Chapter 10, The Xie family has a daughter who has just reached the age of marriage

On a bright spring afternoon, I was diligently studying medicine, while Song Zijing was playing chess with himself

I was once again compelled to don a peach-colored gown, and then I sat down as Madame Xie personally shaped my eyebrows

Xie Zhaoke smiled and said: "Mother, my younger sister was so pitiful before, this time we should hold the coming-of-age ceremony more grandly to make up for it."

Xie Zhaoke directed me to turn in a certain direction, and the officials presented the ceremonial scarf and hairpin. The Princess of Shou Wang stood up and recited a blessing aloud: "On this auspicious day of the lunar month, the initiation of the coming-of-age ceremony begins. Abandon your youthful aspirations, and follow the path to virtue. May you enjoy longevity and happiness, and may you receive abundant blessings."

The tall shadow fell softly, and I hurried to catch it, as it heavily pressed down on my shoulder. A strong scent of blood mixed with a strange sweetness wafted to my nose

She pinched the tweezers and brought them close to my eyebrow, then suddenly yanked. I let out a deafening scream.

His straight nose bridge, his soft hair, his deep and gentle voice, the warm and smooth skin that was unintentionally touched

The elderly woman is not young anymore, and she may have some cataracts along with presbyopia, making her vision not very good. After a long time of effort, she pulled my scalp painfully, but finally managed to get it done. Then, when she added the hairpin, it pierced right into my scalp, causing me to immediately tear up from the pain

Xie Zhaoke smiled at me with a beauty that could topple nations and cities: "Congratulations, sister, on reaching adulthood"

In fact, asking him to tutor me was the biggest mistake my mother made. With my beloved right beside me, how could I possibly focus on studying? Naturally, all my attention shifted from reason to sensation.

I have been chuckling quietly beside.

I gazed at his handsome face and repeated, "Have you ever liked anyone?"

After finally finishing the trimming, I felt as if I had died once, my back drenched in sweat

So that's how it is, I breathed a sigh of relief

Before I had the chance to look in the mirror, I was swept out by the crowd

At this moment, the Princess Dowager stood up, walked to the side to wash her hands, and then exchanged polite remarks with my parents. I thought it was time for them to style my hair and insert the hairpin, but the three old folks sat back down again

Xie Zhaoke helped me up and quietly handed me a handkerchief. I gratefully wiped my face, which was covered in sweat. After the ceremony concluded, I returned to my room to change into my regular clothes. Having not eaten anything since early morning, I was now so hungry that my stomach was rumbling. Seeing the pastries laid out on the table, I reached out to take some.

Xie Zhao Ke finished combing my hair and placed the comb aside on the mat. I thought it was over and excitedly lifted my head. Xie Zhao Ke then pressed my head down again with one hand

Zhang Qiuyang wrote this book to pass on his lifelong skills to future generations, embodying a spirit of selfless information exchange, which makes it quite accessible and not difficult to read. Moreover, the section titled "The Book of Poisons" is very interesting, with some parts resembling excerpts from a martial arts novel.

I suddenly opened my eyes

Yunxiang brought a bowl of fragrant wonton noodles, and I devoured it ravenously, as if a whirlwind had swept through, and then I went to sleep after finishing it

Xie Zhaoke grabbed me and said: "Wait a moment, next is the three bows."

Birds are chirping on the trees outside, and flowers are blooming on the branches. The weather has turned warm, and we have all changed into lighter clothing. Amidst the warm breeze and the fragrance of flowers, I suddenly thought of Zhang Ziyue

April 18, the spring sunlight is bright and beautiful. I was dragged out of bed early in the morning, personally supervised by Madam Xie as I got dressed and groomed

The view is shrouded in darkness, with only a faint candlelight coming from the outer compartment; it has already turned dark outside. I have unknowingly slept for a long time.

Song Zijing smiled and fell into reminiscence: "She was a refined young lady, well-versed in literature and propriety. We exchanged a few poems at a poetry gathering, separated by a curtain; her talent was exceptional, rare among women. She was originally promised to someone, but later her parents arranged her marriage."

I raised my head, and in the corner stood a familiar figure. His hair was disheveled, and his clothes were in disarray, yet they did not obscure the cold and sharp light in his eyes. The corner was very dark, making it difficult to discern his expression, but I could hear his heavy breathing.

Madam Xie patted me and said, "It's fine, you go attend to the guests."

Thus, my fifteenth birthday has finally arrived

Several sects gathered a multitude of people to provoke the F sect, which severely violated the "Public Security Administration Punishment Regulations". They were subjected to the latest toxic substance "Qianjue", developed and certified by the F sect's protector, Xuan, which won an advanced invention award. The victims exhibited blue skin, experiencing intense itching and pain, rapidly decaying, with flesh rotting and bones shattering, until they ultimately transformed into a puddle of blue ink. ... The antidote is ... . ... Elder Zhang wrote: There is no antidote, prepare the coffin.

