novelhk Chapter 167 Reunion
Chapter 167 Reunion
As we bid farewell to the old year and welcome the new, lanterns and decorations adorn every corner, and joyous celebrations fill the air as we welcome the new year. This New Year not only brings a fresh start but is also a beautiful moment symbolizing reunion and happiness. And on this special day this year, there is another joyous occasion—Princess Wan'er's beloved daughter celebrates her one-month birthday! Thus, it is truly a double celebration, a joyous occasion upon a joyous occasion!
The entire palace was like a sea of red, filled with an atmosphere of celebration and joy. Everywhere you looked, there were vibrant and dazzling red decorations, a feast for the eyes. The high-hanging red lanterns, like strings of ripe persimmons, swayed gently in the breeze; the meticulously laid red carpet stretched into the distance like a burning dragon. Every exquisitely crafted detail exuded a strong festive atmosphere and heartfelt celebration for the little princess's full moon.
Amidst this joyous and peaceful scene, Princess Wan'er, cradling her infant daughter, moved gracefully like a fairy descending on auspicious clouds. Her exquisite face radiated a smile of boundless happiness, as dazzling as spring blossoms in full bloom, warming everyone's hearts like the gentle spring sun. The baby in her arms slept soundly, her rosy, chubby face like a ripe peach, so adorable and irresistible that one couldn't help but want to kiss her. She was utterly adorable and utterly endearing.
Because of the successful marriage alliance between the Su family and the royal family, the entire Su family was invited to attend this grand full-moon celebration. Everyone was overjoyed and dressed in their finest attire. Old Master Su and his wife, in particular, felt immensely honored, their faces radiating undisguised pride and joy. The woman carried a basket full of fresh, smooth eggs, each one seemingly carrying abundant blessings. Furthermore, she had personally sewed a brand-new swaddle blanket for the baby, the stitches fine and the patterns exquisite, brimming with her deep love for the new life. However, Princess Wan'er displayed a disdainful expression towards these thoughtful gifts. After all, as a noble princess, she lived a life of luxury in her palace, and such ordinary gifts naturally failed to meet her standards.
"Daughter-in-law, come here, look at these eggs laid by our own free-range chickens! They're so fresh and very nutritious. You should eat more of them to nourish your body." The woman smiled broadly and enthusiastically handed a basket full of eggs to Princess Wan'er. However, Princess Wan'er seemed completely uninterested in the eggs, not even bothering to glance at them. She snorted coldly and turned her beautiful face away.
Seeing this, Su Muyang, who was standing next to her, quickly reached out and took the basket of eggs, while scolding her incessantly: "Oh dear, Mother, why did you prepare this? We have everything we need here, food, clothes, and other necessities. Why do you have to go to such trouble?"
Hearing her son say this, the woman immediately felt embarrassed. Her smiling face turned bright red, and she quickly stammered, "Son, I just thought that it would be more nutritious for a woman who has just given birth to eat some free-range eggs, so I brought them from home."
"Alright, alright, I know, I know!" Su Muyang seemed increasingly impatient. He frowned, waved his hand at the woman, and said loudly, "You and Dad should go to the hall and sit down to rest for a while. You must be exhausted from the journey." After saying that, he didn't care whether the woman and the old man really wanted to leave or not, and turned around and walked away on his own.
In no time, Su Muyang appeared outside the princess's residence carrying a basket of wild eggs. Several ragged beggars were squatting there, begging for food. Without a word, Su Muyang casually stuffed the entire basket of eggs into the arms of one of the old beggars, then turned and walked into the residence without looking back. The beggars were left staring, dumbfounded, speechless for a long time, at the eggs that had suddenly appeared in their hands.
Just then, a commotion arose outside the door; it turned out that the eldest brother's family had arrived. Everyone hurried forward to greet them, and the new sister-in-law walked in with a beaming smile, carrying a beautifully package. She quickly went to the baby, gently opened the package, and inside was a fiery red cloak, its color so vibrant and dazzling, like a burning flame.
The new sister-in-law carefully draped the cloak over the little baby, murmuring, "May our little baby be as passionate and energetic as this fiery red cloak." Then, she took out a heavy bag of loose silver from her sleeve, handed it to Su Muyang, and said with a smile, "This is just a small token of my appreciation. I wish our little baby will be exceptionally intelligent, grow more and more beautiful, and become more and more well-behaved!"
Su Muyang quickly reached out and accepted the gift money, weighing it in his hand and secretly admiring his new sister-in-law's generosity. He replied with a beaming smile, "Thank you so much, sister-in-law. Please come and sit down in the hall to rest your feet."
Before the words were even finished, another burst of laughter and cheerful voices came from the doorway. It was Su Yuning and Ye Beichen arriving hand in hand. Su Yuning carried a large gift box and went straight to the baby. She gently opened the box, inside which was a brand-new set of clothes neatly arranged. The clothes were soft and exquisitely crafted, clearly of considerable value. Su Yuning gently picked up the clothes, held them up to the baby, and nodded in satisfaction. Then, she took out a set of exquisite gold jewelry from the bottom of the box. This set included a pair of delicate bracelets, a delicate and adorable safety lock, and a shimmering gold chain, each piece sparkling with captivating light.
