Chapter 304: It’s a Cub
Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation
The two stayed inside the house, which was a hundred times better than the outside. They got along well. At the moment, they were in the backyard watching the little animals.
Qiao Mai had already prepared red envelopes, each containing a hundred taels of silver bills.
She also had firecrackers prepared. She and Yuan Jiaqi had been waiting in the living room early in the morning.
Sure enough, the two children did not disappoint them. The government official arrived at the door not long after.
He dismounted and shouted towards the front gate.
“Yuan Haichuan, the first place in the new scholars, come out to receive the good news!”
The servants of Lucky Garden rushed out, setting off firecrackers. Qiao Mai quickly had someone call the two children.
At this moment, another government official arrived. The two officials met and greeted each other with a bow.
“Haha, can we consider this a double happiness?”
“Mr. Yuan is remarkable, raising two military commanders and two scholars.”
“The second place in the new scholars, Wang Zihan, come out to receive the good news!”
Yuan Jiaqi pulled Qiao Mai’s hand, and Old Master Wang pulled Old Mistress Wang’s hand. Behind them, Yuan Haichuan and Wang Zihan followed.
“Where is Yuan Haichuan?”
Chuan’er stepped forward and bowed. The government official handed him the scroll, and he received it with both hands.
“Where is Wang Zihan?”
Zihan stepped forward and bowed. The government official handed him the scroll, and he received it with both hands.
Qiao Mai stepped forward and handed a red envelope to each of them. “Take this and have some tea.”
The official felt the weight of the red envelope. It was light, but considering it was Mr. Yuan’s home, residing in the most famous mansion in the capital, it couldn’t be insignificant.
He expressed his gratitude and took the envelope. After mounting the horse, he quietly went to a less crowded place, opened it, and burst into a grin.
Indeed, the owner of this mansion was generous.
Meanwhile, the firecrackers continued. When they returned to the living room, the two brothers paid their respects to Old Master and Mistress Wang.
Chuan’er bowed in gratitude while Zihan followed the etiquette for junior relatives.
Old Master Wang stroked his beard, his eyes slightly red. “I can finally retire with success. I don’t need to teach you anymore.”
“Who said that, Sir? Your knowledge will take me a lifetime to learn.”
“Haha, now that you two have become Tribute Scholars, you’ll face the emperor in three days. You’ll soon be assigned positions. After discussing with your father, we’ve decided to let you stay in the capital for now. Are you willing?”
“We will follow the arrangements of our elders.”
“Good.”
Qiao Mai smiled. “Grandfather, Chuan’er achieved first place. Your credit is the greatest. ”
“Haha, so what?”
Qiao Mai clapped her hands, and a creature entered, tall and big, like a sheep but not quite. It looked like a dragon drawn in a painting and was pure white. It stared at Old Master Wang and made a strange sound. Old Master Wang stood up excitedly, pointing at it.
“What is this?”
“This is its cub. Please take good care of it.”
He turned to Qiao Mai, grateful. “Thank you.”
“You’re welcome. Take it with you when you go out. It will protect you for a lifetime.’
Yuan Jiaqi also noticed. He didn’t say it out loud but muttered softly.
“Bai Ze? The mythical beast that wards off all evil spirits?”
“Yes, it’s a cub. I picked up a stray.”
“It’s a great fortune to see the mythical beast described in the scriptures. It’s a representation of wisdom.”
“The books say that it is intelligent and loves learning.”
Old Master Wang had come to Bai Ze, excitedly reaching out to hug its neck with one hand stroking its fur.
“Being able to see the mythical beast mentioned in the scriptures is worth it even if I die.’
Qiao Mai shouted. “Bai Ze, transform!”
A white light flashed, and it transformed into a form similar to the sheep. Puzzled, Old Master Wang turned to look at Qiao Mai.
“Its form is too eye-catching. Bringing it out will cause trouble. Although I am not afraid, I don’t want trouble.’
“Haha, I almost forgot. I have a companion now!”
