Chapter 323: Take You to See a Rare Sight

A single remark made Jia Mei's face turn bright red with shame; she stepped forward to pay New Year respects to her future father-in-law and mother-in-law.

Qiao Mai and Yuan Jiaqi gave her a big red envelope; inside it was a handful of silver notes, and Jia Mei didn't even check the exact amount, handing it straight to her personal Momo for safekeeping.

After a few words among them, Qiao Mai let Chuan'er take Jia Mei to play, and the lively Ling'er also let her join.

Meanwhile, Qiao Mai and Yuan Jiaqi went to the Chufang; she wanted to personally prepare a few of her signature Meals.

Last time they came, they only took a cursory glance, like a quick tour.

This time, Ling'er took her hand.

"Big sister-in-law, I'll take you to the Playground for a spin."

"Isn't that only for kids?"

"Adults can play too; my house has no kids. When big sister-in-law comes in, we should have a few more little babies, okay? Then I, as the aunt, will take them out to play every day."

"Of course, shall my brother and I teach you to ski?"

As soon as the words fell, Qiao Mai and Yuan Jiaqi returned, "Chuan'er, have you taken Jia Mei to play?"

After the Meal, Ling'er led her to her Yuanzi to rest, and Jin Mama also liked Princess Jiamei very much.

"Can't Father Emperor and Mother Empress also be mentioned?"

"Is this really snow?"

It is said the Qiao Family has a rule that a man can have only one wife in his lifetime; if that's true, then she need not worry that Yuan Haichuan will take a concubine later.

"Ling'er, it seems Nanfang has no heated kang beds; don't you sleep on a bed at home?"

"Come, I'll take you to see a rare sight. Hehe, ordinary people can't go there; only my family can. Big sister-in-law, you'll be one of my family from now on. I asked mother, and she agreed to let me take you there."

If they take a concubine, the mother-in-law will not tolerate them.

"Every corner of your family is spotless; I feel very at ease."

This table this time looks even better than last time; just the scent makes me want to eat.

"Yes, Aunt."

Heaven above, is this the snow scenery described in the book?

"I'll watch you ski from outside; in a moment we can go inside together to see?"

"Aunt really has skill."

A woman as capable as mother-in-law doesn't need many; one for a lifetime is enough.

"These also came from overseas?"

"Come on, you definitely haven't seen this before."

Jia Mei was extremely envious; she crouched, scooped a handful of snow, and examined it closely before her eyes.

Jia Mei shyly pounded her with her hand, "You little servant girl!"

"I don't mind."

It was truly beautiful; beside the courtyard gate stood an Exquisite, pretty wooden house, with a transparent glazed window on one side of the door, visible from outside.

"Father and mother?"

"Hmm, when I'm free I'll go."

"From now on you should come to my house often; I'll give you all sorts of fruits," Chuan'er said softly to Jia Mei.

Jia Mei kept stealing glances; she envied her future in-laws, they were truly affectionate, no wonder the father-in-law had never taken a concubine.

"No insects attracted?"

"Then drink hot fruit juice!"

Last time she followed Father Emperor to the Qiao Family, the taste of the Meals lingered in her memory; although she's not a glutton, the Qiao family's cuisine is truly irresistible.

She glanced at Chuan'er secretly; their eyes met, and her face turned bright red as well.

"Ah, this orange is exactly the same as the one Aunt conjured last night; both are so good."

Watching the fiancé and little sister-in-law deftly step onto the skis, each holding two poles, they slowly ascended the big slope, then sped down at great velocity, pulling off several tricks along the way.

"Understood, Aunt; if you forbid me to speak, I won't say a word to anyone."

"Is this glazed? My mother said it's glass; you can put fruit juice inside, seal it, and it can be preserved for a year."

"No, no, I prefer stillness to movement; you ski, and I'll watch?"

"Mother grew up in Beifang, got used to heated kang beds; we all like them too, they're warm and bright."

