Ban Han didn't like to be too strict with those who were afraid of her. It made her feel like she was bullying the weak. Seeing the Shi Family's servants so respectful towards her, Ban Han didn't bother to put on airs. She let the maidservant beside her reward the servants with a handful of silver pieces, and then supported the maidservant's hand as they walked into the courtyard.
When Kang Ning saw Ban Han, she intentionally took a step back. After Ban Han got off the carriage, she slowly got off. She coldly looked at the servants at the door and welcomed Ban Han in like stars surrounding the moon. Her face didn't have much expression.
The gatekeeper was happy to receive the reward, but when he turned around, he found that Princess Kang Ning was already standing at the door. He was a little scared, so he hurriedly stuffed the silver pieces into his pouch and greeted Kang Ning, "Greetings, Your Highness. The banquet will be held in the inner courtyard. Please come with us, Your Highness."
"You don't need to rush. There are many guests today." Kang Ning smiled faintly when she saw their frantic appearance. "I've been here a few times. I don't need you to lead the way. I'll go in myself."
The head mama didn't dare to let Kang Ning go in alone. She hurriedly apologized and led Kang Ning inside.
Seeing the old maid's respectful attitude, Kang Ning was still thinking about how the servants had surrounded Ban Yu and treated her as if she was nothing.
Yes, one was a Junzhu who was doted on by the Emperor, and the other was a Junzhu whose entire family was suspected by the Emperor. Who was more important? Even the servants in the official residences knew, not to mention the nobles in the capital.
The daughter of the Marquis of Zhongping's Mansion was about to marry the Second Prince, but the eldest son of the Xie Family was still imprisoned. The reason was that he condoned his subordinates to abuse the common people. If the crime was serious, he could be beheaded. If the crime was light, he could only punish the subordinates who abused the common people. However, the Emperor had delayed this matter, and the eldest son of the Xie Family was still in prison.
Perhaps part of the reason was that the Emperor wanted to suppress the Second Prince, who had been too active recently. Another part of the reason was that the Ban Family was making things difficult.
The Shi Feixian's sister was the Crown Princess, the future Empress. But the Shi Feixian didn't dare to be disrespectful to Ban Han. Why?
Because the Emperor and Empress favored Ban Han, and because the Crown Prince was very close to the Ban Family. If the Crown Princess didn't want to be separated from the Crown Prince, she must treat Ban Han well. Even the Shi Family had to be polite to the Ban Family.... She didn't want people to think that the Crown princess's family...... Ban Han's family. Ban Han's family...................
....................................................... ................................... of't her......
In the end, the word "power" was the most moving word.
The relationship between the Shi Family and the Yan Family was subtle. One was the Left Prime Minister, while the other was the Right Prime Minister. It was impossible for them to be close. If they were really good friends, the Emperor wouldn't have appointed them as the Left and Right Prime Ministers.
Although the Shi Family and the Yan Family would usually attend the younger generation's gatherings, they didn't interact much with each other. However, today's situation was a bit strange. Prime Minister Yan's favorite son appeared at the entrance of the Shi Family's gathering early in the morning. His enthusiastic attitude shocked the younger generation of the Shi Family.
But since he was here, they had to receive him well. They served him good tea and snacks. They even arranged for someone to accompany him. This was to prevent rumors from spreading that the Shi Family didn't know etiquette.
"Big Brother, you're back!" The Second Langjun, who was accompanying the guests, saw his eldest cousin brother, Shi Jin. He heaved a sigh of relief and hurriedly stood up to salute him. "Young Master Yan is here."
Shi Jin untied his sword and handed it to the servant behind him. He walked into the hall and greeted Yan Zhen. The two sat together and didn't talk much. He noticed that Yan Zhen was a bit restless. He looked outside from time to time, as if he was waiting for someone to appear.
"Young Master Yan." Shi Jin glanced outside. "Are you waiting for an important guest?"
Yan Zhen's cheeks reddened. Seeing that there was no one else in the room except for the servants, he bowed to Shi Jin. "Lord Shi, please don't laugh at me. I am indeed waiting for a guest."
Shi Jin saw the anticipation and shyness on his face and guessed that he was waiting for a woman. To avoid ruining a woman's reputation, Shi Jin didn't ask who Yan Zhen was waiting for. He said gently, "Young Master Yan, there is a pavilion outside the courtyard. You can sit there and enjoy a cup of tea and enjoy the scenery. It's very pleasant."
Yan Zhen smiled at him gratefully. "Then I'll have to trouble you, Lord Shi."
Shi Jin saw Yan Zhen's eagerness and couldn't help but wonder what kind of stunning beauty could make Yan Zhen act like this. The two of them went to the pavilion outside the courtyard. It was directly facing the gate. If anyone came, they would be able to see them at first glance.
Not long after they sat down, guests came one after another. Soon, the courtyard became lively. Shi Jin saw that Yan Zhen was still looking outside. He knew that the person he was waiting for hadn't arrived yet.
With the appearance of the famous talented women in the capital, Shi Jin was even more curious about Yan Zhen's sweetheart. He also waited with Yan Zhen.
"Duke Rong is here."
"Brother Rong."
"Brother Zhao."
When Shi Jin saw Rong Xia, he was secretly surprised. What kind of day was it today? The Yan Family's young master rushed over early in the morning. Now, even Cheng Anbo, who usually didn't join in the fun, came. Was the Shi Family's reputation so great?
