The Humble Family's Daughter Has A Spatial Pocket!-Chapter 870 - 757, Pretty Good_2

Since Princess Huijia deemed the longevity lock as an Imperial gift to her, let her continue to think that way.

Indeed, after hearing Daohua’s response and seeing Madam Li’s face conveying the same certainty, Princess Huijia’s emotions immediately became unsettled.

It seemed to her that the Yan Family was held even dearer in the Emperor’s heart than she had imagined!

In the past, she always thought that the Emperor favored the Yan Family for Xiao Yeyang’s sake, but now...

At the Dragon Boat Festival banquet, when Countess Shengping offended the Empress Dowager, the Emperor appeared right on time to resolve the situation for her, resulting in her not only avoiding punishment but receiving a bounty of rewards. These facts clearly demonstrated the Emperor’s regard for the Yan Family and for Countess Shengping.

With this in mind, Princess Huijia smiled and introduced Kang Naixin and Wu Xirong to Daohua, "You three ladies should get to know each other well; you might plan to go out together in the future."

Hearing Kang Naixin’s name, Daohua’s eyes widened, "Carnation? Your name is Carnation?"

Kang Naixin, seeing Daohua’s surprised reaction, asked in confusion, "What’s the matter? Is there a problem?"

Wu Xirong also looked curiously at Daohua.

Daohua forced a smile and said, "No problem, I’m just a bit surprised. To my knowledge, carnation is the name of a flower."

Kang Naixin ’oh-ed’ and then laughed, "Well, according to what you said, doesn’t that make me a flower? That’s pretty good!"

Daohua pulled a smile, "Yes, quite nice."

Wu Xirong watched Daohua with amusement, "Countess Shengping..."

Daohua interrupted her, "Call me Yiyi."

Wu Xirong didn’t stand on ceremony and called her by her name following Daohua’s suggestion.

Afterward, the three of them started chatting.

Kang Naixin was Princess Huijia’s youngest daughter, spoiled from childhood, yet she didn’t develop a domineering personality; she was cheerful and candid.

Wu Xirong, coming from a military family, carried an uncommon valiant spirit for a lady; she spoke and acted without any shyness or affectation.

After chatting with the two for a while, Daohua felt pretty good; the conversation was straightforward without any pretense, making it quite relaxing and independent.

Soon, a noise came from downstairs; Daohua looked down and saw that Xiao Yeyang’s coming of age ceremony had begun.

Daohua ceased speaking with Kang Naixin and Wu Xirong and watched attentively as Xiao Yeyang went through the rites with the master of ceremonies below.

Princess Consort Ma saw Xiao Yeyang wearing the headdress sent by the Guo Family, and seeing that Prince Jinghui didn’t stop him, she was extremely vexed.

After all, Prince Jinghui still held some affection for the Guo Family!

...

After the ceremony, everyone stayed for lunch and then started to leave the Prince Residence one after another.

"Prince, there are matters at home, so Jinghui and I will take our leave now."

This visit to the Prince Residence didn’t come with the Prince’s warm hospitality that Prince Jinghui’s Heir had expected, making him very uncomfortable, and he promptly took his eldest son to bid farewell after the meal.

He had thought that Prince Jinghui would ask them to stay, but he didn’t even say a word of empty courtesy.

"If the Heir has things to attend to, then certainly, please hurry back."

After leaving the Prince Residence, Jiang Jinghui looked at his father, "Father, I feel like Prince Jinghui’s attitude toward us is considerably colder than before."

Jiang’s Heir frowned; he naturally felt it too. In the past, Prince Jinghui had always been very friendly when he saw him, never putting on airs as a prince, but today, he intentionally snubbed him several times.

Thinking of the Emperor and Prince Jinghui’s intervention, Jiang’s Heir scoffed, "They’re all ingrates that can’t be tamed!"

Hearing this, Jiang Jinghui’s face changed dramatically, and he quickly admonished his father, "Father, please don’t say such things."

Seeing his eldest son’s fearful face, Jiang’s Heir sighed. Ever since telling his eldest son about the true relationship between the Jiang Family and the Emperor, the son had been somewhat frightened and now acted less boldly than before.

On the other side, at the main gate of the Prince Residence, Luo Qiong was seeing off the ladies from the Duke Residence along with women from several other families. While they were still saying goodbye, Xiao Yeyang personally came to escort the Yan Family ladies over.

Observing the harmonious and affectionate interactions between Xiao Yeyang and Yan Yiyi, Luo Qiong’s eyes dimmed slightly.

Prince Xiao Yechen had never once accompanied her so thoughtfully to see off her family.

Duchess of the Duke Residence patted her daughter’s hand and comforted her in a low voice, "It’s always like this before marriage. Once married, the clinginess fades, and it’s not so novel anymore. Yechen..."

Thinking of this son-in-law, the Duchess of the Duke Residence didn’t know what to say.

A legitimate eldest son of a Prince Residence, instead of performing well and taking on imperial duties as expected, was indulging in social climbing and networking with powerful and noble officials. It was a complete inversion of priorities.

The Yan Family’s carriage was parked next to the Luo Family’s. After Madam Li and Han Xinran entered their carriage, they greeted the ladies present with a smile.

The ladies nodded in response, but the Duchess of the Duke Residence coldly snorted.

The Yan Family was close with the Dong Family, and Dong Yuanyao was an accomplice in the death of her son; how could she possibly show a friendly face to the Yan Family ladies!

Seeing the Duchess of the Duke Residence’s reaction, Madam Li remained calm. Greeting her was merely a matter of etiquette; she hadn’t intended to form a close relationship with the Duke Residence anyway.

Daohua and Xiao Yeyang witnessed this scene, and their expressions were somewhat indifferent.

Xiao Yeyang: "Don’t mind it."

Daohua smiled, "I wouldn’t waste my energy on such insignificant people."

Just then, Huai En hurried over with a cylindrical wooden box.

"Countess, here is the tea that the Prince has for you."

Daohua took it with a smile, "Thank you!" she said, looking toward Xiao Yeyang, "Please thank the Prince for me later. I’ll send him some rose-scented dew tomorrow."

Seeing Daohua’s brilliant smile, Xiao Yeyang sighed and nodded in agreement.

The ladies present were all very surprised.

Wasn’t it said that Prince Jinghui didn’t like the Yan Family’s daughter?

And yet here he was, sending tea and receiving rose-scented dew in return; it seemed like their relationship was actually quite good.

Luo Qiong noticed the explorative glances upon her and was equally puzzled. She also didn’t quite understand her father’s attitude toward the Yan Family girl, especially since he appeared dismissive of her just yesterday.