Jia Yujing of Red Mansion

Chapter 26 The Daughters of the Jia Mansion
A few days later, a piece of news in the Beijing newspaper was like a huge stone thrown into the lake, instantly causing a huge sensation in Shilin circles and causing waves.

At this time when rumors about Jia Qiong were spreading, the Wang family suddenly wanted to hold such a poetry gathering.

They even used "Quick Snow and Clear Tie" as a bonus and invited many heavyweight guests to the stage. The intention is self-evident.

The entire literary circle in Chang'an became agitated. They felt that they had literary talents and were gearing up to show off their talents.

Those who are not confident can still hope to join in the fun and witness this event with their own eyes.

People can imagine how exciting this poetry competition will be. In order to come out on top, the talented people participating in the poetry competition will definitely try their best.

In the garden, Prince Jia learned the news from the Qing guests.

His face turned green and red at that time, and he almost lost his breath.

Although Prince Jia is less generous, his IQ is online. He has actually regretted it these days.

At that time, he was angry and said bad things about Jia Qiong, but he did not expect that the matter would become a big deal.

And the rumors are getting more and more outrageous, and it actually involves the Wang family.

If he had known that things would develop to this point, not only would he not say anything wrong about Jia Qiong, but he would also treat Corporal Xian as his friend.

King Jia knows how powerful the Wang family is. Although he usually doesn't show off his power, you can tell by looking at the current cabinet.

Among the five bachelors, two were promoted by Mr. Wang.

After offending the Wang family, it would be almost impossible for King Jia to become the crown prince.

So although he felt extremely aggrieved, he still had to find ways to repair his relationship with the Wang family.

Originally, he didn't think the Wang family would think much of Jia Qiong, so he planned to wait until the matter calmed down before finding an opportunity to resolve the misunderstanding with the Wang family.

But this poetry meeting clearly sent a signal that Jia Qiong was very valued by the Wang family.

Old Man Wang even chose Lan Yueting as the venue for the poetry meeting, which was a clear expression of dissatisfaction with him.

King Jia quickly found someone to ask his think tank to come up with countermeasures. As a prince who aspired to compete for the throne, it was impossible for him not to have people around him who could provide advice.

It's just that this person usually lives behind the scenes and won't come to him easily.

In a blink of an eye, the Mid-Autumn Festival is here on August [-]th.

This is the day when thousands of families reunite, and the Rongguo Mansion is decorated with lights and colorful lights, preparing to celebrate the festival.

Ever since the mansion received the news of Jia Min's death last month, and then Jia's mother fell ill again, the Jia mansion has been shrouded in sadness.

The masters were all worried, and the servants did not dare to joke around.

Fortunately, Jia Mu was always careless. After more than a month of nursing, her grief over the loss of her daughter slowly dissipated, and her body gradually recovered.

It happened to be the Mid-Autumn Festival, and the old lady didn't want the house to be deserted all the time.

So she ordered a big banquet for everyone to have fun together, and the dark cloud of Jia Min's death was over.

Early in the morning, Jia Qiong received a message from Rong Guofu, inviting him to go to a family dinner in the evening.

As the most famous young talent in Chang'an City, the Jia family is now beginning to pay attention to him, a sidekick.

Especially Jia Zheng, because of his nephew, he gained a lot of face in front of his colleagues, so he often went to talk to Jia Qiong.

However, Jia Qiong had only met male masters such as Jia Zheng, Jia She, and Jia Zhen before.

He has never been to an occasion like today's Mid-Autumn Festival family banquet to meet his family members.

Jia Qiong originally wanted to give it up and spend the holidays with her family.

However, after my aunt's persuasion, I finally came to the banquet.

He first went to Mengpo Zhai to meet Jia Zheng and had a conversation.

Soon a boy came to report that the banquet and banquet were all ready, and the old lady sent someone to hurry up.

So Jia Zheng led Jia Qiong all the way through the hall and courtyard to the front of Rongxi Hall.

The large courtyard of Rongxi Hall inside the Yimen consists of five spacious main rooms and deer-topped rooms on both sides.

Needless to say, it is connected in all directions, magnificent and affluent.

At this moment, two tables have been arranged in front of the hall, separated by a screen in the middle. The tables are filled with delicacies.

When the two came, Jia Mu and others were already there.

