The King of Beijing in the Red Mansion

Shui Rong turned around and looked at Qing Wen after hearing this. Seeing the curiosity on her delicate face, he chuckled and said, "Yes, can't I teach Xiang Ling calligraphy?"

Qingwen pursed her lips and said in a clear voice, "I didn't say that. Your Majesty, please don't wrongly accuse me."

Shui Rong raised his eyebrows when he heard that. Qingwen had a pretty face, but her mouth had a pungent smell. Even Yingluo, who had the closest relationship with Shui Rong, would not refute him with words. But Qingwen was different. She was indeed a person who "dared to speak".

After a moment of silence, Shui Rong said in a clear voice: "If you want to learn, then learn with Xiang Ling."

Earlier in the study, Shui Rong saw Qingwen's eyes rolling around, and her eyes were full of envy as she looked at Xiangling. Since Qingwen had such feelings, Shui Rong would not refuse. It happened that this girl had a rather hot-tempered temper, so it would be a good idea for her to change it and stop talking nonsense.

Upon hearing this, Qingwen's peach blossom eyes lit up and she said excitedly, "Can a servant learn this, too?"

Shui Rong looked at the girl's excited expression and chuckled, then nodded and said, "You are the same as Xiang Ling. If she can learn, you can learn too."

Qingwen was moved when she heard this. In the eyes of the servants in the palace, Xiangling was the prince's future concubine. The prince said that she was the same as Xiangling.

Thinking of this, Qingwen's peach blossom eyes could not help but shine. She pursed her lips, turned her eyes, and whispered, "I am clumsy and I am afraid I can't learn it well."

Shui Rong couldn't help laughing after hearing this. Qingwen's verdict was "charming and clever", so how could she be clumsy? It was really strange that this girl actually felt inferior to him.

However, Shui Rong did not think much about it and said casually: "If you are willing, you will learn it naturally. If there is anything you don't understand, just let Xiangling teach you."

Judging from Xiangling's performance, she is very interested in reading and calligraphy, and her comprehension is very high. As the saying goes, a wise man is a good teacher. It is just right for Xiangling to teach her, and the two of them can grow together. Isn't it a good thing?

Qingwen raised her eyebrows when she heard that, her heart seemed to be blocked and she almost couldn't catch her breath. The prince taught Xiangling step by step, but when it came to her, he was perfunctory and even asked Xiangling to teach her. This was too much of a discriminatory treatment!

Thinking of this, Qingwen looked at Shuirong with a look of resentment, biting her lip and saying, "I am a crude servant, and cannot learn such elegant things."

Shui Rong raised his eyebrows when he heard this. Is this girl crazy?

Chapter 121 Shui Rong: Suddenly I have a younger sister

Ning'an Hall was crowded with people and surrounded by pearls and jade.

The Dowager Concubine Beijing was leaning on a soft couch in the hall, and next to her was Lady Wang. Facing her mother-in-law, the Dowager Concubine Beijing also showed kindness, which made Lady Wang's face look happy.

At Mrs. Wang's signal, the younger generations greeted each other one by one. Baoyu was the younger brother of Princess Beijing, so he was naturally the first to be greeted.

Concubine Beijing looked at Baoyu with her almond-shaped eyes. Seeing that his face was bright and radiant, he was indeed a man of outstanding appearance. She could not help but nodded secretly, but did not say much. After all, she had a more outstanding son.

As for Jia Huan and Jia Lan, the Dowager Concubine Beijing knew that they were Shui Rong's study companions and did not say much. However, it was those golden hairpins that aroused some interest in her.

Because there were so many people, they were divided into two groups for the meeting.

Concubine Beijing looked at the two people in front of her, holding one of them closely with one hand to take a closer look. The first one had plump skin, a smooth goose-fat nose, and was gentle and silent, while the other one was as delicate as a piece of jade and looked very cute.

Yuanchun, the daughter-in-law, introduced them at the right time, saying softly, "Mother, these are my second and fourth sisters."

Upon hearing this, Concubine Beijing nodded slightly and said with a smile, "No wonder she is so beautiful and refined. She is actually the daughter of the Jia family."

Mrs. Wang, who was standing by, felt happy when she heard this. The daughter of the Jia family was beautiful and elegant, so she should be praising her daughter as well.

