When everyone from Ning Mansion arrived at Yang Mansion, the carriages at the entrance of Yang Mansion were already lined up for some distance.
Mrs. Zhao poked her head out to take a look, and complained: "I told you to go out early, one by one, in a leisurely manner. Look, are you late?"
Mrs. Xiao Zhao wanted to make friends with Yang Yanqing's wife, Mrs. Luo, so she came here early and wanted to get close to Mrs. Luo while there were not many guests.
Nanny Qin smiled reassuringly and said, "Madam, calm down, we are not too late.
Today is Mrs. Qin's sixtieth birthday, and there are already many people coming to congratulate her. In just a short time, there are already a lot of people lined up behind us."
Mrs. Zhao poked her head out again and looked behind her. She saw that there were many cars lined up behind her carriage, and the resentment in her heart immediately dissipated a lot.
Seeing that Mrs. Zhao's expression had softened, Grandma Qin looked for something to say to divert Mrs. Zhao's attention.
"The Yang family has many contacts and many guests. Madam can have more contact with ladies and ladies from the aristocratic family today and find a suitable marriage for the uncle."
When talking about her son's marriage, Mrs. Zhao's face became cheerful.
"Well, you are right, Brother Yang is not young anymore and it is time to start a family."
In addition to Ningyang, there is also Ning He. Next month, Sister He will be growing up and will be getting married.
Thinking that Sister He's heart was with Shi Jingyang, Mrs. Zhao became irritable again.
The last time she went back to Chengguo Palace for a banquet, she wanted to take the opportunity to get close to Mrs. Weiyuan Hou.
Unfortunately, before she could talk to Mrs. Hou, Sister He had an accident and fell into the lake, and she had to leave with Sister He.
She put some thought into the matter of He'er falling into the lake and let the rumors disperse for a few days. She thought that Prince Chen's Mansion would take action.
Unexpectedly, Prince Chen's Mansion remained indifferent, as if what happened before had never happened.
It was a matter of concern to the palace, so she didn't dare to take any drastic action and could only let the situation become what it was now.
Thinking of this, Mrs. Zhao couldn't help but frown slightly.
After many days, she still couldn't figure out what King Chen meant?
If King Chen had no intention of He'er, why did he jump down to save He'er that day?
If Prince Chen is interested in He'er, why hasn't there been any movement in Prince Chen's mansion after so many days?
Mrs. Zhao raised her head to look at Nanny Qin and asked, "Do you think King Chen will come to the banquet today?"
She clearly mentioned the uncle's marriage, why did the lady mention King Chen? When did the uncle have friendship with King Chen?
Nanny Qin looked at Mrs. Zhao with a confused look.
Mrs. Zhao frowned even more tightly and asked, "What are you thinking about? What do you want to ask me?"
Nanny Qin came back to her senses and said, "This... I don't know, old slave."
Mrs. Xiao Zhao rolled her eyes at Nanny Qin, then reached out to pick up the tea cup and took a sip of tea, "That's right, how could a slave like you guess the prince's whereabouts?"
Faced with Madam Xiao Zhao's contempt, Nanny Qin was not angry at all. She said with an apologetic smile: "Madam is right..."
Mrs. Zhao glanced at the flattering Nanny Qin, leaned forward, approached Nanny Qin and asked, "Tell me, what does Mr. Chen mean?"
"Huh?" Nanny Qin looked at Mrs. Zhao with confusion on her face. She really didn't understand what Mrs. Zhao meant.
Seeing the confusion on Nanny Qin's face, Mrs. Zhao explained, "Let me ask you, what does King Chen mean to He'er?"
Nanny Qin reacted, "Oh, is that what you're asking, madam?"
Mrs. Zhao glanced at Nanny Qin and said angrily: "What else?"
Aunt Qin peeked at Mrs. Zhao.
Mrs. Xiao Zhao said: "If I ask you to say it, just say it. What do you think I did?"
Aunt Qin said: "I think King Chen is attracted to the second lady. Otherwise, on that day at Chengguo Palace, King Chen would not have hesitated to jump into the lake to rescue the second lady."
Aunt Qin observed Mrs. Zhao's face as she spoke.
Mrs. Xiao Zhao glanced at her sideways and said, "Don't look at me, and continue talking about you. If Prince Chen is interested in He'er, why has there been no movement in Prince Chen's house these days?"
Seeing Madam Xiao Zhao's cold eyes, Nanny Qin didn't dare to look around anymore.
He lowered his head and said, "That day, there were many guests at the Chengguo Palace. In addition to King Chen, the prince, King Yan, and King Jin also went.
I am afraid that the noble concubine has already known about King Chen's rescue of the second lady.
That... that, even though our master is a member of the imperial family, the Ning Mansion is also a family of officials.
It's just...it's just that in the capital city where meritorious deeds are gathered, our family's family status is finally...a little lower.
As a prince, Prince Chen is also the concubine’s favorite. The concubine may not be very satisfied with this marriage..."
As she spoke, Nanny Qin looked at Mrs. Zhao and spoke out her heart with fear.
After hearing this, Mrs. Zhao fell into silence.
