Chapter One, Cheng Shicheng Mu Yang (1)
"It doesn't matter; it's just that the old eunuch Li Lianying stole it from the palace and sold it overseas. At least it was given to that person, who has remained in China for a long time, so it can be considered as protecting a national treasure," said Shen Jiaming, who grew up alongside her, speaking rather sourly. "At worst, it will be recorded as your brother's debt. But Bei Bei, how could you be so generous to Cheng Mu Yang?"
On this afternoon, the weather is somewhat oppressive
A bracelet of suitable size is difficult to remove once worn, and a properly fitting jade bracelet signifies the selection of its owner. It is not advisable to forcibly take it off. Nanbei spoke with conviction, "This is a treasure meant to attract customers; it is best for the gentlemen and ladies to consider carefully before trying it on."
However, the reasoning is indeed valid. Although the store has special hand oil for removing jade bracelets, finding a suitable size and then having to take it off after wearing it can indeed be quite a challenge.
Cheng Mu, to her, was a physics major with whom she had a brief period of contact, nearly jeopardizing their relationship. As for herself, she had only attended university for half a semester before being forced to leave, without ever clarifying the slightly ambiguous relationship with that girl. Therefore, here, in Taizhou, in the private jade workshop of the Shen family, what should they do upon meeting again
One evening, she was engrossed in her calculus homework when a girl asked her if she had any thoughts about the boy who had secretly admired her for so long. She felt somewhat bewildered as a Russian beauty in short shorts swayed in front of her, saying that the boy named Cheng Mu had started paying attention to her since she entered the school.
No wonder, he could only ask her from beginning to end: "Are you okay?"
This time, due to Mr. Shen's visit to Taizhou for ancestral worship, there were as many as 170 descendants of the Shen family who came from the United States, Europe, Indonesia, Mexico, and various provinces and cities in the mainland. However, only Mr. Shen and his two sons stayed in the old residence. Nanbei also accompanied them, having arrived a week earlier, spending each day either meeting various elders and juniors or visiting the nearby Yufang.
The events of the past were truly unknown to Nanbei. However, at that time, she had already sensed something.
"Why not just put it on?" Cheng Muriao asked with interest, glancing at the jade bracelet in her hand
The next day, everyone knew about this matter, a joke between the North and South that resulted in a jade bracelet valued at seventy million. This jade workshop was originally established for private collection and local government exhibitions, serving as a contribution by the Shen family to enhance their hometown's achievements. Therefore, whether something was lost or gained, no one would truly bother to calculate.
Several classmates were quite frightened, yet she, who had been shot, along with that clumsy first-aid provider, remained remarkably calm. Having experienced real gunfights in Yunnan during her childhood, she felt no negative emotions aside from the pain. From the police taking statements to her eventual hospitalization, Cheng Mu did not display any particular emotions, which truly astonished her
At that time, she was sent to the hospital, where the doctor incessantly questioned in a Belgian-accented French, asking who had removed the bullet. When Cheng Mu was finally forced to admit it was himself, she was astonished by the audacity of this boy. However, he had nothing decent at hand, and the wound was truly unsightly.
Moreover, a physics major of Cheng Mu's caliber should have pursued his studies diligently and ultimately gained entry into the laboratory without any issues
This is truly ... ... excessive
Is it true? That woman has a joyful expression in her eyes
How is that possible?" She shook her head and scoffed
Without hesitation, she took out the two jade bracelets that were side by side, selected the smallest one, and turned to try it on the woman. She gently held the woman's hand, slipped the jade bracelet over the four fingers that were brought together, and pressed it against the web of the thumb. The size and fit were surprisingly perfect: "This is worth collecting, and the size is very suitable for this young lady."
What are your views on arms trading and the like? Do you wish to live that kind of life? She leaned back in her chair, holding her book, but her eyes were secretly glancing at him
If there are any, they can all be taken out. Cheng Mu looked at her face, carefully examining the long-lost acquaintance.
Only once, just that once, she tested him
Looking back, it seems that I have always lived in a rainy place. During those years in Belgium, it was also rainy, yet the climate was very pleasant, with summer temperatures not exceeding 28 degrees and winter nights hovering only around zero degrees.
At that time, I thought it was about studying physics, as the structure of the brain is different
She originally intended to scare him a little
Later, no matter how she tried to remedy the situation, there were still noticeable scars on the upper side of her right arm
Just as I was about to speak and ask for herbal tea, I found myself frozen in place
Although this statement sounds impressive, the language is entirely unprofessional, resembling that of a charlatan. If it were not for Mr. Shen's prior instructions allowing this young lady to do as she pleases, they would truly not dare to present such matters so directly.
Is this good? The woman raised her arm and looked at him
Please wait
It must be said that she has not had such a considerate nanny since then
North and South are somewhat incredulous
Taizhou, China
As the door swung open, a rich scent of sandalwood mingled with the cool air from the air conditioning, enveloping me. Directly opposite the entrance, the sound of Taiwanese opera wafted from behind a glass screen, characterized by its distinctive tone and meticulous old-fashioned style.