Ye Beichen stood to the side, smiling as he watched the heartwarming scene unfold. After Su Yuning finished displaying her gifts, he leisurely stepped forward, pulled a bulging money pouch from his pocket, and handed it to Su Muyang, saying loudly, "As her uncle, I naturally can't be left behind. Here's a hundred taels of gold, a congratulatory gift for my little niece. Also, there's an agate necklace, a tiger-head cloak, and a jade ruyi. I hope these things will accompany my little niece as she grows up healthy and happy, and spends every day peacefully." He then affectionately stroked the little darling's rosy cheeks.
Just then, Su Muyang's face was full of smiles as he cheerfully replied, "Oh dear, thank you so much, my dear sister and brother-in-law! I really appreciate your kind gesture! And as for the gift you sent, I will certainly keep it safe for my lovely little daughter! Come, come, you two, please come and sit in the hall! This way, please!"
Meanwhile, guests arrived in droves for the full moon celebration! Each one was dressed in magnificent attire, clutching a dazzling array of precious and rare gifts. Behold the gifts: exquisite jewelry, crafted with unparalleled skill; priceless paintings and ancient books, their ink seeming to transcend time; and rare and wondrous treasures, a truly eye-opening experience. Each and every gift carried with it the abundant blessings and deep affection everyone had for the newly arrived princess!
The streets were bustling with activity during the New Year. People dressed in new clothes and with smiles on their faces were either exchanging New Year's greetings and auspicious words, or carrying gifts and hurrying to visit relatives, or leisurely strolling through the streets and choosing their favorite items.
On this festive street, the village chief's nephew held his adorable six-month-old baby in his arms, carefully protecting him. His other hand held his wife's soft little hand tightly. The family of three strolled around shopping together, enjoying this rare moment of joy.
As fate would have it, just as they were strolling along leisurely, Chestnut Girl and Gu Wanfeng happened to walk towards them from the opposite direction. The moment their eyes met, a look of surprise and delight bloomed on their faces.
The plump, cheerful-looking girl was the first to greet us: "Oh my, Chestnut Girl! It's been so long! Look at you, you've become even more radiant! I wonder how you've been lately? What have you been busy with all day?"
Chestnut Girl replied with a smile, "Of course! It's been a long time! I've been staying home taking care of the kids lately, but whenever I have a spare moment, I still write a few lines to continue my writing journey."
Hearing this, the chubby girl's eyes lit up, her face full of admiration. She smiled and gave a thumbs up, praising, "You truly deserve to be called the famous talented woman of our village! You're both literate and skilled in martial arts, so amazing! By the way, I noticed you're carrying brand new swaddling clothes. Whose little one is this carefully prepared gift for?"
Chestnut Girl didn't hide anything and told the truth: "So it's Princess Wan'er who has a daughter! Yu Ning and I are very close sisters, so her sister-in-law is naturally my sister-in-law too. That's why I came here specially to buy a generous gift to give the newborn baby my sincerest blessings."
Just then, the village chief's nephew suddenly slapped his forehead, as if realizing something, and said, "Oh dear! That's right, Su Muyang did send me an invitation to his baby's one-month celebration. I completely forgot about something so important. Luckily you reminded me, otherwise I would have really missed it!" As he spoke, he scratched his head sheepishly.
"In that case, you'd better hurry up and prepare your gifts. We'll be going now," Chestnut Girl replied softly with a sweet smile on her face. Gu Wanfeng, standing beside her, also waved politely to them, and then left the bustling street with Chestnut Girl.
Before long, the chubby girl carefully selected two sets of bright and stylish New Year's outfits for the baby. Meanwhile, the village chief's nephew chose a set of exquisite tableware crafted from pure silver. Each of them, holding their adorable baby and carrying their carefully chosen gifts, hurried towards the princess's residence, eagerly preparing to attend the grand full moon celebration.
At this moment, the scene was bustling with people, filled with laughter and cheers, everyone immersed in the joyous and festive atmosphere. However, just as everyone was enjoying this happiness, suddenly, a petite maidservant rushed over like the wind. The maidservant looked panicked, panting heavily, with glistening beads of sweat on her forehead. After finally reaching Princess Wan'er's side, she quickly bent down, carefully pressed her lips to the princess's ear, and whispered a few words in a low voice.
Princess Wan'er, who had been smiling and chatting amiably with everyone, changed her expression drastically upon hearing these words. Her smile vanished instantly, replaced by worry and panic. Without hesitation, she picked up the child in her arms and hurried towards the inner chamber.
Su Muyang, who had been silently observing Princess Wan'er's every move, keenly sensed this sudden change in circumstances. His heart tightened, and without the slightest hesitation, he strode forward to follow closely behind Princess Wan'er.
Upon entering the inner room, everyone learned that it was the nanny responsible for taking care of the little princess's daily meals and living that first discovered the problem—the little princess had inexplicably developed a fever! This news was like a bolt from the blue, shocking everyone present.
Seeing his beloved daughter's face flushed and her forehead beaded with sweat, Su Muyang was frantic with worry, pacing back and forth like an ant on a hot pan. Without a word, he immediately ordered his servants to rush to the palace to summon the imperial physician. However, Princess Wan'er, though equally anxious, tried her best to remain calm. She gently embraced her child, softly comforting her ailing daughter.