Duke Jing's younger sister

Chapter 166: Another Tour on the Lake

Tomorrow is the day when Shen Beiqi sets out for the battle.

Early in the morning, Jiang Li got up early and put on her makeup.

"Girl, what kind of bun do you want today?"

Xingping held her waterfall-like black hair in her palm and gently combed it with a wooden comb.

Normally, she wears her hair in a simple bun, which is lively but not beautiful enough.

Today, she suddenly wanted to change her style.

"Xingping, can you wear your hair in a more feminine bun, not like a little girl?"

Xingping is clever and skilled at making all kinds of fashionable hairstyles.

It’s a pity that the girl doesn’t like to be in the spotlight on weekdays. Today, I finally have this opportunity, so how can I not dress her up well.

At this time, Luo Zhi lifted the curtain and came in.

In his hand was a pawn ticket and the jade pendant that Jiang Li had deliberately discarded that day.

"Miss, I have redeemed the jade pendant."

Xingping was tying her hair, her neck was stiff and she dared not move.

Luo Zhi walked forward and handed the jade pendant and the pawn ticket to her.

She took a quick look and asked, "One hundred taels of silver, and you just pawned it?"

"You really don't know the value of a piece of gold or jade." Jiang Li sighed helplessly.

Xingping responded while combing her hair,

"That's right. This is a jade pendant passed down from generation to generation in the Jiang family. The jade is warm and moist, and the water content is excellent. The jades on the market today cannot compare with it at all."

Luo Zhi didn't know the quality of jade, but when she saw that both the girl and Xingping said so, she also thought that Zou didn't know the value of jade.

"correct,"

Jiang Li suddenly remembered something, "Have you asked the shopkeeper if Zou has anything else that he has?"

Luo Zhi shook her head. "The shopkeeper said that Zou had only been to their store once."

This is strange.

Where did all those previous items go?

Could it be true as she guessed, that Zou had dug a pit and buried him?

"Well, go around all the pawnshops today and ask each one. If there is any, redeem it."

"Also, take Butler Qiao to the alley in the south of the city. There is a second-hand goods street there. Go and take a look."

"After the Jiang family established their mansion, all new items were purchased by Butler Qiao. If he saw them, he would be familiar with them. All transactions will be recorded."

Luo Zhi understood what the girl meant and immediately responded, "Yes!"

"Alright, girl!"

Xingping's voice was joyful, and she was obviously very satisfied with her work.

Jiang Li turned her head and stared at the bronze mirror.

The woman in the mirror has towering hair and an exquisite bun, which makes her look even more charming and attractive.

Her red lips parted slightly, turning slightly red, like a ripe cherry.

"this..."

She raised her hand and gently stroked the Begonia hairpin on her temples, with a worried look on her face, "Is it too solemn?"

Xingping sighed coquettishly,

"Oh, young lady, this crabapple hairpin was given to you by the queen. You have never worn it before. It is the perfect match for your horse-falling bun today."

Jiang Li said nothing more.

Whatever! Now that I have finished dressing, it will take a lot of time to unpack it.

My brother must have been waiting in the main hall for a long time.

Jiang Li stood up from the dressing table, and Xingping picked out a lilac-colored skirt for her.

The skirt fluttered like layers of clouds, which contrasted with her makeup today, making it stunning and eye-catching.

"The girl is naturally beautiful, so she should dress up carefully." Xingping said with a smile.

Jiang Li tapped Xing Ping's forehead and said, "You are so sweet."

When following Jiang Cheng out, Jiang Li was still wondering where she would go to see Shen Beiqi off today.

When the carriage drove out of the city gate and stopped by the lake, Jiang Li sighed helplessly.

It is said that Jiangdu City is rich and prosperous, which makes people envious.

But living here is also very boring.

Every day we either go boating, worship Buddha, or admire flowers. There is nothing new to do.

However, today's ship is quite luxurious.

It was three stories high and was in no way less luxurious than the royal ship she had seen last time.

Shen Beiqi had been waiting by the lake. When he heard the footsteps, he turned around and looked.

When his eyes fell on her, he paused.

Jiang Li pinched the hem of her skirt, feeling uncomfortable all over for some reason.

Sure enough, the overly solemn outfit was not suitable for her.

"Brother Shen." Jiang Cheng bowed towards him.

"Come on board."

He said this to Jiang Cheng, but his gaze remained on Jiang Li without moving an inch.

Standing on the deck, Jiang Li looked at the magnolia forest in the distance.

"Ari, are you dressing up for someone who pleases you today?"

Could it be that this outfit was specially worn for him to see?

Jiang Li coughed lightly and said, "No, isn't it the same for me all the time?"

Shen Beiqi raised his eyebrows slightly, and the ripples on the lake were reflected in his eyes, like stars, appearing even more brilliant and beautiful.

"It seems that I am being too sentimental again."

He sighed helplessly, as if his heart was filled with unspeakable bitterness.

"I'm leaving tomorrow. You're not allowed to dress like this when I'm not around."

Do we have to care about this too?

Jiang Li muttered secretly in her heart.

But it doesn't matter. She doesn't really like this kind of dressing. She always feels uncomfortable.

There is wind by the lake, and the green willows are swaying in the wind.

As the fragrance of flowers in the air became stronger, the boat gradually approached the magnolia forest.

"Come to think of it, I've never been to that white-flower forest."

Jiang Li's attention was attracted by Hua Lin, and there was a hint of anticipation in her eyes.

Shen Beiqi glanced at her sideways. The breeze ruffled her hair on her forehead, and a ripple appeared in his heart.

"You want to go?"

There was a hint of laughter in his voice.

Jiang Li hesitated for a moment, "Can I go?"

If it is possible, why has no one ever gone there?

Shen Beiqi smiled, as if he could see through her thoughts, "If you want to go, of course you can."

He immediately ordered the boatman to dock the boat and then personally set up the wooden planks.

He walked in front and Jiang Li followed behind.

When he was only one step away from the shore, he squatted down, looked back at her, and said, "Come up."

Jiang Li was a little surprised, "You want to carry me?"