"Why do you think the Princess of Zhennan came to our manor for no reason? She should have informed us before coming so that we could be prepared. If word got out that we were not well prepared and did not have proper etiquette, it would not be a small matter."
The main doors of the Hou fu were wide open. Two rows of servant girls stood on both sides. In the middle of the courtyard behind the main doors, there was an incense table. Sandalwood incense curled upwards. The three furens of the Hou fu were all sitting beside the incense table, allowing the old nannies and old women to continuously walk out of the door to look into the distance.
Madam Zhao of the first branch could still sit upright, but Madam Fang of the second branch and Madam Rong of the third branch were already sweating slightly.
When they heard that the Princess of Zhennan was coming to the manor, they immediately made arrangements to clean up and tidy up. After a long time, they changed into the phoenix crown and cloak bestowed by the court. Finally, they were done. They sat in the courtyard and waited eagerly, not even bothering to take a sip of tea.
The Princess of Zhennan was a princess personally conferred by the Emperor. She was equivalent to a prince, and her title was far above that of a marquis.
Of course, with Marquis Wu Wen's position in the court, ordinary princesses did not need to make such a big fuss. However, this Princess of Zhennan was a princess with real power. The Da Qian Dynasty still had to rely on the Divine Wind Nation to guard the southern sea. This identity was no small matter.
Moreover, this Princess of Zhennan was favored by the Empress Dowager, the Emperor, and the Empress. Every few days, they would call her into the palace for a chat and reward her.
Even Prince Rong had to prepare three days in advance when he heard that the Princess of Zhennan was going to study in his study. They were especially afraid that people would say that they did not have proper etiquette, which would ruin the reputation of the Da Qian State of Etiquette.
Therefore, when the three "noblewomen" in the manor heard the news, they did not dare to be negligent. Their clothes had to be changed into the attire bestowed by the court to show their formality.
Otherwise, the gossip would spread.
In a large family, there could not be any loopholes in their standards.
At this time, Madam Rong did not mention that she had Madam Zhao punish Hong Yi according to the family rules. There were priorities. However, this sharp-tongued woman kept looking at Madam Fang of the second branch with hostility in her eyes, which made Fang Fu feel a little baffled.
Madame Rong's servant had already quietly reported to her that the martial art Hong Yi was displaying was Hong Xuejiao's' Little Tiangang Qin Na '. Hong Xuejiao was the daughter of the second branch.
"Humph, although I know that your family's Hong Xuejiao has secretly taught Hong Yi martial arts, I'm not so stupid as to say it in front of Madam Zhao. If I do that, I'll be suspected of stirring up discord. Anyway, Master is a perceptive person. With just a little look, he'll discover some clues. When the time comes, hehe, it won't fall on my head."
Madam Rong calculated in her heart.
Suddenly, a guard came to the door and passed the message to an old maid at the door. The old maid hurriedly walked in and lowered her head to whisper to Madam Zhao.
Even though Madam Zhao's expression was as calm as usual and had the aura of a graceful wife, her expression still changed slightly, "I know."
"Sister, what's going on?"
Madam Fang and Madam Rong both asked.
"It's nothing. The Princess is about to walk to the door. Let's go to the door to welcome her." Madam Zhao's tone was very calm, as if she was forcefully suppressing something so that it wouldn't burst out.
"Why is the Princess walking? Not in a sedan chair? That's against the rules. "
According to the rules, when the Princess went out, she had to sit in a sedan chair carried by eight people. The sedan chair also had to be wrapped with golden silk and golden phoenixes. She also had to be surrounded by twenty cavalry guards, twenty saber guards, and twenty crossbow guards. This was to show the royal family's identity and style, as well as to ensure the Princess's safety.
If she didn't sit in a sedan chair and didn't have these rules, it would be a little rude to pay a visit. Therefore, Madam Fang and Madam Zhao were a little unhappy.
However, when they arrived at the door and looked from afar, they understood. Moreover, the shock on their faces completely made them lose the graceful bearing that a "noblewoman" should have.
Because the Princess of the South had brought a sedan chair, there were also saber guards, crossbow guards, and knights. Everything needed was present, and the etiquette was not the slightest bit lacking. However, she was walking outside with a young man dressed in a green robe. They were chatting and laughing, looking very happy and excited.
That young man was Hong Yi.
Seeing Hong Yi chatting and laughing with the Princess of the South, whether it was Madam Fang, Madam Rong, or the guards, housekeepers, old nannies, servants, and maids in the mansion, they were all shocked.
When the Princess of the South, Luo Yun, arrived at the door, the three madams of the Marquis's mansion first greeted her. Madam Zhao then reprimanded Hong Yi, her eyes containing a sharp and chilling light.
