socalfunplaces Chapter 59 The County Princess Has Grown Up
Chapter 59 The County Princess Has Grown Up
Zuofu
Zuo Mingxuan arrived at Shian Courtyard early in the morning. At that time, Zuo Yuzhou was having breakfast and had not yet gone to his shift.
Upon seeing Zuo Mingxuan, Zuo Yuzhou's square face broke into a smile: "Why are you up so early today, Sister Xuan?"
Zuo Mingxuan walked over and sat down next to Zuo Yuzhou: "Princess Anhe will be coming to play mahjong with Mother today, so I came to wait for her."
The maid immediately added another set of bowls and chopsticks.
Madam Liu said, "Xuan-jie has been waiting for today. She even asked me if I had made any appointments, afraid that we wouldn't be able to gather enough people."
Zuo Yuzhou served food to Zuo Mingxuan and asked Madam Liu, "Who has Madam made appointments with?"
"The wife of Grand Secretary Wu and the wife of Imperial Censor Wei."
Zuo Yuzhou asked curiously, "Does Madam Wu like playing mahjong?"
Madam Wu was naturally the wife of Grand Secretary Wu Yangeng. As the wife of the Grand Secretary, countless people wanted to curry favor with her, but Madam Wu disliked socializing and declined many banquet invitations.
Lady Liu said, "I only found out at the palace banquet. When Madam Wu learned that I had invited the county princess to play mahjong, she took the initiative to join in."
Zuo Mingxuan nodded: "It would be best to be on good terms with Madam Wu."
Although the Zuo family was the Empress's maternal family, Zuo Yuzhou's father, Zuo Weifeng, was not only the Minister of Justice but also a Grand Secretary of the Wuying Hall, so his status and position were not bad.
However, being on good terms with the Wu family can only bring benefits, not harm.
Zuo Mingxuan raised her hand high, inviting a reward, saying, "It's all thanks to my frequent praise of the County Princess in front of Mother that Mother decided to invite the County Princess to the mansion to play mahjong."
Zuo Yuzhou laughed heartily, "Yes, yes, it's all thanks to our Xuan-jie. Next time you have a day off, Dad will take you out of the city for a trip."
Zuo Mingxuan was overjoyed: "Okay, Father, you can't go back on your word!"
A promise made is a promise kept!
The two even gave each other a high five as a pledge.
Mrs. Liu watched the father and daughter interact with a smile.
After finishing breakfast, Zuo Yuzhou went to his shift. Liu tapped Zuo Mingxuan's forehead and said, "You've already come of age, yet you still don't respect your father."
Zuo Mingxuan didn't care: "Even if I'm sixty, I'm still a daughter in front of my parents. They'll always spoil me."
Mrs. Liu ruffled her hair, smiling with a mixture of helplessness and indulgence: "What will you do when you get married?"
Liu had only one son and one daughter.
Zuo Hanyu, the eldest son of Zuo Yuzhou and the eldest grandson of the Zuo family, bears the heavy responsibility of the family. He has been raised and taught by Zuo Weifeng since childhood. Even Zuo Yuzhou has no chance to interfere in Zuo Hanyu's education, let alone Liu Shi.
Liu's maternal love could only be poured into Zuo Mingxuan.
As a result, the mother and daughter were extremely close.
Zuo Mingxuan leaned against Liu's chest and said coquettishly, "It's still early."
Given how much Zuo Yuzhou and his wife dote on Zuo Mingxuan, they will definitely keep her for another two years.
Even if we don't get married now, we have to settle the marriage this year.
There's no rush to get married, but arranging a marriage is something we can't afford to be slow to do.
Zuo Mingxuan didn't care: "Anyway, Mother will arrange everything for me."
Marriage is arranged by parents and matchmakers, and she doesn't secretly have someone she likes like An Qingyan.
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Yunguangyuan
Wen Zongji got up early as usual today. After practicing his health-preserving boxing a few times, he did not go to have breakfast immediately. Instead, he went to his study to read first. When Pei Rujing woke up, Wen Zongji returned to have breakfast with her.
Pei Rujing saw Wen Zongji's surprised expression at the dinner table and said, "From now on, you have to have breakfast with me every day."
Wen Zongji agreed: "After you finish breakfast, I will take you to the Zuo residence."
Pei Rujing was even more delighted: "Okay. Will you come pick me up?"
