When the mother and daughter were halfway back, they met Gao Miao and Gao Yunting, who were jogging anxiously looking for someone.

At this time, there are more people on the streets than when they came, because these two days are the Lantern Festival, and men, women, old and young all come out to walk around and enjoy the scenery that only appears for two days a year.

Gao Yunting was sweating profusely. He supported Gao Miao, who had just stopped, and gasped for breath.

"Xiao Miao, why don't we split up and look for it."

Gao Miao looked at the crowd steadily and said, "Found it!"

In the crowd, where the lights are dim.

Gao Zhi held Xie's arm, and the other person was holding a lantern, and they walked towards this side, talking and laughing.

Gao Yunting looked around, "Where is it?"

"There." Gao Miao walked towards Gao Zhi and Xie.

Gao Yunting looked over there and saw Gao Zhi and Xie.

"I saw them, too."

"Mother, Jiaojiao."

"Auntie, Jiaojiao."

Gao Zhi looked at them in surprise, "Why are you guys out too? Aren't you studying at home?"

Gao Miao asked: "You guys haven't been home for so long, we were worried so we came out to look for you."

Gao Zhi smiled and said, "It's so lively outside. My mother and I forgot the time while we were walking around. Aren't we going back now? Let's go, you guys should go back too. There are too many people outside. It's quiet at home. You guys should rest more."

It’s been closed for nine days.

That takes energy and stamina.

She will help them take good care of themselves in the next few days.

Gao Miao nodded.

The four of them turned around and went back to the shop together.

When he got home, Gao Miao noticed the wet moss on the toes of Gao Zhi's shoes. He frowned slightly, suddenly pulled Gao Zhi's hand, and his brows immediately furrowed.

"Jiaojiao, why are your hands so cold?"

"Oh, maybe it was because of the wind outside. Mom and I took a walk by the river." Gao Zhi pulled his hand back. "Are you hungry? Do you want to have a midnight snack?"

Gao Miao shook his head.

Gao Yunting also shook his head.

Gao Zhi noticed that Gao Miao had been looking at her, so she waved her hand and said, "I'll go back to my room first. Don't be too tired and rest early. If you study well during normal times, you won't have to worry about these few days."

These few days, you should relax appropriately. "

After saying that, she walked around Gao Miao and left.

Gao Miao sniffed hard and smelled a faint scent emanating from Gao Zhi. The scent was mixed, with the smell of wine, scented powder, and sandalwood.

After Gao Zhi left, Gao Miao was still in deep thought.

Gao Yunting saw him standing still and reached out to touch him.

"Xiao Miao, what are you daydreaming about? Why don't you go back to your room and read a book?"

Gao Miao walked back to his room.

Leave Gao Yunting where he is.

Gao Yunting was confused and scratched his head in bewilderment.

What's going on?

Why do they all seem a little weird?

Gao Zhi didn't know that Gao Miao smelled the scent on her. After she went back to the room to wash up, she took out the herbs she had picked during the day and fiddled with them alone in the room.

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The next day, neither Gao Zhi nor Xie went out.

Gao Miao and Gao Yunting rarely go out. They get up early in the morning to read books, write articles, and sometimes sit together to discuss.

Gao Zhi got a headache listening to those flowery things and didn't like them very much.

But they didn't go out, and someone came to their door.

Shopkeeper Xu and his wife came together.

Gao Zhi accompanied Xie to receive them in the hall. Xie was very puzzled by their sudden visit.

What is this for?

"Please take a seat, both of you!" Since they were guests, Mrs. Xie entertained them politely.

After all, the children of the two families are classmates, and I heard that they have a good relationship.

"Thank you, Mrs. Gao."

"Just call me Sister Xie." Xie didn't like people calling her Mrs. Gao. She had nothing to do with the Gao family.

Although her son's surname is Gao, she is not a widow.

Shopkeeper Xu quickly changed his words, "Thank you, Sister."

Mrs. Xie looked at them and said, "The children will have their exams in a couple of days. What do you two want to talk to me about?"

Xie doesn't like beating around the bush, especially with people she's not familiar with.

Shopkeeper Xu and his wife exchanged glances quickly, and Mrs. Xu looked at Gao Zhi beside her in embarrassment.

Xie understood and said calmly, "This is my daughter. We don't need to avoid her when it comes to anything in my family.

Please speak directly if you have anything to say."

Upon hearing this, Shopkeeper Xu and his wife were surprised.

They all found out that Xie's daughter was only eleven years old, but she looked like a grown-up girl, even taller than the petite girl.

Moreover, it is said that this little girl has some outstanding qualities. At such a young age, she helps Xie manage the workshop.

Madam Xu smiled and looked at Mrs. Xie, "Sister Xie, our Xu Guang and Gao Miao were classmates.

Over the years, our Xu Guang often mentioned Gao Miao at home, saying that Gao Miao took good care of him in the academy and often gave him guidance in his studies.

My daughter Xu Juan often sends gifts to his brother. Because of this relationship, Xu Juan also knows Gao Miao.

Xu Juan and Gao Miao are of similar age, they get along well and have a good relationship.

We...we want to see if we can get our two families together?

We should have asked a matchmaker to discuss this matter, but as we thought about the special relationship between the two children, we wanted to go there in person so that we would appear more sincere.

We parents can talk privately so that no one outside knows about it."

Xie understood instantly.

The couple came to propose marriage for their daughter, and did not find a matchmaker because they were worried that the matchmaker would refuse and their daughter would lose value.

Gao Zhi was surprised.

It seems that Xu Juan talked a lot to her family when she got home, otherwise her parents would not have come to her house today.

It is also possible that the Xu family had already set their sights on Gao Miao and wanted to establish a relationship with her before the exam.

They must also think that Gao Miao can win, and they are worried that after Gao Miao wins, his value will increase and they will not be able to get close to him.

This is a really good calculation!

Gao Zhi was unhappy!

Gao Miao has made it clear that he has no interest in that girl, and that he only wants to pursue his career now.

The Xu family's secret plot is really annoying.

Gao Zhi suddenly thought of Xu Juan’s visit yesterday.

It was probably because Manager Xu and his wife gave their permission behind the scenes that Xu Juan came to the door in such a grand manner.

It was almost dinner time yesterday, and there were many people buying things in front of the shop.

Xu Juan went in and out, and if she could spread the news that the two families were going to get married appropriately.

Then this thing must be done no matter what!

Gao Miao is a scholar, and scholars care most about their reputation. If a girl's reputation is damaged because of him, Gao Miao must be responsible.

Thinking of this, Gao Zhi was filled with anger.

Good job! How dare these people forget her little wolf cub? They are so self-righteous.

"I'm afraid it's not appropriate!" Gao Zhi's words made the faces of Manager Xu and his wife change, and their eyes were full of displeasure.

It’s not the child’s turn to make decisions at home, right?

Xie saw the attitude of Manager Xu and his wife towards Gao Zhi, and she felt very unhappy.

Just now, when Xie heard them mention the matter of Xu Juan and Gao Miao, she felt uncomfortable. Now seeing that these two also had opinions about Gao Zhi, Xie couldn't stand it.

"I don't think it's appropriate!"