Chapter 47: The Golden Sons-in-law and the BFFs

  Although Rongqin Wang is the emperor's younger brother, it's better for him to participate less in imperial power and court affairs. Pang Guogong and Yang Guogong have a good relationship between their two families. The remaining four families, Nangong, Anping Houye, and the royal family, which values military achievements more than noble titles, and the Su family, which controls the grain economy of Dongqin State, are all at the height of their power.

  Rong Qin Wang had only one daughter, who was exceptionally granted the title of Princess Chang Le by the Emperor. This shows how much the Emperor of Eastern Qin valued Rong Qin Wang.

  Changle Princess was born with a beautiful appearance, and she also had an elegant and noble demeanor, which is rare among princesses. Rong Qi Wang's wife was the daughter of Lin Jia University Scholar, and her poetry and book-like appearance were considered one of the best in the capital at that time. At that time, the matchmaker who proposed the marriage had to break through the threshold of Lin's house, and finally, it was Empress Dowager herself who spoke about the marriage. Rong Qi Wang and his wife loved each other deeply, and Rong Qi Wang never married another woman throughout his life. When Changle Princess came of age, Rong Qi Wang's wife passed away, and Changle Princess mourned for three years. It seems that Rong Guo Gong was also anxious, as this Changle Princess had the reputation of being a female Zhuge Liang. If she could form a marital alliance with her brother, it would probably be not bad either.

  Pang Guogong personally led Rong Qinwang to the banquet hall, while Pang Luoxue was in charge of entertaining Princess Chang Le.

  Pang Luoxue said: I, Pang Luoxue, have seen Princess Chang Le.

  Chang Le smiled and personally helped her up, saying: "Miss Pang is polite. Today, I have troubled Father King many times. Please forgive Miss Pang."

  Pang Luoxue accompanied Zhao Changle to the women's seat at the banquet, where Yang's sister, British Madame, came over with her two daughters. The elder was called An Yuyan and the younger was named An Yuqing. Pang Luoxue and they were cousins who grew up together since childhood, so their feelings for each other were naturally not bad. Although Princess Changle was older than them, she didn't have the airs of a royal princess, and after exchanging a few words, the group became lively and cheerful.

  Yang saw many girls today, and she was very satisfied. When she saw Princess Chang Le, her eyes lit up. She had been friends with Rong Qin Wang Fu Jin for a long time, so she knew her character well. Naturally, the daughter she raised would not be bad either. Especially since Princess Chang Le completely inherited Lin's appearance, looking like a clear water lotus flower, making Yang feel extremely satisfied.

  Pang Ce didn't know that his mother had already been looking for a suitable candidate for him in her heart, nor did he know what she was thinking.

  Pang Ce is familiar with Yu Wang, Nan Gong, Su Yi, and Lin Qing. Yu Wang and Pang Ce met while traveling and studying together, and the two of them got to know Jin Wang through various coincidences. Now that they have a new understanding of him, they naturally dare not get too close to him anymore.

  Among the princes, the eldest prince died young, the second prince's mother was of low status, the third prince was the son of the empress, Yu Wang, the fourth prince died early due to illness, the fifth prince was Zhao Jin, the sixth prince had a strange personality and was disliked by the emperor, the seventh prince was clever, and the seventh prince and eighth princess were twins. The Eastern Qin state has always liked auspicious omens, so these two naturally gained the favor of Emperor Chong Yang, and their mother, Consort Li, being the daughter of the Su family, was deeply loved.

  These few people can be said to be the outstanding young talents of Dongqin State, and their comprehensive talents are quite eye-catching. The girls who came to this banquet were all shining with excitement, and if they could catch one, they would be happy to death. The madams of various families were also discussing among themselves, fearing that their own daughters would miss the golden turtle son-in-law.

  Pang Luoxue led the group of sisters to sit down in the banquet hall, and on the other side, Lianyeda said that Qiu Yaoke had arrived. Pang Luoxue said: Everyone sits down and has a drink first, I'll introduce someone to you later, guaranteed that you will get along very happily.

  After finishing, she walked away with a mysterious face, leaving several people curious. Lotus Leaf said to the ladies: Today's dishes are all personally selected by my family's second miss, and the chef of Wangjiang Building personally designed them, which is the most flavorful. And this wine is all Baifeng wine from Cuimicro Building, which can't be drunk normally.

  Everyone was excited, this Cuimicro Building is the best smoke flower building in the capital, under Qi Yao's management, it ranks among the top in the four countries. The famous qin masters and dance masters are all in Cuimicro Building, these young ladies who want to learn qin skills or dance must work harder. The owner of this building is even more beautiful.

  On this side, the conversation was warm and lively. On that side, Princess Xue led Qi Yao over. Qi Yao rarely wore a light-colored palace dress, which was both simple and elegant. Her naturally somewhat heroic appearance made Qi Yao even more radiant and dazzling to behold.

  Pang Luo Xue introduced the noble lady on this side, then coughed and said: The young lady by my side is the owner of Cuimiao Building, Yao Zhu.

  Everyone was shocked that Pang Luoxue's face was so big, and it was already impressive to get the dishes under the name of Cuimiao Building, not to mention this refreshing and delicious Hundred Flower Wine. Now even the owner of the building has come, Pang Luoxue's face is truly beyond ordinary people's reach.

  Everyone exchanged greetings, and although Qi Ya was now the mistress of the house, she was still a young lady from a good family and knew how to conduct herself.

  Princess Changle seemed to like the dance of Cuimiulou very much and asked: I wonder if there is a famous dancer named Yu Ying in the building of Master Yao?

  Qī Yāo nodded: Yes, it seems that Yuè Yǐng is the one who just came to our Cuì Wēi Building last month. Her specialty dance is indeed the Moon Shadow Dance. I specially ordered a moon shadow silk for her. Is Your Highness interested?

  Chang Le nodded and said: Really at the Cuiwei Building, my family has a dancer who had the good fortune to learn her Moon Shadow Dance, but unfortunately she didn't learn much. She mentioned that Yueying was the best at this dance, if it's convenient, can I go to the Cuiwei Building to take a look? People say that Yueying has a big temper and is not easy to get along with, even officials and nobles don't dare to curry favor with her easily.

  Qī Yāo thought for a moment about Yuè Yǐng's temper, indeed it was so. That girl was stubborn and said: "Your Highness, whenever you have time to come to Cuì Wēi Lóu, I will let Yuè Yǐng personally dance for you. If Your Highness wants to learn, that's also fine."

  Chang Le's happy face was flushed as she grasped Qi Yao's hand and said, "Thank you so much, Master Yao."

  Qī Yāo nodded and said: Princess, you're too polite. Snow's friends are naturally my friends.

  Chang Le Gong Zhu is also a straightforward person, saying: "Everyone is sisters, what's the point of saying princess or not? Just call me Chang Le, although I'm older than you guys by a few years, don't look down on me."

  Everyone got along well, and a close-knit circle of friends was formed. There's the princess of Dongqin State, the county lady of Dongqin State, the owner of the building, two noble ladies from the British royal family, and naturally, there are also those two troublemakers, Lian Ye and Lian Ou.

  Qī Yāo was surrounded by several noble ladies asking her this and that. Fortunately, the people around were simple-minded and no one came out to provoke her.

  If every day were as beautiful as this, there would be no need for intrigue and struggle, nor would it be necessary to live so laboriously.

  "Why are you all so happy, little sister? Did I miss out on something good?"

  Pang Luo Xue felt extremely annoyed as soon as she heard it, and indeed, what she feared would happen did happen.

  Then turned around and looked at Pang Luo Yu...