Chapter 197 Candied Haws



Qin Wenyuan breathed in the fresh air and called out, "Pei Jinxiao, when did you arrive in the capital?"

Prince Jing Pei Jinxiao walked out of the crowd with a faint smile on his face, and replied: "I just arrived not long ago, and I happened to meet you. Master Qin, long time no see, you are still as elegant as ever."

Qin Wenyuan smiled slightly, but his eyes did not hide the teasing meaning: "Prince Pei, I cannot bear your compliment. However, the way you are dressed makes me almost unable to recognize you."

Pei Jinxiao smiled gently and brushed off the dust on his robe: "Master Qin, thank you for your praise. I have something to ask of you today. I wonder if Master Qin is willing to help?"

Qin Wenyuan's eyes flashed with curiosity, and he said, "Your Majesty, please tell me. As long as I can do it, I will do my best."

The two of them strolled along the bustling streets of the capital, surrounded by the sounds of hawking and laughter, creating a lively scene.

Pei Jinxiao said: "In recent years, there have been constant wars on the border of Western Wei, and the people are living in hardship. I want to set up an orphanage in the capital to take in those orphans who have lost their parents and give them a warm home. But this matter involves a lot of things, and I need a capable assistant to help."

Qin Wenyuan heard this, and a trace of thought flashed in his eyes. After a moment, he nodded and agreed: "Don't worry, Your Majesty, I will do my best. But how should this orphanage be managed to ensure that the children can truly benefit?"

Pei Jinxiao smiled slightly and said, "This is exactly what I want to ask you. Young Master Qin is very smart, I believe you can come up with a proper plan."

As they were talking, the two of them had already walked to a teahouse. Qin Wenyuan said, "Your Majesty, how about we go in and have a cup of tea while discussing this matter?"

Pei Jinxiao nodded in agreement, and the two walked into the teahouse and found a corner to sit down. The teahouse was bustling, but the two seemed to be in another world, concentrating on discussing the planning of the orphanage.

"Young Master Qin, how do you think an orphanage should select and manage teachers?" Pei Jinxiao asked.

Qin Wenyuan thought for a moment and said, "First, we must select teachers who are caring and responsible. Second, we must provide strict training to teachers to ensure that they are competent for their educational work. Finally, we must establish a complete assessment system to regularly evaluate teachers to ensure the quality of teaching."

After hearing this, Pei Jinxiao's eyes flashed with approval: "Yes, I think we can also set up some reward mechanisms to encourage teachers to serve the children better."

The two of them continued their discussion while drinking tea. They seemed to ignore the noise in the teahouse, and their world was filled with only the planning of the orphanage.

At this time, a boy in ragged clothes approached them quietly, with a hint of timidity in his eyes. Qin Wenyuan noticed him, smiled slightly, and handed him a copper coin: "Little brother, this is yours."

The boy's eyes widened, and he took the copper coin with a grateful smile on his face. Pei Jinxiao saw this and asked, "Master Qin, who is this child?"

Qin Wenyuan said softly: "This child should be an orphan and live in poverty. I think our orphanage is to help children like this."

Pei Jinxiao's eyes flashed with emotion, and he said, "Yes, we want these children to feel loved and have a bright future."

"Pei Jinxiao, you're here just in time! Today's weather is nice, perfect for a walk."

Before he finished speaking, Jing Wang Pei Jinxiao, wearing a purple robe, walked lightly into the gate of Qin Mansion. He had a heroic look between his eyebrows and a gentle smile on his lips, giving people a sense of intimacy.

"Brother Qin, it's been a long time since we last met. You're still as charming and elegant as ever." Pei Jinxiao bowed and said with a smile.

Qin Wenyuan laughed and patted Pei Jinxiao's shoulder enthusiastically: "Brother Pei, you are too kind. Today I invite you to visit the capital and experience the folk customs."

The two talked as they walked out of the Qin residence and came to the bustling streets of the capital. It was afternoon, the sun was shining brightly, and the streets were bustling with people.

"Brother Qin, look at these streets and alleys, they are so lively and bustling, it really makes people feel a lot of emotion." Pei Jinxiao looked around and couldn't help but sigh.

Qin Wenyuan smiled slightly: "Yes, Brother Pei, do you still remember the days when we played together on the streets of Beijing?"

Pei Jinxiao nodded, a trace of nostalgia flashed in his eyes: "I remember, we were carefree at that time, and we only knew how to play all day. Now, time flies, we are all adults, shouldering the heavy responsibility of our family and country."

As they talked, they came to a teahouse. The teahouse was filled with fragrance and customers were coming in an endless stream. Qin Wenyuan suggested going in for a cup of tea, and Pei Jinxiao readily agreed.

After entering the teahouse, the two found a corner and sat down. The teahouse owner saw this and immediately came over to ask, "My two guests, what kind of tea would you like to order?"

Qin Wenyuan said: "Two cups of Biluochun."

The teahouse owner responded and turned to get the tea. At this time, a woman walked past Qin Wenyuan. She was dressed in green, with picturesque features and light steps.

Pei Jinxiao couldn't help but take a closer look and sighed, "Brother Qin, look at this woman. She has a beautiful appearance and elegant temperament. She is really attractive."

Qin Wenyuan smiled and said teasingly: "Brother Pei, are you attracted to her?"

Pei Jinxiao blushed and quickly explained: "Brother Qin misunderstood, I just think this woman is beautiful, I have no other intentions."

As they were talking, the teahouse owner had already brought the tea. The two of them chatted while sipping tea in a harmonious atmosphere.

At this time, a little girl in red came over, holding a piece of paper in her hand, and said with a smile: "Two brothers, do you want to buy candied haws?"

Qin Wenyuan looked at the little girl, with a hint of tenderness in his eyes: "Little sister, are the candied haws you sell delicious?"

The little girl said proudly: "Of course it's delicious! The candied haws in my house are sweet and sour. I want to eat more after I eat them."

Pei Jinxiao asked curiously: "Little sister, what's your name?"

The little girl blinked her eyes and smiled, "My name is Xiaomei. Brothers, please buy a string of candied haws. They are very cheap."

Qin Wenyuan and Pei Jinxiao smiled at each other, and Qin Wenyuan took out a few copper coins and handed them to the little girl: "Okay, Xiaomei, let's buy one string."

The little girl took the coin and said happily, "Thank you, brothers! Please wait a moment, I will get it right away."

Watching the little girl run away happily, Qin Wenyuan smiled and said, "Brother Pei, this Xiaomei is so cute."

Pei Jinxiao nodded and said, "Yes, seeing her reminds me of us when we were little."

After a while, the little girl ran back with a string of candied haws. Qin Wenyuan and Pei Jinxiao took the candied haws and tasted them. The candied haws were sweet and sour, and they were delicious and left a lasting aftertaste.

At this time, a man in black suddenly broke into the teahouse. He had a sharp gaze and a serious expression. He walked up to Qin Wenyuan and Pei Jinxiao, and said with a bow, "Brother Qin, Brother Pei, my host invites you."

Qin Wenyuan and Pei Jinxiao looked at each other and knew that something important had happened. They paid the bill to the teahouse owner and followed the man in black out of the teahouse.


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