Chapter 5: Together Forever
Foucault looked at his old friend and said with a twitch, "Just happened to have a level 7 monster appear in front of me, so I conveniently took the magic core. Please don't suddenly act abnormal, alright? I won't compete with you for it; Xiaomei Lansa is also my granddaughter, so there's no need to fight over it."
The 7th-level magic core truly lives up to its classification, and it is also a rare wind attribute. After some exchanges, which could also be understood as bargaining, Meilan Sha and the others finally sold it for 400,000 gold coins. For Meilan Sha, who has only 5 gold coins as her living expenses for a month, this amount is astronomical. Therefore, upon seeing the magic gold card containing 400,000 gold coins, she couldn't help but drool, continuously kissing the card until Fuko, unable to bear it any longer, threatened to take it away, prompting her to stop. The consequence of this incident was that the adorable little boy and the female mercenary laughed heartily at Meilan Sha without any restraint. Even when scolded by his mother, the little boy showed no signs of stopping. The lady and the male mercenary nodded in apology to Meilan Sha and her companions; if one were to overlook their slightly shaking shoulders, Meilan Sha would have been more than willing to accept the apology.
Pride? Showiness? Suddenly lifting her head, Meilan Sha realized she had overlooked a very serious matter. What if she really encountered such people, like Dana's mother and Della's grandmother? What would happen if two members of noble families got into a quarrel? Even those with better manners would still carry a sense of superiority. After all, her mother and grandmother were there to be their teachers, not their servants.
Hehe, this is not a problem. It will take at least a month for the store to open, and we have a month to learn. Moreover, you won't be teaching them anything too complicated right away; whatever you learn, they will learn as well. The one-month gap between you and them is your advantage. And in the end, there's still me, right? You can't stop it; just find an excuse to let me go. I can say that my mother taught me, and that would be fine. The more I think about this idea, the better it seems. Moreover, there's still me in the end. You can't stop it; just find an excuse to let me go. I can say that my mother taught me, and that would be fine. The more I think about this idea, the better it seems. Meilan Sha realized that she was simply brilliant. Not only did she resolve the family's financial situation, but she also helped her mother and grandmother find something to do, preventing them from feeling idle. Especially her mother, although her eyes no longer held sorrow, often revealed a lonely and confused expression when alone. She was still young; even though she had Meilan Sha, she was not yet thirty. How tragic it would be for a woman who hasn't even reached thirty to live her life without a goal.
"Mom." Meilansha hugged her mother, Dana, and began to act coyly in a soft and tender voice
After Dana and the others listened to Meilan Sha's words and looked at my expression, they smiled helplessly, and thus this matter was settled.
A level 7 magic core costs several hundred thousand gold coins; it would be strange if it were not enough
"Hehe, I went to experience nature and brought this for Meilan Sha. It seems it will be useful very soon." Foucault casually spread his hand, and a green crystalline object appeared in his palm, which, upon closer inspection, emitted a faint glow from within.
Meilansha chattered away, recounting the events encountered on the road, and introduced the little cutie to everyone. The crowd began to show curiosity about this little creature, eager to reach out and touch it. However, the little one wore an expression as if to say that someone owed it a great deal of gold coins, and it stubbornly refused to show any friendliness. As a result, Danaidala and Morin were both taken aback, while Foucault couldn't help but chuckle behind them, finally finding someone to share in his misfortune.
Although this cross-stitch is not considered a product of the Huaxia culture, it is feared that the two individuals might not understand the more complex Shu embroidery at the beginning, so it is better to start with something simple, which can also serve as an adaptation
"Morin, why are you making that face? Are you thinking about something trivial again?" Della's voice rang out, and Morin was taken aback, sighing inwardly: It's over, it's over, I've revealed my thoughts in front of this woman again; I won't have a good night.
"Level 7," Foucault replied lightly. However, those who were listening were not calm; my goodness, Level 7! Although they had seen it before in books and illustrations, that was always someone else's. Now, this one was their own, and they felt a bit excited.
However, Morin patted Foucault on the shoulder and frowned, saying: "What do you mean? We've known each other for so long, yet I've never seen you give me a level 7 magic core. Now that we encounter our Meilansha, why are you being so generous? Could it be?" With a suspicious gaze, he scrutinized someone up and down, and just as that person was about to bristle, he finally spoke: "You wouldn't be trying to compete with me for my granddaughter, would you? Let me tell you, no way, not even a chance." The words were spoken with such determination.
