The next day, Hua Zhuo invited Zhuang Jing over again. Wei Shi was about to leave, and Zhuang Jing was going to follow. She and Zhuang Jing didn't have many days to get along with each other, and if they could get together, it would be a day. It’s not as simple as just sitting around chatting.
Hua Zhuo watched Qiqiao glance at Ah Fu from time to time, and then smiled and said: "Mommy, let Ah Fu come with us for a walk." Then he asked Chen Ning to stay alone to look at the carriage.
Zhuang Jing was immediately embarrassed, but thanks to the curtain and hat, no one could see the embarrassment on her face.
Seeing this scene, Aunt Liu's eyes wrinkled. Her young lady Jin Gui's body couldn't just be crowded with people like this in the lobby.
Hua Zhuo laughed and hit Zhuang Jing, saying, "You talk too much, who is your second sister-in-law?"
"Sister Cheng's birthday will be in five days. Since she invited me, I can't be scornful of her. I want to choose a gift that is worthy of recognition and send it to her. You are more familiar with this city than me. Do you know any jade shops? Fairer?"
As soon as he entered the door, a maid came to greet him. He bowed to Jin Sheng and said, "Second shopkeeper, the third east room is ready. You can invite the guests in."
Bixi thought about it for a while, and she would have to live by Hua Zhuo's face in the future. If she doesn't fawn over her now, she also smiled and said: "I was just joking, I didn't want to make the lady unhappy. I'll just eat for a while, forget it." On my head, although I am frugal, it is only for my wife. When I should be generous, I must not be ambiguous."
Bixi was also obedient. After being glared at by Aunt Liu, she automatically retreated to a corner of the carriage and stayed with Qiqiao, Baxiu, and Mei Xian and Lan Xian beside Zhuang Jing, and stopped interfering indiscriminately to please them. Qiqiao and Baxiu didn't pay much attention to her, but Mei Xian and Lan Xian were friendly with her and moved aside to make some room for her.
Hua Zhuo saw that Mei Xian was timid and would not even dare to talk to strangers, so he sent the carefree Ba Xiu over. Baxiu quickly agreed. Seeing her happy look, she almost cheered. She was obviously a foodie.
Jin Sheng smiled and said, "I'd like to lend you my lady's kind words."
Good scenery, good tea, this Jinshitang is indeed a good place. But... Hua Zhuo looked at the picture of beauty under the moon on the wall. He was shocked and crazy. His expression had already changed drastically. Fortunately, the curtain and hat had not been taken off, so he didn't let anyone see it.
"Miss, it's too crowded in front of Jinshi Hall and the carriage can't pass."
Zhuang Jing already knew that she would leave Beijing and go home in a few days. She felt quite reluctant to leave Beijing and her face looked a little sad. But when Hua Zhuo asked, shopping was her favorite, so she became energetic again. He said excitedly: "You want to give sister Cheng a piece of jade? The Jinshitang in Beijing is the most famous one. Many wealthy people fall in love with buying jade there. There are also various gemstones, Shoushan stones, pigeon blood stones, etc. The goods are genuine and fair. but."
The two girls were joking and making a fuss while Grandma Liu watched from the side, smiling from ear to ear, but she still didn't forget to glare at Bi Xi. Since she knew that Webster had left Bixi behind, Nanny Liu felt disgusted when looking at her, and she also felt a little dissatisfied with Webster, but the young lady agreed, and she had no choice but to remind Bixi to keep her duty at all times.
"Go, go, go, if you don't have any, just flatter my second sister-in-law now."
Ah Fu was so happy that he ran over and bowed to him repeatedly.
Bixi was also obedient. After being glared at by Aunt Liu, she automatically retreated to a corner of the carriage and stayed with Qiqiao, Baxiu, and Mei Xian and Lan Xian beside Zhuang Jing, and stopped interfering indiscriminately to please them. Qiqiao and Baxiu didn't pay much attention to her, but Mei Xian and Lan Xian were friendly with her and moved aside to make some room for her.
Jinshi Hall was right next to Taiye Pond, but some distance away from the old residence. Hua Zhuo had someone prepare a carriage, and after explaining to Wei Shi, he took Zhuang Jing out.
"Then let's go to Jinshi Hall today. If there is anything you like, just tell me and it will be my farewell gift to you."
Jin Sheng turned sideways, making a gesture of invitation, and then took half a step ahead, still half sideways, and said as he walked: "I think this is the first time for ladies to come back, so they don't know the rules. Come back later, Just turn to the back door. When noble people like ladies come to our hall, they will naturally be taken care of by private rooms, so there is no need to crowd the hall."
Qiqiao seemed to be aware of it, her pretty face suddenly turned red, and she muttered to herself: Miss, what are you looking at me for? But because there were so many people, I was too embarrassed to ask.
Zhuang Jing stuck out her tongue. She had only heard that the stones in Jinshitang were good. This was the first time she came back, and she was really impressed by Huazhuo.
"I'm afraid there are too many people here today and there are no seats inside. Why not let Mei Xian go get a seat first." Bixi said cautiously.
"Who else is it if it's not you? If you don't want to be my second sister-in-law, I'll tell my second brother later, don't regret it." Zhuang Jing was not afraid of her, she looked like she had the handle, she was triumphant and tilted her head. Eyes said again: "If you don't want me to tell my second brother what snacks I want to eat later, you have to buy them for me."
Hua Zhuo nodded, stopped and let Nanny Liu go in first.
The driver was Ah Fu. When Grandma Liu got out of the car, she told him to guard the carriage and not run out to play. Ah Fu nodded and said that he was not going anywhere and must have watched the carriage.
Jinshi Hall was right next to Taiye Pond, but some distance away from the old residence. Hua Zhuo had someone prepare a carriage, and after explaining to Wei Shi, he took Zhuang Jing out.
"Sister Cheng's birthday will be in five days. Since she invited me, I can't be scornful of her. I want to choose a gift that is worthy of recognition and send it to her. You are more familiar with this city than me. Do you know any jade shops? Fairer?"
Jin Sheng turned around and said, "You two ladies, please come this way."
Hua Zhuo didn't think it was anything, and said calmly: "Your store thinks about people's needs and is anxious about people's needs. Being so considerate will naturally lead to a prosperous business and abundant financial resources."
When she said this, Zhuang Jing was so happy that she couldn't see her eyes.
"Near Jinshi Hall, there is a bakery shop that is also very good. It is elegantly decorated. There are also private rooms in the backyard. Tea is served and you can listen to music." Zhuang Jing's eyes were shining, so why would she be able to go shopping? If you can only visit Jinshitang, not just one street, you should at least visit half of the street's shops. "There is also a silk and satin shop nearby. I heard that a new batch of materials has been brought in, but I don't know if it has been robbed. … And there’s more…”
Hua Zhuo smiled and said: "You only have such a small stomach. Even if the pastry shop is open for you to eat, how much can you eat? Bixi is afraid that you will insist on holding on and eat up your stomach. Oh, let you be like this He said, I feel greedy too. After coming out of Jinshitang, we will go to the pastry shop you mentioned. Everything we eat today is mine. Not only do I have to eat it, but I also have to take it back in a bag. .”
Ah Fu was so happy that he ran over and bowed to him repeatedly.
The lines painted on the beauty's sleeves are actually... exactly like the lines printed on a phoenix pendant dipped in cinnabar.
"Miss, it's too crowded in front of Jinshi Hall and the carriage can't pass."
The lines painted on the beauty's sleeves are actually... exactly like the lines printed on a phoenix pendant dipped in cinnabar.
Hua Zhuo laughed and hit Zhuang Jing, saying, "You talk too much, who is your second sister-in-law?"
"Baxiu, let's go too. The two of us can be companions, so that Mei Xian won't be bored by herself."
Qiqiao seemed to be aware of it, her pretty face suddenly turned red, and she muttered to herself: Miss, what are you looking at me for? But because there were so many people, I was too embarrassed to ask.
"Miss, there are so many things you like, but I'm afraid the money Madam gave you is not enough." After hearing this, Bixi pretended to be sad.
The next day, Hua Zhuo invited Zhuang Jing over again. Wei Shi was about to leave, and Zhuang Jing was going to follow. She and Zhuang Jing didn't have many days to get along with each other, and if they could get together, it would be a day. It’s not as simple as just sitting around chatting.
Jin Sheng turned sideways, making a gesture of invitation, and then took half a step ahead, still half sideways, and said as he walked: "I think this is the first time for ladies to come back, so they don't know the rules. Come back later, Just turn to the back door. When noble people like ladies come to our hall, they will naturally be taken care of by private rooms, so there is no need to crowd the hall."
"Then let's go to Jinshi Hall today. If there is anything you like, just tell me and it will be my farewell gift to you."
After a while, a person who looked like a shopkeeper followed Grandma Liu out. He bowed and saluted and said, "I am Jin Sheng, the second shopkeeper of Jinshitang. There are many people in the hall today. Please go to the back door. The shop is ready." A room for the two young ladies to rest."
