The sixth day of the twelfth lunar month was the day of the twins' one-month-old celebration.
Since yesterday, there was no more heavy snow and the sun was shining brightly. After two days, the snow on the village road and the official road had melted.
Eighteen carriages were arranged to stay at the inn, and they were lined up at the entrance of Flowery Town. After picking up all the villagers of Flowery Town, the huge procession rumbled towards the most delicious restaurant in Fanluo City — Wu Qin Zhai. As for the eight-horse luxurious carriage, it was now filled with Duke Jing's family of five adults and two children, as well as Long Xiyue and two capable maidservants, Chun Lan and Dong Mei, who could take care of the twins.
The luxurious and comfortable carriage was still spacious even after accommodating so many people.
"Aiya, Sister Hua's family is also here?
Isn't there going to be another one-month-old celebration? "Aunt Tian was about to follow Aunt Lao into the carriage when she caught sight of the shameless Hua Family of seven from the corner of her eye.
"How can you say that!
Thanks to Duke Jing and Princess Consort, we are also going to Wu Qin Zhai to broaden our horizons. "Mrs. Hua was all smiles.
What a joke, the Lin Family had dragged all the villagers to Wu Qin Zhai to celebrate the one-month-old celebration. Even if her Hua Family wanted to hold three consecutive one-month-old celebrations, no one would come.
Moreover, the village chief had announced that Flowery Town was now the property of the Prince Jing Palace.
Duke Jing and Princess Consort Jing sympathized with the villagers and insisted on dragging them to Wu Qin Zhai, which was said to be the largest and most expensive restaurant in Fanluo City, to enjoy the one-month-old celebration.
They naturally had to give them enough face.
"That's true. After today, you are no longer people of Flowery Town. Take it as a farewell." Aunt Tian disdainfully glanced at Mrs. Hua before boarding the carriage.
She pulled down the curtain of the carriage in front of Mrs. Hua.
"Pei!
What kind of conduct is this!
It's not like we're eating the Tian Family's food! "
Hua Family's woman also spat at the carriage curtain. Then, she swayed her large and plump buttocks and turned to board the carriage that had settled the Hua Family and another family.
"Sigh, why are you still arguing with her? Didn't the village chief say that this time, the Prince Jing Palace is taking advantage of the full moon celebration to treat everyone? No matter if they stay or leave, as long as they want to go, everyone can go." Aunt Tian laughed as she patted the angry Aunt Tian.
In Flowery Town, the Tian Family had the greatest enmity with the Hua Family and the deepest grudge.
"I just can't stand that face of hers.
Previously, he deliberately forced Shui Yatou and the others to hold a one-month-old celebration. He even said that he would hold a three-day banquet. Bah, it would be over in one day. "Aunt Tian's face was full of disdain.
She couldn't get used to the Hua family's women's two-faced behavior.
However, it was said that the entire family would be relocated tomorrow.
It was best to get lost as soon as possible so that he wouldn't be an eyesore.
"That's enough. Today is a good day. Don't make Shui lass feel bad.
Just treat it as if the more people who come, the more fortune the children will have! "
Aunt Lao patiently advised. She pulled Aunt Tian to sit next to her, grabbed the melon seeds and walnuts on the small table, and stuffed them into Aunt Tian's hands.
She also grabbed a handful and ate the melon seeds while chatting about daily life.
Speaking of which, this Palace really was different. The carriage looked ordinary on the outside, but the interior was even more comfortable than the heated kang at home.
There were three long soft benches on three sides of the carriage. In the middle of the carriage was a small table with drawers. On the table were four plates of commonly seen pastries, melon seeds, walnuts, rice cakes, dates, a pot of fragrant tea, a set of twelve cups, and in the drawers were chess and playing cards.
Tsk tsk. The two women who were still indignant just now clicked their tongues.
"Right, where's your family's Dabao?
He's not coming back today? "Aunt Lao asked doubtfully.
This carriage only pulled their two families. The Lao Family had a big gathering this time. Other than their daughter, Xi Cui, who was married and didn't come back, the two pairs of sons and daughters-in-law all came.
The youngest daughter-in-law was still a newlywed, so she was shy and didn't speak much.
As for the eldest daughter-in-law, as long as Aunt Lao was present, she would always remain silent.
The men didn't need to be mentioned.
They were still playing chess and almost didn't say anything.
Therefore, Aunt Lao naturally thought of the Tian Family's Cola son, Tian Dabao.
A few months ago, he had to go out to work. With Lin Siyao's support, he opened a wood shop in the neighboring city. It was said that the business was very good.
As soon as Dabao was mentioned, Aunt Tian's face was full of smiles.
"He's coming, why wouldn't he come?
In any case, he's still a fellow disciple. "Aunt Tian laughed heartily," Girl Shui said that Dabao is already much better. "She was referring to Dabao's mind.
For a long time, this had been a major concern of the Tian Family.
