Chapter 1526: Dinner in Xihua Hall, stay at Sheng's house
Chapter 1526: Dinner at Xihua Hall and stay at Sheng’s house
Everyone was busy greeting Shen Tang, and then entered the Xihua Hall!
Although there are a lot of people, Xihua Hall is also huge!
Shen Tang and Sheng Yongde sat in the main hall, and only one of the juniors, Sheng Xinghua, was accompanying them at the last seat! Lian'er was directly taken by her aunt to the side hall. The side hall had already been decorated with screens and divided into tables for men and women. .
The food and wine had already been prepared. After Shen Tang and others sat down, they were served like water! With the wealth of the Sheng family, this kind of banquet was naturally full of delicacies, delicacies from the north and south, and the wealth of the south of the Yangtze River. Hub!
It was rare for my father-in-law not to shame Shen Tang any more. He responded with satisfaction to Shen Tang's respectful toasts and words from time to time!
Sheng Yongde's brothers all expressed respect and praise for Shen Tang, which made his father-in-law's face even brighter.
As for Sheng Xinghua...He was just a boy pouring wine and serving dishes. He didn't eat a few mouthfuls of rice or drink a few glasses of wine. It was Shen Tang who toasted this uncle with two glasses of wine. , otherwise, he may be busy and his mouth will be dry.
Compared to the reserve and rules at this table, the women's table was much more lively.
There was no distinction between the first and last seats in the crowd. Several of Sheng Yongde's concubines sat down with Lian'er in their arms. On both sides, the aunts sat one by one, and outside, there were maids of different sizes.
The wives and concubines from all sides looked at Lian'er, a little closer than before! Without him, they had just returned to their rooms, and Lian'er's maid Yuanyang had already sent the gifts she had brought to each room.
It is true to say that the Sheng family is rich, but they have to compete with each other! Knowing that Lian'er was going back to her parents' home, she specially discussed with Mu Yu and Yue'er and prepared some precious things to support Lian'er's face! Therefore, for everyone, House gifts are not only extremely valuable, but some are rare treasures.
"Now, our Lian'er is a prominent figure in the Marquis's house. In the future, you sisters will have to rely on your sister to help and support them when they get married!"
An aunt said with a smile, "Those of you who are younger sisters should also be close to your elder sister. Your eldest sister is now wearing a silk dress and riding in a sedan chair. If you can get a little bit of glory, you will be the best in this life." Enjoy it!"
"We, Lian'er, have had our share of hardships. Our eldest sister-in-law was ill and died early, and this girl is living in the north. Who would have thought that she would meet such a powerful person as the Marquis?
I think that although the Marquis has a noble status, he is very considerate of our Lian'er, and Lian'er's childhood suffering is not in vain..." Another aunt said, wiping her tears.
"Today, Lian'er and my uncle come to visit us. It's a happy day, so why should we cry and cry!"
One of Sheng Yongde's concubines said, "Of course our Lian'er is blessed. Now, the master is looking forward to when Lian'er will have a boy and a half girl! With the official's fancy for the Marquis, if our Lian'er has a baby If you marry two girls, you will definitely be sealed."
Having said this, all the women present, big or small, looked at Lian'er with a bit of envy.
Although there were women as fierce as Wu Zetian in ancient times, at least most women followed the three obediences and four virtues to support their husbands and raise their children at home!
Women cannot take scientific examinations or obtain scholars. Therefore, the royal title is the highest pursuit of most women.
Although Shen Tang has many wives and concubines, it is not complicated to say! Not to mention the two princesses, there is no need for the canonization of this imperial decree. The only ones left are Xiang Ling and Mu Yu! Shen Tang is only in his twenties now. At the age of four, he has extremely strong abilities and is favored by the royal family. Naturally, he will have many meritorious deeds in the future.
However, the royal reward for Shen Tang will naturally not be endless. For some merit, the royal family will share it with other people. This is the so-called wife-yinzi.
Xiang Ling's imperial edict is already at the second level. If Mu Yu has children in the future, they will probably be similar. When Lian'er waits, the imperial edict may not be high, but it is very likely that one will be rewarded.
Even if the royal family does not grant Lian'er the title of concubine, once they have children, with the help of Shen Tang, the father, it will not be difficult for her to earn a royal title for her mother.
So, how could these people not be envious?
"Hey, it's a pity that our Lian'er couldn't carry the sedan chair, and the matchmaker was getting married, otherwise..." An aunt was a little regretful!
"What the hell!"
An aunt held Lian'er's hand affectionately and said, "I have seen the back houses of some officials' families, but those women can't compare with the wives of the Marquis! At that time, the young master of the Marquis's house was full moon, and I Come to pay your respects, which of the ladies is not a beautiful, virtuous and virtuous person?
But what would a person like this do to our Lian'er?
Not only are sisters worthy of each other, but they even show a bit of respect, even for those two great princesses!"
"What's more, our Lian'er and the Marquis have known each other since they were young, and they have been waiting for him before the Marquis got a job. Otherwise, how could the Marquis dote on our Lian'er so much?"
Hearing this aunt talk about the Shen family's back house, the girls were even more curious and awed. You must know that for a person like the princess, not to mention being close to her, even taking a look at her from a distance is a blessing.
It is simply unbelievable that my daughter has such great dignity in front of such a person.
"This is just a sign of your virtuous and considerate sisters!"
Lian'er said humbly, "As for the sisters in the family, they naturally want to be close to each other. Who knows, if there is a marriage in the future, I will definitely fill in a heavy dowry!"
Although the girls Yingying Yanyan drank fruit wine, the atmosphere was particularly strong! Even Lian'er, who was not a good drinker, had her cheeks turn red after drinking.
The banquet didn't end until midnight!
The father-in-law drunkenly said to Shen Tang, "It's already late today. You and the girl will stay at the house for one night and go back tomorrow."
Shen Tang nodded and respectfully sent his father-in-law and several uncles away. A maid waiting at the door came forward to help Shen Tang and headed towards Lian'er's boudoir.
With Sheng Yongde's love for his daughter, he would certainly not treat her badly. Even though his daughter was already the wife of the Shen family, he still built a separate two-entry house in the house as Lian'er's boudoir! The house was not small in area, even There is also an exquisite and small garden located in it, which is considered the best in the entire Sheng family.
Shen Tang returned to the courtyard in a daze, and the maid in the room hurriedly greeted her, "Miss is also drunk and is taking a bath at the moment. My uncle..."
"I'm going to clean up with Lian'er too!"
Shen Tang responded.
Two maids helped Shen Tang into the side room. Shen Tang shook his head to wake himself up, but he saw petals floating in a luxurious glazed pool shrouded in smoke, and among these petals Isn’t it the beautiful lotus in the middle?