"Then let's go to Jinshi Hall today. If there is anything you like, just tell me and it will be my farewell gift to you."
The two girls were joking and making a fuss while Grandma Liu watched from the side, smiling from ear to ear, but she still didn't forget to glare at Bi Xi. Since she knew that Webster had left Bixi behind, Nanny Liu felt disgusted when looking at her, and she also felt a little dissatisfied with Webster, but the young lady agreed, and she had no choice but to remind Bixi to keep her duty at all times.
Because Wei Shi knew that his daughter would definitely come back with a lot of bags when she went shopping, and Zhuang Jing didn't have much pocket money. Although Hua Zhuo was her chosen daughter-in-law, she hadn't married yet, so it was hard to get married. She wanted to spend her money first, so she specially ordered Bixi to follow her and stuffed another hundred taels of silver into her money for flowers.
The next day, Hua Zhuo invited Zhuang Jing over again. Wei Shi was about to leave, and Zhuang Jing was going to follow. She and Zhuang Jing didn't have many days to get along with each other, and if they could get together, it would be a day. It’s not as simple as just sitting around chatting.
Zhuang Jing knew that Bixi was just teasing her about being too greedy, so she retorted: "I just don't want to buy it, it's done." Then she turned to Hua Zhuo and said: "Mo ignore her, because of her petty attitude, she is afraid that I will use it." He stole her personal money."
Because Wei Shi knew that his daughter would definitely come back with a lot of bags when she went shopping, and Zhuang Jing didn't have much pocket money. Although Hua Zhuo was her chosen daughter-in-law, she hadn't married yet, so it was hard to get married. She wanted to spend her money first, so she specially ordered Bixi to follow her and stuffed another hundred taels of silver into her money for flowers.
Hua Zhuo nodded, stopped and let Nanny Liu go in first.
Hua Zhuo smiled and said: "You only have such a small stomach. Even if the pastry shop is open for you to eat, how much can you eat? Bixi is afraid that you will insist on holding on and eat up your stomach. Oh, let you be like this He said, I feel greedy too. After coming out of Jinshitang, we will go to the pastry shop you mentioned. Everything we eat today is mine. Not only do I have to eat it, but I also have to take it back in a bag. .”
The driver was Ah Fu. When Grandma Liu got out of the car, she told him to guard the carriage and not run out to play. Ah Fu nodded and said that he was not going anywhere and must have watched the carriage.
Zhuang Jing knew that Bixi was just teasing her about being too greedy, so she retorted: "I just don't want to buy it, it's done." Then she turned to Hua Zhuo and said: "Mo ignore her, because of her petty attitude, she is afraid that I will use it." He stole her personal money."
Qiqiao opened the curtain and looked outside, then turned around and said, "Miss, there are indeed many people. Let's get out of the car and walk."
The two girls went hand in hand, and Grandma Liu asked Ah Fu to clear the way in front. Then several people stood guard beside Hua Zhuo and Zhuang Jing, and slowly walked towards Jinshi Hall. After a while, when they got close, Hua Zhuo knew Why can't the carriage stop here? It's all because there are too many people coming in and out. There are also rows of sedans parked on both sides of the street outside. I'm afraid there is no place to stay, so there is nowhere to stop and get off.
"I'm afraid there are too many people here today and there are no seats inside. Why not let Mei Xian go get a seat first." Bixi said cautiously.
Jin Sheng smiled and said, "I'd like to lend you my lady's kind words."
Hua Zhuo smiled and said: "You only have such a small stomach. Even if the pastry shop is open for you to eat, how much can you eat? Bixi is afraid that you will insist on holding on and eat up your stomach. Oh, let you be like this He said, I feel greedy too. After coming out of Jinshitang, we will go to the pastry shop you mentioned. Everything we eat today is mine. Not only do I have to eat it, but I also have to take it back in a bag. .”
"It's quite secluded here."
As soon as he entered the door, a maid came to greet him. He bowed to Jin Sheng and said, "Second shopkeeper, the third east room is ready. You can invite the guests in."
When she said this, Zhuang Jing was so happy that she couldn't see her eyes.
"Near Jinshi Hall, there is a bakery shop that is also very good. It is elegantly decorated. There are also private rooms in the backyard. Tea is served and you can listen to music." Zhuang Jing's eyes were shining, so why would she be able to go shopping? If you can only visit Jinshitang, not just one street, you should at least visit half of the street's shops. "There is also a silk and satin shop nearby. I heard that a new batch of materials has been brought in, but I don't know if it has been robbed. … And there’s more…”
After a while, a person who looked like a shopkeeper followed Grandma Liu out. He bowed and saluted and said, "I am Jin Sheng, the second shopkeeper of Jinshitang. There are many people in the hall today. Please go to the back door. The shop is ready." A room for the two young ladies to rest."
Hua Zhuo couldn't help but glance at Qiqiao again.
Bixi thought about it for a while, and she would have to live by Hua Zhuo's face in the future. If she doesn't fawn over her now, she also smiled and said: "I was just joking, I didn't want to make the lady unhappy. I'll just eat for a while, forget it." On my head, although I am frugal, it is only for my wife. When I should be generous, I must not be ambiguous."
Hua Zhuo nodded, stopped and let Nanny Liu go in first.
"Of course I want to buy it, and I need to buy more. If I don't plug your little cherry mouth, I won't know what to say in a while."
Zhuang Jing already knew that she would leave Beijing and go home in a few days. She felt quite reluctant to leave Beijing and her face looked a little sad. But when Hua Zhuo asked, shopping was her favorite, so she became energetic again. He said excitedly: "You want to give sister Cheng a piece of jade? The Jinshitang in Beijing is the most famous one. Many wealthy people fall in love with buying jade there. There are also various gemstones, Shoushan stones, pigeon blood stones, etc. The goods are genuine and fair. but."
"Go, go, go, if you don't have any, just flatter my second sister-in-law now."
Ah Fu was so happy that he ran over and bowed to him repeatedly.
Now is the time when every house in every government is buying up New Year's goods. The streets are bustling with people, especially the streets surrounding Taiye Pond. After more than half an hour, he stopped in an empty alley near Jinshi Hall.
Now is the time when every house in every government is buying up New Year's goods. The streets are bustling with people, especially the streets surrounding Taiye Pond. After more than half an hour, he stopped in an empty alley near Jinshi Hall.
Zhuang Jing seized the opportunity and immediately teased him back, causing Bi Xi's face to turn red, and she secretly glanced at Hua Zhuo, too embarrassed to speak anymore.
Jin Sheng smiled and said, "I'd like to lend you my lady's kind words."
"Yes, yes, Mei Xian, you go and grab a seat first." Zhuang Jing nodded quickly.
Hua Zhuo smiled and said: "You only have such a small stomach. Even if the pastry shop is open for you to eat, how much can you eat? Bixi is afraid that you will insist on holding on and eat up your stomach. Oh, let you be like this He said, I feel greedy too. After coming out of Jinshitang, we will go to the pastry shop you mentioned. Everything we eat today is mine. Not only do I have to eat it, but I also have to take it back in a bag. .”
Hua Zhuo smiled and said: "You only have such a small stomach. Even if the pastry shop is open for you to eat, how much can you eat? Bixi is afraid that you will insist on holding on and eat up your stomach. Oh, let you be like this He said, I feel greedy too. After coming out of Jinshitang, we will go to the pastry shop you mentioned. Everything we eat today is mine. Not only do I have to eat it, but I also have to take it back in a bag. .”
Hua Zhuo nodded, stopped and let Nanny Liu go in first.
Zhuang Jing knew that Bixi was just teasing her about being too greedy, so she retorted: "I just don't want to buy it, it's done." Then she turned to Hua Zhuo and said: "Mo ignore her, because of her petty attitude, she is afraid that I will use it." He stole her personal money."
Hua Zhuo laughed and hit Zhuang Jing, saying, "You talk too much, who is your second sister-in-law?"
After a while, a person who looked like a shopkeeper followed Grandma Liu out. He bowed and saluted and said, "I am Jin Sheng, the second shopkeeper of Jinshitang. There are many people in the hall today. Please go to the back door. The shop is ready." A room for the two young ladies to rest."
"It's quite secluded here."
Hua Zhuo laughed and hit Zhuang Jing, saying, "You talk too much, who is your second sister-in-law?"
After a while, a person who looked like a shopkeeper followed Grandma Liu out. He bowed and saluted and said, "I am Jin Sheng, the second shopkeeper of Jinshitang. There are many people in the hall today. Please go to the back door. The shop is ready." A room for the two young ladies to rest."
Jin Sheng turned sideways, making a gesture of invitation, and then took half a step ahead, still half sideways, and said as he walked: "I think this is the first time for ladies to come back, so they don't know the rules. Come back later, Just turn to the back door. When noble people like ladies come to our hall, they will naturally be taken care of by private rooms, so there is no need to crowd the hall."
