The Royal Family's Orphan is on the Rise

After a few days of selecting concubines, Mu Simin, the daughter of the Minister of Revenue, was chosen as the principal wife, and the two concubines were the concubine's daughter of the Minister of Dali Temple and the second daughter of the Grand Minister of Agriculture.

The Queen also selected four concubines for the Crown Prince, and the Eastern Palace suddenly had seven more concubines.

The prince's wedding was scheduled for after May, so time was a bit tight and the Ministry of Rites and other departments became increasingly busy preparing for the wedding.

Princess Le'an, Princess Kangmei and Princess Muxue met at Fanghua Palace. Shen Jiarou had already asked people to prepare drinks and pastries.

"You are here."

"Meet Princess Sister."

Princess Mu Xue also bowed obediently: "Mu Xue greets the Royal Aunt."

Normally she would call her Imperial Aunt, unless there were other Imperial Aunts around, then she would use the honorific title according to their seniority.

"Hurry up and take a seat. Drinks and snacks are ready."

Princess Le'an picked up the cardamom water on the coffee table to quench her thirst, Princess Kangmei picked up the iced summer fruit to taste, and Princess Muxue liked cakes and she tasted several kinds of cakes one by one.

"Auntie, yours is the best. The cakes and drinks are delicious."

Princess Kangmei smiled gently: "You probably prefer the atmosphere here."

Hearing this, Princess Le'an smiled.

"Oh, Aunt Huang Qing, they say you should see through it but not speak it out loud."

Shen Jiarou, Princess Le'an and Princess Kangmei smiled at each other, and they all spent a happy afternoon eating and drinking.

Princess Le'an, who was sitting on the swing, suddenly had a hint of sadness on her face. Shen Jiarou and Princess Kangmei had noticed it. They exchanged glances and Princess Kangmei asked softly.

"Qing'er, what's wrong with you?"

Princess Le'an shook her head: "Nothing, I just lament that my days of freedom are becoming fewer and fewer."

Thinking that her wedding would be in five days, Shen Jiarou sighed and sat down.

"Enjoy this last personal time." From now on, you will no longer be alone. You will be your husband's wife, the daughter-in-law of your in-laws, and the mother of your children, and you will have greater responsibilities.

Princess Le'an had tears in her eyes, but she was stubborn and refused to let them fall. She really didn't want to get married and have children.

"Sister Princess, you are still young. You must be happy before you get married. You still have several years to enjoy life."

The originally relaxed and joyful atmosphere was unconsciously filled with a hint of sadness. Ruan Qingling and others looked at each other and sighed. It was a woman's inevitable fate to get married and have children.

Some are sad and some are happy. The Jiang family has many happy events and both father and son have been promoted.

Jiang's father was the Director of the Ministry of Rites. The Ministry of Rites was an agency under the Ministry of Rites, responsible for handling various affairs related to diplomacy and reception.

The duties of the Langzhong of the Ministry of Rites include:

Receiving foreign guests: Responsible for receiving visiting foreign envoys and officials, arranging their accommodation, meals and other daily activities.

"Handle diplomatic affairs": handle diplomatic documents and negotiations with foreign countries, and conduct diplomatic negotiations and exchanges on behalf of the country.

"Manage Yiguan": Manage Yiguan, the place where foreign envoys stay, to ensure its normal operation and management.

"Maintain diplomatic etiquette": Ensure that all activities with foreign countries comply with diplomatic etiquette and regulations and maintain national dignity and image.

This time he was promoted twice in a row, to the fourth rank. Although his position changed, his responsibilities remained the same.

Jiang Ruofan was also promoted twice in a row, to the seventh rank. To celebrate, Jiang's mother suggested having a meal at Shiyaxuan Restaurant.

"Madam, you decide. Your husband and son will obey you."

Jiang Ruofan gave his father face and agreed, "Mother, you can make the arrangements."

Mother Jiang was very satisfied with the performance of the father and son. Seeing that they let her make the decision, she made the final decision immediately.

"Then let's go to Shiyaxuan Restaurant and have a good meal. I heard that there are cakes and drinks in the mouth. Let's go and try them together."

There were still two days before Princess Le'an's wedding, so Shen Jiarou took the third princess out of the palace and headed for Shiyaxuan Restaurant. As soon as the two sisters entered the private room, they found that Princess Kangmei, Princess Le'an, Princess Muxue, Xie Lianxiang, and Bai Yunsu had all arrived.

"The fairies are all here. Third sister, let's sit down."

Everyone greeted each other. Princess Kangmei took the third princess to sit down, Princess Muxue took her fourth aunt to sit down, and several girls sat around a table.

The shopkeeper arranged for people to serve snacks and drinks first, and then the dishes.

Looking at the delicious food one after another, everyone smiled at each other.

"We're in for a treat today."

Princess Kangmei joked: "Isn't it possible that you are still short of food in Prince Rong's Mansion?"

Princess Mu Xue shook her head: "It's not less, but I'm tired of eating it every day."

Bai Yunsu, who was always cold and serious, couldn't help but laugh when she heard her words.

"Princess Mu Xue is right. No matter how delicious the food is, you will get tired of it if you eat it often."

Xie Lianxiang completely agreed: "That's right."

Shen Jiarou listened to everyone chatting and picked up the pumpkin pie in front of her and ate it quietly. The atmosphere in the box was very good.

The Jiang and Xu families came to the Shiyaxuan Restaurant and, led by the waiter, went directly into the private room.

Looking at the furnishings and arrangements in the house, everyone was very satisfied.

"Yes, the private room of Shi Ya Xuan Restaurant is unique. A slight change gives people a fresh and pleasant feeling."

After listening to Mr. Jiang’s comments, Mr. Xu also expressed his own opinions.

"I heard that Princess Yongkang comes here occasionally and always gives different opinions, and the shopkeeper will change them in time. This is why the business here is so good."

Mother Jiang nodded: "That's right."

Not long after they sat down, a servant from the Jiang Mansion came in and whispered in Jiang's father's ear.

"Master, I saw Princess Yongkang and the Third Princess walk into the restaurant."

Father Jiang was shocked: "Really?"

"Yes, I am absolutely not mistaken."

Father Jiang pondered for a moment, and Father Xu noticed that something was wrong with him.

"Brother Jiang, what happened?"

Upon hearing this, Father Jiang smiled faintly and shook his head.

"It's alright, let's have our meal. The food at Shi Ya Xuan is famous in and outside the capital."

The charming and dignified mother Xu smiled and said, "I'm afraid it's become popular all over the country."

Everyone smiled at each other, and then tasted each dish carefully.

Princess Le'an, who is about to get married, is very interested in Xie Lianxiang's married life. She looked at Xie Lianxiang and finally couldn't help but speak.

"Sister Lianxiang, how are you and your husband doing after marriage?"

Upon hearing this, everyone looked at Xie Lianxiang who was eating the glutinous rice cake seriously. Xie Lianxiang chewed it a few times and then swallowed it gently.

"It's OK, but many things have indeed changed a lot, but it's OK for me, after all, I'm in my own Xiangjun Mansion."

Princess Kangmei nodded: "Indeed, share some experience with me and let Qing'er pay attention to it."

Xie Lianxiang lowered her head in thought, then slowly raised her head and slightly opened her red lips.

"Don't be too enthusiastic at the beginning, and proceed step by step. Besides, Princess Le'an is a princess of noble status, so there is no need to lower yourself to please her. Just be a little more patient and attentive than usual.

But this is just my own suggestion. It still depends on you, Princess Le'an. You should act according to circumstances."

Princess Le'an was very grateful and took the initiative to pick up a big chicken leg for her.