Marquis Pingxi was somewhat confused. He couldn't even remember what Zheng Boyuan looked like when he first saw him in his swaddling clothes. Zheng Boyuan was Marquis Pingxi's first child, and Marquis Pingxi felt that he should have a deep impression of him. He frowned and thought for a long time, but he couldn't remember. A feeling of melancholy rose in his heart. This feeling was very unfamiliar to Marquis Pingxi.

Zheng Boyuan naturally saw the expression on Pingxi Hou's face, but he didn't care. Over the years, Zheng Boyuan had already emerged from the great disappointment of lacking paternal love.

Marquis Pingxi coughed lightly and said, "Yuan-ge'er, you have been fortunate enough to be transferred to Wuzhou by the Emperor's grace. You must be careful to obey the Emperor's grace and repay the Emperor's kindness. You must be careful in your words and deeds in your daily life."

After rambling on for a while, Zheng Boyuan just listened to the Marquis of Pingxi with a smile. It wasn't until almost lunchtime that Zheng Boyuan took his leave from the Marquis of Pingxi's study and went to the courtyard of Old Madam Zheng.

Today, Madam Zheng invited Zheng Boyuan to stay for dinner, and also called Xu Zhi and Zheng Yuanyuan over, having her kitchen prepare the three children's favorite dishes, and they ate together.

After the meal, Zheng Boyuan took his leave and went home. After the three children had left her courtyard, Old Madam Zheng turned her gaze back and sighed deeply.

Back in his courtyard, Zheng Boyuan asked Xu Zhi and Zheng Yuanyuan, "I heard that Zheng Boyun went to study at the Jiangnan Academy. How could the Lady of Pingxi Marquis bear to part with him?"

Upon hearing this, Zheng Yuanyuan smiled and said, "Of course she's reluctant. This time, the Marquis was furious and forced the Marquis's wife to send Brother Yun away. The Marquis's wife has cried countless times because of this."

Zheng Boyuan frowned and said, "Boyun really needs to be disciplined. A grown man, yet he can't lift a finger or carry a heavy load. He's good for neither literature nor martial arts. He has no interest in studying or practicing martial arts. Who knows when someone will find fault with him and come to the Marquis's mansion?"

Zheng Yuanyuan nodded and said, "That's true. The incident that Brother Yun made last time was a laughing stock in the capital. The Marquis was ridiculed because of it. I guess that's why the Marquis made up his mind. Otherwise, he wouldn't care whether the children are well-educated or not."

Upon hearing Zheng Yuanyuan's words, Zheng Boyuan frowned and gently reprimanded her, "Shut up! No matter what, she is your elder. How can you slander her like this behind her back?"

Zheng Yuanyuan, having learned her lesson, quickly apologized, saying, "Brother, Yuanyuan will never do it again."

Zheng Boyuan nodded, but when he turned around, he didn't realize that Zheng Yuanyuan was making a face at Xu Zhi with her back to him. When Xu Zhi saw this, she shook her head and smiled gently. She was very happy that Zheng Yuanyuan's personality had become so lively. When a person is lively, they are less likely to go astray and can always think positively about things.

Seeing that it was still early, Zheng Boyuan said to Xu Zhi, "I'll accompany you for a stroll in the streets this afternoon."

Upon hearing this, Zheng Yuanyuan quickly said, "Brother, I want to go too! I want to go too!"

Wang Mama coughed lightly twice, winked at Zheng Yuanyuan, and gently shook her head. Zheng Yuanyuan immediately understood and said with a smile, "Oh dear, look at me, I still have a handkerchief I haven't finished embroidering. I'll be giving it away in a couple of days. Brother and sister-in-law, you two have a good time shopping. I won't go. Just remember to bring me some cakes from our own shop when you come back. I've been craving them these past few days."

Xu Zhi lowered her head after hearing Zheng Yuanyuan's words, a faint blush rising on her cheeks. Zheng Boyuan didn't react much, nodding and saying, "In that case, you should stay home and do your homework. Your sister-in-law and I will go out for a stroll and bring you back anything fun we find."

After saying that, he took Xu Zhi's hand and walked towards the stable. Xu Zhi felt very embarrassed in front of so many servants. She lowered her head and let Zheng Boyuan lead her forward by the hand. She tried to pull her hand back, but Zheng Boyuan squeezed it tightly and said, "I am not at home most of the year. It is only right that I accompany my wife out for a stroll when I am finally home."

Xu Zhi stopped struggling and was led by Zheng Boyuan to the stable.

Inside the stables were two carriages, one for Xu Zhi and the other for Zheng Yuanyuan. There were also several tall, fine horses, all personally selected by Zheng Boyuan. The groom was a retired soldier who had lost his family in his hometown and was introduced by Zheng Boyuan to help feed the horses after his discharge.

Zheng Boyuan did not ride a horse, but rode in a carriage with Xu Zhi. The driver was specially hired from the old lady's estate. He was highly skilled in martial arts and not only drove the carriage but also served as a guard.

Zheng Boyuan naturally knew the background of these people. He nodded to the coachman and said, "Please go to the Treasure Pavilion."

Upon hearing this, the coachman smiled and turned the carriage around. Xu Zhi, sitting inside, heard Zheng Boyuan's words and asked him, "What are we going to the Treasure Pavilion for?"

Zheng Boyuan said, "My wife, we've been married for so long, and I've never bought you any decent jewelry. Today, let me buy you some pieces that you like."

Xu Zhi smiled and said, "I have plenty of jewelry, I don't need to buy any more."

Zheng Boyuan insisted, "Listen to your husband."

The carriage went to the Treasure Pavilion in the capital, the largest jewelry store in the city, which led the fashion trend and produced exquisite jewelry that was very popular among the noble ladies of the capital.

The Treasure Pavilion occupies a large area, with a height of three floors. It is the most magnificent building on the street. After entering, a smiling teenage girl will come forward to serve you. First, she will ask what kind of jewelry you want to buy, and then she will recommend items based on your price range.

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