SFS Chapter 190 Princess Anding Visits Qin Mansion
Chapter 190 Princess Anding Visits Qin Mansion
In Prime Minister Qin's residence, the eldest daughter Qin Yuehua was counting the gifts to be taken to the Su residence in her room.
A set of four treasures of the study prepared for Mr. Su, all made of high-quality materials, including Hui ink, Duan inkstone, Hu brush, and Xuan paper.
There were also two bottles of beauty pills prepared for Su's mother and sister Su, and two pieces of brocade sent by my uncle from Suhang, one was maple leaf red, one was purple, one was golden gauze that shone with golden light and looked noble, and one was light pink floating brocade.
In addition, there are furs that can be used in winter, three pure white fox furs without any mixed hair, and two violet mink scarves.
In addition to the cloth she brought for the woman, there was also a piece of moon-white brocade, a piece of dark-black silk satin with bamboo patterns, and a silver wolf cloak made of silver wolf skin that she had specially selected for Master Su.
Qin Yuehua imagined in her mind that these two colors would be very suitable for Master Su.
Not only for the master's family, she also picked out a lot of cloth for ordinary maids and servants to wear. Even if it was an ordinary fabric in her eyes, it was still very good cloth for ordinary civilians.
Qin Yuehua said to Tingyu: "Tingyu, do you think this is enough? Isn't the gift a little too light?"
When the maid Tingyu heard this, she burst out laughing and teased her mistress, "Miss, in my opinion, you want to move the entire Qin Mansion there."
Qin Yuehua felt a little shy when she heard this. She changed the subject and asked, "I asked the kitchen to make some cakes to take to the Su Mansion yesterday. Are they ready?"
The maid Tingyu said: "When I went to the kitchen to pick up breakfast this morning, the kitchen manager Yao had already put the Poria cocos cake, milk skin cake, and jujube paste cake in the steamer. They should be ready now. I will go get them now." After saying this, she ran away.
Qin Yuehua covered her hot cheeks and breathed a sigh of relief. Then the maid Tingyu came running back. Qin Yuehua quickly put down her hands and asked in confusion: "Tingyu, why are you back again?"
The maid Tingyu said: "Miss, the maid from the front yard came over and said that the old master wants you to go to the main hall right now, saying that Princess Anding is here to visit with the Prince of Anding."
After saying this, the maid Tingyu didn't dare to look at her mistress's expression anymore. This Princess Anding might be here to discuss the subsequent marriage matters.
In the past few days, she has finally understood the young lady's thoughts. In order to go to the Su Mansion to express her gratitude, she has carefully selected the gift for several days and always asks for her opinion from time to time. However, seeing that her young lady sometimes looks confused in her feelings, she is afraid that she has not yet understood her feelings.
Qin Yuehua frowned slightly and murmured: "Prince Zhou, Zhou Yao". After a while, she said: "Let's go and take a look."
When Qin Yuehua was about to reach the door of the main hall, she saw her grandfather chatting with Princess Anding and Prince Zhou.
Grandfather also tested Prince Zhou on his academic performance. Prince Zhou was wearing a moon-white satin round-necked robe. He stood straight and talked eloquently, as if he was very satisfied with his answers. There was also a hint of barely perceptible pride and an unconcealable arrogance in his voice.
So this is Prince Zhou. Apart from meeting him twice when she was a child, this is the first time she has met her fiancé, to whom she has been engaged for many years, after she became an adult.
She saw that her grandfather was still smiling and nodding in praise, and it was obvious that he was very satisfied with the prince's knowledge.
She looked at her future husband carefully and saw that he had a handsome appearance, sharp eyebrows, bright eyes, a high nose bridge, and slightly upturned lips, revealing a confidence and composure.
Qin Yuehua was already accustomed to the arrogance of these children from aristocratic families. All the children from aristocratic families in Kyoto who had a little status were like this, let alone a prince.
Just as everyone was talking, suddenly, my grandfather started coughing violently, as if he was going to cough out his lungs.
Seeing this, the butler Qin Shun behind him hurriedly handed over a handkerchief. My grandfather quickly reached out to take it and quickly covered his mouth with the handkerchief, trying to cover up the sound of his cough so as not to appear too rude.
