There's a reason why Chu Jinjin isn't interested in jewelry. In the apocalypse, there's just too much gold and jewelry. If you wanted, you could pile up a mountain of gold and silver, but even a mountain of silver might not be enough to buy a bag of rice.
All spiritual enjoyment is first and foremost based on basic needs like food and clothing.
Chu Lanlan liked it very much.
Seeing the shop owner pick up another item, Chu Jinjin simply said, "Please bring more, the more the better."
After thinking for a moment, he pulled out a silver note and slammed it on the table: "Pay this amount."
The boss didn't pay much attention at first; after all, a remarkable woman like her was bound to be generous. But when he saw the amount on the bill, he almost lost his footing: "..."
Ten thousand taels?
Chu Lanlan was completely stunned: "Third sister, what are you doing?"
Chu Jinjin, being wealthy and generous, said, "I'll add some dowry for you."
Now she's the head of the household.
When she got married, her bridal procession stretched for miles; Chu Lanlan's wedding could not be less than that.
The boss understood, and said with difficulty, "But, but..."
Jewelry is expensive, but no matter how expensive, it's still just gold and silver.
The headwear can't be too heavy; it's just gold and silver with some jewelry, and the jewelry store mainly makes a profit from the labor cost.
Ten thousand taels of silver—enough to bury a person alive.
Chu Jinjin gave him advice: "Don't just bring hairpins, bring all the pendants, bracelets and the like."
The boss understood and responded loudly.
Then, one waiter was replaced by a group, each holding a tray with both hands.
After getting a general idea of the prices, Chu Jinjin, like a domineering CEO from a later era, waved her hand and said, "No need to try them on, I'll take them all."
Chu Lanlan: "..."
Then the old nanny who was in charge of serving the female guests arrived. In no time, she was covered in golden light, like a walking treasure tree.
Chu Lanlan: "...Third sister, this doesn't look good."
She felt like she couldn't walk anymore; her hair was almost completely covered in jewelry worth ten thousand taels of silver, her body was jingling, and she had five or six bracelets on her wrists.
Chu Jinjin circled around her, very satisfied; this was exactly the effect she wanted.
Just then, a waiter rushed upstairs, his face beaming with joy: "Fourth Miss, Young Master Yang has arrived."
Chu Lanlan's fiancé, Yang Yu, inherited his father's genes and is now a Juren (a successful candidate in the provincial examination). He is just waiting for the metropolitan examination next spring. If nothing unexpected happens, he will be one of the new Jinshi (successful candidates in the highest imperial examination).
When they got engaged, Chu Jinjin had only caught a glimpse of him from afar and remembered him as quite good-looking. Today, seeing him up close, he was indeed very handsome.
When Yang Yu saw his fiancée, his affectionate gaze froze for a moment.
Chu Lanlan lowered her head shyly and said weakly, "Third Sister is helping me try on jewelry."
She refused to admit that she dressed like a nouveau riche.
Chu Jinjin was sensible.
Before marriage, men and women should not touch each other, especially in a scholarly family like the Yang family, which is very traditional. Since the two rarely have the opportunity to meet outside, Chu Jinjin decided to give them a chance.
Just as he was about to leave with the waiter, Yang Yu bowed deeply and said, "Third Sister, please don't go. I have something to say."
Chu Jinjin pointed to herself: "Looking for me?"
Yang Yu nodded slightly, and when only the three of them remained in the room, he said solemnly, "My father asked me to pass on a message to you: if you attend the banquet tonight, you don't need to worry about the Yang family's reputation; do whatever you want."
Chu Jinjin understood.
Yes, these are real relatives.
She had this concern before. Since no one in her family pursued an official career, there was nothing to be afraid of. What she was worried about was the impact on the Yang family. After all, they were cousins, and one was a powerful city gate magistrate while the other was a lowly official.
Chu Jinjin said solemnly, "Thank you, Lord Yang."
Yang Yu continued, "My cousin is facing a promotion recently, and I suppose he has received some instructions. My father also told my third sister that if she encounters any problems that she cannot solve, she should not hide them. Although he is a poor book copyist, he is qualified to meet the emperor."
Chu Jinjin sighed, "Lanlan is truly blessed to have married you."
Given the Chu family's situation, most people would be trying to avoid them.
Chu Lanlan lowered her head in embarrassment.
After chatting casually for a few minutes, Chu Jinjin left the space to the young couple who were exchanging glances, turned around and went downstairs, buying a small dagger studded with gemstones on the way.
The imperial court did not have a law prohibiting the carrying of weapons, but in many situations, it was inappropriate to wear them.
This is a decorative dagger, not sharpened.
After a short while, Yang Yu came downstairs, bidding farewell with a happy expression.
It's almost lunchtime.
The two sisters boarded the carriage, and after a short while, Chu Jinjin suddenly lifted the curtain: "To the West Market."
Chu Lanlan had just met her lover, and now she seemed to be surrounded by pink bubbles, speaking in a sweet and coquettish voice: "Third sister, what are you doing in the West Market?"
The capital city was divided into the East and West markets. The East market was the most prestigious, and it was inhabited mostly by high-ranking officials and nobles. The West market was the opposite.
After saying that, she suddenly remembered something, and her tone instantly returned to normal: "Are we going to see... Xu Xun?"
My old home was completely empty after the move. Although they didn't kick me out, I was too ashamed to continue living there.
The Xu family is temporarily staying at a small inn in the West Market.
When Chu Lanlan went out in the morning, she heard a servant report that Xu Xun's mother had argued with the innkeeper for some unknown reason.
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