The peasant girl has a private space, and her husband is handsome.

Gou Dan followed Dong Yong to investigate an old case from the Ministry of Justice near the South Gate, where they overheard the conversation of the guards.

"There have been so many people coming and going to Qinghe County in the months before the Lunar New Year, especially businessmen. I heard they've all made a fortune. That remote little county town used to be unknown, but this year it has suddenly become famous."

"Several convoys delivering New Year's gifts met up and discovered that their gifts were all going to Gu's Restaurant in Qinghe County, so they set off together."

"I saw it too. Among them were New Year's gifts from the Duke of Anguo's mansion, several large carts full. I heard they were all given to a young girl at Gu's Restaurant in Qinghe County."

"Yes, and the Meng family, one of the five great families, also sent several cartloads of New Year's gifts to that girl. I wonder what kind of background that girl has? She's really amazing to be able to get so many wealthy and powerful families in the capital to send her New Year's gifts."

"I have a feeling that the little girl from Qinghe County will definitely make a name for herself in the future."

Dog Egg thought to himself, "Miss Su has already made a name for herself."

The most admired genius painter among scholars in the capital was Miss Su.

Gou Dan knew very well that the New Year's gifts these people were talking about were all for Miss Su.

Having been in the capital for some time, he had naturally already heard of the Duke of Anguo's mansion, a first-class wealthy family and the family the current empress married into.

Unexpectedly, the Duke of Anguo's mansion went to great lengths to send New Year's gifts to Miss Su.

The Meng family, one of the five great families, also holds a very high position.

Gou Dan was very proud. Although Miss Su was not in the capital, her legend was everywhere, and many people hoped to meet her.

Yesterday, several guests got into a fight over the "National Beauty and Heavenly Fragrance" dress, and the fight even took place in the main hall of Shuntian Prefecture.

If Miss Su were to come to the capital, many people would probably go crazy with joy, such as Lord Dong of the Ministry of Justice beside him.

Dong Yong also overheard the conversation between the soldiers guarding the city. People from the Ministry of Justice were naturally quite gossipy and liked to pry into information.

He looked at Gou Dan curiously, "Brother Li, why do you seem so mysterious with that smile? You're from Qinghe County, do you know something?"

Just as Gou Dan was about to share his joy with someone, he said, "Lord Dong, let me tell you, the person they're going to give a gift to is none other than the talented painter Miss Su whom you admire. Miss Su is the owner of Gu's Restaurant in Qinghe County."

Dong Yong was full of admiration: Miss Su is really amazing. She is not even in the capital, but she has such a great influence in the capital!

"My admiration for Miss Su is like the Yellow River, flowing endlessly."

Qinghe County is truly a place of outstanding people and talents, having produced such an exceptional figure as Miss Su.

Last time, I heard many businessmen who came back from Qinghe County say that the food at Gu's Restaurant was even better than that at Juxianlou Restaurant in Beijing.

It's a pity it's too far away, I can't go and try it.

If only Miss Su could open Gu's Restaurant in the capital, it would be wonderful. I really wish I knew Miss Su.

"Alas, it's a pity I don't know Miss Su. Gou Dan, if Miss Su ever comes to the capital, you must introduce me to her. Please."

"Lord Dong, although Miss Su is far away in Qinghe County, her Gu Ji Teahouse in the capital will be opening soon. I'll invite you to have tea there then."

Dong Yong's eyes lit up with anticipation. "Alright, it's a deal then. Brother Gou Dan, you absolutely mustn't forget about this!"

The two left arm in arm.

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Su Qianqian received a letter from Gu Ying, in which she said that she had met the fifth son of Vice Minister Luo in the capital, and that he looked remarkably like her uncle Su Bing, as if they were made from the same mold.

Su Qianqian thought it was possible that it was her biological father's family.

However, we shouldn't have too high hopes. The world is vast and full of wonders; looking alike doesn't necessarily mean there's a blood relationship.

She wrote a letter to Gou Dan, who was far away in the capital, asking him to help investigate the situation of Vice Minister Luo's residence.

This time, Su Qianqian not only received a letter from Gu Ying, but also gifts from several families in the capital.

The Duke of Anguo's mansion sent many things, including a piece of flowing brocade that was exactly the same as the one Gong Yu had sent before.

Xiangming laughed, "Emperor Qi Jing received two bolts of shimmering brocade this year. One was obtained by the Crown Prince and given to you, and the other was given to the Empress. I never expected that the Empress's bolt would end up with you, young lady."

Su Qianqian felt that the items were a bit too expensive. When her cousin Gu Ying got married, the ruby ​​headdress that she wore as part of her dowry was also a gift from the Duke of Anguo's mansion.

So this time, she plans to reciprocate with a decent gift.

Su Qianqian remembered that the rare ancient books she gave to her cousin as part of her dowry were very popular, driving countless scholars crazy.