"No, no, my mother used many methods to keep the house dry, and applied many herbs so there are no insects; so you needn't worry about that. If you don't want to return to the palace, just send them back and inform Consort Rui."

Chuan'er and Ling'er skied a few laps, then took off their skis and returned close to Jia Mei.

"Can't."

Over here, Yuan Jiaqi had already started peeling shrimp for the lady, "Lady, you eat too,"

"I'll come back when Mu Xiu rests."

"Jia Mei, what flavor do you like to drink?"

"Come, the house is warm for a while."

"Does your family store fruit juice in glazed bottles?"

"A bit,"

Returning to the front hall, the adjoining Can Ting had already begun setting tables.

He had a small basket slung over his arm, filled with various fruits; seeing that they were tired from playing, he handed one to them.

"Ling'er, what is that round plate?"

"No, my stomach is weak; I can't drink cold things."

Ling'er tugged her as they jogged, Chuan'er followed closely behind; when the small courtyard gate opened, Princess Jiamei was stunned.

A few people sat down; Jia Mei looked at the abundant feast on the table and couldn't help swallowing her saliva.

Sure, I'll open your eyes a bit, bro. Come on, let's give big sister‑in‑law a few runs to try.

Of course.

Sure enough, what would you like to drink? We have fruit juice here.

Hmm, Jia Mei, you're not an outsider; you'll know this sooner or later, and we're not keeping it from you, but please keep it confidential.

Chuan'er, Ling'er, you're close to Jia Mei, take better care of her. Jia Mei, don't be polite, make sure you eat well and get full.

The heater, my mother brought it from overseas.

Alright!

How about you go inside?

Here, this is mango juice for you, little sister, here's grape juice for you, I'll have peach juice.

Where?

After playing, we went to the Ski Field to take a look.

Alright, we have guests.

The two sat on the warm kang, eating fruit at the kang table.

In front of the window there was a table, surrounded by various flourishing plants, surely warm.

Entering the room, Jia Mei exclaimed, "Ah, it's so warm inside!"

She had known back when she was in the palace that Jia Mei was raised excellently by Rui Fei, and indeed it was so.

What a good child, you must be hungry. Here, eat.

Seems so, we haven't asked, anyway the rare items my mother brought are mostly from overseas.

For a husband, nothing is more important than his wife eating.

In the Playground, Ling'er pulled Jia Mei, sliding down the slide, then riding the carousel, then playing on the seesaw.

Big sister‑in‑law, when we first came here we had the same expression as you, haha.

My mother is particular; everywhere must be tidy and solid, no dirty or messy spots. When you marry in, you'll gradually understand our mother.

Big sister‑in‑law, rest assured, this place is cleaned daily, very clean, won't dirty your clothes.

It really seems like snow, icy cold. She, who grew up in Jingcheng, had never been to Beifang, and now finally her wish is fulfilled.

Chuan'er had already brought the skis, handed them to his sister, then looked at Jia Mei, "Cold?"

The three sat at the table by the window, admiring the snowy scenery outside. Jia Mei held a glass bottle; the bottle was so warm. She took another sip of fruit juice; it tasted great, warming her stomach, making her whole body feel comfortable.

"The master and madam are in the kitchen," the servant replied.

Watching his sister and fiancée chat, Chuan'er didn't interrupt, just smiled quietly on the side.

Chuan'er went over, took three bottles of juice, opened the caps, placed them on a round tray, and soon brought them over.

"When you're free, come over. My brother's not here, I'm still here; you can go to the Xiu Pin Puzi to find me and play."

Seeing the time was about right, Chuan'er led the two away, then locked the courtyard gate.

Qiao Mai picked up chopsticks, and everyone else did the same.

"No, staying overnight at your place would make my mother unhappy; I have to go back."

"Then have dinner first before leaving?"

"No, when night falls the Imperial Palace will lock up."

"Alright then, you sit here and wait."

(End of chapter)