a good life.
After knowing from Liu Ming that the masters were coming to stay, the crowd discussed sending some vegetables and fruits to him and kowtowing to the master to thank him for his kindness. Everyone had chosen two or three highly respected people to represent them, and they were already waiting outside the manor.
Seeing Qiao Xingbang nod, Liu Ming let someone in.
The leader was a middle-aged man in his forties. He cultivated all year round. His complexion was dark, and although he was thin, he was very energetic.
After saying a few words of thanks, he brought the people behind him and respectfully kowtowed three times to Qiao Xingbang and Gu Jingshu.
After lunch, he went back to his bedroom to rest. Qiao Yunxi received a few posts from Mammy Feng. They were all from the porter when he left the house today. They were several invitation posts for her to a party.
Ever since Qiao Jinwen accidentally found out that her ancestral home was Gu Family in western Sichuan, there were many such posts.
Qiao Yunxi politely rejected the invitation, explaining the situation of the Eastern Campus. He promised that after the Eastern Campus was renovated, he would invite everyone to a party.
The next morning, Qiao Yunxi was called out by Forsythia. After packing up, he had breakfast and got into the carriage in a daze.
The carriage was specially custom-made for Qiao Yunxi by Gu Jingshu. It looked very ordinary outside, but there was a lot of space inside. It was equipped with a high-luxury carriage comparable to a high-speed railway, so it was low-key and luxurious.
Today, her classmates were much more courteous to Qiao Xi. Even during the recess program-Flowerrope Flipping, there were a few more friends who participated. Moreover, their words were much softer than the previous days. Although there was still obvious disdain, there was less direct confrontation.
He didn’t know if it was because she had temporarily moved out of the Qiao Clan, but Gu Jingshu’s style was completely different from before. She had changed her usual low-key style. Although she wasn’t too flashy, she had intentionally or unintentionally revealed her confidence in being rich.
Just like what Qiao Yunxi was wearing today was a jacket made of Shu brocade from Shu Embroidery Pavilion, The bright red color made her fair and delicate face. The flower head was a flower from the palace. It was custom-made in Yu Linglong. It was not an ordinary silk flower, but a silk flower made from Hangzhou silk after special treatment. It sprayed a faint fragrance of flowers. It was not pungent. As Qiao Yunxi walked, it emitted a faint fragrance of flowers. It was very fresh.
Qiao Yunxi changed his usual elegance. He wore a pair of pearl earrings on his earlobe and a pig-shaped golden jade around his neck.
Qiao Xi was a pig. When she was born, her grandfather had specially ordered people to make it. It was said that she had invited a high-ranking Taoist monk to open up the door. Previously, because Qiao Jinwen always liked to dress plainly, under her deliberate guidance, Qiao Xi’s clothes were also very elegant. Not to mention the unnecessary accessories, even slightly brighter colored materials would not be worn on her body.
In addition, Old Madame Qiao had praised Qiao Jinwen’s attire many times, and Qiao Xi, who was eager to get her grandmother’s praise, imitated her with all her might.
In the afternoon, Qiao Jinwen brought Qiao Ningdai to Qiao Yunxi’s room. Seeing her dress, her eyes flashed.
“Qiao Qiao, why are you dressed so solemnly today?” He looked at Qiao Yunxi’s earlobe intentionally or unintentionally.
In the dynasty, pearls weren’t rare, but those of Qiao Yunxi’s color and size were boutiques, not something that could be bought with silver.
As far as she knew, Qiao Yunxi had a box of such pearls that her uncle had sent her. Gu Jingshu made a set of pearl noodles and a pearl shirt for Qiao Yunxi.
“Mother said that I should dress up happily at such a young age. This way, people will like me.” Qiao Yunxi said solemnly.
His face was still so serious that it was expressionless.
“That’s true,” Qiao Jinwen nodded in agreement. “Qiao Qiao’s outfit today is very suitable for you. She looks very likeable.”
“Qiao Qiao is indeed suitable for gorgeous colors. Look at this little face, it’s red. I really want to take a bite.” Qiao Ningdai pinched Qiao Yunxi’s face exaggeratedly.
Qiao Yunxi frowned in pain and avoided Qiao Ningdai’s claws.
Qiao Jinwen’s expression was unclear.
Logically speaking, such a gorgeous and flamboyant red color, not to mention a child, even adults couldn’t control it, but wearing it on Qiao Yunxi’s body, not only wasn’t it vulgar, but it made her beautiful features even more charming.
At such a young age, how could he return the favor when he was older?
Qiao Jinwen knew how to compare looks. She couldn’t compare to Qiao Yunxi. Fourth Fang wasn’t as rich as eldest branch and didn’t have any extra money to buy jewelry for her. Therefore, if she wanted to trample Qiao Yunxi under her feet, she could only use other methods.
Qiao Family was a merchant with a smell of bronze. Fourth Fang followed the path of the Imperial Examination, or at least the path of a scholar. Therefore, Qiao Jinwen had customized it to be an “immortal”.
