Chapter 275: Where Do You Look Like a Girl

Just as the two of them were savoring the pastries, Yan Shuang'er, who had arrived two steps later, also walked into the room with light steps.

She first bowed gracefully to An Wangfei, calling out tenderly, "Mother~" Then her gaze turned to Yan Si and Shangguan Xingyu, and she said with a charming smile, "Second Brother and Second Sister-in-law are newlyweds, truly a match made in heaven, a perfect pair of jade-like beauties; you look wonderfully suited!"

After speaking, he casually found an empty seat and slowly sat down.

Shangguan Xingyu was seen wearing a faint smile as she said softly, "Shuang'er meimei is truly too generous with praise; in fact, Shuang'er meimei is the one who is truly beautiful as a celestial maiden, lovely as spring flowers! I wonder if a girl as beautiful and moving as meimei has already found someone she admires?"

Upon hearing this, Yan Shuang'er's heart couldn't help but skip a beat; she hadn't expected the topic to turn so abruptly to herself. She subconsciously glanced at the Wangfei sitting beside her who was watching her, then replied with a red face, "I haven't met anyone yet, and I'm not in a rush about this matter."

At this moment, An Wangfei took up the conversation: "Your Second Brother's marriage has finally been settled; next it should be your turn. In a few days, Mother will send people to fetch the portraits of those young masters from noble families in the capital, so you can carefully select one."

Yan Shuang'er had not yet had a chance to respond when Qianqian, who had been leisurely drinking tea on the side, suddenly interjected: "Mother, in my opinion, those so-called young masters from noble families A Ren't many good people! If you ask me, it would be better to pick a few strong, strapping soldiers from our military camp; they can not only protect Third Sister with their martial prowess, but their character is surely more upright and reliable."

As she spoke, Qianqian put down the teacup in her hand, casually picked up an exquisite pastry and put it in her mouth, and at the same time crossed her legs.

An Wangfei turned her head to look at this daughter who was already born with a flower-like face; at this moment she held a teacup in one hand, grabbed a pastry in the other, and her sitting posture appeared rather casual and unruly; she couldn't help but admonish, "Qianqian, look at yourself — where do you look like a young lady? Look at Yu'er, her sitting posture is the very picture of propriety and correctness!"

As she spoke, her gaze turned to Yu'er, who was sitting properly and decorously on the side; An Wangfei's heart stirred and she said, "Yu'er has also married into the family; in your leisure time you might as well personally teach Qianqian matters of etiquette."

However, as soon as Qianqian heard this, she immediately straightened up and retorted, "Oh Mother, I know all those etiquette rules! It's just that at home, one naturally does whatever is comfortable."

As she spoke, she playfully winked at An Wangfei. Just then, Qianqian seemed to suddenly remember something, hurriedly changed the subject, and said excitedly, "Right, Mother, Father said a few days ago that the royal hunt will start before long! He even specially permitted me to go together with Si Ge. When we get there, Si Ge and I must strive to win first place!"

Upon hearing this, An Wangfei first froze slightly, then smiled and replied, "This child, you get this excited whenever hunting is mentioned. But since you brought up Wang'er, I remember — Chunxi, quickly go summon Wang'er and Jie'er; today the family is rarely all together, so we can all chat together."

Chunxi, standing on the side, heard this and immediately responded respectfully, then walked quickly out the door to summon the two young masters.

Before long, Chunxi led Wang'er and Jie'er back into the room. Seeing everyone had arrived, An Wangfei's smile deepened as she continued, "Regarding this royal hunt, it's not a bad idea for you brothers and sisters to go together. At that time Mother will also go along to join the excitement, and help you pick and choose. As for Shuang'er, although she cannot participate on the field, watching from the stands is fine too. You can pay more attention to others' performances and observe carefully."

Yan Shuang'er truly had not the slightest interest in the activity of hunting; her delicate brows furrowed slightly, and she parted her vermilion lips to say, "Mother, you know my temperament; I truly have zero interest in hunting, I really don't want to go join the excitement."

An Wangfei on the side smiled and persuaded, "Good daughter, even if you don't like hunting, just accompany Mother there to sit a while; we can watch Qianqian and Wang'er and them gallop freely on the hunting grounds."

Yan Shuang'er raised her eyes and saw her own mother's insistent expression; she knew in her heart that no matter what else she said, she probably couldn't change her mind; helpless, she could only grit her teeth and agree.

At this moment, An Wangfei seemed to suddenly recall something important, turned her head to look at Shangguan Xingyu beside her, and asked gently, "Yu'er, I wonder if you have any interest in hunting? If you are interested, you might as well go with us."

Shangguan Xingyu shook her head slightly and replied softly, "Thank you for Mother's kind intention, but this daughter-in-law truly knows nothing about it; I'd better not go and trouble everyone."

An Wangfei nodded lightly in understanding and said gently, "Then let it be. However, tomorrow is a good day; Shuang'er, Qianqian, and the three of you including Yu'er might as well go out together to stroll the main street and pick out a few pretty outfits on the way.

Especially you, Yu'er, as a new bride you must add several brand-new sets of clothing. Of course, Shuang'er, you pick a few you like too, so that at the time of the hunt you can dress yourself up beautifully." Yan Shuang'er and Shangguan Xingyu answered in unison, "Yes!"

An Wangfei continued with a smile, "You all just charge it to An Wang Fu's account, no need to worry about the cost. Just pick what you truly like, especially you, Yu'er, absolutely do not scrimp; our An Wang can earn money, and Si'er can earn money too!" Shangguan Xingyu nodded obediently, indicating she understood An Wangfei's meaning.

At this moment, An Wangfei turned her gaze to Yan Wang standing on the side, and said to him earnestly, "Wang'er, you stay in the military camp all day and haven't gotten yourself a few new outfits. Tomorrow I'll have to trouble Yu'er to help you pick out a few suitable sets."

Yan Wang hurriedly waved his hands to decline: "Mother, there's really no need; my clothes are enough to wear." However, An Wangfei shook her head, pointing at Yan Wang's wardrobe and chiding, "Look at your wardrobe, it's practically a decoration; inside there are only a sparse few pieces of clothing."