She has thought about these things,
Mrs. Zhao sighed in defeat and said quietly: "That's what I'm worried about.
If the imperial concubine is not satisfied with this marriage, we will not engage in this marriage.
I'm afraid that Prince Chen will have thoughts about He'er..."
Nanny Qin looked up at Mrs. Zhao and asked, "Madam, you are worried..."
Mrs. Xiao Zhao held the teacup in her hand and said: "I'm afraid that King Chen will be attracted to He'er and won't let go of He'er. Then He'er's future will be over."
After being reminded by Mrs. Xiao Zhao, Nanny Qin understood the hurdles involved.
If King Chen falls in love with the second young lady, and the imperial concubine dislikes the Ning Mansion, the possibility of the second young lady becoming Princess Chen will be gone.
As a result, the second lady can only be King Chen's concubine or concubine.
Grandma Qin couldn't help but shudder when she thought about it.
The second young lady is the madam's beloved daughter. As a mother, who would want to let their daughter be a concubine?
What's more, someone like Madam is so independent-minded and has a temper that can't stand anger.
Asking the second lady to be someone's concubine, wouldn't that be stabbing her in the heart with a knife?
Mrs. Xiao Zhao picked up the tea cup, drank all the tea in the cup, and said: "Today, no matter what, we have to talk to Weiyuan Hou's house.
We are trying to renew the marriage contract between the two houses. As long as we hurry up and finalize the marriage between He'er and Shi Shizi before Prince Chen's house takes action.
As long as the marriage between Shizi and He'er is settled, even if Prince Chen has thoughts about He'er, he will not dare to directly conflict with the Weiyuan Marquis Mansion."
Nanny Qin nodded in agreement, "That's right! Standing behind the Weiyuan Hou Mansion are the Crown Prince and the Queen. If Prince Chen fights with Prince Shi, he is fighting with the Crown Prince and the Queen.
The imperial concubine will probably not agree with King Chen doing this."
Mrs. Xiao Zhao nodded. Her heart pleased Shi Jingyang, so she would make He'er's wishes come true.
When the car stopped, the driver said: "Madam, we're here!"
"This is the female family member of Ning Yuanwailang's house on Qili Street." The steward of Yang's house reported.
Mrs. Xiao Zhao got off the car, and the steward of the Yang Mansion, Grandma, introduced the woman in rose purple brocade: "Madam, this is Mrs. Xiao Zhao from Ning Yuanwai Lang's house on Qili Street."
Miss Yang San smiled and added: "Aniang, this is Miss Ning Er's mother, Mrs. Zhao."
Mrs. Xiao Zhao knew in her heart that the person in front of her was Luo Shi, the wife of Yang Yanheng who was not in charge, so she smiled and stepped forward to greet her and said, "Hello, Mrs. Luo."
Mrs. Luo began to look at Mrs. Zhao secretly when she got out of the car.
Yesterday, I heard from Xin Ye that Miss Ning Er was extremely wealthy and spent her money like water. Although she listened, she didn't take it seriously.
How much money can I spend on buying some gadgets at Mrs. Luo's house?
When I saw Mrs. Zhao's dress today, I was extremely shocked. The Ning Mansion is richer than Xin Ye said.
The fully embroidered jacquard gauze on Mrs. Zhao's body made her feel like white money was dazzling in front of her eyes.
She had a round fan made of jacquard embroidered silk yarn of the same color. She was reluctant to use it at ordinary times. She would only use it to make a show on important days.
Over the years, she has lived in Jiangnan for a long time and has some knowledge of embroidery.
I heard an old embroiderer say that jacquard embroidery on silk yarn is extremely difficult, as one embroidery thread has to be split into sixteen strands...
An embroiderer can embroider just one flower if she does nothing for a month and embroiders from morning till night.
How much labor did Zhao spend to embroider the silk yarn?
What’s even more irritating is that the uppers on her feet are also made of the same color and jacquard embroidery.
This person's life was extremely extravagant, and Mrs. Luo knew that behind the extravagance, there must be piles of gold and silver as support.
Zhao family is extremely rich!
"Hello, Mrs. Zhao! There are many guests in the house today, and the reception is not good enough. Please pay attention to Mrs. Zhao." Mrs. Luo greeted little Mrs. Zhao with a pleasant face.
Miss Yang San took Ning He's hand and said, "Auntie, this is Miss Ning Er."
Mrs. Luo nodded with a smile, "Miss Ning Er is born tall and graceful. She really follows Mrs. Zhao and is naturally beautiful."
Mrs. Xiao Zhao sensed the meaning of friendship from Mrs. Luo's words, and she felt happy and politely replied: "Thank you, Madam. The third lady is so smart and charming."
Mrs. Luo smiled and said: "Don't praise her anymore. If you continue to praise her, this girl should be proud. Xinye, please lead Mrs. Zhao, Miss Ning Er and Miss Ning San in."
After saying that, Mrs. Luo smiled and said to Mrs. Zhao: "It's sunny today. Madam and Xinye went to the banquet hall to rest. There was ice in the banquet hall to keep the room cool. I'll come back to talk to Madam later."
