Perhaps due to shyness, Xiao Zhao was noticeably reserved during lunch.
Throughout the process, Qu Feiyan would occasionally serve food to Xiao Zhao.
After the meal, while the others were cleaning up in the kitchen, Qu Feiyan suddenly pulled Xiao Zhao out of the kitchen and slipped up to Chu Qinghe.
When Xiao Zhao walked up to Chu Qinghe, she still kept her head down, her expression clearly showing some restraint and worry.
Qu Feiyan, however, after letting go of Xiao Zhao's hand, squatted down next to Chu Qinghe and looked at him expectantly, still wearing a sweet smile that was almost cloying.
Clever.
Faced with Qu Feiyan's behavior, Chu Qinghe said irritably, "Just say what you have to say."
Upon hearing this, Qu Feiyan cautiously said, "Young Master, don't you think that I'm the only maid in the house? I spend too much time cleaning every day, leaving me with much less time for cultivation?"
Hearing this, Chu Qinghe understood perfectly what Qu Feiyan meant.
Immediately afterward, as if worried that Chu Qinghe might disagree, Qu Feiyan spoke up again: "Besides, Xiao Zhao is very pitiful. She has no relatives left. Even her own mother doesn't want her. She's all alone and helpless. Why don't you keep her here, young master?"
As she spoke, Qu Feiyan pulled Xiao Zhao over.
However, Xiao Zhao didn't dare to look up when facing Chu Qinghe's gaze.
After pondering for a moment, Chu Qinghe looked at Xiao Zhao and asked, "What does Miss Xiao Zhao think?"
Upon hearing Chu Qinghe's question, Xiao Zhao hesitated for a moment before whispering, "Young Master, I have no way to repay your life-saving grace. If you are willing, I am willing to stay by your side to repay your great kindness."
Chu Qinghe shrugged and said, "Then let's leave it at that!"
Qu Feiyan's face lit up with joy, and she asked, "Young Master, you agree?"
Chu Qinghe responded with a lazy "hmm".
After receiving confirmation from Chu Qinghe, Xiao Zhao's face also showed obvious joy.
"Thank you, young master."
After giving a slight nod, Qu Feiyan pulled Xiao Zhao back into the kitchen.
A moment later, as Dongfang Bubai and Yaoyue came out of the kitchen, and hearing the faint sounds of laughter coming from inside, Dongfang Bubai glanced at Chu Qinghe and said, "That Xiao Zhao, you didn't even know her background before letting her stay like this?"
Chu Qinghe chuckled and said, "Feiyan has already spoken, are we just going to refuse her outright?"
After pausing for a moment, Chu Qinghe continued, "Besides, that girl is not very old. Xiao Zhao is about the same age as her, so they can keep each other company. Otherwise, if she is tormented by the two of you attacking her from both sides all day long, she probably won't be able to stand it."
Qu Feiyan was still quite young. Although she was clever and quick-witted, she was still somewhat reserved and hesitant in front of Dongfang Bubai and Yaoyue.
He was usually trained and disciplined by Dongfang Bubai and Yaoyue.
Having someone of similar age with her is a good thing for that girl.
What's more, this new maid has twin ponytails!
If you're sure the other person doesn't have any bad intentions, who could resist a cute, obedient, and sensible twin-tailed maid?
In response to Chu Qinghe's explanation, Dongfang Bubai said softly, "You treat this girl quite well."
Chu Qinghe shrugged in acknowledgment.
After Qu Feiyan helped Xiao Zhao choose a house, the little girl couldn't wait to drag Xiao Zhao to the street to buy things.
After the two girls returned carrying a bunch of things, Chu Qinghe, who had finished a hand of cards, said, "We'll play again later!" and then got up and went into the kitchen amidst the confusion of Dongfang Bubai and Yaoyue.
A moment later, some noticeable sounds came from the kitchen.
The smell of cooking wafting from the kitchen only fueled Dongfang Bubai and Yaoyue's growing doubts.
When Qu Feiyan also noticed the commotion in the kitchen, she happened to see Chu Qinghe carrying a bowl of noodles out of the kitchen.
Glancing at Qu Feiyan standing at Xiao Zhao's door, Chu Qinghe said calmly, "Perfect timing, come and eat."
After Qu Feiyan sat down, Chu Qinghe pushed the freshly cooked noodles in front of her.
Glancing at the bowl of noodles in front of Qu Feiyan, Dongfang Bubai raised an eyebrow and said, "Longevity noodles, is today your birthday?"
In response to Dongfang Bubai's question, Qu Feiyan first nodded, then looked at Chu Qinghe and said, "But how did you know that today is my birthday, young master?"
Chu Qinghe said lazily, "Didn't you leave your birth date on the document on your first day here? Don't tell me that birth date was made up."
Qu Feiyan tilted her head back and said, "How could that be? I just didn't expect you to remember, young master."
Chu Qinghe said calmly, "It won't taste good when it's cold, eat it quickly!"
Hearing Chu Qinghe's words, Qu Feiyan nodded and then picked up her chopsticks to eat.
Just as Qu Feiyan finished eating the noodles and returned to the kitchen, Xiao Zhao couldn't help but say softly, looking at the cheerful Qu Feiyan, "Young Master is really good to you."
Upon hearing this, Qu Feiyan said proudly, "That's right!"
Finally, looking at Xiao Zhao who was standing to the side with envy, Qu Feiyan smiled and said, "Don't worry! Young Master is a very good person. You'll see in time."
Xiao Zhao nodded gently, and when she turned to look at the courtyard, her eyes held a hint of anticipation.
However, a few breaths later, a hint of worry crept into Xiao Zhao's expectant eyes.
In the courtyard, in the room where Yaoyue was shuffling cards, Dongfang Bubai looked at Chu Qinghe and said, "No wonder you spoiled this girl so much today, it turns out it's because of her birthday."
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