Unlimited estates for rural beauty-Chapter 524: The Eve of Feng Xi’s Grand Wedding (1)
Fan the matchmaker had taken on the task, and after bustling about, finally completed all the preparations by the first day of September. Only when she saw that there was no displeased expression on the Empress’s face as she sat in the chair did the rapidly beating heart in her chest slightly calm down.
"Very well done, stand up."
"Thank you, your Majesty." Having received the Empress’s praise, Fan’s face was full of smiles, and the large red velvet flower on her head quivered with every tremble, showing just how excited she was inside.
Zhu Lengqing, standing behind Feng Xuxu, held a tray covered with a red silk cloth and walked up to Fan Guihua with small, lotus-like steps, offering the item in her hands.
"Thank you, thank you." Fan Guihua joyously accepted the tray from Zhu Lengqing, her eyes brimming with the red silk cloth as her smile nearly made her eyes disappear on her face.
"This is just a part, after the wedding procession is over, I will give you the other half," Zhu Lengqing’s clear and pleasing voice floated out at the moment Fan Guihua took the tray.
Fan Guihua returned her gaze and nodded vigorously, "Certainly, certainly, this old servant will definitely manage everything properly."
The news that the young master of Mandala Villa from Feng Family was getting married had spread across the town, and now it could be said that Mandala Villa of Feng Family Village was famous far and wide. The high-yield grains they first produced had already led the villagers to wealth, followed by fruit and medicinal wines, and then the embroidery factory was opened, providing income for the women in the village. Within a couple of years, animal husbandry was introduced as well, and even the elderly who raised small animals like chickens, ducks, and geese at home could earn silver.
Cao Kun, the County Magistrate, was the first to receive the news and remembered the Magistrate’s warning that Feng Xi was someone he could not afford to offend. If anything occurred at Mandala Villa, he must be informed immediately. Sitting in his study, he thought about it and decided to write a letter outlining the time of Feng Xi’s wedding, then called his personal attendant over, "Take this letter and personally hand it to Lu Yuan, the Magistrate of Yunzhou Prefecture."
"Yes, Master," Jia Yi carefully tucked the letter away and, turning, pulled open the study door to leave.
On the sixth day of September before dawn, the villa was abuzz with noise. The butler, leading the servants, began to hang red silk cloth over the corridors, on columns, and under the eaves while maids were decorating the bridal chamber. The remaining staff started cleaning the guest rooms once again, not overlooking even the corners of the courtyards. Precious flowers were placed every few steps along the corridor, blooming in a competition of splendor.
No matter how busy or chaotic it was outside, it did not disturb the people resting in ’Lotus Garden’.
Qiqi and Yueyue were locked in ’Lotus Garden’ by Feng Xuxu, who was concerned about the recent hustle and uncertainty, fearing they might encounter trouble if they roamed out. The two young children were unhappy but didn’t dare to defy their mother’s wishes, who had sternly declared that if they stepped out of ’Lotus Garden,’ they would no longer be allowed into her ’space.’ So, for these couple of days, they obediently practiced their skills, though they longed to join the lively bustle outside, they did not dare to venture forth.
Approaching evening, Feng Xuxu, leading her maids, walked through the premises to see if anything was missing. After inspecting everything and finding all in order, she nodded in satisfaction.
After dinner, Fo Tiemu, the head of Feng Family Village, led the villagers with several ox carts following behind, loaded with tables and chairs. Once they arrived, the villagers, under the leadership of the village head, began unloading the carts and started setting up the tables without waiting for assistance. Before they could finish, the village head of Luo Family Village also arrived with the villagers, following the ox carts laden with tables and chairs.
"Brother Feng, it looks like you’ve got everything set up. Seems we’ve come a step too late."
