Chapter 742 Thanks
"is it?"

Uncle Xu murmured to himself, "That's good."

"That's good."

His requirements are not high.

Probably because I waited too long.

The long time almost wiped out all his expectations.

Moreover, as Master Xiao said, she is a monster.

He couldn't hold her to human standards.

A word suddenly occurred to him.

Plants and trees are heartless.

Sure enough.

"By the way, the maple leaf's decision to change color is its own."

Xiao Xiao suddenly said, "I was also surprised at that time."

"But it's really a unique way to say hello."

The gorgeous red maple leaves are really beautiful.

Xu Qingzhu was stunned for a moment, and then he remembered the red maple leaves that filled his eyes at that time.

Thinking about what Master Xiao just said, he smiled.

Yes, a monster that changed the color of maple leaves for him, a monster that remembered his name and called his name, a monster that had been with him for more than ten years. Now that he thought about it, maybe he had wasted a lot of the other party’s training time?
He should be content.

She was also trying her best to be nice to him.

Even if it's not done right.

Even though that stupid monster actually thought he had been living a good life.

However, he is indeed living a good life now.

Moreover, the long wait has paid off, so don't worry too much.

Xu Qingzhu smiled generously.

Such was the nature of the monster, and even his reproach seemed a little unreasonable.

Then, I can only accept it.

"Yes, it's really a very special way to say hello."

Xu Qingzhu's eyes were gentle, "It's hard for it to come up with such a method."

Let him deceive himself for a while, maybe she is... trying to please him?

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"Yeah, I also think it's trying to please Uncle Xu."

Xu Qingzhu was surprised by Xiao Xiao's response. Did he just say what was in his heart?
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"No."

Xiao Xiao smiled and shook his head, "I guessed it."

……

He clearly didn't say anything, but the questions and answers were like the other party had the ability to read minds.

Xu Qingzhu couldn't help but touch his face.

He never knew he was so emotional?

However, considering that the other party was Master Xiao who could see monsters, it didn't seem strange that he could see what he was thinking.

Moreover, although he felt a little uncomfortable at first because his thoughts were seen through, Xu Qingzhu smiled cheerfully, "Master Xiao, do you think so too?"

He was very happy to be recognized by Master Xiao.

The remaining resentment in my heart gradually disappeared.

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"Ah."

Xiao Xiao nodded.

Regardless of the truth, isn’t it nice to think this way?
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"Master Xiao."

Xu Qingzhu carefully took out a box from the bag beside him, held it in both hands and handed it to Xiao Xiao, "This is a little gift from me."

"I hope Master Xiao won't refuse."

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Xiao Xiao reached out and took it.

It is an antique sandalwood box with a faint sandalwood scent lingering in the nose.

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"Master Xiao, open it and take a look."

"I wonder if you like it?"

Although he said he was uncertain, Xu Qingzhu's eyes unconsciously revealed a bit of confidence and pride.

……

Xiao Xiao raised his eyebrows slightly and reached out to open the buckle of the wooden box.

Looking down, a look of surprise passed across his face.

……

In the box was a thumb-sized piece of red jadeite carved into the shape of a maple leaf.

The bright colors emit a light as warm as water.

It shows the delicate and transparent quality of jade.
The lifelike carving made Xiao Xiao feel as if he was seeing a real maple leaf. He reached out and took out the "maple leaf", which was slightly cool and smooth to the touch, without a trace of stagnation.

If you look closely, you can see that even the veins of this "maple leaf" are clearly visible, it is incredibly delicate.

Compared with the maple leaves in nature, this "maple leaf" is in no way inferior and is full of spirit.

"it's beautiful."

Xiao Xiao couldn't help but sigh.

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"Master Xiao, as long as you like it."

Xu Qingzhu had a smile on her face and was not surprised by Xiao Xiao's praise.

This jade deserves any praise.

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"Too expensive."

Xiao Xiao gently put the "Maple Leaf" back into the box, looked up at Xu Qingzhu, and pushed the box towards him.

Even though he didn't know much about jade, he could tell that this piece of jade was very expensive.

It is definitely much more valuable than all the compensation he had received before combined.

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"Master Xiao, our Xu family is in the jewelry and jade business."

"It's just a piece of glass-type red jadeite."

"I can afford it."

"Master Xiao, you deserve it too."

"Please accept it."

Xu Qingzhu pushed the box back in front of Xiao Xiao. "When I was thinking about what thank-you gift to give to Master Xiao, this piece of red jade appeared in my mind."

"This is probably the fate between Master Xiao and this piece of jade."

"Besides, Hongfeng's appearance..."

"I think this is it."

"It is the best thank-you gift for Master Xiao."

Xu Qingzhu smiled and explained the reason why he chose this "maple leaf" as a thank-you gift.

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This "maple leaf" is the treasure of a jade shop owned by the Xu family.

I have been "resident" in the store for ten years.

The master who carved this jade has passed away, making this "maple leaf" even more precious.

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So, he wanted to give away this "maple leaf", even though he knew his eldest brother wouldn't mind, he still told his eldest brother.

As expected, the eldest brother agreed without any hesitation.

Unexpectedly, the eldest brother asked him to build a good relationship with Master Xiao.

After a few moments of stunned silence, he couldn't help but smile bitterly.

Big brother is big brother.

He should have investigated Master Xiao's situation thoroughly.

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Looking at Xu Qingzhu's determined expression, Xiao Xiao no longer refused and accepted the gift of thanks.

"But it's really rare."

Xiao Xiao was a little confused. "This is the first time I've seen a jade pendant carved into the shape of a maple leaf."

It's not just a piece of jade carved into the shape of a maple leaf, but a whole maple leaf is carved out.

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"It seems that Master Xiao doesn't pay much attention to news about jade."

Xu Qingzhu's lips curled slightly, "Red Maple is the trademark of Xu's jewelry."

“All the stores owned by the Xu family have the Red Maple logo outside.”

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"That's it."

Xiao Xiao looked suddenly enlightened.

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"Actually, speaking of this, I have a guess."

Xu Qingzhu's tone was filled with uncontrollable excitement, but also a bit of hesitation due to uncertainty.

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"The Xu family likes red maple because of an ancestor."

"That ancestor saved the Xu family from collapse and created an even more glorious family business for future generations."

"But God is jealous of talents."

"That ancestor had a weak body since childhood. Even though he had a constant supply of precious medicinal herbs, he still died of illness at a young age."

"Maybe it's because you're too tired?"

Xu Qingzhu spoke with a sigh.

(End of this chapter)