This was the nine grand and majestic dragons carving that was unique to the ancient royal buildings. It could be said that this was of the highest standard. There was also a similar carving of the nine grand and majestic dragons in the historical king's palace.
It was okay for a person to carve this in their homes in modern times. However, back in ancient times, only the king was allowed to use this kind of high-standard carving. 1
If the royal family discovered that someone was using a similar kind of carving as the royal family, this would be considered treason, and the king could punish the offender’s entire family.
Moreover, there were four courtyards in this manor. The first courtyard at the entrance of the manor, had a miniature version of the Sudbury garden with rocks, a small pavilion, a small bridge, and running water built in the front yard.
There were only a few loyal servants of the Golding family working in the manor. So, Quinn did not have any scruples, and she simply took off her mask before she grabbed Charlie’s arm and said to him. "Brother Charlie, do you still remember this courtyard? We used to play hide and seek here when we were younger.’’ 5
Charlie nodded and said, "I remember, but I feel that
everything does not truly look the same as I remember it." 6
Quinn smiled before she said, "It is because of the recent refurbishment. It is indeed a little different compared to how it was before." 4
After that, she pointed at the frozen pond before she said, "There have always been many good Koi fishes here. Some of them have been raised in the Golding family for more than thirty years now. You might have even seen some of them before! However, since it is cold now, we have already moved the Koi fishes over t o the spare room at the corner instead. We will release them back into the pond when it is spring. Do you want to go and check them out?"
Charlie asked in surprise, "Can Koi fishes live for that long?" 5
Quinn smiled as she said, "The lifespan of a Koi fish is about sixty to seventy years. If you raise them well and take good care of them, they will be able to live a few more years." 8
As she spoke, Quinn shook her fingers as she said seriously, "Look, there are several kinds of pets that could possibly live even longer lives than you if you take good care of them and raise them well. For example, Koi fish, tortoises, and parrots. The Macaw Parrot and the Yellow-Crested Cockatoo can also live u p to sixty or seventy years old." 5
As soon as her voice fell, Quinn pulled Charlie as she said, "Come! I will bring you to see them. You can see i
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