The Road of the Concubine's First Wife

Chapter 26

"That's true." Qiao Shaotang also changed the topic along the way, "But I thought that I would sleep well for a day and a night according to Jiumei's habit. I heard that I haven't slept well recently. But why do I have to come out instead of resting today? Woolen cloth?"

Qiao Shaotang knew that Qiao Jiuxiu liked to sleep, although she didn't know the reason, but she heard from Jinxiu that if she didn't have to, she would sleep until she woke up naturally.In fact, Qiao Jiuxiu wasn't lethargic, she just thought that only in her dream could she relax completely, and she didn't need to think about the miscellaneous things in the house, and she didn't need to be wary of all kinds of villains who didn't know when they would appear.

In fact, she didn't want to sleep well today, but she was pulled up by Ye Duanyi early in the morning, and then she didn't want to let herself sleep for a while no matter what, so she had to obey.But you can't tell Qiao Shaotang directly like this, you can only smile, "Brother, you are joking, the weather is very good today, wouldn't it be a waste if you use it to sleep?"

Although, when she said this, she held back the breath she was about to let out, but she was still very sleepy.It's really good not to mention sleeping, she wants to fall down when talking about sleeping, as long as she is given a bed, she dares to lie down directly.

"Let me go to the front for punting, and you guys have a good chat in the back." Qiao Jiuxiu felt that she was very sensible, in order to create the necessary communication space for them, she should wrong herself to go outside for punting now.

However, the scenery on this river is really wonderful, the river is very calm, only when the water surface is paddled with a long pole can there be layers of water ripples, which are very beautiful.There are several similar small fishing boats in the distance, and I don't know whether they are out fishing or simply enjoying the beautiful scenery.The winter sun shone warmly on the body, without the heat of the summer sun, but a little more lazy.

Such a small day is also very pleasant.Qiao Jiuxiu was silent in her heart. You must know that in modern times, there are almost no such clean and clear rivers, and there is no such clear and fresh air.

Suddenly, he saw a large boat sailing towards him. It was a red lacquered wooden boat specially used for sightseeing. Compared with it, Qiao Jiuxiu's fishing boat seemed a bit shabby.Originally, Qiao Shaotang also planned to charter such a sightseeing boat, but Qiao Jiuxiu didn't agree because she thought it would be too expensive. Besides, even ordinary fishing boats can swim in the lake, and they can also have fun, so why spend that money?
Although it wasn't her money, she felt sorry for Qiao Shaotang's money.

Suddenly, two people in the big boat came to the side of the boat, and Qiao Jiuxiu smiled happily. She also knew these two people. One was Wang Meng who had a conflict with her in the restaurant that day, and the other was Chen Chu who gave Ye Mingzhu powder as a gift. The impression was pretty good, so he nodded slightly.Chen Chu also saw Qiao Jiuxiu and looked at her in surprise, not understanding why she smiled at him.

Although that smile is really sweet.Like the ice water in summer, the warm sun in winter, the delicate flowers in spring, and the fruits in autumn.Or maybe it was Jiuniang's sugar pills, he was drunk.

"My lord, it's Miss Qiao's family." Wang Meng also recognized Qiao Jiuxiu, and Chen Chu gave Wang Meng a look, "How many times have I said, don't call me the lord, you should call me the son or the young master."

He doesn't want Qiao Jiuxiu to know his identity for the time being, because he still remembers the day when they met, when Qiao Jiuxiu helped the storyteller, he seemed very dissatisfied with himself, the idle Ninth Prince. I am not satisfied.

There are only unreasonable likes in this world, but no unreasonable dissatisfaction.

"Miss Qiao, it's been a long time. Why don't you come up and sit down?" Chen Chu invited. Qiao Jiuxiu thought that she owed someone a favor last time, and he still invited her sincerely. In addition, she also really wanted to visit on the big ship. , so nodded, "It's just that I still have two friends, I don't know if it's convenient to bring them with me."

Chen Chu nodded, Qiao Jiuxiu's friends were also his friends.

