Mo Yunhan patted Zheng Chengye's head and was about to sit down next to Jiang Qingwan.
Zheng Chengye sat down before him.
"I want to sit with my cousin and his wife."
Song Yushu was taken aback for a moment, but he just thought that the children liked new people and didn't take it seriously. He raised his hand and told Yutao and Yuying to serve the dishes immediately.
"I've prepared the roast chicken you loved last time. Let's have a couple more drinks tonight to celebrate you becoming part of our family."
She genuinely loved Jiang Qingwan, but she also knew that Mo Yunhan's haste in bestowing the marriage must have had a deeper meaning.
As for what the future holds, she is extremely optimistic.
After all, she had never seen Mo Yunhan care so much about protecting a woman.
Lian'er and Li Dou also hurriedly opened the wine jar and placed it on the table.
The rich and delicate fragrance of Daughter Red wine instantly spread.
Song Yushu's eyebrows twitched involuntarily, and his expression became somewhat strange.
"Is this the Daughter's Red wine from the backyard? Why are you thinking of drinking this wine today?"
This wine was prepared by Mo Yunhan for Yun Xiaoran's wedding.
Today, Yun Xiaoran entered the mansion as a concubine, and it was rather strange that they opened this wine during the banquet.
Zheng Chengye replied, "Didn't Mother say today is a joyous occasion? What's wrong with drinking Daughter's Red wine on a joyous occasion?"
Although Song Yushu felt something was amiss, he couldn't explain it and could only give an awkward laugh.
Jiang Qingwan turned to look at Mo Yunhan at this moment, her eyes clear and with a hint of amusement.
"Is this wine still not safe to drink?"
For some reason, Mo Yunhan always felt that these words contained a knife.
It sounds incredibly soothing to the ears.
It tasted just right, as if it had been seasoned with vinegar.
His dark eyes swept over them, his voice indifferent, "They're all yours, drink if you want."
Jiang Qingwan withdrew her gaze, nodded with satisfaction, and deliberately said, "It should be worth quite a bit of silver."
Zheng Chengye found her mercenary and looked down on her even more.
All sorts of dishes were served quickly, and the plate of golden-yellow, crispy roast chicken was placed in front of Jiang Qingwan. The chili peppers on it, after being roasted, had an even more tempting aroma and flavor.
Just as Song Yushu, as an elder, was about to offer a cup of wine, Yun Xiaoran's charming voice rang out from outside the courtyard gate.
"Aunt, Brother Yunhan."
Under the moonlight, Yun Xiaoran wore a plain light blue dress, her hair styled in a traditional Chinese updo. She had shed the makeup she wore during the day, only applying floral decorations, making her appear less spoiled and more like a lotus emerging from clear water—a beauty that was pure and natural.
She walked in gracefully, carrying a food box in her hand, and stopped a few steps away to give a gentle bow.
"Greetings, Sister Jiang."
Before anyone else could react, Zheng Chengye had already stood up and gone to greet him.
"Sister Xiaoran, you're here! Perfect timing! We haven't eaten yet. What delicious food did you make? Put it all out here."
He greeted her warmly, forcibly pressing Yun Xiaoran to sit to Mo Yunhan's left, while he himself sat back in his original spot.
"Mother, your son thinks this daughter's red blossoms are exceptionally beautiful. The dowry that my cousin buried for Sister Xiaoran back then, today we open it and drink to celebrate Sister Xiaoran's entry into the family. It can be said that heaven and earth have made perfect love."
After he finished speaking, he turned to Jiang Qingwan.
"Sister-in-law, what do you think?"
Jiang Qingwan glanced at him, then at Yun Xiaoran.
He casually tore off a chicken leg, saying, "There's still plenty of wine in the backyard. If it's not enough, I'll send someone to get more. But you can't take this roast chicken."
She put it to her lips and took a bite, immediately feeling the lingering fragrance on her lips and teeth.
Lian'er, unwilling to see her young mistress being bullied, went over to pour her some wine.
"This servant is ignorant and has never heard of using Daughter's Red wine to celebrate the concubine's entry into the household before."
The atmosphere was already tense, and these words made it even more volatile.
Zheng Chengye was young and couldn't control his temper.
He felt that the master and servant were both too arrogant, and that a mere maid dared to bully his sister Xiaoran, so he was about to reprimand them.
Yun Xiaoran looked up with a sorrowful expression.
"Does Sister Jiang also think Xiaoran is unworthy?"
Just the right amount of tears rolled down her cheeks, her eyes fixed on Mo Yunhan out of the corner of her eye, waiting for him to feel sorry for her and protect her.
At this moment, Mo Yunhan looked at Zheng Yecheng, his dark eyes filled with unknown emotions, deep and suppressed.
"Today is not a day of rest, why have you suddenly returned to the manor?"
Zheng Chengye's heart skipped a beat, and the anger that had just risen instantly vanished. He didn't even dare to meet her eyes, and said in a low voice with his head down, "I missed my mother, so I came back to see her."
Whether it was the truth or a lie, Mo Yunhan could tell at a glance, but in the end, he couldn't bear to be harsh.
"Your task now is to study hard. What's happening outside is none of your business. Don't get distracted."
After saying that, he stood up and prepared to leave.
Yun Xiaoran quickly grabbed his wrist, her eyes brimming with spring-like tenderness.
"Brother Yunhan, I am now your concubine. The Empress Dowager herself issued the decree and even bestowed upon me a dragon and phoenix cup. Tonight, you will be with Xiaoran, right?"
Mo Yunhan turned his head and looked down at her.
"A gift from the Empress Dowager?"
Yun Xiaoran nodded immediately.
"Yes, it was delivered personally by Granny Gui. We younger generation must not let her down."
As she spoke, she let go of his hand, opened the food box, took out a plate of white jade steamed cakes, and stared at Mo Yunhan again with adoration.
Do you remember this?
A strange glint flashed in Mo Yunhan's eyes.
Yun Yaoyao always gave him steamed white jade cakes as a snack.
After being reprimanded by Mo Yunhan, Zheng Chengye dared not speak recklessly again, fearing that his collusion with Yun Xiaoran would be exposed. He simply lowered his head and poked at the bowls and plates in front of him.
Jiang Qingwan glanced at him and suddenly spoke in a low voice.
"Since she is a concubine personally bestowed by the Empress Dowager, she should be married tonight."
"Madam Song, please send some wine and dishes over; we mustn't be impolite."
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