The Dowager Concubine Beijing praised them for a few words, then loosened their hands, and the two of them retreated quietly. Then, Baochai, Daiyu, and Xiangyun came forward to pay their respects, and Yuanchun also introduced herself.

The Concubine Beijing was also not unfamiliar. She pulled the nearest Baochai to take a closer look. She saw that Baochai had fair skin and smooth bones, graceful manners, and no makeup. Her lips were red without any makeup, and her eyebrows were green without any makeup. She seemed to be naturally beautiful. She was eye-catching at first glance. She couldn't help but praise, "What a pretty girl! I wonder which young master is so lucky to be her."

Upon hearing this, Baochai lowered her head, her bright almond-shaped eyes flickered, and a blush appeared on her tender face.

Upon seeing this, Concubine Beijing chuckled and said nothing more. She loosened her hand and then looked at Daiyu. She saw that she had a simple and plain appearance, was petite and cute, and exuded a faint scent of books. She was truly elegant and extraordinary.

But her body and face looked very weak, and it was obvious at a glance that she had some deficiency.

The Beijing Concubine took Daiyu's hand and said to her affectionately, "You look unwell. Why don't you get treatment as soon as possible?"

Daiyu didn't mind hearing this, after all, most people who saw her were like this, so she replied calmly: "I have always been like this, taking medicine since I learned to eat, and I have never stopped until today. I have invited many famous doctors to prescribe medicine, but none of them worked."

After hearing this, Concubine Beijing didn't think anything of it. There were actually quite a few girls in the boudoir with deficiencies like Daiyu, so she was not surprised. However, seeing that Daiyu's words and deeds were decent, she felt comfortable, so she praised her a few words and let go of her hand.

Then, Concubine Beijing looked at Xiangyun. Seeing Xiangyun's lively eyes and the youthfulness between her eyebrows, Concubine Beijing's eyes lit up.

Concubine Beijing took Xiangyun's hand and said with a smile: "This girl looks very likable. How old is she?"

Xiangyun's eyes were neither timid nor shy, and she smiled with a dimple.

Concubine Beijing looked at Shi Xiangyun's smiling face. The dimples on her cheeks were faintly visible, which was very adorable. Especially when Xiangyun answered with a bit of a lisp, she looked so cute and lovable.

As the saying goes, lively girls attract people, especially for Concubine Beijing, who is old and has no daughter, she likes this kind of little girls even more.

With a light laugh, Concubine Beijing said, "You are all good. I don't know which one I should praise."

Seeing that Concubine Beijing was praising her without any airs, Madam Wang smiled modestly and said, "They are not easy to deal with either. I am just afraid that they will disturb your peace and quiet."

Concubine Beijing didn't take it seriously and said in a clear voice, "What's there to disturb? The palace hasn't been lively for a long time. People are bored. They got angry when Yuanchun and the third girl came into the palace. Now that you are here, it's just the right time to add some people to the palace."

The Beijing Prince's Mansion has a small population. Apart from the Beijing Dowager Concubine, Shui Rong and Keqing, the others are not considered masters. Therefore, the Beijing Dowager Concubine is usually quite bored. If Yuanchun had not married into the palace and brought Tanchun as a dowry, there would not even be enough people to play dominoes. Therefore, the Beijing Dowager Concubine is quite interested in this kind of excitement.

As Concubine Beijing finished speaking, the whole hall was filled with joy.

Yuanchun looked thoughtfully at the peaceful and approachable Concubine Beijing. Her words and actions did not show any arrogance of the Concubine Beijing, but rather humility and kindness. This is the way the Concubine Beijing treats people and things "outside the world", which is worth learning.

Concubine Beijing had no idea what Yuanchun was thinking. She hesitated for a moment and then ordered someone to bring out the gifts: a pair of gold and jade rings and wrist scent beads for each person.

After receiving it, several people hurriedly thanked him.

However, when Concubine Beijing saw Xiangyun's innocent smile, she felt something in her heart. She waved her hand, called her to her side, and touched Xiangyun's head affectionately.

Xiangyun was not timid at all. Her big eyes like black grapes looked at the concubine quietly, with a clever look in her eyes.

