Chapter 155 The prince toasted his mother and called her Ayao?
Xie Ming'an frowned, lowered his voice, and said to Aunt Sun in dissatisfaction: "Xu has only been in charge of the household for a short time, and so many people in the Bo Mansion already listen to her. As for you, you were not as good as her for a few days in the past. You are really useless."
Aunt Sun opened her mouth, speechless, and could only timidly say: "Master, you are right. I am incompetent."
She thought to herself that Xu Susu was able to manage the affairs of the Bo Mansion in such an orderly manner so quickly only because she had some dowry from the Xu family and was generous.
She was just a concubine's daughter of her father. In the past, she relied on her elder brother Ji'antang's filial piety and careful management. In the capital, she was also a famous virtuous concubine.
At first, the uncle felt sorry for her and said that a good cook cannot cook without rice.
But now, he says he is useless.
She sat back in her last seat and was just thinking about it when she heard the sound of Xie Zhi being slapped in the face from outside the yard.
Sun Xinlan felt so nervous after hearing this that she almost burst into tears.
She wanted to plead for mercy, but seeing the expression on Wenchangbo's face, she knew it was useless because the bodhisattva didn't care about Xie Zhi's life or death at all.
Seeing Aunt Sun's expression, Sun Yaoling couldn't bear it: "Master, although Miss Zhi was wrong, the slapping noise was so loud that it inevitably disturbed everyone's interest in the meal. Besides, my daughter is pregnant, and hearing this noise might affect the fetus."
He was the most expert in gynecology in Shang Pharmacy. His medical skills were decent. In his early years, he had even helped Concubine Ying give birth. Although his official position was not high, he had some face, which made Xie Ming'an unable to refute.
Aunt Sun glanced at her father and was speechless.
Her father did plead for Xie Zhi, after all, she was his granddaughter, but what did he say?
As expected, Xie Mingan just sighed and pretended to be heartbroken and said, "Forget it, drag him away and beat him, don't disturb the peace of the prince and princess."
Aunt Sun lowered her eyes and stroked her belly unconsciously, her mind still full of Xie Zhi's crying.
At this time, two maids came in, supporting Mrs. Xie.
Seeing this, Xie Yao raised her eyebrows ridiculously.
Old Madam Xie deliberately waited until she could no longer see Xie Zhi before coming, so that she would feel better. In terms of self-deception, her grandmother was no less than Xie Ming'an.
There were also several elder members of the Xie family who came to the table with their grandchildren, greeting Xie Yao and the prince with fawning expressions on their faces.
"Sun Yaoling, why are you here today?"
An uncle from the Xie family asked, noticing the dull atmosphere.
Xie Mingan showed a caring look: "Sun Yaoling is Xinlan's father. Xinlan has been complaining about her sleeplessness lately. I was worried about her, so I asked him to come and see her so that she can rest assured and take care of her pregnancy."
The second wife smiled and said, "Master, this is really thoughtful. Sun Yaoling is the head of the Imperial Pharmacy and he treats the concubines in the palace. With him around, Aunt Sun's pregnancy will definitely be safe."
Mr. Xie's face was a little gloomy. His second son, Xie Chengbai, had just gone crazy, but his eldest brother and Aunt Sun had a child.
He held his breath and agreed, "Imperial Physician Sun is very skilled. Aunt Sun will surely have smooth sailing and give birth to another son for my eldest brother."
Sun Yaoling bowed politely and said, "You are all too kind. I am only doing my duty. Master, rest assured, my daughter's pulse is stable. I will prescribe a few more abortion-preserving medicines for her. I guarantee that everything will be safe."
The atmosphere in the dining room became lively, and everyone complimented Sun Yaoling, and even Aunt Sun's expression looked much better.
Xie Mingan's eyes narrowed with laughter, and just as he was about to respond, a cold voice rang out.
"Since you are the Imperial Pharmacy's Chief Pharmacist, why have I never seen you come to see me?"
The prince put down his chopsticks and glanced at Sun Yaoling.
Sun Yaoling was stunned, remembering that two years ago when Prince Jingbei was injured, the emperor ordered all the imperial doctors of the Shang Pharmacy to take turns to go to the prince's mansion for treatment. Later, he also sent imperial doctors to check his pulse every few days.
"Your Highness, I have specialized in various fields. I specialize in female pregnancy and childbirth, so I have never treated your health."
"Sun Yaoling is so modest. If you were only good at treating women, how could you have become Shang Yaoling?"
Xiao Yizi raised his eyebrows and said, "Since you are here today, go tell Imperial Physician Zhou that he doesn't need to come. You can take my pulse instead."
Sun Yaoling was so frightened that his whole body froze and cold sweat broke out immediately.
Taking Prince Jingbei's pulse is the special job of several imperial physicians including Dr. Zhou from the Shang Pharmacy, and they have to report to the emperor afterwards.
The entire Shang Pharmacy has a big mouth. He doesn't dare to take the pulse without knowing the depth of the matter.
If he found any problems, he didn't know how to explain to the emperor. If he found nothing, he was afraid that King Jingbei would be angry.
"Your Highness, please forgive me. I only know gynecology and I dare not delay you!"
Xiao Yizi glanced at Xie Yao.
But he saw his own princess holding a piece of crystal pork elbow, watching the show leisurely, with a very calm look in her eyes.
He realized that his attempts were in vain. The princess had probably already seen that there was something wrong with Sun Yaoling.
"In that case, Bai Zhu, have Imperial Physician Zhou come directly to the Wenchang Marquis' residence today and take the prince's pulse after he has finished his meal."
