69novels Chapter 75 Cai Wenji: This baby is one of the smartest!
Chapter 75 Cai Wenji: This baby is one of the smartest!
Chapter 75 Cai Wenji: This baby is incredibly smart.
"Since you're already here, why bring a gift?"
Qin Wuyou smiled gently upon hearing this.
Although Qian Renxue did not prepare a gift for him, he did not care about such small things.
When he traveled around the universe back then, he collected a lot of trinkets.
Any one of these items could easily ignite a war on Douluo Star.
After all, anything that catches his eye is basically a god-level item.
Take Cai Wenji's erhu (a type of Chinese stringed instrument) and the rocking chair that the little girl loves so much, for example; these things are all magical items.
"Hehe! Brother Wuyou, you can't say that."
"After all, I'm here to pay a visit; I can't possibly come empty-handed—"
Qian Renxue smiled helplessly, gently placed the two brocade boxes on the stone table, and with a flick of her finger, the lids of both boxes popped open at the same time.
Inside one of the brocade boxes lay a palm-sized glass music box. The translucent glass was outlined with the pattern of a six-winged angel in gold wire, and several pigeon-blood red gemstones were inlaid beside it, making it look exquisite and luxurious.
"This music box was my favorite toy when I was a child. Just twist the winder and it will play a gentle lullaby. I think Sister Wenji would like it."
After speaking, Qian Renxue pointed to another brocade box, which was lined with a layer of soft brocade, on which lay a scroll.
She reached out and unrolled the scroll, and the scene in the painting instantly came into view.
Cai Wenji, with her hair styled in playful double buns and wearing a delicate pink ruqun (a type of traditional Chinese dress), was riding freely among the clouds on the backs of two fluffy auspicious beasts.
The two auspicious beasts have snow-white fur, antler-like horns, and four hooves treading on clouds, making them incredibly endearing.
Cai Wenji raised her small face, her eyes crinkling with laughter, and she held a string of candied hawthorns in her hand. The wind brushed through her hair, and even the air seemed to be filled with sweetness.
"I painted this painting specifically for this purpose."
"I always see Wenji as someone full of energy."
"So I was inspired and picked up my brush to paint this picture."
At this point, Qian Renxue's voice softened, her tone carrying a hint of envy.
She envied Cai Wenji's carefree life.
I envy Cai Wenji's happy life.
I envy Cai Wenji's childhood.
I envy Cai Wenji for having someone who cares for her and loves her.
Of course, Qian Renxue's envy was not malicious.
She was simply envious.
After all, her childhood was not pleasant.
Shaking her head to clear her mind of those chaotic thoughts, Qian Renxue opened the food box next to her, and a sweet aroma instantly filled the air.
Inside were several plates of exquisite pastries: soft and glutinous osmanthus cake, sweet mung bean pastry, and a few custard buns carved into the shape of little rabbits, all of which looked incredibly tempting.
"Brother Wuyou, these are all specially made by me. They are all snacks that you and Sister Wenji like to eat."
As soon as Qian Renxue finished speaking, it was as if a switch had been flipped.
The next second, Cai Wenji in Qin Wuyou's arms suddenly moved her little head, her long eyelashes trembled, she sniffed gently, and then slowly opened her sleepy eyes.
"Brother Wuyou, it smells so good!"
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Cai Wenji's clear eyes still held the sleepiness of someone who had just woken up.
She first looked at Qin Wuyou, then turned to look at the food box and scroll on the table.
Her little mouth was slightly pouting, and her voice was soft and sweet.
"Hey! This is me! And it has good fortune too!"
Cai Wenji's gaze was drawn to the scroll unfolded on the table.
His eyes instantly lit up as if they were studded with stars.
She flew up from Qin Wuyou's arms and slowly flew to the table, staring at the painting for a long time.
"Sister Crown Prince, this painting is so beautiful! Did you paint it?"
Cai Wenji turned to look at Qian Renxue beside her, her little face flushed and her eyes curved into crescents.
The little girl couldn't help but gently touch the fur texture of the auspicious beast in the painting, her soft voice full of surprise.
"Yes! This painting was indeed painted by me."
"I'm glad you like it, Sister Wenji. This painting is a gift from your older sister."
A gentle smile flashed in Qian Renxue's eyes as she reached out and ruffled Cai Wenji's soft little head.
"Is this a gift for me?"
Cai Wenji rubbed her little head on the drawing paper, her nose catching a faint scent of ink, but she didn't care at all.
"Sister Wenji, you can just call me Sister Xue'er!"
"The title 'Crown Prince Sister' sounds rather awkward."
Qian Renxue hugged Cai Wenji and corrected her on how she addressed the little girl.
This is the Qin residence, and there is no one else here. It's understandable that Cai Wenji calls the Crown Prince "elder sister."
But if Cai Wenji were to accidentally let something slip in front of others, that would be a huge problem.
This is not because Qian Renxue distrusts Cai Wenji.
But Cai Wenji was, in the end, just a little child.
Sometimes it's inevitable to say the wrong thing.
After all, Cai Wenji had a precedent to follow.
No wonder Qian Renxue wanted to correct Cai Wenji's title.
Indeed, the risks of being an undercover agent are far too great.
"Sister Xue'er???"
"Oh, oh, oh! Wenji understands."
Upon hearing this, Cai Wenji nodded thoughtfully.
If it's Xue Qinghe, then address him as Your Highness the Crown Prince.
If it's Qian Renxue, then call her Sister Xue.
Her carefree brother often says she's silly, but she's not silly at all.
Most of the time, she's incredibly smart.
"Little Wenji, remember to say thank you when someone gives you a gift!"
Qin Wuyou took a sip of tea and offered a reminder.
"Worry-free brother! I understand."
"Your Highness, thank you for the gift. Wenji likes it very much."
Cai Wenji nodded, looked up at Qian Renxue, and repeatedly said thank you.
As soon as she finished speaking, Cai Wenji realized what she had said, quickly covered her mouth, and then changed her words with a smile.
"No, no, it's Sister Xue'er! Thank you, Sister Xue'er!"
Immediately afterwards, Cai Wenji turned her head to look at the glass music box, her big eyes sparkling.
"Sister Xue'er, this singing box is so pretty! Is this also for Wenji?"
"Yes! This is also for Sister Wenji."
Upon hearing this, Qian Renxue chuckled softly.
She picked up the music box, held Cai Wenji's small hand, and helped her unscrew the hair clip.
"Ding ding ding one"
A clear lullaby flowed out gently, like a mountain spring babbling softly.
"Thank you, Sister Xue'er! Wenji loves this singing little box!"
In an instant, Cai Wenji was completely captivated, her small body swaying gently to the rhythm, and the smile on her lips never stopped.
"hehe----"
Qin Wuyou lay on the rocking chair, her fingertips gently tapping the armrest. As she looked at the scene before her, the curve of her lips softened.
A warm breeze swept through the courtyard, carrying the sweet aroma of pastries and the music from a music box, creating a rare sense of leisure and tranquility.
The three chatted and laughed, ate snacks, drank tea, and silently watched the sky.
This scene resembles a happy family of three.
Just then, the sky shifted, and a new scene gradually appeared.