Seeing this, Concubine Beijing liked him even more. Noticing her hands were a little wet, she smiled and said, "It's hot, take off your outer clothes."

Xiangyun was unaware of him when she heard this. She took off her coat and said with a smile, "I said I'm not afraid of the cold, and the Second Madam was worried that I would be cold, so she asked me to put it on. Otherwise, who would be willing to wear this?"

"hehe".

Concubine Beijing saw that Xiangyun was not afraid of strangers, nor was she shy. She was very generous and open-minded. Her words were refreshing and lively, which was very rare.

"You are the daughter of the Shi family, right?"

Concubine Beijing listened to Yuanchun's brief introduction of everyone, but it was just a brief introduction and she didn't know the details.

At this time, the competent Yuanchun noticed that Concubine Beijing seemed to favor Xiangyun, so she said, "Mother, Yun is the daughter of the Baoling Marquis's mansion. She lost her parents when she was young and was raised by her uncle and aunt. When grandma misses her, she will send someone to take Yun to live in the mansion for a while."

After hearing this, Concubine Beijing remained silent. After pondering for a moment, she stroked Xiangyun's head, and seemed to radiate the glow of motherhood. She said softly: "What a poor child. I think you and I are destined to be together. If you are willing, I will recognize you as my goddaughter."

When these words were spoken, everyone was a little surprised. Baochai couldn't help but look around the hall with her almond-shaped eyes, her jade-like face showing a little surprise. Concubine Beijing took Xiangyun in as her goddaughter. Isn't this Xiangyun's fortune?

Xiangyun was stunned. She thought Concubine Beijing was kind, but she didn't expect that she would adopt her as her goddaughter.

After a moment, Xiangyun came back to her senses, stretched out her hand to scratch her little head, and said innocently: "I also think the concubine is kind, so I am willing in my heart, but I have to go back and ask my uncle about this matter."

For Xiangyun, being the goddaughter of Concubine Beijing was undoubtedly a good thing, but she had no say in the matter and had to ask her uncle and aunt who raised her.

The Concubine Beijing laughed when she heard this. With her status, who would not be unwilling to adopt a goddaughter? However, she felt relieved when she heard Xiangyun say that she was amiable. She also felt quite cute when she saw her scratching her ears and cheeks, so she smiled and said, "It's okay. Go back and ask and report to me tomorrow."

Xiangyun nodded her head and said "Hmm" several times, then laughed and said, "Okay, I'll ask when I get back, and when I get the answer I'll come to find you, Dowager Concubine. Don't think I'm making a fuss then."

Upon hearing this, Concubine Beijing smiled, and the look in her eyes as she looked at Xiangyun became more and more fond of her. She held Xiangyun's hand and couldn't let go.

Mrs. Wang on the side watched quietly, and did not care about the fact that the Concubine Dowager wanted to adopt Xiangyun as her goddaughter. You have to know that her biological daughter is the Princess of Beijing, and the concubine's daughter raised by her is the prince's concubine. They have a close relationship, so why would she be jealous?

At this time, Shui Rong just lifted the curtain and came in, and everyone's eyes fell on Shui Rong.

The room is full of spring colors, the fragrance of cosmetics is everywhere, the rich aroma is refreshing, and the scene before your eyes is like a picture of beauties.

After entering the hall, Shui Rong paid his respects first. Concubine Beijing was not as intimate as usual. Instead, she was dignified and elegant, which made Shui Rong feel amused. This stepmother was really two-faced.

As for Mrs. Wang, her face was full of admiration, and she must be very happy in her heart.

As soon as Shui Rong sat down, Concubine Beijing took Xiangyun's hand and said with a smile: "Brother Rong, I plan to adopt Yun as my goddaughter. She will be your sister in the future. As her brother, you have to take good care of her."

For Concubine Beijing, since she planned to adopt Xiangyun as her goddaughter, it was basically a done deal. Asking the elders was just a matter of formality, so she already treated Xiangyun as her daughter in her heart.

Shui Rong was slightly surprised when he heard this, his eyes were on Concubine Beijing who was holding Xiangyun's hand affectionately. How come he had a godsister in the blink of an eye?

