Chapter 385: A day-long banquet
"Grandpa, today is the day we move into our new home."
"Wait a minute, let's set off the firecrackers first." After Sheng Yunshao finished speaking, he turned his gaze to the firecrackers placed aside.
Xiao Chengjin looked at the horses and instructed Yu Beichen, "There will be a lot of noise later. Unload the things from the carriage and take the horses away."
"I obey your order!"
At this moment, Madam Nangong was holding Jiang Ruo's hand, and she was so excited that she could no longer speak.
Jiang Ruo gently soothed her, "Grandma, don't get excited."
Mu Wange hugged the youngest and advised, "Mom, today is a happy day, you can't cry."
Jiang Ruo looked at the quiet and well-behaved Nangong Yu and took it with a smile: "Good boy, little Yu, come and let your sister hold you."
Mu Wange, like before, handed the child in her arms to Jiang Ruo.
Now the old lady has no time to get excited.
"Wange, how could you let the Queen hold..."
"Mom, your daughter-in-law forgot." Mu Wange panicked and was about to pick him up.
Jiang Ruo certainly understood what the mother-in-law and daughter-in-law meant.
She lowered her voice and said, "Aunt, I'll hold it for a while and then give it back to you."
Xiao Chengjin turned his head to glance at Nangong Yu in Jiang Ruo's arms, and complained inwardly: Little one, since you are so cute, let Ruo Ruo hold you for a while.
Old Madam Nangong and Mu Wange looked at each other: Ruo, the Queen seems to like children very much.
By the way, they have been married for so long, why don’t they have any children?
Thinking of this, the mother-in-law and daughter-in-law glanced at Xiao Chengjin secretly...
Xiao Chengjin: "......"
What kind of look is that?
What are you doubting?
After Yu Beichen ordered the horses to be taken away, he came to Xiao Chengjin and said with a bow, "Your Majesty, the horses have been taken away. You can set off the firecrackers now."
Xiao Chengjin nodded slightly, "I understand."
After hearing this, Sheng Yunshao took two steps forward and whispered, "Son-in-law, I'd like to take this opportunity to say a few words..."
"Okay, I'll leave this important occasion to my father-in-law." The corners of Xiao Chengjin's lips rose unconsciously.
"Thank you, son-in-law." After Sheng Yunshao finished speaking, he shook Princess Anran's hand.
He cleared his throat and shouted, raising his voice slightly, "Today is the auspicious day for our two families to move into a new home. Thank you all for coming and supporting us."
"We're going to set off firecrackers soon, everyone please step back a little and keep an eye on your children."
After hearing this, the people quickly retreated to a safe place.
The guards quickly placed firecrackers at the gate of the mansion and waited for orders.
After Sheng Yunshao finished shouting, he waved to Old Man Nangong, "Old Man, come over and say a few words."
When moving into a new house, a sense of ceremony is essential.
Old Master Nangong approached Sheng Yunshao with a slightly reserved attitude, and the two of them huddled together and whispered for a while.
.......
"In order to thank you all for your support, the Father-in-law's Mansion and the Imperial Merchant's Mansion will jointly hold a one-day banquet. I hope everyone will eat and drink well." Old Man Nangong said excitedly.
Sheng Yunshao said at the right moment: "Everyone will also receive a small red envelope."
As soon as the words fell, the people shouted loudly: "Thank you, father-in-law, thank you, Mr. Nangong..."
Immediately afterwards, there was thunderous applause.
Jiang Qinian, who was hiding behind the door, was so angry that he almost vomited blood after listening to these passionate words.
A fake father-in-law of the emperor dared to be so rampant.
Humph! You're just a cheap merchant...
Xiao Chengjin covered Jiang Ruo's ears, and Jiang Ruo covered Nangong Yu's ears.
Nangong Yi and Mu Wange each protected a child, their excitement beyond words.
Sheng Yunshao squeezed Princess Anran's palm and said, "Ruoxin, are you happy?"
"Of course I'm happy to move into a new house." Princess Anran curled her lips and smiled.
Sheng Yunshao looked up at the position of the sun and took a deep breath. "Auspicious time..."
At this moment, there was a commotion in the crowd, "Father-in-law, wait a minute..."
The Minister of Rites, Lord Wu, came over, sweating and panting.
The servant beside him was carrying two gift boxes and was panting with exhaustion.
The same was true for the ministers who followed behind...
The ministers stopped and knelt down, kowtowed, and said, "Your humble servants pay their respects to the Emperor and the Empress. Long live the Emperor, long live the Emperor, and a thousand years, ...
Your Majesty, you have gone too far.
Such a big thing, but they didn’t even mention it during the morning court session.
If we hadn't heard others shouting about this, we would still be kept in the dark.
I hurried back home to prepare the gifts and came here in a carriage...
Xiao Chengjin lowered his hands from covering Jiang Ruo's ears and said, "My dear ministers, please stand up."
Why are you all here to join in the fun instead of just doing your duty?
"Thank you, Your Majesty." After the ministers stood up, they swiftly saluted Sheng Yunshao and the others, "Your humble servants pay their respects to Your Highness the Princess and Your Majesty the Emperor's father-in-law."
"No need to be so polite, everyone." Princess Anran said with a smile.
The Minister of Rites, Lord Wu, bowed to Xiao Chengjin and said, "Your Majesty, I have checked the almanac and today is an auspicious day for moving into a new house. Please allow me to preside over the ceremonials!"
Is this humble minister of rites just a decoration?
Xiao Chengjin raised his eyebrows, "Master Wu, you've arrived just in time. You will be the abbot!"