"Meilansha, let us go in," Grandpa Fu said to Meilansha with a smile
Turning to look at my mother beside me, indeed, she was gazing at the two individuals with a look filled with memories, sadness, and envy.
With her hands covering her head, Meilan Sha said with a look of grievance: "You know my situation, I have a wealth of theoretical knowledge, but I just lack practical experience. In the future, I will also make myself a woman among women."
"Baby, your grandmother and I have just started learning embroidery, and there are still many things we don't know. How can we teach others?" Dana sighed.
Meilansha stretched out both hands and hugged Morin's legs, saying in a soft and tender voice: "I love my grandfather the most"
"Baby, what should we do?" Dana asked
Um. Holding his mother's hand with his left and his grandfather's hand with his right, the three of them slowly entered the store
Dad, I love you very much too. This is what Dana said
Then, Grandpa Fu patted Meilan Sha on the head and said, "We Meilan Sha are definitely the geniuses among geniuses"
Understood. Isn't it just a love for money? Hmph, she simply likes money, and she will continue to like it in the future, regardless of what others say
Molin is in a predicament
Without paying any further attention to Morin, Foucault smiled and asked Meilan Sha: "I originally intended to give this to you for fun, but now it seems you are going to open an embroidery house. Selling it will provide you with the initial capital. Although I am not very clear about what an embroidery house looks like, there should be a large group of women involved, so it should be arranged quite comfortably. This should be sufficient."
I have thought of a solution. As Meilan Sha spoke, all three people in the room turned to look at her. It is crucial to address the external issues first; as for the internal conflict with Morin, that can be dealt with gradually
Meilansha nodded with a smile, causing Morin, who was beside her, to feel a pang in his heart: As a grandfather, he truly felt inadequate. Not only could he not provide a good life for his wife and daughter, but even his current status was obtained through the sacrifices of his precious daughter. Now, he was making such a young granddaughter worry about household expenses; such a man was indeed disappointing.
After Morin finished speaking, Della's gaze towards him became exceptionally gentle, while someone, upon noticing this phenomenon, trembled slightly and thought to himself: It's over, Della is angry.
As Meilan Sha observed Foucault conversing with the attendant, she scanned the surroundings. Apart from them, there were 6 other individuals in the establishment: a young couple, one man and one woman, who appeared to be mercenaries and seemed to be in a romantic relationship. They looked vibrant, and the male mercenary clearly indulged the woman beside him, speaking with a tone of affection. Meilan Sha suddenly recalled that her mother had also been a mercenary for a time and had a lover.
When Meilan Sha conveyed these words to her mother and grandmother, including her grandfather and Grandpa Fu, their reaction was simply, "Awkward."
As Meilan Sha entered, a person resembling a servant approached them. The individual wore a smile, but upon seeing Meilan Sha, the peculiar child wearing a wide-brimmed hat, their expression momentarily froze. However, they quickly regained composure and greeted them politely
"You are being too exaggerated; it has only been a month since we parted, yet it feels as if we haven't seen each other for several years," Foucault said with a laugh. In response, he was met with the resentful gazes of the mother and daughter. The renowned Sword God involuntarily took a step back under their scrutiny, inwardly sighing: "Indeed, they are mother and daughter; their gaze is truly terrifying"
Happiness is actually that simple
Having stepped out of this shop that Melantha both loves and hates, it is now time to find a venue. However, "Mom, Grandpa Fu, feel free to laugh if you want; don't hold it in, as it could harm your health." These two have been shrugging their shoulders since she made a fool of herself, trying hard to suppress their laughter for fear of hurting her self-esteem.
On that day, Morin went to celebrate a birthday. When he unveiled the artwork titled "Moonlight Unicorn," everyone present, from the city lord to the servants, widened their eyes and were reluctant to shift their gaze elsewhere. The city lord, Seymour Weil, held Morin's hand tightly, his excitement evident. Eventually, the eyes of those who had previously looked at Morin with indifference suddenly sparkled with interest. The hall was illuminated by magical lights, which were quite bright, and had not yet fully conveyed the essence of the painting named "Moonlight Unicorn" by Meilan Sha. Morin then told the city lord that this embroidery had an even more magical aspect, and that they would understand once the lights were turned off. The city lord complied, and from there, one can only imagine: in the pitch-black room, the Moonlight Unicorn, adorned with luminescent grass, captivated the hearts of the audience even more intensely than before. Some viewers exclaimed, "It’s alive, it’s alive."
