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Pei'er followed closely behind Lin Wanqing, admiration gleaming in her eyes.

"Madam, every word you say is so insightful. It made Aunt Su's face change several times. It's so satisfying!"

After saying this, she covered her mouth and chuckled, her eyes full of admiration for Lin Wanqing.

Su Qiaoer stood there, her face turning from red to blue.

Lin Wanqing was only concerned about Lu Shengyuan's condition and seemed unaware of the subtle changes around her.

He just patted the back of Pei'er's hand gently and urged: "Don't delay, we have to check those herbs quickly to make sure nothing is missed."

After they finished speaking, the two of them quickened their pace, walked through the winding path, and headed straight for the pharmacy.

Su Qiaoer stood there, her brows furrowed, her fists clenched slightly, as if trying to suppress her anger.

Seeing this, Cui'er walked forward lightly, covered her mouth with her sleeve and whispered.

"Don't be upset, Auntie. Lin Wanqing was just feeling proud for a moment. We're about to go back to her parents' home, so why not prepare some things for them?"

Su Qiaoer's expression brightened slightly when she heard this.

"You are right. Now that I am about to return home, there is still a long way to go in this mansion."

Cui'er nodded, a sly glint in her eyes.

"My aunt is right. We have a long way to go."

The master and servant smiled at each other, then turned and left.

Su Qiaoer and Cuier were strolling in the market. Amid the hustle and bustle, they were attracted by a piece of exquisite jewelry at first sight.

The jade pendant was as warm as the moon, with a restrained brilliance. Su Qiaoer couldn't help but stop to admire it carefully.

However, just as he was about to ask the price, the woman next to him took the lead and claimed that the item had been reserved for her.

Su Qiaoer frowned slightly, her tone filled with unquestionable determination.

"I saw this thing first, so it belongs to me. What do you think, shopkeeper?"

After saying this, she gently stroked the jade pendant, a look of determination flashing in her eyes.

The shopkeeper looked embarrassed. There were customers on both sides and he didn't know what to do.

Seeing this, Cui'er stepped forward cleverly and spoke wittily.

"My aunt has a special fondness for this jade pendant. I hope Madam can help her. I will definitely reward her handsomely in the future."

The woman looked displeased when she heard this and snorted coldly.

"Hmph, what about your aunt? I also like this jade pendant very much. I'm afraid I can't give it up."

Cui'er wanted to say more, but was interrupted by Su Qiao'er.

Su Qiaoer's eyes moved, a faint smile appeared on the corner of her mouth, and she spoke softly, but with a hint of sharpness.

"In that case, it all depends on your ability."

After she finished speaking, she turned to the shopkeeper, her voice as clear as pearls falling on a jade plate.

"Shopkeeper, I'm willing to pay double the price for this jade pendant."

As soon as these words were spoken, the air around them seemed to freeze a little.

The woman looked surprised, as if she had not expected Su Qiaoer to be so decisive and resolute.

A gleam of light flashed in the shopkeeper's eyes, but he still looked hesitant.

"This this……"

Cui Er took the opportunity to add, "My aunt always keeps her word. The shopkeeper should think carefully about this."

The shopkeeper pondered for a moment, finally made up his mind, and bowed to the woman to apologize.

"Madam, I'm sorry, but I'm afraid this jade pendant will have to belong to this concubine."

Upon hearing this, the woman immediately offered three times the price.

Su Qiaoer's expression remained unchanged, and she immediately bet four times the amount.

The woman opened her eyes wide, as if she couldn't believe it, but she didn't bargain anymore. She just snorted coldly and left with a flick of her sleeves.

Seeing this, the shopkeeper was secretly delighted. He thought that the jade pendant was sold at a good price today.

Su Qiaoer got the jade pendant as she wished, and she was very happy. She left with Cui'er.

However, not long after the two left, a figure quietly appeared. It was Lu Shengyuan.

He stared at the direction where Su Qiaoer left with a deep look in his eyes, as if thinking about something.

He took in the entire scene and gained some understanding of Su Qiaoer's style of doing things.

"interesting."

He whispered to himself, a meaningful smile on his lips.

Then he turned and left, his figure quickly disappearing in the bustling market.

Su Qiaoer returned home, still immersed in the joy of getting the jade pendant.

She gently stroked the warm jade pendant, her eyes gleaming with satisfaction.

Cui Er smiled and agreed: "Auntie, you have really good taste. This jade pendant is really beautiful."

Su Qiaoer smiled even more broadly when she heard this, but suddenly she remembered something and frowned slightly.

"I'm afraid today's events will cause some unnecessary trouble."

Cui Er's face changed slightly when she heard this: "Auntie, what you mean is..."

"That woman seems extraordinary. If I compete with her for the jade pendant today, I'm afraid it will only create a grudge between us."

A trace of worry flashed across Su Qiaoer's eyes, but it disappeared in a flash.

"However, if an enemy comes, we must fight him with our own army; if a flood comes, we must block it with earth. We must proceed with caution and not give her an opportunity."

Cui'er nodded, but secretly took note of this matter in her heart and decided to pay more attention to the developments in the mansion in the future.

The master and servant exchanged some private words and then went about their business.

Su Qiaoer took light steps and stepped into the room where she and Lu Ming lived together.

Holding the newly acquired warm jade pendant tightly in my hand, my heart was filled with indescribable joy.

Lu Ming was studying at his desk. When he saw her come back, he looked up and smiled.

"Qiao'er, did you gain anything today?"

He asked softly, his tone full of concern.

Su Qiaoer opened her red lips slightly, with a smug smile on her lips.

He slowly stretched out his hand, and the jade pendant appeared even more crystal clear and sparkling in the sunlight.

"Look, I stumbled upon this at the market today. I fell in love with it the moment I saw it and thought it suited me perfectly."

As she spoke, she gently placed the jade pendant on the table, and they both looked at it carefully.

Lu Ming nodded slightly, the beauty of the jade pendant reflected in his deep eyes.

"Indeed, this jade pendant suits you perfectly. It is as smooth and warm as jade, just like you."

He spoke softly, full of doting.

When Su Qiaoer heard this, her face flushed and she lowered her head shyly.

"My husband is making fun of me."

Seeing this, Lu Ming's heart moved and he reached out and gently held her hand.

"Qiao'er, when you return home, I will go home with you, okay?"

Su Qiaoer raised her head, her eyes gleaming with happiness, and nodded gently.

"Ah."

The sunlight shines through the window lattice and falls on the two of them, leaving behind warm light and shadow.

The room is filled with warmth and sweetness, which is intoxicating.

On the day Lu Ming returned home, Su Qiaoer got up early and dressed in front of the mirror.

She chose a light red skirt and matched it with the jade pendant Lu Ming gave her. She looked gentle and cute.

"Auntie looks so beautiful today." Cui'er praised from the side.

Su Qiaoer smiled, feeling both nervous and expectant.

This was the first time she and Lu Ming returned home together, which was of great significance.

She hopes everything goes smoothly.

Walking to the garden path, surrounded by colorful flowers, Su Qiaoer and Lu Ming strolled hand in hand.

Occasionally, I looked up and saw Lin Wanqing standing among the flowers, holding a medicine basket in her hand, picking herbs with a focused expression.

The sunlight shines through the gaps between the flowers and leaves, falling on her, adding a touch of softness and loneliness.

A barely perceptible smile appeared on Su Qiaoer's lips.

"Look, isn't that Miss Lin? Today is her return home day, and she seems to be alone and free. I'm afraid she is busy preparing medicine for her father and even forgot about such an important matter."