Geng Youran decided to make mango jam from the few mangoes she had. So she and Qianxue washed the mangoes, peeled and pitted them, and cut them into small pieces or mashed them into a paste.
Then put the prepared mango into a pot, add an appropriate amount of water, and simmer over medium-low heat until soft.
Once the mango is cooked until soft, add honey to taste.
After adding honey, continue simmering the mango sauce over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until it gradually thickens.
"Qianxue, go and get one of the jars we prepared earlier."
"Yes, Princess."
Because there were no preservatives here, Geng Youran and Qianxue boiled several jars in advance to sterilize and drain them, which they would use for pickling vegetables or making jams.
Once the mango sauce has reached the desired consistency, pour it into several clean small jars and seal them for storage.
"Qianxue, bring me the glutinous rice flour."
Geng Youran took the glutinous rice flour that Qianxue brought, sifted it first, and then poured an appropriate amount of water into the glutinous rice flour while stirring until a smooth, lump-free rice cake paste was formed.
Then add an appropriate amount of sugar to the rice cake paste and stir well.
"Xiao Anzi, start a fire!"
"Yes, sir."
Once the pot was almost hot, Geng Youran poured the prepared rice cake batter into the steamer and steamed it over high heat until cooked.
Remove the steamed rice cake while it's still hot, place it on a clean cutting board, and then wipe off the water film on the rice cake with a clean cotton cloth.
After cooling down a bit, Geng Youran cut it into small cubes.
"Qianxue, call a few maids and send some over to the Fujin, the two concubines, Wanru, and Yun Gege, along with the jam from earlier."
“Princess, you rarely brought food to Princess Yun before.”
"The other day the prince said that Princess Yun had an upset stomach and couldn't eat anything. These mangoes are hard to come by, so it's good that she eats a little. Remember, you must tell Princess Yun and her maid, Luyin, not to be greedy, as eating too many will cause indigestion."
"I've got it."
"Well, you can save the rest for now. Make some chestnut cakes later and send them to the Prince. I need to go back and get some sleep now."
After saying that, Geng Youran stretched.
Following her mistress's instructions, Qianxue led several maids to deliver items to different courtyards, and each maid's behavior was different.
First, let's talk about the Fujin (Prince Consort). She smiled and told someone to accept the food, and even gave it as a reward. She didn't complain at all, and even ate a piece in front of Qianxue. Consort Li did the same.
In addition, Consort Li took out a purse she had embroidered some time ago and asked Qianxue to give it to Geng Youran to take back.
When it came to Consort Nian, he simply said, "Just put it there," without even looking up.
Princess Wanru took it herself and asked Qianxue to tell her to come and visit Sister Geng later.
As for Yun Gege, she smiled and had it accepted, thanking the person several times.
When Qianxue returned, she told Geng Youran about everyone's behavior. Geng Youran, lying on the bed, squinted and replied:
"We've done our part in showing courtesy. As for how they see me, I don't care. You're someone I know, so you should learn that too."
Qianxue then realized that she had been following her mistress for quite some time, so why couldn't she remember this? The princess always valued the process and did not compromise her conscience when doing things, but she did not care about the result.
"I've got it."
"Alright, you don't need to stay here watching over me anymore. Go and rest for a while. I'll call you when I wake up later."
"Yes, this servant will take her leave."
Geng Youran slept soundly until evening.
"Qianxue, bring a basin of cold water!"
Perhaps because she had slept for too long, Geng Youran felt a little dazed.
After wiping her face with cold water, Geng Youran finally felt awake.
"Princess, Eunuch Gao just came by. Since you were still asleep, I didn't wake you. Eunuch Gao said that the young prince twisted his ankle while practicing riding and archery, and he cried and begged to come back to recuperate."
"What's going on? What are those lackeys doing?!"
“Princess, this was started by the young prince. Eunuch Gao said that this afternoon, the young princes were practicing riding and archery together. Hongwang and the others, taking advantage of their age, would bully the princes who were younger than them. Our prince was trying to stand up for Prince Hongli and his two companions. He insisted on making a bet with Prince Hongwang from the Eighth Prince's residence, which is why he fell off his horse and twisted his ankle.”
Geng Youran felt like her lungs were about to explode with anger.
When Hongzhou returned last time, she repeatedly told him not to cause trouble in the palace and to tell his father to handle any problems that might arise.
He's quite something; he forgot what he said the moment he got back. He even made a bet with someone—he has absolutely no manners.
"What did the prince say?"
"Eunuch Gao said that after the prince reports this matter to the emperor, he will send the imperial physician back with our prince."
Geng Youran sighed.
"That brat always makes me worry. Go, have Xiao Anzi slaughter a chicken, and let him choose a good-looking rooster."
"yes."
Geng Youran changed her clothes and waited anxiously in the room for Yinzhen to send someone to bring Hongzhou back.
About half an hour later, just as she finished drinking her third pot of water, Xiao Anzi came in to announce that the young prince would be arriving soon.
Not long after, Hongzhou and the imperial physicians who accompanied him arrived.
At the very back of the procession was Yinzhen, whose expression remained calm.
"Sir? What brings you here?"
Yinzhen glared at Geng Youran.
"Can't the master care about his own son?"
Gao Wuyong and several servants, including Qianxue, chuckled to themselves.
After several servants helped Hongzhou to bed, the imperial physician examined Hongzhou's injuries, changed his dressings, and instructed him not to exert himself in the near future.
"Thank you for your hard work, Imperial Physician. Gao Wuyong, escort the Imperial Physician back."
"Yes, sir."
Only after the imperial physician left did Geng Youran step forward to examine Hongzhou's injuries.
Seeing that only his wrists and ankles were swollen and there were no other more serious injuries, Geng Youran flicked Hongzhou's forehead with her index finger.
"Ah! Father, Mother hit me!"
When Yinzhen heard Hongzhou's exaggerated shout, he almost spat out the tea in his mouth.
"What are you yelling about? I think your mother was right to hit you. Let's see if you dare to do this again next time."
“My son didn’t do anything wrong. It was Hongwang and his gang who bullied us and cheated us. My son just can’t stand their arrogant attitude.”
Hongwang was the most beloved son of the Eighth Prince Yinzhi. For this reason, everyone in the Eighth Prince's household doted on this young master, which led Hongwang to become increasingly audacious in his actions.
Geng Youran said from the side:
"Then you shouldn't have made the bet yourself. You've forgotten what your mother told you before!"
"Mother, I haven't forgotten. I was just angry at the time. Mother, please don't be angry, I'm in so much pain."
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