Bixi thought about it for a while, and she would have to live by Hua Zhuo's face in the future. If she doesn't fawn over her now, she also smiled and said: "I was just joking, I didn't want to make the lady unhappy. I'll just eat for a while, forget it." On my head, although I am frugal, it is only for my wife. When I should be generous, I must not be ambiguous."
Hua Zhuo saw that Mei Xian was timid and would not even dare to talk to strangers, so he sent the carefree Ba Xiu over. Baxiu quickly agreed. Seeing her happy look, she almost cheered. She was obviously a foodie.
"Who else is it if it's not you? If you don't want to be my second sister-in-law, I'll tell my second brother later, don't regret it." Zhuang Jing was not afraid of her, she looked like she had the handle, she was triumphant and tilted her head. Eyes said again: "If you don't want me to tell my second brother what snacks I want to eat later, you have to buy them for me."
"Of course I want to buy it, and I need to buy more. If I don't plug your little cherry mouth, I won't know what to say in a while."
Turning to the east and bypassing a rockery, an elegant room appeared in front of Hua Zhuo. It had green tiles and red walls, and leaning against the corner, several white plum blossoms were blooming.
Hua Zhuo smiled and said: "You only have such a small stomach. Even if the pastry shop is open for you to eat, how much can you eat? Bixi is afraid that you will insist on holding on and eat up your stomach. Oh, let you be like this He said, I feel greedy too. After coming out of Jinshitang, we will go to the pastry shop you mentioned. Everything we eat today is mine. Not only do I have to eat it, but I also have to take it back in a bag. .”
"Of course I want to buy it, and I need to buy more. If I don't plug your little cherry mouth, I won't know what to say in a while."
Hua Zhuo entered the house and saw that the furnishings inside were simple but elegant. There was a picture of a beauty under the moon hanging on the wall. He didn't know what kind of incense was burning in the incense burner. The smell just made people feel relaxed and happy. The tables, chairs and floors were clean. , in the corner, several fire pots exude endless warmth. The window next to it was slightly opened halfway to let in some air, and revealed a corner of the rockery outside. It had sharp edges and corners, and a few dead vines were wrapped around it. It was also a beautiful sight.
"Miss, there are so many things you like, but I'm afraid the money Madam gave you is not enough." After hearing this, Bixi pretended to be sad.
Jin Sheng turned sideways, making a gesture of invitation, and then took half a step ahead, still half sideways, and said as he walked: "I think this is the first time for ladies to come back, so they don't know the rules. Come back later, Just turn to the back door. When noble people like ladies come to our hall, they will naturally be taken care of by private rooms, so there is no need to crowd the hall."
As soon as he entered the door, a maid came to greet him. He bowed to Jin Sheng and said, "Second shopkeeper, the third east room is ready. You can invite the guests in."
The two girls were joking and making a fuss while Grandma Liu watched from the side, smiling from ear to ear, but she still didn't forget to glare at Bi Xi. Since she knew that Webster had left Bixi behind, Nanny Liu felt disgusted when looking at her, and she also felt a little dissatisfied with Webster, but the young lady agreed, and she had no choice but to remind Bixi to keep her duty at all times.
When she said this, Zhuang Jing was so happy that she couldn't see her eyes.
Hua Zhuo watched Qiqiao glance at Ah Fu from time to time, and then smiled and said: "Mommy, let Ah Fu come with us for a walk." Then he asked Chen Ning to stay alone to look at the carriage.
Seeing this scene, Aunt Liu's eyes wrinkled. Her young lady Jin Gui's body couldn't just be crowded with people like this in the lobby.
The two girls were joking and making a fuss while Grandma Liu watched from the side, smiling from ear to ear, but she still didn't forget to glare at Bi Xi. Since she knew that Webster had left Bixi behind, Nanny Liu felt disgusted when looking at her, and she also felt a little dissatisfied with Webster, but the young lady agreed, and she had no choice but to remind Bixi to keep her duty at all times.
"Sister Cheng's birthday will be in five days. Since she invited me, I can't be scornful of her. I want to choose a gift that is worthy of recognition and send it to her. You are more familiar with this city than me. Do you know any jade shops? Fairer?"
In a few steps, we arrived at the back door, and when we turned in, we found a quite large courtyard with rockery corridors and well-proportioned courtyards. Although the grass and trees were withered, the layout was ingenious. You can see a scene within three steps, either through trees or trees. Borrowing rocks from the mountain or using small doors and windows to hide it, there are several elegant rooms interspersed in the middle, where you can rest and enjoy the scenery. It is quite the epitome of Jiangnan gardens.
Chen Ning's voice rang out from outside the carriage. Basically, no matter where Hua Zhuo went, he would lead people to follow him to fulfill his duty of guard. Although Hua Zhuo felt that there would be no danger in Beijing, he thought of his father's good intentions and specially Chen Ning was transferred from the city gate army to protect her. She didn't want to let down her father's wishes, so she left him alone. Fortunately, Chen Ning was a man of few words and was reassuring to use.
Seeing this scene, Aunt Liu's eyes wrinkled. Her young lady Jin Gui's body couldn't just be crowded with people like this in the lobby.
Qiqiao opened the curtain and looked outside, then turned around and said, "Miss, there are indeed many people. Let's get out of the car and walk."
The driver was Ah Fu. When Grandma Liu got out of the car, she told him to guard the carriage and not run out to play. Ah Fu nodded and said that he was not going anywhere and must have watched the carriage.
Bixi was also obedient. After being glared at by Aunt Liu, she automatically retreated to a corner of the carriage and stayed with Qiqiao, Baxiu, and Mei Xian and Lan Xian beside Zhuang Jing, and stopped interfering indiscriminately to please them. Qiqiao and Baxiu didn't pay much attention to her, but Mei Xian and Lan Xian were friendly with her and moved aside to make some room for her.
Hua Zhuo didn't think it was anything, and said calmly: "Your store thinks about people's needs and is anxious about people's needs. Being so considerate will naturally lead to a prosperous business and abundant financial resources."
Bixi was also obedient. After being glared at by Aunt Liu, she automatically retreated to a corner of the carriage and stayed with Qiqiao, Baxiu, and Mei Xian and Lan Xian beside Zhuang Jing, and stopped interfering indiscriminately to please them. Qiqiao and Baxiu didn't pay much attention to her, but Mei Xian and Lan Xian were friendly with her and moved aside to make some room for her.
"Miss, there are so many things you like, but I'm afraid the money Madam gave you is not enough." After hearing this, Bixi pretended to be sad.
Hua Zhuo laughed and hit Zhuang Jing, saying, "You talk too much, who is your second sister-in-law?"
After a while, a person who looked like a shopkeeper followed Grandma Liu out. He bowed and saluted and said, "I am Jin Sheng, the second shopkeeper of Jinshitang. There are many people in the hall today. Please go to the back door. The shop is ready." A room for the two young ladies to rest."
Hua Zhuo saw that Mei Xian was timid and would not even dare to talk to strangers, so he sent the carefree Ba Xiu over. Baxiu quickly agreed. Seeing her happy look, she almost cheered. She was obviously a foodie.
"Yes, yes, Mei Xian, you go and grab a seat first." Zhuang Jing nodded quickly.
Now is the time when every house in every government is buying up New Year's goods. The streets are bustling with people, especially the streets surrounding Taiye Pond. After more than half an hour, he stopped in an empty alley near Jinshi Hall.
"Of course I want to buy it, and I need to buy more. If I don't plug your little cherry mouth, I won't know what to say in a while."
Chen Ning's voice rang out from outside the carriage. Basically, no matter where Hua Zhuo went, he would lead people to follow him to fulfill his duty of guard. Although Hua Zhuo felt that there would be no danger in Beijing, he thought of his father's good intentions and specially Chen Ning was transferred from the city gate army to protect her. She didn't want to let down her father's wishes, so she left him alone. Fortunately, Chen Ning was a man of few words and was reassuring to use.
The lines painted on the beauty's sleeves are actually... exactly like the lines printed on a phoenix pendant dipped in cinnabar.
Zhuang Jing was immediately embarrassed, but thanks to the curtain and hat, no one could see the embarrassment on her face.
Qiqiao seemed to be aware of it, her pretty face suddenly turned red, and she muttered to herself: Miss, what are you looking at me for? But because there were so many people, I was too embarrassed to ask.
Hua Zhuo smiled and said: "You only have such a small stomach. Even if the pastry shop is open for you to eat, how much can you eat? Bixi is afraid that you will insist on holding on and eat up your stomach. Oh, let you be like this He said, I feel greedy too. After coming out of Jinshitang, we will go to the pastry shop you mentioned. Everything we eat today is mine. Not only do I have to eat it, but I also have to take it back in a bag. .”
"Miss, it's too crowded in front of Jinshi Hall and the carriage can't pass."
