lcionline Chapter 467 Jinlan gave
Chapter 467 Jinlan gave
Ling Jinlan was afraid that they would quarrel, so she pulled Qin Huaizhao back.
At this time, Du Wanyun heard the noise and rushed over. When she saw the scene in the kitchen, she was shocked.
He quickly took the dish from Qin Huaizhao's hand.
"Master, you finally came back, how can I let you do this kind of work?"
"If the master sees this, he'll blame me for not taking care of the housework properly. With so many servants, it's not your turn to do all this."
The golden hairpin on Du Wanyun's head was so dazzling that it attracted all the attention of Princess Rong.
Princess Rong's face turned grim. "Where did you get the money to buy such an expensive hairpin?"
"Could it be that he embezzled money during his time as the housekeeper?"
Du Wanyun was startled and touched the gold hairpin on her head, "Sister, don't misunderstand me, this is a gift from Jinlan."
"How can I afford it?"
Hearing this, Princess Rong was shocked and turned to look at Ling Jinlan sharply, "Did you give this to me?"
Ling Jinlan looked embarrassed.
Qin Huaizhao took over the conversation: "Yes, but didn't Jinlan also give it to mother? Everyone has gifts, didn't mother receive it?"
The gift prepared for his mother was much more valuable than this gold hairpin, and he saw it all when Jinlan was preparing it.
Princess Rong said coldly: "Got it!"
But she was still unhappy. Why would she give such an expensive gift to a concubine? Wasn't it her son's money that was being spent?
Du Wanyun felt relieved after hearing this, and immediately took out a handkerchief to wipe Ling Jinlan's hand.
"You just got home, what are you doing? Didn't Ah Xian want to take you to the opera? It's rare for you to come back, so naturally you should go out for a walk."
At this time, Jiang Ningwan and Qin Shuangchi had also come to the outside of the kitchen. When she saw Ling Jinlan's changed clothes, she knew what had happened.
Princess Rong had to prepare dinner herself, and she couldn't bear to see Jinlan go out to watch a play, so she left her behind to do the work.
She quickly stepped forward and asked with a smile, "Is Princess Rong too busy? We have nothing to do anyway, so come and lend a hand."
As she spoke, she rolled up her sleeves and began to look for work to do, and did not forget to call Qin Shuangchi at the door to come in and work together.
When Qin Shuangchi walked in and started to roll up her sleeves, Princess Rong turned pale with fright.
Who dares to order the King of Chu to do something?
If the prince knew about this, he would not let her off easily.
His expression changed immediately. "King of Chu, Princess Chu, you are guests. How can I ask you to work?"
Jiang Ningwan smiled and said, "It's okay. Just treat us as a family. It's okay for a family to do some work together."
As she spoke, she looked at Qin Shuangchi and said, "My Lord, go and light the fire."
"Okay." Qin Shuangchi obeyed.
When Qin Shuangchi really squatted in front of the stove and started to light the fire, Princess Rong panicked and hurriedly pushed Qin Huaizhao and Ling Jinlan out.
"Don't keep me here, go to the opera, go quickly."
After that, he came to invite Jiang Ningwan and Qin Shuangchi, "Princess Chu, King Chu, Ah Xian has arranged to go to the opera, don't waste his kindness."
"Put it down quickly, don't get your clothes dirty, and go listen to the opera."
After much persuasion, Jiang Ningwan and Qin Shuangchi were finally persuaded to leave.
In the end, she was the only one left in the kitchen.
Princess Rong breathed a sigh of relief, but she felt very aggrieved.
At this time, Ling Jinlan suddenly walked in and said, "Mom, why don't you go to the opera with us? You don't have to cook this meal."
Princess Rong's expression changed slightly.
After hesitating for a moment, he said coldly, "You guys go by yourselves. I said I'll cook tonight myself. It's no joke!"
She thought that if Ling Jinlan was more sensible and persuaded her a little more, she would go to watch an opera. Who would like to stay in this bustling kitchen?
Ling Jinlan was about to speak.
Suddenly, Qin Huaizhao also came over, took Ling Jinlan's hand, and said to her, "Then don't get tired, mother, we're going out first."
After saying that, he took Ling Jinlan's hand and left.
