Preparing Gifts

Su Chen, Yan Bingxue, and Su Haoqian had no ideas for the moment and did not know what gifts would be suitable.

Yan Bingxue suddenly remembered that during New Year's Day at their hometown, Mom had seemed very skilled at paper-cutting. The flowers she cut looked lifelike. Mom probably liked traditional crafts. Why not give her an embroidered piece? She should like it, right?

Yan Bingxue asked seriously, "Dad, does Mom like traditional crafts?"

Su Haoqian recalled, "Your mom likes them quite a bit. I often see her reading books about traditional crafts!"

Yan Bingxue said with a smile, "Then I know what to give Mom. I think she'll really like an embroidered piece!"

Su Haoqian smiled and nodded. "That's a good idea. Your mom will definitely like it!"

However, embroidery came in four major varieties: Xiang Embroidery, Suzhou Embroidery, Shu Embroidery, and Yue Embroidery. Which kind would be best? Yan Bingxue pondered.

After thinking for a long time, Yan Bingxue suddenly had an epiphany. Naturally, she should give Suzhou Embroidery. Suzhou Embroidery, Suzhou Embroidery—it was a play on words!

Su Chen thought for a moment and said, "They say embroidery is divided into Suzhou, Xiang, Shu, and Yue. Bing Xue, which kind are you giving her?"

"Honey, I've decided. I'll give her Suzhou Embroidery!" Yan Bingxue said with a radiant smile.

"Su Embroidery, Su Embroidery!" Su Chen repeated. He immediately understood the significance behind Yan Bingxue's choice. "Bing Xue, this is a great gift choice! A perfect play on words!"

Su Chen and Yan Bingxue exchanged smiles.

Su Haoqian did not get why Su Chen and Yan Bingxue found it funny, so he asked in confusion, "Son, what are you and Bing Xue laughing about?"

"Dad, that reaction won't do. Su embroidery—Su, Xiu. Think about it. Doesn't that sound