The Ups and Downs of Mrs. Yipin

Chapter 73 Going to the Princess Banquet ([-])

Since returning from the jewelry store, Fang Xiuyi is full of happiness, and she feels like she is about to overflow.The two children are dragons and phoenixes, and they are very considerate of her, and they can already protect her at a young age.As for He Huai'an, although he seldom talks, his words and deeds perfectly embody the image of a wife and father, who is responsible for his children and dedicated to his wife.Such a situation is rare even in the 21st century, let alone now!
He Huai'an said that the preparations for horseback riding were almost done, and he would be able to travel in a few days. Fang Xiuyi immediately started planning for his studies.Clothes and shoes are being made, two sets per person; now it is summer, you can’t go early in the morning, and it’s too hot at noon, so you can only choose in the afternoon; learning to ride horses, the teaching time in the house has to be adjusted, so it’s changed to the morning; The weather is hot, and the amount of exercise has increased. You should also pay attention to your diet in the kitchen, and make some portable drinks and snacks to bring with you.

Just after Fang Xiuyi made the plan and was fully preparing for the plan, the so-called eldest princess of the court sent a post to the He Mansion, inviting them to a banquet at the Princess Mansion on June [-]th, under the name of a summer banquet.

Fang Xiu took the post and looked over it over and over, as if she wanted to see a flower, but in fact her heart was already beating, she didn't know what this banquet meant.She doesn't have much experience of going to banquets, the last time she was in Gu's mansion, something so big happened and Fei Yu was implicated.

He Huai'an seemed to know what she was thinking, and explained to her: "This summer banquet is just a name, but in fact, there are a few men and women of the right age in the princess' mansion. I would like to take this opportunity to let everyone meet."

Oh, so it is!Fang Xiu nodded.It turned out to be a blind date!It's just that this big summer doesn't seem like a good opportunity.

"Since this is the case, why did you let us go?" Since it was a blind date, she was not within the scope.

"We're going to be a foil."

"Then, can Siyuan and Feiyu not go?" The two children are outstanding. Although they can't hide in the mansion all the time, they can hide for a day. It was He Huai'an who had a way to push it away, but it was not a good thing after all.

"Okay, let's say the child is weak and can't bear the heat."

Fang Xiu was furious, what reason is this, using the child's body as an excuse!But there seems to be no better reason.In fact, smart people knew what He Huai'an meant as soon as they heard it, and they didn't want to let the children come over.

"My lord, the eldest princess belongs to the emperor?"

"The eldest princess is the emperor's younger sister, the eldest princess of Emperor Renzong."

Fang Xiu thought for a while, this eldest princess has also experienced three dynasties of emperors, so I don't know what kind of character she is.

"My lord, is the eldest princess easy to get along with?"

"Royal people, how majestic."

majesty?The meaning of majesty is to let everyone listen to them and not have any opinions.

Seeing Fang Xiuyi's hesitant expression, He Huai'an said again: "Don't be afraid, she is just the emperor's sister, and you are just paying her a normal courtesy."

Fang Xiu nodded to show that she understood.She herself is now a first-class lady, conferred by the emperor, no matter what she is inside, she still has the aura on the outside.

"Are there many people?"

"Not many. How can the people in the eldest princess' mansion match up with ordinary people?"

"The people in the eldest princess's mansion are probably her grandchildren?"

"There are also close relatives in the son-in-law's family."

In a few days, when Fang Xiuyi was ready, the day came.

The day before the banquet, Mother Shi came to visit, Fang Xiuyi felt very surprised, because she only saw Mother Shi when she went out a few times before, and she had never seen her in the mansion.

"Ma'am!" Mother Shi always had a very kind expression on her face.

"Mother Shi! Why are you here?" Fang Xiuyi is only under 30 years old, and every time she sees Mother Shi, she is like her elder.

"Thanks to Madam, my lord has transferred me to serve Madam in the mansion!"

"Serve me? What's the matter?" Fang Xiuyi never heard He Huai'an mention it.

"My lord said, Mother Wang, please resign from the mansion. Madam confirmed that she would take care of her, so she sent me over."

"Mother Wang is not in the mansion anymore?" Fang Xiuyi hadn't dealt with Mama Wang a few times, but she also knew very well that Mama Wang looked down on her, "Why do you want to resign from the mansion?"

"Adults may know better."

He Huai'an didn't tell her, and he didn't know what it meant.However, with Mama Shi by her side, she also felt more at ease.

"Mother Shi, I'm really happy that you can come by my side. There are some things that you need to mention more."

"Madam is smart, I don't need to mention something, but if Madam needs it, I might be able to help."

"Of course I need it! Mama Shi, I can help you now. Look, I'm preparing a gift for the princess mansion tomorrow. I don't know which one is suitable." Fang Xiuyi really doesn't have much experience, especially for these imperial relatives. The nobles gave presents.

"Ma'am, the eldest princess is the eldest daughter of Emperor Renzong and the younger sister of the current emperor. She is as prosperous and wealthy as usual. Madam, just express your heart."

That's right, she is the emperor's beloved daughter, and she has never seen any treasures before. Moreover, she is also the wife of an important court official, so there is no need to give expensive gifts, as long as she is willing.

"I see. Then Mama Shi can help me with the details."

I don't know if it was God's will or some other reason. On the day of the summer banquet, the sun was shining on the ground very diligently. On this day, there was not even a breath of wind. As soon as Fang Xiuyi went out, she felt surrounded by heat waves. I really want to go out with a piece of ice.

