bayedsolid Chapter 340 Duobao Pavilion
Chapter 340 Duobao Pavilion
The two men were locked in a tense standoff, and the surrounding customers and staff dared not utter a sound.
Duan Jing'an frowned as she looked at the two people; one was her aunt's granddaughter, and the other was her cousin's sister-in-law.
These two always clash whenever they get together, like oil and water.
She was about to step forward to offer some advice when Dongfang Jin gently stopped her: "Let's see first. They shouldn't cause any major trouble in public."
It's all just vanity among women.
"this……?"
Dongfang Jin shook her head.
The crowd stood aside, quietly watching the farce unfold.
They were making a scene in the fabric shop, so Duan Jing'an couldn't bring Dongfang Jin inside anymore.
Duan Jing'an whispered, "The one in white is Xie Wenjing, the youngest daughter of Prime Minister Xie, who is fifteen years old."
That one is Hua Lingshu, the granddaughter of the Duke of Ningguo. She is fourteen years old and the youngest in her family, so she is inevitably a bit spoiled.
As he spoke, he pulled Dongfang Jin out of Hengtai Cloth Shop.
Dongfang Jin didn't say anything else. These women were spoiled and arrogant because of their status, but all they did was buy things and buy things. They didn't know anything else.
Comparing each other like this before and after marriage, doesn't it get tiring? Just thinking about the chaotic scene gives me a headache.
Ruyi, [In this vast world, every woman shares this trait, just as you said, it's all driven by vanity.]
Three women make a drama.
[Beware of fire, theft, and your best friend!]
Dongfang Jin...
What are you talking about?! Seriously!
The group continued strolling along White Tiger Street and soon arrived at Duobao Pavilion.
Duobao Pavilion is one of the businesses owned by the eldest brother, Cang Lingchen.
On the busiest commercial street in Beijing, this magnificent three-story pavilion comes into view.
The vermilion lacquered pillars, with their deep color, gleamed with a warm luster under the sunlight, as if telling a story of time.
The pavilions and towers, with their flying eaves and brackets, carved beams and painted rafters, showcase the exquisite craftsmanship of the artisans in every detail.
Upon closer inspection, the doors and windows were all made of nanmu wood, with delicate grain and a faint woody fragrance.
The window frames are carved with lotus scroll patterns, symbolizing good fortune and continuous prosperity, which complements the dazzling array of treasures inside the curio cabinet.
Beside the gate, a pair of white marble lions stand majestically, still lifelike despite the wind and rain, as if guarding this precious world.
Along the outer wall of the pavilion, a row of simple lanterns hangs, painted with exquisite flower and bird patterns. They sway gently in the wind, adding a touch of lively beauty to this solemn pavilion.
On the third floor of the pavilion, a black plaque with gold lettering hangs high, bearing the three large characters "Duobaoge" (meaning "Treasure Pavilion").
The brushstrokes were strong and powerful, and the gold paint shone brightly in the sunlight, attracting passersby to stop and look up.
They really have a huge family business.
It's more impressive than the gates of those wealthy families.
Dongfang Jin turned to look at the three beautiful young women, then stepped forward and pulled Gu Xuening inside.
Stepping into the display cabinet, a warm yellow light spills down, illuminating the dazzling array of items in the room.
The store was filled with dazzling jewelry, with a wide array of pieces displayed on the counters, radiating a captivating luster.
As soon as Gu Xuening was pulled into the store by her aunt, she was attracted by the various exquisite jewelry pieces, her eyes sparkling.
Seeing this, Dongfang Jin said to the three children, "Go and choose, Auntie will pay today."
Duan Jing'an stopped her: "Sister-in-law, this..."
My husband said last night that his second brother's family lives in the countryside.
Where did she get the money?
Could it be...
The jewelry in this multi-treasure shop is not cheap. Watching her daughter wander between the various counters, she would occasionally exclaim in amazement.
She began to feel a vague sense of unease.
However, she didn't bring that much money with her.
Thinking about it, he called to his maid.
Seeing her actions, Dongfang Jin stopped her, saying, "Don't worry, make the children happy. It's just some jewelry; I, as their aunt, can afford it."
"Xiao Jin, this..." Duan Jing'an looked embarrassed.
Dongfang Jin knew exactly what she was thinking: "Don't worry, I have money."
