The Duke Protector's Mansion is located in the west of Kyoto, covering an area of 100 acres. Since there are many people coming to the banquet today, the ladies, young ladies and maids of various families are already crowded with people. I can see people coming and going along the way, and the pavilions are scattered. They are well-proportioned. Although it is winter, at a glance, they are all delicately pruned evergreen trees. When entering the house, except for a little white snow hanging on the branches and leaves, it seems like spring.
The eldest lady led several young ladies to walk slowly and dignifiedly, and handed over the name card of the Anping Marquis Mansion. When the maid saw that it was the Anping Marquis Mansion, she respectfully said: "This is my way, madam." Then she led the way.
After a while, the maid led Mei Yunluo and others to the main hall, which was grand and spacious.
I saw that the main hall was full of beautiful things, with carved dragons and painted buildings, and extraordinary wealth. The ladies of various families were already sitting there sipping tea and chatting.
Mei Yunluo was also wearing a blue embroidered brocade dress today. Her hair was styled in a dignified bun with a carved phoenix tail jade hairpin diagonally attached to it. Her exquisite makeup did not reveal that she was already old, but rather she looked like she was in her twenties. A beautiful woman in her prime.
The maid led Mei Yunluo and others to the seats assigned to the Anping Marquis Mansion, poured tea for them, and then stepped back respectfully.
An Xiyue did not attend this banquet in her previous life, but because she was a queen in her previous life, she recognized most of the ladies at this banquet.
For example, the one smiling from ear to ear is Mrs. Fan Yushi, the one smiling warmly is her daughter Fan Yi, and the one chatting happily with her is Mrs. Yongyihou and her two daughters. On the other side, the one who glared at An Xilin was Lin Jingxian, the direct daughter of the Lin family. Miss Lin happened to be wearing a red dress today.
He looked less gentle than that day on the street, staring coldly at An Xilin with sinister eyes, and she naturally hated him for wearing the same clothes as her.
The banquet venue was very large, and An Xiyue did not expect that the eldest princess not only invited the female family members, but also invited young masters from Kyoto aristocratic families, and even princes.
As soon as they entered, they were looked at by a line of sight. An Xiyue seemed not to notice, and walked her own way with a happy expression. When she sat down, she raised her head slightly and turned away from the beam of light.
As soon as An Xilin entered the main hall, she brushed away the unhappiness she felt when she first entered the mansion. She had a gentle smile on her face, showing her enchanting grace with every smile and every step she took. Then she sat respectfully on the other side of the eldest lady. She was very Knowing how to choose a position, it happened that the fourth prince Nangong Hao's sight could fully capture her perfect figure.
An Xixuan didn't have to come, but she also wanted to come and see the world. In addition, the third lady also wanted her two daughters to show their faces in front of others, so that people would know that she also has two daughters in her family, so that they can choose a husband for the future. prepare for.
An Xiyue knew that usually organizing such a banquet was a blind date banquet in disguise.
The eldest prince came with his eldest princess this time. An Xilin's soft waist branch twisted in and attracted his attention. However, the eldest prince's concubine also looked over, and saw that they were side by side. There are four young ladies sitting there, all with their own characteristics and good looks. Two of them are upper-class in appearance, but one is fresh and cold, the other is passionate, and she looks seductive in a red dress. The eldest prince's concubine. Looking along Nangong Heng's line of sight, he suddenly clenched his fists with hatred.
Sitting next to the eldest prince was Young Master Sun Lin Ji from Prime Minister Lin's Mansion. At this moment, he raised a jade cup and cast his gaze on An Xilin. When he saw An Xiyue's stunning face, he was stunned for a moment. This is not that. The girl I met on the street? Could it be that she was An Xiyue, the legitimate daughter of the Anping Marquis Mansion, who Lin Er said was the one who caused Lin Wan to be beaten? A look of disdain flashed in Lin Ji's eyes. She was just a woman. Squeezing her to death was like squeezing an ant to death. So simple.
Nangong Hao was dressed in a white brocade robe with gold threads and moire. He was distinguished and distinguished. He had a handsome face, a tall nose, and a gentle smile on his cool lips. He immediately attracted the attention of the young lady from the aristocratic family. He held a cup with his slender fingers. Jin Bei glanced at An Xiyue from time to time. Has that woman always been so cautious? But she didn't look like this that day.
Next was Nangong Jin. An Xiyue couldn't help but take a second look when she saw Nangong Jin. His mother-in-law was the concubine Ying who was receiving the favor of the Holy Spirit. However, not long after, Nangong Jin would be demoted to a bitter cold place and miss out on the throne. An Xiyue blinked her big eyes, seeming a little regretful.
At this moment, I heard the maid say: "The eldest princess has arrived."
Immediately, everyone stood up one after another, and saw Nangong Zhihui walking slowly and gracefully surrounded by a group of maids in pink clothes. She was dignified and elegant, with extraordinary nobility. Her bun was covered with a row of luxurious phoenix hairpins, and she was rich and gorgeous. Even though she is over fifty, there is not a single wrinkle visible in the corners of her eyes and eyebrows, she is still so beautiful and noble.
Next to the eldest princess, wearing a Chinese dress with water cloud sleeves, was her youngest daughter Shangguan Yu. She was pretty, raising her head proudly, looking at everyone with her eyes, and a proud smile on her lips.
The person holding the eldest princess's right hand was a little girl who looked like she was four or five years old. She was wearing a silk and satin dress, with big black and white eyes shining, and an innocent look on her face. The smile reveals two small dimples and two small tiger teeth that look extremely cute. This is Shangguan Yao, the eldest princess's direct granddaughter.
An Xiyue and everyone else stood up and saluted the eldest princess. She raised her eyes slightly and caught sight of Shangguan Yao. She secretly thought that the innocent little girl was Miss Sun from the Duke Protector's Palace.
"See you, Your Highness, Princess, stay safe." Everyone saluted in unison.
The eldest princess smiled and said in an approachable manner: "Ladies and ladies, there is no need to be formal. Please take a seat."
Just as everyone was sitting down as instructed, Shangguan Yao broke away from the eldest princess's hand like a monkey, and instantly ran under An Xiyue's skirt. She smiled mischievously at An Xiyue, revealing two white little tiger teeth, happy. He shouted: "Hello, sister."
An Xiyue responded with a decent smile and was about to tell her to be silent. As soon as she put her index finger on her pink lips, the eldest princess strode over. Her monkey-like granddaughter made her very anxious and could not sleep all day long. It gives people peace of mind.
"Grandma, this sister is Yao'er's savior. Yao'er has been looking for her for several days but couldn't find her, but today we met at the banquet. Do you think we are destined?" Shangguan Yao said eloquently. Speak slowly.
The eldest princess raised her eyes and looked at An Xiyue. She saw that this girl had a beautiful face, a respectful demeanor, and a decent appearance. She had a smile on her lips and nodded secretly. She was neither arrogant nor impetuous. Whose daughter was this? Why didn't she see her? Pass?
The eldest princess whispered: "Which family are you from?"
An Xiyue saluted Yingying, her manners were dignified and generous, and she said softly: "My daughter is the daughter of the Marquis of Anping. My daughter An Xiyue pays homage to Her Royal Highness the Princess. May the Princess be blessed and safe."
