The Elegant Life of the Maodao Family

panorama.If you ask the people who built the Maodao house in the first place whether they chose the suburbs just because of this courtyard, the answer is probably "yes".Even the current head of the family, Master Maodao, may hardly be able to say that he has completely grasped everything about the courtyard.It's really hard to think of anyone else who has such a large and beautiful garden besides this place.

There are seven rose arches, artificial ponds, herb gardens, orchards, and there are also door locks for private enjoyment, and a secret garden surrounded by high walls.There is also a wild garden where slender plants and flowers bloom as if shrouded in mist.Whether it is in words or in words, it is almost impossible to fully describe it.

This courtyard with various characteristics has endless beautiful scenery all year round, but when the spring flowers are in full bloom, it is the most dreamlike beauty.Moreover, there is also a stable in one corner of the mansion, where two beautiful Arabian horses are kept.

Master Maodao would ride a horse whenever he had a whim.However, this kind of horse racing method that can't get out of the racecourse is deeply hated by the horse.These nervous, self-respecting horses believed that they could only circle back and forth in one place because the master riding on them was too poorly skilled, so they treated their master with considerable contempt.Master Maodao has already been thrown off his horse twice.But he still rides it again and again, maybe he is really a person who can't remember the lesson.

The weather was fine this morning.

Although the air in December is very cold, the sun shines through the gaps in the clouds, and the color of the sky behind the clouds is so clear that people can't help but want to go out.

"nice weather today."

The youth who entered the balcony from the direction of the living room did the morning question.

"what……"

Master Mao Dao casually agreed in a vague tone.His face was unmoved.However, the youth seemed to have long been accustomed to the correspondence of Master Maodao.

"Why don't you sit down?"

After a short pause, Master Maodao said this to him flatly.He always politely waited until Master Maodao gave himself permission before taking his seat.

"is it okay?"

Master Mao Dao only nodded his chin out of trouble.

The young man who was sitting on the polished wicker chair was called Koizumi.He is the secretary and conversation partner of Master Maodao.Although he has just graduated from university, he has intelligence and rationality beyond his age, as well as outstanding beauty.It has been less than half a year since he was hired, but he has already understood Master Maodao deeply, even to an unbelievable level, which is enough to prove that he is an excellent talent.In addition to these, he has many advantages, the most important thing is that he will try his best to avoid any actions that would upset the nervous Mr. Maodao, no matter what the situation is, he will quickly adapt and make appropriate judgments.

While Koizumi was sitting at the table, Hatano brought black tea.

"Assam is prepared today."

Since Master Maodao has no special hobbies for trivial daily matters, he is not very good at dealing with this kind of "what would be better" questions.Hatano basically chooses brands by himself.In order to cope with the occasional situation where Mr. Maodao must make the choice (of course, this situation is very rare), Hatano tried his best to let him develop a little hobby and be able to choose by himself.

So he deliberately didn't prepare the milk that he usually used to add to his tea today.

"Which one is better, the one from Hokkaido or the one from Aso?"

"Is this a discussion about buying a ranch?"

Master Maodao responded with an off-line answer in a tone of no interest.

"It's about the type of milk to put in the black tea. Please make a choice."

"Hatano, tell me the difference between these two things in an explanation I can understand."

"No, it's just a matter of preference."

Master Maodao let out a big sigh.

"Koizumi."

"Yes, what's your order?"

"You choose."

Koizumi and Hatano looked at each other involuntarily.For them, no matter which one is good, it is enough to say one.But the chances of Master Maodao surpassing their understanding are too frequent.

As a result, Koizumi chose the Aso product for no reason.Hatano saluted and stepped back.

"Tonight's salon concert will be held at the mansion of President Mizuno at 07:30. Do you want to go out before then?"

"I'm going to bookstores and antique stores."