Princess Rong was startled and opened her mouth to say something, but no words came out.
I could only watch them leave.
He continued to cut vegetables with regret, feeling very angry. The chopping board made a loud noise and the servants in the kitchen didn't dare to breathe.
Everyone waited for Ling Jinlan to change his clothes before going to listen to the opera.
In the courtyard, Aunt Du said with a smile, "Don't worry, just go and listen to the opera. In the past, the servants always cooked at home, and it's too hot in the kitchen. The princess won't be able to stay there for long and will come out."
"Don't take today's farce to heart. Although Jinlan is the daughter-in-law of Princess Rong, she came from afar. There is no reason to ask her to work."
"Besides, she should learn the skills of managing the household and doing the accounting. Prince Rong's Mansion is not so poor that she has to cook for herself."
This was said to reassure Jiang Ningwan and King Chu.
After all, these are Jinlan's family members, one of whom is powerful and influential, and the other holds military power. Only Princess Rong, who is so stupid, would embarrass Ling Jinlan in front of them.
Jiang Ningwan nodded, "I understand."
Soon, Ling Jinlan changed her clothes and came hand in hand with Qin Huaizhao.
The group then set out to listen to the opera.
Although it took some time, the show had already started in the theater, but Qin Xian had booked seats in advance, so the few of them could continue listening after sitting down.
The food and wine were served soon.
Jiang Ningwan quickly poured a glass of wine and tasted it, it was not Qianqiuzui.
She turned her head to look at Qin Shuangchi and shook her head secretly.
Qin Xian noticed Jiang Ningwan's behavior and asked with a smile, "What's wrong? Are you thirsty? This wine is very strong. If you are thirsty, drink tea, otherwise you will get drunk before the show is over."
Jiang Ningwan confidently poured another glass, "I can drink quite well, and this wine isn't too strong."
"It tastes like plain water. Is there anything stronger?"
Qin Xian was very surprised and praised: "As expected of General Jiang! His drinking capacity is admirable!"
Then he waved to the waiter and brought the strongest drink.
Jiang Ningwan poured herself a glass with great anticipation, but after taking a sip, she was still disappointed.
It’s not Qianqiuzui either.
"Never mind, this wine is just average."
"Second Young Master is familiar with Jincheng. Do you know where the best wine in Liyang is? It's a rare trip here, so I must go and try it!"
Qin Xian was very enthusiastic. "Liyang has a lot of wine. The fruits grown in our land are very sweet. Many farmers use them to make wine, so there are many wine bars!"
"If General Jiang likes to drink, then you've come to the right place. I'll take you there tomorrow!"
Jiang Ningwan smiled and said, "Thank you so much!"
Everyone listened to the opera until nightfall, and then returned home for dinner.
Everyone took their seats one after another, but Princess Rong was nowhere to be seen.
Qin Huaizhao asked, "Where's mother?"
Du Wanyun replied: "In the kitchen."
Prince Rong frowned, "What is she doing in the kitchen? It's already dinner time, and she wants everyone to wait for her?"
At this moment, Princess Rong came hurriedly with a soup bowl in her hand. "Here it comes, this is the chicken soup I made specially for you. Have a try."
Princess Rong wiped her hands and slowly sat down.
I asked the nanny to serve everyone a bowl of soup.
Jiang Ningwan took a sip and it smelled fragrant, but a little salty.
"Princess, you must have worked hard to prepare such a large table of dishes."
Princess Rong's face froze slightly, and she smiled embarrassedly.
Prince Rong was surprised and looked at her, "Did you make this huge table?"
Princess Rong was speechless.
Seeing her silence, Prince Rong slowly put down his chopsticks and glanced at the expressions of everyone after they drank the soup. He knew how the soup tasted, but no one dared to say it.
"I remembered that Shiliu likes to eat braised fish. There is a restaurant in Jincheng that makes good braised fish! Why don't we go to the restaurant and eat it?"
Prince Rong said this and called Qin Xian to quickly book a table.
Qin Xian agreed without asking any questions and ran out immediately.
Seeing this, Princess Rong became anxious and shouted, "Stop!"
"Okay, okay, I only made the soup, not the other dishes."
“It’s edible!”