Old Mistress Wang glanced at him. “I’m your companion.”
“It’s not the same. You can’t follow me all the time. By the way, girl, what does it eat?”
“Anything. It loves fruits.”
“I’ll call it Yin Shuang from now on?”
Bai Ze nodded, further exciting Old Master Wang, while Old Mistress Wang gave him a disapproving look.
“I’m going back to see my Hong Hong. What do you say?”
She walked away. Old Master Wang quickly waved to Yin Shuang, taking it with him to catch up.
The living room fell quiet. Qiao Mai looked at Zihan’s jealous eyes.
“Zi Han, your three brothers each have a fine steed. How about Auntie giving you one?”
“Thank you, Auntie.”
Qiao Mai clapped her hands, and a shiny black horse entered. Zihan fell in love with it at first sight.
Approaching the horse with delight, he exclaimed, “I never knew horses could be so beautiful!”
Using the word “beautiful” was fitting. Like the ones Chuan’er and the others had, this horse had glossy black fur shining like black satin. It was tall and magnificent. Anyone who could own such a horse would probably laugh in their dreams.
Chuan’er immediately pouted. “Mother, what about my gift?”
“Didn’t I give it to you earlier?”
‘What?!”
“Hurry up and take Zihan to ride the horse. Keep an eye on him; he’s unlike you with martial arts skills.”
“Yes, Mother!”
The two brothers left, leaving only the couple in the living room. Yuan Jiaqi looked at Qiao Mai with a slightly sad expression.
“Wife, what about mine?”
Looking at his gaze, similar to Chuan’er’s, Qiao Mai laughed.
“I haven’t decided yet. Isn’t the sheep always protecting you when you go to work?”
“I want one that belongs to me.” “Do you want it now?”
“No rush. I want a stylish one.”
“Too conspicuous isn’t good. You are a high-ranking official; everything should be ordinary.”
Yuan Jiaqi immediately looked at her like a disgruntled woman, making Qiao Mai uneasy. She kicked him lightly.
“Hurry up and arrange matters in the kitchen. Today is a day of great joy.”
“Wife, what about mine?”
“Are you going or not?”
She would act against him if he didn’t go the next second. Yuan Jiaqi quickly stood up and walked to the door.
He glanced back. “Wife, I want something eye-catching.”
“Get lost!”
Yuan Jiaqi quickly ran away like a child. Qiao Mai, smiling, walked out of the living room towards the Yuexian Residence.
She locked herself in her room and entered the platform.
“Greeny.”
“Master, I’m here.”
“Our space is already level nine, right?”
“Yes, it’s even larger than the Earth where you were in your past life. Don’t worry; I’ve planted vegetation, and there are many creatures.”
“Good. Thank you.”
“Not at all. I am the spirit of the space; this is what I do. Besides, I didn’t do it personally; it was all done with spells.”
Qiao Mai sat in front of the computer, searching on the platform.
“Master, what do you want to buy?”
“A pet for my husband, inconspicuous but stylish.”
“How about a horse? You’ve already given several to your children. Give one to your husband; it won’t be conspicuous, and horses have high combat power, great for dealing with bad guys.”
“No, the one for my husband has to be unique.”
“How about a unicorn?”
Qiao Mai raised her eyebrows and searched for information about unicorns on the platform.
“Oh, it’s a sixth-level mythical beast. Can it transform?”
“It can’t transform into a human form but can take on similar forms, like a horse. It can transform into a horse during the day, and your husband can ride it to work. He already knows martial arts, so riding a horse is nothing for him.” “That can be considered. Anything else?”
“How about a Dracaena Horse? Although it’s a horse, it’s extremely powerful. It can also transform into a regular horse, and its color complements Dong Zhao.
When it transforms, it can crush thousands of troops.”
Qiao Mai searched for information about the Dracaena Horse on the platform.
After seeing its description and color, she finally nodded in satisfaction.
“Then it’s settled..”
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