The Cousin Is About to Marry，The Abstinent Young Lord Loses Control-Chapter 155: Bastard Thing

From the Empress to the ordinary concubines.

As well as the female relatives of the Imperial Family and the nobility, noble ladies, all entered the palace for the banquet.

With the Empress’s support, the finest flowers raised in the greenhouse were moved to the Imperial Garden.

Brilliant colors, clusters of blossoms.

Many varieties are rarely seen on normal days.

Everyone who sees it must exclaim, today’s banquet is truly a feast for the eyes.

Mrs. Guan and Xie Yunling entered the palace together with the Commandery Princess.

Upon seeing this grand occasion, their hearts were slightly uneasy.

By rights, the Empress entrusted the heavy responsibility of organizing the banquet to Consort Xu, intending for her to retreat and give up her position as a concubine.

But now, she has given her such great face, not only supporting her fully, making the banquet splendid, but also inviting distinguished noblewomen to attend and support...

Could it be that she intends to elevate her high, only to let her fall heavily?

In some sense, Ji Mingzhu and Xie family’s interests are closely related.

No matter how much they dislike her, during this time, the old lady and the Commandery Princess have not troubled her.

Just to let her focus on completing the task arranged by the palace.

Looking at the scene before her, Princess An He feels uncertain.

She turned her head to ask Mrs. Guan, "Did Ji Mingzhu tell you anything about the banquet?"

Mrs. Guan shook her head, "No."

Yet in her heart, she’s guessing whether the Empress is, for General Ji’s sake, abandoning the idea of troubling Mingzhu.

And Consort Xu thus benefits from it, escaping a disaster?

Mrs. Guan feels sorry for Mingzhu, losing both parents at such a young age, now protected by the Empress, it should have been a great thing.

But Mrs. Guan can’t feel happy.

That matters concerning the Royal Family’s face, if the Emperor knew his wife was still thinking about another man.

Mingzhu would undoubtedly suffer!

She sighs silently, Mingzhu’s child is truly unfortunate.

Unable to advance or retreat, like fish on a chopping board, only allowed to be slaughtered.

Fortunately, she married Ah Zhen.

If something really happens, someone would still maneuver for her.

Otherwise, Mingzhu’s life would be truly bleak!

Princess An He’s gaze searches around and sees Ji Mingzhu surrounded by several young women, chatting and laughing.

She rolls her eyes arrogantly.

"Without Ah Zhen, how could she have this honor? Just a few days ago, she dared to quarrel with Ah Zhen, truly ignorant!"

Xie Yunling whispers, "Aunt, don’t make it difficult for elder brother, if Sister Mingzhu doesn’t want him, he would either become a monk or a loner, staying away from home all the time, unlike now, returning to the mansion every day on time, so you see him every day, doesn’t that make you happy?"

Thinking of Xie Yunzhen’s uselessness, Princess An He feels stifled.

A son who is not competent makes her, as a mother-in-law, have to watch the daughter-in-law’s face.

It truly upends the order of heaven!

Seeing Princess An He looking unhappy, Xie Yunling lowers her head, smirking.

She has lived with Sister Mingzhu day and night for three years, feeling like real sisters.

She won’t tolerate anyone bullying her sister!

Mrs. Guan helplessly shakes her head, "Sister-in-law, don’t get angry with her, wait until the banquet is over and see how I deal with her."

Princess An He sneers.

"I’m not petty, why get into a tiff with a child?"

She glances at Ji Mingzhu, "Go tell her, today there are many eyes watching, be sure to be careful what she says and does, if she offends someone formidable, don’t blame our Xie family for being righteous but ruthless."

After saying this, she slowly walks to her seat.

Xie Yunling whispers, "Aunt is really odd, she can clearly accept Sister Mingzhu, so the two can live harmoniously, but she insists on nitpicking, making everyone uneasy."

Finding faults with Sister Mingzhu while also advising Sister Mingzhu.

