The King of Beijing in the Red Mansion

After replying to Lady Jia's words, Sister Feng stopped talking. She understood that Lady Jia actually missed Er Ya and the others as well. After all, for older people, what they like is the feeling of being in the arms of a child. Now that the mansion is so deserted, she seems uncomfortable. She didn't have much interest in playing the dominoes before.

Baoyu saw that Grandmother Jia was silent, and he became anxious. He pulled Grandmother Jia and said coquettishly, "Grandma, Sister Lin is weak, how can we rest assured in the palace? Let's take Sister Lin and the others back together!"

Mrs. Wang didn't want to care about these things. It didn't matter whether she was brought back or not. But when she heard the name "Sister Lin", her hands twirling the Buddhist beads paused, and she looked at Baoyu intently and said softly, "Madam, the Wang Mansion is a prominent family, how could we treat her badly? Besides, the eldest girl knows what's going on. We don't need to rush to bring her back."

What Sister Lin or not, her Baoyu has been willing to study recently, and the master is very happy, so how could he let that girl come back and ruin everything?

Hearing this, Grandmother Jia nodded slightly. She had agreed to send the girl there, and it was inappropriate to rush to bring her back now. So she turned her head and said to Baoyu, "Your mother is right. The eldest girl is the mistress of the palace. How could she let Lin girl and the others suffer? Don't worry. They will come back after the summer vacation."

"Can"

Baoyu was extremely anxious and was about to say a few more words of persuasion when Feng Jieer, who had long seen that something was wrong, came forward, put her hand on Baoyu's shoulder, and said with a smile: "You brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law like to quarrel when you are together on weekdays. Now that you are not together, you miss each other so much. I don't know what you are up to."

After hearing this, Baoyu was speechless. They didn't have a fight at all. They were just arguing for a few words.

At this time, Mrs. Wang said, "Baoyu, you have just finished reading. Go back to your room and rest first."

Baoyu was unwilling, but since his mother, Mrs. Wang, had spoken, he did not dare to retort. He had no choice but to leave with his head down.

When Lady Jia saw this, she didn't say much, it was just the child's temper.

Baoyu returned to the room with his head down, and Xiren came out to greet him. Seeing Baoyu's miserable face, she asked with concern, "Second Master, what happened?"

Hearing these words of concern, Baoyu was moved, and the mist in his eyes blurred his vision. He said, "Sister Xiren, I mentioned to grandma before that I wanted to bring my sisters back, but she didn't agree."

Xiren's heart relaxed when she heard that, and her eyes showed helplessness. She thought it was something else, but it turned out to be because of this matter.

After a pause, Xiren softly consoled him, "Second Master, the girls are guests at the palace, so they won't be back for a while. They will be back after a while."

Baoyu was helpless when he heard this. Since Lady Jia and others did not respond, he had no choice but to wait for Sister Lin to come back.

Chapter 189 Yuanchun: There is always a sense of emptiness

It’s time to hold the lamp.

Shui Rong returned to the palace, walked to Fengyi Courtyard, lifted the curtain and entered, only to see Yuanchun, Keqing, Tanchun, Yingchun, Xichun, Xiangyun, Baochai and Daiyu all inside, the whole hall was filled with green feathers.

When Yuanchun saw Shui Rong, a smile spread across her face. She stood up to greet him and said, "The prince is back."

Everyone looked over here with different expressions, some indifferent, some happy.

Shui Rong looked at his gentle wife in front of him, nodded slightly, then sat down, nodded to everyone with a smile on his face, but when he saw Keqing's beautiful eyes, his heart moved slightly.

This charming and beautiful girl, every frown and movement is always able to captivate people.

Xiangyun glanced at Yuanchun, her eyes moved, and she looked at Shuirong with a smile and asked, "Why did my brother-in-law come back so late today?"

Yuanchun's eyes sparkled when she heard that, and she looked at Shui Rong intently. There were some things she didn't want to ask too much about, but it was different for others. Although Yun was a lively and playful girl, she was also very thoughtful. No wonder her mother wanted Yun to be her goddaughter.

Shui Rong looked at Xiangyun's dimpled smile, which looked so innocent and lovely, but he didn't think much about it. Generally speaking, Shui Rong didn't have much official business to handle in the Governor's Mansion. He usually returned home early and rarely came back in the evening. Therefore, Xiangyun asked this question, but she probably had no intention of doing so.

