Chapter 201

This was Yunwan's first family banquet. The already bright and airy hall had been thoroughly cleaned and decorated with blooming flowers everywhere. The banquet was also very rich, with a total of twelve dishes, including both meat and vegetables, each one a feast for the eyes, nose, and palate.

Seeing that the banquet was so well-organized, both Shen Jun and Madam Zheng looked satisfied.

The family took their seats in order, and Shen Jun couldn't help but say, "As expected of a lady from a prominent family, this banquet is truly well-organized! Zi Rong is so lucky to have you as her wife!"

Yun Wan smiled sweetly: "Father-in-law, you flatter me. It is my blessing to be able to marry my husband."

Zheng's gaze was also gentle.

During this period, Shen Rang would occasionally visit Liuyun Garden. Although he never stayed overnight there, it was still much better than before.

At this rate, it won't be too late for Li Yunwan to give birth.

As long as Yunwan can give birth to the eldest son, she will no longer interfere in the affairs of Shenrang's household.

At this moment, everyone really did look like a family.

Meanwhile, Yunxi, dressed and ready, twirled in front of the bronze mirror.

Wearing a bright red dress with layers of skirt that resembled blooming camellias, she looked absolutely stunning.

Yunxi felt a little awkward: "Isn't this outfit... a bit too formal?"

She was just going to the front yard to have a meal with Duan Huaichuan, why was she dressed like this...?

"It should be more grand!" Jixiang and Le'an said in unison.

The two looked at each other and smiled.

Seeing that both of them said so, Yunxi had no choice but to compromise: "Then take the gifts and let's go."

"Go?" The two blinked. "Where to?"

“Let’s go to the front yard,” Yunxi said. “It’s rare to be at the Marquis’s residence with Brother Huaichuan, so of course we should celebrate the Winter Solstice together.”

It's better than both of them being alone.

Le An's expression immediately changed, and she spoke with difficulty: "Those gifts, they wouldn't also be for Young Master Duan, would they?"

“Yes,” Yunxi looked at her strangely, “what else?”

Jixiang and Le'an stared at each other stiffly.

Isn't that the end of it?

They thought Yunxi had prepared a gift for Shen Rang, and that Shen Rang already knew about it. What if he didn't receive the gift in the end...?

They simply couldn't imagine the consequences.

Just then, a maidservant hurried upstairs and said, "Madam, the madam has sent someone to tell you that she wants you to come over."

"Madam?" Yunxi was stunned.

Did Madam Zheng call her over?

The maid nodded: "It was indeed someone from the Madam's side who came."

Although Yunxi was puzzled, she had no choice but to say, "I'll change my clothes and go."

Her outfit was far too flamboyant; if she wore it to such a scene, it would definitely cause a lot of trouble.

The maid nodded and went to deliver the message.

Yunxi hurriedly changed into a simple set of clothes and put on a thick cloak. She also told Jixiang to take the gifts to the front yard before heading to the family banquet.

Not only Yunxi, but even Le'an was puzzled the whole way.

Concubines are not allowed to participate in such formal family banquets. This has always been the case in the Marquis's mansion. What's going on this time?

Since changing clothes had already taken some time, the master and servant hurried along the way and arrived in no time.

Before I even entered, I heard a voice: "My lord, does the young mistress not want me here? Look at her sour face! The madam hasn't said anything, yet she dares to treat me like this! My lord, you must stand up for me!"

Upon hearing this voice, everyone understood everything.

Aunt Chen.

So this is the person who came over.

It's not surprising that she was called over.