Chapter 508: Chapter 508: Good News One After Another

And at the children’s table, the cups were filled with sweet soup.

They followed the adults, clinking their glasses with wide smiles on their faces.

Today’s dishes were specially arranged by Chunqi.

Many of them were primarily lotus root dishes.

They were both nourishing and filling.

Everyone praised them endlessly.

The other tables were fine, but with Mr. Zeng bringing his wife along, extra care was needed.

The reason was that Mrs. Zeng was already pregnant.

She was over eight months along.

If not summoned by the Emperor, the Zeng family father and son wouldn’t have wanted her to come to the palace.

The food at the table tasted excellent.

Mrs. Zeng’s appetite seemed to be opened up.

She wanted to eat more but felt a bit embarrassed due to the presence of others.

Mrs. Feng noticed and immediately reassured her.

"Before I had children, I always loved to eat, wanting to try everything, feeling flavorless otherwise."

After speaking, she used serving chopsticks to give some to Mrs. Zeng.

Relieved, Mrs. Zeng felt grateful.

She smiled and said.

"Thank you, Mrs. Feng."

Then she didn’t hold back and started eating.

The Feng couple were older, so naturally, they took extra care of the Zeng family at the same table.

However, one was literate, the other martial.

It seemed they had little to talk about.

Yet Mrs. Zeng recalled some interesting news and smiled as she helped bridge the conversation.

"I heard that your son got engaged to Miss Jiang from Lushan Academy; such a match made in heaven is quite a story."

Mr. Zeng was originally from Lushan Academy.

Upon hearing the news, he couldn’t help but raise his eyebrow.

"Your son is betrothed to the Jiang family?"

"Yes, my son was fortunate; otherwise, he wouldn’t have such luck in finding a good wife."

"Mrs. Feng is being modest; your young master is an outstanding general favored by the Emperor at such a young age, with great prospects. Moreover, your daughter is the sister-in-law of the Imperial Concubine; many families in Shengjing City envy you."

Mrs. Zeng’s words made Mrs. Feng feel proud.

But seeing her son Zeng Konghou’s composed expression beside her.

She calmed down quite a bit.

Don’t underestimate this child’s age.

He observed etiquette while eating without any faults.

It made the Feng couple a bit nervous.

Afraid they’d show less decorum than the young one.

Therefore, they were extra cautious.

"Mrs. Zeng is too kind, please enjoy the food."

They quickly changed the topic.

Their table talked less.

The table beside them, with the Dou family, seemed more harmonious.

Everyone’s chopsticks kept adding food to Dong Qiuyue’s plate, urging her to eat more.

She felt a bit embarrassed.

To the retired Old Master Dou, she said.

"Grandfather is the elder, naturally you should eat more. I can’t eat much."

"It’s all right, eat as much as you like, careful not to overeat and feel uncomfortable."

As he spoke, his eyes were filled with contentment.

He glanced at the Dou family elders, who immediately paused their eating.

They had things on their minds but thought it better to hold off speaking.

Meanwhile, Doctor Xiao Dou whispered to Dong Qiuyue.

"Grandfather is right, even though you’re pregnant and should supplement, overeating is uncomfortable. Eat as much as you need."

"Yes, I know."

Dong Qiuyue smiled and replied.

She married into the Dou family in April and was pregnant by August.

The entire Dou family was quite happy.

However, since her pregnancy was just under three months, it hadn’t been announced yet.

So, only the Second Madam and Mrs. Dong from her family knew.

Others were unaware.

During the meal, Mrs. Dong kept glancing at her.

Her eyes were filled with joy and concern.

But given the occasion, she could only swallow her words.

Later she might find a chance to ask her properly.

How has her health been lately?

Yet, naturally, it should be fine.

Being from a medical family, the Dou family could take good care of her and the baby.

Seeing her rosy complexion, brimming with energy, it’s evident.

So Mrs. Dong wasn’t too worried.

Everyone enjoyed the meal with pleasure.

But the Old Marquis of Rongchang Marquis Mansion seemed anxious.

No longer mindful of the occasion, he asked the Fourth Prince.

"Prince, do you know when my grandson Huanqing will return from Ce State to the Capital? It’s less than a month to his wedding, yet he’s still out there. My heart is hanging!"

Fourth Prince couldn’t help joking.

"Old Marquis is anxious?"

"How can I not be anxious? Look at all these families with children all around; I’m envious!"

While speaking, he added gestures of chest-thumping.

The Emperor and Fourth Prince were amused.

It’s nearly time for the wedding.

So Fourth Prince assured him.

"Don’t worry, Old Marquis. I’ll have someone send the message urgently. In ten days, Huanqing will be at the Marquis Mansion, ready for his wedding!"

"Good, good! That’s wonderful! Please, Fourth Prince and Princess Consort, honor us with your presence."

"Ha ha, even if you hadn’t asked, I’d still want to come; Huanqing is a promising young leader in the Imperial Armor Army, definitely worthy of celebrating his marriage!"

He then said mysteriously.

"I’ve prepared my grand gift, just waiting to present it."

He next looked at the Feng couple and smiled.

"Feng Qi won’t miss it either!"

His words amused everyone.

Lin Xingzhi sincerely felt happy for his brothers’ happiness.

He also hoped to recover quickly.

He planned to ride to the battlefield with them.

After several rounds of drinks and full meals.

The lively birthday banquet was almost over.

The Emperor arranged for a play at Changyin Pavilion and took the group there.

Originally, Lin Wanyi and others planned to go. 𝙛𝒓𝓮𝙚𝔀𝒆𝒃𝓷𝒐𝓿𝙚𝓵.𝙘𝒐𝒎

But after learning unexpectedly that both his sister-in-law and cousin were pregnant, they decided against joining the bustle.

Instead, they stayed to chat and catch up.

Sixth Prince was overcome with sleepiness.

So he returned to his quarters for an afternoon nap.

The Crown Prince and others felt energetic and planned to sit together to unwrap the birthday gifts.

Seeing this, Lin Wanyi let the children play in the side hall.

She took the ladies who weren’t going to watch the play to the flower room for tea and rest.

In the side hall.

The Crown Prince hastily unwrapped gifts into a scattered mess.

Among the many gifts.

As precious as the Emperor’s 芙蓉 Green Pendant from the Fourth Prince and Princess Consort.