Wen Zongji nodded: "The county magistrate had someone inform me in advance."
As the two chatted back and forth, Granny Feng maintained a smile on her face.
Everything is getting better!
After breakfast, Wen Zongji accompanied Pei Rujing to the Zuo residence.
They found Zuo Mingxuan waiting at the door.
Wen Zongji asked in confusion, "Is Miss Zuo waiting specifically for the County Princess?"
Pei Rujing shook her head: "I don't know."
Wen Zongji got off the carriage first, and then helped Pei Rujing down.
When Zuo Mingxuan saw that Wen Zongji had also arrived, her eyes lit up, and her gaze on the two of them took on a more meaningful look.
Just as he was about to speak, another carriage stopped in front of the Zuo residence.
The sign above clearly reads "Wu Mansion".
Afterwards, Madam Wu was helped down from the carriage by her maid.
Zuo Mingxuan stepped forward and said, "Princess, Madam Wu, the sedan chair is ready. Please get in."
Zuo Mingxuan stood at the door to welcome both Pei Rujing and Madam Wu.
Although it was just a small gathering of a few people, the fact that Liu sent her eldest daughter, Zuo Mingxuan, to greet them clearly showed how much the Zuo family valued their guests.
Madam Wu's face was kind, with a hint of a smile in her eyes: "Thank you for your trouble, Miss Zuo."
Then, her gaze fell on Pei Rujing: "Princess, I didn't have a chance to speak with you at the palace banquet, so please be kind to me later."
Pei Rujing was somewhat surprised to see Madam Wu: "I didn't expect Madam Wu to be my mahjong partner today."
伍？
Wen Zongji quickly grasped the key point and immediately guessed Madam Wu's identity.
Good guy!
Is this still a regular mahjong gathering?
This is clearly diplomacy by the wife.
No wonder the Zuo family sent Zuo Mingxuan to greet them.
Wen Zongji's mind raced, but he didn't say much. He looked at Pei Rujing and said gently, "I'll be going now. Have fun, Princess."
Pei Rujing reminded him sweetly, "Don't forget to pick me up."
"I can't forget it."
Zuo Mingxuan clicked her tongue inwardly.
Wen Zongji bowed to Madam Wu, then turned and got into his carriage and left.
Zuo Mingxuan joked, "The county princess and young master Wen seem to have a very good relationship."
Madam Wu was somewhat surprised, since the whole capital knew about this marriage.
Pei Rujing watched the carriage leave and said, "We just got married, isn't it normal for our relationship to be good?"
Afterwards, the group boarded sedan chairs and were carried by sedan chair bearers through the hanging flower gate into the backyard, finally stopping at Shian Courtyard.
Madam Wei had already arrived ahead of time.
Hearing the noise outside, Madam Liu and Madam Wei came out together to greet them.
"Princess, Madam Wu, hurry, hurry, the mahjong is ready. I've been waiting for you impatiently."
Hearing this, one could tell that Madam Wei was an impatient person.
Madam Wei is the mother of Pei Rujing's sister-in-law, Wei Shi, and Pei Rujing is not unfamiliar with her.
Madam Wu laughed and said, "Madam Wei is still so impatient."
Madam Wei said, "Madam Wu also knows that I accidentally fell two months ago and it took me two months to recover. During this time of recuperation, I was fortunate to have mahjong to relieve my boredom. It's just a pity that the maids in my mansion are too stupid and I didn't have enough fun playing it."
As they talked, the group entered the room, where a charcoal brazier was burning. After removing their cloaks, they felt much more relaxed.
While the ladies were chatting, Zuo Mingxuan leaned close to Pei Rujing and said, "The county princess looks ten years younger after her marriage."
Pei Rujing was completely confused.
"Otherwise, why would they need to be picked up and dropped off like a child?"
Pei Rujing suddenly realized, and with a slight lift of her chin, she retorted triumphantly, "My husband is happy! Do you have a problem with that?"
"No, how could I dare?"
Pei Rujing felt even more smug; she was no longer the Pei Rujing who had soaked in the hot springs before the New Year.
Pei Rujing, who had made great progress with Wen Zongji, was no longer someone that Zuo Mingxuan, a seasoned driver with only theoretical knowledge but no practical experience, could possibly use words to make Pei Rujing blush with embarrassment and run away in panic.
Humph--
The county magistrate has grown up!