When my vicious stepmother mistakenly married me to the Immortal Lord

In the early morning, the courtyard is filled with mist, dewdrops drip from green leaves, birds sing and flowers bloom, it is quiet and fresh.

When Jiang Song woke up, there was no one beside him, only the unique cold fragrance of Xie Changyan lingering in his nose.

She had long been accustomed to Xie Changyan's early rising, and he would not cuddle with her in bed like an ordinary couple.

Sometimes, Jiang Song even felt that he and Xie Changyan were like a patron and a courtesan. After a moment of pleasure, they would go about their business and not disturb each other.

But on second thought, how many couples in this world can truly understand each other and talk about everything?

What's more, they are people from two different worlds, and it was only by chance that they had this brief intersection.

After her revenge is over, she will consider leaving the Xie family, living the life she wants, pursuing the true path of cultivation, and no longer being bound by worldly emotions.

Therefore, when Xie Changyan gave Jiang Song money again, she did not accept it.

She didn't want to owe him too much, so that she wouldn't have any worries when she withdrew from him in the future.

Seeing this, Xie Changyan felt disappointed, but he did not force it. He just quietly put the banknote away and did not mention the matter again.

Of course, when she goes out to gain experience in the future, if she is lucky enough to find a magic medicine to cure Xie Changyan's stubborn disease, she will spare no effort.

After all, Xie Changyan treated her well, and she must remember this kindness in her heart.

Jiang Song got up, washed, and changed into a lavender dress. After a simple breakfast, she went to Yongshou Hall to pay her respects to her mother-in-law.

In Yongshou Hall, Chu Jinghong was sitting in the main seat, holding a teacup in his hand with a calm expression.

Jiang Song walked into the hall and bowed softly, "I hope you are well, mother. Song'er has come to pay his respects."

Chu Jinghong slowly opened his eyes and his gaze lingered on Jiang Song for a moment, "Song'er is here, please sit down."

Jiang Song thanked him and sat down on the chair next to him as he was told.

"Sister-in-law, Changyan's wife is a person with her own ideas. Please ask her to think about what birthday gift to send to the empress dowager. Our Xie family cannot lose our manners." Zhao Zhiyi, the wife of the second house, suddenly spoke.

Chu Jinghong nodded gently and looked at Jiang Song, "Song'er, do you have any good ideas?"

"Mother, Second Aunt, Song'er has really not seen much of the world. I don't know what kind of birthday gift should be given to celebrate the royal birthday in a proper manner. I would like to ask the elders to decide." Jiang Song politely declined.

She did not want to get too involved in the Xie family's internal affairs, especially such major matters involving the family's reputation and interactions with the outside world. She was even more cautious and unwilling to express her opinion easily.

When Zhao Zhiyi heard this, a hint of dissatisfaction flashed in his eyes, but because Chu Jinghong was present, he did not attack directly.

She chuckled and said, "Daughter-in-law Changyan, although you are young, you have been married into the Xie family for some time. It is time for you to learn how to share the family's worries."

"Second sister-in-law, Changyan's wife helped our Xie family win the title of imperial merchant last time, but this time she is unwilling to interfere in the birthday gift. Maybe she has already made up her mind, but she just can't say it out loud." Lady Lin Pianpian from the third room came to the rescue of Jiang Song at the right time.

Zhao Zhiyi curled her lips, but said nothing more. She only cursed Lin inwardly for being so considerate. She always spoke up for Jiang Song at the right time, as if she had become the unreasonable evil person.

Chu Jinghong gently put down the teacup and looked at Jiang Song gently, "Song'er, if you have any ideas in your mind, why not tell me and we can discuss it together."

Jiang Song bowed slightly, "Mother, Song'er does have an immature idea, but I don't know if it's appropriate."

"Just say it." Chu Jinghong encouraged.

"Song'er thinks that for the Queen Mother's birthday, the most important thing when giving gifts is the thoughtfulness and uniqueness. Our Xie family is a merchant family, and giving gold, silver, and jewelry would seem tacky."

"How about a painting of the character for longevity, hand-painted by an elder in the family who is skilled in calligraphy and painting, and a poem praising the Empress Dowager's profound blessings and compassion?"

"This painting not only demonstrates the Xie family's admiration for the Empress Dowager, but also reflects our inheritance and respect for culture and art."

“At the same time, we can also prepare a selection of Xie family’s unique products as a foil, such as carefully selected silks or special spices. This will not only demonstrate the Xie family’s business strength, but also retain its elegance.”

"Wow! That's a great idea!" Lin Pianxian's eyes lit up when she heard it, and she clapped her hands in approval. "However, our 'Blue Lotus Dream' brocade is still a bit more youthful."

"If we could custom-make a piece of brocade specifically for the Empress Dowager's birthday, embroidering it with auspicious designs like longevity peaches and cranes, and pairing it with the longevity image and poetry that Song'er mentioned, it would be truly grand and unique, and would surely delight the Empress Dowager!"

Chu Jinghong nodded slightly after hearing this. "Well, you two are right. Lin, this matter will be handled by you and Song'er. You must ensure it is done to perfection."

Lin Pianxian gladly accepted the order, "Don't worry, Mrs. Changyan, Third Aunt will fully cooperate with you. We must make this birthday gift beautiful."

Jiang Song couldn't refuse any longer and had to agree, "Song'er will do his best to live up to the high expectations of mother and third aunt."

At this time, although Zhao Zhiyi was still a little unwilling in his heart, seeing that Chu Jinghong had made the decision, he couldn't say anything more. He could only force a smile and agree with a few words.

After leaving Yongshou Hall, Jiang Song and Lin Pianpian walked side by side, discussing the specific details of the birthday gift.

The Xie family's brocade weaving craftsmanship is already a unique skill in Taixi Kingdom, so the brocade selected for gifts must naturally be of the highest quality.

Not only should the pattern be auspicious, but it should also have bright colors and fine textures. All aspects must strive for perfection in order to demonstrate the sincerity and taste of the Xie family.

Therefore, the color matching and embroidery pattern fell on Jiang Song. After she finished drawing the first draft of the design, she had to review it with Lin Pianpian before handing it over to the Xie family's top weavers and embroiderers for production.

Fortunately, Jiang Song has been influenced by modern design and has unique insights into color matching and pattern design.

Poetry and lyrics were not a problem for her. After all, China's 5,000-year cultural heritage allowed her to easily write poems praising blessings and compassion.

This is an imaginary world, and the brilliant culture and art she has come into contact with in modern times can become her unique capital here.

Jiang Song still holds the title of Madam Xie Shao, so even if she wants to shirk responsibility for these matters, it is difficult for her to stay out of them.

Never mind, it’s just a gift, there’s no need to worry too much about it.

Just think of it as adding some color to her days in the Xie family, and also as her way of giving back to the Xie family.

In the afternoon, Jiang Song practiced sword skills for a while in the martial arts field. When he returned to the courtyard, he was covered in sweat, but felt refreshed.

After a quick bath and changing her clothes, she sat in front of the window, brush in hand, and began to sketch the first draft of the design for the birthday gift brocade.

As for patterns, longevity peaches, cranes and the like are too common, so she decided to incorporate some more novel and profound elements.

The current Queen Mother was born a military general. She once led a large army to pacify the border and was very famous. She also founded the "Fengwu Academy" which focuses on female warriors and trained many female heroes for the Taixi Kingdom.

Even the ruler of a country, under the influence of the Queen Mother, attached unprecedented importance to the talents and status of women.

Based on these backgrounds, Jiang Song gradually came up with an idea in his mind.