Chapter 211 - Chapter 211: ulterior motives
Chapter 211: ulterior motives
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In the blink of an eye, it was the sixth day of the third month. Early in the morning, guests came to the Xiao residence one after another to add makeup to the bride’s family and friends on the day before the wedding.
The Xiao family was not prosperous and did not have many relatives and friends. However, Sikong Xiao had a high status and had led troops to war for many years. He was deeply admired by his subordinates. Although he didn’t have many dealings with the aristocratic families, there were many commoners who came to add makeup to Xiao Baoxin.
Wang Qiang was a widowed woman, so it was inconvenient for her to show up. A few days ago, she had given Chu Lingzi a makeup gift and bothered her to bring it over.
Chu Lingzi and Xie Wan naturally came. What surprised Xiao Baoxin was that Xu Liuniang actually came personally. She even looked like a good friend and had a deep relationship with him. She held Xiao Baoxin’s hand and did not let go-
Xiao Baoxin sometimes couldn’t understand why she had the ability to listen to people’s thoughts and met so many lovely people who liked to pull and pull.
It always allowed her to discover many secrets that no one knew.
Of course, Xu Liu Niangzi did not have any secrets. Anyone with discerning eyes could see her purpose. Her marriage with the Xin ‘an Prince had already been submitted to the Ministry of Rites and was basically set. They just needed to choose an auspicious date to get married next year and become her Xin’ an Princess Consort. She came here to win over the hearts of her future husband.
Xie Xian had clearly sided with the Xin An Prince, and Xie Xian’s lustful appearance had blinded his wits. In order to marry Xiao Baoxin, the Xie Clan had offended everyone they could and could not offend, and they were completely devoted to Xiao Baoxin.
Throughout history, the previous dynasty had its own politics, and the harem had its own methods.
Knowing that Xie Xian was beneficial to the great cause of Prince Xin ‘an and valued Xiao Baoxin, then as the Xin’ an Princess Consort, she had the responsibility to befriend him, even if she did not think highly of Xiao Baoxin, even if Xiao Baoxin was arrogant and despotic, and had always been despised by the noble ladies of the aristocratic families.
Who asked Xie Xian to have such aesthetic taste and take a fancy to this fellow?
She didn’t have a choice either.
.. In addition to the expensive make-up gift, Xiao Baoxin also received piles of disdain from Xu Liu Niang.
“.. In the past, I had always envied Aunt Xiao for being free and unrestrained, and for her clear personality of love and hate. Unfortunately, my personality is weak and can’t compare to Eldest Lady. In the future, I have to interact more with her so that I can have more of Eldest Lady’s chivalrous aura.”
Xiao Baoxin felt jealous for Lady Six. Her arrogance had become chivalrous. The daughter-in-law who had married into the royal family was not an ordinary person. At least, when she spoke nonsense, she was better than others.
However, everyone was just ordinary people. It was better to be hypocritical and friendly in front of them than to be sarcastic and sarcastic.
Moreover, everyone was here to add makeup to her today. No matter why they were here, they were guests. Xiao Baoxin also magnanimously pretended not to hear those unpleasant things. She only saw that everyone’s faces were smiling like flowers at her. It was enough for her.
Xiao Jing ‘ai arrived at noon. She was dressed in a pea-green waist-length dress and had a thin layer of makeup on. Her face was pink and her cheeks were rosy. She was considered outstanding among the ladies.
Xiao Miaorong, who had come with her, looked like a clear soup.
By the time they arrived, the guests had already left wave after wave, and it was almost the end.
” Congratulations on getting married tomorrow, sister. Don’t forget each other when you’re rich.” Xiao Jing ‘ai smiled and blinked her eyes, looking very playful. Then, she presented the congratulatory gift with both hands.” This is the best gift my mother left me. It was originally my dowry, but…” In my heart, only my sister is the most important.”
As expected, he had ulterior motives.
Xiao Baoxin raised his eyebrows. When these words came out, everyone present had different expressions. Although they did not respond, they all understood the meaning behind those words.
She said that they were sisters and had given her the best dance that her mother had left for her. But didn’t she mean that she couldn’t even take out anything decent on hand? The only thing she could do was to add makeup to the dowry left by the deceased princess?
One had to know that half a month after Xiao Baoxin’s wedding was Xiao Jing ‘ai’s wedding. Even if they did not want to know, they had to know. The main thing was that Xiao Jing’ ai was shocking. He even went to the Emperor to ask for a marriage. It was also considered unprecedented. In the end, he was even slapped in the face by the Emperor and did not agree…
The Xiao Sisters had become the favorite of everyone on the streets and alleys. They would update in real-time if there was any movement.
She was not trying to make up for her, but to pressure Xiao Zhongcheng. It seemed that she was not satisfied with the dowry given by the second branch.
“I appreciate your kindness, girl. When you get married, sister will also give you the best jumping shoes that mother gave me, and also the best hair, okay?”
With so many people around, Xiao Baoxin naturally couldn’t fall out with her in front of everyone. He pretended not to understand her meaning and transferred the money back to her.
“Speaking of you, your mouth is the most likable. You always speak to the heart.”Xiao Baoxin didn’t wait for Xiao Jing ‘ai to reply and turned his gaze to Xiao Miaorong.
This girl was so dumb that she couldn’t tell that Xiao Jingai was trying to make fun of Xiao Zhongcheng and his wife.
“What did Miao Rong prepare for Sister?”
” A painting,” Xiao Miaorong said with a pained expression, her face twitching. “It’s a goddess poem by my favorite painter, Gu Qi. I was the one who asked my father to buy it for me as a dowry. But… Sister’s wedding, what should be given is what one loves. So, I love it the most, so I gave it to Sister.”
These words were spoken by an honest person. Every word was painful, painful to the bone.
At that time, Xie Wan couldn’t help but burst out laughing. Everyone said that Xiao Miaorong was a fool. In the past, she didn’t realize it and only looked a little cold. Who knew that today, she was actually such a sincere person.
It was much better than Xiao Jing ‘ai playing tricks in the name of adding makeup.
“You, really.” Xiao Baoxin didn’t know what to say to Xiao Miaorong. What did she know about painting? She only knew how to look at it, but she didn’t understand it. However, it was Xiao Miaomiao’s love.
However, since she had already given him a gift, she couldn’t let him take it back. She could only find an opportunity to return a few of her favorite paintings in the future.
He smiled as he stroked Xiao Miaorong’s head. Almost every strand of her hair was crying out in pain.
.. Why does she want to laugh so badly?
“What a treasure!” Chu Lingzi smiled as she stepped forward and touched Xiao Miaorong’s head. “I can see that Third Aunt is really pure and kind. Look at us, we all hide our good intentions.”
Everyone thought,”Do you think you’re not a treasure?”
Who didn’t take these words to heart? They were the number one in terms of gifts, so their hobbies had to be so wide.
Even if they had such a wide range, they still had to have so much money. After all, everyone’s reputation was built with money. Giving them gifts could make their families fall.
“Is that so?” Xiao Miaorong’s face was twisted in pain, but a gift was like water that was poured out, it was not the same as taking it back. “Then I won’t do this in the future.”
Xiao Jing ‘ai’s expression changed at that moment. What did she mean? It would be her in the future!
It didn’t matter if it was a gift. Anyway, Madam Xiao wouldn’t let Xiao Miaorong add makeup to her face. After all, she didn’t marry into a prestigious family, and they didn’t have such long-term vision. However, it was not the case in front of everyone.. This was a slap to her face on the spot!