Jiang Segu really didn't want to hear anyone constantly asking her to be their slave. Perhaps because of Luo Xiaohua, she felt resistant to such words of gratitude!
"Young master, there's no need to thank me!"
Jiang Segu introduced Gu Songhan to the boy, "This is Deputy Commander Gu of the Northern City Military Command. He has found your silver. He also saved me!"
I am your benefactor, but he is my benefactor. You should thank me, but I should thank him. He even helped you find your money back. In this way, he is your true benefactor. If you want to thank someone, thank him!
The boy was a little confused by what Jiang Segu said, but it's never a bad thing to be polite, so he thanked him first!
"He Quan is very grateful to Deputy Commander Gu. He Quan will never forget Deputy Commander Gu's great kindness..."
Gu Songhan couldn't stand listening to any of this. He only wanted to get Jiang Segu far away from He Quan, so he gave Shao Zhengnan a look!
Shao Zhengnan immediately perked up and interrupted He Quan, "Young Master He, come with me to the Military Command to retrieve your lost silver. That way you can go home sooner and save your family from worrying!"
Instantly, He Quan's expression darkened, and he remained silent for a moment.
Seeing this, Jiang Segu quickly changed the subject, "Is this your first time in the capital, Young Master He? If so, why not stay a few more days so I can show you some hospitality! But you're injured right now, so perhaps you should..."
He changed his mind before speaking, saying, "Go to Deputy Commander Gu's house to recover first. Once you've healed, we can discuss this further!"
As long as Jiang Segu doesn't suggest sending someone to the Marquis of Changping's residence, how could Gu Songhan possibly refuse?
He Quan waved his hand repeatedly, saying that this was too much of a disturbance.
Jiang Segu said nonchalantly, "The Vice Commander Gu's courtyard is quite large. You're just sitting around doing nothing anyway. If you're really embarrassed, you can do whatever you can while you're recovering from your injuries!"
Gu Songhan liked Jiang Segu's air of being the mistress of his house, and without giving He Quan a chance to refuse, he said, "It's settled then!"
He Quan was somewhat bewildered. Was all kindness in the capital city tinged with such domineering behavior?
"Deputy Commander Gu, Young Master He is injured. Perhaps we should find a doctor to treat him first..."
Gu Songhan suddenly had a strong urge to get injured!
"Go find a doctor!"
Shao Zhengnan responded and rushed off.
The waiter in the shop was very perceptive and stepped forward to respectfully invite the group to a private room to wait for the doctor, and thoughtfully prepared tea and snacks.
The private rooms are divided into inner and outer rooms.
There was a small couch in the inner room. Jiang Segu asked the waiter to help He Quan to the inner room to rest, while she and Gu Songhan sat on chairs in the outer room and talked.
"Just now, you said you took the antidote beforehand. How did you anticipate that Dong Xuzhi would give you muscle-relaxing powder?"
"I always carry antidotes for various poisons prepared by Uncle Li. I don't know what Dong Xuzhi will do, so to be on the safe side, I took the antidote prepared by Uncle Li in advance."
As Gu Songhan spoke, he took out a small sky-blue porcelain bottle from his pocket and handed it to Jiang Segu.
Jiang Segu took it out of curiosity, opened the stopper, and poured out a pill of the Hundred-Cure Pill to take a look.
The Bai Jie Dan is small and black, just like any other ordinary pill.
Jiang Segu put the pills back into the porcelain bottle and then handed the bottle back to Gu Songhan.
Gu Songhan did not accept it, saying, "I'll give you this Hundred-Cure Pill, just in case!"
If Li Changshan knew that he had painstakingly prepared this hundred-cures pill for three years, only to have it so easily given to Jiang Segu by Gu Songhan, he would be furious!
Jiang Segu hesitated for a moment, but still insisted on returning the Hundred-Cure Pill to Gu Songhan, saying, "I'm just a young lady, I don't need this!"
Then the conversation turned to the death of Xiao's mother.
"Aunt Lan said that there might be something wrong with Xiao's mother's death. I don't know anyone in this field, so I was wondering if you could help me find someone to investigate."
"After I take you back, have Aunt Hou show me the way."
Jiang Segu actually wanted to go and see, but she really didn't have the guts, and she trusted Gu Songhan to go himself!
After the doctor examined He Quan, it was already noon, so Gu Songhan took Jiang Segu to a famous restaurant in the north of the city for a meal.
He Quan naturally followed along.
During the meal, Jiang Segu, fearing that He Quan might feel awkward, asked, "I wonder what Young Master He was looking to buy at that jewelry shop?"
He Quan said somewhat shyly, "I'd like to buy a flower ornament as a gift..."
Jiang Segu instantly understood when she saw his embarrassed look!
"It's fate that we met. I have a jewelry shop. After you finish eating, come and pick out some jewelry there. I guarantee the prices will be fair and honest! As for me, I'll reluctantly act as your advisor and help you choose a flower ornament!"
"That would be wonderful! Thank you in advance, young lady!"
"These are all minor matters! By the way, what kind of flowers and fabrics does the girl you're sending flowers to usually prefer?"
"She rarely carries these things, so I don't know..."
"When we get to the shop, I'll have someone bring you a lot of flower ornaments to choose from. Take a look and see which one suits you best!"
He Quan thanked Jiang Segu again.
Seeing the two chatting happily, Gu Songhan could only comfort himself that He Quan had someone he liked!
It was clear that the two talked about jewelry and food, and became closer and closer as they talked. Gu Songhan tried to interrupt Jiang Segu's conversation several times by serving her food and even tried to speak, but he couldn't. Gu Songhan felt that He Quan was a very immoral husband!
Qiaohe stood to the side, suppressing a laugh. The way her son-in-law acted jealous of that three-year-old was just too funny!
After the group finished their meal, Jiang Segu said to Gu Songhan in what he considered to be a very considerate manner, "You are busy with official duties, so go ahead and do yours. After I finish helping Young Master He choose the flower arrangement, I will take him to your residence on the way!"
Although she still acted like the lady of the house, Gu Songhan wasn't very happy at the moment!
"There's nothing much going on at the Military Command today. Besides, Madam Hou needs to guide me to the place where Madam Xiao was buried!"
Thus, the group arrived at Qing Si Fang.
Jiang Segu had the shopkeeper bring out a lot of flower ornaments, as well as some hairpins, earrings, and other items for He Quan to choose from.
Looking at the dazzling array of jewelry, He Quan was at a loss as to which to choose.
Jiang Segu introduced everything very enthusiastically.
“Look at the design of this flower ornament, it’s Thalictrum lucidum, it’s quite elegant… This one is pink flowering plum, the design is simpler… This one is mallow, a new product from Qing Si Fang this year… This one is…”
Just as Jiang Segu was getting hoarse from explaining, Gu Songhan handed him a cup of tea and glared at He Quan out of the corner of his eye.
Jiang Segu took the teacup and drank it all in one gulp before saying, "Young Master He, after looking at so many, haven't you found any that catch your eye?"
He Quan was embarrassed to admit that he was overwhelmed by the choices and didn't know which one to choose!
Gu Songhan really didn't want Jiang Segu to bother him anymore, so he reluctantly said, "Giving gifts isn't just about the style; it's also about the sentiment! If the sentiment is there, even a few coins can make someone happy!"
Upon hearing this, He Quan felt it made a lot of sense and immediately asked for his advice humbly.
Gu Songhan glanced at the many floral ornaments, then looked sideways at He Quan, "Choose one that was in full bloom when you first met!"
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