Li Nuan's face showed no ripples, but she was already complaining in her heart. When Zhenzhen sister presented her gift today, she spoke critically. She was afraid that all the ladies present had already remembered this person. A small family with a small mindset. Who would fancy her? It was only her grandmother who was infatuated and thought there was hope, right? What noble ladies were there in the capital that they would fancy someone from a small place?
After the birthday banquet ended, Qi Yi followed Qi Tianming to see off the guests, and the three Qi sisters also followed Qin Shi to see off the guests.
Qi Xuanxuan had behaved well from beginning to end. At this time, while seeing off the guests, some young girls of similar age were reluctant to part with her and said they would send invitations for her to visit their homes.
Having playmates of the same age was very important for Xuanxuan to correct her personality.
The friendship between young girls could last a lifetime, and after getting married, they would have someone to visit and talk to.
After finally seeing everyone off, Qi Zhenzhen felt her face had gone stiff from smiling. Da Feng Novel Network.
Princess Qin County had been sitting there and had not left. After seeing off the guests, Qin Shi led her people back to Jinghua Courtyard.
Qi Yi, on the other hand, greeted Gu Sinian and Qian Yuanbao.
Originally, they thought that Madam Qian's words just now were casual remarks, but they did not expect that after the birthday banquet ended, she actually went to the Old Madam's Zhaohui Hall.
Qi Mingzhu followed her mother away, and Qi Zhenzhen led Qi Xuanxuan towards her own courtyard.
Halfway there, she was invited to Zhaohui Hall by Nanny Fang.
"These two girls are growing up so well, dignified and polite. That phoenix bowing thrice just now really opened this old woman's eyes." Old Madam Qian praised without reservation.
Qi Zhenzhen gracefully accepted the praise and gave Old Madam Qian a solemn bow.
"Although my girl has lived in the villa outside for a long time, her disposition is no less than that of one taught by my side. Her birth mother was the only daughter of the former Dean of Yunkai Academy. She was exceptionally talented, and many families wanted to marry her. If it weren't for that incident, she wouldn't have been able to enter our Marquis Mansion as a concubine. Her upbringing is naturally extraordinary." The Old Madam said, "My granddaughter is also intelligent and kind, skillful and polite, and most importantly, she has a good disposition. You have to discover how good she is yourself."
The more Qi Zhenzhen listened, the more ashamed she felt. Why did it sound like her grandmother was trying to sell her off?
"I also think she is a good one," Old Madam Qian nodded repeatedly.
"If I didn't know your disposition, your children wouldn't be bad. Do you think I would offer my granddaughter, whom I cherish, to you just for your grandson's reputation?" The Old Madam rolled her eyes. "It's not that I'm saying it, but your boy is really something. His reputation is terrible."
What, what, what?
Had she heard correctly? Were the two elders trying to set them up?
Her and Qian Yuanbao?
They had a cooperative relationship, and more importantly, Qian Yuanbao was Gu Sinian's favorite. She had an agreement with Gu Sinian to fulfill their wishes. If she married Qian Yuanbao, what would that make it?
But at this moment, it was not her place to speak. She could only pretend to be shy and lower her head, letting the two elders discuss.
Qi Xuanxuan, who was beside them, kept winking. It was great. The marriage her grandmother personally arranged for her second sister would definitely be good. This old lady looked kind and easy to talk to. Since she liked her second sister so much, she would definitely protect her.
The two talked happily for a long time, still not satisfied. They agreed on a date, and then Old Madam Qian took her leave.
"Zhenzhen, did you see Qian Yuanbao just now?"
"Your granddaughter glanced at him casually, not carefully."
"Grandmother, Second Sister, I saw him, I saw him. Those two older brothers are like people in a painting. No matter which one, they are handsome, especially handsome, even more handsome than Father," Qi Xuanxuan said very seriously. "I think either of them is very suitable for Second Sister."
"You little clever thing, you can only say such things in front of Grandmother, not in front of others," the Old Madam cautioned.
Qi Xuanxuan stuck out her tongue, "Understood, Grandmother."
"Zhenzhen, Old Madam Qian is my long-time friend, and her character is impeccable. Although her grandson's reputation is not good, I believe it must be a rumor! The Qian family is in business, and the family is simple. Moreover, because Old Madam Qian is the Emperor's wet nurse, they can be considered to have a backing. If you marry into the Qian family and serve that old woman well, your life will surely be peaceful and happy. Although they are not an official family, they are not much worse. That old woman has very high standards, and ordinary noble ladies can't catch her eye." The Old Madam said earnestly.
What else could Qi Zhenzhen say? As a noble lady who never left her courtyard, how could she possibly know about the grievances between Gu Sinian and Qian Yuanbao outside?
Therefore, she could only say, "Your granddaughter listens to Grandmother."
"Don't worry, now that the Lu family's engagement is off, your grandmother will not wrong you. I will talk to your father later and see what he thinks." The Old Madam patted Qi Zhenzhen's hand. "Alright, I've been busy all day today, and my body is tired. I won't keep you two here to talk. Hurry back."
Qi Zhenzhen walked back with her mind full of worries. Qi Xuanxuan's little face was full of happiness. "Second Sister, I made two good friends. They said they would write invitations for me later. Can I bring the zodiac dolls I made to give them as gifts?"
Qi Zhenzhen smiled, "Of course, Second Sister can also teach you to make other cloth dolls. Your little friends will definitely like them."
Qi Xuanxuan cheered, "Second Sister is the best."
After sending Qi Xuanxuan back to Fangfei Courtyard, Qi Zhenzhen then walked towards Longxiang Courtyard.
"Miss, do we need to tell the Young Master about today's events?" Erxi asked.
Should she tell or not? Qi Zhenzhen was unsure.
"Not for now," Qi Zhenzhen said after thinking.
Qian Yuanbao had a close relationship with Gu Sinian, and Old Madam Qian would not hide this matter from Qian Yuanbao. When the time came, after discussing it with Qian Yuanbao, he would definitely tell Gu Sinian. Then Gu Sinian would definitely have a way to deal with it.
She had an agreement with Gu Sinian, so she would leave all of this to him to handle.
Li Nuan sat on the chaise lounge, lost in thought. Today's birthday banquet was truly lively, with so many people attending. The every move of those noble ladies was extremely dignified. She originally thought she was doing well, but after witnessing it today, she realized she was just a frog in a well.
"Sister Nuan, I'm so sorry I didn't have time to entertain you today." Qi Zhenzhen sat on the chaise lounge with an apologetic expression.
"You were so busy, why would you mind? Besides, Lian Bei took care of me secretly." Li Nuan pursed her lips and smiled. "Second Sister truly shone today. I saw Eldest Sister's expression change. Although I'm not interested in tea ceremony, I've read about it in books. Your skill is probably the highest realm of tea ceremony!"
Qi Zhenzhen smiled without speaking. The highest realm she had seen was not limited to this. The true highest realm was for the phoenix's fragrance to linger indefinitely, not like her, who only maintained it for a few breaths.