In Tingyu Pavilion, old master Fang and Xiao Fei sat opposite each other across a torreya chessboard, both solemn and concentrated.
From that day on, Xiao Fei would come to greet Nangong Yue every morning, and then play chess with Mrs. Fang.
Because Mrs. Fang can't bother too much, they can usually play a game for two or three days.
Nangong Yue wasn't busy today, so she didn't leave in a hurry, she watched quietly and refilled some tea for them from time to time.
The chess pieces on the chessboard were densely covered with black and white chess pieces. Mrs. Fang looked at the chessboard quietly for a long time without any movement. And Xiao Fei who was facing him didn't urge him either, but just stared at the chess game intently, as if he was trying to figure out the next move of Mrs. Fang.
I don't know how long it took before Old Master Fang's right hand finally moved, picking up a black piece from the chess basket, Xiao Fei stared at his fingertips with burning eyes... Unexpectedly, Old Master Fang raised his hand, and it was very painful. Quickly put the sunspots back into the chess basket--
Take the shot and concede.
Old Master Fang stared at Xiao Fei expressionlessly. Xiao Fei had already played chess with him for quite a while. He's never beaten her yet!
And he has never seen such a person, is it good to say that she is upright, or "simply stupid"
Didn't she come to please him? Didn't she want to atone for her mother
How come she never thought of letting him please him
Thinking about it, Mrs. Fang's expression showed a trace of complexity. Although he didn't care that she let him, but looking at this little girl's upright and almost incorruptible temperament, he really didn't know what to say. How could his thoughtful niece have produced such an inflexible little girl!
Probably because of this...the grandson's wife and Xiao Fei get along.
Xiao Fei carefully arranged the chessboard and chess pieces, closed the lid of the chess basket, stood up, and blessed her body respectfully: "Grandfather and granddaughter won't disturb your rest, so I'll take my leave first."
Mrs. Fang originally wanted to have a rematch with her, but she got ahead of her. Now she couldn't say anything, so she waved her hand casually, signaling them all to back off.
Nangong Yue suppressed the smile on the corner of her mouth, saluted Old Master Fang, and left Tingyu Pavilion with Xiao Fei.
As soon as Xiao Fei came out of the courtyard, she said to Nangong Yue excitedly: "Sister-in-law, have you noticed? Grandpa and I said a few more words today." She said to herself secretly, seeing people's hearts after a long time, As long as I persevere, my grandfather will definitely understand her intentions!
The smile in Nangong Yue's eyes was even stronger, she really wanted to rub Xiao Fei's hair well.
The two went back to Bixiao Hall hand in hand, and as soon as they entered the gate, Huamei came up to greet them and told him something.
Nangong Yue frowned slightly, originally planned to go to the small study with Xiao Fei, but temporarily changed to Xihongtang, the daily director.
A little maid wearing a lake-colored hang silk gown was kneeling in the hall. The little maid looked twelve or thirteen years old, with a slender figure, thick eyebrows and big eyes, and her facial features were pretty and outstanding. I saw that although she was kneeling on the ground, she had a stubborn expression on her small face, as if she was dissatisfied.
Nan Gongyue remembered that this little maid was a third-class maid serving in her yard, named Dong Qing, who had a son in the mansion, and she only did some cleaning work on weekdays, she was not allowed to enter the main house, and she was quite flexible and quick-witted.
As soon as Nangong Yue sat down, Dong Qing couldn't wait to say: "Concubine Shizi, I have been wronged by this servant, and I have asked Concubine Shizi to be the master of this servant girl." As she spoke, she quickly glanced at Que'er who was standing by with her hands down. There was no direct complaint, but the implication was beyond words.
Que'er sneered secretly, but did not rush to yell. She took a step forward calmly, leaned towards Nangong Yuefu, and said: "Concubine Shizi, this servant caught Dongqing talking to Miss Zijuan in the madam's yard today..."
