nucmednet Chapter 140 Suddenly enlightened
Chapter 140 Suddenly enlightened
"I want to buy some paper, pen and books."
As she spoke, Xia Qingyue's eyes were fixed on the rows of books stacked on the shelves. Most of them were a little old and the paper covers were yellowed.
Han Zhibai stared at her profile with a gentle look in his eyes, "Do you like reading too?"
"Also?" She turned her head to look at him, "Do you like reading?"
Han Zhibai nodded, "I quite like it. It can relieve boredom and I can learn a lot of useful things."
There is a bookshelf in his house with many books on it, all of which his father collected from all over the place.
In her previous life, Xia Qingyue couldn’t say how much she liked reading. She had been busy with work since graduation. When she had a little free time after get off work, she would either watch TV or read novels to relieve stress and pass the time.
After traveling back to ancient times, especially during the snowy winter, she dreamed of owning more books, one so that she could better understand the world and expand her knowledge, and the other to kill time.
"Then you can also pick out some books you like."
The owner of the bookshelf saw two customers coming today and welcomed them warmly.
After understanding the situation, Xia Qingyue learned the prices of paper, ink, brushes and inkstones. These things were essential for scholars in ancient times and have always been very expensive.
It’s expensive, but it’s more convenient after you buy it.
Considering her own situation, Xia Qingyue bought only standard items and did not want to be extravagant.
Then she turned around and picked out the books.
Han Zhibai stood at the other end picking books.
The shopkeeper followed Xia Qingyue cheerfully and said, "I wonder which books you would like? I can pick out some good ones for you to choose from."
"I want to buy some medical books, books on conditioning the body, folk tales, books or maps that record the mountains and rivers of this dynasty or other countries, local customs, anecdotes, and poems."
"Wait a moment." The shopkeeper turned around and went to look for a book.
While waiting, Xia Qingyue flipped through books and picked up the ones she found interesting.
After selecting the books, the shopkeeper brought a pile of books and placed them on the table, "Customers can browse through them and buy the ones they like."
"Can I take a look?" Han Zhibai walked over.
Xia Qingyue didn't know much about ancient books. When she heard him ask this, she nodded quickly, thinking that this was a good opportunity for him to help her with some advice.
Han Zhibai picked up a book after another and read it very quickly. He flipped through a few pages and glanced at them, then put the books down. Some were placed on the other side of the desk, and some were held in his other hand.
After finishing the stack of books quickly, Han Zhibai handed several books in his hand to Xia Qingyue, "Take a look."
"You must have picked a good one." She took the book and held it in her arms, then turned to the shopkeeper and said with a smile, "Check out."
Han Zhibai, who was standing behind her, looked at her face with its soft curves and skin as white as cream. Her smiling face unconsciously appeared in his mind, and her eyes were as bright and clear as a crescent moon.
He suddenly felt a little hot all over, his mouth was dry, and his left chest was pounding violently, like a drum, and the sound of the drums echoed clearly in his ears.
The strange feeling in his body made Han Zhibai turn around a little at a loss. He felt inexplicably flustered, and the skin around his ears and neck was slightly flushed.
"Thank you, sir. Take care."
The shopkeeper's voice brought Han Zhibai back to his chaotic thoughts. He suddenly remembered that Xia Qingyue bought a lot of things. How could she carry them all by herself? He turned around and walked forward, "I'll take it."
He quickly took the things in her hand and on the table and strode out.
On the way to meet up with the Li family, Xia Qingyue glanced at other shops on the street to see if there was anything she wanted to buy.
There is no shortage of clothes for the time being.
Xia Qingyue did not notice that Han Zhibai, who was standing on the other side of Xiao Hei, occasionally cast a fiery look at her, trying hard to suppress some emotion.
When her gaze moved over, Han Zhibai panicked and turned his head to look to the side, his hands holding the rope and his hands hanging by his legs tightly clenched.
He stared blankly at the passers-by, his black eyes flickering with a light of sudden enlightenment and surprise from the bottom of his heart, like a pool of water rippling in the spring breeze, soft and clear.
It turned out that after a winter, when the snow melted this year, he couldn't wait to take Xiaobai out to the dense forest because he wanted to meet her.
It turns out that every time I see her, I feel happy and relaxed, and always feel that time passes very quickly, and it is only because of her.
He likes her!
When they arrived at the meeting place, several men from the Li family were already waiting there for Xia Qingyue and Han Zhibai.
Li Benfu: "Let's go back to the village and talk slowly on the way."
After leaving the town, there were not many people on the way back to the village.
Li Weisheng said impatiently: "We went too late. There was nothing left when we arrived. We only bought three buckets of soybeans and peanuts. The coarse salt, rice and other food were all gone."
Chen Youmao said: "We managed to buy a few liters of rice, a few cups of coarse salt, and some bean seeds."
Li Benfu spread his hands and said helplessly: "I didn't buy anything. I did buy some soy sauce and wine, but they are not in short supply and they are expensive, so I didn't buy them.
I thought the shopkeeper might have left some surplus for himself, so I went to him privately and told him to pay more, but the result was not satisfactory. I guess it was too late and someone else bought it. "
Xia Qingyue told Han Zhibai what she bought.
When they heard that she had bought more than three dou of rice, everyone in the Li family was surprised.
"Sister Qingyue, you are so smart. We didn't think of these things at that time." Li Weikang regretted it so much that he raised his hand and scratched his head in worry.
Li Weisheng and Chen Dawei, father and son, were dejected.
"It's good luck. By the way, have you asked when the next batch of goods from the shop will be delivered?"
Li Benfu said: "I asked, and they said it was because of the flood. I can't say for sure."
Everyone got a similar response.
Xia Qingyue lowered her head and looked at the gravel road.
For no reason, she felt uneasy.
There were heavy floods in Dong'an and Huai'an counties. My place is relatively close to both of them. The sky has been very cloudy in recent days and it has been slow to rain.
Han Zhibai noticed her mood change and opened his lips slightly, about to speak, but Li Benfu took the lead and said, "Qingyue, don't worry. We can go to the town anytime recently. Once we have news, we will buy food."
"Uh-huh."
The group walked into Xiushui Village, and under the protection of the two brothers Li Weisheng and Li Weikang, they quietly entered the Li family and closed the gate behind them.
While unloading the things, Li Benfu and his two sons explained the situation in the town to Chen Yuzhen one by one.
After unloading, divide the purchased items.
The money for the purchase was given by Xia Qingyue and Han Zhibai, and they gave money to each other.
"Hey, you guys come in and sit down and chat. I'll go knead the dough and make noodles." Chen Yuzhen didn't expect Han Zhibai to come today. The prepared rice was obviously not enough, so she hurried to the kitchen.
"Auntie, stop busying yourself, we'll go up the mountain right away."
Hearing that she was leaving, the Li family became a little anxious.
Xia Qingyue said, "The weather has been bad in recent days. It could rain at any time, and I don't know how long it will rain. I want to quickly go up the mountain to find some dry firewood to store. You should also find some more."