So Qiao Jiuxiu got into the cabin, and told Qiao Shaotang and Ye Duanyi, Ye Duanyi nodded, she was very happy to chat with Qiao Shaotang just now, and she was also very interested, she heard that she could go to the big ship to play, she was as happy as a child, Qiao Shaotang was worried that the two girls got on someone else's boat and followed them out.

"My lord?" Ye Duanyi murmured in her heart when she saw Chen Chu. His father was an important court official, so it was normal for her to know the Ninth Prince. Besides, the Emperor tried his best to match her and the Ninth Prince some time ago, but Ye Da The general vetoed it.

Chen Chu nodded to Ye Duanyi, and put her hand on her lips, hoping that Ye Duanyi would not reveal his identity. Ye Duanyi understood Chen Chu's intention and did the same thing. He didn't want Qiao Shaotang to know that she was Miss Ye's family.

Although she was very satisfied with Qiao Shaotang from the beginning to the present, but after a little more research, she would never be wrong.

Qiao Shaotang kept looking at Chen Chu. He felt that although the man in front of him had a sick face, he couldn't hide his noble aura, and his eyes were extremely sharp. He was definitely not an ordinary thing.

Chen Chu approached the boat, Qiao Shaotang jumped onto the boat first, and then stretched out his hand to help Qiao Jiuxiu onto the big boat.Qiao Jiuxiu nodded to Qiao Shaotang and said thank you. Although he is a man, he is her elder brother after all, so she is relieved after thinking about it.

However, Ye Duanyi hesitated.She wanted Qiao Shaotang to help her get on the boat, but men and women can't kiss each other, how could she have skin-to-skin relationship with him before they even got married?But if she didn't do that, it would be dangerous for her to step into the boat by herself.

This is really embarrassing.

"Brother, let me do it, I'll pull her up." Qiao Jiuxiu saw Ye Duanyi's embarrassment, so she walked to the side of the boat and said to Qiao Shaotang.

"No." Qiao Shaotang and Chen Chu said in unison. "Jiumei, you have little strength. If you don't pay attention, you may bring yourself down. At that time, both of you will fall into the water, and we will not be able to save you."

Qiao Shaotang teased, Qiao Jiuxiu could only nod her head.Qiao Shaotang asked Qiao Jiuxiu to hand him the embroidered handkerchief. Qiao Jiuxiu was puzzled, so she handed the embroidered handkerchief to Qiao Shaotang. Qiao Shaotang wrapped the embroidered handkerchief around his hand, and then stretched it out in front of Ye Duanyi.

"That way, you won't be afraid of being abrupt." Qiao Shaotang chuckled, "Come on, come up."

Ye Duanyi nodded, gave Qiao Shaotang a slight smile, and then put her hand on his. Although it was separated by a layer of embroidered handkerchief, she could still vaguely feel his breath. She felt that her face was burned again. famous.

Around Qiao Shaotang, Ye Duanyi arrived on the big boat, she didn't dare to look at Qiao Shaotang again, and hid behind Qiao Jiuxiu.

"He's an honest gentleman." Chen Chu lowered his voice and said to Wang Meng who was beside him. Wang Meng also nodded, knowing that the prince probably wanted to get acquainted with Qiao Shaotang.But judging from his actions just now, he is really a gentleman.

"Brother, this is Mr. Chen Chu and Wang Meng. They have had some contacts with me before." Qiao Jiuxiu was the only one on the big ship who knew everyone, so it was natural for her to introduce each other. After introducing Chen Chu and Wang Meng, Qiao Jiuxiu Turning to Chen Chu again, he said, "Master Chen, this is my elder brother Qiao Shaotang."

"It's a pleasure to meet Mr. Chen. I wonder if we can meet?" Qiao Shaotang took the initiative to talk to Chen Chu. He always felt that this Chen Chu's face was familiar, as if he had seen it somewhere before.

