The cousin's family is extremely wealthy; she deserves to be a concubine.

When asked about the painting, one cannot help but feel compassion.

"Would you like some more, Miss?" If you eat too much, it might be inconvenient to go to the toilet. But if you don't eat, you still have to meet many masters in the mansion today, and your body might not be able to handle it.

Previously, Granny Zhang seemed to have mentioned that Miss Biao's health was not very good. When she came to the manor yesterday, she just looked a bit frail, but I don't know the specifics of her health.

If he faints during the greeting due to extreme hunger, that wouldn't look good.

Hua Sirong shook her head, indicating that she would no longer have tea and snacks. "Thank you, Miss Hua. Please lead the way. Let's go and pay our respects to the elders in your household."

Although I could go later, it was only the first two days since I arrived, and the maids from the madam's courtyard had already come to my door early, so there was no reason to delay any longer.

Hua Sirong took Zhang's mother out with her, leaving Chunyan to watch the house.

"You're too kind, Miss." Wen Hua had a very good impression of Hua Si Rong, and she never refused anything she said. "You came to the manor in a hurry yesterday, and it's still early today. I'll accompany you to familiarize yourself with the various places in the manor, so it will be more convenient for you to visit other households in the future."

"Our Marquis's mansion is currently occupied by three households. The Marquis's wife lives in Yimei Garden, while the Marquis's concubines live in a side courtyard next to Yimei Garden. The second household lives in Mujiao Pavilion, and the third household lives in Yunyu Pavilion."

The girls lived with their own mothers, except for the seventh daughter who had a separate courtyard. The daughters of the second and third wives lived with their mothers in the main courtyard and side rooms.

As for the young masters of the manor, when they reached school age, they all lived in the front courtyard and were served by dedicated servants.

Hua Sirong bowed respectfully to Wen Hua to express her gratitude for her meticulous attention to detail.

Yesterday, they followed the people in and didn't dare to look around. Now, they hadn't seen many people along the way, and with Wen Hua explaining things carefully, Hua Sirong and Wang Mama were able to appreciate the wealth and luxury of this high-class family.

The Hua family's main branch in Xishan was also wealthy, but their wealth was the main factor.

But noble families like the Marquis's Mansion embody the word "noble"—they are low-key in every way, yet exude an air of nobility.

It is truly incomparable to the homes of ordinary people.

Hua Sirong silently touched her money pouch. With her limited understanding, she suddenly felt that ten thousand taels was indeed a bit too little.

Madam Wang was also secretly amazed. The Shen family used to be called "refined and noble," but their nobility lay in the word "refined," and they could even add "poor" to the end.

Later, at the Hua family's house, I thought I had seen all the splendor of the world, but only by being there in person can one realize how limited one's previous knowledge really was.

Perhaps because I had a view of the scenery, I didn't find the walk from Qingwu Courtyard to Lady Hou's Yimei Garden to be long or difficult.

"Rong'er, why are you here so early? I sent Wenhua away and told you to come later." Madam Hou was eating porridge. She took the handkerchief handed to her by the maid to wipe her mouth, rinsed her mouth, and then said, "Have you eaten? If not, sit down and have some."

"Yes, Aunt, I have already eaten." With Hua Sirong's demure demeanor, Madam Shen could not yet discern the true nature of this niece.

“Alright, let’s go and pay our respects to the old lady. Your cousin and the others have already gone to serve her.” Hua Sirong listened respectfully, and when the madam got up, she took the initiative to help her up.

Madam Shen placed her hand on Hua Sirong's hand. The two looked intimate as they walked and chatted. "I gave birth to a son and a daughter in the mansion."

My son's name is Zhang-ge'er. He's the heir of the household, eighteen years old this year. He's engaged to the eldest daughter of the Duke of Tongli's family, and the betrothal ceremony was just held a few days ago. Next year, I'm hoping to marry your cousin-in-law into the family so she can manage the household for me."

"Aunt is so blessed." Hua Sirong raised her head slightly and tilted it towards the Lady of the Marquis to show her closeness, while her steps were subtly half a step behind.

Madam Shen truly felt that she was the most fortunate among all her sisters, having married the best, had the most successful son, and a good family background for her daughter-in-law.

“My daughter is the seventh in the family, and she’s twelve this year, four years younger than you. She’s too lively and noisy, giving me headaches every day. She’s not like you, who is so quiet and gentle. Your aunt likes her very much.”

After speaking, he gently squeezed Hua Sirong's delicate white hand. However, when talking about the Seventh Miss, he did not show any dislike for her personality. On the contrary, he was full of affection for her.

"My cousin was born into wealth. From a young age, she was taken care of by her uncle and you, and protected by her cousin and future cousin-in-law. She was destined to live a life of luxury, so naturally, she grew up to be clever and quick-witted." Without any sordid worries, she was able to develop such a lively and carefree personality.

She was probably like this when she was still a young girl. It's only in these last few months that she's been forced to grow up.

"You have such a sweet tongue, you really know how to flatter people. I never thought that rascal was so good in your eyes." Hearing someone praise her two children, she naturally felt pleased. "Alas, with your cousin's personality, what will happen to her after she gets married?"

This is the truth. When a child is raised by their side, their temperament is naturally excellent. However, a woman spends most of her life in her husband's family. Unless she marries down, how can she be happy and content?

"With my aunt taking care of things, she will surely find a good husband for my cousin and treat her like a precious jewel for the rest of her life."

This child really knows how to talk. Madam Shen was genuinely happy at this moment. "Don't worry, your aunt will also keep your marriage in mind."

Hua Sirong's face quickly flushed red. "Thank you for your concern, Aunt." As an orphan, she should be grateful that someone was taking care of her marriage, especially since the other party was a Marquis's wife, which would only make her marriage prospects even better.

"Don't be shy. The most important thing for a woman in this life is to marry a good husband." Shen herself is the best example.

"Besides this son and daughter, I have four other children: the third young master, the eldest daughter, the third daughter, and the sixth daughter of the household." As for the one still in Aunt Shui's belly, she omitted it.

Hua Sirong understood that the others were all born out of wedlock, not by their aunts.

"Because the old lady is still alive, in addition to the Marquis's lineage, there are two other branches of the family. The second branch has five children: the second young master, the fourth young master, the fifth young master, the second young lady, and the fourth young lady."

The third branch of the family has three children: the fifth daughter, the eighth daughter, and the youngest son, the sixth son, who is only seven years old this year.

Hua Sirong listened carefully. The three families together only had a dozen or so children, which was not many in a noble family.

I had inquired beforehand and learned that the second and third branches of the Marquis's family were both born out of wedlock. However, the old lady was magnanimous and did not separate the other two branches of the family after the old Marquis passed away. But after the old lady's death, these two branches of the family will definitely have to move out.

"It doesn't matter if you're new here and don't know everyone yet; there will be plenty of time to get to know each other later."

Today you will only see a few of your sisters. The brothers and sisters are all going to school, and the old lady is considerate of them, so she will only come to pay her respects during her days off.

The young ladies specially asked their teacher for half a day off today, just in time to get to know everyone. "The young men's studies are related to the future of the Marquis's mansion, and they dare not delay unless it is a major event."