Fang Xiuyi was sitting on the carriage, holding a big fan in his hand, fanning it indistinctly.Originally, Xiaotao wanted to sit together and fan her, but Fang Xiuyi refused. She has hands and feet, and there are no outsiders in the carriage, so it's better to fan her by herself.

Two ice basins were also placed on the carriage, and Fang Xiu realized what it meant to be fanned by others.The maid can sit opposite and bring the cooling fan over.She sighed once again about the privileged class, and it seemed that she would never be able to adapt.

"Let Xiaotao come up." He Huai'an didn't know that Fang Xiuyi was so afraid of heat.

"No, she's quite tired from fanning, let them sit in the back." Fang Xiuyi saw He Huai'an sitting there calmly, seemingly not even breaking a sweat, "My lord, aren't you hot?"

"Hot!" He Huai'an just said one word.

"Looking at your appearance, you seem to be very carefree. I thought we were living in different seasons." Fang Xiuyi sweats easily, especially in summer.She brought two sets of clothes when she went out today, and she didn't dare to put on more makeup on her face, she just lightly covered the blemishes on her face.

"It's natural to be calm!" He Huai'an glanced at Fang Xiuyi who was in a hurry, and said lightly.

"My heart can be calm, but sweat can't be quiet!" Fang Xiu gave He Huai'an a blank look.

"The emperor and the empress will also go today." He Huai'an seemed to think that Fang Xiuyi was not busy enough, and gave another heavy punch.

"What?" Fang Xiuyi stopped his movements in surprise, "Why did your lord say that?"

"I just found out this morning, too."

Fang Xiuyi involuntarily thought of the previous unpleasant encounters, especially with this queen. Every time there was nothing good, I don't know what will happen today.

"My lord, didn't you say that today is a blind date?" Fang Xiu lowered her voice and asked.

"I heard that the emperor and the empress wanted to see young people on a blind date." He Huai'an also imitated Fang Xiuyi and lowered his voice.

Fang Xiu cursed all the bad words in her heart.

No matter what he came for, and no matter who else came, Fang Xiuyi's carriage arrived at the gate of the Princess Mansion normally.

The Princess Mansion is indeed well-deserved of its reputation. Just by looking at the aura outside, it has already declared the extraordinary identity of the owner.Fang Xiuyi and He Huai'an didn't come very early, there were already many people waiting in front, the carriages and servants were already waiting in several rows.

Today may be because of the special situation, the people who came here are of high status, and even the main entrance of the Princess Mansion is open.The male guests were taken to the outer courtyard, and the female guests were picked up by sedan chairs from the Princess Mansion and sent to the inner courtyard.

He Huai'an had already got out of the carriage, and Fang Xiuyi sat in the carriage, waiting for her turn to be picked up.When she heard the voices outside, it was basically all the male guests greeting him, He Huai'an was standing beside the carriage, and many people came to greet him.Fang Xiuyi could only hear Gu Zhun's voice, it seemed that Mrs. Gu also came today.

Suddenly, Fang Xiuyi heard Wen Renyi's voice. This person was always cold and indifferent. In this hot summer, he sounded really out of place.

"Master He!"

"Master Wen is here too?"

"That's right, the eldest princess is sympathetic to my lonely family and wants to take care of me." Wen Renyi was so shocking that he could say it face to face.Fang Xiu immediately felt the cleanliness of the outside world, even if it was only for a few seconds.

"Since ancient times, I got married and started a business. It seems that Mr. Wen is really the pillar of my court, and the whole court cares about it." He Huai'an also simply said it.As soon as Fang Xiu heard this, it seemed that many people were concerned about Wen Renyi's personal problems. However, it was considered normal. He was so young, in a high position, and a cabinet scholar, so he was a favorite.

"It's nothing compared to a grown-up!"

Fang Xiuyi was listening with gusto, when someone said in front, "Madam He please get on the sedan chair", Mama Shi lifted the curtain, and He Huai'an's hand was handed over, Fang Xiuyi got used to it and got out of the car.

Sure enough, Gu Zhun and Wen Renyi were still standing outside the car.Fang Xiu smiled and saluted the two adults, but she was a little embarrassed that when she exchanged hands to salute, she realized that she was still holding the big fan in her hand.Mama Shi quickly came to pick up the fan.

"Master Wen, Master Gu!"

"Madam He!"

After Fang Xiu smiled and nodded to the two adults, he was helped by He Huai'an to the sedan chair.

"Come to Mama Shi if you have anything to do." He Huai'an explained before letting Fang Xiuyi go.

"I see, my lord." Fang Xiuyi replied softly.

Carrying Fang Xiuyi in the sedan chair, he entered the gate and turned left.Fang Xiuyi could only look out through the thin curtains of the car. I have to say that the Princess's Mansion is really worth seeing.As soon as you enter the gate, there is a huge screen wall on the opposite side. The top of the screen wall is decorated with a row of glazed tiles. Under the sunlight, it is colorful and very beautiful.Turning around the west wall and entering another world, Fang Xiuyi vaguely saw the layout inside, which was less graceful and more majestic, highlighting the royal temperament even more.

In the eldest princess's mansion, the trees on both sides of the road are very neatly trimmed, and the thick shade of trees along the way makes people feel very comfortable.There seemed to be houses, pavilions, and rockeries on both sides of the trees, and there should be running water, because Fang Xiuyi heard the sound of running water.

After walking for about 10 minutes, the sedan chair finally stopped.

"Madam He, please get off the sedan chair." A woman's voice came from outside.

(End of this chapter)