"Hong Yi is my friend, Madam Zhao. What do you think he is doing, Madam Zhao? He was the one who invited me here today. Just now, I invited him to sit in my sedan chair, but he refused, saying that his status was not allowed to sit in a sedan chair. Moreover, he said a lot of inconveniences. I wanted to talk to him, so I got off the sedan chair myself. Madam, if you want to talk, then talk about me. Don't talk about Hong Yi, he is my good friend. "
The Princess of the South, Luo Yun, spoke and winked at Madam Zhao.
"How dare a noblewoman say that the Princess is not." Madam Zhao hurriedly bowed and apologized. Madam Fang, Madam Rong, the old nannies, and the maids also followed suit and bowed.
"There's no need for so much etiquette, I'm feeling a little dizzy. Oh right, I heard from Hong Yi that the Langhuan Library in Lord Marquis Wu Wen's mansion has a very rich collection of books. I have heard that Lord Marquis Wu Wen is a rare hero in the world, and I admire him very much. Today, I would like to see his library. I wonder if Madam Zhao would allow me to read it? "
When Luo Yun mentioned the collection of books, she did not even bother to hide the excitement on her face, making her words sound even more innocent.
"It is a great honor for this noblewoman to have the Princess come," Madam Zhao hurriedly said. She then instructed, "Shuang 'er, Tong' er, each of you bring twenty maids into the library to tidy up. After I am done with the Princess, I will accompany the Princess in."
"There's no need. Hong Yi can just introduce me. Reading requires peace and quiet, and there's no need for so many people to wait on me. I still want to talk to Hong Yi," Luo Yun said.
"I dare not disobey the Princess." Madam Zhao knelt down again.
The group of people then carried Luo Yun to the main hall of the Marquis's mansion to have tea.
As the person who invited Luo Yun, Hong Yi also had a seat in the main hall for the first time. Seeing the surprised gazes of the old nannies, maids, and servants, as well as Madam Fang's confusion and Madam Rong's anger, Hong Yi only sneered in his heart, but he did not show it.
Madam Zhao's eyes had already turned calm, and her expression was still graceful. No one could tell what she was thinking.
However, this state made Hong Yi especially vigilant.
Today, Madam Zhao had put on a posture to punish Hong Yi, but she did not expect that Hong Yi would actually invite Princess Zhennan as a guest. She did not even have a place to vent her anger, and she had to obediently light incense and change her clothes to welcome them.
This was simply a naked damage to Madam Zhao's reputation in the Marquis's mansion!
"Mother, although today I borrowed Princess Zhennan's power, at least I made Madam Zhao lose face. I hope your soul in heaven can be comforted. Although I know this is not a small disaster, I have other ways," Hong Yi said quietly in his heart.
"The tea is finished. Madam Zhao, sorry to disturb you today. Hong Yi, accompany me to read some books." Luo Yun stood up, impatient.
"The Princess can come at any time. Disturbing her would make me feel uneasy." Madam Zhao hurriedly stood up, and then said to Hong Yi, "Hong Yi, serve the Princess well. Do not neglect her."
"Yes." Hong Yi was respectful, and his etiquette was flawless. After that, he left with Luo Yun.
"Sister, this … this is too audacious!" After Hong Yi and the Princess left, Madam Rong shouted.
"I will report this matter to Marquis. After the Princess leaves, I will still carry out the family rules." Madam Zhao raised her hand and stopped Madam Rong from speaking.
At this moment, footsteps came from outside the door. It was Luo Yun who had returned.
"Princess, why are you back again? Aren't you reading? "Madam Zhao stood up again.
"I suddenly thought of something and wanted to tell Madam Zhao," Luo Yun suddenly said. "A few days ago, I was in the palace talking to the Empress Dowager and Her Ladyship Consort Yuan. Consort Yuan said that she misses home. Seeing that the imperial concubines can't go home to visit their relatives during the New Year, she feels lonely, so she wants to recognize a relative. The Empress Dowager also knows that Consort Yuan married here from the Yuan Tu Nation. She has no relatives in the Jade Capital and is lonely, so she agrees. Therefore, she asked Consort Yuan to choose which relative to recognize. Consort Yuan said that Master Marquis Wu Wen is famous throughout the Yuan Tu Nation, and she wants to recognize him as a relative. The Empress Dowager agreed, and in a few days, she will issue an edict. Consort Yuan and Princess Yongchun were chatting and have heard of Hong Yi's poetic talent. When the time comes, she would like to meet him. "
Hearing this, everyone in the hall was stunned.
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