Chapter 67 Xiao's Teahouse
"Oh~" There was another unanimous voiceover, and the onlookers on the side looked stunned, indicating that this development would not be...

Xiao Xiao knew very well what Su Youjin was talking about, and he also understood that if he didn't let her treat him once, this girl probably wouldn't give up.

Although it was a bit awkward to let a girl treat him, Xiao Xiao did not refuse and accepted the offer without hesitation.

"anytime is fine."

……

Only when they could no longer see the beauty's back did Zhang Bo, Zhuge Yun and Zhao Luzheng reluctantly withdrew their gazes and surrounded Xiao Xiao, with a few words clearly written on their faces: leniency to those who confess, severity to those who resist.

"Go ahead."

"What?" Xiao Xiao looked innocent.

"What? Can't you see it?!" Zhuge Yun grabbed Xiao Xiao's shoulders and shook them vigorously, with a look of envy and jealousy on his face, "Su Youjin! You actually know Su Youjin?! And she wants to treat you to a meal?!"

"What kind of luck do you have, kid?!" Zhang Bo slapped Xiao Xiao on the back with great force, his eyes turning green.

If it was the Xiao Xiao from the past, he would definitely stagger out of fear, but now, Xiao Xiao said: Did you not eat? Why do you have so little strength?
Zhao Luzheng was very excited and circled around Xiao Xiao again and again.

"Third brother, you are really my brother, awesome!" Zhao Luzheng gave a thumbs up, his face full of admiration.

Xiao Xiao: ...

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Xiao Xiao dragged his suitcase and walked across the campus, which had become much quieter.

After the final exams, students went home one after another. The once bustling campus became increasingly deserted under the gloomy sky.

Xiao Xiao was the last one to leave the dormitory, after all, his home was in Yanjing.

So after he saw Zhang Bo, Zhuge Yun and Zhao Luzheng off, he finally locked the door of his dormitory and went home.

Huh? Xiao Xiao suddenly felt a little cool on his cheeks and looked up. It turned out to be snowing.

Snowflakes as fine as catkins fluttered in the air, with a large gray-blue sky behind them. Under the dim sky, the snowflakes seemed to be shining, illuminating the dark sky.

Yanjing is not the south, and snow is not a rare thing. However, the snowflakes all over the sky always surprise people.

At the moment of leaving the campus, it is a pleasant experience to be accompanied by snowflakes.

Xiao Xiao smiled and continued dragging the suitcase forward.

"Gulu~Gulu~"

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Xiao Xiao turned into an old alley with white walls and black tiles on both sides. Unknown green plants poked out from the top of the walls, and a thin layer of snow covered their leaves.

The bluestone road under my feet was not flat, and the wheels of the box were rolling up and down, making a somewhat harsh rolling sound.

At the end of the road is Xiao Xiao's home.

"Creaky~" Xiao Xiao pushed the door open and walked in.

This is a clean and quaint courtyard.

There is a tall sycamore tree in the corner of the wall. At this moment, only bare branches are left, but it also has a kind of sparse and orderly rugged beauty.

The brown bark covered with white snow creates a unique and remote artistic conception.

There was no one in the house, and Xiao Xiao was not surprised. He knew that his parents and grandparents must be busy in the front yard.

Xiao Xiao returned to his room, put down his luggage, tidied up a little, and went to the front yard.

This is a small teahouse, but it is decorated in a very unique way.

There are seven or eight tables downstairs, each with four chairs, all made of reddish-brown rosewood.

These tables and chairs were passed down from the Xiao family's ancestors and have been in use to this day.

There are two sill windows on the walls on both sides of the gate, which are quite exquisite in shape.

There is a large calligraphy hanging on the wall opposite the gate, with just one word: Tea.

The brush is full of ink, the ink is dripping, and the fragrance of tea lingers, making this word more majestic. On the left wall is a scroll with the words "The Source of One" from Lu Yu's The Classic of Tea copied on it.

On the right wall hang several ink paintings of different sizes, including mountains, water, and flowers.

There are several flower tables, green potted plants and small flowers scattered in several corners of the lobby, adding a touch of liveliness and elegance to the quiet teahouse.

The teahouse has two floors, with private rooms upstairs.

There are only four private rooms, named: A Branch of Spring, The Beginning of Summer, Autumn Wind and Snow Lion.

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The Xiao's Teahouse has been run by Xiao Xiao's father for three generations.

It is also a well-known old brand.

However, it was freezing cold and the New Year was approaching, so Xiao Xiao looked around and saw that there were only two old people sitting at a table by the window.

It is so pleasant to enjoy the snow and drink tea.

Xiao Xiao's lips were about to curl up, but suddenly they froze, his eyes were a little dazed. What is this...?
Just under another table by the window, there is a small snowball, shuffling up and down, and I wonder what it is doing?
The tail hanging behind it seems to be swinging happily because of its owner's happy mood. There is a strange and beautiful red pattern on the tail, winding and extending all the way to the back.

Xiao Xiao was about to go forward to take a closer look, "Xiao Xiao, you're back?" Xiao's mother came down from upstairs with a look of surprise, "Have you had lunch? Do you want your mother to make something for you?"

"Xiaoxiao is back?" Hearing the voice, Xiao Xiao's grandmother also lifted the curtain and came out.

"Mom, grandma, I'm back."

"Hey, I'm glad you're back. Are you hungry? Your grandpa and dad are making pear and barley soup. Grandma will bring you a bowl later." Xiao Xiao's grandmother muttered.

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Well, Xiao Xiao wasn't really hungry, but he still nodded, "Okay."

He first went to the kitchen to say hello to his grandfather and Father Xiao, letting them know that he was back. Then he chose a seat by the window in the lobby and sat down, waiting to eat the pear and barley soup.

However, there is an unexpected creature under this table.

"Xiaoxiao, come, drink some hot tea to warm yourself up first."

"Mom, I'll do it myself."

"Sit down. You just came back, so take a rest." The grandmother on the side said in a rather strong tone.

Well, Xiao Xiao could only sit and wait to be “served”.

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Another guest came, and Xiao's mother and Xiao Xiao's grandmother went to greet them.

Xiao Xiao picked up the purple clay teapot and poured himself a cup of tea.

The tea soup is bright red, and there is a circle of golden halo where the bowl wall and the tea soup meet. This is the top-grade Jin Jun Mei.

The hot steam was curling up and the aroma was rich. Xiao Xiao drank it in one gulp and felt his mouth filled with fragrance. The taste was sweet and mellow.

After drinking the hot soup, Xiao Xiao felt that all the pores in his body opened up and he felt extremely comfortable.

Xiao Xiao narrowed his eyes slightly, with a hint of laziness and comfort between his brows.

After finishing a cup of tea, Xiao Xiao looked around inconspicuously. There were not many people in the lobby. Some were talking in low voices, while others were admiring the heavy snow outside. No one was looking around.

Moreover, people nowadays value privacy, so Xiao's mother placed a small isolation screen next to the window seat. The rosewood carved screen also added a touch of antique charm to the teahouse.

Xiao Xiao withdrew his gaze, stood up and moved to the side, squatted down and pretended to tie his shoelaces.

His eyes vaguely glanced at the little monster under the table.

In this direction, Xiao Xiao was facing the little monster.

Xiao Xiao then discovered that the little monster was sitting on the ground, holding the cake in his paws and eating it happily.

(End of this chapter)