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Mrs. Zhao thanked her, said a few polite words, and followed Miss Yang San inside.
After Mrs. Luo's warm reception, Mrs. Zhao was in a good mood, with a smile on her face and took the initiative to say hello to everyone she saw.
After arriving at the banquet hall, Mrs. Zhao wanted to say hello to Mrs. Qin. She looked around the banquet hall, but did not see Mrs. Qin. "Third Miss, where is Mrs. Qin?"
Yang Xinye said: "The eldest uncle is talking to some old ladies in her yard right now. She has to wait until the banquet starts before coming over to the banquet hall."
Mrs. Luo thought that Mrs. Qin was surrounded by well-respected old ladies in Beijing, and wanted to show her face in front of these people, so she asked: "Miss Third, can you lead the way? I want to say hello to the old lady."
"Third Miss, the eldest lady has something to do with you. Please ask your servant to invite Third Miss." Before Yang Xin Ye could say anything, a maid in green came over and reported.
"Okay, I understand." Yang Xin responded, turned to look at Mrs. Zhao, and said apologetically: "Madam, I'm sorry, I have to leave first because I have something to do."
Seeing that she was busy, Mrs. Xiao Zhao could only smile and said: "No hurry, Miss Yang San will go and do the work first."
After Yang Xinye left, Mrs. Zhao, Ning He and Ning Lei found a table next to the ice basin and sat down. She looked around and said, "I wonder when your grandmother and the others will arrive?"
Master Wanda sent someone to send her a message so that she could go to the banquet with peace of mind. He would take care of the rest.
Ning He looked up and looked around and said: "It's still early now, I'm afraid it will take a while."
"Oh, Mrs. Zhao, are you here early?" Mrs. Cui, from the residence of Minister Liu of the Ministry of Industry, stepped into the banquet hall and saw Mrs. Zhao, mother and daughter, walking towards this side.
"Keep an eye on it. If your grandmother and the others come, come and tell me." Mrs. Xiao Zhao warned Ning He before standing up with a smile to greet Mrs. Cui.
The name of Mrs. Cui in Shilang Liu's house is Cui Jianing.
Cui Jianing and Cui Jiayin, the wife of Yang Haoliang of Yang Mansion, are cousins of the same clan.
In these years, Cui Jiayin followed Yang Haoliang in office and did not stay in the capital for much time.
Cui Jianing did not distance herself from the Yang Mansion because of Cui Jiayin's absence. During festivals and festivals, Cui Jianing would pass by the two mansions for any major or minor matters.
Today, she went out early because she wanted to come over early to help Yang Mansion greet the guests.
However, my family lived in the east of the city, which was a bit far away from Yang Mansion, so I wasted a lot of time on the road.
Liu Yunshu received a fine bracelet from Ning He during a banquet at the Chengguo Duke's mansion, and she remembered Ning He's kindness in her heart.
He was also very enthusiastic when he saw Ning He. "Sister He, are you here? Where is Xin Ye? Why haven't you seen her?"
"Mrs. Xing has something to do with Xin Ye, and Xin Ye has gone to work."
Ning He first greeted Mrs. Cui and then replied to Liu Yunshu's words.
Because he traveled a lot between the two houses, Liu Yunshu was very familiar with Yang's house and said, "Mrs.
For banquets held at the aristocratic family in Beijing, in addition to the banquet hall for people to rest, a courtyard is also specially arranged for the ladies to play.
There are a variety of games in the small courtyard, and there are also dedicated maids and women waiting on the side.
Let the children play happily so that the adults can sit down and talk quietly.
Ning He looked at Mrs. Xiao Zhao and waited for Mrs. Xiao Zhao's instructions.
Mrs. Zhao nodded, "Go and take Sister Lei with you."
With her mother's permission, Ning He said goodbye and took Ning Lei to the flower hall with Liu Yunshu.
Mrs. Cui smiled and praised: "Miss Ning Er is so well-behaved, Madam taught her well!"
Mrs. Zhao said politely: "Thank you, Madam. However, Sister He has been sensible since she was a child, which makes me worry a lot."
"So Madam knows how to teach! I don't know who will benefit from such a sensible girl in the future!" Madam Cui talked and laughed.
On the other side, Yang Xinye saw the maid leading her to the Quan Garden of old man Qin, and asked, "Didn't my sister-in-law call me? How to get to the Quan Garden?"
There is a hot spring in the courtyard where Mrs. Qin lives, so the courtyard is named Quanyuan.
The maid bent her knees and said, "The eldest lady is with the old lady at the moment."
Yang Xinye said angrily: "Then why didn't you tell me earlier?"
The maid felt aggrieved. She didn't know why Yang Xinye was angry, so she bent her knees and replied, "I was wrong. I didn't tell the third lady in advance where the eldest lady was."
The maid's attitude of admitting her mistake made Yang Xinye angry and unable to let go. She said impatiently: "Okay, okay, let's go."
If she had known that her sister-in-law was at Quanyuan, she would have taken Mrs. Zhao to pay her respects to her.
When the maid saw that Yang Xinye would not pursue the case anymore, she bent her knees and thanked him.
