Today is a big day for everyone in the Huaiye Lane mansion.

From morning to evening, throughout the day, there were no traffic jams at the gate of the Huaiye Lane mansion.

Except for a large number of clan members and other visitors from Nanlong at noon, Mrs. Zhen personally went to pick them up.

There are almost no lively scenes at the gate, let alone heavy traffic.

It is estimated that most of the neighbors in the surrounding area do not know that this incident still exists today.

On the contrary, at the back door of the mansion, one or two carriages with excellent privacy would arrive from time to time. After entering the house, they would put down a few guests, and Zhen Shuyuan, a maid who was close to her, would lead the maids to check the invitations.

, and then quickly welcomed the distinguished guests to the main hall... everything was in order.

As the only direct elder in the Ouyang family, the biological aunt of the youngest governor of this dynasty, the fourth-rank commander, and the imperial concubine... Mrs. Zhen's birthday gift will naturally not be that plain and simple.

The noble daughter of the Xie family has been preparing for a long time, and naturally follows the low-key but solemn model of a wealthy family:

The guests are all carefully selected and have close personal relationships, and the gilded invitations are solemnly delivered early.

It focuses on a low-key and private place with exquisite specifications.

Zhen Shuyuan has been smiling from ear to ear since the first batch of guests arrived in the morning.

Obviously, he was very satisfied with the birthday ceremony arranged and hosted by Xie Lingjiang.

At least, when it comes to arranging maids and servants, decorating the banquet venue, and preparing welcome gifts, the noble girl with the fifth surname and Qi Wang is still good at it. After all, she has been exposed to it since she was a child. Even if she does not deliberately learn it, she can still learn it very well.

Quickly find the right track and take over all tasks.

Although Xie Lingjiang also consulted his aunt for a little advice, many items for this birthday ceremony were also transferred from Xie Xue'e in Yangzhou on a special ship.

But being able to arrange things in such a dignified and elegant manner is also a manifestation of the ability to manage a household well.

Temperament cultivation is something that sometimes has to be admitted. It does require a family background to cultivate it. High-quality resources are monopolized and accumulated in this way. Otherwise, if you are an ordinary farm girl, you can only focus on the word "diligence".

, use "diligence" to make up for your weakness.

No wonder the poor families in the world and the noble families in the Zhou Dynasty are all keen on pursuing girls with the fifth surname, which can immediately boost their family status and improve their family style.

Among the people, women with these five surnames are even more "noble" than princesses. Some people even say, "I would rather marry a girl with these five surnames than join the king's family."

In the past, Ouyang Rong didn't really understand that being able to marry a princess and princess, and being a relative of the emperor would make one's family more noble. But since he met a certain little princess, he accidentally took it from her and handed it to Piaoduan.

After taking the water bowl out of his intestines, Ouyang Rong had an epiphany.

The reason is very simple, Qian, the princesses of the Zhou royal family are too tough, extravagant, arrogant, and domineering. It is commonly known as princess disease. If you marry into the family, you will be a guest and bully the master. You cannot make her angry. There is nothing she can do if she makes a mistake.

Lesson, to put it harshly, isn’t the so-called son-in-law the royal son-in-law? Just from the origin of the name, we can see that the son-in-law

Ma Duwei was originally the official in charge of the emperor's chariots and horses. Well, Bi Mawen gave a thumbs up, but even Bi Mawen was not interested in the Seven Fairies. There is also a little tidbit about marrying a princess,

According to the dry system and the weekly system, after the death of the princess, the husband needs to mourn for three years, which is really the same as his father and mother.

On the other hand, women with the fifth surname and Qi Wang have good family backgrounds, good upbringing, and do not have the problems of princesses. The five surnamed families will also help each other, which will greatly help the improvement of the family status and the development of the husband's career. The most important thing is that

The husband's status at home will not be lower than that of his wife, and he will not have to serve three years of mourning...

Looking at it this way, it is no wonder that women with the fifth surname and Qiwang are more popular than the princesses of this dynasty.

Therefore, ever since Zhen Shuyuan saw Xie Ling Jiang Qi at Donglin Temple in Dagushan, Dragon City, she has been attracted to him.

So far, I have got what I wanted.

In the main hall, Zhen Shuyuan looked at the elegant Xie Xue'e who was sitting next to her.

Apart from the elders such as Xian Lao, the patriarch from Nanlong, Xie Xue'e was the one sitting closest to her.

Originally, the chief position was reserved for visitors from the Xunyang Palace, but Xie Lingjiang persuaded him to stop, saying that the prince and the princess were traveling in normal clothes, so there was no need to reveal their identities too much, and everything could be done as usual...

Zhen and Xie are both women of about the same age, and they have more in common.

Although her personality and temperament are very different, Xie Xue'e has never shown any disdain and disdain in front of Zhen Shuyuan, nor is she cold, but she is full of witty words and graceful.

There were even many topics of conversation between the two girls. Xie Xue'e liked to ask Ouyang Rong about his past affairs, which hit Zhen Shuyuan's point. She talked a lot about someone's embarrassing childhood, and both beautiful women burst out laughing.

However, Zhen Shuyuan knew in her heart that the reason for having a common language was that Mrs.

That is, the opponent is many ranks higher than you, and he can handle it with ease. The process of making good friends with you is naturally natural and calm.

Regarding these, Zhen Shuyuan has a strong balance in her heart.

