After two days, it was Min and Ying's birthday. Xiqiu personally made them longevity noodles. Just after the family finished eating, Chief Su arrived, discreetly announcing with a smile, "The Emperor says he knows today is the young lady and young master's birthday, so he has instructed me to deliver birthday gifts to them." As he spoke, he gestured for the eunuch behind him to bring over two trays, uncovering the red cloth on top. On one tray was a very small Yaoqin, just over a foot long. Xiqiu had never seen such a dainty and adorable instrument, and couldn't help but smile. Only Min would have the patience to find such a thing to amuse Ying.
The other tray held a telescope with an extendable lens.
Though neither gift was extravagant, they were quite intriguing, and both Ying and Min could not part with them.
"Thank you, Chief Su." Xiqiu and Fourth Master Xiao personally escorted Chief Su out: "Please convey our gratitude." Xiqiu said with a polite bow.
