67 Insights

  Li Qianxue watched as the Yang family's daughters walked further and further away from her, tears welling up in her eyes. Meanwhile, Biyun, who had been waiting nearby and hadn't left, hurried over with a look of concern, "Miss, are you not feeling well? Oh dear, your face doesn't look too good, let me take you down to rest for a bit!"

  "Me...!" Li Qianshu thought she wasn't tired and didn't feel uncomfortable.

  But Biyun whispered in her ear: "The Princess Chang orders you to choose whether to go or stay!"

  Li Qianxue immediately fell silent and obediently followed Biyun to rest. The ladies of the aristocratic families at home had all received training, so they naturally understood what was going on, but they just didn't say anything about it. Yang Xu was the emperor's childhood companion and reader, and had once made great contributions to his enthronement. Nowadays, he held military power and was favored by the emperor, repeatedly entrusted with important tasks. Among the imperial sons-in-law, he was the first and only one, and this honor was not something that anyone could compare to.

  Besides, there is also Hui Taizheng Gongzhu around, the emperor's own sister. No one would dare to offend such a noble family unless absolutely necessary.

  Everyone continued to chat and laugh as if nothing had happened earlier, and it became a fleeting cloud.

  The Second Young Lady brought three younger sisters into the small hall, which was already packed with people. At the top sat Princess He'an and Princess Ping'an, both of whom were the paternal grandmother of Mingyu County's mistress. Yang Lan should also address her as "Grand Aunt". She was also the sister of the previous emperor, but their relationship was not close, and she was a low-key and cautious person. Her children and grandchildren were all well-behaved and successful, which is why they had such happiness today.

  Next to them on both sides were the wives of high-ranking officials, many of whom were princesses or noblewomen, and some of whom had a bit of a connection with Princess Hui Chang.

  Yang Lan and Ming Yuwen Ruo gathered in front of He An and Ping An, the old ancestors. They joked and teased, making the old ancestor laugh loudly. The hall was filled with joyful voices and laughter.

  "Second sister, you've arrived. Let me introduce you, this is Princess He'an, and this is our maternal grandmother, whom you can also address as Ancestor." Yang Lan quickly spoke to remind her sisters.

  The second daughter led her sisters in greeting their ancestors with respect and courtesy, "Greetings to our two ancestors, wishing them peace and good health!"

  Four girls in a row curtsied with their sleeves folded, their voices clear and crisp, their movements standardized. Their eyes were slightly lowered, with a hint of joyful smile, their attitude was dignified and polite. An old ancestor glanced at the four of them, examined them briefly before smiling slowly and saying: "Good! Good! You are all good kids, get up quickly!" As she spoke, she had someone reward the children, her daughter-in-law immediately took off the four bangles from her wrist to give to them.

  "These kids are still pretty good!" Ping An also smiled with a kind face.

  Hehe, this old ancestor is lively and kind-hearted, loves bustle, today also heard that He Hui's place has bustle. Princess Ping'an's sister also came to play, Princess He'an received the invitation and specially ran over to gather with Princess Ping'an and other elderly noblewomen friends.

  The second daughter led the three younger sisters, one by one, to pay respects and exchange pleasantries with everyone present. She showed herself to be sensible and well-behaved, and the other girls followed her example without a single misstep. They closely followed the second daughter, not daring to take half a step out of line.

  After a round, the four of them also received quite a few rewards. With a pile of accessories of all colors, he smiled faintly at Princess Hui Chang and said: "You kids can't sit still. Go play!"

  Yang Lan and Ming Yu made their bows and quietly withdrew, the second young lady and others also followed suit with great composure. Although they only paid their respects, from start to finish not a single extra word was spoken, but it could be considered as showing their faces in front of the noble people.

  Yang Lan led them to the small pavilion in the garden, where Zhou Ying and Ming Yu were pulled away by a few girls. Only after everyone had left did she pat her chest with a look of relief and say: "I was so nervous, afraid that I would say something wrong and lose face. Luckily, I can finally catch my breath!" She plopped down on the stone bench, panting heavily.

  The Yang sisters were all in high spirits for the first time, and Yang Lan also felt that they had done a great job earlier and couldn't help but encourage them: "The several sisters did a great job just now!"

  The fifth girl is not much older than Yang Lan, and she still has a bit of a childish air about her. Hearing this, she couldn't help but stare with her big round eyes and ask: "Really? We didn't make any mistakes just now? I'm actually really nervous too, look at my palms, they're all sweaty!" As she said that, she stretched out her small hand for the other girls to see, and indeed it was a bit damp from being clenched.

  Yang Lan nodded vigorously and said in a affirmative tone: "You guys did great earlier! I saw the ancestors nodding their heads, thinking that your etiquette is very standard! My mother was also very happy, and Second Sister's leadership was good!"

  The second daughter couldn't help but lift her head and laugh, "I didn't dare say it, my palms are sweating too!"

  "Haha! So second sister is nervous too, then I'll balance it!" The third sister giggled and her mischievous expression made people want to laugh.

  At this time, the fourth girl said: "I'm also very nervous, these noble people are giving me a lot of pressure! We've only met once, and I think Sixth Sister often enters the palace, so we should be careful and cautious. It's better to stay at home and live comfortably! I really don't know why my cousin is so eager to get close to those nobles! Earlier, I didn't even dare to lift my head, and I felt like those noble people's gaze could see right through me, making my back shiver!" After finishing speaking, she let out a light sigh.

  Everyone was lost in thought after hearing this, but it was the third daughter who laughed first and said: "Yesterday my mother told me to get along well with Sixth Sister, saying that Eldest Aunt is a good person. I used to be jealous of Sixth Sister, thinking that I'm not inferior to her, why should I be lower than her? But today I understand a bit more. The day before yesterday, my brother was sent to the military camp by Eldest Uncle, I know this is for his own good, and we have today's glory all thanks to our elders' hard work. I may not be able to do anything, but from now on, I won't bring shame to the Yang family again."

  She turned around and gave a respectful bow to her sisters, "Second sister, I was ignorant in the past and didn't understand many things. Today, I've learned a lot from you. I'm apologizing to you here! And please forgive me, sisters, for my selfishness and mistakes in the past. If I do anything wrong again, please correct me, and I'll definitely change!" Her expression was solemn and sincere, with a hint of relief on her face.

  Yang Lan and Er Gu Niang were all looking at her with some surprise, San Jie's demeanor was calm and composed, her face was rosy and normal, her eyes shone with sincerity and clarity. At this moment, Yang Lan suddenly realized that San Gu Niang was really very beautiful, bright and moving, straightforward and generous.

  "Third sister is so beautiful!" Yang Lan thought in her heart and couldn't help but blurt out.

  Several sisters burst out laughing, and the fifth sister covered her mouth and laughed: "Look at Sixth Sister's expression, so silly and stupid, it's hilarious!"

  The fourth sister was afraid that Yang Lan would get angry, so she glared at her younger sister with a fierce stare, but she couldn't help bursting out laughing herself.

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