Bai Zhu responded and turned to leave.
Xie Mingan was sitting next to them, his heart skipping a beat. Is Imperial Physician Zhou coming?
Aunt Sun heaved a sigh of relief when she saw that the prince did not embarrass Sun Yaoling: "My daughter's pregnancy depends on father."
Sun Yaoling avoided her gaze unnaturally. "By the way, the abortion-preserving medicine I prepared for you in the side courtyard is almost ready. I'll go check it out to make sure it doesn't lose its effectiveness."
He bowed to everyone again and said, "I'll be leaving for a moment."
Watching Sun Yaoling leave, Aunt Sun's disappointment towards Xie Mingan eased a little.
Although Uncle was not kind to Zhizhi, he at least remembered the baby in her belly and specially called her father to help her with the pregnancy.
At today's banquet, there were more than ten guests dining, plus the maids and nannies who served them closely, and the servants who served the dishes. There were fifty or sixty people coming and going, but everything was in an orderly manner in the dining room.
Obviously, this banquet was carefully arranged and every detail was perfect.
Several elders of the Xie family nodded and praised the lady for her good management of the household.
Even Old Madam Xie was very obedient and did not mention the fact that Xu was the daughter of a merchant.
However, when she thought that Xu was now a second-rank lady, a higher rank than hers, she was still burning with jealousy and couldn't eat.
In the face of everyone's praise, Xu Susu might have responded in a low voice or said a few perfunctory words in the past, but now, she ignored them and just turned sideways to ask her daughter how the meal was.
Xie Mingan stood up as if he was proud of it.
"Ever since Madam took charge of the household, the servants have all praised her. Today's banquet is also thanks to Madam's arrangements. Madam, you have worked so hard."
Xu Susu glanced at him and did not respond.
If I look at him for one more moment, I will feel so sick that I can't eat.
She turned her head to look at her daughter and son-in-law. Facing these two faces, she felt much better.
Xie Mingan did not feel embarrassed and picked up the wine glass again: "Your Highness, I offer you a toast."
The prince raised his eyelids.
Bai Mi answered for him: "Your Highness, please follow the doctor's orders and refrain from drinking alcohol."
"It's my fault for not thinking it through." Xie Mingan's hand froze in the air, then he put it down with a wry smile.
Before he could smile again, Xiao Yizi looked at the wine jug in front of Xie Yao and said to Xu Susu, "Excuse me, mother-in-law, what kind of wine is this?"
"This is the peach blossom wine I just bought. It's not a rare or good wine. Your Highness, would you like to try it?"
After Xu Susu finished speaking, Bai Mi had already filled the prince's wine cup with a tactful look.
Peach Blossom Drunk, the prince used to love drinking it.
Prince: "Alcohol is forbidden in the army, but when on rest or when victorious, I will drink a little of the peach blossom wine brewed by my mother. It is not a problem to drink one less cup today."
As he spoke, he held up the wine cup with both hands: "Cheers to my mother-in-law."
"Then I'll have a drink with my mother." Xie Yao had not planned to drink, but when she saw that the prince had already drunk, her eyes lit up and she raised her hand to take the wine jug.
The prince stretched out his arm, picked up the pot of peach blossom wine, and placed it next to him.
"Ayao, let me pay my respects to my mother-in-law today."
The prince said in a clear voice.
He gave Xie Yao a smooth and handsome profile, with upturned lips, a high nose bridge, and peach blossom eyes with gentle ripples like water, like a pool of bewitching and intoxicating wine.
The prince called me, Ayao?
Xie Yao's mind suddenly felt a little confused, and she nodded subconsciously.
If she doesn’t want to drink, then don’t drink. She just looks at the prince, and she is already a feast for the eyes.
The smile on the prince's lips deepened. He tilted his head back and drank a cup of Peach Blossom Drunk, indicating that he had finished it.
Xu Susu picked up the wine cup, and the uneasiness in her heart disappeared.
Watching the prince drinking and the affection between him and Xie Yao that no outsider could interfere with, she thought of her youth.
In the past, she had used an abacus with her father, managed a shop, worked with male and female clerks and shopkeepers, and even secretly followed her eldest brother to escort goods and drink and sing.
Her parents named her Susu, but she is a person who eats both meat and vegetables.
No matter how dignified she is, she is not a quiet and gentle lady from a noble family at heart. Otherwise, she would not have fallen in love with Xie Mingan because of his appearance and talent.
Even though she was blind and saw the wrong person.
Now, although the prince is disabled and has a slightly cold temperament, he has the unrestrained nature of a military man, and his daughter is also from the Healthy Women's Camp. In this respect, the two of them are a perfect match.
Xu Susu smiled, raised her head and drank it all in one gulp, completely relieved.
The only thing that worries me is just one thing...
This concerns her daughter's lifelong happiness. What is the prince's decision?
Xie Mingan was standing by, and seeing the harmonious atmosphere between the three of them, he was so angry that his chest heaved violently.
Prince Jingbei didn't even look at himself, but took the initiative to toast Xu. This was clearly intentional!
He didn't dare to lose his temper, his inner rage unable to vent, so he could only yell towards the door: "Where's Xie Yan's rebellious son? Where has he gone? The banquet has been going on for so long, and there's still no sign of him!"
No one else at the banquet dared to speak, but the prince and the lady of the earl drank another glass, and the mother-in-law and son-in-law were in great joy.
At this time, Sun Yaoling brought a bowl of pregnancy-stabilizing medicine and quietly returned to the table.
Continue read on readnovelmtl.com
