After the Qilong Emperor's birthday celebration, rumors about Hua Xi Wan quickly spread throughout the capital.
It was said that Princess Xian never went out to meet guests before she got married. It was really because of her poor health, not because of other reasons. In fact, this Princess Xian was devastatingly beautiful. When she appeared at the Emperor's birthday celebration, many people were stunned.
Once these rumors spread through the nobles, many people expressed that they had long thought that Princess Xian couldn't be a woman without beauty. Otherwise, why wouldn't the Nghi An Marquis be in a hurry to cover it up?
Those who had relatives working in the Nghi An Marquis immediately felt proud and elated. In the past, they said that the young ladies of the Hua Residence were beautiful, but no one believed them. Instead, they said that they were flattering the Marquis. Now that the nobles said that Princess Xian was a great beauty, those who used to spread the rumors suddenly disappeared. Overnight, many people who "already knew" appeared.
Those who had planned to propose marriage to the Nghi An Marquis but hesitated because of the rumors outside had long regretted it. The Hua family had been marquises for many generations, and Hua Xi Wan's two elder brothers were both capable. If they could get such a family, it would be great. In the end, they wasted this good opportunity and let Prince Xian get such a big bargain.
At this time, there were people who were jealous and jealous. There were even people who tried to sow discord in front of the two sisters-in-law of the Lu Clan. They implied that the Lu Clan didn't treat the two sisters-in-law as their own, and that the two sisters-in-law were willing to let such a niece marry into the royal family.
Although the Lu Clan was straightforward, it didn't mean that they were brainless. If the Lu Clan was brainless, how could their ancestors have mobilized their troops and followed Emperor Yuan to conquer the world? Those who were good at the art of war naturally had a smart brain and a long-term vision. How could they create animosity with their relatives just because of such instigating tactics?
The two female members of the Lu Clan were also cheerful and protective of their relatives. When they heard others trying to sow discord, their faces darkened and they said that the marriage of their niece to Prince Xian was a match made in heaven.
He didn't mention anything else, but gradually reduced his interactions with these families.
Prince Xian's residence.
After Hua Xi Wan finished reading the letter from the Lu Clan, she folded the letter and let Bai Xia put it away. She walked to the window and looked at the bright sun outside. She frowned and said, "It's getting hotter and hotter."
Zi Shan was lighting incense balls to smoke mosquitoes in the Golden Beast Stove. When she heard what she said, she said, "Jun Wang Fei, if you feel hot, you can ask Sister Red Tassel to make some fruit ice for you. She's good at it."
Hua Xi Wan sat down on the soft couch by the window as if she had no bones. She still felt uncomfortable sitting down, so she simply lay down on the soft couch and pressed her face against the cold brocade. Finally, she felt more comfortable. "That's good."
Upon hearing this, Red Tassel stopped what she was doing. She smiled and bowed to Hua Xi Wan. Then, she prepared to take the servants to the ice cellar.
"I'll make a few more bowls. You guys can have a taste later," Hua Xi Wan added lazily. Then, she took the soft pillow from Bai Xia and placed it under her. She reclined on her side with her left hand supporting her chin. Her right index finger lightly tapped her leg as she said unhurriedly, "Green Bead, have you checked the accounts of the shops that I brought with me when I married?"
"I've checked them. They made a lot of profits this month." Green Bead took out a few stacks of accounts from the wooden box. When she saw that Hua Xi Wan wasn't in the mood to look at the accounts, she explained the general situation to Hua Xi Wan in detail.
"These shops are all prosperous shops on the street. It's normal for them to make a lot of profits." Hua Xi Wan casually flipped through the accounts of the jewelry shop. "These old craftsmen still need to be taken care of. Remember to tell the stewards that those who have worked in my shop for more than 15 to 50 years and have not made any mistakes and are serious in their work can receive half a string of money every month in addition to their salary. If they don't want to work anymore and are ready to return home to recuperate, they can also receive half a string of money every season as a living allowance. However, if anyone tells outsiders about the internal affairs of the shop, don't blame the boss for being merciless. "
Because of the limitations of medical treatment, the average lifespan of the people was not high. Those who could live to fifty years old were already considered strong and had a long life. Hua Xi Wan was not afraid of the bold promise she made.
Green Bead was stunned at first when she heard this. She immediately understood that Jun Wang Fei wanted to keep the useful craftsmen, so she said, "This servant will ask the stewards to do this well." This matter seemed simple, but it was very easy to be exploited in the process. Fortunately, with Jun Wang Fei's identity, some rules had to be implemented, and the workers would also believe the promises made by the shop.
After all, how many workers in their 50s could rely on the friendship of working for their old boss to receive half a string of money every season?
Hua Xi Wan threw the accounts aside and continued to lie down on the soft couch. "I'm going to sleep for a while. Wake me up later."
When Bai Xia saw this, she sat on the leg of the soft couch and gently fanned herself. Green Bead and Zi Shan put away the things that were in their hands, then they quietly exited the inner room. Furthermore, they had the maids that were serving in the outer room to lighten their footsteps before exiting the bedroom.
"After Jun Wang Fei's management, the shop's profits have improved a lot in the past two months." Green Bead had followed Hua Xi Wan for many years, but even now, she still felt that she couldn't understand Jun Wang Fei's temperament. She was clearly a very intelligent person, but she always had a lazy appearance. She was clearly the legitimate daughter of the marquis's household and should be a noble lady who didn't do any household chores. However, after looking at the accounts, she discovered that the stewards were profiting from them and were quite proficient in financial matters.
