MTL - The Reborn Noble Daughter

 Chapter 10 10. Preparation

“Then thank you cousin for your generosity. I will pour you some tea someday and prepare a thank you gift.”

"It's easy to talk about. I heard from my second cousin that there is a new chef in Changchun Building, who is good at Jiangnan cuisine. How about you treat me to a meal as a thank you gift?"

 “One word is settled.”

Looking at the cunning eyes of the woman in front of him, Bai Siruo seemed to have reacquainted himself with this cousin who he didn't usually have many friends with.

In the past, Feng Jinyao always had a submissive and taciturn look. She also didn't like to show off at banquets, which really didn't match up with her cheerful temper. Therefore, although they were related by blood, they were not very familiar with each other.

　Today, her eyes lit up, and she felt a little more like it.

 The people of the Bai family were naturally happy to see that the two young girls had a tacit understanding.

On the other hand, the third lady, Mrs. Shen, was a little unconvinced after hearing what she said. She pushed Bai Sihan with her elbow, who was standing next to her. Unfortunately, she looked thoughtful, and she didn't know what she was thinking.

Mr. Shen was not willing to let her daughter fall behind others, so she planned to argue a few words.

But before he opened his mouth, the woman from outside came in and said that breakfast had been prepared, and the Prime Minister and the three gentlemen were waiting in the hall.

So everyone stood up, Bai Siruo and Feng Jinyao supported Mrs. Bai from the left and the right, and headed towards the hall.

 After breakfast, Mrs. Bai was sent back to Shouanyuan by her third wife Shen and fourth wife Princess Wen Yi to rest. There were many guests coming today, so she needed to keep herself up.

On the other hand, several juniors followed the eldest lady Lin and got busy individually.

Girls and servants are in the inner courtyard, and servants and servants are in the outer courtyard. They shuttle between the two places in an orderly manner. Although they dare not speak loudly, everyone has a smile on their face.

Those who came here today are all distinguished guests, and they cannot be treated at all.

 Mrs. Lin made all the arrangements half a month ago.

 Mother Lin is responsible for the table and chair furnishings required for the banquet, all kinds of dishes, boxes and utensils, and the daily necessities for the wine basket.

 The food and wine dishes are in charge of Chef Xu.

The arrangement of the guests' seats was decided by the two sisters-in-law, but the burden of hosting and persuading the guests to drink at the banquet was left to Feng Jinlin.

“Don’t worry, auntie, the waiter will let them drink and talk happily today, and the guests will return home happily!”

With Feng Jinlin’s assurance, Mrs. Lin felt relieved.

There are not many children in the family, and the eldest son, Feng Jinxu, has a calm and upright temperament, so it is best to leave this kind of fun to the waiter.

 Then, he ordered Feng Jinyao and others.

"Today's banquet for the female family members will be held in Qinxiang Courtyard. Everything has been arranged. However, there will be many ladies and ladies coming at that time. On weekdays, you can play together as much as possible and have a good time. Remember The Zhang family of Yushitai and the Wang family of Yingtian Mansion just had a conflict a few days ago, don't let them bring the trouble, you know?"

“Don’t worry, auntie, as long as I’m here, there won’t be any chaos.” Bai Siruo assured her, and Mrs. Lin nodded happily.

 Subsequently, he took the three sisters to Qinxiangyuan.

I saw that this courtyard is quite large, with pavilions, bridges and flowing water. It is both grand and exquisite.

Although it is the middle of winter and there is not much scenery to see, Mrs. Lin is a clever and thoughtful person.

Earlier, he ordered people to make many exquisite lamps, which were hung on dead branches with some lantern riddles on them. A rosewood table was placed in the center of the courtyard, with many small and exquisite things on it, all of which were gifts corresponding to the lantern riddles.

In this way, the female relatives also have interesting things to do, and naturally there is not much thought about gossip.     "Auntie is very capable."

Feng Jinyao admired from the bottom of her heart. On the contrary, Bai Sihan picked up the things on the table and looked at them. He curled his lips and showed no interest in his eyes. He just didn't dare to say anything because of the elder's presence.

Mrs. Lin didn’t like Bai Sanlang’s family at all, but for many years she had never neglected the gifts she prepared for every festive occasion and the relatives who needed to leave. However, she somehow offended Mrs. Shen and her “golden” daughter.

One always has some acidic words to irritate, and the other is used to slandering immortals, looking down on everything.

If it weren't for her mother's birthday, she would have gone to great lengths to deal with the mother and daughter, and would have allowed them to run wild here.

I was too lazy to pay attention to Bai Sihan's behavior. After giving a few instructions, I took my close mother to the outer courtyard to greet her.

Bai Sihan is naturally charming, but also has the appearance of a weak willow supporting the wind. The two temperaments are blended very cleverly in her body, and she can still stand up even when standing next to Bai Siruo, who is of royal blood.

 Cute and moving, fairy-like and jade-colored.

Bai Siruo didn't like this cousin, so he found an excuse to take Feng Jinyao away.

On the other hand, Bai Sihan on the side didn't rush over when he saw this. He turned around and asked someone to find a guqin.

In the pavilion in Qinxiang Courtyard, I burned incense and got up my mood. The guqin played by my fingertips seemed to have spirituality. The song "Spring River Flowers and Moonlight Night" was performed very well. Feng Jinyao felt that it was good even after listening to it through half the wall.

Bai Siruo held hot tea in hand to drive away the chill.

Hearing the music playing over and over in his ears, the unhappiness that was still hidden in his heart was now revealed on his face.

“What are you showing off to? It’s my grandmother’s birthday today, who else are you trying to steal the limelight from?”

 Then she placed the tea cup heavily on the table. Some of the hot tea inside spilled out and burned the back of her hand, but she didn't know it.

She was a person who kept her secrets secret. Feng Jinyao thought of the "good sisters" she had made friends with in her previous life. They were all smiles in front of others but had a sly heart in front of others. But this cousin Bai was an upright one.

“Why is my cousin angry? But because of her outstanding piano skills, her fourth uncle criticized her?”

With one sentence, Bai Siruo's thoughts were revealed. She blushed for a moment and then responded calmly.

"Father said that I was over sixteen years old and didn't have much to offer. However, although this cousin grew up in Qiongzhou, her behavior was more like the legitimate daughter of the Dongdu family. He liked her so much that he simply wanted her. It’s okay to be a daughter, but you can also let me be free.”

The disappointment and unwillingness in her eyes were clearly visible, and she had the stubborn expression of a little daughter, which made Feng Jinyao feel a little distressed.

"Cousin, you really don't have any good skills? I heard from my second brother that you are very good at throwing pots, but your accuracy is not as good as his. It's a pity that the fourth uncle and the fourth aunt are watching you closely, otherwise you would not have the talent for riding and shooting. I'm afraid he's even more powerful than my second brother."

"What's the use? My father always forces me to study, and my mother sends nuns to teach me the rules every day. It seems that she has to make me into another Wei Lanxuan in order to be satisfied."

Bai Siruo looked tired, and when he said these words, the annoyance in his heart was aroused again.

Wei Lanxuan, the eldest granddaughter of Duke Wei of the Eastern Capital and the niece of Concubine Wei, has always been a noblewoman from a prestigious family in the Eastern Capital.

Feng Jinyao heard her fourth aunt mention it in her spare time. When the ladies in the backyard thought of her, everyone's eyes were filled with admiration.

 Hence, Bai Siruocai always feels like a dwarf.

Now, there is another Bai Sihan, how can she not be angry!

 (End of this chapter)