As Dabao grew older, they became more anxious.
Ever since Lin Siyao took him in as a disciple, Dabao's mind seemed to slowly improve.
Most of the time, he was no different from his peers.
Now, although she hadn't seen it with her own eyes, she heard from Girl Shui that it was already very amazing to be able to take care of a wood shop.
At least, it had long exceeded her and Dafu's expectations.
Their daughter had married a good husband, and their son had recovered his mind and was diligent and down-to-earth. As parents, what else were they not satisfied with?!
… …
Tian Dabao had arrived at Wuqinzhai long before the huge carriage formation.
He reported his name, and after the waiter drew a tick before his name on the guest list, he was taken to the window on the second floor that was most suitable for viewing the scenery. He raised his eyes and looked at the main street that extended to Flower Town.
The corner of his mouth raised a hearty smile.
After the New Year, he would be fourteen years old. He was in the prime of youth between a teenager and an adult man.
Fortunately, he was able to successfully recover his mind before he officially stepped into the ranks of adults.
Of course, these were all learned intermittently in the past two months when he met Situ Yun many times.
His family, in order to protect him, never told him that a few months ago, he was still a mentally damaged patient.
It was nice to say that his mind was damaged. To put it bluntly, he was a madman, a fool … just like Uncle Wen's Chun Bo.
He sighed softly.
In the past, he had also viciously bullied that silly Chun Bo, right?
His mind had recovered, but it didn't mean that his memory had been erased.
It was undeniable that his parents and elder sister had always protected him very well.
His master and master's wife also treated him like a normal person.
Therefore, he hadn't suffered any harm in Flower Town.
He was a hundred times luckier than Chun Bo, who was born a fool.
"You're here so early?" Situ Yun's smiling voice sounded behind him.
"Aren't you the same?" Tian Dabao rolled his eyes back.
He was a year older than Situ Yun, but he was treated as a younger brother by Situ Yun everywhere.
It was fine when his mind hadn't recovered in the past, but now, he bowed down to a youth who was clearly younger than him. It was really awkward.
"Sigh, the current you really isn't cute."
Situ Yun shook his head and leaned against the window like him. He looked at the approaching carriages in the distance and deliberately sighed.
"Don't give me that!
I'm already giving you face by not getting even with you. "Tian Dabao replied disapprovingly." Let's go. The first thing we need to do is to hug our precious juniors. "Tian Dabao turned and walked downstairs.
Ever since he established the "Guang Jin Cai" wood shop, he also had to manage the "Guang Ci Tower" secret sentry missions. He was so busy that he didn't have a moment to rest.
His master's wife gave birth to his juniors, but he didn't have time to visit them in Flower Town.
Not to mention going home to see his parents every month.
Therefore, he had to find time to come to today's full moon banquet no matter what.
… …
"Today is This King's precious grandson and granddaughter's full moon banquet. Come, This King proposes a toast to everyone."
After everyone who came to give their blessings and congratulations were seated at the twenty-two open tables upstairs and downstairs, Liang Xuanjing took the lead and raised his cup.
"Come, everyone, eat to your heart's content. Today, we won't stop until we're drunk." Feng Caiyun also stood up boldly and urged the villagers of Flower Town and Su Lin's two good friends to drink.
"Mother –" Su Shuiche didn't know whether to laugh or cry. The only mistress of the Prince Jing Palace was unexpectedly like a heroine of Jianghu. It was too exaggerated.
"Today is a special day.
You should be happy. "Feng Caiyun patted her daughter's hand as if to comfort her.
This daughter ah, she didn't know whose temperament she took after. She was even more dignified than her, who had been a princess for more than ten years.
"That's right, younger sister. Today, there are no princes or princesses. There is only Lin Xiao, Lin Long's maternal uncle." Liang Enzai also said to Su Shuiche with a smile.
Fanluo City was thousands of li away from the imperial capital. Even if they drank until the sky turned upside down and fell to the ground drunk, the news wouldn't reach the ears of the Emperor.
Even if the Emperor did find out, the most revered Emperor of the Dahui Kingdom, who was even more addicted to alcohol than her father, would only complain that her father didn't bring him along.
Hearing Liang Enzai's words, Su Shuiche also put down her worries. After exchanging a smile with Lin Siyao, she also drank with the villagers who came to congratulate them.
The full moon banquet of one hundred people was filled with joy and happiness.
It wasn't until the end of the afternoon when everyone ate and drank to their heart's content that the banquet finally ended.
For this full moon banquet, they didn't accept a single copper coin from the congratulatory gifts. According to their seats, each person was given a small embroidered pouch containing ninety-nine copper coins.
The villagers blushed for quite a while.
"Everyone, the carriage is at the Xinglai Inn. If you're interested, you can stroll around the city and buy some New Year goods. Afterwards, you can go to the Xinglai Inn and take the carriage. Of course, you can only return to Blossom Town when both families are in the same carriage."