Qiqiao seemed to be aware of it, her pretty face suddenly turned red, and she muttered to herself: Miss, what are you looking at me for? But because there were so many people, I was too embarrassed to ask.
"Go, go, go, if you don't have any, just flatter my second sister-in-law now."
Ah Fu was so happy that he ran over and bowed to him repeatedly.
Chen Ning's voice rang out from outside the carriage. Basically, no matter where Hua Zhuo went, he would lead people to follow him to fulfill his duty of guard. Although Hua Zhuo felt that there would be no danger in Beijing, he thought of his father's good intentions and specially Chen Ning was transferred from the city gate army to protect her. She didn't want to let down her father's wishes, so she left him alone. Fortunately, Chen Ning was a man of few words and was reassuring to use.
Hua Zhuo nodded, and the girls each found their hats and put them on for her and Zhuang Jing. They also took their cloaks and surrounded them tightly before getting off the car one by one.
"Who else is it if it's not you? If you don't want to be my second sister-in-law, I'll tell my second brother later, don't regret it." Zhuang Jing was not afraid of her, she looked like she had the handle, she was triumphant and tilted her head. Eyes said again: "If you don't want me to tell my second brother what snacks I want to eat later, you have to buy them for me."
Qiqiao opened the curtain and looked outside, then turned around and said, "Miss, there are indeed many people. Let's get out of the car and walk."
"Baxiu, let's go too. The two of us can be companions, so that Mei Xian won't be bored by herself."
Hua Zhuo smiled and said: "You only have such a small stomach. Even if the pastry shop is open for you to eat, how much can you eat? Bixi is afraid that you will insist on holding on and eat up your stomach. Oh, let you be like this He said, I feel greedy too. After coming out of Jinshitang, we will go to the pastry shop you mentioned. Everything we eat today is mine. Not only do I have to eat it, but I also have to take it back in a bag. .”
The driver was Ah Fu. When Grandma Liu got out of the car, she told him to guard the carriage and not run out to play. Ah Fu nodded and said that he was not going anywhere and must have watched the carriage.
The two girls were joking and making a fuss while Grandma Liu watched from the side, smiling from ear to ear, but she still didn't forget to glare at Bi Xi. Since she knew that Webster had left Bixi behind, Nanny Liu felt disgusted when looking at her, and she also felt a little dissatisfied with Webster, but the young lady agreed, and she had no choice but to remind Bixi to keep her duty at all times.
"Yes, yes, Mei Xian, you go and grab a seat first." Zhuang Jing nodded quickly.
Jinshi Hall was right next to Taiye Pond, but some distance away from the old residence. Hua Zhuo had someone prepare a carriage, and after explaining to Wei Shi, he took Zhuang Jing out.
Hua Zhuo nodded, and the girls each found their hats and put them on for her and Zhuang Jing. They also took their cloaks and surrounded them tightly before getting off the car one by one.
Bixi was also obedient. After being glared at by Aunt Liu, she automatically retreated to a corner of the carriage and stayed with Qiqiao, Baxiu, and Mei Xian and Lan Xian beside Zhuang Jing, and stopped interfering indiscriminately to please them. Qiqiao and Baxiu didn't pay much attention to her, but Mei Xian and Lan Xian were friendly with her and moved aside to make some room for her.
Zhuang Jing was immediately embarrassed, but thanks to the curtain and hat, no one could see the embarrassment on her face.
The next day, Hua Zhuo invited Zhuang Jing over again. Wei Shi was about to leave, and Zhuang Jing was going to follow. She and Zhuang Jing didn't have many days to get along with each other, and if they could get together, it would be a day. It’s not as simple as just sitting around chatting.
"Miss, it's too crowded in front of Jinshi Hall and the carriage can't pass."
"Baxiu, let's go too. The two of us can be companions, so that Mei Xian won't be bored by herself."
Hua Zhuo nodded, stopped and let Nanny Liu go in first.
"Miss, let me go in and take a look first."
Zhuang Jing didn't notice the movement here. She stood on tiptoes and looked at the entrance of the alley for a while, then said excitedly: "Sister Zhuo'er, look, look, that's the pastry shop over there."
The driver was Ah Fu. When Grandma Liu got out of the car, she told him to guard the carriage and not run out to play. Ah Fu nodded and said that he was not going anywhere and must have watched the carriage.
"Near Jinshi Hall, there is a bakery shop that is also very good. It is elegantly decorated. There are also private rooms in the backyard. Tea is served and you can listen to music." Zhuang Jing's eyes were shining, so why would she be able to go shopping? If you can only visit Jinshitang, not just one street, you should at least visit half of the street's shops. "There is also a silk and satin shop nearby. I heard that a new batch of materials has been brought in, but I don't know if it has been robbed. … And there’s more…”
Zhuang Jing knew that Bixi was just teasing her about being too greedy, so she retorted: "I just don't want to buy it, it's done." Then she turned to Hua Zhuo and said: "Mo ignore her, because of her petty attitude, she is afraid that I will use it." He stole her personal money."
After a while, a person who looked like a shopkeeper followed Grandma Liu out. He bowed and saluted and said, "I am Jin Sheng, the second shopkeeper of Jinshitang. There are many people in the hall today. Please go to the back door. The shop is ready." A room for the two young ladies to rest."
Good scenery, good tea, this Jinshitang is indeed a good place. But... Hua Zhuo looked at the picture of beauty under the moon on the wall. He was shocked and crazy. His expression had already changed drastically. Fortunately, the curtain and hat had not been taken off, so he didn't let anyone see it.
Hua Zhuo entered the house and saw that the furnishings inside were simple but elegant. There was a picture of a beauty under the moon hanging on the wall. He didn't know what kind of incense was burning in the incense burner. The smell just made people feel relaxed and happy. The tables, chairs and floors were clean. , in the corner, several fire pots exude endless warmth. The window next to it was slightly opened halfway to let in some air, and revealed a corner of the rockery outside. It had sharp edges and corners, and a few dead vines were wrapped around it. It was also a beautiful sight.
Hua Zhuo watched Qiqiao glance at Ah Fu from time to time, and then smiled and said: "Mommy, let Ah Fu come with us for a walk." Then he asked Chen Ning to stay alone to look at the carriage.
Hua Zhuo smiled and said: "You only have such a small stomach. Even if the pastry shop is open for you to eat, how much can you eat? Bixi is afraid that you will insist on holding on and eat up your stomach. Oh, let you be like this He said, I feel greedy too. After coming out of Jinshitang, we will go to the pastry shop you mentioned. Everything we eat today is mine. Not only do I have to eat it, but I also have to take it back in a bag. .”
"It's quite secluded here."
Qiqiao seemed to be aware of it, her pretty face suddenly turned red, and she muttered to herself: Miss, what are you looking at me for? But because there were so many people, I was too embarrassed to ask.
"It's quite secluded here."
Just after sitting down, the maid just served tea. Zhuang Jing smelled it and said happily: "This is the best daughter's fragrance."
Ah Fu was so happy that he ran over and bowed to him repeatedly.
"Miss, let me go in and take a look first."
Hua Zhuo watched Qiqiao glance at Ah Fu from time to time, and then smiled and said: "Mommy, let Ah Fu come with us for a walk." Then he asked Chen Ning to stay alone to look at the carriage.
Now is the time when every house in every government is buying up New Year's goods. The streets are bustling with people, especially the streets surrounding Taiye Pond. After more than half an hour, he stopped in an empty alley near Jinshi Hall.
Hua Zhuo entered the house and saw that the furnishings inside were simple but elegant. There was a picture of a beauty under the moon hanging on the wall. He didn't know what kind of incense was burning in the incense burner. The smell just made people feel relaxed and happy. The tables, chairs and floors were clean. , in the corner, several fire pots exude endless warmth. The window next to it was slightly opened halfway to let in some air, and revealed a corner of the rockery outside. It had sharp edges and corners, and a few dead vines were wrapped around it. It was also a beautiful sight.
Zhuang Jing seized the opportunity and immediately teased him back, causing Bi Xi's face to turn red, and she secretly glanced at Hua Zhuo, too embarrassed to speak anymore.
Hua Zhuo couldn't help but glance at Qiqiao again.
Because Wei Shi knew that his daughter would definitely come back with a lot of bags when she went shopping, and Zhuang Jing didn't have much pocket money. Although Hua Zhuo was her chosen daughter-in-law, she hadn't married yet, so it was hard to get married. She wanted to spend her money first, so she specially ordered Bixi to follow her and stuffed another hundred taels of silver into her money for flowers.
Hua Zhuo watched Qiqiao glance at Ah Fu from time to time, and then smiled and said: "Mommy, let Ah Fu come with us for a walk." Then he asked Chen Ning to stay alone to look at the carriage.
Hua Zhuo couldn't help but glance at Qiqiao again.
"Miss, there are so many things you like, but I'm afraid the money Madam gave you is not enough." After hearing this, Bixi pretended to be sad.
