Chapter 465 Chang Qiu Luan 8
As soon as Xu Miaoyun entered the hall, she saw such a happy scene.
The girl saw the Crown Princess sitting on it at a glance. They had not seen each other for three years, but the Crown Princess still looked the same as she remembered. Her eyes, as bright as stars, curved slightly, and were filled with a familiar smile.
Xu Miaoyun unconsciously raised the corners of her mouth and bowed to everyone one by one. She sat down at the bottom after the Queen called her. She happened to be next to Ning Guo, who turned her head and looked at Xu Miaoyun carefully. Then she smiled and said to the Queen, "Mother, my new sister-in-law is so beautiful!"
"Girl, come here, come to me." Empress Ma beckoned Xu Miaoyun closer. She glared at Ningguo before smiling and saying, "Ignore her. We've spoiled her. She only likes looking at pretty girls and boys... I'm sorry for what happened yesterday."
"Your Majesty, I do not feel wronged."
"Not aggrieved?"
"A wife is equal to her husband, sharing the same body. Now that Your Highness and I have accepted our father's orders, we are enemies. I can only reflect on myself and offer advice for change, not harbor any resentment."
Seeing her handling of the situation with ease and her beautiful words, Chang Qiuluan quickly picked up the teacup in front of him to hide his smile. Then he looked at the Queen, who also had a look of admiration on her face.
"Well, you are truly a smart and sensible girl. In that case, I won't have to say much. Chong'er, go to the silversmith shop and get some fine jewelry to give to Miaoyun."
Xu Miaoyun quickly stood up and said, "Your Majesty's reward, I shouldn't refuse it. But Your Majesty has always been frugal, and I dare not damage your reputation."
"It's okay. We'll be a family from now on. Why are you still afraid of these things?"
Ning Guo also chimed in: "Yes, Sister Xu, it's just a few pieces of jewelry, just accept them."
Xu Miaoyun then stated her main purpose for today: "Since this is the case, I, your Highness, would like to ask for a favor."
Few people dared to ask them for anything, so Empress Ma was actually quite curious: "Grace? What kind of grace do you want?"
Xu Miaoyun took out a list from her bosom and handed it to the female official named Chong'er with both hands. The female official took it and presented it to the queen.
"This is?"
"These are the military orphans my father has taken in over the past decade. They're all older now, and some are even of marriageable age."
Chang Qiuluan took the list from the Queen and glanced at it, looking over with a half-smile: "Are you trying to find a way to make a living for them?"
"Yes, these children have been raised on the farm since they were young. Some of them are bright and have been taught to read. Their father has always been troubled by their affairs. If Your Majesty truly wishes to grant a reward, I would like to ask for a favor for them."
Empress Ma looked at the child with a new and curious eye, then smiled at Qiu Luan and said, "Ninth girl, today I finally understand why you are so close to Miss Xu among all the girls. She is such a wonderful female scholar. If I don't help her, wouldn't it be a sin?"
"This is actually a good thing for our family, but if you calculate it this way, you won't gain anything."
Chang Qiuluan smiled, put down his teacup, and motioned her over: "Then you can't refuse the gift I've prepared."
"Thank you, Princess."
Xu Miaoyun looked at Sister Qiu Luan who was holding her hands. Although she was polite in her words, she blinked at her mischievously twice.
"Well, the Crown Princess cooked today, and it was originally a small feast for her own enjoyment. You little sisters haven't seen each other for a long time, so you are bound to feel restrained in front of me. Ask the Ninth Girl to take you to the East Palace and stay for a simple meal before leaving."
After finishing her business, Empress Ma stood up and kept her like an ordinary elder. Xu Miaoyun waved her hand quickly. The Crown Princess's cooking skills were not something she could enjoy.
"Alright, that was just business. Now I'm your sister Qiu Luan, and you're my sister. You used to come to my house every day like a little tail, looking for me, and I don't know how many meals you ate at my table. But now you're being polite."
Chang Qiuluan held Xu Miaoyun in one hand and Ningguo in the other, then bowed to the queen and said, "Then my wife will take them to the East Palace first."
"Go, go, eat and drink well, and then send Xu girl out properly." Empress Ma waved her hand and instructed Ning Guo: "Keep an eye on your sister and don't make trouble for your sister-in-law."
"I know, mother, don't worry!"
Ning Guo grabbed Yue Ji's hand and ran out with Qiu Luan, his backs revealing a cheerful look.
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"I haven't seen you for three years. Do you think my cooking skills have deteriorated?"
Chang Qiuluan ordered people to arrange the dishes, and specially opened a jar of his newly brewed rambutan wine. He was clearly talking to Miaoyun, but as if he had eyes behind his back, he slapped away Yueji's hand that was trying to drink secretly.
"Ningguo, keep an eye on Yueji and drink less yourself."
Ning Guo, who was secretly pouring himself a glass of wine, paused and quickly agreed, "I know, I know, sister-in-law."
Xu Miaoyun couldn't help but smile at the scene before her. "Sister Qiu Luan is still so amazing. I remember back then when all the girls got together, no matter how big or small, they would only obey you. We had so much fun learning to read and write together."
"You're happy, but why don't you tell me that I'm helping you with your lawsuits every day like a county magistrate? Alas, we are destined to be busy and toilsome."
When Chang Qiuluan was drinking her third glass of wine in Ningguo, she took her wine glass and had someone serve her non-intoxicating fruit juice.
Chang Qiuluan smiled and shook his head. "But honestly, the Crown Prince is the one who suffers the most. Among his dozen brothers, few have a gentle temper. Even the most well-behaved Twelfth Brother is a mischievous one, judging by how he always obeys the Fourth Brother."
"Let's not talk about this anymore. Come, eat some food."
During the meal, the two of them just talked about some interesting childhood stories, and with Ningguo joining in the fun, the meal was naturally a great enjoyment for both the host and the guests.
After sending the two sisters-in-law away on time, Chang Qiuluan only sent Xu Miaoyun to the door. Without waiting for her to bow, he held her hands and said, "We'll be family from now on. There's no need to be like this."
Chang Qiuluan waved his hand, signaling Lizhi to hand the jewelry he had prepared for her to the maid behind Xu Miaoyun.
"I had these specially made by my own order, based on your past preferences or my own random ideas. Don't be disgusted, just wear them."
"This, this gift is too generous. Miaoyun feels unworthy of it."
"It's not generous, it's more like I think it's not enough." Qiu Luan shook her hand, smiling meaningfully, "This is not only a token of my appreciation, but also the Chang family's. When the Xu Mansion is bustling with people tomorrow, I'm afraid my parents' modest gift won't be enough to keep up with the excitement. Uncle Xu, please don't be angry, it's my father's fault for being stingy."
Xu Miaoyun's eyes flashed, and she immediately understood Qiu Luan's intention. She laughed and said, "If my father knew, I'm afraid the first thing he would do when he gets back is to go to Uncle Chang's house and ask for a drink."
It was easy to talk to a smart child. Chang Qiuluan patted her hand and said, "Go ahead. If you run into any trouble, just come to me. If nothing else, I can at least pass on a message for you."
"Thank you, Sister Qiu Luan, but I think I can still handle this matter." Xu Miaoyun's eyes turned, and it was obvious that she had an idea.
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