Chapter 37 Chapter 37 Let's Get a Divorce
"Hello, beautiful lady, Bai Qingzheng." As soon as the makeup trial was announced to be completed, Bai Qingzheng couldn't wait to walk up the stairs, put away the fan, and stretched out a pair of slender white hands towards Tian Ge.
Tian Ge was confused. She looked past the shoulder of the person in front of her and looked at Qin Xiong who was walking slowly behind her. She felt a little relieved.
Bai Qingzheng naturally noticed that the rough country man was obviously coming towards the mute boy.
"Hey, brother, when pursuing a beauty, it should be based on first come first served." Bai Qingzheng was a little unhappy. No matter how he looked at him, he was more handsome and noble than this country bumpkin. Why didn't the mute beauty look at him, but at this rough guy instead?
Tian Ge wanted to go forward and hold her husband's hand. He had already noticed that Qin Xiong's face was not in a good state.
After they got married, when Qian Duo came to the county town again and invited him to be a makeup tester, Tian Ge hesitated.
He was already married, so it would be inappropriate for him to show up in public like this. However, the remuneration offered by Qian Duo was really satisfactory. At that time, Qin Xiong said nothing and supported him to be a makeup tester, and even praised him for being handsome.
Tian Ge was sure that it was this peacock-like guy in front of him that made Qin Xiong unhappy.
Just as he was about to step forward, Qian Duo grabbed his arm.
A good show was about to begin, Qian Duo smiled and winked at Tian Ge.
Looking at the two men in front of him, Qin Xiong did not answer Bai Qingzheng's words, but asked: "Who are you?"
"I, the young master, shall remain true to my name and surname, Bai Qingzheng of the Bai family in Anding Prefecture."
Qin Xiong's eyes were originally full of dissatisfaction and anger, but when he heard this, he was suddenly stunned.
Bai Qingzheng from Anding Prefecture City, the little kid who used to wet his pants in his arms, has grown up now.
Yes, he has been away from Anding City for sixteen years, and things and people have changed.
The Bai family is a well-known and prestigious family. In recent years, their influence has gradually expanded, making them the most famous merchant family in the city. They made their fortune in the restaurant business, and later their industries spread across various industries.
Bai Qingzheng was somewhat dissatisfied with the indifferent reaction of the rough man in front of him, but it was true that it was normal for a country boy like him not to know about their Bai family.
"Ahem." Bai Qingzheng cleared his throat, fanned himself twice with his fan, and pretended to fan himself twice. However, he was tall and straight, dressed in gorgeous clothes, and had a gentle and graceful demeanor, which made him look less offensive. "I said, I was the first to fall for this mute beauty. I can take her back to the capital and give her a life of luxury. Look at you, she doesn't like you. A gentleman doesn't take away what others like. I'll give you a bag of silver, so don't fight with me for it."
Qin Xiong sneered and recognized that Bai Qing was the child of his old friend from his childhood. He really couldn't get angry. The Bai family has always been a good family. How come this child has become so bad when he grew up? He wants to take any good-looking boy or girl he sees on the street home. It seems that this is not the first time he has done such a thing.
Tian Ge really couldn't stand it anymore. What nonsense was this peacock talking about in front of his husband? Regardless of Qian Duo's need to watch the show, he walked forward and, under Bai Qingzheng's wide-eyed gaze, intimately put his arm around Qin Xiong's. His bright almond eyes frowned and he looked at Bai Qingzheng angrily.
"No, beauty, wipe your eyes. You chose him and not me?" Bai Qingzheng was dissatisfied. Although he had handsome features, there was still a childishness in his expression.
Calculating the time, he is not very old. He is just seventeen years old this year.
Qin Xiong patted the back of Tian Ge's hand to comfort him. Not wanting to listen to the boy's nonsense anymore, he scolded him in a low voice: "Asshole, do you want me to ask your brother to take you back?"
