This time, Zhao Qingyu openly and honestly accompanied Gu Qinlan to visit the Zheng family.
After all, it was her sister's house, and it was perfectly normal for her to stay there for a while.
As soon as she got home, Zheng Huiyi breathed a heavy sigh of relief.
"My God, this kind of banquet is so exhausting."
She was exhausted just as a guest, so the Zhao family, as the hosts, must have had to work even harder.
Gu Qinlan was indeed extremely exhausted. She simply gathered several girls, removed the dazzling ornaments from their heads, washed the dust off their faces, and then lay down in a row on the wide and soft couch in her room, letting the maids give them a soothing massage.
As Zheng Huiyi enjoyed the service of the maids, she couldn't help but sigh, "Today I truly understand the meaning of 'saying one thing and meaning another.' Those people are so two-faced. Just a moment ago they were arrogant, but in the blink of an eye they are as friendly as family."
Zhao Qingyu echoed, "Although I often see two-faced people like this, I still feel uncomfortable every time. Especially today, they were completely shameless."
Zheng Huixin said with deep feeling, "My mother is a true leader. How could she not care about these things at all?"
Gu Qinlan smiled and replied, "What's so difficult about that? If you don't take them to heart, nothing they say or do can affect you in the slightest. They looked down on me before because my background was insignificant in their eyes. However, I never belittle myself, never flatter them, and always stay true to myself, so their prejudices cannot hurt me."
"As for their change of attitude later because I received the Emperor's praise, I know in my heart that it was only because of the Emperor's favor, not because I had any outstanding qualities. Therefore, their praise had no effect on me."
Having lived two lives, if she couldn't even handle such trivial matters, then she would have lived in vain in both of them.
"You must remember that the most important thing in life is to be yourself. Don't be swayed by the opinions of others, and don't be misled by sweet words. Wherever you go in the future, as long as you follow this principle, you will not go astray."
The girls listened attentively, nodding frequently, indicating that they were deeply inspired.
After a long day, they drifted off to sleep amidst their laughter and conversation.
Seeing that her masters were all fast asleep, Fuyu hurriedly instructed the maids to bring bedding and carefully covered them with blankets. Then, she led the maids out of the room quietly.
They spent the night on the soft couch.
The next day was the Little New Year festival.
The mansion had been completely renovated, and the managers of each department were still the same familiar faces. The maids and servants were doing their jobs as always. Although everything had just been arranged, no one felt any discomfort.
This was the first festival the Zheng family had celebrated since moving to the capital, so Gu Qinlan specially prepared a variety of delicacies, including traditional dishes from Jindu and local specialties from the capital.
The Zheng family and the Liang family spent a lively and extraordinary Lunar New Year together.
Next comes the task of preparing for the New Year.
Gu Qinlan led the girls to personally draft a shopping list, and then took them to the streets to shop and experience the joy of shopping.
When they first arrived in the capital, they were always allowed to go out and explore so that they could quickly become familiar with the city.
The Western Wei Kingdom had a very open atmosphere, especially in the capital, where women could be seen strolling around the streets and alleys.
At first, the young ladies were very excited about this. Holding silver in their hands, they bought as much as they wanted in various shops, and then handed their spoils to servants or shop assistants to take back to their mansion.
However, after a whole day of shopping, they were exhausted, and even their eyes had lost their luster.
"I never imagined that spending money would be such a physically demanding thing."
Since they had just arrived in the capital, their household lacked many items, so naturally, they needed to buy a lot of things.
Daily necessities and food were naturally handled by the stewards in each department, while Gu Qinlan and others only needed to purchase some valuable items.
Even so, they were exhausted.
Women's passion for shopping seems to be innate, deeply rooted in their souls.
After a night's rest, they stepped out of their homes again the next day, full of enthusiasm, only to return with tired and empty eyes as night fell. This shopping spree lasted for three or four days, until they finally bought everything they needed.
It was now the 27th day of the twelfth lunar month.
A carriage arrived from the Zhao family, and Zhao Qingyu was taken home. At their parting, she reluctantly held Gu Qinlan and Zheng Huiyi's hands, saying expectantly, "I'll move all my things over after the New Year!" She had enjoyed her stay at the Zheng family's house immensely. Although she enjoyed happiness at home as well, the rules there were complicated, and a slight misstep would incur her mother's scolding. At the Zheng family's house, Gu Qinlan was extremely indulgent; the doors were closed, and there was no need to adhere to those formalities—comfort was the primary concern. The Princess Consort of Duan was also a person who didn't care about formalities, so Zhao Qingyu really didn't want to leave.
Gu Qinlan smiled and replied, "Of course I have no problem with it, but I'm afraid my mother won't agree."
Because after the New Year, Zhao Qingyu will begin to discuss marriage.
Upon hearing this, Zhao Qingyu immediately lost all interest, her eyes glistening with sorrowful tears.
Time flies by like water, and before we know it, it's the 29th of the twelfth lunar month.
Princess Duan sighed anxiously, "Tomorrow is New Year's Eve, why hasn't Dinglian arrived in the capital yet?"
Before she could finish speaking, a servant came to report: "Madam, Madam, the young master has returned."
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