Nanbei smiled and said, "The best jade here has probably not all been taken out yet"
It is Cheng Mu
Although there is much rain and snow, it is mostly a sticky drizzle and snowflakes that melt upon landing
She lightly raised the corner of her mouth, approached the staff to request the key, and walked to the large glass display case to unlock it
He completely ignored her question
Cheng Mu glanced at her, lightly tapping the table with the tip of his pen, and for a moment, he smiled like a cunning old fox: "It sounds like you are quite yearning for it"
Shen Jiaming was somewhat surprised, yet he overlooked the ferocity of the macaw, nearly getting pecked on the finger. However, as the parrot frantically bumped against the cage, he couldn't help but gaze at her with a sense of wonder, saying, "What a coincidence"
It is truly scorching hot outside the door
"Not bad." He is indeed sparing with his words
Since she dropped out midway in Belgium and returned to her home country, she has not left Yunnan for four years
No, when Mr. Shen sent someone to bring him here, he mentioned that no matter what was chosen, it would be considered a gift for the younger generation. The shop assistant sighed, lamenting that they had saved money for the boss by keeping these best jade pieces hidden, only to have them squandered by Nanbei.
She truly enjoys this one-on-one conversation in Chinese
During a deep interview with a Taiwanese media outlet, Shen exited through the back door of her old residence, taking a small path to Yufang.
She paused for a moment: "Are you referring to Cheng Mu Yang?"
Indeed... what a coincidence
Indeed, it is the fourth nephew of Boss Cheng, Cheng Mu Yang. Shen Jia Ming stood up and carefully examined the parrot in the cage by the window. The Cheng family has always prioritized merit over kinship. Ever since Cheng Gong turned seventy, Cheng Mu Yang has been appearing more frequently, seemingly becoming the little boss of the Cheng family
Suddenly enjoying the cool breeze of the air conditioning, she couldn't help but squint her eyes in pleasure and let out a long sigh
That afternoon, outside was the typical drizzly weather of Belgium. He sat very close to her, his clothes having been specially dried, carrying a faint, warm scent, and her clothes also bore a similar fragrance.
She did not walk out the door, but instead entered the inner hall. The carpet was of a very thick kind, providing a soft and cushioned sensation underfoot. Due to her approach, both individuals turned to look.
There are two or three guests in the inner hall, and one person stands out remarkably
There should be no involvement whatsoever
I did not expect Cheng Mu to actually bring it over, directly putting the entire set on that woman.
Cheng Mu rested his elbow on the edge of the mahogany table, merely gazing at her. His eyes seemed to hold a smile, yet it did not manifest on his face: "These all look quite good. Are there any particularly valuable items worth collecting?"
She stood to the left of the woman, quietly shifting her gaze over, silently asking him: Girlfriend?
Such a large display case, yet it contains only two jade bracelets, which is sufficient to demonstrate their value
The Jade Pavilion is privately owned and is often used by local governments for exhibitions and to host distinguished guests, with not many idle individuals present.
The black tea in hand emits a gentle stream of steam
Jiangsu and Zhejiang have just entered the plum rain season, and the weather resembles the rainy climate of Yunnan. It is a familiar climate, so it does not feel far from home
The snowstorm that blocked 900 kilometers was a once-in-a-decade occurrence
However, her exceptionally unique family background prevented her from thinking deeply, and it seems that she still lacked a certain degree of feelings for him
She lowered her voice and turned her head to speak a few words to the familiar shop assistant beside her. Soon, someone brought over the bracelets she referred to as "very good".
Cheng Mu Yang, he is originally Cheng Mu Yang
The two female shop assistants following her were tense and dared not to smile
That woman must be someone who understands these matters well, her eyes filled with joy as she lowers her head to examine each one closely
Is this a regular customer
Nanbei looked at the exquisite jade bracelet given to someone else, let out a light sigh, and signaled to the female shop assistant that it was time to settle the bill. The shop assistant smiled slightly, pursing her lips, but did not approach the counter. Instead, she bent slightly and led the two individuals out from behind the screen
At that time, due to the humid weather, the wound did not heal easily
In the inner hall, the girl from the north and south made a gesture for silence, quietly walking past from the back hall, observing him from a distance with great care
This is a privately owned jade shop. On the first day she came here, Mr. Shen told her that anyone who could come here was related to the Shen family. Could it be that he is also related to the Shen family
She sighed and said, "When I met him, I did not know he was from the Cheng family"
After returning to school, many classmates noticed that a handsome mixed-race boy had appeared beside her, serving as a caretaker. At that time, Nanbei was sharing a room with a Russian girl, and the boy's frequent comings and goings were quite inconvenient. However, to their surprise, the girl living with them was very willing to facilitate their relationship.
His tone is very standard; compared to someone like me who cannot distinguish between nasal sounds, it is indeed much more refined
Cheng Mu was wearing a black shirt, and apart from the watch on his wrist, he had no other accessories on him. He sat there with one hand resting on the edge of the table, watching the woman beside him choose bracelets. The two occasionally exchanged words, conversing in Cantonese, a local dialect that certainly added to the charm of a girl with a pleasant voice.
She still remembers his appearance at the time of their farewell. He was a young boy then, tall and slender, with short black hair, and only his eyes were a striking shade of brown, resembling those of a Persian cat. Yet before her now stood a living person who was no longer a boy, but had long since grown into a veritable man
However, as of today, she finally has an answer. The Cheng family primarily engages in the arms business, so it is no wonder he is afraid
If it were not for Shen Gong returning to his hometown to pay respects to his ancestors after having watched her grow up since childhood, she would not have come to Taizhou to accompany the elderly in revisiting their homeland