The streets were very lively, the new emperor had ascended the throne, and the decree regarding Enke had been issued a few days ago.
It also reduced taxes for one year in various places, encouraged officials in various places to recommend poor students to enter the Imperial College, etc.
The capital city is prosperous. When passing by a small bridge, you can still see people placing lanterns under the bridge to pray for blessings. What many people repeat over and over again is nothing more than peace and prosperity for the country and the people.
Jiang Qing rarely strolled down the street like this. It was such a long road, walking under the eaves that protected it from the wind and rain, watching the pedestrians coming and going, those carrying lamps and carrying burdens, selling pancakes and flowers.
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The evening breeze blew slowly, and the willow branches swaying by the river brought a refreshing fragrance. She felt that this moment was peaceful and beautiful, and she wished that this road could be longer.
However, not long after, they turned into Zhuangyuan Street. The place was resplendent, with rows of high-hanging lights illuminating the street, making the whole street look like daylight.
Pedestrians come and go on the street, most of them dressed in rich and noble clothes, or students in small groups, or arty young men and buddies.
She recognized some of them, but when they saw her, they were so frightened that they stood aside.
Before she could understand, she saw the man bowing from a distance and bowing to Lu Yunhong: "Master Lu, would you like to take your family out for a walk?"
Lu Yunhong nodded slightly, and the man said again: "Then you take your time and stroll around, I won't disturb you."
Soon, the shopkeepers from the surrounding shops came out to welcome him, and they were extremely respectful.
Lu Yunhong ordered: "Everyone go and do your work. There is no need to say hello."
In this way, the shopkeepers restrained themselves, but they did not dare to go far. Looking at their diligent faces, it seemed that it was an honor to serve Lu Yunhong.
In the past, Jiang Qing came here like a spoiled customer. She didn't even need to go shopping. Whatever she liked, the merchants would bring it to her for her to choose from.
And after choosing and choosing, the so-called treasures are nothing more than that.
It was the first time for her to actually go shopping like this. Everything she saw felt very novel, and she even wanted to buy a small lucky bag worth five cents.
Wang Xiu didn't restrain them at all, and would encourage them to buy things, even if they were just some novel gadgets.
Jiang Qing bought a stuffed tiger and two lucky bags. She was very happy.
Lu Yunzhu also joked with her that even her dimples made her laugh. She was so frightened that she quickly reached out to touch it, which made everyone burst into laughter.
When Jiang Qing saw that Pei Shan also pursed his lips, he immediately lowered his head in embarrassment.
After shopping for a while, they entered a jewelry store.
There was nothing she liked, but she saw Wang Xiu holding a simulated peony flower and looking at it. It had a light blue base, carmine red petals, and tiny pearls sewn on it, just like the early morning rain and dew.
The flowers were very beautiful, but the boss asked for two taels of silver. But when paying, she saw Wang Xiu giving three taels.
The boss held the money in his hands and said thank you, smiling from ear to ear.
Wang Xiu pointed it out directly: "Stop pretending, it's not easy for you to do business. Two taels of silver is just the purchase price."
The boss was immediately moved and said: "Mrs. Lu, you know everything, but we didn't lose money by selling it for two taels of silver. But once you wear it out, I don't know how good the business of my little shop will be."
"Master Lu allows us to do business on this street. We don't have to worry about local gangsters all year round, and we don't have to worry about credit from those powerful people. Whenever there are bad debts that will not be repaid, Manager Geng will personally stand up for us."
"What can we say? You are so considerate and refuse to accept even the slightest favor. It really puts us to shame."
The boss said, his eyes red.
Wang Xiudao: "If you give away one tael today, someone will give away ten taels tomorrow. If things continue like this, will you still be able to do this business?"
"Since we are opening a store, if you earn a little, I will be happy with the purchases, and everyone will be happy."
"Okay, go ahead and greet the other guests, we have to go shopping elsewhere."
The boss nodded repeatedly, but when sending them out, he still gave each of the three girls an agate bracelet.
She didn't ask for it, but the boss insisted that it was a gift for them. It would be best if Wang Xiu let them take it.
The agate bracelet was not expensive. Jiang Qing secretly thought that the boss should not have lost much.
