As it grew darker, the lights were lit in the new house.

The eldest lady has ordered all courtyards to light up, so that they are bright and prosperous, representing the new atmosphere of the new house.

Today’s little banquet was just a farce, and the Madam was just having fun.

The real banquet will take place in the next few days.

Those who have friendships with the palace, those who should have good dealings with them in the future, and those who have helped the palace in the past.

None can be left behind.

The eldest lady was busy and happy, and Yan Ruyu was not good at these things, so she helped her.

She suddenly thought of something and said to the eldest lady, "Mother, send an invitation to Sima Shen's wife as well."

The eldest lady was a little hesitant: "Isn't she pregnant? I heard that she seldom moves around. The last time she was at Cao's house, it was Madam Cao who personally wrote a note to get her to come, and she personally took care of her after she went there."

"Yes, mother, just rest assured. When she comes, I will take care of her."

The eldest lady sighed softly: "It's not that mother doesn't believe you, it's just that her situation is special. What if..."

"Mother, please relax. Nothing will happen. Besides, she is Jiang Tangli's cousin, so you should meet her."

The eldest lady was slightly surprised; she didn't know about this relationship.

"Is that so? Well, I'll write the note myself and have the maid next to me deliver it."

"Mother, please don't let anyone mention Tangli to her. Tangli is injured, so as not to make her worry. Besides, the murderer has not been found yet, so you still have to be extra careful."

"Okay, I understand."

For the banquet at the new house, Yan Ruyu asked the Qian Family Restaurant to send two chefs over, which would be convenient and save trouble, and would also help take care of the restaurant's business.

The eldest lady was busy running around and received a lot of praise.

As Yan Ruyu expected, the eldest lady came in person and Madam Shen came after all.

This time, it was Linlang and the eldest boss who went to the door to greet them. When they learned that they were people close to Yan Ruyu, Shen Wenqi thanked them profusely, and took out a small blanket and a hand warmer, and escorted them to the door of the inner house before handing the lady over to them.

Madam Shen blushed and said softly, "I'm sorry to make you laugh, but my husband is really careful."

The eldest boss smiled and said, "Madam, what are you talking about? Sima Shen loves you. This is a real man and a role model."

When she saw Yan Ruyu in the backyard, Mrs. Shen was about to greet her, but Yan Ruyu waved her hand and said, "Madam, there is no need to be polite."

She switched her eyes and looked at Mrs. Shen's belly.

The belly was bigger the last time I saw it, but...

Yan Ruyu retracted her gaze and said, "Mrs. Shen is pregnant. Has she found a midwife?"

"Thank you for your concern, Princess. I have already found a midwife. Doctor Hong from Chun Sheng Tang introduced me to her."

It’s Chunshengtang again.

Yan Ruyu remembered that the last time she met Madam Shen, she had said that Shen Wenqi felt that the mansion's doctor was not good at this kind of thing, so she found Doctor Hong from Chunshengtang.

Now even the midwife is introduced by Dr. Hong.

Yan Ruyu remained calm: "What did Doctor Hong say? Did he say whether it was a boy or a girl?"

Madam Shen bowed her head, her eyes loving, "My husband said that he likes both male and female babies. But I asked Doctor Hong secretly, and he said that it is most likely a boy."

"However, we can't be 100% sure until the baby is born."

Yan Ruyu's smile froze for a moment: "That's right."

"I heard that the lady's surname is Jiang, where is her maiden home?"

Madam Shen said, "I am from Taizhou."

"That's not close," Yan Ruyu sighed, "You're pregnant. If your family wants someone to come and take care of you, it's a long way away. I'm afraid they'll have to leave early."

Mrs. Shen's face darkened: "...Yes."

Her facial expression changed subtly, and she said "yes" unclearly. Yan Ruyu sensed that something was on her mind.

"To be honest with you, Madam," Yan Ruyu changed the subject, "I have a step-sister who also came from Taizhou. She just arrived a few days ago. I wonder if you are interested in meeting her with me?"

Madam Shen looked up with surprise in her eyes: "From Taizhou?"

"Exactly."

"Okay, I'll meet him. Please arrange it, Princess."

Yan Ruyu nodded slowly, stood up and said, "Then follow me."

Jiang Tangli and Qi Dongqiang also moved to the new house. In order to meet and chat with Yan Ruyu conveniently, they lived in a courtyard not far away. Princess Mingzhao also stayed there occasionally. Now there are three girls in one courtyard.

There was a banquet in front today, so Qi Dongqiang and Princess Mingzhao went there to help take care of it, leaving Jiang Tangli, who was unable to get out of bed, alone in the house.

Fearing that she would be lonely, Yan Ruyu arranged for her to have a smart, talkative and cheerful little maid, who was now reading stories to her from a newly published storybook.

Jiang Tangli was hearing the most exciting part.

The curtain was raised and Yan Ruyu and Madam Shen came in, but she didn't even notice them.

Yan Ruyu stepped aside, and Mrs. Shen saw Jiang Tangli leaning against the head of the bed.

After not seeing each other for many years, Jiang Tangli has lost some of her childishness, but how could she not recognize each other as cousins ​​who grew up together?

Mrs. Shen was surprised and could hardly believe her eyes: "Ah...Ali?"

Jiang Tangli finally came back to her senses, her eyes widened, and she shouted happily, "Third sister!"

According to the ranking of girls in their lineage, Mrs. Shen Jiang Ruhuan ranks third, so Jiang Tangli has called her the third sister since she was a child.

Jiang Tangli threw off the quilt and wanted to jump out of bed.

Yan Ruyu said, "Be careful, don't go down to the ground."

Jiang Tangli had to hold it back again, but she couldn't help showing joy on her face. She opened her arms and smiled: "Third sister!"

Mrs. Shen's eyes turned red when she saw the bandages on her legs and shoulders.

He quickly took a few steps forward to the bed and hugged her.

"Ali, what's wrong with you?"

Jiang Tangli quickly wiped her tears and asked her to sit down: "Third sister, don't cry, I'm fine, my injuries are almost healed."

"How are you? Your belly is so big, am I going to be an aunt?"

She wanted to ask a few more questions about children. In this generation, the eldest sister gave birth to a girl, and the second sister was newly married but not pregnant. She was not there when the eldest sister gave birth and missed the opportunity.

Looking at her third sister's belly this time, she thought she should be able to wait until the birth.

It is truly a wonderful thing to be able to watch with her own eyes the birth of a little life that is related to her.

But when she saw Yan Ruyu's eyes, she swallowed the words back.

Although she had doubts in her heart, her trust in Yan Ruyu made her do as she was told subconsciously.

"Ali," Mrs. Shen wiped her tears, "I'll talk about my matter later. But how come you are injured like this?"

Jiang Tangli sighed: "I accidentally hurt myself on the way here, but I'm much better now and will be able to get out of bed in a few days."

Yan Ruyu nodded and said, "Just rest and take care of yourself for a few more days, and you'll be able to go to bed as scheduled. Madam Shen, you two can chat first, I'll go prepare some refreshments."

After Yan Ruyu left, Madam Shen spoke more freely and held Jiang Tangli tightly.

"Poor thing, he has never suffered such a hardship before. This time he is really suffering."

"You and the princess... She said she would take me to see her adopted sister, so why are you..."

"It's a long story. We met and became sworn brothers on the road of exile. There were not only the two of us, but also a sister named Qi."

"Third sister, are you doing well?"

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