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Chapter 106: Home is a Place to Unwind
Chapter 106: Home is a Place to Unwind
Suisui and the others had just returned yesterday, and everyone was still in a phase of observation.
Therefore, they didn't immediately prepare gifts.
Now that they had seen the Qi Princess Consort's affection and adoration for Suisui, they understood her stance.
Regardless of Suisui's eventual identity, if she was under the protection of the Qi Princess Consort, then she would certainly be of significant standing.
The two side consorts and the concubines only needed to send some gifts and extend a little goodwill to leave a favorable impression with the Qi Princess Consort—it was a simple matter that only a fool would neglect.
Thus, as soon as Suisui and the others returned, the gifts were sent over.
As it was already quite late, they felt embarrassed to disturb them and instead sent the gifts through servants.
Upon hearing this, the Qi Princess Consort nodded: "Alright, after we've eaten, I'll take Suisui to open the presents."
Shaoyu nodded, understanding how to handle these gifts, and then withdrew to make the necessary arrangements.
The Qi Princess Consort then turned her attention to the person Aunt Qiu had chosen.
Aunt Qiu had selected a woman in her thirties, tasked with instructing Suisui in all manners of etiquette and rules, and assisting her in her daily life.
Her surname was Xiang, and she had lost her husband early in life and had no children.
Her previous master's household had fallen into financial ruin, and out of desperation, they had no choice but to sell off their servants.
Aunt Xiang had not caused any trouble in her previous mansion, and she had been introduced by Aunt Wu, Uncle Li's wife. Before this, she had been assisting the manager in one of the smaller manor houses of the princely mansion.
After Aunt Qiu's careful assessment, she deemed Aunt Xiang suitable and brought her over.
The Qi Princess Consort carefully observed her and asked a few detailed questions, finding that Aunt Xiang was efficient in her movements and quite gracious in her speech. Satisfied, she nodded her approval.
With the selection of the attendant aunt finalized, the Qi Princess Consort then turned her attention to the maids.
Compared to the single aunt selected, six maids had come.
The Qi Princess Consort observed them and inquired further, ultimately choosing two of them.
The maids were all around fourteen or fifteen years old.
The Qi Princess Consort's chosen maids had round and square faces, respectively.
She renamed the two young girls: "You will be called Nuan Dong and Nuan Xia from now on. Take good care of the young miss, and if there's anything you're unsure about, promptly seek guidance from Aunt Xiang or Aunt Qiu."
The two young girls first thanked the Princess Consort for bestowing them with names and then politely expressed their understanding and agreement.
With the attendants and maids selected, the remaining rough-use servants could be overseen by Aunt Qiu, and there was no need for the Qi Princess Consort to be involved in the finer details.
After this matter was settled, the Qi Princess Consort rose and made her way toward the dining hall.
Feng Xuanrui and the others had bathed and now gathered excitedly for the meal.
As their group wasn't large, the Qi Princess Consort didn't have them prepare a large table, only a half-sized round one.
Even with everyone seated, the space still felt quite spacious.
The Qi Princess Consort was worried about Suisui, and as they walked, she held the young girl's hand.
Once they were at the dining table, the Qi Princess Consort pulled Suisui into her embrace.
Finding it inconvenient to feed Suisui like this, the Qi Princess Consort thought for a moment before putting Suisui down on a chair beside her and turning to Haitang, instructing: "Bring over two soft cushions."
Haitang efficiently carried out the task, while Nuan Dong and Nuan Xia were still in the learning stage, observing how Haitang and the others attended to their master, and then imitating them while adding their own understanding, which was even better.
Suisui felt that she could eat by herself, and if the Princess Consort fed her, the food would get cold by the next meal.
Thus, she gently tugged on the Princess Consort's fragrant sleeve and whispered: "Mother Princess, I can eat by myself."
"The Qi Princess Consort's heart was filled with warmth, and she couldn't bear to let the young girl eat by herself. Moreover, she saw through Suisui's thoughts and gently touched the girl's little face with the back of her hand. 'Your mother has asked the servants to warm some food by the stove. Just relax and eat, Suisui.'
Hearing the Princess Consort's words, Suisui couldn't refuse, and obediently sat there, her small hands resting properly on her knees.
Seeing the child like this, the Qi Princess Consort felt both helpless and heartbroken. 'Suisui, relax. Home should be the place where you can unwind the most. You don't need to be so uptight during meals; otherwise, you'll feel uncomfortable afterward.'
The Qi Princess Consort wasn't typically strict with the rules within the manor.
In her opinion, they needed to maintain the reputation of the Qi Prince's Manor and always be mindful of her own behavior and etiquette as the princess consort.
However, once they returned to the manor, she believed there was no need to be so uptight and tense all the time. What was the point of living if one couldn't relax even at home?
If one was always tense at home, they might as well be a blindfolded donkey, with no difference between them.
Being constantly driven and not allowed any enjoyment in life was no way to live.
The Qi Princess Consort's comforting words gradually relaxed Suisui's tense shoulders, and her small hands naturally drooped.
The Qi Princess Consort rarely fed children herself, as there were many wet nurses and servants to do so. She would only occasionally help out when she was in the mood or wanted to indulge in the novelty of it.
Most of the time, she would just watch from the sidelines.
Now that she had finally recognized and welcomed a child into her home, she was starting from scratch in many ways.
However, the Qi Princess Consort found it enjoyable and was eager to learn.
Is the food cold or warm? Is the portion too big or too small? Is this dish safe for a child to eat? Can children eat delicacies like this? Is this meat too fatty and rich for a child? ...
There were many things to consider.
But the joys were just as numerous!
Seeing Suisui's round little face, chewing with the enthusiasm of a little animal, the Qi Princess Consort's heart softened.
The girl's eyes were wide and round, and when she ate, her face would puff up, making her entire face look much rounder.
However, once she swallowed a mouthful of food, her cheeks would return to their original slimness, and the Princess Consort would feel heartbroken all over again.
What a wonderful child! How could the Jin Yang Marquis be so heartless?
And to think that they didn't even bother to properly investigate and just believed whatever they were told...
It was truly infuriating!
Upon further reflection, the Qi Princess Consort felt that there was no point in holding a grudge against the people of the Marquis' manor.
Why bother? She had lived in the capital for so long; couldn't she see their true colors? Besides, things had turned out well in the end.
Once a child was recognized and brought into the family, there was no turning back.
If they had recognized Xu Yueyao as their daughter, then Suisui was hers!
Undeniably, a subtle sense of clandestine joy arose within her.
The Qi Princess Consort knew that such thoughts and feelings were inappropriate.
But she couldn't help herself!
Especially when she looked into Suisui's watery eyes, filled with innocent adoration, the Princess Consort felt her heart flutter.
Such an adorable child—she wouldn't let anyone take her away, not even the prince!
At this moment, the Qi Princess Consort entertained a rare mischievous thought: "Maybe I should give the master some more money and ask him to advise the prince to stay in the other courtyard for another month?"
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