Bai's blunt words embarrassed Su Renyi and the others once again.
But Bai Shi was not only the Holy King's Dowager Consort, but also had a special status. Even Consort Su had to give her some leeway, so they couldn't afford to offend her. Therefore, even Zhong Shi didn't dare to say anything.
Su Xuening smiled at Bai Shi and said, "Aren't there still some things that haven't been sorted out? Today, my second uncle and I will sort everything out, and tomorrow we will send them away from the mansion."
Bai nodded in satisfaction, then glanced at Su Renyi and said, "Then settle the score properly. If there are any things that are unclear, I can send someone over to help you settle them."
Who couldn't understand the blatant warning from Bai's words?
Su Xuening knew that Madam Bai was backing her up, so she smiled and curtsied, saying, "Thank you for your kindness, Your Highness, but I don't need it for now."
If she has to get involved in every little thing, then Su Xuening is as useless as tofu!
Seeing that the auspicious time was almost over, Granny Shang finally couldn't help but remind Madam Bai: "Your Highness, the auspicious time has arrived, and the betrothal gifts should be delivered to the residence."
Only then did Bai Shi seem to remember the important matter, and looked at Di Su, the head steward of the Holy King's Mansion: "Then let's begin!"
"Yes," Di Su replied, then loudly announced, "The betrothal gifts have been delivered to the mansion!"
"Crackling and popping!" With Di Su's announcement, the servants of the General's Mansion lit the celebratory firecrackers.
"Welcoming the betrothal gifts!" The steward of the General's Mansion also announced.
Amidst the crackling of celebratory whips, Di Su took out the betrothal gift list from the Holy King's Palace and began to read it aloud.
"The Holy King's Mansion prepares the following betrothal gifts: one mutton-fat jade ring, a pair of mutton-fat jade rings, a pair of mutton-fat jade earrings, one mutton-fat jade hairpin, a pair of mutton-fat jade bracelets, a pair of mutton-fat jade waist pendants, a pair of mutton-fat jade ruyi scepters, a mutton-fat jade Guanyin statue, a mutton-fat jade screen, and a mutton-fat jade paperweight..."
The first load of betrothal gifts carried in completely stunned the onlookers.
"My goodness, this betrothal gift is too extravagant!"
"Yes, any one item from this betrothal gift would be enough for us to live on for a lifetime."
"So many mutton fat jade items! It's like they've sent an entire mutton fat jade mine to the General's Mansion!"
Amidst the astonished gazes of the crowd, Di Su began to announce the remaining betrothal gifts: "A pair of red agate beaded earrings, a green agate necklace, a pair of black agate bracelets, a pair of agate and purple jade waist pendants, a pair of agate and glass sword tassels, and a quatrefoil screen made of agate..."
"A pair of purple coral earrings, a pair of red coral butterfly and flower bracelets, a white coral magnolia hairpin, a red coral double happiness hair ornament, a pink coral necklace, and a red coral five blessings and longevity ornament..."
"One jade thumb ring, a pair of jade rings, a pair of jade dragon pendants, a jade ruyi lock, a jade begonia hairpin, a pair of high-ice jade bracelets, a full-green jade beaded string, a jade toad ornament, and a jade Buddha offering longevity at the West Pond..."
Each time a betrothal gift was carried in, everyone thought it was already top-tier, but little did they know that each subsequent load was even more extravagant. Every single load was a delightful surprise!
From mutton fat jade to agate and coral, and then to jadeite, lapis lazuli, blood jade, black jade, pearls, beeswax, amber, and crystal, there are all kinds of treasures that you can't even imagine or hear about.
Needless to say, the precious fabrics, rare woods, fine porcelain, original calligraphy and paintings, and antique treasures that followed were of a level they had never even heard of. And then there was the countless amounts of gold and silver that were beyond their reach.
Su Feiling and Madam Zhong were so jealous they were almost going crazy as they watched the endless stream of betrothal gifts being carried into the General's Mansion.
The Holy Princess Consort has actually prepared so many betrothal gifts for Su Xuening; she's simply insane!
Even if it were the Third Prince's wedding, Consort Su probably wouldn't prepare such a large dowry.
Where did the Holy King's Dowager get so many good things? If these betrothal gifts were for them, that would be wonderful!
Seeing the insanely jealous expressions on Su Feiling and Zhong Shi's faces, Su Xuening felt a sense of pride.
It must be said that the dowry from the Holy King's Consort was indeed too extravagant!
The betrothal gifts were carried for a full hour before the long line of gifts on the street finally began to end.
Di Su, who was announcing the news at the gate, was almost hoarse, and the people couldn't help but sigh again.
"These are truly countless treasures! The Holy King's Mansion has really gone all out this time. The Holy King's Dowager has spared no expense in this betrothal gift."
"I heard that the Holy Princess Dowager is very fond of Miss Su. The Emperor originally intended to betroth Miss Su to the Third Prince as his concubine, but the Holy Princess Dowager intercepted the plan halfway."
"Even the Holy King's Dowager Princess came personally to propose marriage, doesn't that mean you like her?"
"This Miss Su is so beautiful, and she is also the descendant of a loyal martyr and a noble lady. How could anyone not like her?"
"Then it would be better to become the Third Prince's principal wife. I heard that the Third Prince is very fond of Miss Su. If Miss Su marries the Third Prince, she will surely win his favor."
"That's right, the Third Prince has the best chance of inheriting the throne. If Miss Su marries the Third Prince, she might become the Empress!"
"I heard that the Holy King is in poor health, and now it seems he is terminally ill. I also heard that the Holy King is cursed to bring misfortune to his wives. I wonder if Miss Su will live to enjoy this wealth and luxury!"
Bai was initially quite happy that these people were praising her daughter-in-law, but their subsequent remarks made her unhappy.
Now that Zhan'er's condition is indeed not good, Bai suddenly felt that she was being a bit selfish. What if their Zhan'er really doesn't wake up?
Ptooey! Ptooey! Ptooey!
Their Zhan'er is very lucky and will definitely be alright. Su Xuening is a blessed person; with her bringing good luck to Zhan'er, he will surely wake up.
Su Feiling felt somewhat better after hearing those words.
What's so great about such a large dowry? If the Holy King is truly short-lived, Su Xuening will be a widow for the rest of her life. If the Holy King is a jinx to his wives, then Su Xuening herself will be in grave danger.
Even if the Holy King is a good person, his status is still inferior to that of Xuan Yuan Yu. As long as she can marry Xuan Yuan Yu, Su Xue Ning will have to be subservient to him for the rest of her life!
With this thought, Su Feiling felt relieved, and the expression of jealousy on her face disappeared, replaced by disdain.
Su Xuening heard those words, but her face remained calm, without any displeasure or sadness.
She was willing to enter the Holy King's Palace, not for the sake of the Holy King, but for the sake of the child in her womb.
It's better that the Holy King is dead, because then she and her child will have a way to survive!
Madam Bai also stole a glance at Su Xuening, noticing her calm expression and how she wasn't affected by the people's words. Madam Bai was even more satisfied with this daughter-in-law.
"Knock knock knock!"
"Imperial edict has arrived!"
Just as the long procession of betrothal gifts in front of the General's Mansion was coming to an end, another group of people carried something into the street in a grand procession.
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