The young man panicked " Lady.. I've said the prices correctly. If you feel that the prices are high, I can reduce the cost for you."
He Mei Ya spoke with amusement " Sir, your work is worth more than mere 200 and 300 silvers. You should not decrease your value."
After saying this, He Mei Ya handed him 200 gold coins..
"Such exquisite embroidery must be rewarded" He Mei Ya saw his shocked face and chuckled.
The young man froze for a bit and looked at her not knowing what to say. Their life had been miserable since two years. After enjoying luxury for a few months, fate played with them. They fell to the bottom beyond recovery. No matter how hard he tried or how exquisite the designs are no one came forward to purchase them..
" Young lady.. I know that my work is worth more than the price I stated now. But, as you can see our situation is not good. So, I have to reduce the cost. But, I thank you very much for your kindness "
He Mei Ya stopped him when he was about to kneel " Sir, do not kneel. I just paid a fair price.. That's all."
" Lady.. I will remember this kindness of yours. In future if you need any help from me.. please do not hesitate."
"Oh.." He Mei Ya nodded as a faint glint passed through her eyes and she did not ask further. The man accepted the money and started to pack the items.
He Mei Ya saw a small silhouette peeking at her from the corner of other room. He Mei Ya's lips curved and she turned towards the little girl sneaking at her after removing her veiled hat.
The little girl slowly came out of the room and stared at He Mei Ya. He Mei Ya found this scene especially funny. So, she wants to see me ah!
He Mei Ya removed the veil and looked at the little girl. The little girl saw a pair of bright almond shaped eyes staring at her. The little girl is scared at the beginning when this big sister in front looked at her. But, after looking into her eyes she felt that her thumping heart calming down slowly.
The little girl sub-consciously exclaimed " So beautiful! Big sis.. your eyes are so beautiful."
He Mei Ya smiled softly and carefully examined the little girl in front of her. Looking at her small body and cute face, she must be around 5 years old. She remembered her little brother He Xiao on seeing her cute face. So, He Mei Ya stretched her hand towards the little girl " Su Li... come to big sis... Let's play together."
The girl smiled prettily and ran towards her extending her little arms. He Mei Ya chuckled and bent down to lift her and settled the girl on her lap while sitting down.
She looked at the young man who is stunned at the chain of events and said while pointing towards the items that are set aside" Sir, the quality of your winter clothing is excellent. For now, we will be taking this set. We will surely come before winter to buy more sets. Please bill these items with exact cost. I don't want to rob your efforts." He Mei Ya started playing with the little girl by tickling her and her laughter echoed through the small house.
The young man quickly came back to his senses and looked at He Mei Ya dazedly not knowing what to say.
He Jian sensed his confusion. " Sir, don't worry. My sister likes children. Your younger sister is very cute. So, she wants to play with her. We will not trouble you. Please bill the items as she said."
The young man shook his head and smiled " It's not a problem sir. I will bill the items as per the lady's wishes. It's been a long time since my sister got this close to strangers." The young man looked at Su Li with a complicated gaze.
He Jian nodded and the young man started packing the things.
He Mei Ya looked at He Jian " Big brother.. Can you take Su Li for a walk. I have something to discuss with this sir here."
He Jian nodded and looked at the little girl in his sister's arms. Su Li looked at He Mei Ya and seeing that she nodded Su Li extended her arms towards He Jian.
He Jian smiled and took her hand " Su Li, lets go outside. Big brother will take you for a walk."
He Jian looked at the young man and smiled " Sir, I will take your sister for a walk. Don't worry.. I'll bring her back safely."
The young man hesitated for a bit but finally nodded after seeing He Jian's genuine smile. After He Jian went outside, He Mei Ya chuckled " Sir, please don't worry. All men are not beasts."