Qiqiao seemed to be aware of it, her pretty face suddenly turned red, and she muttered to herself: Miss, what are you looking at me for? But because there were so many people, I was too embarrassed to ask.
"Go, go, go, if you don't have any, just flatter my second sister-in-law now."
Now is the time when every house in every government is buying up New Year's goods. The streets are bustling with people, especially the streets surrounding Taiye Pond. After more than half an hour, he stopped in an empty alley near Jinshi Hall.
Zhuang Jing didn't notice the movement here. She stood on tiptoes and looked at the entrance of the alley for a while, then said excitedly: "Sister Zhuo'er, look, look, that's the pastry shop over there."
"Near Jinshi Hall, there is a bakery shop that is also very good. It is elegantly decorated. There are also private rooms in the backyard. Tea is served and you can listen to music." Zhuang Jing's eyes were shining, so why would she be able to go shopping? If you can only visit Jinshitang, not just one street, you should at least visit half of the street's shops. "There is also a silk and satin shop nearby. I heard that a new batch of materials has been brought in, but I don't know if it has been robbed. … And there’s more…”
"Who else is it if it's not you? If you don't want to be my second sister-in-law, I'll tell my second brother later, don't regret it." Zhuang Jing was not afraid of her, she looked like she had the handle, she was triumphant and tilted her head. Eyes said again: "If you don't want me to tell my second brother what snacks I want to eat later, you have to buy them for me."
The two girls went hand in hand, and Grandma Liu asked Ah Fu to clear the way in front. Then several people stood guard beside Hua Zhuo and Zhuang Jing, and slowly walked towards Jinshi Hall. After a while, when they got close, Hua Zhuo knew Why can't the carriage stop here? It's all because there are too many people coming in and out. There are also rows of sedans parked on both sides of the street outside. I'm afraid there is no place to stay, so there is nowhere to stop and get off.
Now is the time when every house in every government is buying up New Year's goods. The streets are bustling with people, especially the streets surrounding Taiye Pond. After more than half an hour, he stopped in an empty alley near Jinshi Hall.
In a few steps, we arrived at the back door, and when we turned in, we found a quite large courtyard with rockery corridors and well-proportioned courtyards. Although the grass and trees were withered, the layout was ingenious. You can see a scene within three steps, either through trees or trees. Borrowing rocks from the mountain or using small doors and windows to hide it, there are several elegant rooms interspersed in the middle, where you can rest and enjoy the scenery. It is quite the epitome of Jiangnan gardens.
Hua Zhuo chuckled and said, "Go to Jinshi Hall first. Don't worry about your pastry shop. That shop is right there. It doesn't have legs, so it won't run away."
Zhuang Jing already knew that she would leave Beijing and go home in a few days. She felt quite reluctant to leave Beijing and her face looked a little sad. But when Hua Zhuo asked, shopping was her favorite, so she became energetic again. He said excitedly: "You want to give sister Cheng a piece of jade? The Jinshitang in Beijing is the most famous one. Many wealthy people fall in love with buying jade there. There are also various gemstones, Shoushan stones, pigeon blood stones, etc. The goods are genuine and fair. but."
Hua Zhuo didn't think it was anything, and said calmly: "Your store thinks about people's needs and is anxious about people's needs. Being so considerate will naturally lead to a prosperous business and abundant financial resources."
"Sister Cheng's birthday will be in five days. Since she invited me, I can't be scornful of her. I want to choose a gift that is worthy of recognition and send it to her. You are more familiar with this city than me. Do you know any jade shops? Fairer?"
The next day, Hua Zhuo invited Zhuang Jing over again. Wei Shi was about to leave, and Zhuang Jing was going to follow. She and Zhuang Jing didn't have many days to get along with each other, and if they could get together, it would be a day. It’s not as simple as just sitting around chatting.
Ah Fu was so happy that he ran over and bowed to him repeatedly.
Hua Zhuo nodded secretly, no wonder Jinshitang's business is so prosperous, it can be seen just from the attitude of doing business and the considerate service.
Zhuang Jing was immediately embarrassed, but thanks to the curtain and hat, no one could see the embarrassment on her face.
"Yes, yes, Mei Xian, you go and grab a seat first." Zhuang Jing nodded quickly.
Turning to the east and bypassing a rockery, an elegant room appeared in front of Hua Zhuo. It had green tiles and red walls, and leaning against the corner, several white plum blossoms were blooming.
Zhuang Jing was immediately embarrassed, but thanks to the curtain and hat, no one could see the embarrassment on her face.
"Sister Cheng's birthday will be in five days. Since she invited me, I can't be scornful of her. I want to choose a gift that is worthy of recognition and send it to her. You are more familiar with this city than me. Do you know any jade shops? Fairer?"
"Of course I want to buy it, and I need to buy more. If I don't plug your little cherry mouth, I won't know what to say in a while."
Zhuang Jing already knew that she would leave Beijing and go home in a few days. She felt quite reluctant to leave Beijing and her face looked a little sad. But when Hua Zhuo asked, shopping was her favorite, so she became energetic again. He said excitedly: "You want to give sister Cheng a piece of jade? The Jinshitang in Beijing is the most famous one. Many wealthy people fall in love with buying jade there. There are also various gemstones, Shoushan stones, pigeon blood stones, etc. The goods are genuine and fair. but."
Just after sitting down, the maid just served tea. Zhuang Jing smelled it and said happily: "This is the best daughter's fragrance."
As soon as he entered the door, a maid came to greet him. He bowed to Jin Sheng and said, "Second shopkeeper, the third east room is ready. You can invite the guests in."
"I'm afraid there are too many people here today and there are no seats inside. Why not let Mei Xian go get a seat first." Bixi said cautiously.
In a few steps, we arrived at the back door, and when we turned in, we found a quite large courtyard with rockery corridors and well-proportioned courtyards. Although the grass and trees were withered, the layout was ingenious. You can see a scene within three steps, either through trees or trees. Borrowing rocks from the mountain or using small doors and windows to hide it, there are several elegant rooms interspersed in the middle, where you can rest and enjoy the scenery. It is quite the epitome of Jiangnan gardens.
Hua Zhuo couldn't help but glance at Qiqiao again.
"Yes, yes, Mei Xian, you go and grab a seat first." Zhuang Jing nodded quickly.
"Sister Cheng's birthday will be in five days. Since she invited me, I can't be scornful of her. I want to choose a gift that is worthy of recognition and send it to her. You are more familiar with this city than me. Do you know any jade shops? Fairer?"
Bixi was also obedient. After being glared at by Aunt Liu, she automatically retreated to a corner of the carriage and stayed with Qiqiao, Baxiu, and Mei Xian and Lan Xian beside Zhuang Jing, and stopped interfering indiscriminately to please them. Qiqiao and Baxiu didn't pay much attention to her, but Mei Xian and Lan Xian were friendly with her and moved aside to make some room for her.
"Baxiu, let's go too. The two of us can be companions, so that Mei Xian won't be bored by herself."
Zhuang Jing was immediately embarrassed, but thanks to the curtain and hat, no one could see the embarrassment on her face.
Hua Zhuo nodded, stopped and let Nanny Liu go in first.
Hua Zhuo laughed and hit Zhuang Jing, saying, "You talk too much, who is your second sister-in-law?"
Zhuang Jing was immediately embarrassed, but thanks to the curtain and hat, no one could see the embarrassment on her face.
The next day, Hua Zhuo invited Zhuang Jing over again. Wei Shi was about to leave, and Zhuang Jing was going to follow. She and Zhuang Jing didn't have many days to get along with each other, and if they could get together, it would be a day. It’s not as simple as just sitting around chatting.
Now is the time when every house in every government is buying up New Year's goods. The streets are bustling with people, especially the streets surrounding Taiye Pond. After more than half an hour, he stopped in an empty alley near Jinshi Hall.
Hua Zhuo nodded, and the girls each found their hats and put them on for her and Zhuang Jing. They also took their cloaks and surrounded them tightly before getting off the car one by one.
Hua Zhuo saw that Mei Xian was timid and would not even dare to talk to strangers, so he sent the carefree Ba Xiu over. Baxiu quickly agreed. Seeing her happy look, she almost cheered. She was obviously a foodie.
Hua Zhuo nodded, and the girls each found their hats and put them on for her and Zhuang Jing. They also took their cloaks and surrounded them tightly before getting off the car one by one.
"Miss, it's too crowded in front of Jinshi Hall and the carriage can't pass."
The two girls went hand in hand, and Grandma Liu asked Ah Fu to clear the way in front. Then several people stood guard beside Hua Zhuo and Zhuang Jing, and slowly walked towards Jinshi Hall. After a while, when they got close, Hua Zhuo knew Why can't the carriage stop here? It's all because there are too many people coming in and out. There are also rows of sedans parked on both sides of the street outside. I'm afraid there is no place to stay, so there is nowhere to stop and get off.
"Then let's go to Jinshi Hall today. If there is anything you like, just tell me and it will be my farewell gift to you."