Morin still hesitated a bit
Her eyes unconsciously scanned the room, finally landing on her mother and grandmother. A spark lit up in her eyes as she thought of a solution, and it was an exceptionally cool one.
After a comprehensive inspection of the house, the group returned home. Upon arriving, Meilansha immediately buried herself inside, firmly closing the door, to engage in her grand undertaking of house design and operation
It was not the first time I had strolled through the streets. After just a few turns, I arrived at a shop without a name, marked by a large yellow pentagram badge with red borders. This establishment was owned by the renowned first family of the Noah Empire, the Pruss family, and that badge was their family crest. I remember when I first saw this nameless shop, I curiously asked Grandpa Fu about it, and he replied: "This family crest is the name of this shop. When the earliest head of the Pruss family decided to go into business, he said: 'I want to open Pruss family stores all over the continent; I want everyone to know this family.' Although he has long since passed away, one could say he has succeeded halfway, as this shop has spread throughout human society, including a small portion of the orc race. If most magical beasts possess intelligence and require shops, I believe the Pruss family would eagerly open a store in the Mysterious Forest. However, I have heard that they are currently seeking ways to communicate with the elves, aiming to open a branch among the elven community.
Ignoring Foucault's convulsing expression, Melantha looked at Dana and Della and said, "Let us train; I will do my utmost to make you the epitome of womanhood"
The Plis family is indeed formidable, though Meilansha is not entirely sure. She only knows that their reputation is excellent. Although there is a saying that all merchants are unscrupulous, compared to those unscrupulous traders, the Plis family is truly endearing to ordinary citizens. Meilansha appreciates this aspect; one should not profit from the common people's money, as their lives are already difficult. If they are to be charged a little here and a little there for every item they buy, what hope do they have for survival?
A month after Meilan Sha left, life returned to its usual tranquility. However, this peaceful existence was soon disrupted.
However, Meilansha deeply understood one thing: the quality of the waitstaff at this Prussian shop was truly exceptional. She could clearly sense the resentful glances directed at her, yet they merely blinked innocently, indicating that they were not laughing. Meilansha vowed that if she were to open a shop in the future, the waitstaff would have to meet at least this standard.
I believe that since you all may feel bored, the wealthy ladies in the city and the young ladies from hetushu.com are likely to feel the same. I have mentioned that some embroidery can be used to express one's feelings, such as courtship, love, and blessings. Hand-stitched items carry particularly precious meanings. I think this should hold special appeal for women, especially those young noble ladies in the throes of love. Giving a hand-stitched piece to someone they admire is a way to convey their feelings to him; I dare say that just hearing this would immediately attract a large crowd. Moreover, embroidering specific patterns can also express respect for elders and blessings for juniors. If I were to hear this, I would definitely want to learn. My grandfather will convey my thoughts to those interested in embroidery, informing them that we plan to open an embroidery workshop where anyone interested can come to learn, as long as they pay a small fee for materials and the labor of the embroidery master. If this plan comes to fruition, we will not only be able to pass the time but also make money, which is truly a win-win situation
Cross-stitch embroidery originated in Wenzhou, China. Due to various reasons, it gradually declined and eventually spread to Europe and other regions, becoming widely popular in Europe, the United States, and various Asian countries and regions. It returned to China in the form of foreign culture. As it is a handicraft hobby that is easy to learn and understand, it enjoys widespread popularity and is loved by people of different ages
Design and operation are not difficult, but finding a way to retain those individuals is essential. Some people lose interest in learning a second embroidery technique after mastering one, while others may become frustrated and give up if they are not quick learners, which is undesirable. What can attract them? When women gather, the topics of conversation are crucial—men, family, children, as well as clothing, experiences, and so on. They might even discuss food, but it seems that these noble ladies might find such topics undignified and therefore refrain from initiating them. Furthermore, if a particularly unpleasant noblewoman enters the embroidery room with her pride and ostentation, it would surely deter everyone from wanting to stay in the embroidery room. Yes, this is indeed a problem.
Mother took Malan's hand and said: "Baby, don't mind it. When I used to see things that interested me, I also reacted quite strongly (just not as exaggerated). After seeing it more often, it won't be like that anymore. Don't think about it anymore; let's go find a shop."
Baby! A figure quickly dashed out from the room, excitedly picking up Meilan Sha and showering her little face with kisses. Behind her were a man and a woman, smiling as they watched the mother and daughter.