Although Zijuan is only a second-class maid in Xiaofang's courtyard, she is the granddaughter of Nanny Qi. When Mingmu and Mingyue are released, Zijuan will definitely become a big maid.
Dong Qing hastily said: "Concubine Shizi, the servants are just talking to Sister Zijuan, there is no reason in this palace that they are not allowed to talk to maids from other courts, right?" After a pause, she glanced at Que'er again , "The servant has also seen Sister Que'er talking to Mrs. Xu in the madam's yard."
This little girl is eloquent, but it's a pity... Que'er sighed inwardly, she had indeed talked to Mrs. Xu, not only that, she also talked to Xing'er in the courtyard of the side concubine Wei, and talked to Xing'er in the courtyard of the third lady. My Hibiscus also chatted, but it was just an ordinary communication, unlike this Dongqing...
Que'er said lightly: "Dong Qing, why don't you tell Shi Zifei what you said to Miss Zijuan? If you don't want to tell, I will tell you the same."
"Don't bother Sister Que'er, Dongqing." Dongqing hurriedly said, the same words passed through different people's mouths, but the meanings of the utterances were different.
Dong Qing straightened out her thoughts, and then said: "Concubine Zijuan, Miss Zijuan just happened to talk about Concubine Shizi with the servant girl, saying that the concubine Shizi and the eldest girl have such a good relationship. The servant girl said a few words with emotion, and talked about the concubine Shizi and the eldest girl We often play the piano and paint together, and we went out together the day before yesterday. In the evening, Shi Zifei asked the small kitchen to cook bird’s nest porridge, and ordered someone to send a bowl to the eldest girl..." Dong Qingyue said, straightening her back, thinking: Yes Ah, she didn't say anything! What she said is not a secret, it's harmless, don't all the servants in Bixiao Hall know? She neither betrayed nor harmed her master, what right does Que'er have to punish her!
Nangong Yue smiled faintly. If Dong Qing admitted her mistake readily, she would still think highly of her, but why...
At this time, Xiao Fei who had been silent for a long time suddenly said, "Dongqing, where did you get the bracelet on your wrist?"
Nangong Yue was a little surprised when she heard this, and glanced at Xiao Fei with a smile. Xiao Fei has indeed made great progress these days, and she grasped the key points at a glance.
A flash of panic flashed in Dong Qing's eyes, and she hurriedly pushed the bracelet into her sleeve, but the green and transparent bracelet immediately slipped off again. Dong Qing faltered and said: "This is left to the slave by the deceased mother of the slave..."
Before she could finish her sentence, Que'er coldly interrupted her: "Everything in the palace is registered, you can check it out, not everyone can just talk nonsense! You don't need to say anything , I’ll find out when I go and find out!” This bracelet is top-grade jade at first glance, and it’s not something a little maid can have, unless she stole it!
Dong Qing was even more flustered, her bracelet was given by Zijuan, but where did Zijuan's bracelet come from? Naturally, it was given by his wife. The jewelry in this wife's room is all registered, even if the princess cannot go to the lady's place to check, but there are so many eyes in the palace, there will always be someone who remembers the origin of this bracelet, if someone comes to the princess to sell it, then...
Dong Qing's pretty face was pale, and she finally knew she was afraid, and said falteringly: "Hui...Hui Shizifei, this bracelet is given by Zijuan to her servant..." Her voice became softer and softer, and finally disappeared into the air.
Que'er looked at Dongqing coldly, as the saying goes: "You don't get paid for nothing", since Dongqing accepted the gift from someone, she naturally knew that the other party wanted something else. Today Dongqing can tell Zijuan what the concubine ate for supper at night, and in the future she can reveal to Xiao Fang when the concubine changes and when the concubine returns home. Bi Xiaotang couldn't afford to support such slaves who wanted to be both right and left.
Que'er blessed Fushen and said: "Concubine Shizi, this servant has already called Dongqing's aunt over..." Leading Dongqing back.