After a pause, Shui Rong said with a serious face: "I discussed official business with my colleagues earlier."

Actually, Shui Rong went to "Heaven on Earth" today and ordered a piece of music, so he was delayed for some time. Moreover, Du Yuejiao was Shui Rong's business colleague, so it was necessary to talk about official business. Everything was reasonable and Shui Rong did not hide it.

The people in the mansion need him to comfort, and the people outside the mansion cannot be left behind. At least give that little girl a taste of her own medicine. He can't let her go hungry, right? Isn't that greedy?

Xiangyun didn't care when she heard that. She had seen Yuanchun looking out of the curtain from time to time before, so she asked this question. Now that her elder sister's heart was at ease, she no longer hesitated. She looked at the young man with clear eyes, with hope between her eyebrows, and said, "Brother-in-law, when are you free to teach us how to ride a horse?"

For Xiangyun, riding a horse is extremely attractive to her. Originally, the ponies were already in the palace, and they could ride them by themselves when they were free. However, the Concubine Dowager was worried that they would fall while riding the horses by themselves, so she did not allow them to ride horses privately. The only way was to let Shui Rong teach them, so that Concubine Dowager Beijing would feel at ease.

Although Xiangyun was acting naughty, she was not unreasonable. The Concubine Dowager cared about them, so how could she become arrogant because of her favor?

Shui Rong also understood the reason, and after a pause, he said, "Wait a couple of days, and I'll teach you then."

Xiangyun was delighted when she heard this, but then she remembered something, raised her eyebrows, and pouted her lips so hard that a bottle of oil could be hung on them. She complained, "Then my brother-in-law should stop being perfunctory and teach me like my third sister did."

Shui Rong remained silent. Although he was teaching how to ride a horse, he still had to distinguish between his daughter-in-law and sister-in-law carefully. So when he taught Yuanchun, Keqing and Tanchun how to ride a horse last time, Shui Rong himself carefully taught them the essence of riding a horse so that they could understand it and put it into practice in the future.

As for Xiangyun and others, they were a little overwhelmed, so they asked someone to take Xiangyun for a stroll with the pony, which was indeed a bit perfunctory.

After a pause, Shui Rong nodded and said, "Okay."

When Xiangyun saw Shui Rong agreed, her pretty face was filled with joy.

Shui Rong smiled when he saw this. What bad intentions could the little girl have? She just wanted to have fun and liked the pleasure brought by the bumpy ride of horse riding.

After a pause, Shui Rong glanced at the calm Baochai and said softly, "Sister Bao, do you want to learn?"

It is not a good idea to let Yuanchun know about Baochai's affairs for the time being, so Shui Rong did not take the initiative to teach her how to ride a horse. Now that Xiangyun has brought up this matter, Baochai cannot be left out. After all, this is a matter of preparation for a rainy day. One more skill will mean one more way in the future.

Baochai was stunned when she heard this. She looked at the young man intently, lowered her eyes and said, "If my brother-in-law is free, I will follow him and learn from him."

Last time, when Baochai saw Shui Rong personally teaching her elder sisters how to ride horses, her heart was moved, but she also knew her limits, so she did not ride a horse last time, but sat and chatted with Daiyu and Xichun. Now that her brother-in-law mentioned this matter, she was naturally willing.

Yuanchun's eyes flickered as she looked at the two of them. She didn't know why. Although it was Yun Yatou who mentioned this matter and the two of them were just having a normal conversation, Yuanchun always felt that something was weird. She couldn't tell what was weird, and there was always a sense of emptiness.

Daiyu curled her lips, glanced at Baochai with her willow eyes, and snorted in her heart, fearing that this was just what Baochai was thinking.

Shui Rong noticed Daiyu's expression and felt amused. He then asked, "Are you feeling better, sister?"

Last time, Daiyu had a severe cough, so she asked Zhang Youshi to take her pulse and then rested for a few days. I don’t know to what extent her health has improved, but although Daiyu has some facial paralysis, her complexion is much better than before, which shows that her health has improved a lot.

When Daiyu heard Shui Rong's caring words, her heart warmed slightly, her willow eyes sparkled with stars, and she nodded slightly and said, "I feel much better. Thank you for your concern, brother-in-law."

Shui Rong didn't say anything after hearing this. Even if Daiyu felt better, it would not be easy for her to learn to ride a horse. She was so fragile, and she might get hurt.