Embroidery room, what about the address? I need to find a quieter place; otherwise, I won't be able to focus on my embroidery. Additionally, regarding the environment, to create the right atmosphere, there should at least be more greenery and flowers, decorated in a more classical style. It is essential to find a place that meets these standards.
Only then did Meilansha reveal a radiant smile and say to Dana and Della: "Aren't Grandma and Mom quite bored at home?"
Meilansha thought that her life must be very exhausting. Looking at the bodyguards beside her, both of whom were Silver-level warriors, this indicated that her identity was not simple. Observing the people in the store, Meilansha suddenly had the feeling that those two mercenaries, as well as this lady, we would meet again in the future
Three generations of grandparents and grandchildren were quietly embroidering when Morin suddenly walked in, looking somewhat troubled. This piqued the curiosity of Meilan Sha and others, prompting them to inquire about the reason. Morin slowly explained the situation, revealing that it was indeed the moonlight unicorn embroidered by Meilan Sha that had caused the trouble
Meilan Sha is a person who, once she makes up her mind, will act without hesitation. Having decided to open an embroidery studio, she immediately brought along her mother and the curious Foucault, and they began selling magic cores and searching for a venue
Meilan Sha and Dana exchanged a glance, then looked at Foucault, who pointed to his own heart and then to Morin. The two understood that someone's self-esteem had been wounded, leading to a flurry of irrational thoughts in their minds
Looking at the smiles on the faces of his wife, daughter, and granddaughter, Morin felt that his happiness in this world was solely due to their presence. Feeling someone tapping on his shoulder, Morin turned to see it was Foucault, who was looking at him with a very strange smile and said, "Would you like me to say something like they did?"
Meilansha couldn't help but exclaim again: With such a level of service, it's no wonder that the business can grow so large and thrive so well
Stand up, rush out, Meilan Sha has decided to carry out an ideological reform for her mother and grandmother. In the face of those who always consider themselves superior to others, she aims to impress them with her talent and her dignified, fair attitude. Moreover, she intends to establish a leadership image, ensuring that others obediently follow her directives, which is far more important than any design or similar pursuits.
"Pfft." Foucault couldn't help but laugh at Meilan Sha's words, covering it up with a few coughs, and innocently said: "Little Meilan Sha, I didn't expect you to like money so much. Your reaction to the magic gold card is quite something. According to your plan, we will earn even more money in the future. You should get used to it and not embarrass yourself again."
Fortunately, he himself also feels that it would be a bit exaggerated to say it is Meilan Sha embroidery; otherwise, it might be even more troublesome now
Due to the numerous types of embroidery stitches and the fact that these two individuals are beginners, Meilan Sha first explained the origins of embroidery and the symbolic meanings of various embroidered items. From the beginning until now, the eyes of these two have been bright and shining, clearly expressing their excitement. This time, Meilan Sha truly took on the role of an embroidery teacher, teaching them how to use a needle and then instructing them in the simplest form of embroidery, which is cross-stitch.
Grandpa Fu, where have you been? I haven't seen you all day
"Wind Element Magic Core?" Morin exclaimed in surprise, not expecting this fellow to bring back a magic core. After examining it, he said in astonishment, "This magic core is larger than the one you gave me before. What level is it?"
The city they are currently in is a medium-sized city called Yaba in Sakya. When Meilansha first heard this name, she thought it was a reference to a mute person. Of course, it cannot be compared to Saya, which is a big city. However, whether due to good feng shui or some other reason, Yaba is quite prosperous, with a bustling commercial scene. It can be said that it is filled with merchants, and it has various establishments such as slave markets, mercenary guilds, assassin guilds, and thief guilds, among others, though these are all branches. If the kingdom or any notable figure were to establish a school here, congratulations to you, Yaba, you would truly embody the saying: "Though the sparrow is small, it has all the vital organs."
The regret of Meilan Sha, although hidden behind a veil, is not visible when drooling, yet such a grand gesture as passionately kissing a card would be noticed by anyone. I secretly vow: you better not end up in my hands, otherwise, heh heh
The two nodded in agreement; it was not merely boring, but extremely boring. After all, they were considered noble ladies, and once married, they naturally had to obediently stay at home. With such a limited space at home, it was no wonder they found it boring. Before her marriage, Dana could still go out and embark on adventures as a mercenary, but now with Melantha, she rarely even stepped outside her door, let alone go on adventures.
