Feng Yin suddenly came to Xiao Li and gave him an invitation to his coming-of-age ceremony.
"I hope the princess can come to the ceremony."
The young master stared at her with anticipation in his eyes.
Xiao Li looked at him for a while, then reached out to take the invitation.
Feng Yin was instantly delighted, his eyes shining brightly and scorchingly: "Thank you, Princess."
It's just watching the ceremony, not a big deal, but she's going to the Feng family, and she doesn't know if the emperor's heart can bear it.
Xiao Li had tea served, but Feng Yin didn't dare drink it.
The last time he drank, he complained to the princess about his grievances and was even kissed until she cried.
Even after so many days, I still feel embarrassed when I think about it.
He looked at the teacup, then at the princess with a calm face, and his gaze slowly moved down, unconsciously falling on the full and perfect red lips.
There was a particularly strong attraction pulling him, and he couldn't take his eyes off it.
It wasn't until Xiao Li lowered his eyes and glanced at him that he came back to his senses in an instant, his cheeks flushed, and he hurriedly said goodbye and left.
Xiao Li: Hmm?
The princess rarely went out, and she went to the Feng family to attend the coming-of-age ceremony of Young Master Feng.
Others didn't understand, but the people around Xiao Li had seen her kiss Feng Yin, and they all speculated whether this Young Master Feng would be the future prince consort. However, since the princess never liked this topic, they could only think about it in their hearts.
Now everyone in the princess's mansion follows one principle: it doesn't matter whether the princess has a prince consort or not, their master will always be the princess alone.
If you don't have this awareness, then just pack up and leave.
The Feng family is one of the six great families and is also the Grand Tutor's Mansion. Young Master Feng is the future heir to the Feng family, so this coming-of-age ceremony is no small matter.
All the major families would send their direct descendants to watch the ceremony, and officials in the court would fight to get an invitation, and the emperor would specially send rewards.
Xiao Li arrived not too early, but not too late either, just as the coming-of-age ceremony was about to begin.
Feng Yin arranged for someone to wait for her at the door and took her directly to the seat that had been reserved.
The coming-of-age ceremony was held at the entrance of the Feng family ancestral hall. The central door of the hall was wide open, and one could see the densely packed tablets of the Feng family's ancestors inside. Taifu Feng and another elder sat below the tablets, and the other elders of the Feng family sat on both sides.
There were more than a dozen old men dressed in uniform and solemn. They were the elders of the Feng family. There were not many people in Grandpa Feng's lineage, but there were many members of the Feng family.
At first glance, you will be instantly struck by the profound heritage and cohesion of the big family.
After all, if you don’t have thousands or tens of thousands of relatives, you would be embarrassed to call yourself a big family.
Except for the Feng family members, the other guests were seated according to their status. Those who were not of high status could only stand and watch.
Today's guest of honor is Prince Duan, and the person who congratulates him is the Minister of Rites Xue Heng.
Xiao Li had just sat down when a drum was struck: "Perform the coming-of-age ceremony!"
Feng Yin, who had been prepared long ago, walked slowly over in a black brocade suit without any decoration on his body.
He straightened his back and looked stern. The boy's face, which looked young at first, now looked more mature and steady.
He was the protagonist of the day. Under everyone's gaze, he walked to the center and knelt on the mat.
The person who commends the crown gives a congratulatory speech, and the host and guest are crowned in turn.
"On the auspicious day of the month, you will start to add Yuanfu, abandon the word "you", and follow the word "you" to become virtuous. The longevity test is only for Qi, and you are Jingfu."
He added: "In an auspicious month and auspicious day, I will dress in your proper attire and show respect for your dignity..."
After the three crownings, Feng Yin first paid homage to his ancestors, then to his grandfather and clan elders, and finally to his brothers and guests.
When he came to Xiao Li, he restrained a faint smile and quickly continued.
After the worship, Feng Yin had to change his clothes and go to the palace to pay homage to the emperor, while the rest of the people stayed at the Feng family for a banquet.
Madam Feng finally had time to come over and greet Xiao Li: "I'm sorry for neglecting the princess. Please forgive me."
Xiao Li: "Mrs. Feng, you're too polite. I'm late."
Mrs. Feng smiled and invited Xiao Li to the banquet, but Xiao Li refused.
"I'm just here to watch the ceremony. I won't be eating at the banquet. Goodbye."
Madam Feng paused for a moment, "It is an honor for the Feng family to have the princess do you a favor. I feel guilty for not taking good care of you."
Xiao Li: "Madam Feng, there's no need to be so polite. Just a quick look is enough."
As Xiao Li walked out, Madam Feng was unsure what to do. After a few steps, she suddenly said, "After A-Yin's coming of age, it's time to put his marriage on the agenda. His Majesty and the old man discussed A-Yin's marriage a while ago, and it seems that A-Yin's marriage was mentioned. What kind of girl do you think A-Yin would be suitable for?"
Xiao Li paused slightly. Was the emperor really looking for Tutor Feng?
Madam Feng's probing wasn't too obvious. Xiao Li tilted his head slightly to look at her. "I'm sure Madam Feng has already had his mind on Mr. Feng's marriage. You're asking the wrong person."
Madam Feng smiled and said, "I just heard that His Majesty intends to help the princess choose a prince consort, so I asked this question. Speaking of which, the age difference between the princess and A Yin is not that big."
This wasn't a hint at all; he was almost asking her directly if she had any feelings for Feng Yin.
"Madam Feng, this princess will never have a prince consort in this life."
Mrs. Feng watched Xiao Li leave with a complicated expression for a moment.
There will never be another prince consort in this life...
Her silly son who just came to his senses was probably destined to be heartbroken.
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Hongyue glanced at Xiao Li cautiously and said, "Princess, you're watching the ceremony but not eating at the banquet. The Feng family will think you have something against them. If Young Master Feng finds out when he returns, won't he be heartbroken?"
Xiao Li laughed and pinched her face: "Silly girl, I have nothing to do with the Feng family, and I don't know anyone there. It would be so awkward to stay for dinner. If I stay, they will inevitably question and stare at me, and I will be the one who suffers. If I leave, what can they do if they have any objections?"
"As for Feng Yin, he wanted me to come, and now that I'm here, I can indulge him a little, but he can't let me lower myself to please his family."
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