Zhuang Jing didn't notice the movement here. She stood on tiptoes and looked at the entrance of the alley for a while, then said excitedly: "Sister Zhuo'er, look, look, that's the pastry shop over there."
Zhuang Jing stuck out her tongue. She had only heard that the stones in Jinshitang were good. This was the first time she came back, and she was really impressed by Huazhuo.
The next day, Hua Zhuo invited Zhuang Jing over again. Wei Shi was about to leave, and Zhuang Jing was going to follow. She and Zhuang Jing didn't have many days to get along with each other, and if they could get together, it would be a day. It’s not as simple as just sitting around chatting.
"Sister Cheng's birthday will be in five days. Since she invited me, I can't be scornful of her. I want to choose a gift that is worthy of recognition and send it to her. You are more familiar with this city than me. Do you know any jade shops? Fairer?"
After a while, a person who looked like a shopkeeper followed Grandma Liu out. He bowed and saluted and said, "I am Jin Sheng, the second shopkeeper of Jinshitang. There are many people in the hall today. Please go to the back door. The shop is ready." A room for the two young ladies to rest."
Turning to the east and bypassing a rockery, an elegant room appeared in front of Hua Zhuo. It had green tiles and red walls, and leaning against the corner, several white plum blossoms were blooming.
"Miss, let me go in and take a look first."
"Yes, yes, Mei Xian, you go and grab a seat first." Zhuang Jing nodded quickly.
The driver was Ah Fu. When Grandma Liu got out of the car, she told him to guard the carriage and not run out to play. Ah Fu nodded and said that he was not going anywhere and must have watched the carriage.
"Sister Cheng's birthday will be in five days. Since she invited me, I can't be scornful of her. I want to choose a gift that is worthy of recognition and send it to her. You are more familiar with this city than me. Do you know any jade shops? Fairer?"
Hua Zhuo didn't think it was anything, and said calmly: "Your store thinks about people's needs and is anxious about people's needs. Being so considerate will naturally lead to a prosperous business and abundant financial resources."
"Who else is it if it's not you? If you don't want to be my second sister-in-law, I'll tell my second brother later, don't regret it." Zhuang Jing was not afraid of her, she looked like she had the handle, she was triumphant and tilted her head. Eyes said again: "If you don't want me to tell my second brother what snacks I want to eat later, you have to buy them for me."
Seeing this scene, Aunt Liu's eyes wrinkled. Her young lady Jin Gui's body couldn't just be crowded with people like this in the lobby.
Hua Zhuo chuckled and said, "Go to Jinshi Hall first. Don't worry about your pastry shop. That shop is right there. It doesn't have legs, so it won't run away."
As soon as he entered the door, a maid came to greet him. He bowed to Jin Sheng and said, "Second shopkeeper, the third east room is ready. You can invite the guests in."
Ah Fu was so happy that he ran over and bowed to him repeatedly.
Hua Zhuo couldn't help but glance at Qiqiao again.
Hua Zhuo smiled and said: "You only have such a small stomach. Even if the pastry shop is open for you to eat, how much can you eat? Bixi is afraid that you will insist on holding on and eat up your stomach. Oh, let you be like this He said, I feel greedy too. After coming out of Jinshitang, we will go to the pastry shop you mentioned. Everything we eat today is mine. Not only do I have to eat it, but I also have to take it back in a bag. .”
"Go, go, go, if you don't have any, just flatter my second sister-in-law now."
In a few steps, we arrived at the back door, and when we turned in, we found a quite large courtyard with rockery corridors and well-proportioned courtyards. Although the grass and trees were withered, the layout was ingenious. You can see a scene within three steps, either through trees or trees. Borrowing rocks from the mountain or using small doors and windows to hide it, there are several elegant rooms interspersed in the middle, where you can rest and enjoy the scenery. It is quite the epitome of Jiangnan gardens.
Hua Zhuo saw that Mei Xian was timid and would not even dare to talk to strangers, so he sent the carefree Ba Xiu over. Baxiu quickly agreed. Seeing her happy look, she almost cheered. She was obviously a foodie.
Hua Zhuo nodded, stopped and let Nanny Liu go in first.
Zhuang Jing was immediately embarrassed, but thanks to the curtain and hat, no one could see the embarrassment on her face.
"Miss, it's too crowded in front of Jinshi Hall and the carriage can't pass."
Qiqiao opened the curtain and looked outside, then turned around and said, "Miss, there are indeed many people. Let's get out of the car and walk."
Hua Zhuo saw that Mei Xian was timid and would not even dare to talk to strangers, so he sent the carefree Ba Xiu over. Baxiu quickly agreed. Seeing her happy look, she almost cheered. She was obviously a foodie.
"Near Jinshi Hall, there is a bakery shop that is also very good. It is elegantly decorated. There are also private rooms in the backyard. Tea is served and you can listen to music." Zhuang Jing's eyes were shining, so why would she be able to go shopping? If you can only visit Jinshitang, not just one street, you should at least visit half of the street's shops. "There is also a silk and satin shop nearby. I heard that a new batch of materials has been brought in, but I don't know if it has been robbed. … And there’s more…”
After a while, a person who looked like a shopkeeper followed Grandma Liu out. He bowed and saluted and said, "I am Jin Sheng, the second shopkeeper of Jinshitang. There are many people in the hall today. Please go to the back door. The shop is ready." A room for the two young ladies to rest."
The two girls went hand in hand, and Grandma Liu asked Ah Fu to clear the way in front. Then several people stood guard beside Hua Zhuo and Zhuang Jing, and slowly walked towards Jinshi Hall. After a while, when they got close, Hua Zhuo knew Why can't the carriage stop here? It's all because there are too many people coming in and out. There are also rows of sedans parked on both sides of the street outside. I'm afraid there is no place to stay, so there is nowhere to stop and get off.
Hua Zhuo couldn't help but glance at Qiqiao again.
Seeing this scene, Aunt Liu's eyes wrinkled. Her young lady Jin Gui's body couldn't just be crowded with people like this in the lobby.
Zhuang Jing was immediately embarrassed, but thanks to the curtain and hat, no one could see the embarrassment on her face.
"Miss, it's too crowded in front of Jinshi Hall and the carriage can't pass."
The two girls were joking and making a fuss while Grandma Liu watched from the side, smiling from ear to ear, but she still didn't forget to glare at Bi Xi. Since she knew that Webster had left Bixi behind, Nanny Liu felt disgusted when looking at her, and she also felt a little dissatisfied with Webster, but the young lady agreed, and she had no choice but to remind Bixi to keep her duty at all times.
Jin Sheng smiled and said, "I'd like to lend you my lady's kind words."
"Please ask Shopkeeper Jin to lead the way."
"Of course I want to buy it, and I need to buy more. If I don't plug your little cherry mouth, I won't know what to say in a while."
The two girls went hand in hand, and Grandma Liu asked Ah Fu to clear the way in front. Then several people stood guard beside Hua Zhuo and Zhuang Jing, and slowly walked towards Jinshi Hall. After a while, when they got close, Hua Zhuo knew Why can't the carriage stop here? It's all because there are too many people coming in and out. There are also rows of sedans parked on both sides of the street outside. I'm afraid there is no place to stay, so there is nowhere to stop and get off.
"I'm afraid there are too many people here today and there are no seats inside. Why not let Mei Xian go get a seat first." Bixi said cautiously.
Zhuang Jing seized the opportunity and immediately teased him back, causing Bi Xi's face to turn red, and she secretly glanced at Hua Zhuo, too embarrassed to speak anymore.
"Miss, let me go in and take a look first."
Qiqiao opened the curtain and looked outside, then turned around and said, "Miss, there are indeed many people. Let's get out of the car and walk."
"Near Jinshi Hall, there is a bakery shop that is also very good. It is elegantly decorated. There are also private rooms in the backyard. Tea is served and you can listen to music." Zhuang Jing's eyes were shining, so why would she be able to go shopping? If you can only visit Jinshitang, not just one street, you should at least visit half of the street's shops. "There is also a silk and satin shop nearby. I heard that a new batch of materials has been brought in, but I don't know if it has been robbed. … And there’s more…”
Hua Zhuo nodded secretly, no wonder Jinshitang's business is so prosperous, it can be seen just from the attitude of doing business and the considerate service.
Qiqiao seemed to be aware of it, her pretty face suddenly turned red, and she muttered to herself: Miss, what are you looking at me for? But because there were so many people, I was too embarrassed to ask.
Zhuang Jing knew that Bixi was just teasing her about being too greedy, so she retorted: "I just don't want to buy it, it's done." Then she turned to Hua Zhuo and said: "Mo ignore her, because of her petty attitude, she is afraid that I will use it." He stole her personal money."
