"Please come in," Qiao Xiaomai tilted her body, inviting Zhang Family and Zhu Hongyun inside.
As they sat down under the willow tree, she washed a few peaches and placed them on the table. The large, pinkish-white peaches looked quite appetizing. Xiaomai smiled and said, "Please try some. These were a gift from His Highness Wei yesterday. He brought them from the Capital City. They're very sweet."
His Highness Wei.
Upon hearing these four words, both Zhang Family and Zhu Hongyun revealed a moment of respect in their gaze towards the peaches.
"Xiaomai, are you close with His Highness Wei?" Zhang Family carefully picks up a peach. The fruit felt soft as she cautiously peeled it, making conversation.
Zhu Hongyun too reached out for one, and silently began peeling and eating.
Xiaomai laughed, "Somewhat. His Highness Wei has a love for fine food. He doesn't mind my humble culinary skills so we often see each other."