After the banquet, Mama Liang properly explained the arrangements for returning to town. Only then did everyone happily walk to the town square.
After eating a big meal, they could digest the food and take the opportunity to buy some New Year goods. Later on, they could even take the carriage.
They were naturally happy to enjoy such a good bargain.
"Dabao, son, let mother see if you've lost weight." After leaving Wuqin Zhai, Aunt Tian finally had the opportunity to chat with her son.
"I'm very good.
Mother.
But you and father have lost a lot of weight.
This silver is my income for the past few months. Use it to buy some New Year goods. I'll go back after the New Year. "
As Tian Dabao spoke, he took out a heavy embroidered pouch from the hidden pocket at his waist and stuffed it into Aunt Tian's hands.
"Da … Dabao …" Aunt Tian stared blankly at Tian Dabao, who was obviously different from the past. After a long while, she and Tian Dafu looked at each other in dismay and then nodded repeatedly in joy. "It's good that you're well.
Father, your son is well … well! "
"En, it's good that you're well.
Do whatever you want to do. Your mother and I will support you. "
Tian Dafu, who had always been taciturn, also had red eyes at this time. He patted Tian Dabao, who was half a head taller than him, and said.
"What are you saying? If our son does bad things, we can't support him!"
After Aunt Tian heard this, she wiped her eyes and fiercely glared at Tian Dafu. Then, she took Tian Dabao's hand. "Son, work hard and strive to be like your master." Marry a virtuous wife who was as beautiful as a fairy so that she could hold a grandson as soon as possible.
Grandson, she thought that she would never be able to look forward to such a good thing in her life.
Unexpectedly, the heavens had eyes. After she had worried and suffered for five years, she finally returned a healthy and mature good son to her.
"Puchi —" Situ Yun's unrestrained laughter interrupted Aunt Tian's reverie.
The same as Martial Uncle Si Ling?
Was that letting Dabao be a gold medal killing god that shocked the Jianghu?
It was really funny!
And Su Shuiche, who knew Lin Siyao's identity, also looked at her husband who was slightly stiff beside her and then reached out to hold his hand tightly. "Aunt Tian should be referring to Xiao 'er and Long' er." She comforted him in a low voice.
"I know." Lin Siyao replied with a strange expression.
He thought that with Dabao's current skills, even if he wanted to be one of the top assassins in the Jianghu, it was still too early.
Lin Siyao secretly snorted.
Don't think that being an assassin is easy.
Didn't he just climb out of a pile of corpses?!
"Dabao, you are so considerate.
Thank you for your gift. I think Xiao 'er and Long' er will like it very much. "Su Shuiche smiled and thanked Tian Dabao.
"It's nothing." Tian Dabao shyly turned his head.
It was just a pair of Qilin jade carvings that he had accidentally found in a shop in Huan Sha City. He had carved a pair of lifelike Qilins himself.
He had a pair of skillful hands that he inherited from Tian Dafu.
Although Su Shuiche and Tian Dabao had tactfully declined other people's gifts, they only accepted their disciple's kindness.
"Okay, Dabao, are you leaving?
I'll go back with you. "Situ Yun reached out and put his hand on Tian Dabao's left shoulder, leading him to the neighboring city.
"Uncle Tian, Aunt Tian, don't worry. I will take good care of Dabao."
"It's none of your business!" Tian Dabao frowned in displeasure.
"How is it none of my business?
In any case, you are my Junior Brother.
Don't deny it. You entered Martial Uncle's door much later than I entered Master's door. "
"You can even talk about this!" Tian Dabao rolled his eyes and simply ignored him. With a leap, he jumped out of the street.
Situ Yun was not to be outdone. He followed closely behind. The two chased each other as they rushed to the neighboring Huan Sha City.
"Ah Yao, Shuiche, Dabao, this child, it's all thanks to you!" Aunt Tian and Tian Dafu watched their son's figure gradually disappear in front of them. Only then did they turn around to thank them.
If Lin Siyao had not accepted him as a disciple and taught him those profound martial arts, not to mention Dabao's current achievements, it was unknown when the blood clot on the back of his head would have dissipated and he would have recovered his mind.
"It's his own hard work that earned it.
Aunt Tian, Uncle Tian can also be at ease. "Su Shuiche shook his head with a smile, indicating that Aunt Tian did not need to think too much.
Sometimes, when she thought about it, this was fate that was fated.
After experiencing the bizarre Soul Possession incident, she saw through these things more clearly than before.
"Let's go. Even though you are out of confinement, don't stand in the cold wind."
Lin Siyao nodded at Tian Dafu and his wife as a greeting. Then, he took Su Shuiche into Wu Qinzhai. The twins were still in the private room. Even though his parents-in-law were watching, he was still worried that his brother-in-law and Jiang Yingyun would tease them too much.
(To be continued.
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