984: Chapter 986 Empress Arrives (6) 984: Chapter 986 Empress Arrives (6) Old Mada, upon seeing this, acted as if she were beholding sothing wondrous, calling out rewards in rapid succession.
Imdiately, a maid dressed in a light blue quilted jacket stepped forward, took out two gold maces from her purse, and rewarded the two little children.
Wen’er and Wu’er, clutching their tiny fists, bowed deeply in thanks to Old Mada, looking just like the children one sees on New Year’s paintings.
The Madams present also adored them greatly, one after another instructing their maids to reward the two little ones.
Before long, the purses of the two children were so full they couldn’t hold any more, and they had to ask Auntie Liu to help carry them.
Old Mada even chided them, complaining that Lady Du had kept the children hidden away, not allowing her to see them on her last visit.
When Lady Du first entered the room, she was a bit nervous, but seeing how kind and approachable everyone was, her anxiety quickly dissipated, and she smiled gently and said, “These two little monkeys are quite mischievous.
Last ti I was afraid they’d offend Old Mada, so I didn’t dare let them co forward.
Today is Old Mada’s birthday, and I wouldn’t feel at ease if I didn’t bring them to kowtow to you, so I just bit the bullet and dragged them here.”
The wife of Pri Minister Ning, seeing Old Mada’s deep affection for the two little ones, teased with a laugh, “Elder sister, you don’t need to covet other people’s children with longing.
Once your granddaughter-in-law is brought into the family, she’ll surely bear you twin great-grandsons as adorable as these jade carvings!”
Old Mada laughed and said, “In that case, later on I’ll send the boy to propose at the Mansion of Marquis Jian’an, to marry Xiang Yun back as soon as possible.
Maybe by next year, she’ll just give birth.”
The Lady of Marquis Jian’an self-mockingly said, “Alas, Old Mada, you think too highly of that girl.
She’s got a thick skin; she won’t give birth to such well-behaved children.
If she doesn’t bring forth a couple of rowdy monkeys to trouble you, consider it good luck!”
That remark had everyone laughing heartily, and soone from the Marquis’s Mansion continued, “Old Mada, if you desire such great-grandchildren, you must seek the favor of the person before you!”
Fei’er, upon hearing this, understood they were speaking of her, and her face imdiately turned red with embarrassnt as she fidgeted with her handkerchief, too shy to even lift her eyes.
Old Mada said, “Look at you lot, all so improper, making the girl’s face turn red with your talk.
Really, you deserve a spanking!”
“Oh, look at that, even before she’s married into the family, the grandmother is already protecting her.
We’ve all turned into the bad guys!” Madam Ning laughed heartily.
Everyone joined in the teasing and banter, and amidst the rrint, the Housekeeper’s wife suddenly rushed in, panting, and said, “Old Mada, the Empress Dowager’s luojia is about to arrive at the entrance.
You should quickly get ready to welco her!”
“The Empress Dowager is coming?”
Old Mada hurriedly got up, “How co there was no advance notice from the Palace?
It’s such a ss here; we’re not prepared at all to receive the Empress’s phoenix carriage!”
All the Madams got to their feet and advised her, “Old Mada, surely the Empress is considerate of you, afraid that you would tire yourself out with preparations, which is why she didn’t notify the Mansion in advance.
Please hurry along to greet her!”
“Yes, Old Mada, maybe the Empress wanted to surprise you!”
Old Mada was indeed overjoyed.
Although her daughter was sowhat aloof, she was, after all, flesh of her flesh.
In recent months, Old Mada had been so worried by the Empress being scolded and placed under house arrest by the Emperor that she found it difficult to sleep or eat.
Now, having been released from confinent and escorted back ho to celebrate her birthday in high regard, Old Mada was truly comforted!
Lady Mu Bai and Lady Li also felt as if they were dreaming, never having imagined that one day they would et the Empress Dowager.
Together with the other Madams, they made their way in a daze to the big entrance, waiting to welco the Empress Dowager.
About the ti it takes to drink a cup of tea, more than ten eunuchs ca running, gasping for breath and clapping their hands.
Everyone knew it was the Empress Dowager’s phoenix carriage arriving, and they each took their designated positions.
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