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Chapter 403: New Clothes, So Pretty
Chapter 403: New Clothes, So Pretty
Adding another fief to Suixui's holdings, both Duke Ling and Prince Xing were extremely satisfied.
Regarding the handling of the Chen family, they ultimately heeded Duke Ling's suggestion.
Let that family of greedy scoundrels go to the North and suffer from hunger and cold!
However, before they left, Duke Ling prepared a grand gift for them.
A few more days passed, and after the weather cleared up, Suixui accompanied her mother empress on a boat ride.
As July drew to a close, the weather gradually cooled down.
At noon, it was still sweltering.
But in the mornings and evenings, a gentle breeze blew, providing a pleasant feeling.
The Duchess of Qi prepared early in the morning and set off with the children, and she also arranged for a boat.
Considering the number of children, she specifically prepared a large boat and, fearing there might not be enough servants, she arranged for two smaller boats as well, with maids following along and carrying all the necessary provisions.
This was Suixui's first boat ride, and the little girl was so excited that she didn't want to sleep the night before, constantly asking, "Can we leave as soon as I wake up?"
"Is it time to wake up now? I don't want to sleep anymore."
"I'm awake now."
...
The little girl's words sounded both strange and adorable.
Perhaps it was due to her anticipation, but as soon as the sun rose the next day, Suixui woke up early.
Before she even opened her eyes, she mumbled to Auntie Xiang, "Auntie, Auntie, are we going on a boat ride today?"
Auntie Xiang was amused by the little girl's question, and she gently nodded, soothing her, "Yes, we are. Do you want to go to the bathroom first?"
The little girl had just woken up and still needed to use the bathroom.
Obediently, Suixui let Auntie Xiang carry her to the bathroom. After a short while, she returned, no longer feeling sleepy. She put on her shoes and stood in front of the wardrobe, selecting an outfit for her outing.
By now, Suixui had accumulated many outfits, including fabrics rewarded by the palace and some vibrant materials sent by Prince Xing earlier.
Not only did she have summer clothes, but she also had an abundance of autumn attire ready for the upcoming season.
Her winter wardrobe was also in the making.
Suixui liked all her clothes, but her favorite was the newly made set—a lilac-colored collared robe with a matching double-layered sheer outer garment.
On the skirt, there was an adorable embroidery of a group of little deer chasing each other, some white, some golden, and some in a light blue, creating a mythical atmosphere.
As soon as the skirt was finished, Suixui couldn't take her eyes off it.
Children don't have the notion of saving new or pretty clothes for special occasions.
So, as soon as it was ready, she wore it, filled with delight.
This outfit was her latest favorite.
After it had been freshly washed and scented the day before, it was placed back in the wardrobe. Now that Suixui saw it, she immediately pointed at it, saying, "Auntie, Auntie, I want to wear this today! There are so many little deer, and they're all going to be with me!"
The little girl excitedly counted with her fingers, imagining the various things she might encounter, like little fish, shrimp, and maybe even crabs.
Seeing Suixui's expectant expression, Auntie Xiang's mood also became light and joyful.
The Duchess had already informed her the previous day that even if Suixui returned to Prince Xing's Manor, she would still accompany her.
There was no suitable candidate at Prince Xing's Manor, and Suixui was accustomed to Auntie Xiang's company, so she would definitely accompany her.
The reason the Duchess of Qi mentioned it in advance was to ensure that Auntie Xiang didn't have other plans or was unwilling to go to Prince Xing's Manor.
Upon hearing this, Auntie Xiang happily expressed her willingness to always accompany the young duchess, no matter where she went.
She genuinely adored this child.
The two of them had a heart-to-heart talk, and both were satisfied.
Princess Qi Wangfei was concerned that Xiang Gugu might not be willing to accompany Suixui to Prince Xing's Manor, and if she had to find someone else to accompany Suixui, it would be difficult for the child to adapt to a new person after getting used to Xiang Gugu.
Moreover, Suixui would have to go to Prince Xing's Manor later.
In an unfamiliar place, with only her familiar Daddy and no one else, it would be very uncomfortable.
If Xiang Gugu and the others were also unwilling to accompany her, Princess Qi Wangfei was truly worried about Suixui.
Now that she heard that Xiang Gugu was willing, Princess Qi Wangfei felt much more at ease.
Suixui's hair had grown a little longer.
Previously, due to malnutrition, her hair was dry and yellow.
After trimming it and letting Doctor Liu apply some medicine, her nutrition improved, and the newly grown hair was now black, shiny, and smooth.
However, the length was still not quite sufficient; she could barely tie two small hair buns, but there was a lot of loose hair, making it difficult to secure.
Xiang Gugu tried her best, but even after tying it up, it didn't look particularly good, so she didn't force it and instead let Suixui choose to wear a hat.
After all, it was hot outside, and wearing a hat would be a burden for them.
Suixui still loved her little hats.
Each one was beautiful, and she liked them all.
Watching Suixui choose a hat as if she were selecting a consort, Xiang Gugu revealed a loving smile.
Since they were going out today, the children all woke up early.
After having breakfast, Princess Qi Wangfei took the children out.
Duke Ling had matters to attend to today and would join the children later.
Prince Xing was with Duke Ling, so he couldn't set out with the children early in the morning.
However, Suixui knew that Father King and Daddy would both come, just a little later.
It didn't matter; she would wait for them! With many children, it was easy for them to get noisy on the road.
Princess Qi Wangfei was afraid that Suixui would feel lonely, so she also invited Ren Shuhan.
The two little girls chatted away, and Feng Xuanbin, after being teased by his fifth brother for half the day, couldn't take it anymore and squeezed over to his sister's side.
He smiled innocently, and Ren Shuhan didn't mind him joining her.
Suixui, on the other hand, was staring at her seventh brother's calves in a daze.
Noticing her sister staring at him, Feng Xuanbin felt a bit nervous. "Sister, what's wrong with me?"
Suixui looked at her seventh brother's calves for a long time before asking uncertainly, "Seventh Brother, did you gain weight?"
She had a feeling that the meat on his legs seemed more than she remembered.
Regarding this question, Feng Xuanbin looked down at his legs and belly, then said uncertainly, "Maybe?"
Feng Xuanrui came over and heard this. He laughed and clapped his hands. "You definitely gained weight! Didn't you notice that your waist is getting harder to tie?"
Feng Xuanbo also laughed from the side. "Yes, the pants didn't rip, but if the material was any worse, you'd be showing your butt!"
Upon hearing this, Feng Xuanbin reacted as if his tail had been stepped on, instantly bristling. "Impossible! How could I rip my pants?"
As he spoke, he stood up in defiance.
Then...
A faint ripping sound was heard.
Everyone's gaze instantly shifted to Feng Xuanbin's right shoulder.
When Feng Xuanbin heard the sound, his body stiffened. Realizing something was wrong, he turned his head to look at his shoulder, his face filled with dismay.
At that moment, Feng Xuanbin felt like the sky was falling.
Waaah!
He had indeed gained weight!
He had ripped the fabric at his right shoulder!
He had lost face!
(End of Chapter)
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