Mother's fist unceremoniously kissed Meilansha's head, scolding with a smile: "You are not even a woman now, yet you talk about teaching us to be women among women. Really, stop fooling around."
In the end, Morin became the second most popular figure at the banquet, after the city lord. Everyone who approached him to chat could not wait to ask where the embroidery came from. At that moment, Morin was filled with pride that his granddaughter's embroidery was so well-liked by so many people, and with a hint of boasting, he said it was done by his daughter. Then, from time to time, someone would express a desire for a piece of embroidery. Morin found himself in a difficult position; the people here were not ones he could afford to offend. Thus, he made excuses, saying that creating such a piece would require an immense amount of effort, and that his daughter was currently resting and could not embroider for others. The crowd did not doubt his words; in their eyes, this moonlight unicorn was simply a divine skill, so they said they would wait until his daughter had rested enough to help. However, Morin's current worry was that people had started asking for the embroidery.
Milan Sha cast him a disdainful glance and said, "Is it only now that you understand this fact? Also, remember to be a bit more humble in the future; it's fine to compliment occasionally, but if you do it too much, I will become arrogant"
Meilan Sha's only thought at that time was: this family is too impressive (in fact, what she really wanted to say was: this is a family of lunatics)
"What is there to discuss? I think Meilan Sha's attention is excellent. You, on the other hand, are a good person, but you lack a bit of courage. This time, listen to Meilan Sha." A voice sounded, and soon, Foucault approached with a beaming smile.
It is truly remarkable how expansive the store is, capable of transporting items from here to there and vice versa. The entire store seems to have everything one could possibly need, without any limitations due to its smaller size. According to Grandpa Fu, aside from being slightly smaller in scale, this store is not much different from the main store in Noah.
The other four individuals clearly included a wealthy lady, a young master, and two bodyguards. This young master was about the same age as Meilansha, looking quite adorable, with two small dimples and two prominent canine teeth when he smiled, making him utterly charming. As for the lady, when Meilansha's gaze briefly crossed hers through the veil, it felt as if a thunderbolt struck her mind. Those were eyes that spoke, eyes filled with wisdom and intelligence, suggesting that their owner must be exceptionally clever, capable of strategizing effortlessly. However, a sense of repression and helplessness enveloped this wisdom and sensitivity like a massive net, allowing absolute rationality to dominate her thoughts, as if to fortify her heart, preventing it from wavering easily. Only when faced with her child's coquetry would there be a softness in her eyes.
Meilan, her mother, and Grandpa Fu traveled extensively, but none of the places met their standards. Finally, they found a house that was somewhat suitable at the junction of the commoner and noble districts. It was fate that the owner of this house was a down-and-out merchant who urgently needed money to restart his business. One needed money, the other needed a house, and thus the transaction was simply concluded.
On that day, Meilan Sha accompanied Dana and Della to do embroidery. After seeing the unicorn that Meilan Sha had embroidered, they wanted to learn as well. However, at that time, Meilan Sha had to go out, so they postponed the matter. This was just right.
The family was thus reunited
Meilan Sha lowered her head in contemplation; she certainly did not have the leisure to assist a group of unrelated individuals with their embroidery. However, it now appeared that failing to lend a hand could lead to significant trouble. She needed to devise a way to avoid embroidering while not offending these people.
Morin, Della, and Dana were all thrilled; they knew that this idea was very feasible. If this embroidery studio were to open, those ladies and young misses would definitely come to learn, which would solve the problem of helping a large number of people with embroidery. Moreover, these ladies and young misses would surely come from wealthy families, and as long as the fees were not exorbitant, they would not mind paying. This was simply a win-win situation, or rather, a win-win-win situation. The additional benefit was that with these ladies and young misses in the studio, no one would dare to come and cause trouble, making their lives much more stable. However, now there was a significant problem at hand.
"Come here, little darling, let Grandma hold you." Beside them, Della, seeing that her daughter was almost done being held, began to cheerfully shout.
I feel a bit uncomfortable. If that mercenary were still alive, he should be able to make my mother happy. That cheap father is truly despicable. Even if you want to tear them apart, there is no need to directly eliminate someone. How can you expect a beautiful young woman in her twenties to live alone? It is quite depressing. I wonder what would happen if she went to eliminate the Daren family now? Meilan Sha admits that this is just her heart venting its resentment. After all, he is still her father, and unless he does something that crosses her bottom line, she will not trouble him.