Transmigration: A Farm Girl’s Brocade
Chapter 684 - 335 Ji Ji _3

Chapter 684: Chapter 335 Ji Ji _3

Lady Wu stood up with a smile upon hearing this, "Your Highness, wait for me, I’ll go and make it right now."

It didn’t take long for Lady Wu to bring over two large bowls of noodles. Eunuch Xiao Zhengzi even brought a silver needle to test for poison, but a glare from Zhu Sujin stopped him from moving forward.

On the tenth and eleventh days, Fu Minglan and Huang Lingling would also come to the Qian family’s residence, joining Qian Yixiu and, following Sister’s instructions, practice the rituals of the Coming-of-Age ceremony.

Of course, Qian Yixiu reciprocated by sharing some things about Zhu Sujin. She talked about how smart, capable, diligent, and filial he was... She also shared a fair share of his embarrassing moments, like how he got greedy for food, how he would go about getting snacks, and how he would figure out ways to sneak an extra bite.

The two young girls listened with red cheeks, occasionally covering their mouths to giggle.

Qian Yixiu had some admiration for ancient women. She didn’t know exactly what they were thinking inside, but at least on the surface, they were as enthusiastic as before. The only difference was that Huang Lingling showed more respect to Fu Minglan than before, while Fu Minglan had become even more cordial.

Qian Manting also stayed with them all the time. Although she had already come of age, she was learning alongside them, step by step.

In a blink of an eye, the twelfth day arrived. The guests had arrived early: the Crown Prince, the Pan family, the Fu family, the Liang Family, the Eldest Princess Mansion, the Wan family, the Song family, the Huo family—all sent their respective mistresses and young ladies. The Liang family had the most attendees. Liang Jinzhao took leave to come; Old Duke Liang, Old Queen Grandma, Madam Liang, Liang Jinyu, and Liang Jinjing all came.

Additionally, Huo Shuqin came too, so all three of Zhu Sujin’s daughters-in-law were present today. Though all were beautiful, each had her own unique traits: Fu Minglan was elegant, Huang Lingling was charming, and Huo Shuqin was valiant.

When Zhu Sujin came personally to give Qian Yixiu her gift, she whispered to him, "Brother, look at your daughters-in-law, they really are each unique in their own way."

Zhu Sujin was so exasperated that he raised his hand to flick her forehead like he used to do when they were young, but he thought better of it and lowered his hand. Then he whispered back, "You need not mention me, sister, a good fortune is near for you as well. Today, there will be a royal decree."

The Coming-of-Age ceremony was held today at Wanghe Hall by the lake. There were several large French windows in the hall, through which the bright sunlight shone, warming everyone inside, with the outside scenery completely visible. One side showed a garden, full of brilliant blooms and bird songs. On the other side was the lake, lined with green willows, the clear water rippling, and tiny lotus leaves floating and bobbing gently on the waves, smaller than the mouth of a bowl.

Even though the Great Qian Kingdom now had a Glass Factory, the several large panes of glass in Wanghe Hall were a luxury only the Palace and a few wealthy families could afford.

During the ceremony, observed by many guests, Qian Yixiu sat on a cushion in the center of the hall, wearing a red brocade ceremonial dress embroidered with butterflies among peonies that her mother had made by hand. When Old Queen Grandma recited the blessing and placed the hairpin, completing the third step, Qian Yixiu solemnly finished the transition from girlhood to young womanhood.

Pan Yue had not undergone the Coming-of-Age ceremony. When she was fifteen, she was naive, and her husband’s family also did not know her real age. But now, seeing her beautiful daughter undergo the ceremony and receiving blessings from so many people, she was moved to tears. She felt that her daughter’s elaborate ceremony also made up for her own regret.

Prince Consort Pan also felt a bittersweet pang; his daughter not having a Coming-of-Age ceremony was a regret for both her and himself in this life.

As soon as the ceremony was over, a servant hurried in to announce, "The eunuchs from the palace have arrived with the royal decree and also gifts from the Grand Empress Dowager and the Empress Dowager."

Upon hearing this, everyone quickly proceeded to the outer courtyard. The ritual table was set up, everyone knelt down, and the Eunuch read several royal decrees.

Qian Sangui was promoted from Lord Xiangen to Marquis Xiangen, with the title to be inherited for three generations. Old woman Qian and Lady Wu were correspondingly promoted to the title of Lady Marquis, and Qian Manjiang became the Princely Heir to Marquis Xiangen.

Qian Yixiu was considered "virtuous and good" and was bestowed the title of County Master Jinxiu. A marriage was also granted between Liang Jinzhao and Qian Yixiu.

The Qian family was additionally gifted one thousand acres of land, two hundred taels of gold, a thousand taels of silver, and ten boxes of East Pearl.

Furthermore, to celebrate Qian Yixiu’s Coming-of-Age, the Grand Empress Dowager and the Empress Dowager each bestowed a Jade hairpin and a Jade Ruyi.

After everyone had risen, Qian Manjiang quickly took several embroidered purses from his bosom and handed them to the Eunuchs who had delivered the decree.

The Eunuch then turned to Old Duke Liang and General Liang with a smile, "Old Duke, General Liang, and your joyous event as well, hurry back to your mansion to receive the decree."

Upon hearing this, Old Duke Liang laughed heartily, "Thank you for the reminder, Eunuch. Please lead the way."

Then, he promptly led the Liang family back to their mansion to receive the decree.

Before Liang Jinzhao left, he found that beautiful silhouette in the crowd and smiled at her. She was finally his betrothed.

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