After saying that, he pulled Duan Jing'an along as they strolled slowly through the store, admiring the exquisite ornaments.
In the most prominent display case, a red gold filigree hairpin inlaid with rubies lay quietly.
It is meticulously woven with fine gold threads, with an extremely complex craftsmanship, and every turn is smooth and natural.
Each ruby is full and plump, like a delicate red rose, and appears even more radiant and captivating against the backdrop of gold jewelry.
Seeing her staring at the hairpin, Duan Jing'an smiled and explained, "These are all things that elders buy for their children who have reached marriageable age."
Dongfang Jin looked at this area and found it to be quite festive, with a rather elaborate array of jewelry.
I never expected Duobaoge to have such a business mind.
Not far away, a pearl and jade necklace caught Dongfang Jin's attention.
The round pearls are uniform in size and have a soft luster, like dewdrops on a lotus leaf in the morning.
Jadeite, with its emerald green color and warm, smooth texture, is carved into exquisite ruyi shapes, symbolizing good fortune and auspiciousness.
The combination of the two creates an elegant and refined look, while also exuding a fresh and unconventional charm.
This is perfect for my sister-in-law, um, I'll buy it.
Below, there are other jade ornaments in different colors, all of which are very beautiful.
This red jadeite suits Jun Qixian very well, that blue one suits her cousin-in-law the Empress very well, and that purple ribbon one suits her mother very well. Hmm, I'll buy it.
"Hey buddy, pack this, this, and this all up for me."
The young waiter's eyes lit up with excitement as he saw her pointing at these things: "Great, great, great!"
Seeing Duan Jing'an's stunned expression, Dongfang Jin shook his head. It seemed that this sister-in-law rarely went out.
She said with a smile, "Sister-in-law, this multi-treasure pavilion looks quite old."
Duan Jing'an came to her senses and nodded: "Yes, I heard it was founded during the Jingde era, and it has always been the first choice for high-ranking officials and nobles to purchase treasures."
I heard that Duobaoge was originally just a small shop that specialized in making gold and silver jewelry.
Later, the business flourished, and it was gradually expanded into the three-story building it is today.
She had only visited once before, when her mother was still alive, when her mother was choosing a gift for her sister-in-law.
Seeing that Dongfang Jin seemed to enjoy listening, she composed herself and continued, "This Duobao Pavilion has been carefully managed by several generations of managers."
They not only collected rare and exotic treasures from all over the world, but also gathered the world's top craftsmen.
Look, each piece of jewelry is the culmination of their hard work and craftsmanship, carrying countless stories and a legacy.
Dongfang Jin nodded in satisfaction. The power of the Dark Division should not be underestimated, and the Treasure Pavilion was one of them.
Treasure hunting and finding people are second nature to the Shadow Guards.
Sigh, that's probably why my older brother found a man to settle down with.
Once a person has a weakness, they are doomed.
I have no idea how my adoptive father managed to survive.
Ruyi, [I feel sorry for you for a second!]
Ruyi, my parents will be counting on you from now on.
【you……】
At this moment, Hua Lingshu also entered the Treasure Pavilion.
She immediately spotted the phoenix feather hairpin made of rubies and pearls in the display case in front of Dongfang Jin and Duan Jing'an.
The hair ornament was exquisitely designed, with lifelike phoenix feathers that looked just like the real thing.
Almost simultaneously, Dongfang Jin also gazed at the hairpin, feeling that it suited Gu Xuening perfectly.
Both she and Hua Lingshu reached out their hands to it at the same time.
Hua Lingshu was the first to grasp the hairpin, a hint of smugness flashing across her face as she looked up at Dongfang Jin.
His eyes were full of disdain: "Oh, a concubine from the Rongguo Duke's mansion is also interested in this hair ornament?"
However, judging from your shabby appearance, this is not something you can afford. You'd better not embarrass yourself here.
Dongfang Jin remained calm and smiled slightly. A concubine? She really dared to say that.
Which eye of hers saw her as a concubine?
The people from the Ningguo Duke's mansion are as annoying as ever.
"This jewelry shop is open for business, so naturally anyone can look and anyone can buy. How can it be considered shameful?"
Hua Lingshu put her hands on her hips and sneered, "Can you afford it? You're a penniless nobody."