Yunxiang! Yunxiang! I shouted.

Song Zijing looked up at me and said, "What?"

"Quickly help me, support him inside," I commanded, "Then go boil some water and find my set of scissors and small knife. Remember, do not disturb anyone!"

I waited for a moment, and he continued to play chess. I asked, "Is it finished?"

A surge of intense emotion welled up within me, and I grasped his hand tightly

Yunxiang, however, was still very pleased: "Fourth Miss, I heard from the other maidservants that among all the young ladies of the Xie family, our coming-of-age ceremony is the most grand, even surpassing that of the Third Miss."

He will patiently solve a formula five times, and he will also carefully correct every mistake in my English composition

Master Xie rose to deliver a speech, offering a few formal remarks, and then the ceremony officially commenced

Song Zijing said lightly: "How do I ask this?"

I have truly experienced the complexity and tediousness of ancient rituals, which seem to be nothing more than self-inflicted torment. I nearly ended up with a rash from that heavy clothing.

The matter of providing free medical consultations to the common people has been disrupted by Miss Zhao. I fear that this will reach Madam Xie's ears, and Song Zijing is also concerned about falling into Miss Zhao's clutches. Thus, the two of us have temporarily returned to our regular and monotonous teaching life

We placed Xie Zhaoying on the bed. In the candlelight, there was not a trace of color on his handsome face, his lips were dark, his body was burning hot, and his breath was faint

Is there or is there not

I was accompanied by Xie Zhaoke as I entered the venue, beginning a long series of gestures including kneeling, untying my hair, and combing my hair.

Once the words were spoken, it was clear that a mistake had been made. Although Song Zijing possessed a wealth of knowledge, he was merely a commoner. In the rigidly hierarchical Eastern Qi, how could he possibly have his wishes fulfilled?

Peering out from behind the curtain, I saw that the hall was already filled with people, most of whom were unfamiliar relatives. Master Xie, dressed in a crimson and black official robe, sat at the high table, while Madam Xie, also attired in a purple and gold ceremonial robe, sat gracefully beside him. In a prominent position sat a noblewoman adorned with a phoenix crown and a purple robe, still possessing an air of elegance; she is my great-aunt, the Princess of Shou. She is the principal guest of this ceremony.

Oh? It just occurred to me that in ancient times, a girl seemed to come of age at the age of fifteen. After that, she could discuss marriage and courtship

Madam Xie nodded in satisfaction and said, "You should also pick out some fabric this afternoon to make a dress."

I am curious: "How is she?"

Ah? I have done something that weighs on my conscience, and I immediately feel uneasy, thinking to myself, could it be that Madam Xie has found out about my sneaking out?

After the relationship between Wang Er from location C and Xiao Cui from location D ended in heartbreak, Xiao Cui administered her exclusively invented and copyrighted blue bottle new packaging poison "Charming" to Wang Er. As a result, whenever Wang Er came into contact with other women, he would experience intense itching and develop large areas of red rashes, scratching relentlessly until his skin was broken and blood flowed profusely. The method for detoxification was supposed to be as follows. Thus, whenever Wang Er came into contact with other women, he would experience intense itching and develop large areas of red rashes, scratching relentlessly until his skin was broken and blood flowed profusely. The method for detoxification was supposed to be as follows.

I also spread my hands, looking at them filled with purity, as if they were laden with snow and frost, and could not help but murmur: "Too much to give in hand, I shall return to dream of a beautiful appointment."

I am disappointed: "What is this supposed to be? Did you not try to fight for it?"

Madam Xie sat gracefully in the grand hall, beside her stood the sister-in-law, who, though her belly was still flat, was already dressed in maternity attire and pretentiously supporting her waist. There was also Xie Zhaoke, who was always as radiant as peach blossoms yet as cold as frost, along with the almost negligible Miss Bai Yan'er, who was lost in her own thoughts.

The key point is that several ladies were looking at me with friendly smiles on their faces, which sent a chill down my spine

Of course. They want others to know that the four daughters of the Xie family are no longer mad. Only then do I qualify to choose a consort. Damn it, why not just take a gong and drum and announce it loudly in the marketplace

No wonder Mrs. Xie looks at me as a farmer gazes at the large white radishes he has grown in his field, or as a livestock keeper looks at the fattened pigs, with a sense of joy akin to that of laborers celebrating a bountiful harvest

Madam Xie wore a stern expression and said, "Stop messing around." Then she instructed the maids to hold me down, while Xie Zhaoke personally supported my head. I felt like a fish being skinned alive on a chopping board, and I simply let out a loud wail, crying out in pain as tears streamed down my face. I could hardly comprehend how much willpower those girls in the dormitory must have had to endure having their eyebrows trimmed every few days.

