Chapter 358: Boasting the Daughter

Prince Qi does not mind the matter of a young little master keeping a concubine.

Such matters are too commonplace for people like them.

At first, Sui Sui said Ren Zi Nan kept a concubine, and Prince Qi glanced in the direction the child indicated.

Upon seeing that it was Ren Zi Nan, Prince Qi slightly frowned.

Then he heard Sui Sui's second sentence.

Co‑raise two people? Is a concubine a commodity?

How the hell could they co‑raise it?

If it were another young master, Prince Qi would at most chatter and later mutter about it to others.

But Ren Zi Nan…

Damn!

He was only lightly beaten by Ren Ce Fei!

Feng Xuanrui does know that the other party is not co‑raising a concubine with anyone.

However, is he that kind? Still helping Ren Zi Nan speak well?

Feng Xuanrui not only didn't help; his round eyes shifted, and he smeared mud on Ren Zi Nan: "Yes, yes, those people all say that, even debating whether this concubine's waist is thin, whether that one is soft."

Prince Qi was already so angry his eyes were red.

At this moment, hearing them speak so unabashedly?

In front of a child, saying such words? They must be courting death!

Feng Xuanbin, upon hearing Liu Ge say that, also nodded: "That's how they are, indeed."

After responding, Feng Xuanbin was puzzled: "Father King, how does one co‑raise a concubine? By the way, what is a concubine?"

Sui Sui was also curious.

She was held in Prince Qi's arms, tilting her little head, a face full of confusion.

Prince Qi's teeth were about to grind to dust, but he forced a smile and said, "Children's families shouldn't pry into these things."

What he thought inside was…

Ren Zi Nan, you're doomed!

Prince Qi adjusted several times, making his complexion look better and his emotions steadied.

He held Sui Sui and took Feng Xuanrui and the others to the front courtyard.

The front courtyard was filled with so many uncles, elders, and older brothers that Sui Sui's eyes could barely take it all in.

Prince Qi, with a loving expression, held Sui Sui and first went to see Prince Qing.

The rest didn't need Prince Qi to carry them personally for introductions.

Those people were very perceptive; aside from a few who were shy and forced themselves forward, everyone else naturally approached on their own.

"So this must be the little princess, right?"

"Truly ice‑cold and clever, pure and cute."

"Innocently bright, lively and adorable."

…

These people praised others as masters; even if their own knowledge was lacking, they'd cram at the last minute before the crucial moment.

So when Sui Sui appeared being carried, those people gathered like they had pre‑prepared blessings, their mouths never idle.

One auspicious phrase after another kept coming, making Prince Qi's smile impossible to drop.

The mood previously affected by Ren Zi Nan was now forgotten.

He held Sui Sui, constantly bragging: "Here's my good girl, pretty, right?"

"Cute, right?"

"Look at this little face, chubby, instantly full of blessings."

…

Sui Sui has recently put on some flesh; her face is much rounder than before.

Though it doesn't match Feng You Tan's soft bun‑like plumpness, it still looks very full and cute.

Prince Qi's bragging was written all over his face.

Everyone naturally kept praising in turn. By the end, Feng Xuanrui could barely listen any more.

So, you don't know any new words? All the compliments you give, I already know!

Everyone gave gifts, and at this point they wouldn't give an additional greeting gift.

Unless they're especially close relatives.

Like Prince Qing, Fǔguó Gōng and such people.

After seeing Sui Sui, they pulled out pre‑prepared small gifts from their sleeves.

Not particularly valuable, but things that children like.

Gems, jade, little trinkets, and the like.

Sui Sui has naturally seen many good things lately.

Moreover, she's still a child, her understanding of wealth is limited.

If it's just ordinary jade or jewelry, it's hard to attract Sui Sui's attention.

But everyone put some thought into them.

Various quirky little trinkets are interesting to look at and can win a child's favor.

Sui Sui was coaxed to look at this and then that, her eyes almost ran out.

When everyone else dispersed, only Prince Qi and Prince Qing remained, plus the two brothers beside them; Prince Qi whispered, "Good girl, do you like these?"

Sui Sui nodded obediently: "I like it!"

She felt that wasn't enough, she thought a moment and then nodded vigorously: "I especially like it, thank you, Father King."

After saying that, she glanced at Prince Qing still by her side, then Sui Sui whispered: "Thank you, Uncle Prince Qing."

Prince Qi was so pleased his eyes narrowed into slits; Prince Qing's expression was also less stern than usual, he raised his hand and gently touched Sui Sui's cute little hat: "As long as Sui Sui likes it, that's fine."

Prince Qi showed off like this, and everyone naturally understood that this newly arrived little princess of the Qi Wang Fu was especially favored.

Thinking about Prince Qi these years, seeking a daughter drove him mad, they seem to be able to understand this feeling.

Of course, some people looked at Sui Sui's pair of round eyes that greatly resembled Feng Xuanrui's, and secretly speculated: Could this be a child the Prince raised outside? They hadn't noticed before, but now they finally did, so they acknowledged her? Since no one brought it up, everyone had their suspicions but wouldn't say them in front of the master.

So, some people exchanged glances, everyone understood, but no one dared to speak.

Even if there were true gossip, it would only happen after leaving the Qi Wang Fu.

In the afternoon, the banquet ended, and the ladies of the rear court went to watch a play.

The men in the front court began various drinking games and such.

Everyone found their own enjoyment, and they weren't in a hurry to end the banquet now.

At first, Princess Consort of Qi wasn't reassured about Sui Sui's side, but after knowing she had been taken away by the Prince, she felt at ease.

Being taken by the Prince, to the outside world, this was another kind of signal.

Even if everyone knew, Prince Qi hoped for a daughter.

But for this genuine affection toward the daughter, some actions were needed so outsiders could see, to know how precious Sui Sui was in the Wangfu.

Now that the Prince was taking her, Princess Consort of Qi also felt at ease.

She thought of the news Aunt Qiu had just brought back, and glanced at Ren Ce Fei who was speaking with someone, her brows slightly furrowed.

The Nan boy of the Ren family...

Really worrisome! Princess Consort of Qi feared Ren Ce Fei couldn't control her temper, so today she would directly strike.

But the Prince obviously disliked Ren Zinan this good-for-nothing, looking forward to Ren Ce Fei's slap, which could land on Ren Zinan's face today.

Princess Consort of Qi felt somewhat embarrassed.

Today's banquet, she didn't want any unwanted accidents to happen.

So, the matter of dealing with people...

Better to wait a bit longer.

Princess Consort of Qi was thinking when Aunt Qiu hurried over.

The other's expression looked no different from usual, but having been with Princess Consort of Qi for many years, she believed she still understood this aunt beside her.

Aunt Qiu's posture was tense, her steps slightly hurried; Princess Consort of Qi's brow twitched, she felt something might happen.

The second watch is at 19:00.