She screamed in her heart, a look of embarrassment appeared on her face, "The gift given by Mr. Qin is too expensive. Graceful is just from a small family, and is not worthy of wearing such an expensive thing."
She thought she said this well. First she complimented Qin Qifeng, and then pointed out her difficulties, leaving a way out. If she wanted to return something to him when the time came, she would just use this excuse.
Qin Qifeng frowned when he heard this and waved his hand, "It's just a rare thing, not valuable. Just bring it with you. Who dares to say you don't deserve it?"
Seeing that he was fixated on the sachet, and not wanting to make Jiang Shang embarrassed by getting into trouble with him, Manmei temporarily went back to find the sachet and take it with her. When she came out again, the light was shining on the hem of her emerald green skirt.
The yellow sachet had a suitable color match and fit her perfectly. Qin Qifeng nodded with satisfaction and smiled.
Regardless of who gave it to me, I really like this sachet. The subtle fragrance is somewhat similar to the perfume in real life. It is not as heavy as incense and is close to the natural fragrance and color.
The matching and embroidery are all exquisite, high-end and classy.
Qin Qifeng warmly invited her to set off with Jiang Shang.
His Highness Qin's carriage looked very simple. Without raising his eyes, it was not even as good as the carriage Jiang Shang had prepared for her. As soon as he entered, Manmei discovered that this was a model of low-key luxury and connotation.
Everything inside was practical and exquisite. The blankets under the car were all made of snow-white mink fur. Manmei didn't dare to step on the blanket for fear of leaving footprints and not being able to afford compensation.
She was careful about her words and actions along the way. Jiang Shang and Qin Qifeng were all talking, so she didn't become silent. Her attention was on the scenery outside the window.
These people are not people who will wrong themselves. The place they chose is a good place with beautiful mountains and clear waters. There are many big people coming, the infrastructure can keep up, and the big people have fun, which is more important than anything else.
There are all kinds of pavilions, pavilions, rockery and pavilions here, and it would take a few days to walk through all kinds of gardens. It is said that famous families nearby have their houses nearby.
The house of the Jiang family was chosen for this garden party. It is the largest and most luxurious house in the neighborhood. From seeing the courtyard wall to walking to the main entrance, it took about fifteen minutes, and it was done by horse-drawn carriage. If one estimates
It took more than half an hour. The first family in Jiangzuo really lived up to its reputation.
As the host, the Jiang family arrived very early, and Jiang Shang came late. I don’t know how he would explain his lateness to his parents.
Qin Qifeng and Jiang Shang were male guests, and they had to be separated from the female guests. They would meet up after a while under the pretense of visiting the garden.
There is also a rest area for men and a rest area for women. Of course, they are not called by that name, but they have similar functions. Places such as gardens and lakes are public areas where both men and women can go.
This kind of deceitful behavior made Manmei roll her eyes in disdain.
Before Jiang Shang placed her in the female guest area, he found a woman who looked about the same age as Chu Yue'er, that is, about sixteen or seventeen years old. He said to her, "This is Miss Manmiaoman, she is mine."
My friend, you have to treat her well and don't let others bully her."
He turned to Manmiao and said, "This is my cousin Jiang Jie. If you need anything, just tell her. I have hired a maid to follow you. If anything goes wrong, I will be there right away. Don't worry."
The maid behind Jiang Jie took a step forward and said to Miao Miaofu, "I have met the young lady. My servant Chuzhu is at your disposal."
This maid is dressed like a maid, and her clothes are a bit more refined than the ordinary Jiang family maids. There are embroideries on the collar and cuffs, and the material of the clothes is not ordinary fine cotton, but satin. She looks older, three years old.
Around ten years old, he should be older than Jiang Shang.
Jiang Shang introduced Manmiao, "Chuzhu is the eldest daughter of my wet nurse and the stewardess of my courtyard. If you have anything to do, just ask her to do it." After thinking about it, fearing that Manmiao would misunderstand, he whispered in her ear.
He said, "Chu Zhu is already married and has a child. Her husband is the manager of my gang. You don't have to worry."
"Are you too worried?" Manmei glared at him.
Yu Han came over at this time, took Jiang Jie aside to talk, and whispered a few instructions to Jiang Jie. The two stood far away, and Manmei didn't hear what they said clearly. She only saw Jiang Jie glance at her.
He nodded casually, as if he was making a promise to Yu Han.
Fortunately, this garden party is not formal. There is no need for all the men and women to gather together and hold an opening ceremony. Whoever arrives first will play first, and those who arrive later will play together with those who arrive first.
It’s not like everyone plays their own game along the way.
Manmiao happened to be too lazy to deal with people like Chu Yue'er, so she went with Jiang Jie, saying that she wanted to find a remote place to rest and didn't want to join in the fun in a crowded place.
Jiang Jie and Chu Zhu were both familiar with the road, and they soon found a small corner that was indeed very remote. Hidden behind many rockery bonsais, there was a small pavilion and stone tables and benches. Chu Zhu prepared tea and snacks for them.
Let’s talk here.
According to Jiang Jie, this is the junction of the male guest area and the female guest area. There is only a woven bamboo wall separating the two sides. It is about ten meters away from the pavilion. It looks like a quiet place.
Normally, no one would want to come over. If you meet male or female guests, just go directly to the garden and lake. People gather together mainly in areas with good scenery and open air, and will not hide in a small corner.
Think about it, the purpose of these young masters and ladies coming to participate is to get to know more friends and handsome men and beauties. What are they doing in such a remote corner? They might as well stay at home.
Along the way, they met very few servants. Chuzhu had also given instructions that anyone who approached Miss Man and Miss Jie would tell them that they had never seen them before. Anyone who dared to talk should stop talking in the future.
Chuzhu was experienced and straightforward in her work, and she could be seen to be very dignified among the servants. She meant what she said, and the servants all treated her respectfully. No one dared to talk to Chu Yue'er.
Before Manmei opened her mouth, Jiang Jie had already taken the initiative to mention Chu Yue'er, and her words were quite contemptuous. Jiang Jie was from the Jiang family. Even if she was a side branch, she was a serious lady who had entered the family tree. She was a guest like Chu Yue'er.
The cousin of the Jiang family is not a heavyweight at all.
This kind of complaint obviously shows that Chu Yue'er is not very popular in the past. Even Chu Zhu, who holds his own identity and is embarrassed to say that he is not his master, can't help but say a few words in agreement.
Most of Jiang Jie's complaints were about Chu Yue'er pretending to be pitiful, only trying to please powerful people, and being superior to others.
A young lady with Jiang Jie's status began to complain, which showed that Chu Yue'er's disguise was very unsuccessful. At least many of the servants and masters knew her thoughts and character.
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