Chapter 248

While the couple were discussing Sui Sui's enlightenment, Sui Sui, the one being discussed, was already sleeping on the bed in a big character shape; perhaps the blanket was a bit thick, and she managed to kick it off, revealing her cute little belly.

Aunt Xiang, feeling uneasy, heard the sounds, slipped in quietly, discovered the child had indeed kicked off the blanket again, and she reached up to pat her.

Today is a bit hot, and at night there is not a breath of wind; the air even carries a hint of stuffiness, and Aunt Xiang keeps feeling that it will rain.

So, Sui Sui kicking off the blanket is also normal.

Aunt Xiang, moving silently in the dim light of the outer candle, went to the cabinet and selected a thinner blanket, brought it back and covered Sui Sui again.

Nuan Dong, on night duty, also came over at this time, feeling a bit embarrassed watching Aunt Xiang's movements.

She slept at the foot of the bed and did not notice these movements.

Although Aunt Xiang did not scold her, she lowered her voice and said a few words, urging her to be more attentive.

Nuan Dong and Nuan Xia are still young, their experience may not be enough, and Aunt Xiang feels she must worry more.

After all, they are serving the little princess; speaking too much is not good, lest the maid develop a second thought and later be disloyal to the little princess.

However, if Nuan Dong and Nuan Xia truly cannot manage, Aunt Xiang thinks she must later inform the Princess Consort.

The little princess is young, precisely the time when she needs careful attendance; if the maid here cannot manage, they will definitely need to replace her.

In the latter part of the night, Sui Sui did not kick off the blanket, but Aunt Xiang still, uneasy, came over to take a look.

Nuan Dong woke up several times during the night; Aunt Xiang is a light sleeper, so she heard everything.

This time Aunt Xiang came over, Nuan Dong also got up to look, the two met, only nodded, said nothing, to avoid disturbing the child's sleep.

Sui Sui did not notice this at all.

She slept peacefully until dawn.

When she got up, it was still dark, and her mind was foggy, which made Sui Sui a bit puzzled: "Aunt, hasn't it gotten light yet?"

She had even woken up from holding in urine; how could it still not be light?

Whenever there was any movement on her side, Aunt Xiang was already there.

When the child asked, Aunt Xiang smiled and said, "It's raining, the sun hasn't come out, it looks a bit dark, but it's actually already bright."

While speaking, she carried Sui Sui to the washroom, and Nuan Dong efficiently opened an umbrella on the side.

Since it's raining, the trip to Lanruo Si to fulfill the vow has to be postponed.

It wouldn't be good to go out in the rain, right?

Seeing the light rain outside, Prince Qi felt rather regretful.

After all, they spent yesterday afternoon gluing paper kites!

Even though they aren't pretty, they were glued by his beloved obediently; not taking them out to the sky would always feel a bit regretful!

Thinking of this, Prince Qi shook his head: "Rain is not good!"

Princess Consort of Qi naturally knew his regret, and smiled helplessly: "It's fine, we'll go when the sky clears; it's the same, only the waiting time might be shorter. Seeing that the month end is near, we still have to tidy up and prepare, since early next month is Brother Chen's birthday."

The gifts have already been assigned to the steward to purchase and prepare; this final part they, as a couple, can just review, without needing special worry.

Prince Qi calculated the dates, then shook his head: "Forget it, the road is muddy and hard to travel, the bumps would damage my dear one; let's go next month. Yesterday at court, I forgot to ask the Imperial Brother to have the Astronomical Bureau calculate an auspicious day. Never mind, if the rain stops tomorrow, I'll go into the palace alone."

Although regret kept him from going out, Prince Qi was still happy to play with Sui Sui.

After Sui Sui finished washing up and changed clothes, Prince Qi happily scooped her up and carried her away.

During the morning meal, Prince Qi held Sui Sui and fed her bite by bite.

Feng Xuanrui watched from the side, somewhat dissatisfied, muttering softly: "How could I not be able to feed my sister? Father King is such a big bad guy!"

Prince Qi pretended to be deaf and didn't hear.

Feng Xuanbin, also behind, whispered in agreement: "Big bad guy, big bad guy!"

If Feng Xuanbin were to say such words alone, he wouldn't dare.

But, isn't there Sixth Brother leading the charge?

So, he's just a clever scholar; Father King surely wouldn't spank him, right?

Thinking this, Feng Xuanbin quietly glanced at Father King, and then was glared at by Prince Qi.

Feng Xuanbin: …!

Sixth Brother, save me!!!

Feng Xuanbin was so frightened he almost burst out in panic, and finally curled up behind Feng Xuanrui.

Feng Xuanrui looked at his spineless appearance, pursed his lips: "If you act like this, how can we snatch the sister back?"

Feng Xuanbin timidly said: "How about… we don't rush to seize her for now; we can also plan carefully."

Feng Xuanrui bluntly rolled his eyes: "If you don't dare, just say you don't; where do all these excuses come from?"

The two brothers, as if no one were there, discussed how to snatch the sister from Father King.

The other brothers, hearing this, couldn't help but want to laugh.

Prince Qi also cheerfully watched the children play.

He didn't speak to stop them, and the two children's plans grew bolder.

Prince Qi was too lazy to bother, with the obedient one in his hand, what does he care about those stinky kids?

Rainy days aren't good for going out to play.

Prince Qi took Sui Sui inside and they played with bamboo leaf dragonflies.

Shen Hua Tang and Liu He Meng did not come today.

Rainy roads are hard to travel, and the damp cold is heavy, making one prone to wind-cold.

Therefore, Liu Dafu and Master Shen gave the two children a leave.

Princess Consort of Qi, indifferent, shook her head and sent someone to inquire about Aunt Guo's situation.

Knowing the other side was all fine, she felt much more at ease.

Aunt Qiu had already gone to select people yesterday; early this morning, the two aunties from the other courtyard arrived.

After hearing this, Princess Consort of Qi first met the two aunts, inquired in detail, then brought the two people over and let Concubine Guo choose for herself.

Concubine Guo actually didn't know whom to pick either; in the end she closed her eyes and randomly pointed at Aunt Yuan.

The other aunt, Princess Consort of Qi also didn't let her stay idle: "First go back to the separate villa; later I'll have Aunt Qiu pick some people, and then you can help bring more; once you've done well, return to the residence to attend to the Young Princess."

The aunt who wasn't selected wasn't disappointed either; although she said that appearing before the master's family brought more opportunities.

But the work at the separate villa was even more leisurely.

Upon hearing this, Princess Consort again entrusted an important task, and Aunt Liang immediately nodded solemnly.

Everyone in the residence knows that the newly enfeoffed Young Princess is the most beloved; the Prince wishes he could hold her in his palm all day, twelve double-hours, for fear she might grow legs and run away.

Therefore, Aunt Liang felt she needed to pay attention to the matter of training maidservants for the Young Princess.

After arranging everything, Princess Consort of Qi also dealt with a few trifles, then heard Aunt Qiu say that today the steward of Zhuangzi came, saying that the things Sui Sui had planted earlier had sprouted and grown very long; they decided to transplant them to the field, and now they are growing well.

After listening, Princess Consort of Qi smiled with satisfaction: "In view of their dedication, I'll double this month's stipend; let them attend wholeheartedly, keep the fertilizer and water supply adequate, and don't ruin what Sui Sui has planted."

The second watch is at 19:00.