I am laughing, and Yunxiang comes to find me: "Miss, the lady requests your presence."

The new clothes have been delivered, vibrant in color and light in fabric, and I find myself quite enamored with them. However, upon turning to see Xie Zhaoke in her new attire, she is so beautiful that it seems she could soar into the clouds at any moment, and I am immediately struck down, feeling as if I have fallen into the dust. Genes determine everything

It is fortunate that this hairpin is made of jade and not rebar, otherwise I would have lost my life here

Xie Zhaoke often visits the academy now, bringing some fresh fruits and snacks. Each time, she is meticulously dressed, and the beauty she radiates, influenced by love, is extraordinarily dazzling, making it hard for one to look away. However, Song Zijing, this extraordinary person, remains utterly indifferent.

Second brother

I recall countless afternoons like this in the past, when he would sit beside me, tutoring me in my studies

Second brother, with me here, you will be fine

The elder sister-in-law also raised her voice and said: "Fourth sister is truly fortunate, look how much mother cares for you. In the future, if you marry a good husband, do not forget your family, okay"

Thus, by the time I had gone through all the formalities, it was already afternoon. Returning to the courtyard, I collapsed onto the bed and was almost completely unconscious.

Amidst the moonlit shadows and fragrant blossoms, I keenly detected a trace of bloodshed.

Song Zijing smiled and said, "I don't know."

I suddenly asked, "Sir, do you like to surpass others?"

You don't even know what she looks like

To be honest, I feel a bit of sympathy for Xie Zhao Ke. Although she appears to be extremely pleased with herself regarding my issues, she does not show enough sympathy towards me

I cried: "Mother, it hurts so much, don't fix it. Nature is beauty."

Xie Zhaoying is knocking on the door outside: "What happened? What happened?"

To whom do you wish to gift a handful of moonlight

I said: "I am dead"

A's resident Zhang San engaged in an illegal physical altercation with B's resident Li Si. During the conflict, Li Si administered a unique poison known as "Duan Chang San," which is exclusively transmitted to males and consists of one dose equivalent to five doses. Consequently, Zhang San experienced excruciating abdominal pain, swelling in his limbs, and the appearance of black spots on his body. He suffered for a total of forty-nine days before ultimately succumbing to ruptured intestines and death. The antidote should be prepared in this manner, that manner, and yet another manner.

He set down the chess piece and said, "There has been some."

I continued to immerse myself in medical books

Now that I have reached adulthood, it is no longer convenient to study alongside Song Zijing, and life has become a bit easier. I will focus on diligently researching medical skills; I still have much to learn about herbal medicine. Recently, I have been making an effort to try my hand at making fruit pies; how is cream extracted again

"Completed," said Song Zijing

Yun Xiang rushed out in disarray, exclaiming in shock: "This, this, this... Second Young Master?"

I did not understand a word. Just as I was puzzled, the Princess of Longevity had already knelt beside me and began to comb my hair

Until my birthday, I had no opportunity to go out

I feel a strange restlessness within me, as if something is incessantly scratching, making me uneasy. Yunxiang is sleeping in the outer room; she is tired after a long day and is now completely still. I tiptoe over and open the door

Madam Xie is indeed like an old ginger, the spicier it gets with age; no matter how much I howl and wail, her actions remain unyielding and resolute

Madam Xie said: "The coming-of-age ceremony is a significant event and must not be taken lightly. We have decided to start preparations now, and you will need to have several new outfits made. There will be no classes this afternoon, as the Imperial Tailoring Bureau will come to take your measurements. We are indeed benefiting from the royal favor; your third sister only had her clothes made by Yun Jian Xuan for her coming-of-age ceremony back then"

Outside, the cold cicadas hang high, the moonlight fills the ground, and the night breeze is gentle, reluctant to awaken the lover's dream. In the corner, a cluster of jasmine blooms vibrantly, its large, luminous white flowers swaying gracefully towards the moon, resembling pairs of jade hands cradling a piece of moonlight

It is now time for Xie Zhao Ke to personally apply powder and rouge for me, and to put on the jewelry. Finally, the last group of people hurriedly helped me arrange my clothes, and only then did we manage to reach a temporary conclusion

I lament in my heart: I detest the feudalistic society

Madam Xie spoke: "Xiao Hua, on the eighteenth of next month, you will turn fifteen years old, and you will no longer be a little girl"

Song Zijing smiled gracefully, conveying everything without a word