The Su family was having breakfast in the dining hall when they heard that it was the Prince Gong's residence, and that the invitation was personally sent by the old Prince Gong. The Zhao family members were all stunned and stood there in place.
They were not very familiar with the other noble families, but they had long heard of the hereditary Prince Gong's Mansion.
Prince Gong was a man who fought alongside the late Emperor in numerous battles, saving him from danger on several occasions. Even the current Emperor respectfully addresses him as "Uncle Xiao." Why would he send an invitation so early in the morning?
However, Su Baishi and Su Dahu were perfectly aware of the situation. Ever since the Hundred Flowers Banquet in Tangshan Prefecture, Su Dahu had told Su Baishi about the relationship between Prince Gong's Mansion and Xiao Jinhan.
Now, the old prince's invitation to him is probably just a prelude.
The key thing is that he wants to see Hua'er.
Moreover, before coming to the capital, they had already prepared for the two families to meet, and even prepared gifts. The only thing they didn't expect was that the old prince would act so quickly and decisively.
They had barely settled in when the invitation arrived.
Su Bai's mind raced. Seeing that Su Hua had finished eating, she hurriedly called out, "Hua'er, change your clothes first. This one you're wearing is too plain. A young lady should wear something brighter."
And Da Hu, you should go back inside and change too. You can wear whatever you want at home, but you need to dress formally for the Prince's mansion.
Su Hua glanced at her dress, which her older sister had recently made for her. The hem was embroidered with clusters of apricot blossoms, making it anything but plain.
Seeing her expression, Su Sui smiled and continued, "Hua'er, come with me. I made you a few more clothes in different colors when I had some free time. Try them on and see if you like them."
As he spoke, he pulled the person toward the backyard.
Azheng raised an eyebrow and followed, "New clothes deserve new makeup, Xiaohua'er. Let me do your makeup later. You have great skin and delicate features. With makeup, you'll be so beautiful that people will be blinded by your brilliance..."
Su Hua's lips twitched.
It's just a meeting, but everyone in the family is making such a big deal out of it, which makes me inexplicably nervous.
After the three left, Madam Su urged Su Dahu to change his clothes, while she carefully checked the gifts prepared for Prince Gong's Mansion.
Wealthy families have many rules and etiquette; you have to send a formal invitation before you visit.
The initial greeting is essential, but it shouldn't be excessive either. The appropriate level of courtesy must be carefully observed so as not to be looked down upon.
After an incense stick has burned.
A-Zheng led the newly dressed woman out of the house. In the courtyard, Su Bai and the others were already waiting.
Upon hearing the sound, they looked up and were all stunned.
People who used to go out without makeup become incredibly attractive once they put on makeup.
Azheng glanced at everyone, then leaned closer to Su Baishi, winking playfully, "Auntie, look, does Xiaohua'er look good dressed like this?"
"Good! Good! Good..." Su Baishi came back to her senses and said "good" three times in a row. She put the conical hat next to her on her head and her slanted eyes were full of uncontrollable pride.
Her daughter has really grown up.
When Steward Yu arrived, he had prepared a carriage.
After Su Dahu and Su Hua left the mansion, they got into a carriage and drove for three streets before stopping.
"Princess Le'an, Young Master Su, we have arrived."
The voice of Butler Yu could be heard outside the car.
Through the carriage curtain, the Su siblings saw a mansion with red walls and green tiles. The vermilion main gate was wide open, with a pair of majestic stone lions standing on either side. The plaque above the gate, which read "Prince Gong's Mansion," resembled a dragon in flight, exuding a solemn and imposing aura.
The two stepped off the carriage and followed Steward Yu through the main gate, where they saw two sedan chairs parked behind the gate.
"Princess Le'an, Young Master Su, please get into the sedan chair." Steward Yu stopped and bowed to the two with a smile.
"Thank you, Butler Yu." Su Hua and her brother expressed their gratitude.
I couldn't help but gasp in amazement. Just how big must Prince Gong's mansion be? He even had to ride in a sedan chair at home.
As they walked further in the sedan chair, they finally understood the reason.
From the main gate, the sedan chair traveled for a full quarter of an hour without stopping. Every corridor, bridge, pavilion, and terrace in the palace seemed to be meticulously designed. Sitting in the sedan chair, it was as if a series of beautiful scenes were unfolding before one's eyes.
Just looking at it makes one feel refreshed and relaxed.
Moreover, it seems that the Prince Gong's Mansion is the only residence on this entire street.
Su Hua couldn't help but sigh. Rich people really know how to enjoy life. Unlike her county princess's mansion, which was just a short walk from the front gate to the back gate, not to mention the elaborate landscaping.
After another short while, the sedan chair came to a stop.
A quiet little courtyard appeared before us, with pear branches extending from the courtyard wall, the golden-orange pears hidden under the leaves, and the words "Lishui Residence" written above the gate.
At the entrance of the courtyard stood a slightly hunched figure.
Upon seeing the sedan chair, the old man immediately stepped forward and said, "This old servant greets the Princess of Le'an County and Young Master Su."
"No need for formalities!" Su Dahu withdrew his gaze, smiled, and helped the man up. "May I ask how you should be addressed?"
Steward Yu smiled and said, "This is an old man who served our old prince. The young masters in our manor often call him Uncle Zhou."
"Hello, Uncle Zhou!" The Su siblings greeted him with a smile.
"Hey! Greetings, Princess Le'an, greetings, Young Master Su. Please follow me, my lord has been waiting for you for a long time." Upon hearing this, Wu Yang's smile visibly deepened.
Su Hua casually took off her cone-shaped hat and was about to follow them inside.
My ears twitched, and I heard a rustling sound coming from behind me.
As I turned around, I bumped into a piece of clothing that was quickly pulled back. Following the corner of the clothing upwards, a blurry figure disappeared behind a tree trunk.
Su Hua looked closely and saw that people were standing all around the tree trunk, on the canopy, on the branches, and on the top of the tree.
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