Master Maodao likes to collect beautifully decorated books the most.Only this is the interest that the master has had since a long time ago.His father, the head of the previous generation, was a diplomat and also a book lover.Throughout his life, he has been tirelessly filling his bookshelves with books from overseas.However, unlike the previous generation who collected books because they loved reading, Mr. Chiushima seems to simply like attractive bindings.He would go to a large bookstore once a month, only looking for beautiful books to buy home.This is also the most important interest of Master Maodao now.Of course, it's not that he doesn't read at all. For Master Maodao, books are clearly divided into two categories: those for reading, and those just for looking at the binding and pleasing to the eye.

And when it comes to antiques, it is actually the elegance that Koizumi taught him.Koizumi made many proposals to Mr. Maodao, ranging from handheld game consoles to computers, tennis and other ball games, but the master expressed his interest, and the only thing he actively put into action was collecting antiques and chess.I don't know the reason for liking chess, but liking antiques may be the same as liking collecting books. Maybe he is basically a person who likes to collect things?With that in mind, everyone will understand.Recently, the antique shop seems to have gained some experience. Once they get something that Master Maodao would be interested in, they will notify him.

That's how Master Maodao got Tom Nancy's lantern the other day.That beautiful ornament cost him 85 yuan.It is now placed in a room like a long and thin corridor that becomes a long gallery.Master Maodao's collections are mainly Western goods, which are basically decorated in this room.Oriental items are placed in another dedicated room.

Regarding his own interests, Master Maodao doesn't feel bad at all when he spends money.So far, what made Koizumi's eyes grow to the maximum is Patrick Philip's watch, the price is 2000 million.Even Koizumi couldn't help sighing.Although there are many people in the world who like high-priced watches, Mr. Maodao doesn’t particularly like to collect watches, and he usually doesn’t wear watches at all, and he can’t expect the watches to perform their original functions, and he won’t let anyone look.It seemed natural that Koizumi would not understand.

"So, what happened to that watch? You don't seem to be using it."

Koizumi thought about it and asked.

"Because that's too heavy."

"Ah."

"Wrists will feel tired."

"Maybe so. But I really want to see Mr. Chengren put on that watch once. How about tonight, a black suit with that gold will be very beautiful."

"Why do you have to wear a watch to a party?"

"It's not just a watch, it's also a gem. Mr. Chengren. If it's used for timekeeping, I recommend Frank Murat or Bragg's ultra-precise ones."

"Is that so. It's fine anyway. But tonight's party doesn't look like you're going to wear a black suit."

"Is that so? That's a pity."

Koizumi simply gave up.Master Maodao stirred the tea in the cup with a small spoon, and turned his gaze to the garden again.Although he knew nothing about the species of flowers or the names of trees.But Master Maodao is obsessed with overlooking the courtyard from the balcony and this sun room.Since his parents died in an accident, the time he spends staring blankly at the yard has increased.Perhaps for Kamojima-sama, there are fond memories somewhere in this vast garden.Koizumi has not been here for a long time, but he already has this feeling indifferently, so he decided not to disturb Master Maodao when he was looking at the courtyard.

Master Maodao looked at the green lawn and the Christmas roses in the flower beds that were still green in the bleak winter.On the right side of the straight red brick path, there is a small step path. Although it cannot be seen from here, but walking up from here, there is a beautiful archway with large white roses that will bloom in spring, just like a wedding hall.And on the opposite side, there is a man in charge of taking care of the courtyard.There are three gardeners in this home.When meeting Koizumi's eyes, the gardener raised his hand from a distance to signal.Master Maodao looked like he didn't see it, and his eyes didn't lift up from the flower bed.

Koizumi watched the gardener watering for a while.The water gushes strongly from the green pipes, glinting a little in the warm winter sun.The gardener's arms oozing from the half-sleeved shirt were so strong, completely different from the slender Koizumi and Mashima-san.

Suddenly, Master Maodao called Koizumi's name in an angry voice.

Then, Mr. Maodao abruptly propped himself up from the chair he was leaning on, grabbed Koizumi's slender fingers on the table, and pulled them towards him.

"Mr. Chengren?"

This sudden movement made Koizumi's eyes widen.

Master Maodao leaned forward towards Koizumi.

A light kiss, followed by a slightly longer kiss.

With the shaking tea set on the table, there was a subtle sound of clicking.

Koizumi's surprise was only momentary.because