If Ye Qinglan wants to stimulate Xue, she has many ways to do it. However, she has the upper hand now, and there is no point in worrying about the verbal dispute, so she simply lets Xue do it. It also allows those who are interested to see how Xue, her aunt, is.
He treated her, a concubine, harshly.
Ms. Xue has always cared about her reputation, but now she is so angry that she even refuses to do any good work on the appearance. When she is angry, she wonders if she will regret this excessive behavior...
According to Xue's wishes, she wished she could keep Ye Qinglan confined in Hefeng Courtyard forever. She would not let Ye Qinglan out until she got rid of the bad temper in her heart. Unfortunately, this idea was quickly shattered.
The invitation from Duke Dingguo's mansion has been sent to the mansion. The person who came to deliver the invitation was Mrs. Zheng's mother. Huang's mother obeyed Mrs. Zheng's order and said with a smile: "...The seventh young master is very happy, and I also ask my wife to be sure."
Let’s go have a wedding drink. Also, our wife hasn’t seen Miss Ten from your house for a long time. When I invite my wife to have a wedding drink, I’ll take Miss Ten with me.”
Mrs. Zheng raised her eyebrows in surprise, and then responded with a calm smile. As soon as Mrs. Huang left, Mrs. Zheng sent Dongyan to Hefeng Courtyard and asked Mrs. Xue to come and talk.
Mrs. Xue has been in a very bad mood these days, and even her smile is a bit stiff and unnatural: "I wonder why my sister-in-law came to me specifically?"
Mrs. Zheng smiled faintly: "I do have something to discuss with you. The seventh young master of the second room of Duke Dingguo's Mansion will have a big celebration the day after tomorrow and has just sent an invitation. On that day, you will also come with me to the wedding banquet at Duke Dingguo's Mansion, and
, remember to bring Sister Lan with you."
Mrs.
superior?
Mrs. Zheng seemed to see the doubts in her heart and said with a smile: "Sister Lan and Xiyu have always been good friends. Even my eldest sister also likes her very much. I happened to take her with me to the wedding banquet this time.
Go join in the fun."
Naturally, Mrs. Xue was reluctant in every possible way. But Mrs. Zheng had already opened her mouth. If she refused again, she would offend Mr. Zheng, so she had to reluctantly agree.
After returning to Hefengyuan, the more Xue thought about it, the more she felt that something was wrong. Suddenly, she had a bad premonition. She always felt that something unpleasant would happen to her during this trip to Dingguo Palace...
But it was hard to go back on what was promised. Mrs. Xue had no choice but to cheer up and ordered her maids to inform Ye Qinglan and Ye Qingfu respectively. When she heard that she could go out to be a guest, Ye Qingfu was very happy and immediately ran to Ye Qinglan's house.
In the house, I was trying to borrow some jewelry to wear.
Based on Xue's preference for Ye Qingfu, Ye Qingfu actually had a lot more jewelry than Ye Qinglan. However, after returning to the capital, the situation was completely reversed. When Ye Qinglan was a guest at Dingguo Gongfu, Zheng
Madam bought a lot of jewelry for her. The sets of expensive head and face jewelry she received on her birthday were very impressive when put together, and each piece was of fine quality. Ye Qingfu had already been greedy for it, so she took advantage of this
I shamelessly took this opportunity.
Ye Qinglan smiled casually and asked: "I don't know which one the second sister likes? Just wear it. But, as I said before, I can't lend you the two pieces of jewelry given by the Queen. It's not that I don't want to part with it. I'm just afraid of being seen.
If you come out, you will make irresponsible remarks behind your back."
It would be very inappropriate for the jewelry given by Queen Gu to be worn on Ye Qingfu's head. What's more, she had already planned to wear the two pieces of jewelry to the Dingguo Palace that day. Others didn't understand it.
The meaning of "Dingguo Gongfu" will definitely be understood...
Ye Qingfu was told what she was thinking and smiled coquettishly. She had no choice but to do the next best thing and "borrowed" a finely crafted pearl hairpin and left. Of course, with Ye Qingfu's temperament, she "borrowed" something.
Whether he is willing to return it or not is not certain.
If it were in the past, Ye Qinglan would definitely not talk to Ye Qingfu. However, in the past few months, her relationship with Ye Qingfu has greatly eased, and she would not be reluctant to part with such a piece of jewelry.
On the day of September 28th, Ye Qinglan packed up early and went to greet Mr.
Wearing the earrings and hairpin that the Queen gave you is too ostentatious. You are afraid that others will not know that you have been in the palace, right..."
Ye Qinglan's left ear went in and the right ear went out, and she acted very calmly. Today's trip to the Duke Dingguo's Mansion was different from the past. Naturally, she had to dress more delicately. However, there was definitely still a long way to go before she could be so gorgeous.
When Ye Qingfu, who was really dressed in gorgeous clothes, came out, Xue's scolding suddenly stopped.
Ye Qingfu likes to wear bright dresses, and today is no exception. She is wearing a pink dress, which makes her lively and charming. Looking again, I can see Ye Qingfu's head, neck, ears, wrists and everything.
There are almost no places where you can wear jewelry. It can be called jewelery and is very eye-catching.