When Dong Qing heard this, her pupils shrank sharply, and she immediately kowtowed and begged for mercy: "Concubine Shizi, I know I was wrong! I will never dare again!" Both of her parents died, and if she was brought back by her aunt, she would definitely let her marry Aunt that silly nephew...
Nangong Yue waved her hand, not wanting to hear any more.
Que'er hurriedly signaled the two women to come forward, covered Dong Qing's mouth, and dragged her down.
Xi Hongtang soon regained its calm, Xiao Fei's expression was a bit complicated, he hesitated to speak: "Sister-in-law..."
Nangong Yue stood up and said with a smile, "Sister Fei, come with me."
Nangong Yue took Xiao Fei back to the main room, then took out a few lists from a box, and handed them to Xiao Fei. Xiao Fei glanced at it casually, and found that this was the list of servants of Bixiaotang, which also marked the backgrounds and relatives of those servants... Xiao Fei didn't know if she didn't look at it, but after looking at it, she realized that the servants of the palace had such a relationship Complicated, intertwined into a complicated web.
The more complicated the relationship, the more complicated the interests.
Xiao Fei looked thoughtfully, while Nangong Yue looked at Xiao Fei with a smile. In fact, as long as there are people, things will not be easy. In Bixiaotang, there are more than Xiaofang's eyeliner, the second room, the third room, as well as Zhennan Wang, and even Mrs. Qiao, it's just a standard. Even if some new servants are bought and brought into the mansion, will they be clean? Even if they are loyal today, what about tomorrow
In the future, after Xiao Fei gets married, she will inevitably encounter such and other problems. It's better to let her know what to do now...
"Elder Concubine! Eternal Concubine!"
At this time, Huamei's voice broke the tranquility in the small study, and Huamei ran into the room with a happy smile, and couldn't wait to report: "Shi Zifei, His Royal Highness Princess Yongyang and Miss Fu Liu are here!"
Sitting behind the desk, Nangong Yue couldn't believe her ears, blinked, and blurted out in disbelief: "Grandmother Yongyang and Liu Niang are here?" She couldn't restrain her joy, and stood up abruptly.
Baihui on the side saw Huamei's loss of composure, her brows were already slightly furrowed, but now hearing what Huamei said, she was both surprised and happy.
Huamei hurriedly said again: "Concubine Shizi, the carriage has just arrived outside the gate of the palace, and now the concierge is waiting to welcome you."
"Sister-in-law," Xiao Fei also stood up, and said happily, "I will accompany you to welcome Grandma Yongyang and Liu Niang."
Princess Yongyang arrived at the Zhennan Palace, and naturally she walked through the main gate of the palace. Nangong Yue and Xiao Fei hurriedly got on their shoulders and rushed to the Zhengyi Gate.
The mother-in-law who raised her shoulders knew that the masters were going to welcome distinguished guests, and all of them walked like flying, but even so, when they arrived at Yimen, Yong Yang and his carriage had already stopped outside Yimen.
Fu Yunyan was helping Yongyang get off the carriage.
Nangong Yue hurriedly ordered her mother-in-law to put down her shoulders, and then impatiently stepped forward, shouting loudly: "Grandmother Yongyang, Liu Niang!"
There are three happy events in life, and the first one is "meeting an old friend in a foreign land"!
Nangong Yue's small face couldn't help but burst into a bright smile, as if it was brighter than the rising sun in the sky.
At this time, Fu Yunyan also saw Nangong Yue and Xiao Fei: "Ah Yue, Ah Fei!" After saying that, Fu Yunyan also stepped forward quickly, and hugged Nangong Yue affectionately.
Yong Yang at the back looked at these three cute little girls with a smile, the wrinkles at the corners of his eyes piled up together.
After a while, Nangong Yue let go of Fu Yunyan and looked at her deeply. It had been a few months since she had seen her. Fu Yunyan was still that bright and neat girl. She seemed to have grown a little taller. Her figure was as straight as a willow branch, showing a bit of heroism. Sassy taste.
