Chapter 231 Concubine Liang wants to give a gift to Yuan Wanru
This was the first time Yuan Wanru met Concubine Liang.
To be honest, Concubine Liang and Liang Yusong look somewhat similar, but if you look closely, Concubine Liang is not as pretty as Liang Yusong.
She had her hair combed in an elegant peony bun, her hair was kept black and shiny, and on the bun was a ruby and gold hairpin. The huge rubies were bright and sparkling.
The intricate and gorgeous brocade palace dress exudes luxury and grandeur when worn. Her every move reveals calmness and confidence, which makes up for the shortcomings of her appearance.
Princess An Ning was dressed just as well as Concubine Liang.
The winter clothes are made of tribute satin and Shu brocade. The collar and cuffs are embroidered with cloud and bat patterns in gold thread with delicate needlework. The hem of the skirt is dotted with tiny pearls and gems, which are dazzling and brilliant.
Although the Crown Princess was the host, Concubine Liang and Princess An Ning were the elders, so these two sat in the main seat, and the Crown Princess' seat was slightly lower.
The Crown Princess made an opening speech, "Winter is coming soon. The winds have been strong these past two days and it is not suitable to go out. So I came up with an idea to hold a flower viewing banquet in the warm pavilion. We can find an excuse to have some fun."
"I just mentioned it casually. Concubine Liang, Aunt An Ning, and the Queen's Aunt are all very supportive. They sent a lot of potted plants over. Thank you for your trouble, elders."
There are twenty or thirty pots of green plants in the room, each with a different shape.
They are neatly arranged on the other side of the house, adding vitality and elegance.
These potted plants, including wintersweets, pine branches, green bamboos, orchids, daffodils, etc., exude the fragrance of nature. When you are among them, your mood will unconsciously become much better.
The Princess of Qin spoke in a soft voice and slowly, which was pleasant to listen to.
"The one who has to worry the most is the Crown Princess. I just took three pots of 'Three Friends of Winter'."
Mrs. Wang, who was from the house of the Minister of Rites, said with a smile, "So the 'Three Friends of Winter' were sent by the Princess. When I first saw the wintersweet, I loved it very much."
The Princess of Qin and Madam Wang are likely to become in-laws. "If Madam Wang likes it, you can take it away after the banquet."
Mrs. Wang was not polite either, "Then I will shamelessly accept it."
Princess An Ning said happily: "The pearls of his family will be sent to your home. I hope you will take good care of them in the future. It's just a pot of wintersweet, please take it generously."
Although the marriage proposal between Murong Ling and Mr. Wang San was not widely publicized, the circle was so small and everyone was well-informed, so everyone knew everything they should know.
Everyone couldn't help but laugh. Yuan Wanru glanced at Murong Ling, who had a stern face and was obviously unhappy.
Mrs. Wang was sitting next to Princess Qin, so she naturally would not miss Murong Ling's expression, but she didn't care.
What she valued was the favor between the Prince of Qin's Mansion and Princess An Ning, not Murong Ling as a person.
If my son is not living a happy life, I can let him take a concubine in a few years.
After drinking tea and chatting for a while, the Crown Princess invited everyone present to come and admire the potted plants.
The banquet room was very large, and even with so many people walking around inside, it didn't feel crowded.
Sun Haining and Yuan Wanru walked the slowest and fell behind.
Sun Haining whispered to Yuan Wanru: "I really don't like being stuck in the house and looking at these flowers and plants."
She only likes to wield swords, tend to flowers and plants, and appreciate and comment on things. For her, it is a real waste of time.
However, Sun Huanzhi analyzed the purpose of this banquet to her. It was another way of "showing favor" and a social event, and she could not be willful.
Sun Huan's words "This is also the way to be an official" blocked all of Sun Haining's excuses.
Yuan Wanru couldn't help but tease her when she heard her complain, "Now, you are being held in the hands of Sun Shizi."
Sun Haining's eyes sparkled, "That's right."
It can be seen that although she didn't like it, she still tried hard to learn and adapt. She must have learned a lot of "way of being an official" following Sun Huanzhi during these days.
That's a good thing.
When two people get together, they have endless things to talk about.
Liang Yusong pretended to be casual and glanced at Yuan Wanru. The woman was cute and playful, young and beautiful, and really had a good appearance.
However, if she were to be destroyed and defiled, she would probably never have such a comfortable and clean smile again.
He walked around the potted plant and sat down again.
The Crown Princess asked about Kong Xiuyun's injuries with concern. Yuan Wanru could see that Mrs. Kong had a thick layer of powder on her face, probably to cover up her haggard look.
However, the tiredness in her eyes could not hide her exhausted condition.
"Thank you, Princess Consort, for your concern. The imperial physician has been treating me wholeheartedly day and night. I, your wife, am grateful for your grace."
"From now on, just take good care of it."
She didn't want to say more, otherwise, she might lose her composure on the spot.
A good child, but now he has a lame leg. What should he do with his life?
The Crown Princess also knew that the imperial physician had said that the injury was too severe and Kong Xiuyun's leg probably could not be cured.
What a pity.
When talking about this, Sun Haining's face looked unhappy. She clenched the teacup and held back.
Concubine Liang also expressed her concern and sent a lot of medicinal herbs to the Kong family.
Mrs. Kong had no choice but to stand up and express her gratitude. She thanked him repeatedly, but there was not much light in her eyes.
Yuan Wanru thought that after returning to Beijing, she could ask Su Shaodong to help Kong Xiuyun. Maybe there would be other ways.
While she was lost in thought, she heard Concubine Liang ask, "Mrs. Lu is so demure. During this period, thanks to the Lu family for taking care of Yu Shuang. I'm sorry for causing trouble to your family."
Yuan Wanru sneered secretly, knowing that it would cause trouble, but still refusing to leave?
Before she could say anything, Princess An Ning asked curiously, "Why does Yu Shuang want to live in the Lu family?"
Princess An Ning has not paid attention to news from the capital for a long time due to health reasons.
Liang Fei said helplessly: "My father has been traveling and has not returned yet. My second brother and his family are the only ones at home. They say that family disgrace should not be made public, but everyone knows about the Liang family's troubles in the early years. I have nothing to hide."
It was nothing more than talking about the incident in which the illegitimate son of the Liang family relied on his aunt's favor, and the Duke of Wei was partial to him and forced the eldest wife of the Liang family to be exiled.
"It just so happened that Yusong learned medical skills from her grandfather and happened to save Madam Lu who was returning from her mother's home to visit her relatives. That's why my brother shamelessly asked the Lu family to take care of Yusong for a while."
Concubine Liang looked at Yuan Wanru and said, "Madam Crown Prince has been very caring towards Yusong. As her aunt, I want to thank you on her behalf."
As she spoke, she took off one of her bracelets and asked the palace maid beside her to give it to Yuan Wanru.
Princess Qin covered her mouth and exclaimed, "Madam Liang, this bracelet was given to you by the Queen Mother when you were pregnant with the second prince. You are willing to give it up."
Concubine Liang smiled gently and said, "Princess Qin has a good eye. It is that yellow jade bracelet."
Giving her such a valuable thing for no reason does not seem right no matter how you think about it.
The palace maid walked up to Yuan Wanru with the bracelet in both hands, but Yuan Wanru didn't dare to take it.
"I am terrified. The head of the Lu family is the Marquis' wife. I don't interact much with Miss Liang, let alone take care of her. I don't want to receive gifts without merit. How dare I accept your majesty's generous gift? Please take back your order."
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