I originally wanted to help you save some money, but now you all rush to give me gifts.
Lord Wu was delighted and replied with a humble bow, "Thank you, Your Majesty."
Princess Anran saw this and turned her head to Sheng Yunshao and said, "Yunshao, let the Minister of Rites preside over it!"
When it comes to abbot ceremonies, Lord Wu is a professional.
Sheng Yunshao snorted coldly and muttered, "You dog official, you actually dare to steal my job."
Lord Wu took a few steps forward and restrained his expression.
He put on a solemn expression and shouted in a rhythmic voice: "The auspicious time has arrived, let's set off the firecrackers."
The guards took out the prepared fire sticks and lit the firecrackers...
"Crack, snap, bang..."
When the firecrackers sounded, everyone quickly covered their ears.
There was a joyful and festive atmosphere at the scene.
Jiang Qinian, who was hiding behind the door, was so frightened by the sound of firecrackers outside that he fell to the ground.
It's just moving into a new house, why is there such a big fuss?
All the civil and military officials who came here today will surely laugh at me secretly...
Thinking of the mocking faces of the adults, Jiang Qinian got up from the ground and walked into the yard angrily.
"A bunch of snobs."
"It really makes me angry."
Perhaps it was because of his excessive emotional fluctuations or because he was too angry, but when Jiang Qinian was walking quickly into the front hall, his eyes went dark and he fainted on the ground.
Aping, who was working in the backyard, had no idea about this.
As the firecrackers stopped, Xiao Chengjin looked around and said to the ministers, "My dear ministers, please do as you please."
The ministers bowed and replied, "Yes, Your Majesty."
They secretly glanced at the closed door of the Jiang Mansion.
I heard that Jiang Qinian hasn't even gone to the Imperial College recently. He must be so angry that he's bedridden!
What do you call this? You deserve it.
Xiao Chengjin called Yu Beichen over and whispered, "Be careful."
Yu Beichen bowed and said, "I obey your command."
Jiang Ruo came to Sheng Yunshao and whispered, "Dad, you and aunt go back home first. We will go over to accompany you later."
Sheng Yunshao waved his hand and said seriously, "Just stay in the Imperial Merchants Mansion and let everyone know that the Nangong family has a backer."
After all, he still has the identity of the prince consort.
Jiang Ruo covered her lips and smiled, "Dad is wise."
"Go and keep the old man company. I have Ruoxin with me."
After Sheng Yunshao finished speaking, he held Princess Anran's hand and came to the two Nangong elders, "Grandpa, Madam, we will go back to the mansion first. We will meet again after we are done."
"Okay, okay, let's drink tea and chat together when we have time." The two elders of Nangong couldn't stop smiling.
They had never expected that on their first day in Beijing, there would be such a big surprise waiting for them...
After Sheng Yunshao and the other man turned and left, the two Nangong elders looked at the mansion with shining eyes.
Xiao Chengjin curled his lips slightly, took Jiang Ruo's hand and walked forward and said, "Grandpa, grandma, come in quickly!"
"Your Majesty, Your Majesty, please."
The ministers discussed in low voices for a while, and finally decided: one group would go to the father-in-law's residence, and the other group would go to the imperial merchant's residence.
Nangong Yi smiled widely and bowed to the ministers, saying, "Thank you all for coming to support us today."
"My lords, please come into the mansion."
The gentlemen also smiled and bowed, saying, "Congratulations, Master Nangong, on moving into your new home."
Afterwards, they all quietly gave instructions to their servants.
Nangong Yi happily invited all the adults into the mansion, and then bowed to the people and said, "Dear young and old gentlemen, aunts, and sisters-in-law, thank you for coming to support us."
"The banquet will start soon, and we must eat and drink well."
"Thank you, Master Nangong."
When Chief Steward Lin saw the officials entering the palace, he greeted them with a smile, "My Lords, please take your seats."
Haha, you all have to thank me for getting the news.
Thinking of this, Manager Lin looked at Xiao Chengjin and Jiang Ruo guiltily.
Your Majesty, Your Majesty, I did not intend to spread the news.
Today's housewarming banquet not only invited the royal chef from the palace, but also the chefs and waiters from the two restaurants.
At this moment, there was a lot of busyness inside and outside the palace.
The imperial chefs, cooks and waiters inside and outside the kitchen were busy as hell.
Everyone sat at the table eating fruits and snacks, their faces full of surprise.
This "rich family" is different. The fruits and desserts are especially sweet.
The little phoenix stood on the roof, raised its little head and looked around.
What a lively scene.
I'm all looking forward to the coronation ceremony.
Before the banquet began, Xiao Chengjin made a gesture to Xiao Fenghuang.
The little phoenix spread its wings and flew into the air, letting out a few long cries.
After circling the two mansions several times, it shouted loudly, "The Emperor has decreed a banquet."
The atmosphere of the wedding banquet was once very high...
The backyard of the Jiang Mansion.
Ah Ping sniffed the aroma of meat and vegetables while absent-mindedly busying himself with his work.
When he heard Little Phoenix shout "Let's start the banquet", he touched his hungry stomach.
I’m so hungry!
Oh, let’s go and see how the master is doing?
A Ping put down the work in his hands and quietly came to the front yard.
Where is the master?
Could it be that he was so angry that he went back to the study?
When his eyes swept across the front hall door, he was startled.
Why is the master lying on the ground...
Immediately afterwards, the sound of Aping howling like a wolf came from the Jiang Mansion.
"Master, what's wrong with you?"
"Someone come, the master has fainted..."
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