Si Ning reached out and took the letter, stared at it for a moment, and there was an inexplicable smile in his eyes.
Her smile was sarcastic, and the corners of her lips moved slightly.
But in Song Qingya's eyes, it was completely different. Si Ning, a concubine who had never learned the art of housekeeping, would definitely be at a loss when she suddenly took over such a stall.
Now that he had given such a great gift to her, Si Ning was probably already elated and overjoyed.
She ridiculed Si Ning in her heart. After all, she was a concubine who had never seen the world. This gift would help her meet the King of Hell.
Evil flashed through his narrow eyes, but his face still held a harmless smile.
"Sister-in-law, can you believe me now?"
Si Ning put the letter away carefully and smiled sweetly.
"They are all our sisters, why do you say such things? In the future, my sister will come over often, and my sister-in-law will prepare delicious food for you."
Song Qingya also smiled, the plan went smoothly.
The two chatted for a while, and Song Qingya left.
Si Ning took the list and hurried back to the room. When he came out, he copied a copy in his hand and asked the housekeeper to give it to the cook.
"Prepare the dishes according to what is written here. Remember what the ladies of each house like to eat. Make sure you don't make any mistakes."
She didn't shy away from anyone, so the matter spread throughout the house.
After Lu Qingling heard about it, he went to find Song Qingya and asked about the reason.
"I heard that after my third aunt met my cousin, she prepared a new menu for the cook. Is this true?"
Song Qingya was originally worried that Si Ning wouldn't be fooled, but now she listened and didn't hide it, and nodded proudly.
"It's true, I gave her that list."
Lu Qingling was puzzled, "Has my cousin forgiven my third aunt?"
Song Qingya sneered, "She has a beautiful idea!"
"That……"
Song Qingya was not a person who kept things under wraps, so she made good friends with Lu Qingling and told her the whole story like she was pouring beans.
After hearing this, Lu Qingling was stunned for a while and then said, "Did my cousin come up with all this?"
Song Qingya looked proud, stretched out her hand to support her temples, and raised her head high.
Suddenly he thought of something again and gave a warning.
"You are not allowed to tell me about this matter. I don't care how you treat Si Ning, but Si Ning and I will fight to the death. If you choose Si Ning, we will never contact you again in the future."
Lu Qingling said hurriedly, "Cousin, what are you talking about? I will always be on your side, but would it be inappropriate to treat third aunt like this?"
Song Qingya's face fell, and she gritted her teeth and said.
"Not good? Why didn't she think of bad things when she hurt me? I don't care, she must die this time, otherwise my anger will never go away!"
…
In a blink of an eye, the old lady's birthday party arrived. Early in the morning, many carriages stopped in front of the Ning'an Hou Mansion, and guests came to the door one after another.
Although the Marquis of Ning'an Mansion is not as good as before, Lu Hanxiao is not dead yet, and the Emperor has not given up, so anyone who receives an invitation from the Marquis of Ning'an Mansion has to come.
Of course, it is only limited to some low-status people, such as princes, generals and ministers. Ning Mansion does not have that much dignity.
In the huge courtyard, boys and girls sat aside.
After Si Ning gave all instructions, he hid aside to rest.
She really didn't know that hosting a banquet in ancient times was so troublesome.
If she had known this, she should have been pretending to be sick.
Several eyes not far away were looking towards her, Song Qingya said to everyone without any concealment.
"You also saw it, it was Si Ning who came to celebrate my cousin's birthday. If my cousin was sober, he would definitely look down on her."
The few ladies around who were playing well with her couldn't help but look at Si Ning a few more times after hearing this, and one of them said.
"It's really not that good. Not to mention that General Lu is awake, even if she is unconscious, she is not worthy. She really got a free advantage."
"Oh, that's right. A concubine came to power, and I don't know what eunuch methods were used. It's probably no different from those in brothels."
"Actually, I think the third young lady is quite pretty."
A voice sounded out of place, and everyone looked at the young lady, who lowered her head in fear.
"Madam, do you need to seal their dumb holes?"
Qiu Ju listened to the cynicism of several people and asked Si Ning for instructions.
Si Ning waved his hand nonchalantly, "The Lu family is hosting a banquet today, so don't cause any unnecessary complications."
It was just a quarrel at the little girl's house, but Si Ning didn't take it to heart.
He stood up and took Qiu Ju to leave, but Qing Jue ran over in a hurry.
"Miss, there's something wrong in the kitchen. Go and have a look."
Si Ning didn't ask any further questions and walked toward the kitchen.
When I came back, the birthday party had already begun.
The old lady and several ladies were sitting at the main table, talking and watching the show.
Other ladies and young men gathered together to play games.
Seeing Si Ning come back, Song Qingya pretended to be intimate and pulled him over, speaking in a light and authentic tone.
"Sister-in-law, we are playing hut, please come and play together."
Everyone's eyes fell on Si Ning, who declined with a smile.
"I don't know how to do this. You guys are playing, and my mother has other things to do."
Song Qingya had no intention of letting go and continued.
"My cousin doesn't know how to throw a pot, so let's pair the poems. Each of us will get a winning number. Whoever gets the right answer will take away the winnings."
This suggestion was approved by many people, Song Qingya looked at Si Ning and said coquettishly.
"Sister-in-law, let's play together..."
After saying that, he seemed to suddenly realize something, covered his mouth, and confirmed softly innocently.
"Sister-in-law, you don't know how to read poetry, do you?"
Si Ning nodded without changing his expression, "I have never learned music, chess, calligraphy or painting. Is there anything else you can do?"
When the ladies around him heard this, they all had sneers on their faces, and Song Qingya even covered her mouth in an exaggerated manner.
"No way, sister-in-law, didn't I say you are a talented girl? How could that be? Are you unwilling to play with us?"
"It seems that because of our status, we can't get into the eyes of the general's wife. I just don't know if General Lu can get in the eyes of the third young lady?" someone else said.
Si Ning originally wanted to try not to cause any trouble on an occasion like today, but obviously he couldn't do that now.
Just as she was about to speak, the servants over there interrupted her.
"The Young Marquis of Huainan Marquis Mansion has arrived, and the Crown Prince of Yueyang Duke Mansion has arrived."
Then two figures walked in one after another. Si Ning looked over and then lowered his eyes.
What a coincidence!
Qin Yi had experience in Lu Hanxiao's army before, so he would naturally attend the birthday banquet at the Marquis of Ning'an Mansion.
When the old lady saw it was him, she hurriedly led the Lu family to get up and greet him.
"It's such an honor for me to have the young Marquis come here."
Qin Yi has always had a bad feeling towards Mrs. Lu, just because she is Lu Hanxiao's adoptive mother, so she is polite and polite.
"Old lady, there is no need to be too polite. I wish you good luck and longevity."
After saying this, he motioned to the servant to send a congratulatory gift.
On the side, Ning Xi, the eldest son of the Yueyang Palace, also said a few pleasant words and sent a congratulatory gift.
The old lady smiled and invited the two of them to sit down, but Qin Yi refused.
"Ning Xi and I will go there to play so as not to disturb the old lady's interest."
The old lady didn't say anything when she saw it, and called the boy next to her.
"Have a good time serving the young Marquis and the Crown Prince."
The young man took the two of them to another side to rest, and many young men came forward to salute.
Qin Yi hated these red tapes and wanted to find an excuse to see Lu Hanxiao, but was stopped by someone.
"Little Marquis, we are going to play pot throwing and poetry. I wonder if little Marquis is interested?"
Qin Yi paused, turned his head and saw a familiar figure, and his eyebrows instantly lit up with joy.