Ye Qingfu was obviously very proud of her outfit. She showed off in a circle and asked Xue with great interest: "Mom, do I look good dressed like this?"
Ms.
Afterwards, Ye Qingfu smiled happily.
Mrs. Xue led Ye Qingfu and Ye Qinglan to Luomeiyuan. Ms. Zheng was also dressed properly. She looked at the two girls casually and praised with a smile: "Sister Fu and Sister Lan are born well. With this dress,
It’s more beautiful and fresh.”
Ye Qingfu was overjoyed to be praised, but Ye Qinglan only smiled slightly. One was happy and the other was calm and restrained, which formed a strong contrast.
Zheng gave Ye Qinglan a meaningful look, but said nothing.
Ye Qinglan's heart moved quietly. Zheng had clearly guessed something...
Mrs. Jiang took Mrs. Li to the British Duke's Mansion to congratulate her, while Mrs. Zheng and Mrs. Xue got on the carriage and went to the Duke of Dingguo's Mansion. It was a rare opportunity to leave the mansion. Ye Qingfu seemed very happy, but Ye Qinglan kept sitting upright.
He didn't say a few words from beginning to end.
...Okay, to admit it honestly, she is actually a little nervous now.
I went to Duke Dingguo's mansion so many times before, always as Gu Xiyu's best friend. But this time, I felt a bit like an ugly daughter-in-law meeting her parents-in-law. If I say I didn't feel the least bit uneasy, that would be true.
lies.
Empress Gu summoned her to the palace for an audience. Outsiders were confused as to what was going on, but everyone in the Dingguo Palace must have known it. She didn’t know how everyone would react, let alone whether Gu Xinian persuaded everyone to agree.
This marriage... all kinds of speculations passed through her mind one by one. Ye Qinglan, who seemed calm, was actually very impetuous in her heart.
The carriage stopped at the door of Duke Dingguo's mansion.
Today is a happy day for Gu Yongnian to get married, and guests are coming and going in an endless stream. There are many carriages parked in front of the Dingguo Palace. Standing at the door to greet the guests is Gu Yongnian's father, Gu Bo. The housekeeper and the wife are also
Waiting aside, leading guests into the house at any time.
Mother Huang was also at the door. She spotted Zheng's group with sharp eyes, immediately greeted them with a smile, and diligently led them inside.
The closer she got to Shunyitang, the faster Ye Qinglan's heart beat, and her palms were greasy with cold sweat.
Ye Qinglan smiled self-deprecatingly, took a deep breath, and tried hard to calm her disordered heartbeat.
Mrs. Zheng heard the announcement from the concierge and had already rushed out to greet her. Standing beside her were brother and sister Gu Xinian and Gu Xiyu.
When Mr. Zheng and Mrs. Zheng were chatting, Ye Qinglan quickly raised his head and glanced at Gu Xinian, and Gu Xinian also looked over. He was so familiar with Ye Qinglan, and he could see at a glance Ye Qinglan's rare tenseness. Somehow
Yes, the corners of his lips raised.
Ye Qinglan felt guilty and embarrassed by his smile, so she simply looked away and smiled at Gu Xiyu. Gu Xiyu had already walked over affectionately, and took Ye Qinglan's hand with a smile: "Cousin Lan, let's go there
While talking."
Ye Qinglan smiled and hummed, and followed Gu Xiyu a few steps away. People were coming and going in Shunyi Hall, and it was impossible to find an absolutely quiet place. Gu Xiyu simply pulled Ye Qinglan and stood under the eaves of the corridor.
The two leaned their heads together and whispered.
"I heard from my eldest brother that your mother was going to betroth you to Lu Shangshu's fourth son. Is this true?" Gu Xiyu asked in a lowered voice.
Ye Qinglan nodded.
Gu Xiyu's face was full of anger, and she resisted the urge to turn around and glare at Mr. Xue: "This is too much! How could she treat you like this! Fortunately, the elder brother came up with a way, otherwise it would have been terrible."
Ye Qinglan couldn't figure out Gu Xiyu's thoughts for a while, and responded cautiously: "Yes, it's all thanks to cousin Gu this time."
Gu Xiyu didn't have such roundabout thoughts, and whispered: "The eldest brother has already told his grandparents, father and mother that he must marry you. If they don't agree, the eldest brother will say that he will never get married in his life.
.”
…
Ye Qinglan's heart trembled. She had already expected that Gu Xinian would take action, but she never expected that he would be so tough and straightforward in front of his elders. She subconsciously imagined Gu Xinian's expression when he said these words, and Ye Qinglan's
My heart suddenly felt incredibly soft, and that feeling called sweet happiness quickly spread in my heart.
Ye Qinglan said nothing, but her eyes were shining and her lips curved with pleasure.
Gu Xiyu looked at her seriously for a few times and suddenly sighed.
Ye Qinglan asked absently: "Why are you sighing?"
"I understand now. It turns out that not only does eldest brother like you, but you also like eldest brother." Gu Xiyu said in a sighing tone: "It seems that you are also willing to marry eldest brother."
----------
Happy Mid-Autumn Festival everyone o(n_n)o~ (To be continued. If you like this work, you are welcome to vote for recommendations and monthly votes. Your support is my biggest motivation.)
