Chapter 231:

Chapter 231:

Chapter 231

"The Royal Paddock is not far from the capital. It covers a large area of ​​​​mountain forest. I heard that there are many wild beasts in it to make hunting more difficult. The children of the aristocratic families in the capital want to show off in front of His Highness, but they have to rely on the hunting ground."

As Wei Hanzhang spoke, he thought of his cousins ​​from the Jiang family and added: "Our brothers are all good at riding. This time we are all going to show our faces. If nothing else, at least we can make some friends in the capital."

“It’s more fun under the Imperial City than in Jiangnan,” Jiang Zhixue said with a smile: “If we were in Xuzhou, we would either go to the lake every day, or go out for an outing or enjoy flowers. How could there be so many grand events.”

“Then I can see His Highness the Crown Prince this time?”

Jiang Zhiqi suddenly became excited, took Wei Hanzhang's hand, and said excitedly: "Not long after I came to the capital, I heard that His Highness is wise and martial, and has a fairy-like appearance and a jade-like appearance. Is this true?"

Before Wei Hanzhang could speak, Jiang Zhixue said, "I have seen him from a distance once."

Hearing this, Jiang Zhiqi immediately turned to look at her and urged: "Tell us quickly."

 Even Jiang Zhiqin was obviously in high spirits.

Evidently, I have also heard of the name of His Highness, the eighteen-year-old superintendent of the country, and am extremely curious about him.

 “Well...”

Jiang Zhixue slowed down her tone and waited for them to urge her again and again before smiling and saying: "His Royal Highness the Crown Prince is the most majestic man I have ever seen in my life. At that time, he was surrounded by a group of princes and he came out with an imposing manner. It’s so scary to look at, it’s enough to make people forget what he looks like.”

She had a serious expression on her face. Jiang Zhiqi was a little lost in thought and subconsciously asked, "You mean His Highness is mediocre in appearance?"

 “…” Wei Hanzhang, unable to interrupt, remained silent.

Jiang Zhixue glanced at her cousin angrily and said angrily, "Everyone is kneeling. Who dares to raise his head to see what His Highness looks like, but it's definitely the same."

She was far away at the time and didn’t take a serious look at it in a hurry, but it left a deep impression on her heart.

Seeing that there was no news from her, Jiang Zhiqi turned back to Wei Hanzhang and asked, "Is His Highness really so scary? Ran Ran, are you afraid of him?"

"..." Wei Hanzhang paused and looked at her carefully. He saw that although she was excited, she didn't have the shyness of a girl. He said helplessly: "It's not that scary. You'll know when you see her."

　　…She didn’t even know that Xiao Boqian’s reputation was so far-reaching that even her cousin looked like a fan of his.

Thinking of something, Wei Hanzhang looked at Jiang Zhixue again. She remembered that this third cousin seemed to be extremely curious about Xiao Boqian before.

However, when she returned to Beijing this time and the two sisters had been together in private for so long, she never asked herself about Xiao Boqian.

The girls in the boudoir have seen very few foreign men. It is natural for them to be curious about such a young and outstanding ruler of the empire who is more than ten thousand people. It is not out of the ordinary for sisters to chat in private.

Thinking about this, she slowly breathed a sigh of relief inexplicably.

During the chat, it was getting late, and Jiang sent someone to look for him.

Seeing that her cousin was about to leave, Jiang Zhiqin advised: "It's rare for sisters to get together, Ran Ran, please don't go back tonight."

"That's right, you don't even have any sisters to talk to in your family. How boring." Jiang Zhiqi agreed with a smile: "While the weather hasn't gotten too cold yet, how about all four of us sisters going to the eldest sister's yard tonight to cook and drink? "

"Unfortunately today, we have something serious to do." Wei Hanzhang stood up, shook his head and said: "After all, we will all be in the capital from now on, so we sisters don't have to worry about not being able to get together. If you are afraid that I will be bored, you can come to my house to play with me. " As for greetings and such, there is no need to mention this among my sisters.

Yesterday, I was going to visit Wei Hanyue in the family temple with Jiang, but I was summoned to the palace temporarily. Today I have to ask about this matter.

The sisters returned to the main courtyard. There were only three aunts inside, talking to Mrs. Jiang and Mrs. Jiang. The men were all busy with their own affairs.

Although Mr. Jiang has been an official for many years, he still has three or five old friends in the capital who can get together from time to time. Now that he is a third-grade uncle, he only needs to drink tea and go fishing every day, so that he can live his life in peace and contentment.

The second and third masters of the Jiang family are both officials in Xuzhou. No matter how low their rank is, they finally have their duties.

Only my uncle, who has just returned from exile today, has lost his official title. Not to mention that he cannot hold his head up in front of his two younger brothers. Even in front of his nephew who has already been elected as a scholar in the second eldest brother's house, he has no shame to act like an elder.

　　How can a sinner who almost harmed the whole family have the dignity to show his face to others without having any official position?

Sisters Wei Hanzhang entered the door and saw that the atmosphere inside was a bit dull. They were a little puzzled, but they didn't ask any more questions.

After Jiang Zhiqi sat down next to his mother, he couldn't wait to tell his elders about the autumn hunting.

Several ladies from the Jiang family also heard about this for the first time and asked in surprise: "Are you sure about the date? Our children are going back to such a big event for the first time, so we must be well prepared."

"The specific date has not yet been decided," Wei Hanzhang said, "but His Highness has said that it will be within a few days, and someone in the palace will come to deliver the order."

As soon as these words came out, the atmosphere in the hall was like a splash of water from a frying pan, and it was extremely lively.

 First, he asked about the situation of the hunting ground in detail, and the ladies' faces were filled with joy.

Not long after I first came to the capital, the Jiang family held a housewarming party. However, the background was not deep after all, so many people came because of the Jiang family's favor.

An event like the Autumn Hunt, in which the prince personally attends, is much grander than the banquets held by various governments.

When several elders of the Jiang family learned about the autumn hunt, they couldn't help but be cautious and were thinking about what they should prepare.

Especially, children who are not yet married should take more care.

It would be a great joy if you can get a good marriage.

Thinking of this, several ladies from the Jiang family asked Jiang, the Duke's wife, about the rules that needed to be observed to avoid offending the nobles.

In a place like the capital where princes and nobles gather, a small earl is really nothing. A newcomer cannot offend anyone at will.

"Ran Ran..." While the conversation was getting lively, Mrs. Jiang suddenly showed hesitation and said cautiously: "Has your Highness said that the heir of our eldest son might accompany you?"

Wei Hanzhang responded with a smile: "My uncle has been exempted from his punishment. Now he is no longer a guilty minister. He is just the uncle of Chengen's house. Of course, my cousins ​​can go."

"That's good." After hearing this, Wan's face softened visibly, and she said with tears in her eyes: "Now I don't expect your uncle to cheer up. I just hope that my children will not be missed."

The eldest son has three sons and two daughters. The second son has already married, the eldest daughter has been divorced and went home, and the marriage of the remaining son and one daughter has not been decided.

 The father's crime affects only the daughter's marriage, but for the son, it not only affects the marriage, but also has a more serious impact on the future.