Nangong Yue looked at her for a while, and Yong Yang not far away for a while, she couldn't hide the joy on her face, and said coquettishly: "Grandma Yong Yang, if you and Liu Niang are coming, why don't you send someone to tell you in advance?" Send a letter? I can also go to meet you!"
When she left the capital together with Xiao Yi, she had already been mentally prepared that she would never see her relatives and friends in the capital again for many years, even decades... Unexpectedly, Yong Yang and Fu Yunyan would Suddenly came to the southern border!
As if a wanderer in her hometown after a long absence saw her relatives again, Nangong Yue felt a surge of heat in her heart, her eyes were sour, and her eyes were filled with tears, and her eyes were hazy.
Fu Yunyan looked at Nangong Yue with a smile and said, "Of course it's to give you a surprise."
Yong Yang has always thought that he has experienced a lot of life and death on the battlefield, but at this time, he couldn't help but be affected by his emotions, he hugged Nangong Yue lovingly, and said with a smile: "Yue'er, looking at you, A Yi must have taken care of you." You take good care of me!"
"I'm fine!" Nangong Yue sniffed, resisting the urge to cry.
"Ah Yue, you are not allowed to cry." Fu Yunyan took out a handkerchief and wiped the tears from the corners of Nangong Yue's eyes, "Ah Yi invited us here, not to make you cry." Fu Yunyan winked mischievously. wink.
"Ah Yi?!" Nangong Yue couldn't hide the surprise on her face, and she couldn't help but think of that night when Xiao Yi told her that he had invited the guest of honor and secretary for her gift. She always thought that Xiao Yi was talking about other mansions in southern Xinjiang that he was familiar with, but she didn't expect that he was talking about Yongyang's grandfather and grandson.
Xiao Fei who was on the side also blurted out in surprise: "Liu Niang, it was Big Brother who invited you and Grandmother Yong Yang to come to Southern Xinjiang?!" After a pause, Xiao Fei thought of something, and hurriedly said, "Could it be that you are here to participate in the competition?" Sister-in-law's gift?"
June 14th is Nangong Yue's wedding ceremony, and as Yong Yang, he must be here to be the guest of honor.
It is a great honor for Nangong Yue to have Princess Yongyang as the guest of honor for Jiji ceremony! Not to mention that Yongyang came all the way from the royal capital, the meaning of intimacy is self-evident.
"A Fei, you are so smart!" Fu Yunyan gave Xiao Fei a look of admiration, and then looked at Yong Yang complainingly, "Ah Yue, you don't even know how hateful your grandmother is! Before you and A Yi left the capital, Ah Yi Yi has already invited grandma to Nanjiang to attend your wedding ceremony, grandma's tone is too tight, so she won't tell me a word!" She almost cried when Xiao Yi, Nangong Yue and Fu Yunhe left the capital It's so loud...
Thinking of it, Fu Yunyan couldn't help pouting, and thought: Third brother would have known about this a long time ago, right?! If so, she should teach him a lesson!
"Ah Yue!" Fu Yunyan took Nangong Yue's arm affectionately, and said again, "Grandma will be your guest of honor, and I will be your secretary, okay?"
Nangong Yue smiled and nodded frequently: "Okay!" She felt warm in her heart.
This guy, A Yi, has kept it from himself for so many days! He wants to give himself a surprise, right
Ji Li is the most important day in life for every girl, and Nangong Yue is naturally very cautious about it, and she is a little nervous. However, at this moment, seeing Yong Yang and Fu Yunyan traveling all the way here for this purpose, this nervousness turned into emotion again.
This is what the three people have for her, and this will be a day she will never forget in her life!
But even so, the account between her and A Yi still has to be settled, this guy actually kept it from him for so long!
"Grandmother Yong Yang, Liu Niang, I will lead you to Bixiao Hall." Nangong Yue personally led Yong Yang and Fu Yunyan to Bixiao Hall with a smile on her face, talking and laughing at Yan Yan along the way.
Nangong Yue affectionately took Yong Yang's arm, and introduced the Palace and Bixiao Hall to Yong Yang and Fu Yunyan. Xiao Fei added a few words from time to time, and the atmosphere was very harmonious.