Then let's give him an ancient book.

I got more than thirty books from digging the secret passage last time, which is far more than I can use.

She casually took out a book, wrapped it in oil paper, and put it into the return gift from the Duke of Anguo's mansion.

That evening, the gifts that Gong Yu had sent arrived.

It was a pot of red coral, two feet tall, its color as red as blood.

As soon as it was carried into the restaurant, it attracted the attention of the customers.

"This...this is too precious."

"It is said that coral takes thousands of years to grow red, and this quality of red coral takes at least several thousand years to grow."

"Red coral grows extremely slowly, only about one inch every 20 years, and it takes about 300 years to grow to one kilogram. The red coral in front of us weighs at least 80 kilograms. It really takes thousands of years to grow to this size."

The onlookers' eyes lit up; the red coral was truly breathtaking.

I heard it was a gift from a young master to Master Su. That young master must have been madly in love with Master Su.

Moreover, they guessed that the young master must come from a very prominent family, because coral of this quality was not something that ordinary people could obtain.

A woman as outstanding as Su Dongjia will surely be matched with an exceptional man in the future.

The second son's wife was very worried when she saw that the red coral was surrounded.

This is a gift from a distinguished guest to Qianya, so it must not be damaged.

The second son's wife quickly shouted, "Please make way, everyone!"

She reached out and pushed away the people blocking the way one by one.

Even after the red coral was carried inside, the diners in the restaurant remained very excited.

"Eating at Gu Ji always broadens my horizons and allows me to appreciate rare and precious treasures."

"Yes, I've learned so much today."

Someone pointed to the new painting on the wall and said, "This new work by the painting master Ouyang is dazzling. Ordinary people can't even get one of the painting master's masterpieces, but Master Su was given two paintings by the painting master. Even His Majesty has never had such an honor."

The new work by the painting master on the wall has very smooth lines. It depicts Su Qianqian's new pet, "Hanhan the Bear." This is the second time Su Qianqian and the painting master have exchanged works.

This morning, it was framed and hung in the main hall of Gu's Restaurant, immediately stirring up excitement among scholars.

In the backyard, the red coral had already been carried into Su Qianqian's bedroom.

She carefully admired the fiery red coral tree, feeling a warm glow in her heart.

The weather was getting colder and colder, so she not only wore a padded jacket, but also a snow-white rabbit fur cloak, and held a handwritten letter from Gong Yu in her hand.

The letter contained only a few words.

Knowing you like red, I hope this pot of red coral will bring a smile to your face; you look most beautiful when you smile...

Su Qianqian felt a warm feeling in her heart; she hadn't expected that Gong Yu knew she liked red.

In this world, even parents, siblings, or your closest best friends who have lived together for many years may not know what your favorite color is.

But Gong Yu noticed it carefully.

Su Qianqian was suddenly filled with emotion.

It's touching that there's someone in this world who truly understands you.

Su Qianqian does indeed like red, and she likes the festive atmosphere that red brings.

Before transmigrating, I grew up in an orphanage and loved the lively atmosphere of putting up red couplets and red window decorations during the Lunar New Year.

Many Chinese people like the color red. They like to put up red "double happiness" characters when getting married, and they like to wear red inner and outer garments during their birth year.

The red coral before me is a beautiful treasure from the ocean, neither stone nor jade, with an appearance like the melting gold of the setting sun, and a pearly red luster like amber.

It takes thousands of years for a plant to grow to this size! It's quite rare, and she really likes this gift.

"Xiangming, pack up my newly made braised tofu, spicy beef jerky, and pickled chicken feet, and have someone deliver them to the Crown Prince."

"Yes, Miss." Xiangming was very happy for her young lady. The young master wanted to bring the most beautiful things in the world to her, which showed that his love for her was as clear as day!

I hope to see the young lady and the young master get married in the future.

The bear was eating malt candy when it saw the red coral and curiously reached out its paw to touch it. Before it could even touch the red coral, Su Qianqian slapped it away.

"Hey bear, don't touch anything, or I'll take your malt candy away."

The bear was very clever; it quickly wiggled its fat bottom and sat back on its own special stone bench, looking obedient, and continued to hold the plate and eat the malt candy on it.

It ate with loud smacking noises, it's so happy to be with its new owner.

The little guy knew that as long as he listened to his owner, he could eat his favorite maltose every day.

The large white tiger with piercing eyes that Su Qianqian had previously obtained from the king beast was now being kept in her spatial storage and was quite well-behaved.

The white tiger, having eaten the plants irrigated by the spiritual spring water in the space, seemed to have gained intelligence and appeared to understand all her commands. It would surely become her good helper in the future.

Having not visited the white tiger for several days, Su Qianqian decided to go into her spatial dimension to take a look.