What was an immortal?
No cannibalism is an immortal!
It was an immortal that was not moved by wealth!
Therefore, her white clothes were ethereal, and she had a plain face with a clear and lofty pride.
She was young and had good skin. Her facial features were not as beautiful as Qiao Yunxi’s, but she was also exquisite. Coupled with her graceful demeanor and elegance in her movements, she was not only famous in the world, even in Jincheng, she was an existence that everyone looked up to.
Under the intentional guidance of her and her mother, Qiao Yunxi felt inferior, awkward, and unpleasant. Coupled with his inappropriate attire, Qiao Yunxi had become a forgotten existence over time.
Originally, everything was moving towards their desired goal, but now, something unexpected happened.
They didn’t know why the people from the Changfang Clan wanted to transform the Eastern Courtyard, but after learning two big characters, they were about to get out of the study. They really dared to think about it.
Just Qiao Xi, that elm head, could write a few words!
Do you still expect her to be the top scholar in the exam and shine brightly on our ancestors?
“Hey, this pair of pearl earrings Qiao Qiao wore was sent by Uncle Gu a few years ago, right?” Qiao Ningdai asked unintentionally.
Lian Qiao glanced at Qiao Yunxi and said on her behalf, “Fifth Miss Hui, my young miss is wearing the Hainan Pearl sent by my uncle the year before yesterday.”
“I told you, only the Hainan Pearl can be so round and sparkling. I remember that Uncle Gu gave me a box, right?”
Seeing Qiao Yunxi nod her head, Qiao Ningdai said unintentionally, “Pearls are better than gold and silver. Grandmother once said that pearls are elegant and low-key. They don’t smell like gold and silver jewelry, but they are more pleasing than gold and silver. Last time, grandmother also said that she would ask Uncle Gu to help her find a box of pearls. Grandmother wants to make a set of noodles.”
He looked at Qiao Yunxi intentionally or unintentionally.
After all, he was just a child, and he couldn’t be unhappy. What was in his heart, his face naturally revealed.
“My uncle is lucky to have such a box. I will tell him to see if he can find a box for grandmother.”
“It’s almost the end of the year. I wonder if I’ll be able to come in time,” sighed Qiao Ningdai. “Grandmother was still thinking that she would wear a set of pearl noodles and show her face in front of her friends and relatives at the end of the year.”
Qiao Ningdai said excitedly, but there wasn’t any reaction. She couldn’t hold her breath anymore and finally said clearly, “Oh right, Qiao Qiao, don’t you have a set of pearl noodles over there? It’s a good time to honor grandmother.”
“But, is that okay?” Qiao Yunxi said hesitantly.
“Of course,” she said, realizing that she was anxious. She paused for a moment before pretending to say, “Giving gifts to someone you like the most is the best.”
“But, my pearl noodles are customized according to my condition. Is it suitable for grandmother?” Qiao Yunxi asked deliberately.
Qiao Jinwen poked Qiao Ningdai’s forehead and said, “It’s definitely inappropriate. Your Fifth Sister is just saying that. Why would Grandmother want your pearl head? Auntie made it specially for you. The style is not suitable for Grandmother. However …”
“If Qiao Qiao had the heart, she would definitely find a box of Hainan Pearls for grandmother. Grandmother has repeated it several times this year. If Qiao Qiao did it, grandmother would be very happy. Perhaps, she would even praise you.”
Qiao Yunxi curled his lips.
She’s not really stupid.
A box of Hainan Pearls in exchange for a few insignificant compliments, really thought that her money was blown by a strong wind.
Seeing Qiao Yunxi bite her lips and not speak, Qiao Jinwen did not urge her. With her understanding of Qiao Yunxi, this idiot must have taken it to heart. As for how to get a box of Hainan pearls, hehe, there are so many pearls in that set of pearl heads and pearl shirts, just open a few and you can get a box.
The two sisters exchanged a glance. It was already unsightly to see this box of pearls. If this idiot did not obediently deliver it to them, then he could only show filial piety to the Old Ancestor.
“By the way, Qiao Qiao, is it convenient for eldest branch to live in the manor now?” Qiao Ningdai put on a worried expression. “Grandmother is very unhappy.”
“Is there something wrong?” Qiao Xi asked blankly.
Qiao Ningdai nodded at the tip of Qiao Xi’s nose. “Think about it, Zhuangzi is Auntie’s dowry. The Qiao Clan’s courtyard doesn’t stop there. She lives in Auntie’s manor. I know, I understand it’s because of special reasons. I didn’t know. I thought that Auntie and Auntie had a conflict, so Auntie took you away.” Grandmother is also distressed by the long bedroom, afraid that the bad rumors outside will affect you. ”
“Then what should I do?”
Sure enough, he took the bait.
Qiao Jinwen tucked her lips into a handkerchief to conceal the curvature of her lips.
“Qiao Family has his own inn. It won’t be much of a problem for your family to stay there for a while.” Qiao Ningdai suggested.