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"Suggest?"

Rexxar frowned and pondered, as if he was really thinking about the customer's needs:

"Do you know what special expectations the bride-to-be has for her marriage? What kind of character is she, what color are her hair and eyes? In addition, you need to discuss the groom-to-be's appearance, occupation, background and personality hobbies ...Miss, I don't know much about these things, so it's hard to give you a suitable suggestion."

"My surname is Hoffman, sir. Thank you for your warm concern." Pei Xiang looked at the approaching Rexxar, and introduced himself politely and distantly.

"Miss Hoffman, it is a pleasure to meet you. I am George Evans, an Englishman living in France."

"Mr. Evans, hello, are you the person in charge of this store?"

"No, this is my friend's property. I was originally an investor who did not participate in the operation and management, but recently my friend traveled abroad, and I had to temporarily take care of the daily operation of the store for him. Miss Hoffman, I am honored to Can you hear how happy and romantic the upcoming Christmas wedding is?"

Pei Xiang feigned hesitation and looked at the man who took the initiative to strike up a conversation:

"Mr. Evans doesn't look, well, like a man interested in such things?"

Rexxar raised his eyebrows slightly, and replied with a smile:

"Excuse me, Miss Hoffman. I just happened to overhear a few lines of conversation between you and Frank when I came downstairs. Well, in view of the fact that there have been disappointing brides-to-be in the store, we don't want to do it again. I have experienced such an embarrassing scene. Therefore, for customers who come to purchase wedding supplies for the couple, they should ask a few more questions to minimize the possibility of future unpleasantness."

Pei Xiang smiled meaningfully and said:

"So that's the case. Let me just say, according to my first impression of Mr. Evans, you are probably the kind of chic gentleman who never cares about the trivial matters of marriage and love, and only enjoys the free life of being single. How could you suddenly care about it?" Is there a problem with the stranger's wedding? This really doesn't match your demeanor."

Rexxar pretended not to hear the sarcasm in his lover's words, he politely made a gesture of invitation, signaling the two to move to the comfortable and quiet rest area to talk.

Pei Xiang looked at the suppressed emotional surge in her boyfriend's dark gray eyes, and decided not to bother with this man for the time being, with almost no news for half a year. She nodded slightly, and she and Rexxar passed by.

——Hey...the faint smell of medicine on this person... Heh, it looks like he was injured again.It's all like this, are you still planning to go out to run errands before you meet me?

Glancing at Rexxar's dark gray cashmere coat and slightly lighter lip color, Pei Xiang hummed inwardly.

And Frank, the clerk at the side, also came back to his senses at this time.He looked at Rexxar in surprise, and thought to himself that this gentleman had never intervened in the store's business before, but today he not only asked actively, but also planned to chat with the customer in detail?

This... Does Mr. Evans understand the pattern of lace and the texture of ribbon?What can he recommend?

Frank hesitated to speak.

Rexxar took the thick sample clip from Frank's hand, and immediately followed Pei Xiang's footsteps.

"Miss Hoffman," the man who reunited after a long time sat down on the side of Pei Xiang, his eyes were deep and deep, but his tone had to be reserved and polite, "It is my honor to serve you."

"Then, let us discuss the necessary embellishments for a wedding, Mr. Evans."

"Whose wedding is it?"

"Of course the Hoffmans."

"Is the bride-to-be your sister?"

"Why not me?"

"So, is it you?"

"What does Mr. Evans think?"

The four eyes met, and after a while, a warm smile and sincere expectation appeared in the dark gray eyes.

"I think that if Miss Hoffman wishes to swear an oath this Christmas, a gentleman will be very excited and ecstatic. Even though he didn't expect to marry his sweetheart so early, as long as he has If there is a chance, he will definitely not miss such a precious opportunity."

"That gentleman has not been heard from for a long time, so you are sure that the candidate for the groom must be him?"

"Yes, without a doubt."

"What a thick skin."

