Chapter 14
Shen Jiao searched through Xue Shun's wardrobe and boxes but couldn't find many clothes that could be worn outside.
Most of them are old and out of fashion. The newest and most beautiful one is the one he just made, but he has already worn it once at the Tongcai Festival. It hasn't been long since then, and others may still remember it. If someone says something sarcastic to him, he might get angry again.
Shen Jiao was unwilling to make a decision for him, so she simply took a few clothes and asked him which one he wanted.
Xue Shun hesitated for a long time, but finally chose an old piece of clothing.
Shen Jiao was still puzzled as she helped him dress.
From what she had seen and heard these days, the mistress of Tongcai Villa was definitely not someone who would be harsh on others in such a small matter. Even if there was no outstanding material, he should have a few new clothes according to his quota. Why was his wardrobe full of old clothes?
It was only after Jin Yu told her that she found out.
It turned out that this young man had all the fabrics and clothes he liked taken away to exchange for money, and Shen Jiao also saw the money he saved.
Used it to buy that gorgeous dress that cost more than one hundred taels of silver.
Ask why again.
Jin Yu sighed, "Why else? Last time at the Tongcai Festival, the owner of the manor casually praised the Sixth Young Master's clothes, and he became petty and determined to buy a piece of that gorgeous dress. He didn't even consider whether he had his mother to support him or whether he could earn money. No matter how much he was advised, he wouldn't listen. He could only be frugal, selling this and that, and even almost tearing down the house to get money. Finally, he got what he wanted. Poor us, we don't even get any gifts during the holidays, and we are so stingy when we give them."
"Did the owner praise him?"
"No," Jin Yu also felt that this was awkward but still said, "The owner of the manor is busy and doesn't care about such trivial matters. What kind of clothes you wear is not important. Being able to do something is the serious thing."
"What a pity, it's a lot of money."
"Who says it's not? I told him to sell it and get some money so he can have more money, but he still refused."
Jin Yu shook her head and said nothing more, but her expression showed obvious disapproval. After all, Xue Shun was very poor. He wanted to show off his wealth, but he had already shown off. It was not the first time he had pawned something, so there was no need to be embarrassed. He didn't go out on weekdays and had no use for it, so why did he have to keep it?
Shen Jiao didn't say anything. What they said didn't count in this matter. Why bother to say more? If you like it, just keep it. You have already bought it, and it won't be the same price if you sell it again.
Seeing that it was almost time, they went to Hechunyuan. Jin Yu said it was far away and asked Xue Shun if he wanted a sedan chair to come over.
Xue Shun hesitated for a long time and said, "Forget it, let's just walk. No one else is sitting, so I can't be too conspicuous."
Shen Jiao thought: How can this be considered ostentation?
Jin Yu stopped trying to persuade him and stood aside as a matter of course.
So they walked from the remote Liao'e Courtyard to the flower-filled Hechun Courtyard. Shen Jiao's feet were sore from walking around so much on the way.
After asking quietly, I found out that Hechun Courtyard was close to the main courtyard and near the gate of the villa, and Xue Shun lived in the quiet Liao'e Courtyard because he needed to recuperate. From there to the front yard, one had to cross the entire villa, so it was normal to feel tired.
Jin Yu comforted him, "We'll be there soon."
That's what she just said...
Xue Shun's foot had only been healed for two days, and after walking like this, it seemed to hurt again, so he had to ask someone to support him.
Shen Jiao was a little tired. He wiped the sweat off his face with a handkerchief and asked without thinking:
"It's such a long journey, and we can take a car. Why don't you take a sedan chair?"
Xue Shun gave her a glare.
Jin Yu said helplessly: "Didn't I just tell you that this place is close to the main courtyard?"
Shen Jiao finally realized: "Then we should go and greet the owner and his wife first."
Children appear more sincere when they see their parents walking.
But...it seems like other young masters don't live that far away, right?
Besides, everyone knows that Xue Shun is in poor health. Anyone with a little common sense would not make a fuss about such a small matter. Is there any need to be so cautious?
Ask later.
Shen Jiao suppressed her doubts and walked forward a little. Xue Shun waved his hand and asked them to step back. He straightened his clothes, turned through the hanging flower gate, and went to the main courtyard to see his father and mother first.
It was still Aunt Zhang who spoke out: "Seventeenth Young Master, you are very thoughtful. Unfortunately, the owner of the manor is not at home. He is out with guests. Madam is tired and is resting now. Please come back another day."
"Okay, thank you, Ma'am."
"Hey, Mr. Seventeen, you're welcome."
Nanny Zhang stood on the steps, looking down at people, and seemed to feel a little...pity.
Shen Jiao suspected that she was too tired from walking, so her eyesight was blurry. When she looked again...it was still the same...
Maybe the owner of the manor didn't go out?
Maybe the lady didn't sleep at all?
Maybe both of them were sober and just didn't want to see him?
Shen Jiao felt that she was lying, but it was pointless to delve into such matters.
I don’t know if Xue Shun noticed that expression, but he turned around and headed towards Hechunyuan.
He was not stopped here, and the gatekeeper invited him in directly.
Shen Jiao didn't pay attention to what they said. Her mind was completely focused on the flowers all over the walls and yard. Whether it was the willow branches hanging down like silk ribbons, the morning glory and trumpet creeper all over the wall, or the roses, orchids and azaleas in the yard, they all bloomed so beautifully and wonderfully, with clusters of flowers, making people curious about what kind of person the owner of this yard was?
She glanced at him again and again out of the corner of her eyes until the Sixth Young Master came out smiling and greeted him. Then she calmed down and followed behind to pay her respects.
I listened to them being polite to each other and sitting down hand in hand.
Then he took a sneak peek when someone else came.
Well, it looks like one nose and two eyes.
No butterfly wings or wasp butts.
As half-brothers, the Sixth Young Master and Xue Shun have some similarities. For example, their eyes are a bit round with drooping corners, giving them a pure and honest look.
Especially when speaking politely, those eyes give people a very sincere feeling.
But that's the only similarity, there is no other similarity. He is a head taller than Xue Shun, and his body is slightly wider, but he doesn't look stout. There is a kind of unrestrained and unrestrained demeanor of a madman in his every move, perhaps because of his clothes, with thin and flowing sleeves and a wide-open collar.
At a glance, one can see the longing in the poem... the longing... the red beans...
The strong muscles are also faintly visible...
He wasn't wearing shoes, and it seemed... he wasn't wearing any trousers either...
It's okay to wear this when you're enjoying the cool air in your own yard, but it's a bit rude to do so when guests come to your house.
Let’s not talk about what Xue Shun thinks.
The Eleventh Young Master, however, acted as if he was used to it. As soon as he sat down, he threw down his shoes and shouted, "Seventeenth Brother, don't be restrained. We are all brothers. It's no big deal if we get stripped naked. It's so damn hot in this damn weather, and I want to die. But this little girl is still talking about etiquette. It seems that etiquette is more important than her son's life. Sixth Brother, tell me, is there any justice in this?"
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