After Transmigration, I Picked Up A Husband and Daughter

Chapter 113: Chapter 113 Playing New Tricks

Chapter 113: Chapter 113 Playing New Tricks

Su Yu saw this and quickly pulled out a piece of soft bamboo paper from the pocket of her clothes, handing it to Xixi and softly said, “Here, use this to blow your nose.”

Xixi obediently took it and, imitating the manner of adults, she carefully wiped her nose, which filled Su Yu with satisfaction.

There was a time when Xixi always liked to wipe her nose with her sleeve, but after Su Yu’s patient teaching, she had finally formed the good habit of using a handkerchief.

Presently, the horse carriage came to a steady stop beside the station in Clear Water Town. Su Yu made proper arrangements for the carriage, tipped generously, and asked the station attendants to look after her horse to ensure it would have plenty of rest and food.

She knew that the medical treatment might last the entire day. How could a horse left unattended endure hunger and thirst?

Having taken care of everything, Su Yu took Xixi’s little hand and walked leisurely towards Huichun Hall.

In the town’s streets, early in the morning, there were few pedestrians, only a handful of early-rising vendors arranging their stalls, as a fresh and tranquil air spread through the atmosphere.

Upon reaching Huichun Hall, she saw Yuan Feng busily setting up various tools needed for medical treatment, while Director Liu seemed to be still preparing, nowhere to be seen.

“Yuan Feng.”

Su Yu called out softly, her tone filled with gentle care.

Upon hearing her voice, Yuan Feng looked up, and his face broke into a brilliant smile as if he had encountered the most wonderful surprise, “Director Su, you’re here so early! I haven’t even had time to prepare the treatment area for you.”

Su Yu smiled modestly and with gratitude said, “Thank you for your hard work.”

Yuan Feng, feeling a bit embarrassed, scratched his head and continued with his work, his eyes flickering with a hint of shyness and admiration.

Su Yu, leading Xixi, took a stroll around Huichun Hall, looking at the quiet streets and guessing that perhaps it was because they had arrived too early, and the patients had not yet gathered.

Therefore, she asked Yuan Feng, who was busily engaged, “Yuan Feng, when do people usually start coming for treatment?”

Upon hearing her question, Yuan Feng paused his work, thought for a moment, and replied, “Generally speaking, it’s around Si Hour when people start to arrive gradually.”

Although Su Yu wasn’t very familiar with ancient timekeeping, she roughly estimated there would be some time based on Yuan Feng’s words and expression.

She thought for a moment and said, “Then I’ll take Xixi to the town to buy something first, and we’ll come back afterwards.”

Her thinking was simple: in case she became preoccupied and unable to give Xixi her full attention, at least these pastries would keep her from getting hungry.

Yuan Feng nodded in agreement, “Good idea, go ahead. I’ll take care of things here.”

Thus, Su Yu took Xixi to the pastries shop in town, carefully selecting several sweet treats that looked tasty and were easy to carry.

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Her gaze was tender, filled with love for the little one, silently wishing that these sweet pastries would provide Xixi with a bit of warmth and solace while she was busy.

When they passed a small candy painting stall decorated with bright colors, Xixi’s steps involuntarily halted, her eyes shimmering with the longing for that sweet temptation.

Su Yu, understanding the unspoken wish, smiled knowingly. She was well aware of the irresistible magic that sweets held over children, especially these candy paintings with their various shapes and vibrant colors that resembled intricate works of art, easily capturing the hearts of every child.

“Boss, how do you price your sugar paintings?”

Su Yu asked gently, her voice carrying a tender inquiry.

The stall owner, a simple-faced middle-aged man, immediately lit up with a smile at the sight of a customer, warm and cordial like a ray of winter sun.

“Oh, you can take home a piece of artwork you fancy for just two copper coins, choose any pattern you like, I have all sorts available here.”

As he spoke, he slowly pushed a wooden board carved with various patterns towards Su Yu, the board was densely filled with everything from delicate butterflies to majestic dragons, from beautiful flowers to clever little rabbits, each carving hinted at the artisan’s meticulousness and ingenuity.

“Xixi, tell Mom which one you like,”

Su Yu encouraged the little girl beside her, her heart brimming with anticipation for her daughter’s preferences.

Expecting Xixi to point to the common flowers or the fluttering butterflies, to her surprise, the little girl furrowed her brows, pursed her lips tightly, and remained silent, seemingly dissatisfied with the options.

This scene left Su Yu slightly astonished; after all, the patterns nearly captured all the beauty of nature, one would think there should be at least one that could touch this small soul.

The sugar painting seller keenly sensed the subtle shift in the atmosphere, as a poor start to the morning’s business could affect his mood for the whole day.

Thus, he hurriedly tried to remedy the situation, his words laced with a touch of eagerness, “Ah, don’t rush, the ones on the board are just the standard choices. If you have something special in mind, just tell me, there’s nothing I can’t make.”

Su Yu smiled faintly and explained, “My darling is a bit shy, and it’s not easy for her to speak up.”

Then to comfort Xixi, “If there’s nothing you like, we’ll just continue walking.”

Just as Su Yu was about to lead Xixi away, the sugar painting seller called out to them urgently, “Wait a moment, just a moment!”

Su Yu turned around, puzzled, to look at the uncle, who had already sprung into action, scooping up a spoonful of golden, enticingly glossy sugar syrup and deftly spreading it on a flat stone slab with smooth confident strokes, as if creating an artwork instead of a simple sugar painting.

Su Yu wondered to herself if the uncle was going to forcibly recommend something special. Here, a small transaction for just two copper coins, what new tricks could be played? Nonetheless, out of curiosity, she decided to watch.

Soon, she saw the vendor skillfully pick up a slender bamboo stick and gently trace it through the semi-dried syrup, transforming vague lines into vivid imagery instantly.

He then carefully separated the finished sugar painting from the slab with a small spatula, his movements as gentle as if he was handling a newborn, and held the delicately crafted sugar figure in front of Xixi, his eyes full of expectation and pride, “Child, look, do you like this one?”

The sugar figure was lively, depicting a heartwarming scene of an adult leading a child by the hand. Even though the facial features were simplified, the affection and warmth that flowed through the sugar painting was a clear reflection of the daily interactions between Su Yu and Xixi.

Su Yu couldn’t help but marvel inwardly at the artisan’s creativity and keen observation, truly extraordinary.

And in Xixi’s eyes, there shone a radiant light, filled with surprise as she took the sugar figure that seemed tailor-made for her, her little face brimming with a happy smile.

Su Yu affectionately ruffled her hair, her heart filled with warmth and indulgence—this child always managed to bring unexpected touches of emotion when least expected.

The vendor also broke into a smile upon seeing this, feeling the weight in his heart finally lift.

Su Yu took out two copper coins from her pocket and handed them to him, then took Xixi’s small hand and continued on their way home.