The lively and festive first month slipped through the fingers like flying.
In the blink of an eye, it’s the second month of the lunar calendar.
On February 2, the dragon raises its head.
The so-called "Dragon Heads Up" refers to the seven constellations of the Eastern Canglong among the Twenty-Eight Constellations. Because every year at the beginning of the Mao lunar month in mid-spring, the "Dragon Horn Star" will appear from the eastern horizon at dusk, so it is called "Dragon Heads Up".
Because in legend, dragons can move clouds and spread rain, eliminate disasters and bring blessings to the world, and they symbolize auspiciousness. Therefore, since ancient times, everyone has celebrated on the day of "dragon raises its head" to show respect for the dragon.
, and pray for his blessings, good weather and good harvests this year.
This day is also known as Qinglong Festival, Spring Plowing Festival, etc. It is also a traditional folk festival.
There have always been customs such as worshiping the kitchen god, eating dragon food, and harvesting dragon energy. In order to seek good luck, the food eaten on February 2nd is named after the "dragon", such as noodles, which are called "dragon beard noodles".
", the dumplings can be called "dragon ears" and "dragon horns", all of which have beautiful meanings related to dragons.
Therefore, early in the morning on February 2nd, before the sky became clear, Cai Xing led the grandmothers and girls in the courtyard to get busy early.
Knead the noodles, chop the stuffing, and wrap the "dragon ears". The fat and white "dragon ears" look really cute. Before they even come out of the pot, they make people's index fingers move.
"The old lady had the foresight to buy these kitchen utensils for our courtyard, otherwise where would we make such delicious food!"
Cai Xing couldn't hide the joy on his face, but there was a hint of sarcasm in his words.
Why ridicule? Actually, there is a reason for this.
The small kitchen in Bai Yanqing's courtyard was ordered by Ren, the old lady of the Bai family. It turned out that Ren didn't like to see Bai Yanqing wandering around in front of her after returning home during the holidays. Therefore, she said, "Bai Yanqing is weak and should not move around much."
"For this reason, Bai Yanqing was detained in her own small courtyard to avoid disturbing her eyes.
As for why Cai Xing was happy, it was indeed convenient to have this small kitchen. It also saved them from having to go to the back kitchen of the house to beg for a few plates of food.
Secondly, Bai Yanqing decides all the purchases for the small kitchen in their courtyard by herself. She doesn't have to look at the faces of the purchasing women in the house, so she can save a lot of money.
Being wise in the world saves you a lot of twists and turns.
However, Caixing's happiness did not last long.
Just when they were busy working early in the morning and were just about to put all kinds of food on the table, a maid came up from the front and told them that the master had passed down breakfast for everyone.
This early in the morning, do you want to pass on breakfast?
This is a strange thing. Originally, Bai Jingxuan rarely had breakfast with everyone.
Bai Yanqing's master and servants looked at each other in confusion, and finally had no choice but to agree.
Seeing those fat and white "dragon ears" being withdrawn one by one, Bai Yanqing couldn't help but feel a little bit resentful in her heart, because... she was really hungry! After all, she was dining with Bai Jingxuan and Ren.
Very few times I came back feeling full.
Hey, it’s so sad! Life is so miserable! I can’t even survive even after breakfast.
"Don't worry, Miss. Cai Xing asked the nuns to warm it up for Miss. You can eat it when you get back."
After all, it was Cai Xing who understood Bai Yanqing's little thoughts. She quickly arranged for the meal to be removed, and at the same time asked the maid to boil the water in the pot, eat the plates and put them in the steamer to heat them up.
Bai Yanqing gave Cai Xing a thumbs up with satisfaction, and then she calmly carried Cai Xing toward the front yard.
"Master, didn't you go to court today?"
Bai Yanqing helped Cai Xing move slowly while winking at Cai Xing to trick the maid who was delivering the message.
"I went and came back early."
The maid hesitated to speak, as if she had something to say that she couldn't express clearly.
Seeing this, Bai Yanqing glanced at Cai Xing, and both of them saw surprise in the other's eyes.
This is strange. It is supposed to be that it is not the time for the next court. Why did you come back so early? You also specially called someone to pick up Bai Yanqing for breakfast. If something goes wrong, there must be a monster. This matter is indeed revealed.
It's a bit strange.
Once it comes, make peace with it.
Bai Yanqing has nothing to worry about, she's just worried that this breakfast is unusual! After all, she doesn't want the best morning of the day to be ruined by something unpleasant, which will affect her mood throughout the day.
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Bai Yanqing is not worried about what others will do, after all, the Bai Mansion is still pointing at her!
Take your time and walk slowly.
Bai Yanqing winked at Cai Xing again. Cai Xing understood and quietly slowed down.
Who knows that the daughter of the Bai family has been frail since she was a child? If she runs too fast, she will be out of breath and her old illness will relapse!
When Bai Yanqing's master and servant slowly walked into the hall, Ren and Bai Furong's mother and daughter had obviously been seated for a long time. They thought that this time they would be scolded by Ren, but unexpectedly, Ren just rolled his eyes at Bai Yanqing and didn't say much.
Yan. Even Lai Feiyan, who usually likes to find trouble, didn't say a word. Is this really the sun rising in the west?
Tsk tsk tsk.
interesting!
"Miss……"
As soon as Bai Yanqing sat down, Cai Xing leaned over and called her softly in her ear, then secretly tugged on her sleeve.
Bai Yanqing raised her eyes, followed Cai Xing's gaze, and looked towards the door. She saw Bai Jingxuan leading a woman sideways into the hall.
