Chapter 3, Two Creditors
As soon as she turned around, she hurriedly ran down the steps. After running down a few steps, she felt something was amiss and quickly turned back to ask, "May I ask your esteemed name, young sir?"
She was on the verge of tears. She immediately stood up and looked back at the path she had come from. The steps within her sight were empty, devoid of anything. She lifted her skirt and ran up, her heart in a state of turmoil and panic
This painting left her momentarily stunned, and she smiled at him gratefully. After running down a few steps, she felt something was amiss, turned around to face him, and said earnestly: "My name is Si Tian, Si as in Sima, and Tian as in tranquility. I will definitely repay you, young master."
My name is Pei Yunkuang He stood on the first stone step, his black hair like ink, and his starry eyes shining brightly The mountain breeze gently brushed against the corners of his clothing He stood tall and elegant, distinct from the crowd Behind him, the mountains rose like green clouds, creating a picturesque landscape He was like the finishing touch in a painting, akin to a flying dragon soaring into the sky
She nodded
While running halfway, I suddenly noticed a young man ahead.
I did not bring much silver with me, but here is a jade pendant. If the young lady is in urgent need of money, you may pawn it and return it to me later. " He then handed over another jade pendant, which was clearly of high-quality jadeite. Si Tian was taken aback and quickly said, "Thank you, young master, three taels of silver is enough, more than enough.
He smiled lightly and said, "Girl, does the Seven Forces Gate still fear that you will abscond with a few taels of silver?"
She hurried a few steps forward and whispered, "Master, I would like to go down the mountain for a while and will return shortly"
Si Tianxi said: "Really?"
However, he merely responded with a nonchalant "en" and turned to enter the house, as if the few silver coins were already lost without a trace
Si Tian did not expect him to be so agreeable, readily agreeing without even asking a question, which left her momentarily stunned. After a moment of thought, she cautiously added, "I won't run away; I will probably be back in about an hour."
Do you measure a gentleman's heart with the mind of a petty person? Shao Pei's faint smile made her feel quite embarrassed, she expressed her gratitude and turned to walk outside.
Shang Yu's cold face immediately broke into a smile as she waved to him, saying: "Come here"
The young man in the purple robe passed by her, his faint fragrance resembling a wisp of morning breeze
Si Tian felt somewhat desperate, her legs began to weaken
She pouted, turned around, and came out of the Qinglong Courtyard, nearly colliding with a person at the gate, a young man
She forced a smile and said, "Senior brother, I will pay you back." Her attitude was very sincere, as if she wanted to write an IOU and place it in his palm to demonstrate her determination and sincerity in repaying the debt
He should have heard her footsteps early on, and before she could get close, he asked without turning his head: "What is it?"
When she reached the foot of the mountain, which was already in sight, she let out a long breath and curled the corners of her lips. At the corner of the mountain path at the foot of the mountain, there was a steamed bun stall; she must buy a few buns, as she was very hungry. She finally dared to spend that three coins. Thinking of this, she touched the pouch at her waist
He nodded slightly: "Really, would I deceive you, a little girl?"
She hurriedly waved her hand and said, "Thank you, young master, but I cannot accept it"
She has already set aside her politeness; although she feels quite embarrassed, she is very touched by his proposal
He asked again: "Is the money lost?"
She gazed at him eagerly, hoping for a glimmer of hope from him. A few beads of sweat clung to her smooth forehead, resembling the dew drops formed by a night of frost on the blades of grass in the morning. Her eyes shone astonishingly, sparkling with a watery brilliance
Stepping out of the mountain gate, the stone steps looked breathtaking from above. She could not afford to be afraid and lifted her skirt to run down. Her legs were very sore, and just after descending about 100 steps, she was already panting heavily. However, thinking of her mother, who was being cared for at Aunt Yang's house and had coughed up a basin of blood, she could not stop.
She blushed. If it were in the past, she certainly would not have thought this way, nor would she have considered this point. Because in the past, she had never worried about money; a few taels of silver were merely enough for a spring gown. She never knew that money could give rise to many terrifying thoughts in people's hearts, and could create numerous barriers and suspicions between individuals. After experiencing much, she has also become somewhat overly cautious. The Qishi Clan, being wealthy and powerful, indeed would not worry that she would run away with a few taels of silver. She never knew that money could give rise to many terrifying thoughts in people's hearts, and could create numerous barriers and suspicions between individuals. After experiencing much, she has also become somewhat overly cautious. The Qishi Clan, being wealthy and powerful, indeed would not worry that she would run away with a few taels of silver
He handed over a golden purse, the fingers beneath it long and fair, as if they had never done any work, just like her fingers six months ago, clean and delicate, resembling fine white porcelain and warm mutton-fat jade
Qiyang walked over, then turned back and smiled at her
Who are you? Are you new?
She smiled at him politely and gratefully, then hurriedly ran down. This time, she did not dare to place the purse in her bosom; instead, she held it tightly in her palm.
She held three taels of silver in her hand, her heart already filled with impatience. Turning around, she left the Qinglong Courtyard and returned to Shao Pei's study.