After wandering around for a while, Wang Xiu and Lu Yunhong rested in the teahouse. Pei Shan led them to continue shopping. Except for the other two rough ladies, there was no one else around.
Jiang Qing was a little worried at first, and she didn't enjoy her shopping very much.
Until Pei Shan walked up to her and said, "Don't worry, my master's people are all on this street, and everything will be fine."
As he spoke, he pointed to the man guarding the alley.
Without exception, they all knew Pei Shan and nodded from a distance, apparently paying attention to their movements.
Jiang Qing slowly breathed a sigh of relief and mustered up the courage to say to Pei Shan, "This is my first time coming out and walking around on the street like this."
Pei Shan nodded and said, "I can see it."
Jiang Qing asked in a low voice: "Then am I useless?"
Pei Shan raised his eyes and looked at Jiang Qing with some surprise.
Jiang Qing blushed, her eyes flickered, and she said embarrassedly: "What are you looking at me for?"
Pei Shan noticed the abruptness, quickly looked away, and said calmly: "Nothing?"
Jiang Qing said "Oh" in frustration, and the two of them didn't know what to say for a while.
The atmosphere was a little awkward, and Wang Xiu, who was not far away, was worried for them.
Fortunately, Pei Shan spoke quickly. He said to Jiang Qing: "I heard from my wife that the second young lady is well-read in poetry and books and is extremely knowledgeable. She is also proficient in women's red and her embroidery is stunning. How could it be useless?"
Jiang Qing's face turned red, and her original depressed mood was suddenly replaced by a rising emotion. Her chest became full and filled with a hint of sweetness.
She raised her head again, her sweet smile was like a rose blooming at night, which was unforgettable.
Pei Shan was stunned for a moment and quickly looked away.
Immediately, they entered an antique shop together.
In the teahouse, Wang Xiu rubbed his hands happily and said excitedly: "There's a show!"
Lu Yunhong poured tea for her and said with a playful smile: "Oh? How did you tell?"
Wang Xiu took the initiative to sit next to him and said happily: "Because Pei Shan did not choose to stand outside. If it was normal and he was not interested at all, he would not enter the store."
Lu Yunhong also guessed it, so he was very unhappy and snorted: "You really know Pei Shan very well!"
Wang Xiu hooked his neck, as if to whisper, but actually kissed him secretly.
But she left quickly, just looked at him and smiled: "Master Lu, are you still jealous?"
Lu Yunhong looked at her sparkling eyes, a smile slowly appeared from the corner of his mouth, but he said angrily: "Is this enough?"
Wang Xiu said in a good mood: "Can I go back and make up for it?"
After Lu Yunhong heard this, he said with satisfaction: "Then I will consider preparing more betrothal gifts for Pei Shan!"
Wang Xiu smiled and said, "That's right. We are a family."
Lu Yunhong was noncommittal. He looked at his wife who was smiling in front of him and felt that everything he did was worth it.
Not far away, Pei Shan was walking further and further with three girls.
Lu Yunhong signaled Geng Su to follow quietly for protection, while he concentrated on guarding his little wife.
As they approached the Qixi Bridge, Jiang Qing suddenly let out a "yeah" sound.
Pei Shan asked: "What's wrong?"
Jiang Qing pointed to the two people who came together not far away and said in shock: "That's not Mr. Lu and..."
The other one is Zheng Sihan. Because she is so familiar, Jiang Qing dare not call her by name directly.
Who knew that Pei Shan just glanced at her and quickly pulled her over, pulling her down the pillar under the eaves and behind her.
In addition, he said to the two girls from the Lu family in the shop: "Don't move here, I'll go find the master!"
After saying that, he said to Jiang Qing: "Go in quickly and pretend you didn't see anything. That's not my master!"
After Pei Shan finished speaking, he left in a hurry.
Lu Yunyuan and Lu Yunzhu thought he was in an emergency and quickly called Jiang Qing in.
But Jiang Qing was sensitive to the fact that Pei Shan didn't want the two girls from the Lu family to see the man who looked very much like Lu Yunhong, so she quickly pulled them and said, "I want to choose some bracelets. I can buy them without wearing them."
If you can reward someone, please help me take a look."