The Slender Waist-Chapter 775 - 552: Thousand Autumns of Happiness

Feng Yun took Pei Jue’s birthday very seriously, personally handling the cleaning of the entire Pei Residence from inside and out, from arranging banquet dishes to planning the guest list, she coordinated everything with the Pei Family without delegating to others.

Pei Yao was delighted.

Seeing all the large and small packages being carried into the Pei Residence, she was extremely gratified.

Finally, her sister-in-law realized that she needed to take on the role of the head of the household, and from now on, she, as the eldest sister-in-law, wouldn’t have to manage the house unofficially...

Pei Yao organized the account books clearly and personally brought them to Feng Yun’s room.

Unexpectedly, she was smilingly sent back by Feng Yun.

"Sister, don’t put down the responsibilities; I really can’t handle this household."

Pei Yao was stunned.

Feng Yun smiled and pushed the account books back.

"Once my husband’s birthday is over, I should return to Andu. The matters of the Pei Residence will still need you to trouble yourself a lot."

Pei Yao was secretly surprised.

"Are you still planning to return to Andu?"

Feng Yun smiled and nodded, "Yes, I need to return. So many people are waiting for me there. Without me, Changmen would become chaotic."

Pei Yao was very reluctant for her sister-in-law and her brother to live separately, but since Pei Jue had tacitly agreed, she, as the eldest sister, couldn’t overstep her bounds.

The birthday celebration at the Pei Residence was very lively, and almost all the well-known families, royal relatives, and court officials of fifth rank and above from Xijing received invitations.

There was a constant stream of carriages in front of the residence, with the first gift delivered by the New Emperor Yuan Yin from the palace.

The first to arrive at the Pei Residence was the family of Princess Chang.

Two carriages from the Princess Residence, one after the other, stopped in front of the Pei Residence.

Puyang Zong got out of the carriage, lifted the curtain, and invited his mother down, while Wen Xingsu then helped Puyang Yi out from another carriage.

A prominent family.

Wen Xingsu was also a rising figure of the court, refined and dignified, handsome and well-mannered, walking together with Puyang Yi, they were quite a sight.

"Distinguished guests have arrived."

Feng Yun came out of the residence to greet them, and she exchanged glances with Puyang Yi from afar.

Puyang Yi stuck out her tongue playfully, and Feng Yun smirked, quickly stepping forward to greet Princess Chang and Puyang Zong.

"Your Highness, Commandery Prince, thank you for your visit."

Princess Chang praised, "Our fair Princess has grown even more charming since we last met."

Feng Yun responded with a smile, "Your Highness flatters me."

As she spoke, she turned back to give a slight bow to Wen Xingsu and Puyang Yi.

"Elder brother, sister-in-law."

Wen Xingsu returned the smile.

Puyang Yi said, "Ayun, go attend to your duties, we’re all family here, my husband and I are very comfortable, no need to fuss over us."

Feng Yun glanced at her flawless pale face and slightly curved her lips into a smile.

Puyang Yi was truly joyful.

Joy leaped in her bright eyes, indicating her deep affection with her elder brother, and with a kind mother and elder brother by her side, no one could be happier than her.

Feng Yun laughingly said, "I wouldn’t dare be formal with my sister-in-law, you and elder brother make yourselves comfortable. Your Highness, Commandery Prince, please come inside."

Princess Chang had a loving look on her face, devoid of any imposing aura, chatting warmly with Feng Yun just like any ordinary elder.

Puyang Zong and Puyang Yi occasionally spoke from the side, affectionately like a real family.

However, Wen Xingsu spoke very little.

He glanced at Feng Yun with astonishment for a moment before resuming his expression, his smile neither deep nor shallow, perfectly moderated, occasionally casually supporting Puyang Yi, which was very appropriate.

Feng Yun saw the loving demeanor of this couple and couldn’t help but tease, "Having been back in the Capital for so long, elder brother, this is your first visit. If I hadn’t sent the invitation, I fear you might have forgotten you have a sister."

Puyang Yi immediately blushed, glancing lightly at Wen Xingsu, "You’re just being mean. My husband has been busy with official duties since returning to the Capital, he hasn’t had spare time..."

Feng Yun chuckled, "Look how anxious you are."

Wen Xingsu laughed softly, his voice warm and clear, "Even if Ayun hadn’t invited us, we would have visited in the next few days."

He paused, as if he wanted to say more, but then another carriage arrived outside.

Feng Yun’s gaze shifted, she called them to come inside, and then went out again.

Wen Xingsu looked back with a smile and, leading Puyang Yi, stepped inside the threshold.

The guests gradually began to arrive.

Pei Chong, pushed by a servant, personally came out to greet the guests.

This illustrious Great General, who is usually out of sight, always elicits sighs of admiration from those who see his disabled legs, expressing their awe.

Pei Chong just smiled, never mentioning that battle from years ago.

After the banquet began, and all the guests had arrived, Emperor Wenzhi finally made a fashionably late entrance.

For an Emperor to personally visit a subject’s residence for a birthday celebration is a rare sight in both ancient and modern times.

The interaction between the sovereign and his subjects was cordial yet superficially polite.

Those present knew well that no matter how graciously it was phrased, this was not a show of "favor" but a compromise from the Emperor, a sign of weakness to the Prince of Yonghuai.