Qin Yuehua was extremely anxious. She stepped over the threshold and rushed to her grandfather's side, anxiously asking, "Grandfather, what's wrong with you? Are you feeling unwell? Chief Steward, please quickly call the imperial physician!"
Qin Xiang smiled and comforted Qin Yuehua, saying, "It's okay, child. It's just some old ailments. Don't worry."
Then, he turned to apologize to Princess Anding and the Crown Prince, "I'm so sorry for making you laugh. I was really rude today."
Princess Anding responded politely, "Prime Minister Qin, you are too kind. You are devoted to the country and the people, working hard day and night. It is natural that you will feel a little unwell. We all understand."
However, not long after, Qin Xiang couldn't help coughing again.
Princess Anding looked at Prime Minister Qin, a strange look flashing in her eyes. Could it be true, as the rumors said, that Prime Minister Qin was really terminally ill and had not much time left? She couldn't help but wonder.
Moreover, when Princess Anding came to the Qin Mansion today, she did not see Qin Qianbai, the son of Prime Minister Qin. She heard that Qin Qianbai had caused many scandals because he favored concubines and neglected his wife, and was eventually driven out of the mansion by Prime Minister Qin.
It seemed that Qin Qianbai was indeed not a reliable person. Thinking of this, Princess Anding felt a little puzzled. How could her precious son, Zhilan Yushu, be so outstanding, have such an unreliable father-in-law? She had canceled the marriage today.
Qin Yuehua quickly poured a cup of tea for her grandfather to moisten his throat. He picked up the teacup and drank it all in one gulp. Then he closed his eyes and frowned slightly, as if he was enduring some pain. After a while, he opened his eyes, took a deep breath, and then exhaled slowly.
"Much better..." he said softly, with a hint of fatigue and relief in his tone. Obviously, this cup of tea had a great soothing effect on him.
Qin Yuehua felt relieved when she saw this, but at the same time she felt very distressed. Her grandfather was very old and had always been in poor health. Recently, he had been coughing frequently and other symptoms.
She knew that these were traces left by the years, and all she could do was to take good care of her grandfather as much as possible.
Princess Anding had a thought in her mind, but she smiled as she looked at Qin Yuehua, a hint of surprise flashing in her eyes: "This is Yuehua, you've grown so big! Last time I saw her, she was still a child, and now I see that she has become a graceful young lady in the blink of an eye. And today, I see that she is still a filial girl!"
As she spoke, Princess Anding gently patted Qin Yuehua's hand, her eyes full of love. Qin Yuehua responded with a smile, but she felt a little confused.
The Princess of Anding looked amiable, but she always felt that there was an unpredictable look in her eyes.
Princess Anding went on to say, "It's a pity that I came a little late. If I had returned to Beijing two years earlier, I might have been able to meet your mother, my sister Chu." As she spoke, her voice became lower and a little sad.
The Sister Chu that Princess Anding was talking about was her mother Chu Jinqing. Qin Yuehua's heart moved. She recalled that when her mother was bedridden, she had mentioned Princess Anding many times and even asked her to write several letters to be sent to southern Xinjiang.
However, those letters fell into oblivion without any response. Now that she heard Princess Anding mention this, she couldn't help but doubt whether the other party really cared about this friendship.
Princess Anding continued speaking, tears glistening in her eyes: "Your mother and I have known each other since childhood, and we are as close as sisters. We have spent many wonderful times together, and those memories are still vivid in my mind. It's a pity..." As she spoke, she gently wiped the tears from the corners of her eyes with a handkerchief, her expression sad and lonely.
Qin Yuehua looked at Princess Anding and couldn't help but sigh in her heart. If she didn't know their past, she might be moved by her performance at this moment, but now, she only had endless doubts and vigilance in her heart. After all, people of their class were unpredictable, especially in this capital city full of power struggles and interest disputes.
Qin Yuehua walked up to the two of them, knelt down and greeted them, "Greetings to Princess Anding, greetings to Prince Anding, I'm sorry for being rude just now."
When Princess Anding saw that Qin Yuehua performed the ceremony very well and was dignified and graceful, she couldn't help but feel a little sorry. It was a pity that their Qin family was no longer as good as before and was no longer a good marriage partner.