It was cloudy and rainy for several days, which did help to relieve the heat.
The summer in Dingzhou is very short, just over two months, but it is also very hot. There are only a few people in the street market at noon, but there are many people in the morning market.
Now that autumn has arrived, the sun is not as strong and the morning market can last until noon.
All the buildings in the palace have been completed, and Qiao Si's courtyard has been renovated. I heard that it was built according to the courtyard in the capital, and the name is the same, Songxueyuan.
Songxue Courtyard is next to Qiao Er's Tingfeng Courtyard and Qiao Nai's Lanting Courtyard.
Although it's called Songxue Courtyard, there aren't any pine trees in the yard. The courtyard is quite large. Qiao Si's room alone is a bedroom, study, elegant room, and living room all rolled into one, creating a vast expanse of space. During the day, sunlight filtering through the windows illuminates the entire house, making it bright and clear.
There was a pond in the courtyard, located in the southeast corner. To the south of the courtyard was a pavilion, and several crisscrossing wooden bridges crossed the pond, connecting Qiao Si's bedroom and the pavilion.
Sitting in this pavilion, you can just see the koi in the pond, which is perfect.
At first, Zhang You was worried that Qiao Si might be difficult to get along with, but after getting to know her over time, she discovered that she was extremely protective of her.
Qiao Si usually follows the princess to manage all the affairs in the city.
When Zhang You and her companions followed Qiao Si out of the government office for inspections several times, they would occasionally encounter some people who were dissatisfied and looking for trouble. They would pick out trivial matters to frame others or make use of the situation to make trouble. Without exception, they were all severely dealt with by Qiao Si, and those people are still imprisoned in the government office.
After a few times, Zhang You completely changed her mind about her. It was pretty good to follow Qiao Si like this. At least she wouldn't be bullied easily.
To put it bluntly, it is like taking advantage of the power of others (bushi).
In a few days it will be August 15th, and it will be Mid-Autumn Festival again.
During the Mid-Autumn Festival last year, Zhang You and the others did not have a good time. The border was not peaceful at that time. Even during the Mid-Autumn Festival, the prince just had a quick meal and left.
This year is the first year after the war, and there is no need to worry anymore. People in Dingzhou attach great importance to this festival. For the people of Dingzhou, this is a grand event.
Celebrate their victory, celebrate their improved lives, and commemorate those relatives who have passed away. It is time for those who have left to reunite during the Mid-Autumn Festival.
The palace also attached great importance to this event. Dingzhou is located in the north of Dayong, where there are few fruits and vegetables.
In order to prepare for the Mid-Autumn Festival family banquet, the royal palace specially bought many things from merchants, all of which were rare crabs, oranges, glutinous rice, etc. in the north.
August 11th, the weather is sunny.
Zhang You and the others had spent a whole day inspecting Dingzhou City with Qiao Si, and finally returned home after a busy day. As soon as they entered the mansion, someone hurriedly informed them.
"What's the rush?"
Hongmei asked, pulling a servant aside.
"It is said that there is an imperial decree from the palace to reward the fourth young lady."
Qiao Si had a dull expression and it was hard to tell what he was thinking.
However, Zhang You seemed to sense a different meaning.
As soon as I entered the hall, a eunuch dressed in eunuch's clothes came with the imperial edict in both hands, ready to read it.
The hall was already full of people, including the princess, Qiao Da, and Qiao Er, except for Qiao Si.
As soon as Qiao Sifu entered the room, everyone stood up and lined up, kneeling down to receive his orders.
Zhang You and the others were kneeling outside the door, but they could still hear the eunuch reading in a shrill voice:
"By the providence of Heaven, the Emperor proclaims:
Prince Dingbei personally led a powerful army to the border, annihilating the enemy in one fell swoop, recovering the country, and ensuring the eternal stability of the Great Yong Empire, where the people lived and worked in peace and contentment. His contributions to the country were immense, and his virtues were known far and wide. He was truly a pillar of state and a pillar of the imperial court.
Today, a special decree is issued to commend her merits and to bestow upon Qiao Xiting, the daughter of Prince Dingbei, the title of "Princess Dingjia" as a reward.
From now on, Princess Dingjia will enjoy the royal salary, be granted land, and be ranked above the dukes and ministers, which will demonstrate the emperor's great grace and let the world know that I am clear about rewards and punishments, and that merits will be rewarded and mistakes will be punished.
I hope the county lord will sympathize with the people, implement benevolent policies, continue to uphold his father's loyalty, courage and perseverance, and make new contributions to the country and the people.
So ordered! "
"Your servant accepts the order."
"Long live the emperor."
Everyone stood up, and the princess exchanged a few words with the eunuch. Zhang You saw the nanny beside the princess stuffed a big purse into his hand.
The eunuch congratulated with a smile on his face, exchanged a few words of greeting, then hurried back to report and left in a hurry.
After they left for a long time, Qiao Si's expression turned a little cold.
Qiao Si followed the princess back to the yard without saying a word, and Qiao Er followed.
Qiao Da did not follow along. Zhang You took a glance at him and found that he was indeed a playboy.
He was handsome, with black hair half tied back. His features were somewhat similar to Qiao Er's, but his demeanor was more elegant. He wore his nice clothes in a messy manner and looked unstable when he stood without any posture.
However, it is no wonder that they all insisted on marrying him as concubines. Qiao Da's appearance is unquestionable.
However, this kind of romantic attitude is really absurd.
Not long after Qiao Si and the others entered the princess's room, Qiao Nai also went in. They talked for a long time until it was dark and the maids had lit the lights in the courtyard. Only then did Qiao Si and the others come out.
"Fourth Miss."
When Zhang You and the others saw her come out, they hurriedly followed her.
"Let's go."
On the way back, she seemed to suddenly remember something.
"Have you had your meal yet?"
"Not yet."
Cui Liu replied.
"That's perfect. Come to my room for dinner later. I have something to say."
"Miss, this...isn't it against etiquette?"
Hongmei spoke hesitantly.
Qiao Si glanced at her and said coldly, "I find it troublesome."
Generally speaking, when Qiao Si speaks in a cold voice, it doesn't mean that she dislikes you. It's just that she was born with this personality. Her normal voice also sounds colder than that of ordinary people. In fact, she is just speaking normally.
But Hongmei was still shocked for a moment and did not dare to speak again. She hesitated for a long time before saying "yes".
Zhang You saw that Qiao Si wanted to criticize them. The last second she was glad that Qiao Si was talking about Cui Liu, Hong Mei and the others, but the next moment, Qiao Si looked at her and spoke coldly.
"And you too."
Zhang You almost couldn't hold back her usual professional smile.
She complained silently in her heart.
It turns out that people should not get carried away by success.
Look, isn’t this bad luck?
"yes."
But she still smiled and said yes humbly.
Qiao Si did not have such an air of being a spoiled young lady, even though she had just been crowned a princess.
She sat down with Zhang You and several other maids and had dinner together.
It’s my first time eating with my boss, I feel reserved...
Zhang You and the others were a little hesitant. Although they really wanted to grab the delicious food, they could only quietly eat the dish in front of them in front of Qiao Si.
Qiao Si ate very quickly. After Jingzhu brought water and wiped her, she sat there quietly watching them eat.
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