Seeing that the matter was resolved, Jiang Yuwei called Yun Qing and returned to the Prince's Mansion.
As soon as the two entered the door, they saw Xu Qianqian holding Ning Chunlin's arm, preparing to leave. The two looked very affectionate.
"Oh, isn't this Madam Jiang? It seems you haven't been idle while living in our mansion, taking Yunqing in and out all day long. You really treat this place like your own home?"
Xu Qianqian spoke sarcastically as soon as she saw Jiang Yuwei.
Jiang Yuwei glanced coldly at Xu Qianqian.
"Have you forgotten how the Sun family confined you to your quarters? I advise you to be more discreet while you're still living a good life, or you'll regret it later."
Upon hearing Jiang Yuwei's words, Xu Qianqian's face stiffened. Ning Chunlin, who was standing to the side, also knew that the Princess Consort valued Jiang Yuwei highly, so he glared at Xu Qianqian.
"Why are you talking to her when you have nothing better to do? Are you still going to go boating on the lake? If not, I'll go by myself."
Seeing that Ning Chunlin was angry, Xu Qianqian quickly smiled and patted Ning Chunlin's shoulder, saying softly:
"Brother Chunlin, don't be angry. I won't talk to her anymore. It's pointless to talk to her anyway. Let's go for a boat trip on the lake. We shouldn't be late."
After saying that, Xu Qianqian didn't forget to secretly glare at Jiang Yuwei before wiggling her hips and leaving with Ning Chunlin.
Jiang Yuwei sneered.
"It seems you're living too comfortably. Let's see if you can still live like this after Lianyao recovers in a few days."
After saying that, Jiang Yuwei walked towards Jinglan Pavilion without looking back.
Upon arriving at Jinglan Pavilion, Jiang Yuwei handed Yun Qing two pieces of prepared charcoal, instructing him to start a fire.
"Yunqing, there's not much time left. Practice more when you have time. You must be absolutely perfect at the Thousand Autumn Banquet."
Yun Qing lit the charcoal, picked up the kettle, and started playing with it.
Jiang Yuwei watched for a while and was quite shocked. She quickly clapped her hands and cheered:
"Yunqing, you are indeed amazing. You have mastered the skill in just a few days. Not bad, not bad. You continue practicing. I'm going inside to cook."
Hearing Jiang Yuwei's words, Yun Qing practiced even more enthusiastically, constantly waving the fire pot in his hand, and occasionally a few sparks would fall on him without him feeling any pain.
When Jiang Yuwei finished cooking dinner and came out, she saw Yun Qing still practicing and hurriedly called out to him:
"Yunqing, stop practicing and hurry up and go to the kitchen with Tiezhu to eat."
When Yun Qing saw that it was Jiang Yuwei who came out, he put down the fire pot in his hand, smiled and wiped the sweat from his forehead with his sleeve, and nodded to Jiang Yuwei in agreement.
Jiang Yuwei brought the food into the house. Ning Wan had already eaten in the Princess's courtyard, so she went back to her room to play with Sixi. When Ning Zhao and Ning Huaizhi saw Jiang Yuwei bringing the food, they also hurried out to help.
Right now, there are still too few servants in this courtyard. They have to do many things themselves. In addition, the renovation of the house on Jin Street requires someone to keep an eye on it, so there are even more people in this courtyard.
Jiang Yuwei planned to keep Qiuyue as a maid in her courtyard after Qiuyue's illness was cured. After all, Qiuyue's identity was special, and she would be in danger as long as the Sun family's affairs were not resolved.
Therefore, Jiang Yuwei could feel at ease keeping her by her side.
After all the food was served, the family of three finally sat down to eat.
"Zhao'er, the preliminary examination for the imperial examination is approaching. Don't be distracted. Focus on the examination in everything you do."
Ning Huaizhi picked up a piece of meat and put it in Ning Zhao's bowl, saying.
"I know, Dad, don't worry."
Jiang Yuwei smiled when she heard Ning Zhao say that:
“Yes, we never have to worry about Zhao’er’s studies. After you finish eating, go to your room and take a look at the clothes your grandmother gave you. Pick one out to wear at the Thousand Autumn Banquet.”
Ning Zhao nodded with a smile.
"Mom, I don't understand these things. Can you help me choose in a bit?"
Jiang Yuwei served Ning Zhao a bowl of porridge and handed it to him softly, saying:
"Okay, Mom will help you pick out a nice outfit."
Ning Huaizhi looked at Jiang Yuwei with heartache and said:
“Madam, there are many things to do for the renovation of this courtyard right now, and you need to be busy with them. If you are too busy, just let me know so I can make time to help you.”
Jiang Yuwei also served Ning Huaizhi a bowl of porridge.
“Right now I’ve found a group of workers to do the work. They seem to be quite efficient and quick. With Tiezhu and Xia Yue keeping an eye on things for me, I don’t need to worry about it. You just need to focus on your military affairs.”
Ning Huai nodded.
After the three finished their meal, they each went back to their rooms.
Three days later
Today, they were going to the palace to attend the Thousand Autumns Banquet. Jiang Yuwei got up early and sent Ning Zhao and Ning Huaizhi's clothes to their room. She also asked Sixi to help Ning Wanshuan dress up and change into the set of flowing brocade clothes.
Ning Wan, who was already fair-skinned and adorable thanks to Jiang Yuwei's upbringing, looked just like a fairy who had just descended to earth, now standing in the sun wearing this outfit.
Ning Zhao also came out dressed. Jiang Yuwei chose a lake-blue outfit for Ning Zhao, which suited Ning Zhao's scholarly temperament very well.
In addition, Ning Zhao gets up early every day to practice martial arts, and his height is much taller than when he was in Ningjia Village. His muscles are also firm and smooth, so this outfit looks very appropriate on Ning Zhao, which makes Jiang Yuwei very happy.
Ning Huaizhi was wearing a black robe with dark patterns. He was already tall with broad shoulders and a narrow waist, and his decisive and ruthless temperament, which he had cultivated over the years, made him look very handsome and eye-catching.
Jiang Yuwei chose a long dress in lilac purple and lotus red, with subtle lilac patterns, which was very elegant and beautiful.
"Mother, you look so beautiful today."
As soon as Jiang Yuwei came out of the house, Ning Wan rushed up and grabbed her hand tightly, saying happily.
Jiang Yuwei smiled and straightened Ning Wan's clothes.
"Wan'er looks beautiful today, like a fairy. Do you still remember all the palace etiquette that the instructor taught you?"
Ning Wan blinked her big eyes and said to Jiang Yuwei:
"Wan'er remembers it all and practices with Sixi every day."
Jiang Yuwei nodded.
"Alright, we must be careful in everything we do when we enter the palace today. Don't try to steal the limelight. Wan'er, don't go with anyone else. Remember, never leave your mother's sight, understand?"
Ning Wan nodded in agreement, and Jiang Yuwei then looked at Sixi and instructed him:
"Sixi, once we get to the palace, you must stay by Wan'er's side at all times."
Si Xi also bowed in response.
Then Jiang Yuwei turned to Ning Zhao and Ning Huaizhi and smiled:
"I don't need to give you two any special instructions, right?"
The two nodded with smiles.
Jiang Yuwei then looked at Xia Yue.
"Have you given Yunqing his performance costume?"
Xia Yue nodded.
"I gave it to him first thing this morning. I'll go check if he's ready."
With that, Xia Yue turned around and went to knock on Yun Qing's door.
Jiang Yuwei stepped forward to inspect the fire pot. She felt uneasy and anxious, not knowing why. Right now, she could only give all the instructions and check all the gifts before she could enter the palace with peace of mind.
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