Isn’t Aunt really badly confused?

While others are not paying attention, Mrs. Guan pinches the soft flesh of Xie Yunling’s waist.

"This girl is getting more and more reckless, when you return to the mansion today, you will reflect on your behavior behind closed doors."

Xie Yunling pouts, "I’m only speaking the truth!"

"Things in the world are not simply black and white, your aunt protecting Mingzhu is also protecting Duke Mansion, safeguarding your elder brother’s interests, if you don’t understand this simple reasoning, after you’re married, you’ll be bullied by your in-laws!"

Xie Yunling huffs.

"With you all supporting me, I’m not afraid."

Mrs. Guan is even more helpless, deciding that after the Dragon Boat Festival, she would invite a female teacher to teach Yunling proper manners.

And let her read more books to gain wisdom.

If she continues to be unchecked, once she’s married, it’ll be too late to teach her any principles.

One’s own child is dearly loved.

After the daughter marries, others might not use gentle ways to teach her manners.

Mrs. Guan cannot control Yunling’s entire life, but she wants to do her best to teach her daughter to be wise.

Afraid the girl will cause trouble if she runs wild.

So she decisively pulls Xie Yunling’s hand, "Come, let’s go find Mingzhu."

Ji Mingzhu is now favored by the Empress.

Half of the noblewomen in the capital want to build ties with her.

The other half either watching how things unfold.

Or look down on her orphan status, never having considered establishing ties with Ji Mingzhu.

There’s also a small portion who hold grudges with Xie Yunling and would only keep their distance in this life.

Like the Du Family.

When Mrs. Du sees Ji Mingzhu, her gaze is cold, as if wanting to swallow her whole.

Fortunately, Ji Mingzhu is strong-willed, not affected by her mood.

While socializing with noblewomen, her speech is gracious, with appropriate demeanor, leaving a good impression in such a setting for the first time.

When the noble ladies and young mistresses were seated, Mrs. Guan stepped forward to talk to Ji Mingzhu.

"How’s it going, any trouble?"

Ji Mingzhu shakes her head, "Everything’s going smoothly."

The Imperial Concubine and Du Peifang wanting to harm her, Ji Mingzhu keeps hidden in her heart, not wanting Mrs. Guan to worry.

"The Commandery Princess asked me to remind you, there are many people and eyes today, to be mindful of what you say and do."

Ji Mingzhu instinctively looks toward Princess An He.

The other seated with many around her.

Loved and admired, splendid.

Perhaps sensing her gaze, Princess An He looks up.

Her eyes carry a warning.

Ji Mingzhu calmly withdraws her gaze, "I understand, Aunt, there’s a peony you like at today’s banquet, the Empress said she would reward me with two pots when the banquet ends successfully, and even let me pick myself. Pay close attention later, whichever you like I’ll win for you."

Mrs. Guan chuckles, "This is not a gambling game, how could there be win or lose?"

Ji Mingzhu confidently, "Not decided yet, isn’t it a gamble?"

"Sounds reasonable, then I’ll wait."

Ji Mingzhu smiles lightly, "But you must be prepared, I’m afraid you might be disappointed."

Mrs. Guan chuckles out loud.

"If you can’t win, then I’ll make you bake another round of begonia cakes, last time Yunling brought them back, most were eaten by her."

"Sure, I’ll also make you fried peony pancakes to fully express my apology."

Mrs. Guan isn’t sure when she learned the craft.

She praises, "Ah Zhen marrying you is truly fortunate from past lives."

Ji Mingzhu’s smile stiffens.

Quickly adjusting, "It’s Aunt’s great teaching."

In front of Mrs. Guan, Ji Mingzhu can’t help but show her girlish demeanor.

Little chin raised, expressive eyes, dimples faintly showing on her cheeks, she has a charming beauty.

Seeing her makes one want to cherish her.

From afar, Princess An He rolls her eyes.

Clueless troublemaker, doesn’t know who her real mother-in-law is!