Seeing that Nangong Yue and Xiao Fei are still so close, Yong Yang nodded secretly, feeling happy for Nangong Yue. Nanjiang is unfamiliar with Nangong Yue. As the heir of Zhennan Prince, Xiao Yi has a heavy burden on his shoulders. It is impossible to pay attention to the inner courtyard all the time. With Xiao Fei by his side, Nangong Yue will not be too lonely.
Nangong Yue led Yong Yang and Fu Yunyan to the small flower hall to sit for a while, and the maids served tea and snacks, which were naturally unique to southern Xinjiang, such as carved plums, water sanzi, rolling horses, flower cakes, candied winter melon...
Que'er articulately introduced the names and origins of these snacks to them, and interspersed a touching story from time to time, which made Xiao Fei feel a little emotional. many.
As for Nangong Yue, I have thousands of words to say in my heart. I want to ask how my parents are doing, how my brother is doing, how Nangong Mansion is doing, how Jiang Yixi, Yuncheng, and Yuan Yuyi are doing lately... There are so many things I want to say, Instead, she didn't know where to start, and she was even more afraid that if she said it, she would want to cry.
Yong Yang just used a little of everything casually, and the three girls ate with gusto.
Seeing that Nangong Yue has a good appetite, Yong Yang said with a smile: "Yue'er, the style, water, soil, and diet of southern Xinjiang are very different from the royal capital. I was a little worried that you wouldn't be able to adapt, but now it seems that you are doing well." Yue'er Although she looks weak and not as vigorous as her own Liu Niang, in fact Yue'er's vitality is extremely strong, like that green radish, even without soil, it can still take root and grow in water!
Seeing Nangong Yue like this, Yong Yang could finally feel at ease. She couldn't help thinking that before she and Fu Yunyan left, Mrs. Lin and Nangong Xin came to the Princess Mansion to visit her specially. On the other hand, I am also worried about how Nangong Yue is doing in southern Xinjiang, and worrying that Nangong Yue will report good news but not worry... It is really pitiful for the parents of the world!
Fu Yunyan also wanted to go with Yong Yang, and said with a smile: "Ah Yue, my grandmother and I have escorted you all the way this time, and everyone is eager to help you move the capital to the south." Jiang is here... Especially Ah Xin. On the day we set off, he pulled another cart to the gate of the city and told me to bring it to you. Seeing his appearance, I really wish I could hide in the carriage and come with us. "If it weren't for Nangong Xin who is accompanying the Fifth Prince, he would definitely follow him this trip.
Fu Yunyan tried to convey everyone's yearning for Nangong Yue and Xiao Yi in a joking tone, but even so, Nangong Yue's eyes turned red again...
Nangong Yue managed to stabilize her mood a little bit, and then asked everyone how they were doing. Fu Yunyan talked about it one by one. For example, before they left, Nangong Cheng's belly was already big, and she was about to give birth soon; for example, Yuan Yuyi's marriage has not yet been settled; for example, Jiang Yixi is still in charge of Qi for the time being. Feedback in Wang Fu…
When talking about Jiang Yixi, Fu Yunyan naturally thought of Han Qixia, and secretly winked at Nangong Yue.
A few days ago, Nangong Yue also received Jiang Yixi's letter, which naturally mentioned Han Qixia. According to Jiang Yixi, they only told Yuan Yuyi and Fu Yunyan that Han Qixia was still alive, and no one else knew about it.
Nangong Yue instantly understood, she understood that Fu Yunyan was asking about Han Qixia's recent situation, she nodded indistinctly, a smile flashed in her eyes, Han Qixia must have never expected Fu Yunyan to come...
The three girls secretly exchanged a look, and decided to give Han Qixia an unexpected surprise.
While talking, a little servant girl came to the front of the flower hall, Que'er went out when she saw this, and came back to report: "The concubine, eldest girl, the prince has just returned to the mansion, and I know that the eldest princess is coming, and she is going to the Bixiao hall. Come over here."