"Because he met and had the most beautiful girl in the world, and he was lonely and pitiful, how could she have the heart to abandon him?"

Pei Xiang smiled, "Poor man? How did it happen?"

Rexxar pushed the blame without hesitation: "It's those ubiquitous prying eyes and political hooligans who have no reputation at all, which made that gentleman exhausted and cautious, not daring to reveal a little softness in his heart, let alone give it to his sweetheart. Send a few words."

Pei Xiang snorted and stopped talking.

She looked down at the folders of fabric samples on the table, quietly browsing and selecting styles that fit Melanie's aesthetics, while Rexxar looked gently at her sweetheart who was doing things seriously, without making a sound to interfere.

This is what the clerk Frank saw as he approached with a tea tray.He suddenly realized why Mr. Evans is so active and enthusiastic in doing business today. It turned out that... all the previous customers were not beautiful and charming enough?

"But," Frank thought of his vague guesses, "Although Mr. Evans finally has the idea of ​​falling in love, judging from the current situation of this lady, it seems a bit inappropriate."

"Thank you, Mr. Frank." Pei Xiang took the hot tea and thanked the clerk.

Frank smiled back and whispered to Rexxar:

"Mr. Evans, take your time a little bit, I need to ask you something."

While talking, the clerk blinked frequently, implying that he wanted to talk to Rexxar alone.

Rexxar just wants to stay with his lover at this moment.But helplessly, the clerk's eyelids were almost blinking and cramping, and his expression was too complicated, which seemed to be rich in content, which forced Lexa to get up and leave Pei Xiang's side temporarily.

A dozen steps away, separated by a dark blue curtain, Frank quickly expressed his worries:

"Mr. Evans, I know that Miss Hoffman is charming enough, but I have to say some not-so-beautiful facts. Oh, of course, it is true that it is not proven by the parties involved. However, after my insinuation And the sensitivity of love that belongs to French men in the soul, I can only tell you with regret that [-]% of Miss Hoffman's claim of choosing wedding supplies for relatives and friends may be an excuse. Sir, she has Probably preparing for her own wedding."

Resac looked puzzled.

Frank smiled sympathetically, and continued in a low voice:

"More than that, I think this lady and the groom-to-be have a very deep bond, and there may be a closer bond, so she is even willing to rush her own wedding."

Rexxar frowned.He knew that Frank had dealt with all kinds of customers all the year round, and he had already developed a high level of gossip association ability. This might be very beneficial for him to sell products to customers, but he should not use this ability to create and spread rumors. Such nonsense.

He couldn't help frowning, and warned Frank very seriously not to create gossip for others.

"This is a very irresponsible and even very bad behavior. You may think that a random association of yours is absurd, but once the rumor spreads, there will always be people who believe it and maliciously speculate.

"In this way, people in the center of the whirlpool of public opinion will definitely suffer several times or even dozens of times of harm. You will end up hurting yourself."

Seeing Rexxar suddenly showing a serious expression, Frank waved his hands again and again, he was a little uneasy, and reluctantly defended himself:

"No, I'm sorry, that, Mr. Evans, you have misunderstood. I don't like to talk about what I have observed and guessed. Normally, I digest these conjectures alone. Today, Well, special circumstances, because, well, because I'm afraid you're looking forward to nothing. Mr. Evans, you're a kind and generous gentleman, and you've helped me several times, so, that's why I tell you my Guess."

Rexxar sighed:

"Frank, thank you for your concern. We have known each other for more than a year, and I always knew you were a warm and thoughtful friend, but you definitely made a mistake of taking it for granted this time. I can guarantee it, Miss Hoffman She is helping others to prepare the items for the wedding, and she has no intention of holding the wedding in a hurry."

This remark made the clerk Frank show a sympathetic look again. He felt that this was a manifestation of Rexxar's unwillingness to face reality.

