Chapter 112 The Eldest Grandson Banquet

On the day of the Banquet.

Shu Yuwan got up early, and Yumei and Yilan helped her get ready. After dressing up, Shu Yuwan went to see the baby and the Crown Prince.

“Mother!”

The baby was very happy to see Shu Yuwan. She took small steps and went straight into Shu Yuwan’s arms. Shu Yuwan picked up the baby and happily said, “Is the baby sleepy from getting up so early?”

The baby shook her head, “Not sleepy.”

This child was full of energy at this time and loved getting up early!

After the nanny dressed the baby, Shu Yuwan took the baby to see the Crown Prince. The Crown Prince was still sleeping soundly. The baby looked at him with big eyes and called out, “Brother, brother, look at me, I’m your sister.”

The Crown Prince continued to sleep deeply, not reacting to anything she said.

Shu Yuwan found it amusing.

The Crown Prince’s  Banquet was held in the palace. The hall was already bustling with members of the royal family, nobles, prominent families, and court officials. The grandeur of the event indicated the high regard the child held in the Emperor’s heart.

During the banquet, the Duke of Wei’s lady, accompanied by Wei Wushuang and Lianzhi, greeted everyone.

Seeing Lianzhi and Wei Wushuang standing behind Shu Yuwan, everyone was curious. Since they hadn’t seen Lianzhi before, Shu Yuwan explained Lianzhi’s background to everyone.

Shu Yuwan smiled happily, “This is my unfortunate daughter. Thanks to the Crown Princess, after so many years, she has finally been found!”

She repeatedly introduced Lianzhi to the attending ladies.

Unable to resist their curiosity, the freshly revealed Miss from the Duke of Wei’s mansion quickly attracted everyone’s attention.

Shu Yuwan was very satisfied. For her, the Crown Prince’s  Banquet was the perfect opportunity to introduce her daughter!

Even Mrs. Changning couldn’t help but glance at Lianzhi a few more times.

It must be said that this girl bore some resemblance to the Duke of Wei wife.

Shu Yuwan, who usually carried herself with dignity, was now smiling like a flower. She was genuinely happy. Mrs. Changning sighed inwardly, regretting that she didn’t have her own child.

When Shu Yuwan brought Wei Wushuang and Lianzhi to greet Mrs. Changning, the Princess took off her jade bracelet and handed it to Lianzhi, saying, “Since it’s our first meeting, I must give you a gift.”

Lianzhi was a bit hesitant to accept, but Shu Yuwan smiled and said, “When elders give gifts, you mustn’t refuse. Go ahead and take it.”

Lianzhi then stepped forward, accepted the bracelet, and thanked, “Thank you, Mrs. Changning!”

It was understandable that she was nervous. Mrs. Changning had always been a legendary figure to her, so she felt a bit out of place.

Wei Wushuang, on the side, felt a bit uncomfortable.

Although she was happy that her lost sister had been found, her mother’s attention had completely shifted to her sister. Previously, she was her mother’s only daughter, and everything at home revolved around her. Now, her mother seemed eager to give everything to her sister.

She had become invisible.

Even among the male guests, the Duke of Wei was happily telling people about finding his daughter.

When Chen Gongzi heard this news, his face turned as red as a pig’s liver.

Ning Shizi was puzzled, “What’s wrong with you? Why do you look like you’ve been struck by lightning?”

Chen Gongzi lowered his voice, his emotions running high, “Didn’t you hear! The daughter of the Chief of the Judicial family is the legitimate daughter of the Duke of Wei!”

Ning Shizi was even more confused, “I heard, but what does that have to do with us?”

Chen Gongzi didn’t know how to express his thoughts. No one had ever mentioned his secret thoughts. Originally, he wanted to take Lianzhi as a concubine, but the girl stubbornly refused and even went to find the Crown Princess.

He began to feel that the girl was ungrateful. Later, he thought it might be fine to marry her as a proper wife, even though her family background was low, as he himself was not ambitious.

Now, how did this girl suddenly become the legitimate daughter of the Duke of Wei’s family!

Chen Gongzi remained silent with a troubled expression.

Mrs. Shu, along with Tang and Zhou, had also brought their children early.

Mrs. Shu first went to the Palace. By the time she arrived, Shu Yuwan had already returned with the Crown Prince.

Mrs. Shu said, “Yuan and Qing haven’t seen our Wenyue for a long time and miss her dearly. I’ll take Wenyue to the seats on the side of the hall to play with her cousins, is it okay?”

Shu Yuwan remained noncommittal and asked the baby, “Do you want to go play with your cousins with Grandmother or stay with Mother?”

The baby, with big eyes, clung to Shu Yuwan, saying, “Mother.”

Shu Yuwan smiled, “Then stay with Mother.”

She then turned to Mrs. Shu and said, “Mother, follow Wenyue.”

Mrs. Shu nodded helplessly.

Regardless, Shu Yuwan had already given birth to the Crown Prince, securing her position. Since the child was unwilling, a bit of awkwardness was inevitable.

In life, there’s always some awkwardness!

When Shu Yuwan appeared with the baby and the Crown Prince, there was a fleeting moment of subtle glances from the crowd. However, they were quickly captivated by the Crown Prince.

Mrs. Changning couldn’t help but show a fond look in her eyes, “This child is really lovely.”

Wang Fei also looked at the Crown Prince for a while before turning to pick up the Wenyue, looking bewildered, she smiled and said, “I am your grandmother too.”

Wenyue looked at Shu Yuwan, and she nodded with a smile.

Wenyue obediently said, “Hello, Grandmother.”

Wang Fei, upon hearing this, she smiled so much  even the corners of her eyes almost showed, patting the her head gently, “You’re such a good child.”

The Crown Prince took out a prepared jade pendant and put it on Mingcheng.

He then explained the meaning and origin of the baby name to everyone, holding the child, acknowledging the royal relatives, the heavens, the earth, and the four directions.

Acknowledging, blessing, celebrating, and thanking.

Then the banquet began.

After the banquet started, the Crown Prince stayed in the palace, and Shu Yuwan took the baby back. The baby was still young and couldn’t stay outside for too long.

While Wenyue wanted to go find her cousins, so Shu Yuwan sent her over, with Qing Dai and the nanny by her side.

The little girl, although saying she wanted her mother, probably had been thinking about playing with cousin all along.

After returning and settling the Crown Prince, Shu Yuwan called Yumei over and instructed, “Go and see if Miss Shao from the Shao Mansion hasn’t come today.”

“Yes!” Yumei went off to check.

Shu Yuwan sat down, and it seemed she indeed hadn’t seen Shao Simin, only Shao Madam and Shao Siyi.

Normally, the Shao family only had Shao Simin as a daughter, so she should have been present at such an occasion!

During this period, Shao Simin hadn’t been out, which seemed a bit suspicious.

After a while, Yumei returned.

She reported, “Miss, Miss Shao indeed hasn’t come. Shao Madam told others that Miss Shao caught a chill and wasn’t feeling well.”