Chapter 96: Prophecy - Rebirth of the Noble Daughter

 Chapter 96: Prophecy

The manager took out a cleverly designed hairpin adorned with begonia flowers and inlaid with gemstones. Each gemstone was dotted on the flower's stamens, making the begonia appear very luxurious.

Beside it was a pure gold hairpin in the shape of a lantern with intricate designs clearly visible even on the lantern itself, showcasing exquisite craftsmanship that was truly admirable.

A tray held two bracelets, one being a white jade bracelet inlaid with gold. The white jade was divided into four sections with golden clasps encasing it enhancing the jade's elegance.

The other bracelet was a gold filigree inlaid with gemstones, with extremely fine gold threads woven into a complex and luxurious pattern, adorned with eight rare and precious gemstones: tourmaline, ruby, sapphire, pink jade... it was truly captivating.

"Do the esteemed guests find these to your liking?"

"We like them, we like them! The things at Treasure Pavilion are truly exceptional!" Bai Sihan couldn't care less about anything else at the moment, immediately putting on the gold and gemstone bracelet, looking at it from every angle, her eyes full of satisfaction.

"Mother, does this bracelet look beautiful on me?"

"It's beautiful, it's beautiful, Han'er, everything you wear is beautiful."

Shen Shi's response swept away her previous frustrations. Only such items matched her exceptional beauty. The thought of marrying into a high-status family became even more determined; otherwise, such wealth and honor would be fleeting and she couldn't tolerate that!

"If Miss likes it, shall we have it wrapped and delivered to your residence?"

"No need to deliver, we'll take it with us. Manager, settle the bill."

"Certainly."

Shen Shi didn't want the manager to deliver the items to the Bai residence, it would be a disaster if someone meddled in between.

Bai Siruo could get things from the Treasure Pavilion because her mother was the well-dowered Princess Wen Yi. Now they could also buy such fine things, all thanks to Bai Sanlang's past. Suddenly, she felt that Qiao Xiu Niang wasn't entirely useless; at least she left behind a decent jade pendant, didn't she?

A total of six hundred taels. Shen Shi did feel a bit of heartache when paying. The money had just come into her hands and was already spent. But seeing her daughter's joyful expression, no matter how much it hurt, it was worth it.

"Mother, let's go."

"Yes."

"Esteemed guests, take care and come again."

The manager and the shop assistant escorted them out the door. Once back inside, the assistant gave the manager a curious look and asked, "Do you know where these two come from?"

"Just some vulgar women who have recently come into wealth. I reckon they'll only come this once, no need to waste effort on them. Now, the hairpiece ordered by Miss Wei is what we need to focus on, she is our real important customer, understand?"

"Hehe, the manager's eyes are sharp."

The manager sneered disdainfully. True nobles wouldn't like these things. It is said that gold and silver have a price but jade is priceless. Look at the ladies in the capital; which one doesn't wear understated yet elegant jade jewelry? Only those eager to show off would choose gold, silver, and gemstones.

Shen Shi and her daughter, unaware that their true status had been seen through, happily returned home, only to encounter Bai Sanlang.

"Husband, you're home early today. Have you eaten?"

"Aren't you injured? Why did you go out with Han'er?"

As soon as Bai Sanlang returned, he heard from the servants that the mother and daughter had gone out and wondered why. Then he saw Bai Sihan raise her wrist, showing off the bracelet, with a proud look on her face.

"Father, look, isn't this bracelet beautiful?"

"Is the bracelet new?"

"Yes, Mother took me to the Treasure Pavilion, to the third floor. Father, you should see it, there are so many good things there."

Her words were full of reminiscence. If she could, she would buy everything on the third floor!

Bai Sanlang frowned. He knew exactly how much wealth Shen Shi had. Over the years, she had spent a lot of her dowry to help him navigate the court. This bracelet must cost at least a hundred taels. Where did she get so much money?

His gaze towards Shen Shi was now filled with suspicion and curiosity.

Under his scrutinizing gaze, Shen Shi's face turned unnatural. Some things had to be confessed. Rather than being discovered by her husband, it was better to come clean herself. She had experienced his methods before, and cold sweat broke out on her back.

"Han'er, you must be tired today. Go rest, Mother needs to lie down too. We'll talk tomorrow."

Having obtained these fine things, Bai Sihan naturally wanted to return quickly and place them with the items given by Princess Wen Yi. This trip to the capital was worth it, just these pieces of jewelry alone cost over a thousand taels.

"In that case, I'll take my leave."

Watching Bai Sihan's joyful departure, Bai Sanlang remained silent. Turning back to Shen Shi, his gaze was calm.

"Where did the money come from?"

Bai Sanlang didn't give Shen Shi any time to think, directly questioning her.

Shen Shi's little schemes were nothing before Bai Sanlang. His stern aura frightened her into confessing immediately.

After hearing her out, Bai Sanlang was furious, sweeping the teacup off the table.

"Nonsense! How dare you!"

His eyes looked as if he wanted to devour her. If not for the other Bai family members around, he might have beaten her to vent his anger.

"What are you doing, husband? Are you going to punish me for that wretch and that unfilial son?"

Shen Shi stiffened her neck and spoke defiantly, but her momentum was half gone, her words faltering under Bai Sanlang's pressure.

"Don't forget, years ago, what did the master say? If you recognize that unfilial son, it could cost you your life! Forget about your career, even staying alive would be a problem!"

Shen Shi's words brought Bai Sanlang back to years ago.

At that time, he was just an insignificant son in the Bai family. By chance, he met Qiao Xiu Niang. The young, charming boy and the gentle, beautiful embroideress fell in love and made a lifelong commitment.

He thought the heavens favored him, allowing a motherless and fatherless boy like him to finally enjoy some happiness. But before he could bring Qiao Xiu Niang home, his marriage to Shen Shi was arranged by the old madam.

At that time, he had neither his father's love nor any significant power, so how could he resist? He had to grit his teeth and marry Shen Shi.

He planned to bring Qiao Xiu Niang into the house as a concubine a month later. Their love was deep and he believed she would agree.

Unfortunately, he underestimated the old madam's methods. Less than half a month later, she convinced his father to send him to an official post in a remote area, cutting off his promising future in the capital.

Qiao Xiu Niang's belly was growing bigger, how could she follow him around?

After much thought, Bai Sanlang decided to let Qiao Xiu Niang stay in the capital to give birth while he secured his position and then bring them to reunite.

But then, an accident happened.

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