"I've always heard that Qiao Shaotang, the eldest son of the Prime Minister's Mansion, is a talented person. Today I saw him, he is really extraordinary, but we probably haven't met before, but we have also met before." Chen Chu smiled while holding a folding fan. He rarely He entered and exited the palace as the Ninth Prince, so no matter whether he was an important official in the court or some wealthy families in the capital, very few people had seen him. Even Qiao Shaotang had seen him once or twice during National Day and other activities, that was a long way to go. When you are far away, you will never see your face clearly, so Chen Chu is quite confident about this.

"That's right, our young master grew up outside the customs and only returned to the capital in the past year. Young master Qiao must have admitted the wrong person." Wang Meng also immediately chimed in nervously.

A little embarrassment appeared on Qiao Shaotang's face. He laughed and said, "I must have misunderstood the person, but Jiumei's friend is my Qiao Shaotang's friend. Mr. Chen said just now that we also had an intersection. Why?"

When Qiao Shaotang said this, Chen Chu and Qiao Jiuxiu immediately laughed, but Qiao Shaotang and Ye Duanyi looked at them in surprise.

"Brother, do you still remember the storyteller we met in the tavern?" Qiao Jiuxiu said with a smile. When I was in the tavern last time, there was indeed a screen between my table and Chen Chu's table, so Qiao Shaotang Naturally, she had never met Chen Chu.

"Tavern? Jiumei, you mean?" Qiao Shaotang immediately remembered what happened last time, and quickly understood, "It turns out that we really have crossed paths!" As he spoke, Qiao Shaotang also showed a hearty smile on his face. .

"Mr. Chen, we were the ones who were rude last time. If there is any offence, please don't mind Mr. Chen. Qiao has used tea instead of wine to apologize to Mr. Chen." As he spoke, Qiao Shaotang picked up a piece of paper on the coffee table. The celadon teacup drank the freshly filled tea in one gulp.

"Young Master Qiao, you are serious. This cup of tea should be regarded as a meeting gift to Young Master Qiao." Chen Chu also picked up a cup of clear tea as he spoke, and drank it down in one gulp.

The two suave and elegant gentlemen turned their teacups upside down after drinking the tea, and then looked at each other and laughed.

Qiao Jiuxiu knew that this was the meaning of Qiao Shaotang and Chen Chu admiring each other and wanting to strengthen each other, so she felt relieved a lot. If her friend could get the approval of Qiao Shaotang, the young master of the Qiao family, then Chen Chu, a friend, You can continue to communicate with yourself.

The young sons naturally had common topics. Soon, Qiao Shaotang and Chen Chu chatted happily. Wang Meng poured tea and water to serve him. Qiao Jiuxiu and Ye Duanyi sat aside and watched the scenery on both sides of the cruise ship. , I feel very comfortable.

At this time, Ye Duanyi secretly tugged on Qiao Jiuxiu's sleeve, Qiao Jiuxiu immediately understood what she meant, she had something to say to herself, so Qiao Jiuxiu walked out with Ye Duanyi on the pretext of going outside to blow some air In the cabin, Qiao Shaotang and Chen Chu, who were chatting to the refreshing place, naturally did not pay attention to the actions of the two little girls.

After Qiao Jiuxiu and Ye Duanyi walked out of the cabin, Ye Duanyi immediately pulled Qiao Jiuxiu into a corner, and then said a little shyly, "Ninth Sister, Master Qiao is really as handsome as people say, and he treats people well." Very gentle and polite."

Qiao Jiuxiu looked at Ye Duanyi's shy face and the little girl's eyes full of joy, and knew that she had a secret love for Qiao Shaotang, and couldn't help but feel a lot happier. After all, Ye Duanyi is a good woman in all aspects. If she is her future sister-in-law, then she will definitely not embarrass herself. If another woman becomes her sister-in-law, the situation has not yet been known.

After all, Ye Duanyi was recommended to Qiao Shaotang by herself. If the two of them achieve a positive result in the future, he will be more or less a half-matchmaker, and life in Qiao's house may be easier in the future.Qiao Jiuxiu likes Ye Duanyi from the bottom of her heart, and feels that she can bring good luck to herself, so naturally she wholeheartedly facilitates the two of them. Hearing what Ye Duanyi said, Qiao Jiuxiu felt even happier.

(End of this chapter)