The moment he saw the woman, Bai Yanqing already had a rough guess.
I see!
The woman entered the hall and everyone stood up.
"This is Nanny Sun from the palace. Your Majesty is particularly gracious and has allowed Nanny Sun to enter the White House first today."
After a brief two-sentence introduction, everyone in the hall understood everything.
Aunt Sun must be the nanny sent to the Bai family by the palace to teach.
While everyone bowed their heads respectfully and gave blessings, only Bai Yanqing looked up thoughtfully and glanced at Grandma Sun.
The Ji family had already secretly sent a message to Bai Yanqing, saying that the palace was originally scheduled to send all the nuns to the various mansions on the sixth day of February.
But why is it that today, on the second day of the second lunar month, a nanny has entered the White Mansion first? This matter is a bit intriguing.
Bai Yanqing had only heard a little bit about this Aunt Sun.
Rumor has it that Grandma Sun was the dowry girl of the late Queen, and she had a deep relationship with her since she was a child. Even if the late Queen passed away many years ago, her status in the palace is unshakable. Even the emperor and the current queen are both
I am very courteous to him.
Now, the emperor has sent this nanny Sun into the Bai Mansion. His intention, in the eyes of outsiders, is that he actually sends such a highly respected person into the Bai Mansion. This is an act of the emperor attaching great importance to the Bai family!
However, the real reason is probably only known by the person involved.
"It is an honor for our entire Bai family to move to Yubai Mansion!"
The old lady of the Bai family, Ren, has always had a style.
Yingmei stepped forward and wanted to reach out to help Nanny Sun, but unexpectedly, Nanny Sun avoided her without leaving any trace. Ren's hands fell into the air, she retracted her hands in embarrassment, and then winked hard at Lai Feiyan.
"My little girl, Lai Feiyan, has met Grandma Sun."
After receiving the hint from Ren, Lai Feiyan stepped forward uninterested and greeted Nanny Sun again.
Unexpectedly, Grandma Sun was not a good person. She didn't even look at Lai Feiyan. Maybe in her eyes, not everyone was worthy of being greeted by her.
Being treated coldly by Aunt Sun, Lai Feiyan looked a bit embarrassed and displeased, but she couldn't show it too obviously. After all, Aunt Sun was a member of the palace, and she also pointed at Aunt Sun to teach her how to use the palace.
Here’s the gift!
Seeing that both Ren and Lai Feiyan were sitting on the bench, Bai Jingxuan was also a little embarrassed.
He had always heard about Grandma Sun's temper, but as soon as she arrived at the Bai Mansion, she gave the Bai Mansion some authority. Others did not dare to say it clearly. As the master of the Bai Mansion, he naturally wanted to smooth things over.
"Mommy, you've worked hard all the way. It's getting late now, let's have breakfast first!"
Seeing Bai Jingxuan speak, everyone felt relieved and breathed a sigh of relief, and then sat down politely.
It's just that their faces are not very good-looking.
However, everyone probably didn't notice that Bai Yanqing didn't say a word from the beginning to the end of this situation.
After everyone was seated, Bai Jingxuan quickly ordered his servants to prepare dishes for Grandma Sun, and the servants were also attentive and prepared.
"If Grandma Sun doesn't mind it, I'm willing to serve as a cook for Grandma."
At this time, Lai Feiyan regained her confidence and was extremely diligent, as if she was determined to please Grandma Sun.
"dislike."
Grandma Sun put down her chopsticks slowly, without raising her head, and slowly uttered two words.
"puff……"
Hearing this, Bai Yanqing couldn't help but laugh.
It must have been the first time in Lai Feiyan's life that she suffered such a blow!
When everyone saw this, they all frowned and looked up at Bai Yanqing. Their eyes were all accusing her of being disrespectful.
Bai Yanqing quickly took out the handkerchief, tucked the corners of her mouth, then slowly stood up and blessed Grandma Sun.
"Sorry for making grandma laugh."
Bai Yanqing did not hide it, she stood up openly, with a smile on her face, and stared at Grandma Sun with piercing eyes, without even the slightest hint of timidity. She said apologetic words, but there was no hint of shrinking or being humble to please her.
Meaning.
"This is..."
Perhaps she felt that the girl in front of her was not as pleasing to her as others, so Grandma Sun frowned slightly, feeling a little dissatisfied.
"It's my little girl Yan Qing."
Bai Jingxuan quickly took over the conversation, but there was no hint of displeasure on his face, as if he was not aware of Bai Yanqing's actions.
"I see."
Hearing this, Grandma Sun's eyes softened a bit, and when she faced Bai Yanqing, there was actually a smile on her face!
"The Bai family girl has grown so tall! She is as beautiful as her mother!"
Grandma Sun's eyes seemed to overflow with water.
"I vaguely remember that when I first saw the girl from the Bai family, she was still so little. She was small and soft in my hands. At that time, she was still a pretty girl.
Baby, I don't know much about the world. With my eyes wide open, I can only smile at the old slave. It really hurts my heart."
Grandma Sun looked at Bai Yanqing in a daze and started to recall the past!
Speaking of happiness, Grandma Sun did not forget to raise her hand and picture the scene of Bai Yanqing being wrapped in swaddling clothes and being held in someone's arms.
Everyone was a little surprised when they saw Grandma Sun's rare gentle look.
Who would have thought that Grandma Sun, who was so serious and difficult to get close to, could actually have such a kind side. What is even more surprising is that the rumored high-ranking Grandma Sun actually used the title "Old Slave" to Bai Yanqing!