Thinking of this, Shui Rong did not ask Daiyu, but turned to look at the gentle and silent Yingchun, and asked softly: "Second sister, do you want to learn?"

Yingchun was startled, thought for a moment, and said softly, "It's up to my brother-in-law to decide."

Shui Rong smiled dumbly when he heard that. What did he mean by letting him make the decision? It was true that Yingchun was cowardly. After a pause, Shui Rong said softly, "If you want to learn, I will teach you. If you don't want to learn, it's okay. You can make your own decision."

Yingchun looked at the boy, and seeing his gentle and friendly manner, she clenched the embroidered handkerchief in her hand, her eyelashes trembling slightly as she said, "Then can I not learn it?"

Shui Rong's eyes softened when he saw this. Although Yingchun was dull, her gentle and kind character could not be changed. It was so sad that such a delicate and beautiful woman ended up being tortured to death.

After a pause, Shui Rong said with a smile: "Of course."

After asking Yingchun, Shui Rong started asking Xichun, who looked like a porcelain doll, but she did not intend to learn how to ride a horse.

Seeing this situation, Shui Rong did not force it. When dealing with these sisters, he was more respectful of their ideas. If they didn't want to learn, then don't learn. A forced melon is not sweet.

Daiyu frowned slightly when she saw this, and felt upset. She even asked Xichun, the youngest girl, why she was the only one left out and couldn't ride a horse?

After chatting for a while, the sky became darker. Shui Rong looked at the Cui Yu in the hall, and his heart moved. He turned his head to look at Yuanchun and said softly: "Yuanchun, it happens that the sisters are all here today, otherwise we can hold the banquet here, what do you think?"

Yuanchun was also quite moved when she heard this, and replied with a smile: "Okay, I'll have my people get ready right away."

Chapter 190: Concubine Beijing: This monkey is not trying to catch them all in one fell swoop

Prince Beijing's Palace, East Courtyard, Longcui Temple.

In the quiet nunnery, Miaoyu sat cross-legged on a cushion in a moon-white Taoist robe and a bun on her head. She was twirling Buddhist beads in her bare hands, her eyes slightly closed, and her cherry lips humming softly, looking very dignified and solemn.

Soon, a little girl named Die'er, wearing two buns and a green bodice, came over with a tray in both hands and said in a soft voice, "Miss, have some porridge."

There is not only a little nun in the Rongcui Temple, but when Miaoyu was invited from the Muni Temple by Yuanchun, the nanny and maidservants she brought with her also came to the Rongcui Temple to serve Miaoyu.

Miaoyu opened her willow eyes, her pretty face slightly raised, her calm and gentle eyes filled with calmness, her voice as clear as water, she asked: "What's going on in the palace?"

Although we were in a quiet nunnery, the noisy sounds from outside could be heard, rustling and disturbing.

Die'er was not surprised. Since the girl put down the Buddhist beads, it was clear what she meant. So Die'er went forward and placed the porcelain bowl full of rice porridge on the table. She picked up the spoon and scooped the rice porridge. She replied, "I heard that the princess is holding a banquet in Fengyi Courtyard, and all the young ladies in the palace are going there."

Longcui Temple is located in the East Courtyard. Although it is in a corner, it is not far from Fengyi Courtyard. If it is lively, it is not surprising to hear some faint sounds.

Miaoyu's eyes moved slightly when she heard this. Since the princess is hosting a banquet, the prince should be there too!

Thinking of this, Miaoyu's mind flashed with a gentle figure, and her indifferent heart could not help but ripple, so she stood up and said, "I don't have much appetite at the moment."

Die'er paused while scooping the rice porridge. She looked at Miaoyu who was walking towards the carved window with a puzzled look, but she didn't say much. After scooping a bowl of rice porridge, she put the bowl on the table and said, "Then I'll put it here first. You can eat it later, young lady."

Miaoyu did not answer, but pushed open the carved window with her white hands. A crescent moon was like a hook, summer insects were chirping, a few stars accompanied the twinkling cold moon, a light breeze blew by, and the sound of string music was faintly heard in her ears.

Through the window, Miaoyu looked towards the direction of Fengyi Court with her cold eyes, only to see that Fengyi Court was brightly lit. It was such a lively scene that she couldn't help but sigh in her heart.

How can one be clean if he wants to be clean? The sky is not always empty.

