The maid came hurriedly to announce, "Master, Madam, our aunt is back today, and the eldest lady told us to go to the front for dinner."
"Xiuzhu is back?" Wanruo's eyes lit up.
"She comes back eight times in a month. Is that anything strange?" Xie Xianyu glanced at her.
The little maid smiled awkwardly and said, "Madam said that it's rare for everyone in the family to be here today, and since there's a new arrival in the family room, it's a perfect time for a family dinner."
Wanruo nodded: "Okay, let's go now."
Xie Xianyu walked out, picked up Zhenzhen, Wanruo held Lin'er's hand, and the family of four went to the front yard.
"The master and the young lady are here."
The little maid passed the message, opened the curtain for them, and welcomed them into the hall.
"Brother, sister-in-law!" Xie Xiuzhu came over happily.
Zhenzhen immediately raised her hand: "Auntie, give me a hug."
Xie Xiuzhu took Zhenzhen over and kissed her face: "How come our Zhenzhen has become more beautiful again?"
Zhenzhen nodded proudly: "Zhenzhen, beautiful!"
Xie Xiuzhu pinched Lin'er's face again: "Lin'er has grown taller too."
Lin'er frowned, unhappy about being pinched on the face.
Wanruo pulled Xiuzhu to sit down: "Why did you come back alone? The young marquis didn't come? Where's Shu'er?"
A month ago, Xie Xiuzhu also gave birth to a daughter, who was three months older than Zhenzhen. Her name was Meng Jingshu, and this name was chosen by the Marquis' wife herself.
Lady Ding'an Marquis only hoped that her granddaughter would be well-behaved and sensible, and that the Meng family would not produce another troublemaker. So, against all odds, she gave her such a gentle and quiet name, placing her best hopes on it.
Xie Xiuzhu immediately frowned and snorted, "I won't go with him!"
Wanruo: “…”
The eight girls were quarreling again.
The family banquet at the mansion today was quite lively. People from the first, second and fourth rooms were all here. Men and women sat at two tables. Since they were all family members, there was no need to set up a screen.
The eldest lady glared at Xie Xiuzhu and said, "You are already married and still acting like a fool. Even if you come back by yourself, at least bring Shu'er to me."
The eldest lady was already numb to the fact that Xie Xiuzhu was returning to her parents' home, and she didn't even bother to ask the reason.
Xie Xiuzhu said awkwardly, "My mother-in-law took Shu'er on a boat trip."
The eldest lady glared at her again, and Wanruo changed the subject: "Fourth sister-in-law just gave birth. Xiuzhu, go see her after dinner. Fourth sister-in-law is still in confinement and can't come to the family dinner today."
Xie Xiuzhu nodded immediately: "I came back just to see Fourth Sister-in-law!"
The eldest lady snorted and didn't even bother to say anything to her.
Zhenzhen raised her hands: "Zu Li, give me a hug!"
The eldest lady quickly took Zhenzhen over and smiled, "Zhenzhen, are you hungry?"
Xie Xiuzhu patted her chest in fear, pulled Wanruo closer, and said in a low voice, "Fortunately, you reacted quickly, otherwise my mother would have scolded me again."
Madam Yu smiled and said, "Ming'er's wife gave birth to a child recently, thanks to Wanruo. She spent a lot of effort on it. I haven't thanked you yet."
Wan Ruo quickly said, "You are too polite, Auntie. Now the housekeeping matters are in my hands, and this is what I should do."
There is responsibility, but whether it is loose or tight is ultimately decided by the housekeeper.
Wanruo was very concerned about the birth of her son's daughter-in-law. She allocated as much money and manpower as possible and gave face to Madam Ni. How could Madam Ni not remember this favor?
The eldest lady also smiled and said, "It's her private matter, it's nothing."
Madam Yu couldn't help but laugh: "Isn't that so? Today I heard from some housekeepers that they went to question the young mistress, but the master dealt with them. No wonder Xian'er has been so smart since he was young. He can learn anything quickly."
Wanruo's face flushed. "I got up late today, and he happened to be at home on his day off, so I took advantage of it."
Madam Yu smiled and said, "I used to think Xian'er was aloof, but I never thought he was the one who loved his wife the most."
The eldest lady was too lazy to say anything, as she was used to it anyway.
The elder master on the other side sternly lectured Xie Xianyu, "How can a man like you meddle in the trivial matters of the inner chambers? If this gets out, you'll be laughed at."
Xie Xianyu said calmly, "The Qi family and the country govern the world. If you can't even handle trivial matters, how can you rule the world? Father, you worry too much."
"you!"
The eldest master was so angry that he had a heart attack. He really had no idea what to do with his son.
Everyone quickly interrupted and changed the subject.
Just as the place was bustling with activity, a little maid came in and announced, "My son-in-law is here."
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