Jiang Yu's face immediately turned red, and she gave Gu Lin a coquettish glance. There were so many people around, and this man really had no shame.
Ling, the old woman standing to the side, quickly lowered her head. When she saw Gu Lin reach out to take the snail-shaped eyebrow pencil, she quickly stepped back, leaving the couple alone.
"You haven't drawn my eyebrows in a long time."
Jiang Yu looked at herself in the bronze mirror and spoke softly.
Gu Lin grunted, "I haven't drawn eyebrows for Ayu since she got pregnant. It's my fault."
Even though the actual reason was that Jiang Yu was worried that makeup would be bad for the baby, she stopped using cosmetics after finding out she was pregnant.
Although somewhat rusty, Gu Lin's eyebrows were still drawn smoothly and beautifully. Gu Lin looked at Jiang Yu in the bronze mirror as if she were the most precious treasure in the world.
"Ayu, congratulations on completing your postpartum confinement."
At this moment of near national celebration, the man in front of her came to congratulate her alone.
Jiang Yu's eyes flickered slightly, and she became even more radiant.
"I'm finally done with my postpartum confinement. I really want to leave the palace right away and have some fun traveling around. This past month has been so boring."
"If Ayu wants, I'll take you there."
Gu Lin suddenly grabbed Jiang Yu's hand. "Let's set off now."
"Now?"
Jiang Yu was so shocked that her voice rose a few decibels. She gently patted Gu Lin's hand and said, "You can't do this to Ayan. Besides, you promised Ayan that you would use the full-moon congratulatory gifts from the court officials to clean up corrupt officials. Wait until it's all done before you leave."
A hint of disappointment flashed in Gu Lin's eyes; A Yu hadn't agreed outright...
At this moment, Gu Qingyan had no idea how much his life would change over the next month due to Jiang Yu's single thought.
"Your Majesty, Your Majesty, the time is almost up."
Wanji's voice rang out, and Jiang Yu straightened her clothes again before walking out of the house with Gu Lin. Gu Qingchen, on the other hand, was like a dazzling red ball, and Gu Lin quickly took a few steps back.
Jiang Yu found it somewhat amusing. Strangely enough, A-Chen really didn't want Gu Lin to hold him. Whenever Gu Lin held him, he would start crying and fussing within the time it takes for an incense stick to burn.
Jiang Yu took Gu Qingchen from the wet nurse. Gu Qingchen was rarely carried out of the house, and his eyes couldn't take it all in.
"Wah wah—"
Gu Qingchen looked at the flowers in the yard and chirped, especially the brightly colored ones, which made Jiang Yu laugh from ear to ear.
When the group arrived at the main hall, the court officials were already seated, with men and women seated separately without any partitions. Qin Ke'er and Sun Shu were deliberately placed in the front row of the female guests.
"Yaoyao, Achen is here." Gu Qingyan patted Jiang Yao on the back and said gently. Before Jiang Yu and the others came, Gu Qingyan had been playing with Jiang Yao, which made Jiang Yao even more important in everyone's hearts.
Moreover, with Jiang Yao's face alone, everyone would have to show her some respect.
"Greetings to the Emperor Emeritus, the Empress Dowager, and His Highness Prince Chen."
A unified voice rang out, and Gu Lin, as usual, did not react. Jiang Yu smiled and nodded, "Get up, everyone."
Only then did everyone begin to quietly examine the red bundle in Jiang Yu's arms. Although they couldn't see Gu Qingchen's face, they could clearly see Jiang Yu's condition.
"The Empress Dowager has finally left Zhaoning Palace."
Bai Qian smiled and said, pulling Pei Zhi beside her, "Yesterday, Zhi Zhi confidently assured that the Empress Dowager's elegance would not be diminished in the slightest, and it was indeed true."
"Ah Zhi has such a sweet tongue, I like her very much."
Jiang Yu smiled from ear to ear and handed the little guy in her hand to Gu Qingyan. Gu Qingyan perked up and decided to go through the motions.
Yingzhi's singing continued, and the "generous gifts" presented by everyone stunned each other. Only then did everyone react and look up at Gu Lin, who was beginning to exude a cold aura.
Oh no, things have gone awry.
I didn't expect everyone to give such valuable gifts.
"I thank you all on behalf of A-Chen," Gu Qingyan said with a forced smile. "If I remember correctly, that Eastern Pearl and that warm jade bracelet were things I originally intended to acquire, but I didn't expect you all to be so enthusiastic."
Immediately, the hall fell silent; no one dared to respond to Gu Qingyan's words.
"Eee-yah-yah—"
A child's innocent voice rang out, unexpectedly saving everyone.
Gu Qingyan's expression immediately softened. "Achen knows that everyone is giving you things, so he's happy, right?"
Gu Qingyan kissed Gu Qingchen's little face before raising his head to look at the assembled officials. "Everyone, please don't be so reserved. Come, let's drink."
After a few rounds of drinks, Gu Qingyan, wanting to show off his younger brother, handed Gu Qingchen to Bai Qian. Bai Qian immediately understood Gu Qingyan's meaning, picked up Gu Qingchen, and headed towards the female guests' seats.
At this moment, the ladies and noblewomen couldn't help but step forward to take a look at Gu Qingchen's appearance. Upon closer inspection, they all noticed that Gu Qingchen resembled Jiang He.
“His Highness Prince Chen’s eyes crinkle like crescent moons when he smiles, just like the Empress Dowager’s,” Bai Qian said with a smile. Pei Zhi, who was standing next to him, was also staring intently at Gu Qingchen. She was the second person besides the midwife to see the little guy.
The little guy seemed to recognize Pei Zhi, staring straight at her with his big eyes.
"Azhi, His Highness likes you. Come here, give His Highness a hug."
A warm dumpling was shoved into her hands, and Pei Zhi immediately froze. "Sister, I...I don't know how to hold a baby."
Before long, laughter came from the female guest's side.
......
In the entire hall, only one person looked unhappy, his eyes fixed on Qin Ke'er, the female guest, as if he wanted to take in every move she made.
Qin Ke'er and Sun Shu were both dressed to the nines today. Qin Ke'er's gaze kept lingering on the male guests, as if she really wanted to choose a husband.
"Sister Shu, I think that man in blue over there is quite handsome. What do you think? Does he suit your taste?"
Upon hearing this, Sun Shu pursed her lips and said, "Ke'er, I think she's a good match for you."
Sun Shu naturally noticed Ling Ku's unusual expression and couldn't hide her smile. "Why don't I send someone to ask that young master his name?"
Before Qin Ke'er could react, Sun Shu sent her personal maid to inquire about the man's situation. Ling Ku immediately became restless upon seeing this.
One glass of wine after another was poured down his throat. Chang Qing glanced at Ling Ku and thought, "He only knows how to drown his sorrows in alcohol, but it's useless!"
After an incense stick had burned, Ling Ku actually stood up straight, swaying slightly. This action drew the attention of Gu Qingyan, who was seated at the head of the table.
Under the watchful eyes of everyone, Ling Ku headed directly towards Qin Ke'er's location.
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