"Baochuan, don't you always like the hairpins from Yucuilou? They just released some new ones yesterday. Go pick out a few to wear, and go out for a walk to clear your head. You've been sick for so many days, don't get bored."
"Take these silver notes and go out to buy some nice jewelry to wear. My Baochuan has the best color, so she should be paired with more beautiful jewelry." Hongxiu, the maidservant beside Madam Wang, took out the silver notes that had been prepared in advance and handed them to Xiaolian.
"Thank you, Mother. You're so kind." Mo Qian was overjoyed to see Madam Wang slip her more silver notes. No one complained, and there was plenty of money.
During this time, Madam Wang was happy to see that Mo Qian had recovered, and she also brought along some tonics such as bird's nest and donkey-hide gelatin, as well as expensive fabrics such as Yun brocade and Shu brocade.
There was also a constant stream of gold and silver jewelry being sent to Moqian's courtyard, and these silver notes were given out more than once.
These past few days, because Prime Minister Wang and his wife were worried, they rested well for a few more days. They were also bored staying in the mansion, so it was indeed time to go out and see the outside world.
"Mother, I'm bringing you some cloud cakes that you love the most." After getting ready, Mo Qian left with Xiao Lian and two servants.
"Miss, there are so many people!" Xiao Lian hadn't stopped smiling since she left the manor, chattering away like a lark.
"Yes, that's right." Although Mo Qian knew about the grandeur of the capital from the original owner's memories, those were just images; she hadn't personally experienced such reality.
Now, in this peaceful and prosperous era, people live and work in peace and contentment. Some families with skills can also do small businesses under the emperor's nose to supplement their income. The entire capital city presents a vibrant and harmonious scene.
"Ah! My purse, Miss, something terrible has happened! The money has been stolen!" Xiaolian suddenly shouted.
Just as Mo Qian was immersed in the lively atmosphere of the city, a shrill voice interrupted her.
After regaining my senses, I saw a nimble figure dart away quite a distance. Just as I was about to lead my men to chase after it...
Suddenly, a person darted out from the side and ran forward quickly. They grabbed a rattle drum, a toy for children, from a nearby stall and threw it forward.
It hit the thief right on the leg. The force caused the thief to fall forward, drop the money bag, and run away in a panic. Meanwhile, the other person picked up the money bag and walked towards Mo Qian.
Mo Qian had already noticed that it was Xue Pinggui who was chasing after them, so she wasn't in a hurry and followed behind at a leisurely pace.
"It's you. We meet again. I didn't expect you to be the one who lost the purse earlier." Xue Pinggui approached Mo Qian, pretending to have just recognized her, and curled his lips into a smile.
His face was sincere, he was nine feet tall, with broad shoulders and a square face, large ears, a straight nose and a square mouth, red lips and white teeth, and he wore a white robe, exuding a chivalrous air.
"Well, Xiao Lian, you should thank this young hero. Without his help, it would have been quite a hassle to get this money pouch back."
Mo Qian nodded to Xue Pinggui, then turned to Xiao Lian beside her and said.
“Yes, Miss.” Xiao Lian stepped forward, took the money bag from Xue Pinggui’s hand, and looked excited.
"Young hero, thank you so much! That thief was despicable. Luckily, you helped me get my money back. Otherwise, I would have been in big trouble and would have been scolded by my wife."
"It's a pity he got away, otherwise we would have definitely caught him in jail!" After expressing her gratitude, Xiaolian recalled the thief who stole her purse, her face full of indignation.
It was as if he was about to fight the thief when he encountered him!
"Miss Xiaolian, you're too kind. It was just a small favor. I happened to be passing by and happened to be there. Your young lady is too kind."
When Xue Pinggui saw that he had intended to strike up a conversation with Wang Baochuan, but instead a maid came to thank him, his face stiffened slightly, but he quickly recovered. However, all of this was observed by Mo Qian.
From the original owner's memories, it was learned that the thief who stole the money bag knew Xue Pinggui!
Then this act of intervening in injustice and drawing one's sword to help becomes worth considering.
This attempt to strike up a conversation failed, but Xue Pinggui probably won't give up easily.
"Xiao Lian, you talk to this chivalrous man first. I'm a little tired. I'll go to Jade Green Pavilion and wait for you. I'll come over after you've finished talking to him."
While Xiaolian was thanking Xue Rengui, Mo Qian suggested leaving. She really didn't want to see that hypocritical and sanctimonious face. If she stayed any longer, she was afraid she wouldn't be able to resist kicking him!
After saying that, Mo Qian walked forward, followed closely by two servants, whose faces looked rather unpleasant.
This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to show one's face in front of the Third Miss. If one can catch the thief, one might win the Third Miss's favor and have a better future.
In the end, everything was ruined by this kid who came out halfway through, and I couldn't help but feel resentful.
“Yes, Miss,” Xiaolian replied crisply.
He turned to thank Xue Pinggui again, and thinking of the rattle that had hit the thief's leg earlier, he took out a piece of silver from his purse.
“Sir, I saw that you took a rattle from a roadside stall and used it to hit the thief. I will accept this silver as compensation for the rattle.”
As Xiaolian spoke, she handed the silver to Xue Pinggui.
"No need for that. A rattle drum doesn't cost much, so Miss Xiaolian doesn't need to pay back. Besides, the rattle drum is in good condition. Apart from a few scratches, it's not damaged at all. I'll just buy it and give it to the neighbor's child."
Xue Pinggui saw the silver coin that Xiaolian handed him and really wanted it, but in order to cast a long line to catch a big fish, he could only grit his teeth and pretend to be generous.
Accepting this silver coin is a small matter, but it would be bad if word got back to Wang Baochuan, as it would damage her public image.
"Xiao Lian, there's no need to thank me. It was just a small favor. Your young lady is almost gone, so hurry up and catch up with her. Don't delay her business." Xue Pinggui looked like he was thinking of Wang Baochuan.
"Okay, thank you in advance, sir. I'll go after my young lady now."
Seeing that Xue Pinggui really didn't want to accept the silver, Xiaolian put it back in her purse and felt even more favorably toward him, for he was truly a chivalrous and righteous man.
He then hurriedly chased after his young mistress in the direction she had left.
Xue Pinggui watched the departing figures of the two women, mistress and servant, his eyes darkening slightly. After staring for a couple of seconds, he walked in the direction the thief had fled...
On the other side, just as Mo Qian was about to reach the entrance of Yu Cui Lou, Xiao Lian caught up with her as fast as she could.
"Miss, we've finally... caught up with you." Xiaolian patted her chest, panting.
"No need to rush, just walk slowly." Mo Qian shook her head, looking at Xiao Lian's heavy breathing, with a disapproving expression.
"That won't do. I'm the only maid who came out with Miss. It wouldn't be good if I wasn't there to serve her when she needs something." Xiaolian replied with a serious expression after calming her breathing.
"Alright, alright, I'll let you serve me. I'll take you everywhere I go." Mo Qian replied to Xiao Lian with a helpless yet doting smile, mimicking the original owner's manner.
The group then entered the Jade Green Pavilion.
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