In a few steps, we arrived at the back door, and when we turned in, we found a quite large courtyard with rockery corridors and well-proportioned courtyards. Although the grass and trees were withered, the layout was ingenious. You can see a scene within three steps, either through trees or trees. Borrowing rocks from the mountain or using small doors and windows to hide it, there are several elegant rooms interspersed in the middle, where you can rest and enjoy the scenery. It is quite the epitome of Jiangnan gardens.
Qiqiao opened the curtain and looked outside, then turned around and said, "Miss, there are indeed many people. Let's get out of the car and walk."
"Yes, yes, Mei Xian, you go and grab a seat first." Zhuang Jing nodded quickly.
Jin Sheng turned sideways, making a gesture of invitation, and then took half a step ahead, still half sideways, and said as he walked: "I think this is the first time for ladies to come back, so they don't know the rules. Come back later, Just turn to the back door. When noble people like ladies come to our hall, they will naturally be taken care of by private rooms, so there is no need to crowd the hall."
"Of course I want to buy it, and I need to buy more. If I don't plug your little cherry mouth, I won't know what to say in a while."
Zhuang Jing stuck out her tongue. She had only heard that the stones in Jinshitang were good. This was the first time she came back, and she was really impressed by Huazhuo.
Hua Zhuo nodded, and the girls each found their hats and put them on for her and Zhuang Jing. They also took their cloaks and surrounded them tightly before getting off the car one by one.
"Yes, yes, Mei Xian, you go and grab a seat first." Zhuang Jing nodded quickly.
Zhuang Jing stuck out her tongue. She had only heard that the stones in Jinshitang were good. This was the first time she came back, and she was really impressed by Huazhuo.
Bixi was also obedient. After being glared at by Aunt Liu, she automatically retreated to a corner of the carriage and stayed with Qiqiao, Baxiu, and Mei Xian and Lan Xian beside Zhuang Jing, and stopped interfering indiscriminately to please them. Qiqiao and Baxiu didn't pay much attention to her, but Mei Xian and Lan Xian were friendly with her and moved aside to make some room for her.
Now is the time when every house in every government is buying up New Year's goods. The streets are bustling with people, especially the streets surrounding Taiye Pond. After more than half an hour, he stopped in an empty alley near Jinshi Hall.
Because Wei Shi knew that his daughter would definitely come back with a lot of bags when she went shopping, and Zhuang Jing didn't have much pocket money. Although Hua Zhuo was her chosen daughter-in-law, she hadn't married yet, so it was hard to get married. She wanted to spend her money first, so she specially ordered Bixi to follow her and stuffed another hundred taels of silver into her money for flowers.
Ah Fu was so happy that he ran over and bowed to him repeatedly.
Hua Zhuo didn't think it was anything, and said calmly: "Your store thinks about people's needs and is anxious about people's needs. Being so considerate will naturally lead to a prosperous business and abundant financial resources."
"Near Jinshi Hall, there is a bakery shop that is also very good. It is elegantly decorated. There are also private rooms in the backyard. Tea is served and you can listen to music." Zhuang Jing's eyes were shining, so why would she be able to go shopping? If you can only visit Jinshitang, not just one street, you should at least visit half of the street's shops. "There is also a silk and satin shop nearby. I heard that a new batch of materials has been brought in, but I don't know if it has been robbed. … And there’s more…”
When she said this, Zhuang Jing was so happy that she couldn't see her eyes.
Hua Zhuo nodded secretly, no wonder Jinshitang's business is so prosperous, it can be seen just from the attitude of doing business and the considerate service.
"Sister Cheng's birthday will be in five days. Since she invited me, I can't be scornful of her. I want to choose a gift that is worthy of recognition and send it to her. You are more familiar with this city than me. Do you know any jade shops? Fairer?"
Hua Zhuo nodded, stopped and let Nanny Liu go in first.
"Near Jinshi Hall, there is a bakery shop that is also very good. It is elegantly decorated. There are also private rooms in the backyard. Tea is served and you can listen to music." Zhuang Jing's eyes were shining, so why would she be able to go shopping? If you can only visit Jinshitang, not just one street, you should at least visit half of the street's shops. "There is also a silk and satin shop nearby. I heard that a new batch of materials has been brought in, but I don't know if it has been robbed. … And there’s more…”
Hua Zhuo entered the house and saw that the furnishings inside were simple but elegant. There was a picture of a beauty under the moon hanging on the wall. He didn't know what kind of incense was burning in the incense burner. The smell just made people feel relaxed and happy. The tables, chairs and floors were clean. , in the corner, several fire pots exude endless warmth. The window next to it was slightly opened halfway to let in some air, and revealed a corner of the rockery outside. It had sharp edges and corners, and a few dead vines were wrapped around it. It was also a beautiful sight.
Jin Sheng smiled and said, "I'd like to lend you my lady's kind words."
Jinshi Hall was right next to Taiye Pond, but some distance away from the old residence. Hua Zhuo had someone prepare a carriage, and after explaining to Wei Shi, he took Zhuang Jing out.
The lines painted on the beauty's sleeves are actually... exactly like the lines printed on a phoenix pendant dipped in cinnabar.
"Go, go, go, if you don't have any, just flatter my second sister-in-law now."
Zhuang Jing seized the opportunity and immediately teased him back, causing Bi Xi's face to turn red, and she secretly glanced at Hua Zhuo, too embarrassed to speak anymore.
In a few steps, we arrived at the back door, and when we turned in, we found a quite large courtyard with rockery corridors and well-proportioned courtyards. Although the grass and trees were withered, the layout was ingenious. You can see a scene within three steps, either through trees or trees. Borrowing rocks from the mountain or using small doors and windows to hide it, there are several elegant rooms interspersed in the middle, where you can rest and enjoy the scenery. It is quite the epitome of Jiangnan gardens.
Because Wei Shi knew that his daughter would definitely come back with a lot of bags when she went shopping, and Zhuang Jing didn't have much pocket money. Although Hua Zhuo was her chosen daughter-in-law, she hadn't married yet, so it was hard to get married. She wanted to spend her money first, so she specially ordered Bixi to follow her and stuffed another hundred taels of silver into her money for flowers.
Zhuang Jing seized the opportunity and immediately teased him back, causing Bi Xi's face to turn red, and she secretly glanced at Hua Zhuo, too embarrassed to speak anymore.
"Near Jinshi Hall, there is a bakery shop that is also very good. It is elegantly decorated. There are also private rooms in the backyard. Tea is served and you can listen to music." Zhuang Jing's eyes were shining, so why would she be able to go shopping? If you can only visit Jinshitang, not just one street, you should at least visit half of the street's shops. "There is also a silk and satin shop nearby. I heard that a new batch of materials has been brought in, but I don't know if it has been robbed. … And there’s more…”
Good scenery, good tea, this Jinshitang is indeed a good place. But... Hua Zhuo looked at the picture of beauty under the moon on the wall. He was shocked and crazy. His expression had already changed drastically. Fortunately, the curtain and hat had not been taken off, so he didn't let anyone see it.
"Miss, let me go in and take a look first."
As soon as he entered the door, a maid came to greet him. He bowed to Jin Sheng and said, "Second shopkeeper, the third east room is ready. You can invite the guests in."
In a few steps, we arrived at the back door, and when we turned in, we found a quite large courtyard with rockery corridors and well-proportioned courtyards. Although the grass and trees were withered, the layout was ingenious. You can see a scene within three steps, either through trees or trees. Borrowing rocks from the mountain or using small doors and windows to hide it, there are several elegant rooms interspersed in the middle, where you can rest and enjoy the scenery. It is quite the epitome of Jiangnan gardens.
"Go, go, go, if you don't have any, just flatter my second sister-in-law now."
Hua Zhuo nodded, and the girls each found their hats and put them on for her and Zhuang Jing. They also took their cloaks and surrounded them tightly before getting off the car one by one.
"Miss, let me go in and take a look first."
"Miss, there are so many things you like, but I'm afraid the money Madam gave you is not enough." After hearing this, Bixi pretended to be sad.
Bixi thought about it for a while, and she would have to live by Hua Zhuo's face in the future. If she doesn't fawn over her now, she also smiled and said: "I was just joking, I didn't want to make the lady unhappy. I'll just eat for a while, forget it." On my head, although I am frugal, it is only for my wife. When I should be generous, I must not be ambiguous."
In a few steps, we arrived at the back door, and when we turned in, we found a quite large courtyard with rockery corridors and well-proportioned courtyards. Although the grass and trees were withered, the layout was ingenious. You can see a scene within three steps, either through trees or trees. Borrowing rocks from the mountain or using small doors and windows to hide it, there are several elegant rooms interspersed in the middle, where you can rest and enjoy the scenery. It is quite the epitome of Jiangnan gardens.
Jin Sheng turned around and said, "You two ladies, please come this way."
Chen Ning's voice rang out from outside the carriage. Basically, no matter where Hua Zhuo went, he would lead people to follow him to fulfill his duty of guard. Although Hua Zhuo felt that there would be no danger in Beijing, he thought of his father's good intentions and specially Chen Ning was transferred from the city gate army to protect her. She didn't want to let down her father's wishes, so she left him alone. Fortunately, Chen Ning was a man of few words and was reassuring to use.
