Here Bai Shao is applying make-up to Cheng Xue, while Tian Dong brings Shun Xi and Shuang Xi to lay out red felt in the front yard.
I bought this thing on the street in Tiandong on the second day after arriving in the capital. I still remember that when I first bought it, the master said that he was too anxious. Little did he know that if it "gets on the sedan and pricks the ears", it must be
You can’t buy it. Even if you can buy it, the price is not cheap
He started laying it out from under the altar table and continued five meters outside the door. Ten firecrackers were distributed on both sides. He occupied all the public places in front of the door. But he occupied it, and no one dared to say anything. After all, this is
It’s still unclear what official position the second-place finisher will get in the future.
Bai Zhi was waiting by the door with a bamboo basket filled with copper plates. When Li Hui returned home from the parade, he would be followed by some people watching the excitement. These people would say auspicious words all the way to his home, and then the family would prepare wedding money, also known as
Also called talking money.
This is a custom in the capital city that few outsiders know about. Those who don’t know are not prepared. As for whether auspicious words will turn into curse words, that’s unknown.
Everything is ready, just waiting for Li Hui to come back.
After Tiandong finished his last inspection and was about to return home, the Pang family's carriage appeared on the street. He walked quickly to it and held hands with the driver.
"Are there Mr. Pang and Miss Pang in the car?"
The coachman nodded, got off the car, led the horse, and said as he walked:
"Congratulations, Mr. Li is really impressive. He won the second place in the first time he participated."
"Same joy, same joy."
Tiandong said while gesturing behind him, Shunxi turned around and ran towards the main courtyard.
The door to the main room was not closed, but he stood at the door and said respectfully:
"Madam, Mr. Pang and the lady next to him have arrived. The two ladies are waiting in the front yard."
Cheng Xue was applying lipstick and couldn't speak. As soon as Li Huai heard that Sister Pang was coming, he ran out and didn't forget to show off when passing by Shunxi——
"My mother is so beautiful today. Your jaw will drop when you see her later. She is even more beautiful than white peony root."
The little guy praised his mother without any scruples, which made Shunxi and the white peony root in the room blush. Even though it was childish talk, two people who like each other would inevitably be worried when they heard these words.
Sorry for thinking too much.
Cheng Xue really couldn't hold it back, "Pfft——" and chuckled. Fortunately, Bai Shao was shy at the moment and didn't apply it, otherwise she would definitely have to relapse.
"Shunxi, please go to the front yard to do some work. I'll be there right away. Help me keep an eye on the eggs, the kid is too naughty."
"Yes, madam, I'll go right now." Shunxi came back to her senses and responded hurriedly.
Bai Shao also adjusted her mentality and continued to apply makeup on her.
After tidying up and looking at the person in the mirror, Bai Shao said sincerely:
"Madam, you are so beautiful. You have been applying honey and egg white on your face for the past six months, and it has been effective."
Cheng Xue has put on some light makeup on weekdays since Li Hui passed the exam, but this is the first time she has such a heavy makeup. Not to mention Li Huai, Bai Shao was amazed, even she herself was shocked. Looking in the mirror
The exquisite self was still in a daze for a moment. Is this her? Is it really her?
"Applying it on your face will definitely have an effect. You should apply it on your face when you have time. Only if you are good to it can it be good to you. The same is true when two people get along. People don't often give you a piece of cake, but you also have to make them a pair of shoes.
, socks or something, right?"
Bai Shao heard the implication of her words, and the heat that had just faded suddenly appeared on her face. She quickly turned her head and looked aside, and called "Madam" coquettishly.
"Okay, okay, I won't tease you anymore, let's go to the front."
The two came to the front yard. Mr. Pang had already started lighting wax and burning incense. Bai Shao explained in a low voice:
"Madam, this is a custom in the capital. All high school seniors need the incense to be nodded by the elders in the family, which means to bring blessings and prosperity. If you give this to Mr. Pang later, he won't want to pay for it."
Cheng Xue looked at the dark handkerchief stuffed in her hand and nodded heavily.
"You are still thoughtful, but how did you know that Mr. Pang would come?"
Bai Shao was slightly startled, then smiled and shook his head.
"How do you know, this servant is just preparing for a rainy day. Master Xiao and Master Zhou both have elders, but I don't have them. Mr. Pang likes you so much that he will come over 80% of the time, so I bet on this '80%'."
Therefore, as the old saying goes, "Opportunities are reserved for those who are prepared," it is indeed true.
Passing the handkerchief to Mr. Pang, the old man suddenly smiled.
"Yes, it looks like Bai Shao's craftsmanship at first glance, and the embroidery skills have improved a lot."
"Thank you, Mr. Pang, for the compliment." Bai Shao saluted gracefully and thanked her without denying it.
Cheng Xue stepped forward, blessed herself slightly, and said:
"Thank you for coming over to help take charge of the overall situation, otherwise I, a country woman, would be really numb."
"You know how to fool me." Mr. Pang said while shaking his head.
After going through so many shops and still not seeing her numb claws, this little thing is enough? But I am very happy in my heart. After all, he brought Li Hui out single-handedly. He was so successful in the imperial examination, how could he be honored? Besides, this little daughter-in-law has such a good character.
Yes, it looks very similar to his year-end friend.
"Mr. Pang, our wife didn't deceive you. I really don't understand. By the way, Mr. Pang, please order some of your favorite dishes. I'm going to cook. You and I can have a few more cups at noon."
Mr. Pang ordered a few dishes politely, looked at the two sisters leaving, and continued:
"This girl is good. If she brings her sister out in a few years, you two girls will be blessed."
Cheng Xue nodded randomly as a response, stretching her neck from time to time to look outside. The waiting time was always long, and she didn't know what was going on over there in the parade or whether it was over.
"Don't worry, he will be back when this incense stick is about to burn out."
I was a little embarrassed to have the old man see through my thoughts. He cleared his throat, changed the subject and said:
"Mr. Pang, can I ask you a favor? Lend Grandma Ma to me for a few days. Now that he has passed the exam, we will go back to our hometown to worship our ancestors and open the shabu-shabu house as soon as possible. I originally wanted to hire someone to teach Grandma Ma.
Teach those girls, now time is tight, I may not be able to wait."
The old man did not respond when he heard this, but looked at his granddaughter. Pang Yao was generous and nodded cheerfully.
"Auntie, do you want grandma to go to Wangyue Tower tomorrow or come here?"
"Come here, I'll take her with me tomorrow."
"Oh, okay." Pang Yao responded with a smile.
The incense stick was almost burning to the end, and finally there was a bustling sound outside the door.
Cheng Xue heard the sound and ran out. Li Tian grabbed Li Huai who was about to follow him out.
"No - you can't go, we'll just wait in the courtyard."
Li Huai refused and struggled violently. Li Tian was thrown back several steps. If Pang Yao hadn't supported her with his sharp eyes, she would have had to sit on her back.
Of course, Li Huai didn't run out, and there were also Li Yue and Mr. Pang.
"Be good, Sidan, and be obedient. Daddy will be admitted to the hospital later, so don't worry."
As soon as Li Yue finished speaking, the sound of "cracking" firecrackers came from outside the door.