When she thought of this, she recalled Jun Wang Fei's lazy but clear demeanor when she said that a woman couldn't live without money. "If Jun Wang Fei had been willing to join those poetry clubs and noble ladies' polo clubs over the years, the title of the capital's number one noble lady …"
Realizing that her words had gone too far, Green Bead quickly shut her mouth. When she saw that no one was passing by in the corridor, she sighed in relief.
Seeing her like this, Zi Shan laughed and reprimanded, "Who told you to talk nonsense? Jun Wang Fei is a person with ideas. We just need to do what Jun Wang Fei tells us to do. There's no need for you to say such useless things."
"You're right. I was thinking too much." Green Bead bowed towards Zi Shan to thank her for reminding her. She glanced at the richly ornamented courtyard and smiled faintly. "I got carried away for a moment and actually forgot where I am."
Zi Shan stood and allowed her to bow to her before returning half a bow. "Fortunately, you remember. Otherwise, even if I reminded you, it would be useless." Although Jun Wang Fei's conduct was lazy and her temperament was good, once she got angry, no one could stop her. No one could plead for leniency on her behalf.
When Yan Jinqiu entered the main courtyard, he saw that Hua Xi Wan was sleeping soundly. There was only Bai Xia fanning herself in the room. The other servant girls were all outside. He lifted his foot and gently put it down. Even the two eunuchs behind him were left outside.
When Bai Xia saw him enter, she stood up and bowed silently to him.
Yan Jinqiu nodded. He took off his soft silk robe and took the circular fan from her hand. He sat on the edge of the couch and fanned Hua Xi Wan. He lowered his voice and said, "Recently, the weather has become hot, so you must be careful when you serve her."
"Please rest assured, Jun Wang Ye. We will serve her with all our hearts." Bai Xia glanced towards the soft couch to make sure that their conversation would not disturb Hua Xi Wan's rest. Only then did she feel assured and continue to speak, "Jun Wang Fei suffers from summer. It is not good to have ice in the room all the time. Therefore, before she is married, Jun Wang Fei likes to stay in a cool and ventilated place.
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Yan Jinqiu looked at Hua Xi Wan's slender arms and smiled. Such a slender person actually suffered from summer.
Bai Xia glanced at the two of them and silently retreated. When she saw Red Tassel coming in with an ice bowl, she reached out to stop her and led her out of the room.
"Jun Wang Fei is resting." Bai Xia smiled and pointed at the ice bowl in her hand. "This is a good thing. Let's share it among ourselves."
Red Tassel looked at Bai Xia inexplicably. Sister Bai Xia seemed to be in a good mood? She looked back at the bedroom in confusion. Even Bai Xia had come out of the inner room. Could it be that Jun Wang Ye had returned? Thinking of this, she stuffed the ice bowl into Bai Xia's hands. "Sister Bai Xia, you've worked hard. This bowl of good thing is yours to taste."
"Pfft." Bai Xia chuckled with the ice bowl. Just as she was about to speak, she looked up and saw Mutong hurrying over. Seeing the two of them guarding the door, he guessed that Jun Wang Fei was resting. He was anxious and worried that he would disturb Jun Wang Ye and Jun Wang Fei, so he could only walk back and forth in front of Bai Xia and Red Tassel.
"Wood-main Pipe, what are you doing?" Red Tassel looked at Mutong with a smile. "Is there something important?"
Mutong looked at the two maidservants who were important to Jun Wang Fei and sighed. "Ladies, the servants just reported that Princess Linping has arrived in the capital. If you have time, could you help me pass on the message?"
"Eunuch Mu, you're too polite. Please wait a moment." Red Tassel was stunned at first, but then she reacted. Wasn't Princess Linping Jun Wang Ye's biological sister? She was about to turn around and enter the room to pass on the message when she turned back and saw Jun Wang Ye walking back expressionlessly.
"Why are you in such a panic?" Hearing Mutong mention his biological sister, Yan Jinqiu didn't look happy at all. He said calmly, "Jun Wang Fei is resting in the inner room. Don't wake her up."
Hearing this, Mutong's anxious expression disappeared. He knelt in front of Yan Jinqiu. "This lowly one has acted inappropriately. Jun Wang Ye, please punish me."
"Stand up and reply." Yan Jinqiu frowned slightly. "Princess Linping has been in Jiang City for the past few years. Why did she suddenly return to the capital?"
"This lowly one heard that the Emperor secretly ordered Junma to enter the capital to work. That's why Junma returned to the capital with Junma." Mutong stood and bowed. "When this lowly one heard the news, Junma and Junma had already entered the capital."
Yan Jinqiu listened to Mutong expressionlessly. He lowered his eyes slightly. "Since that's the case, let her go."
Bai Xia and Red Tassel had already retreated to a corner with their heads down. Hearing this conversation, the two felt strange. Two months ago, when Jun Wang Ye and Jun Wang Fei were married, Princess Linping didn't come back. She came to the capital silently at this time and didn't even tell Jun Wang Fu. The relationship between this biological sister and brother didn't seem to be that close.
The two exchanged a look and suppressed the thoughts in their hearts. They just treated themselves as invisible people who didn't know how to stop and think.
In the imperial family, even father and son would kill each other, not to mention siblings.
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