As the Emperor's birthday was approaching, the capital was filled with envoys sent by officials from all over the country to present gifts. Those who had connections would naturally go and look for them directly, while those who did not would stay in the capital to see if they could hitch a ride with any family so that they could send their gifts in a decent manner.
Officials from the Ministry of Rites are also particularly busy this year.
Lord Wang, the Minister of Rites, was so busy that he stayed in the government office for several days before he found time to return home.
Old Madam Wang was still talking to Madam Wang: "In two days, it will be our birthdays. Now that Master Bo is not in the capital, I don't know what Master Bo's family is planning. After all, the old lady is old now. After the incident with that lecher last time, Xingyi is not willing to take on things anymore. I'm afraid it won't be a big event."
In fact, unless it is a birthday, most families will not hold a big celebration. Those who love their daughters especially will prepare several tables of wine and invite familiar relatives to have a few drinks.
However, given the current situation in the Bo Mansion, I'm afraid even this would be difficult.
Mrs. Wang was also silent for a moment. She loved her own daughter. Wang Yuerong had been the apple of her eye since she was a child. How could she not love her? But her daughter was married now and belonged to someone else. If the Bo's Mansion did not mention this matter, it would be difficult for her family to say anything.
She sighed, "As long as the child hears that the uncle is fine, her heart is sweeter than eating honey. I'm afraid she doesn't care whether she can celebrate her birthday or not. Well, on that day, we will find a way to bring her home and have a meal with her. What do you think?"
Old Mrs. Wang also nodded: "That's fine. There are many things going on in their family, so we should be more considerate. As in-laws, we will be together for a long time. Anyway, as long as they have a good relationship, do we still have to worry that the uncle will neglect our daughter?"
That's true. When talking about Su Rong, even Mrs. Wang couldn't help but smile. It is said that the more a mother-in-law looks at her son-in-law, the more she likes him. That's how she feels about Su Rong now.
Although she is a little older than Wang Yuerong, she knows how to care for people and what is rare is her ability.
This time on the battlefield, his contribution was the most resounding. She had heard many relatives mention it. No matter what, Su Rong would be promoted again based on his military merits when he came back this time! The next level up from earl was marquis!
How many of the founding fathers of this dynasty are still alive
Even those who remain are just barely surviving.
Only the Su family is now on a visibly rising path, and the title of Marquis was earned by Su Rong himself.
Later, her daughter's imperial edict was higher than hers.
She smiled and nodded: "Yes, old lady, you have a broad vision and see things much more clearly than us young people. Then do as you say. I just hope that my son-in-law can come back smoothly. In this way, I have nothing to worry about."
"What's nothing to worry about?"
The mother-in-law and daughter-in-law were talking affectionately when Mrs. Wang heard a familiar voice coming from behind her. She couldn't help but laugh, and hurriedly stood up, called "Master", and went up to welcome Master Wang in naturally.
She smiled and said, "I'm just talking to mother about Fenfen's birthday. Isn't Fenfen's birthday coming soon? We said that it might be difficult for the Bo's Mansion to help Fenfen to celebrate this year, so we planned to bring Fenfen back for dinner."
Master Wang raised his eyebrows, and when he heard that it was for this, he nodded and said, "This makes sense. Generally, a full birthday is celebrated, but it's not her full birthday now. Given the situation in the Bo Mansion, it's better not to hold one. When the time comes, you can send a carriage and the eldest son to pick her up, and we can just celebrate it with our own family."
Seeing her husband saying the same thing, Mrs. Wang naturally agreed and asked him, "Are you so busy lately? You've lost a lot of weight."
Hearing this, Mrs. Wang also looked at her son. After sizing him up for a while, she nodded and said, "Yes, you have lost weight. You should take good care of yourself."
Master Wang smiled bitterly and rubbed his brows: "My son knows everything, mother, don't worry. It's just that recently the emperor's birthday has come, and there is an endless stream of people coming from all over the country to offer gifts. The Ministry of Rites and the Imperial Household Department have to arrange for these people. This happens every year, so don't worry."
Old Mrs. Wang laughed when she mentioned this: "Come to think of it, this year is a little different from previous years. Previous years were never as lively as this year. I heard that this year, there are people who come to offer birthday gifts and auspicious signs."
Master Wang coughed, his expression suddenly becoming a little strange: "Yes, the white deer is said to be a sign of good fortune from heaven. It was presented by Zhejiang Governor Pang Qingping. Speaking of which, this deer was not of this character before..."
Everyone knows that the so-called auspicious signs are nothing but some far-fetched things, just to please the emperor.
This time, Pang Qingping's behavior really surprised many people.
Old Madam Wang also laughed, but did not comment on Pang Qingping's behavior. Instead, she asked Master Wang, "I want to ask, what did Yunnan offer as an offering?"
Now Xiao Heng is fighting in Yunnan. To be honest, the Yunnan affairs were handled by him and Governor Liao together. As for the birthday gift, the gift from him as the grandson has attracted the attention of many people.
This gift is indeed crucial.
Master Wang shook his head and said, "The envoys from Yunnan have not yet arrived in the capital, so my son doesn't know now."
Old Mrs. Wang didn't say anything. After all, the messenger hadn't arrived yet, and she couldn't predict the future.
She said "oh" and urged Master Wang to go back and rest.
Master Wang agreed quietly, and stopped halfway: "Oh, by the way, mother, it's your birthday, don't forget to bring your second sister back. Madam He is now staying at home, if we don't bring her back to stay for a few days, I'm afraid she will hardly come out."
Speaking of He Ernian, Old Lady Wang couldn't help but sigh, "You're right. It's hard for you to still remember your sister. Her mother-in-law has been ill for half a year, and she's never fully recovered. It's not like we didn't go to visit her, but we couldn't even see her... It's not easy to take care of a sick person. Your second sister has really suffered this time. My eldest daughter-in-law, keep this in mind. When the day comes, don't forget to send someone to pick her up. We're all thinking about her."
Mrs. Wang quickly agreed.
The couple returned to their room, and Mr. Wang said to Mrs. Wang, "You can go to the He family in person that day to see how sick Mrs. He is. Our two families are in-laws, and the relationship is very close. Don't let people think we are cold and heartless."
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