Chapter 153 Attending the Banquet
Since arriving at the Song family, she had been enjoying her life. Although it wasn't as grand as the princess's residence, with good food, clothing, and daily expenses, she liked it here because of the human touch. Song Ci treated her very well, and Wanxiang was also a good person. Although she was a bit of a nag, she had a good heart.
She is now sincerely grateful to Princess Le Yi for her decision to keep her here.
In the blink of an eye, it was time for the Queen's birthday banquet.
Everyone in and outside the capital of the Great Zhou Dynasty knew that Crown Prince Zhou Tianyi was still unmarried and the position of Crown Princess was vacant. It was likely that the Queen would take the opportunity of the birthday banquet to take a look at her.
If she is chosen to be the Crown Princess, her future will be limitless.
For a time, all the great families and noble ladies in the capital were busy preparing. Tailor shops and clothing stores were bustling with people, and the doors were almost worn out.
Song Rouxi had received the news long ago and everything was ready.
This time she spent a fortune on exquisite clothes and jewelry, all in order to show off in front of everyone and win the Queen's favor.
Song Ci looked at the skein in front of her and put it aside for a while. "This one is too conspicuous. Change it to something plainer."
"Miss, everyone will try their best to dress up for the birthday party, why do you care?"
"They are heading for the position of Crown Princess."
Even so, Wanxiang was still unwilling to give in. Her young lady had such a beautiful face that no one could hide it with a little dressing up. Why did she have to act so low-key?
"Miss, Wanxiang is right. It would be disrespectful to dress too plainly for such an occasion."
Song Ci tilted her head and nodded after a while, "Okay, just wear this skein."
"Hey!" Wanxiang smiled so hard that her teeth were showing. She would rush to work tonight to make sure the young lady would be dressed beautifully to attend the party.
A Lin hurried into the room holding a box. Pei Ji put down his pen, frowned, and was about to say something when he saw him holding a box carefully. He immediately guessed something.
"Sir, the medicine has been delivered."
"Songci sent it."
"Yes! Miss Song San really sent it to you. She is very concerned about your affairs."
Pei Ji's eyes warmed slightly, and he said "hmm" softly, his tone tender and difficult to conceal.
"Put your things away."
When it comes to the antidote that can save the young master's life, A Lin is extremely concerned, especially since this medicine was almost bought by Miss Song San at the cost of her life. How could he not care?
"The Queen's birthday party is coming up in a few days. Will you be attending, young master?"
Pei Ji hesitated for a moment, "She will definitely make some moves... I won't feel at ease if I don't go and see."
His voice was not loud. A Lin: "Sir, what did you say?"
"Nothing, just prepare gifts and clothes for me, and we'll go to the palace tomorrow morning."
That's when he was going. He had never liked to join in such fun before. This time, it was strange. Ah Lin felt that he had a cold personality. Going to more popular places would help him get rid of the evil spirit in him, so that he wouldn't be so cold to everyone.
But there was not even a maid in the young master's room, and all matters, big and small, were taken care of by Alin. It was a pity that he, a seven-foot-tall man, had to run around to help the young master prepare clothes.
Just like an old lady.
Pei Ji ignored A Lin's complaints and looked at the medicine box in his hand, not knowing what he was thinking.
Time flies and it is the day of the Queen's birthday banquet.
Song Rouxi was dressed properly, followed by Song Ying, who was also dressed in gorgeous attire, and came into the main hall.
Old Mrs. Song was very happy today. She couldn't stop smiling when she saw her two beautiful granddaughters.
She would get married in the future and contribute to the Song family. Besides, the eldest granddaughter was extraordinary and might be destined to be a phoenix in the future. She smiled brightly and held Song Rouxi's hand and praised her non-stop, without even glancing at Song Ying beside her.
Song Ying was used to it, but she had put a lot of thought into her outfit today. Old Lady Song's eyes were filled with Song Rouxi, and she felt unhappy but couldn't say it. She was able to attend today because of Song Rouxi's help.
She knew that she could only get these opportunities by helping Song Rouxi vent her anger.
"You guys go well, especially Song Ying."
Song Ying immediately smiled, thinking that Old Lady Song had finally noticed her, and then she heard, "You have to take good care of your elder sister. If your elder sister has any problems, I will punish you."
Her expectations were dashed. Old Mrs. Song's words poured a bucket of cold water on her head, and she could hardly maintain the smile on her face.
"Grandma, your granddaughter remembers everything she said."
Song Rouxi glanced at her and smiled lightly.
What does it matter if they dress up? In the end, they are just there to complement her. Whether it is Song Ci or Song Ying, she will not allow these people to surpass her.
If Song Ying performs well, she will give her some sweet treats. There are so many noble people in the palace, how could they be interested in a mere Song Ying? She is not worried at all.
After saying goodbye to Old Lady Song, the two got on the carriage.
Taking advantage of the fact that no one was around, Song Ying quickly said something that Song Rouxi loved to hear, "Today we are going to the palace to attend the banquet, and Song Ci can only stay at home. Even if she is arrogant and unreasonable, or scheming, she is not as capable as you, sister. The prince likes you, who can compete with you?"
These words touched Song Rouxi's heart. She covered her mouth and laughed softly, "You are talking about this gift. Song Ci thinks she is eloquent and has some tricks, so what? We women, after all, have to get married. Marrying well is the real skill."
"Big sister, you're right. I'm going to have to rely on you to support me in the future."
Song Rouxi glanced at her, disdainful in her heart, but said: "If you think about me, I will naturally think about you. The Song family will rely on our eldest branch in the future."
"Of course, whatever my sister says is what it is." Song Ying quickly expressed her opinion.
Song Rouxi was very satisfied with her reaction.
Here, Song Ci walked out of the door and tugged at the skein on her body uncomfortably, "Isn't it a little too conspicuous..."
"I think the young lady looks very beautiful in this dress!" Wanxiang just thinks that her young lady looks the best today.
Wanxiang saw through her thoughts and said, "Miss, don't worry. Today is the Queen's birthday banquet, and the ladies from various noble families will be competing for beauty. I think your dress is just right. It's not too eye-catching, but it's also polite."
Tian'er had been staying at the princess's mansion before, and Song Ci had believed her words to some extent, so she was a little relieved. But she couldn't help but pull out a gold hairpin, which was too heavy.
Wanxiang had gone to great lengths to dress herself up today, inserting countless fine hairpins into her hair like they were free. Now she felt dizzy and her whole body was shaking.
If she attended the banquet like this, she would probably faint from exhaustion.
After removing a few hairpins, she felt better and got into the carriage with Tian'er Wanxiang.
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