The next day, the cuttlefish woke up.

After washing up, sitting in front of the mirror, Haruka combed her hair and painted her eyebrows as she wished, this was the first time she had been served so carefully in the palace, and she couldn't help but feel a little uncomfortable.

Looking at the cuttlefish's awkward face, Ruyi only thought that she was in a bad mood, and persuaded in a low voice, "Don't be unhappy, master, this is Concubine Yuluo's flower viewing party, you have to give face." ”

Cuttlefish doesn't know much about the situation of the other concubines in the harem, and they don't even know what Concubine Yu looks like, but everyone in the harem thinks that Su Yu has recovered from a serious illness, so the activities between the concubines are naturally indispensable to invite cuttlefish.

This time, Yu Concubine invited all the sisters to go to her Yanxi Palace to enjoy the beautiful flowers of spring.

The cuttlefish asked Xiang Ruyi, "I have been in my own palace for a long time, and I don't know much about the things outside, do you know what this concubine likes to do?" What gifts should I bring with me? ”

Ruyi replied, "You don't have to bother too much about this, it's just an ordinary party, you don't need to be as grand as a birthday or canonization, just bring a light gift to show your heart, at this time most of the ladies will bring some pastries or drinks, or you also bring some snacks or something?" ”

The cuttlefish nodded thoughtfully, it was a small gathering with nothing to do, and there was nothing wrong with making pastries as a gift, even if she really wanted to take out some valuables, she would be too shy to have in her pocket.

Chunxiang hurriedly picked up the conversation and came up with an idea, "Master, then I'll go and inform the dining room to prepare some halva rose cake and saqima, and I'll prepare them for you later." ”

"Well, go ahead."

Ruyi is decent, Haruka is also very eye-catching, and the cuttlefish can be a lot easier with the help of the two.

After Chunxiang left, Ruyi thought about it and said, "Master, this Concubine Yu is Concubine Xi's best sister, but you can't be offended, you should pay attention to your words and deeds after you go to Yanxi Palace, be careful not to bump into her." ”

The cuttlefish smiled, "Okay, I wrote it down, and I ask you to bother for me." ”

It's too late to hide, how can you talk more and bump into Yu Concubine? Although the cuttlefish doesn't need Ruyi's reminder, she is very satisfied with this cautious and attentive good word, and it seems that Ruyi has a heart for her.

The cuttlefish thought for a moment, and planned to take Chunxiang to Yanxi Palace, she just wanted to be the most low-key on this trip, and she didn't want to attract attention, if the two palace maids brought it, it would be a little swaggering. Chunxiang is much inferior to Ruyi's appearance, and it doesn't look brilliant, so an ordinary little girl is just right for a low-ranking person to agree to carry.

Since it was an invitation from a concubine with some status, presumably Gu Changzai would also pass, and then the cuttlefish would have to take a good look at Gu's abnormality and attitude towards her, if Gu was really related to killing Su Promise, then maybe some clues would be revealed.

After breakfast, after stopping for more than an hour, the cuttlefish took Chunxiang to Yanxi Palace. I only met a few palace maids and eunuchs on the way, and I didn't see other concubines, and the cuttlefish was a little strange, could it be that he came out too early?

When I arrived at Yanxi Palace, I realized that she was a step late, and even the queen mother and Concubine Xi had already arrived, waiting for her alone.

The cuttlefish was a little flustered, so he had to quickly calm down and salute quickly, his tone was full of apologies, "I have seen the queen mother, the concubine Xi mother, all the sisters are blessed." I went out this morning and was delayed for a while, but now I rushed over, and I asked Concubine Yu and my sisters to punish her. ”

Concubine Yu said with a smile, "Su promised not to be so polite, you are a rare guest, it doesn't matter if Shanshan is late, let's sit down quickly." ”

The cuttlefish lowered his eyes and nodded in thanks, then sat down on the empty seat next to Ying's promise.

Yu Concubine is kind and kind-eyed, dressed plainly, thousands of green silk combed into an ordinary bun, only wearing two hairpins as embellishments, although the clothes on the body are expensive, but the color is elegant and fresh, and it does not show the edge.

Among the people present, only the queen, Concubine Xi, and Concubine Yu sat at the front, and the rest of the sisters sat in two rows according to their status and favor, which was clear at a glance.

Concubine Xi looked around and opened her mouth, "All the sisters are here today, it's really rare, it can be seen that everyone gives Yu Concubine more face, Sister Yu Concubine, you have to entertain us well, don't hide all the good food, and take out ordinary snacks to make perfunctory." ”

Concubine Xi's joke caused everyone to laugh with their mouths covered with handkerchiefs, and the cuttlefish had no choice but to follow suit, and laughed together with them.

Yu Concubine said happily, "How dare I not listen to my sister's words, I will offer good things and let you feast." ”

Soon, everyone was sent a variety of delicious pastries in front of them, including crystal osmanthus cake, snowflake cake, adzuki bean cake, almond tofu, bergamot cake, etc.

After tasting them one by one, each dim sum is very good, especially the golden silk roasted wheat prepared by Yu Concubine Niangniang, which is shaped like a pomegranate, white and crystalline, with many fillings and thin skin, and is very delicious when eaten to the mouth.

"Niangniang is really attentive, and the craftsmanship is also excellent, I can't wait for the dust, if only I could have half the wisdom of Niangniang." Hai Changzai looked attentive, and took the opportunity to pat himself on the back and said, "It's a pity that the concubine was born stupid, not as good as Concubine Yu's mother, and she will definitely step up her studies in the future." ”

The cuttlefish glanced up, Na Hai Chang was ordinary in appearance, dressed in tacky manners, and his manners were very vulgar, and he didn't look like a favored person, but his mouth was sweet enough, and he could say such low-level good things in front of everyone.

Guo Guiren's face was proud, and he answered in a loud voice, "Of course Concubine Yu Niangniang is extraordinary, is this still in the sea to say to you?" My belly is getting bigger and bigger, and after the child is born, I still hope that the queen, Xi concubine, and Yu concubine will help the concubines to discipline them. ”

In a word, not only ridiculed Hai Changzai, but also showed off the dragon species in his belly, Guo Guicai is really stupid. The cuttlefish quietly observed each concubine, taking in their every move, pondering and pondering.

Everyone has a smile on their faces, either flamboyant, indifferent, or hypocritical, except for Concubine Qi. Although the Li family is a concubine, she has been neglected by the emperor for a long time, and she has not seen half of her grace for many years, and the years have left traces on her face, and the loneliness and pain of the deep palace have made her forget the taste of joy.

"After the child is born, if you need it, the queen and I and Concubine Yu will naturally help you, there is no need to say much about this." Concubine Xi replied, but her expression was stern, and suddenly she turned to the cuttlefish again, and said with a smile: "Su promised, can this pastry meet your appetite?" You used to live in seclusion, and we don't know your tastes. ”

The cuttlefish hurriedly replied with a smile, "Concubine Xi is really thoughtful, the concubine has a very popular taste, she is never picky, and she is very happy to eat today." ”

"Hmph, it's good to be happy, but it's the first time I've seen so many high-quality snacks, so don't choke on them." Gu Chang said bitterly, his tone full of ridicule.

The cuttlefish cast his gaze towards the Gu family, and there was a little more coldness in his eyes.

Chunxiang behind her raised her eyes and glanced at Concubine Xi meaningfully.