She hurriedly and cautiously tucked away her purse and turned to look at the stone steps. In the distance, she could only see a purple shadow, resembling a wisp of purple smoke in the mountains
He frowned slightly and said, "Purse? I haven't seen it."
The person halted their steps, turned around, their countenance elegant, their expression calm and relaxed, yet exuding an indescribable air of nobility, a grace and demeanor that can only be cultivated through wealth and high status
She hurriedly passed by him and ran straight down
Her charming cheeks, like spring lotus flowers illuminated by a bright candle, were adorned with a rosy glow. He was quite pleased with the outcome of his words, as he took her hand and carefully placed three or two silver coins upon it
Shao Pei turned around, looked at her, and unexpectedly smiled.
He found it somewhat amusing; observing her serious expression, he also nodded solemnly, as if three or two silver coins constituted a significant sum.
The young man chuckled, "My name is Qi Yang. It's strange, hasn't the master already chosen a Vermilion Bird? Why is there another selection?"
He looked at her with curiosity, his eyes wide and bright, filled with surprise and admiration
As she passed by that person, she caught a whiff of a faint fragrance, very pleasant, neither a scent of spices nor of cosmetics, but rather akin to the natural aroma of a certain plant
Thank you, young master
Her heart raced! The purse had actually disappeared, and inside the purse were the three taels of silver she had just placed in and the three wen she was reluctant to spend
Qiyang stuck out his tongue: "Senior Brother, you know to ask about homework as soon as you see me, even more fierce than Master."
She could not refuse and accepted the purse
He let out an "oh," took out a purse from his sleeve, and said: "I have three taels of silver here; Miss, you can take it for now."
She has a strong preference for purple. Her mother said that with her fair and bright complexion, she looks beautiful in purple, so she made her many clothes in deep purple, light purple, and pink purple. Whenever she wears them, Lin Yifeng's gaze is always particularly bright, as if it expresses admiration. Lin Yifeng, she shook her head, no longer thinking about that name
She felt a stir in her heart and hurriedly asked, "Excuse me, young sir, have you seen a purse? It is light purple and embroidered with lotus flowers."
In front of the small window, the bamboo leaves sway gracefully, with a few slender bamboo stalks reaching in, their tender leaves brushing against his shoulders. He is tall and slender, exuding an elegance akin to that of black bamboo
Si Tian was taken aback, staring directly into his eyes, her throat suddenly choked. His eyes resembled those of a small shore.
Si Tian's complexion immediately resembled a light brush of rouge
At the bottom of the last step, a sedan chair and four men were waiting. Si Tian took a glance and noticed that the sedan chair was quite luxurious, likely awaiting the man in purple robes
Si Tian was about to speak when she heard Shang Yu's voice behind her: "Is it something you can worry about, Master? How is your practice with the Seven Star Flying Rain Needle going?"
He was dressed in dark robes, exuding an air of tranquility and coolness. Suddenly, he broke into a smile, which was indescribably warm and captivating, reminiscent of the warmth of spring when flowers bloom and ice and snow melt away
She turned her head slightly and saw Shang Yu lazily leaning against the door with her arms crossed, squinting at Qi Yang
Running upward continuously, she looked around as she ran, but after searching for a long time, she still found nothing. Sweat began to trickle down her forehead, and she couldn't be bothered to wipe it away, feeling both sweaty and cold at the same time
She was frantic, having searched her entire body, yet still found nothing
She couldn't help but lower her head to look at the purse in her hand. Upon closer inspection, she was taken aback; the purse was intricately woven with golden threads depicting two dragons playing with a pearl. The scales of the dragons were entirely filled with golden threads, numerous and dense, shimmering brilliantly in the sunlight. Between the two dragons was a round, lustrous pearl. Just this purse alone was worth at least five taels of silver
He was just standing outside Shao Pei's study, and he must have heard the reason for her visit to the Seven Forces Gate. Moreover, she had come to borrow money from him right away, which inevitably made it hard for others not to see her as a money-grubber. She wanted to be angry, to be indignant, but she helplessly admitted that he was not wrong. Yes, for her now, the most important thing is money. Since she had done such a thing, how could it not lead people to think this way? With this thought, her slight annoyance instantly dissipated. Forget it, a misunderstanding is just a misunderstanding. Yes, for her now, the most important thing is money. Since she had done such a thing, how could it not lead people to think this way? With this thought, her slight annoyance instantly dissipated. Forget it, a misunderstanding is just a misunderstanding. She did not refute, but lowered her head, shyly looking at his toes.
three or two taels of silver
Fortunately, he is still here. However, he no longer reads, standing with his hands behind his back in front of the window, lost in thought.
She swallowed the lump in her throat and smiled, saying: "My name is Si Tian, and I just arrived today"
She couldn't help but glance at him a couple more times, due to the purple long robe he was wearing
He still did not turn back and replied calmly with "Okay"
He paused for a moment and said, "Miss, running up and down these stone steps is quite exhausting. How much money did you lose?"
"You can't speak?" The young boy grinned mischievously and waved his hand in front of her, quite playfully
He smiled and said, "Miss, you must be a disciple of Master Shao, having come out from the Seven Forces Gate. I have a good friendship with Master Shao, so consider this silver as a loan from me. You can return the silver to him later."