When the servants heard this, they felt that something was wrong. They had offended a hard-headed person this time. Their young master had always been stupid and stubborn, and both the master and the mistress had spoiled him. What Bai Qingzheng feared most was Bai Qingquan, the current person in charge of the Bai family, who was also his eldest brother.
Bai Qingzheng was momentarily taken aback. The demeanor and tone of the scolding man were indeed somewhat similar to his elder brother's. He hurriedly bowed and performed a standard greeting. His attitude was no longer as arrogant as before. He said in a serious tone, "Excuse me, young man, but may I ask what your relationship is with my brother?"
Now everyone only knows that there is a Bai family in Anding City, but they don’t know that twenty years ago, there was also a Qin family that was on par with it.
However, the Qin family was plagued by internal strife, and in the end, the family was destroyed and everyone died. When the incident first happened, others might still talk about it, but after so many years, no one remembers it anymore.
"This man is my husband. According to seniority, you should call him sister-in-law." Qin Xiong pulled himself out of his memories and did not directly answer Bai Qingzheng's question. "Go back and see your brother, and tell him for me that if the wine buried under the peach blossom forest is still there, dig it out and drink it."
They agreed that year to bury two jars of wine together, and dig out one to celebrate when someone got married.
Bai Qingzheng broke out in a cold sweat and dared not look at Tian Ge with such a frivolous look anymore. He actually threatened to bring the man home in front of his husband. The key point was that this man seemed to be a good friend of his brother.
He knew about the wine buried under the peach blossom forest. His eldest brother had told him about it by chance. In the conversation, he mentioned a good friend with a nostalgic look on his face. He said that they were close friends and warned him not to dig the wine privately, otherwise he would break his hands and feet.
"Brother,...sister-in-law." Bai Qingzheng suddenly seemed like a different person. He looked well-behaved, and when he smiled, his fangs were exposed on both sides, making him look much cuter. The contrast made Tian Ge raise her eyebrows in surprise.
"Since you are my brother's good friend, why don't you come back to the city with me after today's Spring Festival Banquet? My brother should be very eager to see you." Bai Qingzheng said.
During those days, my eldest brother looked a little depressed and often went to Taoyuan alone to drink. Even my eldest sister-in-law didn't quite understand the reason, and she just said that he was missing an old friend.
"No need." Qin Xiong said, "We will meet naturally if we are destined to."
Tian Ge was extremely curious. Qin Xiong had some little secret that he was hiding from him. Why had he never told him?
"I thought there was going to be something interesting to watch. Turns out you two are old acquaintances? Let's go into the shop and have a cup of tea together." Qian Duo was a little disappointed. He was expecting to see Qin Xiong punch the peacock, but unfortunately he didn't see it. He smiled at Bai Qingzheng and said, "Young Master, you look so noble. I just heard that you are the young master of the Bai family in Anding Prefecture. Seeing is believing. You are so dignified and have such extraordinary temperament."
"Keep a low profile, keep a low profile. I'm actually here to hide my identity and watch the Spring Festival in your county." Bai Qingzheng was flattered by these compliments. He straightened his back again and threw a coquettish glance at Qian Duo. Qian Duo covered her mouth with her hands and smiled.
Tian Ge couldn't bear to watch it. She looked up at Qin Xiong. Her husband was still the best. He never messed around with other women. If Qin Xiong was like this peacock, then he... Bah, bah, bah, Qin Xiong would never do that.
Bai Qingzheng finally left, fanning himself, saying he wanted to wander around. But in fact, he turned around and went back to the inn he had booked and wrote an urgent letter to his elder brother.
If that rough man with fierce eyes and eyebrows is really a good friend of the eldest brother, then he has done a great deed. In this way, when he goes to redeem Yanyan from the brothel, the eldest brother will definitely help him speak well of him in front of his parents.
