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Chapter 113: Choosing a Study Buddy
Chapter 113: Choosing a Study Buddy
Lady Qiu thought for a moment, and surprisingly, she came up with someone.
She gently patted her hand and said, "Your Highness, I have someone in mind, but I'm not sure if she's suitable."
Upon hearing that she had a candidate in mind, Princess Qi nodded for her to continue.
Lady Qiu quickly spoke up, "What about the granddaughter of Doctor Liu? That girl is lively and just what our eldest miss needs."
This suggestion reminded Princess Qi of the young girl.
She had met her a few times and heard about her from Doctor Liu on several occasions.
Although she was even more mischievous than the young master, she had a good heart and could help shy Seshe come out of her shell.
The girl was seven years old, a bit older than Seshe, and could also look after her.
The question was whether Doctor Liu would agree.
For an ordinary doctor, having their child enter the royal classroom would be an honor.
However, the situation with Doctor Liu's family was a bit complex.
Princess Qi initially liked Lady Qiu's suggestion but then hesitated.
It wasn't until Seshe came over, hugged her legs, and looked up at her that Princess Qi made up her mind.
Regardless of the other party's willingness, she would at least ask.
Giving up without trying was not a good habit.
Princess Qi thought that as someone who was about to educate a child, she needed to set a good example!
After coming to this realization, Princess Qi felt a sense of relief.
She bent down and picked up Seshe, noticing the lack of energy in the young girl's demeanor. Concerned, she reached out and touched Seshe's head, asking, "What's wrong? Are you feeling unwell?"
Seshe shook her head innocently, "Mother, I'm not sick."
There was a hint of guilt in the child's voice as she spoke.
Princess Qi noticed it but found that Seshe didn't have a fever.
Perhaps the child had a secret she was reluctant to share, so Princess Qi didn't press further.
Besides, Feng Xuanrui and his brothers burst into the room noisily.
None of them came empty-handed.
They hadn't been prepared the day before, but today they all brought gifts for Seshe.
Among children, it wasn't about expensive gifts.
It could be a toy or some snacks.
Princess Qi usually didn't get involved in these exchanges and let the children enjoy themselves.
Feng Xuanrui was the first to rush in, holding a large box in his arms. Despite the burden, he ran swiftly and exclaimed, "Sis, big brother is here!"
Qing Shan and Qing Shui trailed behind him, panting from the chase.
Feng Xuan didn't compete with his brothers; he strolled in last, with Feng Xuanjie close behind him. Feng Xuanbo and Feng Xuanbin were vying for second place, one lean and the other with short legs, yet their speeds were surprisingly similar.
Before Seshe could settle into Princess Qi's embrace, she was snatched away by Feng Xuanrui and his brothers.
Princess Qi felt a twinge of disappointment at the now-empty embrace.
However, seeing the children playing happily together, she also felt glad.
Seshe had seemed a bit listless earlier, but now she was lively and cheerful with her brothers, and Princess Qi couldn't spot any issues.
Still, Princess Qi was a bit concerned and signaled for Lady Qiu to invite Doctor Liu over. It would be a good opportunity to ask if his granddaughter could be a study buddy for Seshe.
Feng Xuanrui carried a box filled with toys.
Feng Xuanbin held a small box of snacks, while Feng Xuanbo presented a box of rouge.
It was a colorful assortment, and the scent wafting from the box made Princess Qi's eyebrows twitch.
Looking at the box, Princess Qi felt her heart skip a beat.
Thinking that Xiao Wu was a sensible child, Princess Qi wondered if he had asked his mother for the rouge instead of taking it secretly.
Feng Xuanjie had prepared a small carved horse, which he had crafted the previous night, staying up late to finish it.
Truthfully, Feng Xuan's craftsmanship was superior.
However, he didn't want to compete with his brothers, and as the eldest, he knew he shouldn't be giving toys as gifts.
So, he prepared a beautiful jade pendant.