However, Shui Rong did not say much. He knew that Concubine Beijing had no children, which she considered an incomplete life. Therefore, when Shui Rong was adopted, Concubine Beijing showed her doting to the fullest. Now that Xiangyun was lively and cheerful, it was not surprising that she loved her.

Thinking of this, Shui Rong nodded and said, "Don't worry, mother. I will take good care of sister Yun."

It's quite dramatic that the sister-in-law becomes a younger sister.

Xiangyun's eyes flickered at the side. Although she was young, she knew that since Concubine Beijing intended to take her in as her goddaughter, this matter would be smooth sailing. Not only did she have a godmother, but she also had a brother. She felt a strange feeling in her heart for a moment.

Hearing this, Concubine Beijing nodded in satisfaction, looked at Xiangyun with a frown, and asked with a smile: "Yun girl, what's wrong?"

Xiangyun did not hide her feelings and said frankly, "I was wondering whether it would be better to call the prince brother-in-law or brother in the future!"

Concubine Beijing was stunned at first. She didn't expect Xiangyun to be thinking about these things. However, looking at Xiangyun's innocent face, she felt relieved. She gently stroked Xiangyun's head with her bare hands and asked with a smile, "Do you want to call me brother-in-law or brother?"

Xiangyun touched her chin with her hand and looked at Yuanchun beside her, then looked at the Concubine Beijing in front of her. Her face was slightly tangled. After pondering for a moment, her smart eyes revealed a hint of cunning, and she smiled and said, "When big sister is here, I call you brother-in-law, and when big sister is not here, I call you brother."

As soon as these words were spoken, everyone covered their mouths and laughed, including Shui Rong. At this moment and in this situation, Xiangyun's refreshing words did not seem abrupt, but were instead well-received.

The Concubine Beijing smiled, rubbed Xiangyun's head with her bare hands, and scolded: "You are a very clever girl. Well, it's up to you."

Shui Rong looked at Xiang Yun with smiling eyes. Her jade-like face was filled with a sweet smile and she was lively like a little girl. No wonder Concubine Beijing liked her.

"What's the use of wealth and honor? My parents left me when I was still in my cradle. In a blink of an eye, I see the setting sun, the Xiang River is flowing away, and the Chu clouds are flying away."

I still remember the scene in the original novel where Xiangyun was sold away and cried out heartbreakingly on the flower boat, "My beloved brother, redeem me..." Not to mention that she is Shui Rong's sister-in-law and now his godsister, so she must not be allowed to have such a tragic ending.

Chapter 122 Skin Hunger?

The Beijing Prince's Palace has everything you need in the garden, including pavilions, terraces, bridges and flowing water.

They had seen them all in Ning'an Hall before, and now they had nothing to do, so Concubine Beijing led everyone to see the scenery of the palace garden.

On the Baishi Bridge, Concubine Beijing stepped onto the stone bridge accompanied by Yuanchun and others, followed closely by Baochai, Daiyu and others. They looked at the lush and green trees on both sides, the shining exotic flowers, the flying buildings piercing the sky, the carved eaves and embroidered windows, which were very gorgeous. The sisters were whispering and laughing.

Xiangyun looked around, as if she found everything new. Suddenly, she pulled Tanchun beside her and pointed ahead and said, "Third sister, look at that..."

Everyone looked in the direction Xiangyun pointed, and saw a pink wall in front of them, with several houses inside and a large pear tree with some banana leaves emerging from the trees.

Concubine Beijing didn't understand what he meant, so she smiled and asked, "Is there anything special you want to share with the third girl?"

Xiangyun chuckled and said in a clear voice, "Isn't there a banana tree over there? Third sister likes banana trees the most."

"Oh"

Concubine Beijing responded, glanced at Tanchun, and said with a smile: "I didn't know that the third girl liked bananas."

Although Yuanchun and Tanchun are now residents of the palace, they have only been there for a short time. Not to mention Tanchun's preferences, even the Dowager Concubine Beijing doesn't know Yuanchun very well, as she is the legitimate daughter-in-law.

Shui Rong's heart moved when he heard this, "Banana Guest", the third sister really doesn't hate bananas.

In the original novel, Tanchun had already said that she "liked banana trees the most", and she was also given the nickname "The Guest Under the Banana Tree". However, although we know her preference, we do not know why Tanchun likes banana trees.