EBE Chapter 69 Qiu Yueli greatly admired him.
Chapter 69 Qiu Yueli greatly admired him.
Qin Jiuwei was in the small kitchen, instructing the cook to prepare medicinal cuisine to nourish the children.
Xie Jing and Xie Jue are studying nowadays, which requires a lot of eye strain, so their medicinal diet consists of wolfberry and pork liver porridge.
Both goji berries and pork liver are good for eyesight.
Qin Jiuwei's cooking skills were mediocre, so she didn't cook herself. However, she was still a little worried and checked all the ingredients before returning to the main house.
But to her surprise, the kitchen was empty before she went there, but when she came back, it was packed with people.
When Xie Jue saw her return, he immediately rushed towards her.
Xie Jingchun, watching from the side, couldn't help but purse her lips. Being small has its advantages; you can act cute and charming anytime.
"Young Master," a maidservant at the door announced.
Qin Jiuwei turned around with Xie Jue in her arms, and met Xie Yanli's cold, dark eyes.
She smiled at him and softly called out, "My husband."
Xie Yanli nodded slightly. He hadn't originally wanted to come to the main house, but considering that the child was still there, he decided to come and see anyway.
When his gaze fell on Nan Nan, he couldn't help but frown slightly.
He hadn't been in the house for only two days; when did this maid appear inside?
It looks so small, about the same size as Xie Jing.
Qin Jiuwei noticed Xie Yanli's gaze.
Xie Yanli hadn't come to the main house for the past two days, so it's understandable that he would be surprised to suddenly see Nannan.
She walked up to Xie Yanli and explained gently.
However, it didn't mention Xie Jingchun's visit to the gambling den, since it was a misunderstanding; it was just a brief summary.
"This little girl was rescued by Chun Ge'er. We felt sorry for her, so we brought her back to be a little maid."
Xie Yanli nodded, his gaze towards her growing even more profound.
I never expected her to be so kind.
Xie Yanli simply ignored the part about Xie Jingchun saving the person...
On the way to the main courtyard for dinner, Qin Jiuwei recounted to him the major events that had occurred in the manor that day.
She walked beside him, her voice gentle, "My lord, the Lady of the Marquis's niece has arrived at the manor today, her name is..."
Xie Yanli was still listening to her speak, but because the two were too close, he stopped.
The faint fragrance emanating from her enveloped him, like an invisible hand gently plucking at his heartstrings.
The two hadn't been this close since that night.
Xie Yanli couldn't help but recall that night when the two of them were pressed close together, and his nose was filled with that faint fragrance.
But when she's moved, this delicate fragrance becomes exceptionally rich and sweet...
"Miss Qiu will also be coming to the main courtyard later..."
As Qin Jiuwei was speaking, she suddenly noticed that Xie Yanli seemed to be lost in thought, and couldn't help but softly call out, "Husband."
Xie Yanli snapped out of his daze and nodded subconsciously, "Okay."
Qin Jiuwei: ……
Do you know what I'm talking about?
Never mind, Xie Yanli's mind is on official business, and he must have been thinking about it just now.
I shouldn't bother him with this kind of thing.
Main courtyard.
"Greetings to the Marquis, and to the Old Madam." Qiu Yueli curtsied gracefully, her voice soft and gentle.
Madam Xie smiled and said, "Get up quickly." Then she turned to look at Madam Hou and began to praise her.
"Your niece is really wonderful. Not only is she beautiful, but she is also very well-mannered."
Qiu Yueli smiled slightly upon hearing this.
She knew that with her looks and talent, she was exceptionally outstanding in the entire capital.
"Young Master, the young mistress has arrived," a maid announced from outside the door.
Qiu Yueli immediately turned her gaze toward the doorway.
She had heard of Xie Shizi's great name long ago. After the Battle of Blackwater, everyone in Daliang knew Xie Yanli.
Qiu Yueli greatly admired him.
However, I have never seen him and do not know what he looks like.
Soon, a tall figure slowly entered the room.
The moment Xie Yanli stepped across the threshold, everyone in the room couldn't help but look at him.
He wore a white robe with wide sleeves, and his figure was as slender and elegant as a pine tree.
Her eyebrows were like ink strokes, exceptionally refined and unparalleled.
There was no smile on his face, and his expression was cold and aloof. Outsiders would immediately think that he was a noble and unapproachable person.
Qiu Yueli's heart pounded, and she couldn't help but blush.
She never expected that Prince Xie would not only be so talented and beautiful, but also so handsome—the most handsome man she had ever seen…
But the next moment, a beautiful figure walked up to Xie Yanli and stood next to him.
Qin Jiuwei was naturally beautiful, with a pair of slightly upturned peach blossom eyes set in her smooth oval face, bright and lively.
Wearing a begonia-red dress further accentuated her fair skin, making her appear even more charming and beautiful.
Although she is beautiful, she has a gentle and quiet temperament and does not appear frivolous.
The two of them standing together looked like a perfect couple.
Qiu Yueli couldn't help but feel a pang of sadness.
After Xie Yanli and Qin Jiuwei paid their respects to their elders, they sat down in their seats.
Qiu Yueli's gaze followed Xie Yanli the whole time, but she noticed that Xie Yanli hadn't looked at her once from beginning to end.
Her initial excitement was immediately dampened.
Qiu Yueli bit her lip and sat down in her seat.
Dinner was quickly served by the maids.
"This dish is quite good. Is it something new made in the kitchen? What's it called?"
After tasting the dish in front of her, Madam Xie exclaimed in praise.
Madam Hou smiled proudly and said, "Madam, this dish wasn't made by the kitchen, but by Yue Li."
"Really?" Madam Xie was somewhat surprised. "I didn't expect Miss Qiu to be able to cook."
Qiu Yueli said, "This dish is called Hibiscus Crab Stew, and it's a famous dish from Linzhou."
She lowered her eyes and said, "Yue Li's cooking skills are not very good, I hope the old lady will not mind."
Madam Xie shook her head and quickly said, "Not at all, your cooking skills are no worse than the head chef of the Marquis's mansion. You are too modest, child."
A glint of light flashed in Qiu Yueli's eyes; it was just as she had expected.
She made a special inquiry this afternoon and learned that Madam Xie liked to eat crab, so she specially prepared this dish.
In the Marquis's mansion, the Marquis no longer manages affairs, and the Marquis's wife has already sided with her. All that remains is to please the old lady.
But what she really wanted was...
Qiu Yueli gazed at that peerless, elegant figure with her watery eyes, her delicate face filled with anticipation.
"Your Highness, would you like to try some of Yue Li's cooking?"