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Chapter 1080: Chapter 1085: King Qin’s Congratulations Gift
"Fourth Master Tan, Mrs. Tan, this is the celebratory gift prepared by our prince. He wanted to attend in person, but there are military conflicts at the border, and the prince cannot leave. Please accept his apologies," one of the soldiers said respectfully.
Although Kuro had successfully returned to Beijiang, he still felt that he had lost face in Daxing.
To regain his honor, Kuro frequently harassed the border, which greatly annoyed the local people.
Therefore, King Qin was planning a major battle to resolve the threat from Beijiang once and for all.
The soldier handed over the item to Tan Zhenghong, "We must return and report back to the prince, so we will take our leave now."
"Today is my child’s birthday. Why don’t you two brothers stay for some celebratory wine before leaving?"
Tan Zhenghong invited, as it would be improper for the Tan Family not to offer a meal since they had come all the way from the border to deliver a gift.
The two soldiers, having traveled day and night, were extremely tired and no longer declined.
Granny Su promptly took them to the guest room, allowing the two military men to wash up before dining.
After sending off the two military men, Tan Zhenghong saw Duo’er laughing merrily and quietly asked, "What is so funny?"
"I just find your serious demeanor quite amusing,"
Qiao Duo’er revealed the truth.
However, when Tan Zhenghong was serious, he indeed seemed quite official.
Tan Zhenghong curled his lip. Surely, he couldn’t chuckle and giggle while speaking to others.
It is said that dealing with people is exhausting mainly because one needs to pretend in front of others while being completely at ease with family.
Before they could chat much longer, someone suggested, "Being gifted by King Qin is indeed a great honor. Could we possibly take a look?"
"Master Tan, Mrs. Tan, you must bring it out for us to see!" 𝒏𝒐𝒗𝒑𝒖𝙗.𝒄𝒐𝒎
Everyone was focusing on the tray with the gift, and Tan Zhenghong had no choice but to lift the red cloth covering it.
The gift from King Qin was two red coral hangings; the coral was of a pure hue and exquisitely crafted, astonishing everyone present.
"I had only heard of red coral before, but I had never seen it."
"I have seen it though, but it was nothing compared to this. I’ve also heard that wearing red coral can strengthen the body and bones."
"Red coral grows under the sea, and those without real capability can’t get it at all; just a tiny piece the size of a finger costs One Hundred Taels!"
"This shows that King Qin holds the Tan Family’s child in high regard. With the support of such a noble person, the future is bound to be incredible!"
"Master Tan, Mrs. Tan, we congratulate you first!"
Qiao Duo’er modestly said, "Ah Hong and I were fortunate enough to host King Qin once. It might be because King Qin was quite satisfied, and it has nothing to do with the children."
But others didn’t see it that way; today’s events, with Tan Zhenghong accepting an apprentice and King Qin sending a gift, were enough to demonstrate the good fortune of the children.
Such blessings are truly enviable!
These praises made Qiao Hua’er increasingly uncomfortable. She sneakily slipped away while everyone’s attention was on the red coral, otherwise, she might have exploded with irritation.
Barely reaching the courtyard, Qiao Hua’er saw a familiar face—it was her sister, Qiao Mei’er.
Qiao Mei’er was dressed no different from an ordinary village girl, which showed she wasn’t living any better life following Qiao Duo.
If she had married Xu Yuanwai back then, it would definitely have been better.
"Humph, I thought it was who!" Qiao Hua’er said sarcastically.
Qiao Mei’er gave Qiao Hua’er a look, then turned around and walked away.
Her elder sister was the most selfish, always trying to scoop the best for herself.
Today, she had a Few Hundred Wen in her purse; to keep it safe, she better not engage with her at all.