The two girls went hand in hand, and Grandma Liu asked Ah Fu to clear the way in front. Then several people stood guard beside Hua Zhuo and Zhuang Jing, and slowly walked towards Jinshi Hall. After a while, when they got close, Hua Zhuo knew Why can't the carriage stop here? It's all because there are too many people coming in and out. There are also rows of sedans parked on both sides of the street outside. I'm afraid there is no place to stay, so there is nowhere to stop and get off.
Hua Zhuo nodded, and the girls each found their hats and put them on for her and Zhuang Jing. They also took their cloaks and surrounded them tightly before getting off the car one by one.
"Go, go, go, if you don't have any, just flatter my second sister-in-law now."
Chen Ning's voice rang out from outside the carriage. Basically, no matter where Hua Zhuo went, he would lead people to follow him to fulfill his duty of guard. Although Hua Zhuo felt that there would be no danger in Beijing, he thought of his father's good intentions and specially Chen Ning was transferred from the city gate army to protect her. She didn't want to let down her father's wishes, so she left him alone. Fortunately, Chen Ning was a man of few words and was reassuring to use.
As soon as he entered the door, a maid came to greet him. He bowed to Jin Sheng and said, "Second shopkeeper, the third east room is ready. You can invite the guests in."
The next day, Hua Zhuo invited Zhuang Jing over again. Wei Shi was about to leave, and Zhuang Jing was going to follow. She and Zhuang Jing didn't have many days to get along with each other, and if they could get together, it would be a day. It’s not as simple as just sitting around chatting.
Turning to the east and bypassing a rockery, an elegant room appeared in front of Hua Zhuo. It had green tiles and red walls, and leaning against the corner, several white plum blossoms were blooming.
The next day, Hua Zhuo invited Zhuang Jing over again. Wei Shi was about to leave, and Zhuang Jing was going to follow. She and Zhuang Jing didn't have many days to get along with each other, and if they could get together, it would be a day. It’s not as simple as just sitting around chatting.
The two girls went hand in hand, and Grandma Liu asked Ah Fu to clear the way in front. Then several people stood guard beside Hua Zhuo and Zhuang Jing, and slowly walked towards Jinshi Hall. After a while, when they got close, Hua Zhuo knew Why can't the carriage stop here? It's all because there are too many people coming in and out. There are also rows of sedans parked on both sides of the street outside. I'm afraid there is no place to stay, so there is nowhere to stop and get off.
"Go, go, go, if you don't have any, just flatter my second sister-in-law now."
Jin Sheng turned around and said, "You two ladies, please come this way."
The next day, Hua Zhuo invited Zhuang Jing over again. Wei Shi was about to leave, and Zhuang Jing was going to follow. She and Zhuang Jing didn't have many days to get along with each other, and if they could get together, it would be a day. It’s not as simple as just sitting around chatting.
Jin Sheng smiled and said, "I'd like to lend you my lady's kind words."
"It's quite secluded here."
Ah Fu was so happy that he ran over and bowed to him repeatedly.
Bixi was also obedient. After being glared at by Aunt Liu, she automatically retreated to a corner of the carriage and stayed with Qiqiao, Baxiu, and Mei Xian and Lan Xian beside Zhuang Jing, and stopped interfering indiscriminately to please them. Qiqiao and Baxiu didn't pay much attention to her, but Mei Xian and Lan Xian were friendly with her and moved aside to make some room for her.
Hua Zhuo saw that Mei Xian was timid and would not even dare to talk to strangers, so he sent the carefree Ba Xiu over. Baxiu quickly agreed. Seeing her happy look, she almost cheered. She was obviously a foodie.
Now is the time when every house in every government is buying up New Year's goods. The streets are bustling with people, especially the streets surrounding Taiye Pond. After more than half an hour, he stopped in an empty alley near Jinshi Hall.
Bixi thought about it for a while, and she would have to live by Hua Zhuo's face in the future. If she doesn't fawn over her now, she also smiled and said: "I was just joking, I didn't want to make the lady unhappy. I'll just eat for a while, forget it." On my head, although I am frugal, it is only for my wife. When I should be generous, I must not be ambiguous."
Hua Zhuo didn't think it was anything, and said calmly: "Your store thinks about people's needs and is anxious about people's needs. Being so considerate will naturally lead to a prosperous business and abundant financial resources."
Hua Zhuo entered the house and saw that the furnishings inside were simple but elegant. There was a picture of a beauty under the moon hanging on the wall. He didn't know what kind of incense was burning in the incense burner. The smell just made people feel relaxed and happy. The tables, chairs and floors were clean. , in the corner, several fire pots exude endless warmth. The window next to it was slightly opened halfway to let in some air, and revealed a corner of the rockery outside. It had sharp edges and corners, and a few dead vines were wrapped around it. It was also a beautiful sight.
Zhuang Jing knew that Bixi was just teasing her about being too greedy, so she retorted: "I just don't want to buy it, it's done." Then she turned to Hua Zhuo and said: "Mo ignore her, because of her petty attitude, she is afraid that I will use it." He stole her personal money."
"Miss, let me go in and take a look first."
Jin Sheng smiled and said, "I'd like to lend you my lady's kind words."
"I'm afraid there are too many people here today and there are no seats inside. Why not let Mei Xian go get a seat first." Bixi said cautiously.
Now is the time when every house in every government is buying up New Year's goods. The streets are bustling with people, especially the streets surrounding Taiye Pond. After more than half an hour, he stopped in an empty alley near Jinshi Hall.
Zhuang Jing seized the opportunity and immediately teased him back, causing Bi Xi's face to turn red, and she secretly glanced at Hua Zhuo, too embarrassed to speak anymore.
Just after sitting down, the maid just served tea. Zhuang Jing smelled it and said happily: "This is the best daughter's fragrance."
After a while, a person who looked like a shopkeeper followed Grandma Liu out. He bowed and saluted and said, "I am Jin Sheng, the second shopkeeper of Jinshitang. There are many people in the hall today. Please go to the back door. The shop is ready." A room for the two young ladies to rest."
"Go, go, go, if you don't have any, just flatter my second sister-in-law now."
Good scenery, good tea, this Jinshitang is indeed a good place. But... Hua Zhuo looked at the picture of beauty under the moon on the wall. He was shocked and crazy. His expression had already changed drastically. Fortunately, the curtain and hat had not been taken off, so he didn't let anyone see it.
"Of course I want to buy it, and I need to buy more. If I don't plug your little cherry mouth, I won't know what to say in a while."
The two girls were joking and making a fuss while Grandma Liu watched from the side, smiling from ear to ear, but she still didn't forget to glare at Bi Xi. Since she knew that Webster had left Bixi behind, Nanny Liu felt disgusted when looking at her, and she also felt a little dissatisfied with Webster, but the young lady agreed, and she had no choice but to remind Bixi to keep her duty at all times.
After a while, a person who looked like a shopkeeper followed Grandma Liu out. He bowed and saluted and said, "I am Jin Sheng, the second shopkeeper of Jinshitang. There are many people in the hall today. Please go to the back door. The shop is ready." A room for the two young ladies to rest."
The next day, Hua Zhuo invited Zhuang Jing over again. Wei Shi was about to leave, and Zhuang Jing was going to follow. She and Zhuang Jing didn't have many days to get along with each other, and if they could get together, it would be a day. It’s not as simple as just sitting around chatting.
Zhuang Jing seized the opportunity and immediately teased him back, causing Bi Xi's face to turn red, and she secretly glanced at Hua Zhuo, too embarrassed to speak anymore.
Hua Zhuo nodded, stopped and let Nanny Liu go in first.
Because Wei Shi knew that his daughter would definitely come back with a lot of bags when she went shopping, and Zhuang Jing didn't have much pocket money. Although Hua Zhuo was her chosen daughter-in-law, she hadn't married yet, so it was hard to get married. She wanted to spend her money first, so she specially ordered Bixi to follow her and stuffed another hundred taels of silver into her money for flowers.
The lines painted on the beauty's sleeves are actually... exactly like the lines printed on a phoenix pendant dipped in cinnabar.
Qiqiao seemed to be aware of it, her pretty face suddenly turned red, and she muttered to herself: Miss, what are you looking at me for? But because there were so many people, I was too embarrassed to ask.
Hua Zhuo chuckled and said, "Go to Jinshi Hall first. Don't worry about your pastry shop. That shop is right there. It doesn't have legs, so it won't run away."
Zhuang Jing seized the opportunity and immediately teased him back, causing Bi Xi's face to turn red, and she secretly glanced at Hua Zhuo, too embarrassed to speak anymore.
Jinshi Hall was right next to Taiye Pond, but some distance away from the old residence. Hua Zhuo had someone prepare a carriage, and after explaining to Wei Shi, he took Zhuang Jing out.