In the cosmetics shop, Qian Duo took out the newly picked tender Longjing tea this year, brewed a pot of tea, and poured the tea for Tian Ge with a smile on her lips. It is rare to meet such a fun person like Bai Qingzheng a few times a year.
"Tian Ge'er, you asked the right question this time. I went to see a shop yesterday. The conditions are very good and the rent is suitable. I wanted to open a branch, but the shop is a little small for me. I think it should be just right for you who is just learning how to do business." Qian Duo went straight to the point. Before Qin Xiong came, Tian Ge told him on paper that she wanted him to help inquire about the shop.
-----Really? How good is it?
Tian Ge was obviously a little excited. He had seen Qian Duo's business ability and vision, and Qian Duo was also a good boy. He now admired Qian Duo very much.
She was so focused on looking at Qian Duo that she ignored the gaze of Qin Xiong next to her. When Qin Xiong heard about renting a shop, he looked at Tian Ge in confusion.
Tian Ge never told him anything about these things.
Qian Duo looked back and forth between the two of them. After years of doing business, he had become astute as a person and immediately saw the clue. He smiled calmly and nodded, picked up the teacup with his slender fingers and took a sip. "The owner of that shop is in urgent need of money. The location is very good. It's next to the school and a busy street for business. Students usually pass by that street on their way to and from school. He can make some food and sell some stationery and groceries. He should be able to make money."
-----How much is the rent?
Tian Ge was still most concerned about this. After all, he only had a little over fifteen taels of silver. If he didn't use it carefully, he would lose money and close down in less than a year.
"Let's go and have a look. I know that guy. If you are sure you want it, I can try to chop some down." Qin Xiong and Tian Ge sat side by side. Qian Duo saw that the face of this taciturn man was as black as a stove. He just wanted to watch the fun and not mind getting involved. It was just that a certain young husband with bright eyes didn't seem to notice anything. He would not interfere in the affairs between husband and wife. This was none of his business.
-----let's go!
Tian Ge was very happy. He always felt that if Qian Duo said something good about the shop, it must be very good, and he just happened to have gotten a bargain.
He turned his head and gestured happily towards Qin Xiong, finally realizing something was wrong.
He had never told Qin Xiong about the shop before, and he didn't expect Qian Duo to say today that she would take him to see a suitable shop. Qin Xiong looked gloomy and seemed angry.
Qin Xiong said nothing, stood up and followed Qian Duo out of the store without waiting for him.
Tian Ge stood there in a daze, looking at the familiar figure from behind. For a moment, his nose felt extremely sore, but he was still outside. He tried to calm himself down, but his expression could not calm down. He followed with a look of grievance.
Qin Xiong was standing at the door. He went forward to hold his hand, but was avoided. Tian Ge almost couldn't hold back her tears. She didn't dare to hold Qin Xiong's hand again, so she grabbed the corner of his clothes and pulled it gently. Qin Xiong was so tall that he didn't even look at him, so it was useless to gesture.
"Let's go, what are you two doing there?" Qian Duo said with a smile, standing not far away with his hands folded. Perhaps it was too boring to run a business and flatter customers. He now had a perverted love for watching some excitement. Since he didn't have any, he could only watch others. Among them, the excitement of the young couple who had just got married was naturally the most interesting to watch.
"Go to the front. Don't you want to see the shop?" Qin Xiong finally said something to him, but his tone was hard, completely different from usual.
Tian Ge wiped his eyes with the back of his hand and nodded. He walked in front, looking back at Qin Xiong from time to time, but Qin Xiong didn't look at him.
Qian Duo couldn't bear it any longer, so she waited for Tian Ge there for a while. Qin Xiong didn't want to hold the hand, but he was willing, so she let him do it.
He said, what's the good of getting married.
"Why don't we just get a divorce?" Qian Duo deliberately raised her voice to ensure Qin Xiong could hear her. "What's the point of getting married? You just wanted to look at a shop and didn't tell him. It's not a big deal."
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