At this time, the dark blue curtain was lifted, and Pei Xiang stood under a row of golden tassels, looking at Rexxar with a smile, but what he said was to the clerk Frank:

"Mr. Frank, you are right in saying that the groom-to-be and I have a very strong relationship, but the bride-to-be is someone else. As Mr. Evans said, I will not rush into marriage this Christmas , but after hearing this gentleman’s honest speech just now, I suddenly felt that he is a very suitable person for marriage. So, from now on, I plan to pursue Mr. George Evans.”

Frank couldn't help opening his mouth.

Pei Xiang smiled sweetly: "George, would you like to go for a walk in a nearby park with me?"

Rexxar thought of many things at this moment.Reason told him that the situation was so stalemate at this moment, he was deeply involved in a dangerous vortex, and he shouldn't keep Pei Xiang by his side, exposing her to the eyes of those who cared.But all the private emotions outside of reason were clamoring, longing to be near her, to kiss her, to hear her, to be with her.

"Lucy..."

"George, let's go."

Pei Xiang ignored Rexxar's hesitation, stepped forward to hold his arm, and then made a clever effort to "hold" him away forcibly.

After that day, Pei Xiang began to appear by Rexxar's side openly and aboveboard, and even moved into his residence.

When making this decision, George Rexxar hesitated for five seconds.Then, under the two fairly sufficient and honest reasons of "the need for timely medical treatment" and "it is safer for the two of you to live together", he nodded deeply and solemnly in acquiescence.

At first, the two rested in separate rooms.But one day later, maybe the atmosphere of the candlelight dinner was too good, maybe the French wine was not serious, or the people around were too beautiful and delicious, in short, after that night, the two bedrooms became one .

"George, I have to be in Atlanta before Christmas to attend Edward and Melanie's wedding."

"Depart two days later, I'll go with you." The man's voice was hoarse and low, he put his arms around his lover who was leaning in his arms, closed his eyes, and was a little lazy.

Pei Xiang rubbed his cheek against the man's firm and warm chest, and felt that the touch was quite good, so he couldn't help but secretly smiled.She didn't ask Rexxar how to arrange affairs on the French side, because she believed that the man who embraced her was capable enough to handle work and private life.

"George..." Pei Xiang raised his head and kissed Rexxar's chin, and asked coquettishly, "You haven't settled your consultation fee yet? When will you pay?"

These words are very powerful, even though the lover's tone is delicate and soft, but the man who is in the arms of the warm fragrance and jade can't help but stiffen a bit.After a while, he smiled and rubbed Pei Xiang's hair helplessly, then wrapped him in a quilt and carried him to the study next door.

"Lucy, you know the combination to the safe, open it."

Pei Xiang rolled his eyes and asked expectantly:

"Give it all to me? Judging from the frequency of your injuries, you can apply for a membership card with me, save more money, and I'll give you a discount."

Rexxar looked at the lover who was wrapped in the quilt and poked his head, and said in a gentle voice:

"You can take everything you want, but from now on, you will be responsible for raising me, dear."

"Take care of you?" Pei Xiang silently calculated an account, and felt that it was not a good deal, so he mercilessly emptied half of the safe.

"George, the speed at which you're making money can hardly keep up with the speed at which you can pay your medical bills. You have to work hard."

"It's only temporary. When the civil war is over, I'll be able to have more money."

Pei Xiang glanced sideways at the face-conscious man, and said in his heart that when you have more money, I should raise the price too, as prices are always inflated these days.

This year's Christmas, Rexa accompanied Pei Xiang back to the United States to attend Edward and Melanie's wedding.

The day before the wedding, Edward and Rexxar had an in-depth conversation, the main content of which was to ask Rexxar if he wanted to settle down.

Rexxar knew that Edward regarded him as G, and thought that G had always been by her side when Pei Xiang was traveling abroad in the past few years.It is also for this reason that Edward will stay in Atlanta with peace of mind, taking care of and accompanying Melanie wholeheartedly.

