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Chapter 408 Inviting guests into the house!
Mu Xin Nuan raised an eyebrow and smiled, "See? We were talking and here he is. Xu came to complain to you. Listen to him carefully. I'm going back now."
Duanmu Chuze knew that Mu Xin Nuan was really angry this time. If he didn't handle Song Jing's matter well, he might not even be able to get into his room tonight.
"Greetings to Your Highness." Granny Song kowtowed respectfully, then stood up. "Your Highness, I came here today only to ask if Jing'er has done anything inappropriate? If she has indeed done something wrong, I will send someone to teach her a lesson."
They really came because of Song Jing!
Duanmu Chuze's face darkened, and an innate kingly aura suddenly emanated from him, giving people a sense of oppression!
Even Song Mama, who had always been smug, couldn't help but feel a little uncomfortable. She lowered her head further, and her body unconsciously bent even more.
"Forget it. From now on, she must not approach Qinghui Pavilion. Since she is a maid, she should naturally serve in the backyard. How can she come to the front yard? I have just arrived in Yanzhou. If she were to spread a reputation for being a lecher, wouldn't my illustrious name be ruined?"
When the prince's imposing presence was revealed, even Song Mama became somewhat frightened and quickly admitted her mistake, "It was all because this servant was inconsiderate. Please punish me, Your Highness."
"Fine! Considering you are my wet nurse, I will let it go this time. As for Song Jing, she is forbidden from leaving the inner gate again."
"Yes, Your Majesty."
Granny Song felt a cold sweat break out on her forehead. Why hadn't she thought of these problems before? Now, she had only made things worse for the prince! She wondered if this whole ordeal would change how the prince viewed Song Jing.
"Your Highness, what do you think? Should we have Jing'er come to the inner study to wait for you? Your inner study can't be left unattended, can it?"
"No need! My study is managed by Xiao Lianzi. He is a palace attendant, and this is his duty."
Granny Song looked unwell and said somewhat awkwardly, "Yes, this servant has remembered."
Since she couldn't go to the inner study, Granny Song had to make other plans.
This Granny Song was quite interesting; she arranged for Song Jing to serve in a pavilion closest to the second gate. That was the only way the Prince could return to Yijing Garden, and with each visit, there would inevitably be an opportunity.
Duanmu Chuze was a man, so why would he think so much? Besides, once he arrived in Yanzhou, he was so busy that he was practically dying, which made things difficult for Song Jing, who was hoping to run into him a few times.
Mu Xin Nuan knew he was busy. There were so many things to do in Yan, and now they were all relying on him, the prince, so it was naturally not easy to manage. Fortunately, he had many capable assistants by his side, but even so, he was always busy until late at night before he could return to rest.
Sometimes, when it was too late and he was afraid of waking Mu Xin Nuan, he would just stay at Qinghui Pavilion. If Mu Xin Nuan hadn't trusted him, she probably would have overthought things.
"Your Highness, this is a medicinal meal that the Princess Consort prepared for you personally. You have been too busy with official duties these days, and the Princess Consort was worried that your body might not be able to handle it. Therefore, she specifically instructed me to watch over you until you finish eating before returning to Yijing Garden to report back."
Granny Yu personally brought over the chicken soup. There were several advisors in the study, and upon hearing her words, they also felt that the prince had been working too hard lately, which was not good for his health.
Duanmu Chuze was already worried about the coal mining, but when he saw the chicken soup that Granny Yu brought over, and heard that it was made by Mu Xin Nuan herself, he naturally felt a little better.
"How did you stay up so late?"
"Your Highness, the Princess Consort said that you have worked hard, and your subordinates have also had a busy time. Therefore, she specially cooked extra and instructed me to give each of you a bowl."
Duanmu Chuze then realized that there was a stack of bowls on the tray, at least six or seven.
After serving two bowls of chicken soup, Granny Yu finally took the tray away, satisfied.
Seeing that the strategists had also been given chicken soup and were invigorated, Duanmu Chuze raised an eyebrow. This girl has such a delicate mind. She is helping me win people's hearts so much. If I don't do a good job as the Prince of Yan, wouldn't I be letting her down?
In the following days, Mu Xin Nuan would have some tonics delivered to her every day, but she herself never appeared at Qinghui Pavilion. This made the strategists and generals who followed the prince think more highly of this little princess.
They all thought she was just a weak little girl who couldn't even take care of herself, so how could she help the prince?
Now it seems they underestimated this princess!
"Your Highness, the Princess Consort has heard that the eldest daughter-in-law of the Lu family is from Jiangnan and intends to invite her to her residence for tea. She specifically sent me to inquire whether this is appropriate."
Duanmu Chuze raised an eyebrow. The Lu family was a prestigious family in Yanzhou, arguably the most powerful family in the region. Mu Xin Nuan's choice to invite the eldest young mistress of the Lu family at this time was clearly for a specific purpose.
"The Princess only invited the eldest young mistress?"
"Your Highness, the Princess Consort has heard that the eldest son of the Lu family and his wife's qin and xiao playing is unparalleled and she greatly admires it. Therefore, she wishes to invite the couple to come along."
"Alright, let's do as Your Highness wishes. Get back to me when the time is set."
Aunt Fang was taken aback. She was about to ask, but she didn't expect that the prince had already guessed the princess's intention without her having to bring it up. The two of them were truly in sync!
"Yes, Your Majesty."
The next day, Lu Shaofeng and Liu arrived hand in hand. Upon first seeing Liu, Mu Xinnuan was overjoyed.
The scholarly air emanating from this Ms. Liu was indeed captivating. Her petite frame, typical of Southerners, now revealed a gentle and graceful side.
"I had long heard that the eldest son of the Lu family had married a beautiful woman with both beauty and talent. Seeing her today, I can confirm that she truly lives up to her reputation! Just look at your demeanor, sister; you are extraordinary and far beyond what ordinary women can compare to."
Upon hearing this, Lady Liu immediately became somewhat nervous, "Your Highness is too kind. How can I possibly accept such praise?"
"Oh? What's there to be ashamed of! I'm just telling the truth, not trying to flatter you. Come, let's go to the bamboo grove in the back. The scenery there, combined with the two of you who are as beautiful as celestial beings, would be perfect."
Lu Shaofeng hesitated for a moment, clearly wondering if Yu Li would be in any trouble.
"Young Master Lu, there's no need to worry. The Prince will be here soon. He said that you are about the same age, and he has heard that you are a well-known talent in Yan. He would like to ask you for some pointers."
"Your Highness is too kind."
Mu Xin Nuan had already arranged for an incense table and tea set to be prepared. Upon entering the purple bamboo forest, the air was filled with fragrance and mist, creating a truly otherworldly atmosphere.