Xu Wanying happily followed Li Chunlan, clearly having immediately abandoned the idea of watching the excitement when faced with the choice between watching the spectacle and buying things.
Watching the excitement is none of her business; she's just a bystander. But shopping is truly enjoyable.
"Sister-in-law, if you see anything you like, just have it wrapped up, and I'll give it to you!" Li Chunlan said generously when she saw that she was happy.
As Xu Wanying watched the carriage enter the bustling city center and stop in the most prosperous area, she immediately refused.
"Sister-in-law, you've already given me so many gifts. Today, I mainly want to help you choose jewelry so I can broaden my horizons."
She wasn't just being polite; that's exactly what she thought.
"He who eats another's food is bound to him; he who takes another's gift is obligated to him. Asking for more is useless; it was truly difficult to go out in ancient times. There were so many rules and etiquette; even dressing too brightly would draw criticism. Sooner or later, I'd be suffocated by all these restrictions."
Sigh, back in the day when we could wear tank tops and short skirts out in modern times, I didn't cherish it. I always dressed casually for work. Now, when I want to dress up, I hesitate and worry about everything.
Xu Wanying felt sad when she thought about these things.
Although Li Chunlan didn't know which dynasty it was, she could still understand the words "vest and skirt". A vest is a sleeveless shirt. Can you wear it out on its own?
And just how short are these skirts? In ancient times, short clothes were worn by the poor for convenience in work. It seems that the situation was reversed in the dynasty in which my younger brother and sister lived.
The carriage stopped, and the two got off one after the other. The first shop they visited was a jewelry store called Rongchun Pavilion, which had three floors.
Even before you step inside, you can sense the store's wealth and grandeur; it exudes an extraordinary aura.
Li Chunlan walked in as if she knew the place well, clearly a regular customer.
"Madam of the Heir Apparent." The waiter hurriedly came forward, seemingly wanting to say something, but was interrupted by Li Chunlan.
"We don't need you to serve us here, we can look around ourselves."
After the waiter was dismissed, Li Chunlan personally introduced the shop to her: "The shop has three floors in total. The first floor has loose items such as pearls and gemstones, which you can buy and have craftsmen make them for you, or you can have the shop's craftsmen make them for you. The second floor has bracelets and pendants, and the third floor has all kinds of precious jewelry and rare treasures. Sister-in-law, feel free to pick and choose, take whatever you like."
Li Chunlan immediately displayed her wealthy womanly nature, speaking in such a pleasant and charming way that it made everyone's heart flutter.
Xu Wanying glanced around before turning her gaze away, then fixed her eyes on Li Chunlan with a hint of interest in them.
Clearly, the person in front of her was more attractive than the jewelry.
"Sister-in-law, why are you looking at me instead of the jewelry? I keep my word, I'll buy you whatever you want, I'll never go back on my word. We're both daughters-in-law of the Jiang family, it's fate that we're like this. I don't have any other skills, I only have money to burn, so go ahead and spend it!" Li Chunlan also noticed her scrutiny and immediately felt a little embarrassed. She reached out and touched her face, afraid that something might have gotten on it.
"Haha, no jewelry can compare to my sister-in-law's beauty. Whenever she talks about her business, she becomes radiant and her eyes are clear, as if she's bathed in the glow of the sun. These gemstones may have their own luster, but compared to my sister-in-law, they pale in comparison."
Xu Wanying blinked and said in a teasing tone.
Li Chunlan froze, then her face turned bright red, like a cooked shrimp, and she became completely flustered.
She subconsciously paced back and forth a couple of steps, trying to avoid Xu Wanying's gaze, but realizing that her pacing back and forth was really strange, she stopped in her tracks.
"Sister-in-law, don't tease your sister-in-law. It's just a few little trinkets, which she can afford to give. There's no need to flatter me like this." She took out a handkerchief and waved it, trying to wipe the heat from her face, but the more she thought about it, the more she blushed, so she simply picked up the handkerchief and covered her face.
If anyone else saw Li Chunlan like this, they would be shocked.
It's worth noting that Li Chunlan is known for her fiery temper, never holding back her laughter, anger, or scolding. She speaks her mind directly, and if she can't win an argument, she'll throw a tantrum. It's hard to imagine her being so shy; she's practically like a little girl.
"Sister-in-law, I'm telling the truth. I like browsing, whether I buy anything or not doesn't matter, let's go!" She waved her hand and casually looked down at the jewelry in the lobby on the first floor.
The system couldn't help but chime in: [Host, you've really gone to great lengths to coax your sister-in-law into buying jewelry. Next time, if you don't mind praising me so much, I can use less energy!]
"Pah, stop flattering yourself. I'm a person of principle; I don't accept handouts. I praised her sincerely. Li Chunlan grew up in a merchant family and was exposed to business from a young age. Therefore, when she talks about her profession, she shines brightly, far more so than someone like me, confined to the inner quarters."
She was just unlucky to be born in ancient times. If she were in modern times, she'd definitely be a successful businesswoman. As for you, you're not at all someone I admire; I really can't bring myself to praise you.
“Hey, sister-in-law, none of the pearls here are as big as the ones you gave me last time,” Xu Wanying whispered to Li Chunlan after seeing the quality of the pearls.
"Shopkeeper, these small pearls are all over the place, bring some bigger ones over," Li Chunlan immediately raised her voice.
Soon the shopkeeper and waiter brought over several wooden boxes. When they were opened, they were filled to the brim with pearls, almost overflowing. Each one was round and plump, radiating a warm luster.
"Please choose, Your Highness the Crown Prince's wife and Third Madam."
"What's there to pick and choose? I'll take them all." Li Chunlan waved her hand dismissively.
"Yes." The shopkeeper beamed and enthusiastically followed along, introducing the shop.
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