At the moment, she responded with a smile and treated Xie Xue'e as if she were her biological mother.

Because Xie Lingjiang's mother died early and his father Xie Xun was away, Xie Lingjiang had a good relationship with his younger aunt, and the latter naturally took the position of the female elder on Xie Lingjiang's side.

As night falls, outside the hall, apart from the remaining orange dusk in the sky, there are only dark trees covered by the wall.

Zhen Shuyuan's eyes came back from the outside and fell on the maids in the main hall. Under the guidance of a semi-professional, they walked in obediently and sensibly, scattered throughout the main hall, and lit lamps everywhere.

The main hall, which was originally dimly lit to the naked eye, suddenly became brighter.

The relatives and guests on the seats looked around subconsciously and laughed.

It’s time again when all the lights are on.

Zhen Shuyuan couldn't help but look around. The halls of the mansion, which used to be brightly lit but lonely and empty, were now lively and full, filled with faces of old and new acquaintances and the laughter and laughter.

Her mood became high for no reason, and she straightened the scarlet silk shawl on her lower arms, which was a gift from Ah Qing.

As the birthday girl today, Zhen Shuyuan wore her favorite sapphire blue floor-length skirt. At Xie Lingjiang's suggestion, she specially paired it with a red waistband, which not only highlighted the graceful figure of a tall woman

, highlighting the full gourd-like hip-to-waist ratio.

It can also be paired with a vermilion shawl to cushion the sapphire blue. This tone is too rich and heavy, so a touch of red is needed as an embellishment to soothe the eyes. In addition, red also means good luck and good luck, which is in line with Zhen Shuyuan's status as the birthday girl tonight.

Zhen Shuyuan straightened her clothes and saw Ouyang Rong striding into the main hall.

It not only attracted all her attention, but also attracted the attention of all the guests in the main pavilion.

Zhen Shuyuan stood up, Ouyang Rong raised his hand in the air and said with a smile:

"Auntie, sit down quickly and look who's coming."

He turned sideways and gestured to the back. Zhen Shuyuan and the guests looked over and saw two figures in men's clothing walking into the main hall behind Ouyang Rong, followed by a boy in blue with a bun face and a book in his hand.

Holding two small gift boxes, he was looking around curiously.

The two figures in men's clothing in front are about the same height. One has a square face with a stubble and a strong build, while the other is extremely handsome with a slender figure and carries a folding fan in his hand.

The latter's eyebrows are also dotted with a faint red mark of plum blossom makeup, and his steps are vigorous, but his beautiful facial features look a bit feminine. Looking down carefully, there is indeed no Adam's apple.

Without Ouyang Rong's introduction, Zhen Shuyuan recognized the person immediately.

"Prince, princess..."

She was about to stand up to greet her, but someone politely stopped her.

"Madam, please don't be polite. A-mei and I are taking the place of father...Daddy is here to wish Madam a happy birthday. Today we focus on being happy. Madam is the birthday girl, so don't care about the red tape."

Li Dalang raised his palms in the air and said with a silly smile.

Li Bao'er, who was dressed beautifully in men's clothing, nodded gently, put away his folding fan, clapped his palms, and glanced at the surrounding mansions with his lacquered eyes, seemingly interested.

After Ouyang Rong left Yinbingzhai, he went to pick up the Li brothers and sisters.

This time, Li Xian and Wei Mei did not come over. The reason was that they were not feeling well. They also declined tomorrow's Donglin Giant Buddha celebration ceremony. This was Ouyang Rong's suggestion a few days ago, so they should not come at all, but

Li Xian and his wife wanted to come over to celebrate Zhen Shuyuan's birthday, but Ouyang Rong gave up their idea with just one word and asked Li Guo'er and Li Dalang to give gifts instead.

Ouyang Rong said at that time that if the prince and princess came too, then Li Congshan and Rong Zhen would definitely follow them with guards. By then, the Huaiye Lane residence would be surrounded by three floors inside and three floors outside...

However, Li Xian and his wife were not defenseless when they stayed in the palace. Xie Lingjiang said that Li Guo'er left a powerful thunder talisman for them to protect them.

"Where's Sister Xie?"

Li Guo'er asked.

Ouyang Rong glanced at the sky: "I should be in the kitchen now."

Li Bao'er was thoughtful.

The two Li brothers and sisters walked to the side and sat down.

The bun-faced maid Cai Shou handed over the gift she had brought.

Zhen Shuyuan looked at Ouyang Rong and said with emotion:

"Tan Lang is so energetic."

In order to follow the principle of bringing the embroiderer home "innocent".

Ouyang Rong wore a brand new blue Confucian shirt today. The embroiderer helped him choose it and it was made by Ah Qing.

Pair it with an amulet with the four-character note "Never forget us forever" and hang it around your waist.

He already has a tall and slender figure, and a handsome and sunny face. The simpler clothes make him look fresher and more energetic.

Ouyang Rong walked habitually with long strides, and his steps were filled with a strong and powerful spirit. At first glance, he looked like a energetic person, but in his own words, he was a hard worker.

Ouyang Rong and Zhen Shuyuan stood together, one green and one blue, standing out in front of everyone, and they complemented each other.

Zhen Shuyuan, who was sitting on the seat, took the arm of Ouyang Rong who was standing, and looked at it with some emotion, as if she couldn't get enough.

"How come in the blink of an eye, Tanlang has grown so tall and so big, and is so promising..."
To be continued...