Falling in Love Online with an Ancient General

Chapter 257

Feng Qingyi asked, "Did they say where they're going?"

"They haven't specified which country yet. They'll figure it out when they get there," Feng Qingci replied.

Feng Qingyi thought for a moment, realizing she didn't have any plans for this summer vacation.

A few days ago, the "Jinghe" magazine had published her award-winning painting. The magazine's editorial office had even sent her an email and called to request more of her work.

She had agreed, even though painting was just a hobby for her. After all, who would refuse an invitation from "Jinghe" magazine?

Besides that, it was time for Peng Lai Residence to introduce some summer items. Although recent income had been stable, with Shengjing's hot summer weather approaching, hot tea wasn't as popular anymore.

Even their previous pastries weren't selling well, as people seemed to prefer staying at home.

Once the final exams were over, she would have plenty to keep her busy. Thinking about it, this summer vacation would likely be quite fulfilling.

Mid-July arrived, and with it came the final exams at Jing University.

After the hectic exam week, everyone started packing to go home.

Feng Qingyi made a special trip to the train station to see off Qu Jingqiu and Shen Hanyue.

As their train hadn't arrived yet, Feng Qingyi sat with them outside the station to wait.

Shen Hanyue, perched on her large suitcase, asked, "Qingyi, aren't you going home for the holidays?"

"It doesn't matter whether I go back or not. There's no one at home anyway," Feng Qingyi replied.

Shen Hanyue suggested, "Why don't you come home with me? Although my home is in a poor little mountain village, it's a great place to escape the heat. It's so cool in the summer, and we can catch fish and shrimp in the river."

Feng Qingyi shook her head, "No, thanks. You should go back early so you can return to school earlier. You can stay at my place then."

Qu Jingqiu, standing by a stone pillar outside the station with her backpack on, chimed in, "Qingyi, when will you have time to visit us? Our place is closer, you can get there directly by car."

Feng Qingyi replied, "Alright, you two, stop inviting me. I don't have a ticket now anyway, so I couldn't go even if I wanted to. We'll find a chance another time."

Shen Hanyue checked the time, "Qingyi, it's almost time for me to go. Take care on your way back."

Qu Jingqiu added, "I'm taking the same train as her. We're off!"

"Be safe on your journey, and remember to message me when you get there," Feng Qingyi said.

The two waved goodbye to her and went to have their tickets checked.

After seeing them off, Feng Qingyi returned to the villa to find Feng Qingci also packing.

"How long will you be gone?" she asked.

Feng Qingci replied, "The exact duration isn't set yet. Don't starve yourself while you're home alone!"

Feng Qingyi rolled her eyes, "Am I really that stupid?"

"Who was it that nearly fainted from hunger before?" Feng Qingci retorted.

Feng Qingyi sighed, "That was so many years ago. How do you still remember?"

"I'm just reminding you. If you're hungry and don't want to cook, order takeout or eat out. Worst case, go to your boyfriend's place. Don't actually starve yourself at home."

Feng Qingci finished packing his suitcase, ready to leave.

Feng Qingyi said, "I got it. Now hurry up and go!"

After Feng Qingci left, Feng Qingyi decided to go to Shengjing to find Xu Linghe.

"My relationship with my parents isn't actually very good. They've been absent for many important moments in my life and my brother's. I was basically raised by my brother. They've always been very busy with work and rarely had time to be with us."

"Although we've never explicitly expressed it, we do complain sometimes. But now that we're grown up, we don't really care that much anymore."

"They have their own choices and their own lives. We're just not the most important part of their lives, that's all. But it's undeniable that they love us too, just in a different way from other parents."

Xu Linghe said, "Qingyi, I'm sorry. I didn't know."

"There's nothing to be sorry about. Just stay here beside me, I'm almost done with the embroidery," Feng Qingyi said.

Xu Linghe looked at the lotus flower pattern that had already taken shape on the embroidery frame, "Qingyi, you're amazing!"

"Should I add the lotus leaves from the pattern now?" Feng Qingyi asked.

Xu Linghe nodded, "Yes, once you're done, I'll take it to my father, and then we can go out. I've been confined at home ever since I came back last time."

Feng Qingyi sped up her work. Since it wasn't a complex pattern, just a lotus flower with a few leaves, she finished quickly.

Xu Linghe took the completed embroidery to her father, tossed it to him, and hurried away.

Looking at the embroidery, Xu's father could hardly believe his eyes.

"Yesterday it looked like a dog's scrawl, and today it's like this. Could she be a genius at embroidery?"

Xu Linghe returned to the courtyard and pulled Feng Qingyi out of the house.

"Qingyi, don't you have classes recently?"

Feng Qingyi nodded, "I'm on vacation. I don't have classes until September."

"This is fantastic! So, can we start making the things you mentioned earlier?" Xu Linghe asked.

Feng Qingyi replied, "Of course. Let's go to the Peng Lai Residence and take a look. The weather has been too hot lately. If the teahouse is too warm, people won't want to visit. We need to cool it down first."

"I've noticed some teahouses and taverns using ice blocks, but they're quite expensive. We might end up losing money if we use them," Xu Linghe pointed out.

Feng Qingyi smiled and said, "Don't worry about that. I'll figure something out. Worst case scenario, I can have some transported from my home."

"That's great. With ice blocks, we can cool down the teahouse, which will surely attract more customers. Then, if we introduce some new teas, we'll definitely make a fortune," Xu Linghe said enthusiastically.

Feng Qingyi continued, "Remember we agreed on a 70-30 split? I'll calculate it tonight and give you your share."

"I'm not short on money. You should keep it, Qingyi," Xu Linghe insisted.

Feng Qingyi responded, "We agreed this was a business partnership, so we need to keep the accounts clear. Otherwise, I'd just be taking advantage of you. Besides, this is what you're entitled to."

"Alright then. Looks like I'll have to work hard to help you out!" Xu Linghe said with a laugh.

Feng Qingyi replied, "Don't rush. You'll have plenty to do when the time comes."

The two arrived at the Peng Lai Residence. At that moment, there weren't many people around. Li Yi was fanning himself with a fan, still drenched in sweat.

Seeing this, Feng Qingyi remarked, "It seems we need to prioritize ice production as soon as possible."

"Qingyi, you know how to make ice blocks too?" Xu Linghe asked.

Feng Qingyi nodded, "I do, but we'll need to prepare some things first. I'll have Li Yi go shopping for the supplies. Once everything is ready, we can make it together."

"Can I learn how to do it too?" Xu Linghe inquired.

Feng Qingyi nodded again, "Of course. It's not some closely guarded secret."

"You don't know, Qingyi, but ice blocks are selling for a fortune right now!" Xu Linghe exclaimed. Even her family only had a few blocks.