Chapter 102 The Su Family
Su Mansion, Rongxi Hall.
Madam Su's face was solemn, her eyes fell on Qi Zimo, revealing a barely perceptible anger.
Qi Zimo walked forward with light steps, bowed slowly, and said in a calm but firm tone: "Madam, Zimo is honored to visit you today and brought a rare treasure with him. I would like to present it to you and the ladies as a token of my respect."
Madam Su frowned slightly. Although she was unhappy in her heart, she did not show it on her face. She just nodded lightly and said, "Miss Zi Mo, you are too polite. Since you have such rare treasures, why not show them to us and let us broaden our horizons."
Qi Zimo smiled slightly, took out a piece of neatly folded silk from his sleeve, and gently unfolded it. On the silk was a vivid painting. In the painting, a fairy was dancing gracefully, with a skirt like clouds, and the surrounding flowers, trees, birds, beasts, insects and fish were all lifelike.
"Madam, this is a painting of "Fairy Dance" created by a famous craftsman and is priceless." Qi Zimo spoke calmly, but his eyes were on the scroll, as if he had special feelings for this painting.
Mrs. Su was slightly moved. She was an elegant person and had a strong interest in calligraphy, painting and antiques. She took the scroll, looked at it carefully, and couldn't help but exclaimed: "What a good painting! Miss Zimo, where did you get this painting?"
Qi Zimo smiled slightly and said, "This painting was left by my father. I have loved it since I was a child. I brought it here specially for my visit to the Su Mansion and would like to share it with you, Madam."
After hearing this, Mrs. Su's eyes flashed with a complicated expression. She knew that Qi Zimo's father was once an important official in the court, but was forced to resign and live in seclusion because of his political differences. She looked at Qi Zimo and couldn't help but feel a little sympathy for her.
At this time, Miss Su also came over. She looked at Qi Zimo with a hint of curiosity in her eyes. She gently pulled her mother's sleeve and whispered, "Mother, this Miss Qi is really talented and beautiful. She is admirable."
Madam Su smiled slightly and said, "Yes, Miss Zimo is indeed a rare talent."
Qi Zimo looked at Miss Su, and a hint of tenderness flashed in her eyes. She knew that Miss Su had a gentle personality and was kind to others, and was a friend worth making friends with. She smiled slightly and said, "Miss Su, you are too kind. Zimo only knows a little bit about it."
As they talked, the atmosphere gradually became harmonious. Mrs. Su looked at Qi Zimo and couldn't help but have a good impression of her. She knew that although this Miss Qi had a special status, she was smart and talented, and was a rare beauty.
As night fell, the Rongxi Hall in the Su Mansion was brightly lit. Madam Su hosted a banquet for Qi Zimo, and everyone sat around, chatting and laughing.
Qi Zimo was wearing a lavender silk dress, with picturesque features and an elegant temperament. She sat next to Madam Su, smiling broadly, listening to everyone talking about poetry and songs, and occasionally interrupting, attracting everyone's attention.
Madam Su looked at Qi Zimo and secretly admired her talent and beauty. She patted Qi Zimo's hand gently and said with a smile: "Zimo, you are really beautiful and talented. I heard that you have made great achievements in the Imperial College. I am really envious of you."
Qi Zimo smiled shyly and said, "Madam, you are too kind. I am no match for you. You are truly talented and beautiful, and you deserve respect."
Madam Su's eyes flashed with pride, and she chuckled and said, "Okay, let's not talk about this. We are all gathered here today just to have fun. Come, Zimo, let me introduce you. This is my nephew Su Taoming, he also works in the Imperial College."
Qi Zimo turned her head and saw a handsome young man wearing a green robe, with a heroic look between his eyebrows. She smiled and said, "Hello, Mr. Su."
Su Taoming smiled and replied, "Hello, Miss Qi. I have heard of your talent for a long time. Seeing you today, I can see that you are indeed worthy of your reputation."
The two of them exchanged greetings, and the atmosphere became more harmonious. At this time, a maid brought a plate of exquisite snacks, and Madam Su said, "I made this snack myself, Zimo, try it."
Qi Zimo took the snack and took a bite, with an intoxicated expression on his face: "Madam, this snack is really delicious. I have never eaten anything so delicious."
Mrs. Su smiled even more brightly after hearing this: "As long as you like it. In fact, I have another unwelcome request."
Qi Zimo was stunned and said, "Madam, you are too polite. If you have anything to say, just tell me."
Madam Su sighed and said, "You know, my brother Su Taoming has not yet married. I see him mature day by day, and I am happy but also a little worried. I wonder if you don't mind, can you introduce a suitable woman to us?"
Qi Zimo's eyes widened. She didn't expect Madam Su to make such a request. She pondered for a moment and said, "Madam, don't worry, I will do my best to help. However, this matter still needs to be considered in the long run."
Madam Su nodded and said, "I know you are a person with your own ideas, so I'll leave it to you."
During the conversation, everyone continued to drink and have fun. Qi Zimo noticed that Su Taoming kept looking at her with an inquiring look, and she couldn't help but feel a little flustered. She secretly told herself not to panic, this was just Mrs. Su's good intentions.
After three rounds of drinks, Mrs. Su suggested: "Zi Mo, can you play a song for us?"
Qi Zimo was slightly stunned. She knew that Madam Su was testing her. She nodded, walked to the piano table, and gently plucked the strings. A piece of "High Mountains and Flowing Water" slowly flowed out.
The sound of the piano was melodious, like the gurgling of spring water, and everyone was intoxicated by it. Su Taoming looked at Qi Zimo and secretly admired her talent. After the song was over, everyone applauded and praised.
Madam Su said, "Zi Mo, your piano skills are really superb. I think it is a blessing for Su Taoming to find a woman like you."
Qi Zimo smiled shyly, secretly grateful for Mrs. Su's compliments.
She knew that at this banquet, she had successfully demonstrated her talent and won the favor of the Su family.
After the banquet, Qi Zimo returned to his room, thinking secretly in his heart.
Su Taoming is a talented man, but she doesn't want to get married so early. She wants to continue her studies in the Imperial College and pursue her dreams.
However, she also understood that Mrs. Su's kindness should not be wasted. She decided to find a suitable woman for Su Taoming at the right time to repay Mrs. Su's kindness.
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The Imperial College on the other side.
After the evening class, Jiang Shuyuan and Wu Xi practiced jumping rope for a while before returning to the dormitory.
To their surprise, Zhang Xinyue, who had dropped out of school, actually came back!
Seeing the two people coming back, Zhang Xinyue smiled slightly.
"You...what's wrong with you two? Why do you look so surprised?" she asked softly, with a hint of concern in her eyes.