"Duke Rong."
"Lord Shi."
The two of them bowed to each other. After greeting the people around them, Rong Xia sat down on the right side of Shi Jin. "Young Master Yan, you seem to have lost some weight."
"Is, is that so?" Yan Zhen shyly pulled on his robe. He was worried that the clothes he wore today didn't fit him well. "I've been a little unwell these days. I've made a fool of myself in front of you."
"Young Master Yan, you shouldn't say that. Who doesn't get sick when they're born? There's no need to make a fool of yourself." Rong Xia lowered his eyelids, picked up the teacup on the table, and took a sip. "I just saw that Young Master Yan didn't look as good as usual today. That's why I asked. I hope Young Master Yan doesn't think I'm a busybody."
Yan Zhen couldn't help but touch his face. His heart was a little flustered. His complexion was really not as good as before. What if Princess Fu Le came over and saw that his complexion was not good? What would he do if she didn't like him?
Shi Feixian walked to the backyard and found that Cheng Anbo was sitting beside his elder brother. He couldn't help but quicken his steps. When he reached a crowded place, he barely suppressed the excitement in his heart and walked to Shi Jin at a normal pace. He slowly bowed and said, "Greetings, elder brother. Greetings, young masters and young ladies."
There was another round of greeting and exchanging greetings, which made the courtyard very lively, so much so that no one noticed that someone had come to the door.
"Bang!" Yan Zhen hurriedly stood up and even spilled the tea on his robe. He didn't react and just stared at the door. There was nothing else in his eyes.
His big movement aroused Shi Jin's curiosity. He turned around and looked at the door.
Her delicate steps were unparalleled in the world.
In the past, he didn't understand what was unparalleled in the world. But today, he felt that this was the only way to describe the woman who was walking towards them.
"Kacha!" Rong Xia put the teacup on the stone table, making a crisp sound. He cupped his hands and smiled apologetically. "Sorry, my hand slipped and disturbed everyone."
The absent-minded people finally reacted. They turned around and joked with each other, trying to prove that they weren't vulgar people who were attracted to beauty. Just now … just now, they just accidentally looked at her.
Duke Rong was really a good person. He took this opportunity to stop them from losing their composure.
"Princess Fule." Yan Zhen walked up to Ban Han and Ban Heng and bowed deeply to Ban Han.
Ban Han looked at the young Langjun who had appeared out of nowhere. He was wearing a purple robe and was a little thin. His appearance was not bad, but he looked like a silly goose that had rushed out from a flock of ducks. Ban Han could only return the greeting of an equal. He took two steps back and asked, "May I know who you are?"
Yan Zhen was stunned. So she didn't even know who he was?
"Sister, watch your step." Ban Heng knew Yan Zhen, but he didn't want him to pretend to be affectionate to his sister in front of so many people.
"Okay." Ban Han extended his hand to let Ban Heng support him. He walked past Yan Zhen and came to the center of the crowd.
"Princess." Shi Jin stood up and said, "Please take a seat."
"Lord Shi, you don't have to be so polite." Ban Han glanced at the crowd and finally sat down not far from Li Xiaoru. Li Xiaoru was afraid of Ban Han from the bottom of her heart. Seeing her come over, she straightened her back and closed her legs even more.
"Miss Li." Ban Han nodded slightly to Li Xiaoru.
"Princess, Princess." Li Xiaoru stood up from her chair and curtsied to Ban Han. Her face was filled with excitement. This Princess had asked her who she was twice in a row. This time, she finally recognized her. Li Xiaoru felt inexplicably moved.
It could be seen that people with lower expectations might live happier lives.
There were many people who wanted to curry favor with Ban Han. Although many women didn't like her, wherever she was, there wouldn't be an awkward silence.
Yan Zhen saw that Ban Han didn't look at him from beginning to end, so he sat back down in a daze. He didn't even have the mood to listen to what other people were saying.
Rong Xia also didn't pay attention to Young Master Yan. When she was watching the juggling, she clapped and laughed when she should. Her elegant demeanor attracted the attention of countless women.
After lunch, some people went to play polo, and some people held poetry recitals. Ban Han, who had amazed everyone, was satisfied and was about to bid farewell to the host. Unexpectedly, someone called out to her.
"Princess."
Ban Han turned around. Was it that dumb goose in purple again? She tilted her head, and the dangling hair ornament on her temples swayed slightly.
"Princess, this humble one is Yan Zhen. I offended you. Please forgive me." Yan Zhen only felt that Ban Han's tilting of her head was also beautiful. He couldn't help blushing and didn't know what to do. "I, I am …"
"You are Yan Zhen?" Ban Han looked at the other person's thin and weak body. It seemed that this person was really on a hunger strike at home.
Seeing that Ban Han knew his name, Yan Zhen was very excited. "This humble one is. Princess, do you know this humble one?" “
Ban Han felt that her words were quite tactful. "Young Master Yan, what's the matter?"
Young Master Yan looked at the woman in front of him, who was as beautiful as the Goddess of Luo. His heart was filled with thousands of feelings, but he didn't know what to say.
"Sorry, did I disturb the two of you?"
Rong Xia stood under the winding corridor, leaning against a red pillar with a smile on her face. The golden sunlight fell on her body, and the autumn wind suddenly blew, showing her elegance.
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