Jia Zheng and Jia Qiong came forward and met with everyone one by one.The two of them were going back to the male guests' table to sit down when they heard Jia Mu, who was standing next to them, say: "Brother Qiong is still young, so he should sit here with us to save you from making him drink.

You younger brothers and sisters are always talking to the old lady and want to meet your brother. "

The charming Sister Feng, who was dressed in silk and silk, said with a smile: "That's what our ancestors said. Brother Qiong is now a famous talent in Chang'an City, and no one else can invite him.

Sitting here can also allow us lay people to gain some talents, right? "

Jia Zheng nodded and said, "That's it. Brother Qiong, please sit here."

As soon as Jia Zheng left, Jia Baoyu, who had been cowering like a quail just now and did not dare to speak, immediately became active.

He stood up and pulled Jia Qiong and said, "Brother Qiong, please sit next to me."

Jia Qiong didn't shirk and sat down.

During the ceremony just now, he had always followed the rules and couldn't look around casually.

Only now did he have the opportunity to take a good look at everyone. Everyone's image was similar to what Jia Qiong had imagined.

Mrs. Jia is a kind-faced rich old lady, while Mrs. Xing and Mrs. Wang both look like women in their 40s.

In Sanchunli, Yingchun is older, but he is probably only eight or nine years old. The other two are just cute little lolita, and there is not much to say.

The three daughters-in-law, Youshi, Li Wan and Wang Xifeng, each have their own merits.

Youshi is the oldest, but she is still a mature woman, and her charm is still there.

Li Wan is still a beautiful young woman in her early twenties. Although she is dressed in plain clothes, she has a gentle temperament and a dignified appearance.

Not to mention Sister Feng, this beautiful young woman who was described by Cao Xueqin as a fairy concubine, is even more beautiful than Wang Yuyan.

At the Mid-Autumn Festival family banquet, Sister Feng and others do not have to set the rules as usual.

After offering a few chopsticks of food to Jia Mu in a symbolic way, Jia Mu asked everyone to sit down.

Wang Xifeng, who is usually responsible for enlivening the atmosphere, began to perform her duties immediately.

She smiled and said: "Ancestor, look at Brother Qiong's character and appearance, he is really more beautiful than my daughter's family."

Jia Baoyu immediately echoed: "Brother Qiong is not only good at writing poems, but he is also so handsome. He is really a first-rate person."

Jia Qiong almost got goosebumps when she heard this. She thought to herself that it would be okay if Sister Feng said I was good-looking. You, a seven-year-old kid, don't know much.

"Sister-in-law Feng and Brother Bao are ridiculous, their appearance is just skin.

A good man should have the ability to serve the country and bring peace to the people like the old Duke, then that would be considered his true ability. "

Jia Qiong expressed her disdain for the appearance party and asked them not to continue this topic. By the way, she also flattered Jia's mother.

When Jia Mu heard this, she was really happy and said with a smile: "Good boy, you are ambitious."

"Oh, my sister-in-law is ignorant of this. I can't apologize to Uncle Qiong."

Wang Xifeng said, picking up the wine pot and coming to pour wine for Jia Qiong.

Maybe she thought he was young, but Sister Feng had no scruples at all. She leaned against him, and the sweet body fragrance made Jia Qiong's heart flutter.

Jia Qiong quickly calmed down and said, "Sister-in-law Feng was joking, but I didn't mean it."

Mrs. Wang said calmly at this time: "Brother Qiong is still young, how can he drink? Girl Feng, don't mess around."

She was a little unhappy with this sideline boy. Jia Zheng always compared Jia Qiong with Jia Baoyu and said her son was worthless.

Now that Jia Qiong came and stole Jia Baoyu's limelight, can she feel happy?

Sister Feng said with a smile: "Oh, Madam, I forgot if you didn't tell me. Brother Qiong's whole-body demeanor really doesn't look like he was just ten years old."

Youshi smiled and said, "Brother Qiong is full of poetry and calligraphy."

Jia Baoyu asked: "Brother Qiong, do you have any new works recently?"

"I've been busy with my studies lately, so I haven't written any poetry."

"Uncle Qiong is so talented, why not make a song now." Sister Feng.

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During a Mid-Autumn Festival family dinner, Jia Qiong was busy dealing with various problems and felt extremely tired.

(End of this chapter)