Chapter 150

After the bridal chamber antics, everyone tactfully retreated, and the banquet ahead was about to begin.

When Qiao Jiaojiao was carried out by Qiao Diyi, her eyes were still glued to the couple inside.

Seeing them blushing and standing there, Qiao Jiaojiao couldn’t help but cover her mouth and giggle.

[Hehe, these two shy lovebirds standing together, it’s both sweet and funny!]

[Brother, you have to take the initiative! The big cabbage is finally in your arms. You have to hold her in the palm of your hand!]

[Tonight’s scene might not be suitable for children! Hehe…]

Hearing Qiao Jiaojiao’s childish remarks, Qiao Tianjing’s face flushed even more. He could only silently pray in his heart:

“Can my second brother please hurry up and carry my little sister away? If I have to listen to any more, I’ll really have to find a hole to hide in!”

Qiao Diyi knew his big brother was thin-skinned, so he chuckled inwardly and quickly stepped out, closing the door behind him.

Seeing that there were no outsiders left in the room, Han Yaxian nervously squeezed her hand, feeling it getting sweaty.

Feeling a bit anxious, Qiao Tianjing suddenly bent down and gently took her hand.

His hand was warm and large, easily enveloping her small palm.

“Don’t be nervous, Xian’er…”

After saying this, Qiao Tianjing’s face also turned red.

“I thought… calling you Xian’er like your parents do would make you feel more comfortable.”

“The banquet is about to start, and I have to go out to toast. I may not be back for a while.”

“You can freshen up first, don’t worry about the formalities, have something to eat first, don’t starve yourself.”

“If you’re really tired, you can rest assured and take a nap.”

Qiao Tianjing’s heart surged with warmth, fearing that Han Yaxian might feel uncomfortable, so he kindly instructed her one by one.

Seeing Han Yaxian nod slightly, he felt a little relieved. Just as he was about to turn and leave, Han Yaxian suddenly exerted a slight force and hooked his finger.

“Qiao Lang, I’ll wait for you to come back.”

Han Yaxian’s voice trembled as she said this, blushing immediately, and quickly withdrew her hand, avoiding looking at Qiao Tianjing.

Upon hearing this, Qiao Tianjing felt a rush of heat surging to his forehead, and he immediately felt dizzy.

She called him Qiao Lang…

It’s so nice, no one has ever called him that before.

Regaining his composure, Qiao Tianjing softly replied, his face red, and left the bridal chamber.

Han Yaxian’s face was also flushed, and this time she didn’t dare to sneak a peek at his back.

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Before the banquet began, Mrs. Qiao took the opportunity to feed Qiao Jiaojiao.

Today, her eldest son got married, and Mrs. Qiao was radiant, her smile never leaving her face.

She patiently fed Qiao Jiaojiao while listening to the reports from the servants and handling everything with ease.

Qiao Jiaojiao rarely participated in such lively scenes in her past life, her short life was always quiet and lonely.

Now, eating good food and watching people come and go, she couldn’t help but feel emotional.

[It’s really good. In this life, I’ve experienced a life I never dared to dream of in my past life.]

[Oh, it’s been so long since I went out. I wonder how things are going at the relief hall.]

[If I want to help them, I’ll have to wait until I can really speak.]

[I’ll let them wait a little longer. My little treasure chest is getting fuller and fuller. When the time comes, I should be able to help them a lot!]

Mrs. Qiao, upon hearing this, looked at Qiao Jiaojiao with eyes full of compassion.

Today was her eldest son’s big day, how could she forget about those children at the relief hall?

Early this morning, she had someone send over a lot of food, and she even prepared a little red envelope for each of them!

Jiaojiao still didn’t know, but the relief hall had already changed a lot. The next time she goes there, she’ll surely be surprised.

Thinking of this, Mrs. Qiao’s face lit up with a smile.

Seeing Jiaojiao had eaten her fill, Mrs. Qiao gently wiped her mouth. Seeing everything was arranged properly, she suddenly remembered something and instructed the maid beside her:

“Oh right, don’t forget to put out some food for the dogs outside.”

Jiaojiao: ???

[Mother is really kind-hearted. How can big brother spread dog food around when he’s just gotten married?]

Mrs. Qiao: ???

Didn’t Jiaojiao say it herself? When the eldest brother gets married, he spreads dog food, right?

Dogs outside: ???

Free dog food?

Never mind, today is the best meal of the dogs’ lives! Eat, eat, eat!

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Eldest Princess used the time to change clothes to listen to the maid’s report. When she learned that Tan Hanchi and Zuo Anning seemed to have some connection, her eyes darkened, and there was a hint of displeasure on her face.

“Did you see clearly?” Eldest Princess asked coldly.

The maid nodded firmly, “Princess, this servant saw it clearly. They were squeezed together, blushing, looking like a pair—”

“That’s enough!”

Eldest Princess’s low shout startled the maid, who immediately closed her mouth.

Eldest Princess sneered. No wonder Tan Hanchi looked towards Duke Yan just now.

At that time, wasn’t that Miss Zuo standing nearby?

“Princess, what should we do now?”

Cailan was eldest princess’s most trusted palace maid. While others dared not speak at this moment, she could.

Eldest Princess looked indifferent. She glanced at the vermilion she had just dyed, the color vibrant, setting off her fair hands like jade.

“Cailan, is everything ready?”

Cailan’s heart trembled upon hearing this, knowing that the princess had made up her mind.

She nodded solemnly, “Princess, rest assured, this servant has prepared everything early, and even tested it, it’s very effective!”

Eldest Princess nodded satisfactorily and said calmly, “Then follow the plan. As for Zuo Anning… Heh, how could I have someone in my sights have a sweetheart?”

Cailan’s eyes flashed slightly, “Princess, do you mean…?”

Eldest Princess smiled faintly, “Don’t kill her. After all, she’s the legitimate daughter of Duke Yan’s residence. It wouldn’t end well to take a life.”

“Cailan, ruin her…”

Cailan immediately bowed respectfully upon hearing this. Whatever the princess said, she would do.

In the palace, she was indeed the right-hand woman of the princess, having handled… so many lives that she couldn’t even count them on both hands.

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The banquet finally began.

As usual, men and women were seated separately.

Qiao Zhongguo and the brothers Qiao hosted the male guests in the outer courtyard, while Mrs. Qiao accompanied eldest princess and a group of ladies in the inner courtyard.

Qiao Jiaojiao was held in Qiao Zhongguo’s arms.

This was what Jiaojiao herself requested. She had just seen Qiao Zhongguo and cooed for him to hold her.

With one hand holding Jiaojiao and the other holding a cup, Qiao Zhongguo could still easily accompany Qiao Tianjing to toast around the room.

Jiaojiao kept her big eyes fixed on the direction of Tan Hanchi.