Chapter 773 I Won’t Save You This Time (6)
Chapter 773 I Won’t Save You This Time (6)
Madam Yan smiled slightly and said, "Mr. Chen, you are too kind. I just have nothing to do and like to play with some small things."
The two looked at each other and smiled, and the atmosphere suddenly became much more relaxed.
Chen Ang put down the teacup, handed the wooden box in his hand to Lady Yan and said, "This is a set of twelve velvet flower hairpins that I asked someone to make for me, corresponding to the twelve flower gods.
It may not be as good as Madam Yan's craftsmanship, but it is also quite delicate. Take a look and see if you like it!"
Madam Yan took the wooden box, opened it and examined it carefully, with a hint of surprise in her eyes: "These velvet flower hairpins are so lifelike, it's great craftsmanship!"
"Yes! Madam Yan!" Chen Sanniang interrupted at this time, "This is a new style from Huajinfang. Because the price is a bit high, many people look at it but few buy it!
And the twelve pieces are sold separately in a set.”
After hearing this, Yan Caiyue couldn't help but look at Chen Ang in surprise - the gift this guy sent should not be a spur-of-the-moment idea, but should have been prepared long ago.
"I didn't expect this gift to have such a complicated story!" Yan Caiyue waved at her maid Xiaoyuan and said, "Since it's such a rare gift, I would be wrong if I don't return the gift."
"Xiaoyuan, bring me the box with the flowers!" Yan Caiyue then said to Chen Sanniang with a smile, "I just made these for fun. Pick some to take home and wear!"
After opening the box that Xiaoyuan was holding, inside was a hairpin that was similar to the velvet flower, but it was smaller and very suitable for a young woman like Chen Sanniang.
"These pink ones come in a set of six!" Yan Caiyue introduced with a smile.
Chen Sanniang wanted to take it, but the gift just now was given by her brother, and she felt embarrassed to give a gift in return. However, she couldn't let go of these hairpins!
Especially the set of six rose hairpins that Yan Caiyue just recommended!
As if she saw the other party's dilemma, Yan Caiyue "fished out" a peace amulet with gold woven patterns from under the hairpin at the bottom of the box. After looking at it carefully for a moment, she handed it to Chen Ang.
"For me?" Chen Ang's expression was very surprised, and he was even a little incoherent. "But was it embroidered by Madam Yan herself? I don't mean anything, I just asked! I..."
"I embroidered it myself!" Yan Caiyue interrupted him with a word, and then gave away the hairpin that Chen Sanniang liked.
Afterwards, they chatted about poetry, songs, local customs and people, and the topic gradually deepened.
The Chen brothers and sisters discovered that Madam Yan was not only extremely talented, but also had unique insights into many things.
Before I knew it, it was almost noon.
Madam Yan looked up at the sky and said with a smile, "I had such a great time talking to you two today that I forgot the time. It's almost time for lunch. I have asked someone to prepare the food. Please come with me to eat!"
Upon hearing this, the Chen brothers and sisters quickly stood up and thanked him. Chen Ang smiled and said, "Madam Yan, it would be disrespectful for us two brothers and sisters to refuse your kindness."
Yan Caiyue smiled slightly and raised her hand to signal the maid Xiaoyuan to lead the way.
The three of them followed Xiaoyuan through the corridor and came to an elegant flower hall.
Exquisite dishes had already been laid out in the hall, and the aroma filled the air.
"Madam Yan is so thoughtful that she even prepared the food." Chen Sanniang praised with a smile.
Yan Caiyue shook her head slightly and said, "They are just some home-cooked dishes. I hope you two won't dislike them."
After the three of them sat down, Yan Caiyue personally poured tea for the Chen brothers and sisters.
Chen Ang took the teacup, his eyes inadvertently falling on Yan Caiyue's hands. Seeing her fingertips as slender as jade, his heart couldn't help but move.
If we were to ask what the Yan family values most, it would be the food.
Although it was a small banquet, the tableware was all top-quality celadon.
The cold dishes served first include southern side dishes and northern braised dishes, and the hot dishes are even more appetizing!
"This Eight Treasure Duck is really authentic!" Although Chen Sanniang knew the rules of not talking while eating or sleeping, there were times when she couldn't help herself.
At Yan Caiyue's suggestion, Xiao Yuan said at the right time: "Miss Chen, to be honest, our chef is the apprentice of the chef who specializes in making eight-treasure duck, so it tastes so good."
Then soups, snacks and fruits are all available!
This lunch was a great success for both the host and the guests!
During the dinner, Yan Caiyue chatted and laughed with the Chen brothers and sisters, and the atmosphere was very harmonious.
Chen Sanniang praised Yan Caiyue's craftsmanship highly, especially those exquisite hairpins, which she couldn't put down.
"Madam Yan, these hairpins are so exquisitely crafted. May I ask you for some advice?" Chen Sanniang couldn't help asking.
Yan Caiyue smiled slightly and said, "If Sanniang is interested, you can come to my place someday and I will teach you some simple production methods."
Chen Sanniang was overjoyed when she heard this and hurriedly expressed her gratitude.
Seeing this, Chen Ang was secretly happy and felt that today's trip was really fruitful.
After dinner, Yan Caiyue took the Chen brothers and sisters for a walk in the garden.
The garden is full of luxuriant flowers and trees, and the scenery is pleasant.
While admiring the beautiful scenery in the garden, Chen Ang chatted with Yan Caiyue, and his affection for her grew stronger.
Before I knew it, it was getting dark.
Seeing that it was getting late, the Chen brothers and sisters stood up and said goodbye.
Yan Caiyue personally escorted them to the door. When they were about to leave, Chen Ang couldn't help but say, "Thank you for your hospitality today, Madam Yan. If you are free some other day, please come to my humble abode for a chat."
Yan Caiyue smiled slightly and nodded, "Mr. Chen, you are too polite. I will definitely visit you someday."
"Sister Caiyue, we are going to Luocheng to enjoy the flowers in a few days. You can come with us!" Chen Sanniang suddenly made an invitation. "I heard that the peonies in Luocheng are in full bloom this time. Many people are going to enjoy the flowers!"
Calculating the time, it seemed that the peonies were indeed about to bloom. Yan Caiyue was also a flower lover, so she asked, "Who else is going with you?"
"My sisters and a few of my cousins." At this point, Chen Sanniang was afraid that Yan Caiyue would not go, so she added, "In fact, almost all the young ladies in Yucheng will go, and they will form a convoy to travel together!"
Eh? For some reason, when Yan Caiyue heard words like "convoy" and "on the road", she felt that they were a bit unlucky.
"Madam Yan, don't worry. My Chen family is in the escort business. We are fully responsible for the safety of the convoy this time!" Chen Ang explained immediately.
"Then let me think about it. Anyway, there is still some time before departure!" Yan Caiyue didn't say whether to go or not.
In fact, she did want to go, but she had an order for mending embroidery cloth in her hand, and she wanted to wait until she finished the mending before seeing if she could go.
Chen Ang was somewhat disappointed that he did not hear a positive answer, but it was a blessing in disguise that the other party did not refuse him!
Yan Caiyue saw them off to the gate of the mansion and watched him get on the carriage before turning back.
"Madam, let's..." Xiaoyuan actually wanted to go to Los Angeles.
"Let's wait until I finish the order on hand!" Yan Caiyue frowned slightly, "I do want to go, but this order is urgent, and it's from the wife of an official, so I can't neglect it!"
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