Fengyiting.

Concubine Beijing walked in slowly. Her bright eyes saw the Cui Yu in the hall. Her eyebrows curved and she said with a slightly reproachful tone, "You can go and have your own fun. Why are you disturbing me for no reason?"

Fengyi Court was holding a banquet. How could such a lively event not invite Concubine Beijing? This would make people feel uncomfortable, so Shui Rong sent someone to invite her.

Shui Rong, who was heading towards her, was speechless when he heard what was said. He looked at Concubine Beijing, who was wearing a light green long dress with light blue peonies embroidered on the cuffs, a few auspicious clouds outlined with silver thread, and a row of blue sea and cloud patterns at the hem. Her every move was as graceful as willows swaying in the wind. It was obvious that she had dressed up carefully. If she really didn't want to come, she wouldn't have done this.

Of course, Shui Rong would not expose her, so he laughed and said, "I also said that my mother likes quietness and does not want to be disturbed, but Yuanchun is stubborn. I will scold her later."

Everyone had different expressions when they heard this, especially Daiyu, who looked at the young man with her willow-shaped eyes dotted with stars, her pink lips slightly pouted, and dimples faintly visible on her fair cheeks.

She remembered that it was her brother-in-law who asked her elder sister to invite the concubine.

Concubine Beijing raised her eyebrows slightly, and looked at the young man with her clear eyes. She couldn't help but feel angry and said, "Yuanchun is filial and polite. How can you scold her for such a small matter? You are a husband, but you don't know how to feel sorry for her."

Humph, what a heartless child. She treated him as her own son, but he is not as caring as her daughter-in-law.

With her beautiful eyes, she glanced at Shui Rong, then stepped past Shui Rong and walked towards Yuan Chun. She took Yuan Chun's hand and said pointedly, "Brother Rong, if that monkey bullies you unreasonably, you don't have to be afraid. I'll support you from behind."

Yuanchun looked at Shui Rong's sparkling eyes. How could she not understand her husband's good intentions? The one who was actually supporting her behind the scenes was actually her own husband, and no one else would feel comfortable either.

Thinking of this, Yuanchun was moved and replied with a serious face: "Don't worry, mother, my husband treats me very well and has never bullied me."

Ever since she married into the palace, her husband has always treated her very well. She has never been bullied. To be honest, it was not bullying.

Concubine Beijing was satisfied with Yuanchun's virtuous and lovely appearance. She turned her eyes to the little monkey who was making her feel uneasy and said inexplicably, "You still have some conscience."

Concubine Beijing understood Shui Rong's little thoughts. Sometimes she thought that if the Prince of Beijing had Shui Rong's personality, she would not be "alone and helpless" now. Yuanchun was much luckier than her.

Shui Rong didn't know the disappointment in Concubine Beijing's heart, so he smiled and agreed. He looked up at the noble lady in front of him and said in a slightly coquettish tone: "Mother, let's have the feast. I'm a little hungry."

To coax your mother, no matter how old you are, it is not shameful.

Concubine Beijing's brows relaxed slightly, and her bright eyes gradually softened as she looked at the boy. This hairy monkey always touched the softest part of her heart.

Soon, the banquet began. The Beijing Concubine did not care about the rules and ordered the two square tables to be put together. The Beijing Concubine was in the middle, Shui Rong and Yuanchun sat on the left and right, and Keqing, Tanchun, Yingchun, Xichun, Baochai, Daiyu and Xiangyun sat close together around them.

Behind him were maids and old women serving and pouring wine.

Shui Rong saw the banana leaf cup filled with Huiquan wine in front of Daiyu and couldn't help but frown. Two or three days ago, she was still coughing and wanted to die. Now that she was feeling better, she was drinking. This was not a good thing. So he said, "Sister Lin is not feeling well. She shouldn't drink. Take it away and give her tea instead."

Following Shui Rong's words, everyone looked at him with doubtful eyes. Most of them knew that Daiyu was weak, but she was not so weak that she could not drink even a few glasses of Huiquan wine. Especially Tanchun, Yingchun and other people who grew up with Daiyu knew that Daiyu could drink liquor.

Daiyu raised her bright eyes and looked at the young man, her willow eyes sparkling, obviously she understood the young man's concern, her heart warmed, and she smiled softly, "It's okay to have a few cups, brother-in-law, don't look down on me."