Sure enough, I heard Edward say:

"Although this place is blocked, Captain Butler and I can still receive news from the outside world. I know that you have accompanied Lucy to many places in the past few years, and you have saved many people in the name of G. Now outside There's always a Pyro story going on."

Rexxar made no sound.He promised Pei Xiang not to expose the truth in front of Edward, so that Edward would not always be frightened in the future, or would whisper in Pei Xiang's ear from time to time, so that she would be less wandering and more stable.

Edward took a sip of his wine and continued:

"About your relationship with Lucy...Although I acquiesced, I still hope that you can swear before God earlier. Although Lucy always said that she didn't want to settle down too early, but I know she doesn't dislike it. Marriage.

"You know, when Lucy was a teenager, her Christmas wish every year was to become a gentle, virtuous and beautiful little wife in the future, to become a wonderful little woman. Later... something happened in our family— —I think you are also very clear, after that, some of Lucy's ideas changed.

"But I always think that the most fundamental thing in a person's bones is not so easy to disappear. So, don't always think that my sister is dispensable to marriage, so don't be in a hurry. You gave her the most sacred The promise is the best way to treat her."

These words stunned Rexxar for a moment.

After being quiet for a while, the man took a sip of the brandy slowly, thinking in his mind that the marriage would definitely come to an end, and sooner or later the prepared ring would always be given away.However, how did the teenage girl in Edward's mouth become the current Lucy Hoffman?

Rexxar took another sip of his wine, oh, of course he wasn't trying to suppress his shock.

He just suddenly thought of the wallet that he had deflated inadvertently, and Pei Xiang laughing wildly after bullying him, and couldn't help but whisper in his heart, how could this have anything to do with being gentle and virtuous?

——However, the person gave it, and the money was given too. Wouldn't it be too much of a disadvantage if you didn't hold her to the end of her life?

Extra

Fragment one

After the civil war between the North and the South, Rhett Butler quickly broke his declaration of not getting married, and even entered the marriage hall earlier than his little friend Pei Xiang.

At that time, the South was defeated and the situation was bleak.Fortunately, there was no shortage of O'Haras at Tara in Clayton County.

Mrs. O'Hara was saved by Pei Xiang's medicine. Although she was in poor health and had to stay in bed to recuperate, as long as she was alive, she would always be the backbone of the family.Naturally, Mr. O'Hara did not become confused and crazy because of his wife's death, and he was still the head of the family on the surface.

Therefore, when Tara Manor faced hunger and later high taxes, Scarlett, who had gradually grown up in the shadow of the war, was definitely not as isolated and helpless as in the original book.Even, these difficulties in life are not the most worrying thing for her at present. After all, in the mind of an unmarried girl, getting married is the most important thing.

Naturally, Scarlett's fascination with Ashley cannot be concealed from Mrs. O'Hara for a long time.This mother also had an infatuated love when she was young. She knew what it was like to be in love, and also knew how big a gap existed between real life and vain fantasy.However, her own heart is dead, but she absolutely does not want to see the young and lively eldest daughter lose the chance of happiness prematurely.

So Mrs. O'Hara didn't have much to worry about--nor did she have to worry about the servants and tenants at Tara.She put most of her thoughts and energy on Scarlett, who is stubborn and stubborn. At the same time, she also had a sincere and deep talk with Ashley who had returned from the defeat.

Mrs. O'Hara asked Ashley to clearly explain to Scarlett his hesitation and hesitation, explain his love and belonging, and stop being vague and hesitating.

Ashley felt a deep sense of shame under Mrs. O'Hara's kind and gentle eyes, and he covered his face and agreed to the sick mother's request.

Sure enough, after Ashley and Scarlett had an open and honest talk, although Scarlett cried out of anger and still felt that she would not fall in love with a man other than Ashley, she unconsciously , slowly withdrawing the sight of chasing Ashley, and slowly regaining happiness.

Then, Rhett Butler began to appear frequently in her life.For some reason, Captain Butler and Mr. O'Hara, who has always hated speculators, became old friends. The two drank together, gambled on cards and horse races, and they seemed to share the same goals.