The jade pendant was made of green jade, and while its quality wasn't top-notch, it was still quite nice.
It felt cool to the touch and looked translucent.
Seshe liked the feel of it and enjoyed its appearance. Moreover, the small pendant was perfect for her age, as it hung elegantly on her clothing.
Feng Xuancao gently helped Seshe put it on and then carefully straightened her clothing.
Seshe, feeling proud of her new accessory, twirled around happily and then sweetly expressed her gratitude: "Thank you, Third Brother. I really like it."
The soft and tender voice of the little girl warmed everyone's hearts.
Feng Xuancao thought to himself: "Having a little sister like this is really quite nice."
No wonder Father was so insistent.
He liked it too!
He wanted to have a daughter of his own in the future! He would spoil her and love her dearly!
Unfortunately, he was still young, and the prospect of having a daughter was still a distant hope.
For now, he would dote on his little sister.
With this realization, Feng Xuancao gently hugged Seshe and said, "Third Brother also loves our adorable and sweet Seshe."
Being hugged by Third Brother and receiving such praise made Seshe feel shy. She lowered her head, her lips curling into a slight pout, and her face flushed with a rosy hue.
Feng Xuanbin, seeing that he was lagging, forcibly squeezed his way in, laughing mischievously. "Let me hug her too! I want a turn!"
He stretched out his little chubby hands and hugged Seshe tightly.
Then, feeling satisfied, he started laughing cheerfully again.
Most of the gifts from her brothers were toys and snacks, but only the more mature Feng Xuancao had given her something that she could wear.
The other brothers soon realized this as well. "Third Brother is so calculating!"
"We can't fall behind tomorrow. We can't let him outdo us!"
But Feng Xuancao paid no heed to their concerns as he was already leading Seshe away, taking her to the dining table to feed her.
Feng Xuanrui, seeing his chance to play with Seshe being taken away, couldn't help but complain in a strange tone: "Third Brother, I've never even had the chance to feed you."
Feng Xuancao glanced at him indifferently: "Are you as adorable as Seshe?"
Feng Xuanrui: ...
That question was a tough one! Feng Xuanrui gritted his teeth and could only let out a soft hmph in response.
The noisy chatter of the children dispelled Seshe's sleepiness.
After the meal, the brothers went off to their classes, while Seshe was taken by the Queen to a small garden to admire the flowers.
The weather was still cool, and many flowers had not yet bloomed.
However, there were some hardy varieties that added a touch of vibrancy to the garden with their lush greenery.
Queen Qi accompanied Seshe, pointing out and naming the different flowers, explaining when they would bloom and how many blossoms each one would bear.
As she spoke, Seshe began to feel drowsy.
Before Queen Qi realized it, the little girl had snuggled into her embrace, fast asleep, prompting a wry smile from the Queen: "This child."
Queen Qi assumed that Seshe had not slept well, perhaps due to the change in environment, and so she gently carried her back inside, laying her down on the bed and tucking her in carefully before finally leaving her side.
Seshe, deep in her slumber, continued to dream about making coal briquettes.
"Seven parts coal, three parts mud, mix and form them together."
"How does this machine work?"
"A pedal?"
"Yes, yes, a pedal."
...
Seshe's mutterings in her sleep were incoherent and indistinct.
Aunt Xiang, feeling concerned, pricked up her ears to listen carefully.
After listening for a while, she couldn't make much sense of it and simply attributed it to the child talking in her sleep, chuckling softly and shaking her head as she rose to continue with her own tasks.
She intended to sew a little hat for Seshe.
Without any hair to block the wind, Seshe's head would be constantly exposed, and over time, she might develop headaches.
The custom-made hat from Jinxiu Manor was still in the works and not yet ready.
Aunt Xiang had asked for some soft and fine scraps of fabric from Aunt Qiu, intending to sew a temporary hat for Seshe to wear in the meantime.
(End of Chapter)
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