I am afraid that in this huge southern border, there is no one who can let the King of Zhennan come to pay a visit in person after hearing the news.
In terms of status, Yong Yang is the emperor's aunt, and the only eldest princess of Dayu; in terms of seniority, Yong Yang is also regarded as the elder of Zhennan King in terms of friendship with the deceased old Zhennan King. Whether it is public or private, the king of Zhennan should come to pay his respects to Yong Yang in person.
After a while, King Zhennan walked towards the small flower hall under the guidance of a maid, and strode into the hall.
Facing Yong Yang, King Zhennan was also very obedient.
Back then when Yong Yang was under the command of the old King Zhennan, King Zhennan was still a youthful young man, until now when he saw Yong Yang again, he still felt restrained when he saw his elders.
King Zhennan walked into the hall, bowed respectfully and saluted: "I haven't seen you for many years, Your Highness still looks the same."
The King of Zhennan also heard from his servants just now that Yong Yang came to Southern Border this time to attend the wedding ceremony of the eldest concubine Nangong. It has to be said that the King of Zhennan was also very surprised.
Although he knew that the Nangong clan was deeply favored by the emperor, that's why he was conferred the title of Princess Yaoguang by the emperor, but what he didn't expect was that Nangong Yue had such a close relationship with Princess Yongyang, so close that Yongyang would go all the way from her to the princess. The king's capital rushed to southern Xinjiang just for her gift.
For a while, King Zhennan gave Nangong Yue a complicated look.
"My lord, you don't have to be so polite." Yong Yang raised his hand and said, looking at King Zhennan.
For Yong Yang, King Zhennan is the son of the old man, she certainly hoped that he would be able to emerge from the blue, so that the old man would have successors, but it is a pity that King Zhennan did not inherit the wisdom and martial arts of the old King Zhennan. When the old Zhennan King was alive, he once sighed to Yong Yang, regretting that when his son was young, he had been fighting outside all year round, and he could not bring his son by his side to teach and guide him. When the old Zhennan King realized something was wrong, It was too late to try to correct his son's temperament.
Zhennan Wang said warmly: "Your Highness, this king has ordered someone to clean up a quiet courtyard for Your Highness. It is rare for you to come to Luoyue City, so stay longer."
Nangong Yue frowned slightly, and was about to speak, when Yong Yang said: "My lord, I just live in Bixiaotang."
"Your Highness..." King Zhennan's complexion is not very good-looking, Yong Yang is here, but he doesn't live in the palace, he lives in Bixiaotang, what will outsiders think if they find out
Yong Yang asked lightly: "My lord, I remember that your wife was expelled by the emperor, who is in charge of the palace now?" Yong Yang's words can be regarded as knowingly asking, the emperor ordered the Wei family to temporarily take over the palace the middle feed.
"Returning to Your Highness, it's Concubine Wei." Zhennan Wang's face showed a bit of embarrassment, and then he remembered the current predicament of the palace. The main wife, Xiao Fang, has no imperial order now, and she is still confinement recently, so it is really inconvenient to entertain Yong Yang. Although the side concubine Wei is the second-rank side concubine who has been promoted to Yuxuan, she is still a concubine. The palace can't allow a concubine to entertain the emperor's aunt, Princess Yongyang, right
Yong Yang naturally saw Zhennan King's embarrassment, and said: "My lord, I don't like those red tapes, it's better to stay here temporarily at Bixiao Hall, and it's easier to get in and out."
Now that Yong Yang gave the step down, King Zhennan no longer forced himself, he hastily agreed.
Seeing Zhennan Wang's confused and uninitiated appearance, Yong Yang's face sank like water, and he began to feel glad that he came here.
If he doesn't come by himself, then who should preside over the Jiji ceremony for Yue'er? Xiao Fang's family, or the side concubine Wei
Ah Yi looked at Shukuang, but in fact he was really careful, just like his grandfather.