Later, when the Yankees wanted to buy Tara Manor by raising taxes, it was Rhett who pretended to lose a large sum of money to Mr. O'Hara, helping the O'Hara family through the difficulties of the first few years of southern reconstruction.

It was done with dignity.Except for the childish Mr. O'Hara who was always proud of his luck, everyone else understood that Captain Butler was generously helping the O'Hara family and helping them keep the Tara home.As a result, Rhett Butler also won the attention and gratitude of Mrs. O'Hara.

Of course, Captain Butler was able to marry his green-eyed wife in the end, thanks to his sister-in-law Suellen.

The second young lady got engaged earlier than the eldest sister.When she showed her ring to Scarlett with her chin up, Scarlett, who always felt that she had to be better than Suellen in everything, was overwhelmed, and quickly agreed to Captain Butler's marriage proposal, and asked for a certain amount of money. Be Mrs. Butler before Suellen becomes Mrs. Kennedy.

So far, Scarlett and Butler have started a married life that requires many adjustments.

Fragment two

After the war, in order to avoid exposing the identity of the intelligence personnel and avoiding revenge and murder hidden in the dark, George Rexar did not choose to return to Washington immediately, but remained on the European continent.

He returned to Liverpool again. Here, in the "House of Thorns" where he and Pei Xiang met for the first time, he made a successful proposal and finally put the marriage on the agenda.

The wedding of the two was held in the UK, and the Edwards returned to Liverpool from Atlanta on the eve of the wedding, and they planned to live in the UK for a long time.

The wedding of Pei Xiang and Rexxar was very lively.

But not long after the wedding, Pei Xiang was ready to travel far away to do business.Naturally, Lexa couldn't let his newlyweds go out on their own, so he boarded the boat right after him, and announced to the public that this was the honeymoon trip of the Lexa couple.

Then, the honeymoon went on and off for ten years.The travel route is no longer limited to Europe. The big boat at the helm of the husband and wife braved the wind and waves and went to more and farther places.

During the ten years, Rexxar, who couldn't afford the consultation fee, easily resigned from his job in Washington and completely left his laboratory in the Albert Dock to concentrate on research projects he was interested in.At the same time, Pei Xiang also invested in related research with him. The two continued to renovate their own ships, update navigation technology, and turn the research results into profits.

In this way, half a lifetime passed by in a flash.

The Rexxars settled in Liverpool in their later years, next to Edward's family.In the same year, the family business was completely handed over to the younger generation, and the four old people were all free.

Later, Melanie, who was in fair health, died first, followed by Edward.A few years later, Rexxar, who had suffered many hidden injuries in his early years, also fell ill.

Then, on a bright spring morning, the children in the family were horrified to find that there was no movement in Pei Xiang and Lexa's bedroom.After they knocked on the door and entered the house, they saw the husband and wife lying side by side.

On the big soft bed, the tall and thin old man firmly held his wife's hand, and the two slept together forever.

Fragment Three

Several years later, a batch of files were unsealed.

People were shocked to discover that George Rexar, who was well-known in the shipbuilding industry, turned out to be an American intelligence officer.He stirred up troubles in Europe during the American Civil War, and flourished in academia when peace came.

Of course, his wife, Lucy Rexha, is no less.Although she did not reveal much of her fame in that era, her contribution cannot be underestimated in later generations, in the autograph records of George Rexa and some equally famous people.

Even, it can be said to be more legendary.

After all, in the letters and diaries left by George Rexar, apart from the daily life shows full of love, the most recorded is how he gradually discovered the truth that his wife is Flameman G.

Oh, and of course Mrs. Lucy Rexar's mysterious medical skills and high consultation fees...

——It is said that Mr. George Rexar worked hard to keep fit in the second half of his life, but he has never succeeded in accumulating a decent little coffers.

The Tenth World: Xiangshuai and Wulin Waishi