As Yinzhen guided Honghui's hand to write on the Xuan paper, Honghui's thoughts drifted far away.

He suddenly realized that his father also cared for him deeply, unlike his younger brothers. His father's affection for him wasn't just pampering; it was more like the importance his mother had mentioned.

Mother had reminded herself that people in the main courtyard didn't need to be pampered, just valued.

So Honghui gripped the pen tightly, determined to write the best characters he could!

While Honghui and Yinzhen were practicing calligraphy together, the others watched the spectacle from the sidelines.

Yierha knew he shouldn't disturb them at this time, so he sat obediently with Hutuli in his arms, while Fengsheng'e was very interested in writing.

He walked over shakily, without taking a pen, but dipped his little finger in the ink and began to draw.

Yierha originally wanted to say something, but after glancing at Changning and seeing that neither Changning nor his father intended to stop him, he swallowed his words.

Feng Sheng'e was small in stature, but he was very focused on his work. He stared at the character that Yinzhen had written, and then he wrote his first character in a similar manner.

Yinzhen was very satisfied. Although the character was almost unrecognizable without careful examination, and the character "顺" (shùn) looked like "没" (méi), his son's diligent attitude towards learning made him very gratified.

"Fengsheng's forehead has grown bigger, and he's also become interested in writing. That's good."

Yinzhen smiled and held Fengsheng in his arms. He then watched Honghui diligently and undisturbedly finish practicing a large character before calling everyone to have their meal together.

Honghui rarely dined at Qingzhi Courtyard, and he looked at the dishes on the table with some curiosity.

In Changning, meals are never served on a large table or with seven large plates and eight large bowls, so they don't look as plentiful as in the main courtyard, but they are still very abundant and much more appetizing.

Right in the center was a big pot of chicken stew with mushrooms. The chicken was stewed until it was tender and falling off the bone, and even the broth was thickened. The mushrooms also had a unique aroma.

Feng Sheng'e was almost unable to resist the sight of meat, but Hu Tuli was very interested in another new dish. She excitedly picked up a piece and asked, "Mother, Mother, what is this? Eat! Eat!"

Yinzhen and Honghui Yierha also saw it; it was a thin, crispy piece, half sprinkled with chili powder and the other half left as is.

Changning explained, "These are called potato chips. They're made by slicing potatoes into thin slices, deep-frying them at high temperatures, and then frying them repeatedly until they turn golden brown. They're crispy and crunchy. Since you kids can't eat spicy food, you can eat the other side without chili powder."

Sure enough, the children were very interested in these fried potato chips.

However, the two little ones are still young, so we didn't dare let them eat too much fried food. They only had a bite each, and the main thing they ate was steamed eggs.

Changning loves to eat chicken stew with mushrooms, and she even asked Eunuch Ma to add some glass noodles. The glass noodles absorb the broth perfectly and taste best with rice.

Yinzhen did the same. After eating two pieces of chicken, he focused on eating mushrooms and vermicelli, and even wiped the corners of Hutuli's mouth as she ate happily.

Everyone enjoyed the meal.

Honghui was taught not to speak while eating or sleeping. This was the case in his mother's main courtyard and also in his father's front courtyard.

However, he discovered that in Qingzhi Courtyard, Fucha's mother did not follow this rule. She always spoke with a smile and served food to herself and her older sister.

Even my father, he was so relaxed in Qingzhi Courtyard, unlike his usual self.

It's as if he's only truly himself here, while elsewhere he exudes an imposing aura without ever showing anger.

Upon realizing this, Honghui became somewhat unhappy.

After having their meal, Honghui and Yierha returned to the main courtyard.

Yinzhen wouldn't stay here in the afternoon either. He had to go out of the manor. Before leaving, he told Changning that he probably wouldn't have time to come see her in the next few days. If she got bored, she could go out for a stroll. If she was too lazy to move, she could ask Meng Guqing to keep her company.

Changning was quite happy. She planned to take the two little ones to visit her eldest brother's residence. She had already visited her third sister-in-law a few days ago after she gave birth, so she didn't want to disturb her recovery any longer.

It just so happens that my second brother and sister-in-law are also in Beijing, so it would be nice for the whole family to get together at my eldest brother's place.

Fucha Changhua was delighted to receive the invitation and learn that his sister was coming. He discussed with his wife, Dong Eshi, how to receive her.

Lady Fucha, née Suochuoluo, had been staying with her eldest son for the past few days. Seeing that they were preparing to entertain distinguished guests and even wanted to pick out a long table made of rosewood from the storeroom, she quickly stopped them.

"Alright, why go through all that trouble? Your sister is coming, it's like family visiting relatives, all this fuss makes it seem like you're being a stranger."

Dong Eshi wasn't very good at speaking Northeastern dialect, but she could understand her mother-in-law's words. She hesitated for a moment and said, "After all, my sister is the Prince's concubine, and the Prince cares so much about Doxihun. He even personally chose a tutor for him. It has to be a grand affair. Besides, there are two nephews and nieces here!"

Sochuo Luo retorted, "Don't I know my own daughter? You're doing this to her, and she'll feel uncomfortable! Forget it, you should just prepare what to eat tomorrow, and then carefully select the things to give her. Otherwise, it's always inconvenient to send them to the mansion. Take advantage of her visit and send them all to her at once."

Changhua felt that her mother was right, so she advised Dong'e Shi, "Mother is right. My sister likes the warmth and closeness of family. Don't make it too grand. Instead, pack all the things you want to give to my sister so that it won't be inconvenient to give them to her later."

So when Changning arrived at the Fucha residence with two beautifully dressed twins, who looked like a perfect couple, she was pulled to sit on the kang (a heated brick bed).

Changning said, "Hmm, it has that Northeastern kang (heated brick bed) feel to it."

The children were all put together. Feng Sheng'e and Hu Tuli were sitting together, solving the nine-linked ring puzzle with Chang Hua's second son, A Lin'a.

Arlina and the two little ones were born in the same year. Compared to his older brother Doshihui's cleverness, he was more honest and simple. He had a silly smile and would just scratch his head when Hutuli took his toy.

Changning's second sister-in-law, Su Jia, was sitting to one side holding her youngest daughter. She was very beautiful, with willow-leaf eyebrows, and her smile was like a spring breeze that made people feel all warm and fuzzy. She also spoke in a soft, gentle voice.

Then look at her second brother, a burly man with a scruffy beard and thick body hair, sitting to one side like a mountain, speaking in a rough voice, "Ningning, now that you're doing well, your second brother is at ease, otherwise I'd always be thinking about you. Tell me, what a wonderful person my sister is, how could she end up as a concubine? The Ulanara family is nothing..."

Before he could finish speaking, Changhua glared at him fiercely and rebuked him sharply, "Second brother! You're muddle-headed! You've been an official for several years now, and you still don't know the saying 'trouble comes from the mouth'?"

Evergreen realized he had spoken too quickly and reluctantly shut his mouth.

Changning smiled. "I know my second brother is worried about me. But I'm doing fine now. The Prince treats me well, and I have a noble status in the manor, not to mention I have three children! As long as our family is together and safe and sound, that's enough."