After the noble lady was reborn, the whole mansion begged her for forgiveness

Qin Suling, following the Queen's order, is ready to enter the palace.

It was a poetry festival that the Queen had carefully prepared, and everyone in and outside the capital was eagerly looking forward to it.

Although the Queen was getting older, she was still graceful and elegant, and enjoyed a high status in the capital. Naturally, everyone looked forward to her at court banquets.

At dawn, Qin Suling had already gotten up and washed, wearing intricate and gorgeous brocade clothes, each piece of which was ingeniously crafted and dazzling; the gold jewelry was shining, and the elegant makeup added a touch of otherworldliness.

Afterwards, she and Long Mei got into the carriage together and went to the poetry reading.

As this poetry gathering brought together many elegant people, many literati and scholars were also invited to attend.

Qin Zhinan rode his horse side by side and joked, "Little sister, why don't you try out the horse that grandfather gave you at this event?"

Qin Suling covered her lips lightly and declined the offer on the grounds of the scorching summer heat: "I appreciate your kindness, brother, but the heat is unbearable and riding a horse may not be a good option."

In fact, calligraphy and horse riding are both new things to her and still need to be honed.

Although she has been practicing calligraphy diligently in recent days, her handwriting still looks childish, like a child's doodles.

As for the art of horse riding, I haven't practiced it for a long time. I thought to myself that if I could master this skill again, it would make traveling more convenient in the future.

The Marquis Yongyi's Mansion was not far from the imperial palace, and the group quickly arrived at their destination.

After getting off the bus, we saw guests crowded together, some gathering and some dispersing, with laughter and joy, making the place very lively.

Qin Suling, with a smile on her face, moved among the ladies, her words and behavior were polite and generous. When encountering sensitive topics, she handled them skillfully and withdrew at the right time.

After leaving the circle of noble ladies, she met a group of young ladies from wealthy families. Although they seemed to maintain family harmony, undercurrents were surging.

They were full of praise for Qin Suling's gorgeous clothes and exquisite jewelry, and some even mentioned the rumors of the luxury of the Yongyi Marquis' Mansion. For a moment, the atmosphere became a little subtle.

Qin Suling took it lightly and said, "I still need to pay my respects to the Queen, so please do as you please."

After saying this, she walked into the back garden, only to see the queen sitting at the top, surrounded by many noble ladies and young ladies, with laughter and joy all around.

She and Long Mei waited patiently, then stepped forward together and saluted respectfully: "Greetings to Her Majesty the Queen. May Her Majesty live a thousand years and enjoy good health."

Qin Suling bowed slightly, her posture revealing indescribable humility and elegance.

Upon seeing this, the queen revealed a gentle smile, which contained the tenderness bestowed by time and a hint of helplessness.

"Madam Qi, why should we be so formal with each other? Perhaps the Feng Shui of the Yongyi Marquis's Mansion is indeed unique. It not only nourishes all things, but also keeps your beauty and youth forever. As time goes by, I have quietly added a few imperceptible fine lines, which quietly tell the story of the past."

Hearing this, Long Mei's eyes flashed with cunning and sincerity. She chuckled and said, "Mother, you are wrong. People always say that beauty fades with age, but in my eyes, mother has not lost her elegance. On the contrary, she has become more calm and noble with the passage of time. If I can have a fraction of your elegance one day, and maintain this elegance even when I am over forty, how lucky and satisfied I will be!"

As soon as she finished speaking, the Queen's laughter sounded like the sound of a clear spring hitting a rock, crisp and pleasant. She secretly admired in her heart that the Yongyi Marquis's Mansion was not only full of talented people, but also had such a sharp-tongued person. No wonder it could win the special favor of the emperor.

Although the ladies around felt a little bitter in their hearts, they had to admit that these words of praise were both appropriate and witty, which made them happy and irrefutable.

At this delicate moment, Qin Suling walked into the venue as gently as a spring breeze. She behaved dignifiedly and spoke modestly: "I am a virgin at the age of 15. I am grateful to the Queen for her grace and blessing. I am so grateful that I have prepared a small gift to express my gratitude."

After saying that, she took light steps, and behind her, Jinxiu held a jade tray in her hand, on which sat a pot of iced fruit drink. Under the protection of the ice jar, the fruit drink still exuded an alluring coolness and fragrance.

Long Mei was standing by her side, her face filled with an expression of pride that was difficult to conceal: "Su Ling is quite knowledgeable about gourmet food. This iced fruit drink was carefully developed by her over several months. Although it looks plain and simple, it actually has a lot of secrets inside. The taste is so wonderful that it is hard to describe unless you try it yourself."

The queen used a spoon to gently stir the contents of the cup, her eyes focused on the black particles. Although she was curious, she did not show it at all.

At this time, Princess Congfang stepped forward, took the fruit drink with her soft and boneless hands, and smiled brightly: "Mother, let me taste it for you first." Her tone was full of confidence and trust in Qin Suling, as if she had already foreseen the deliciousness of this drink.

The princess took a sip and her eyes suddenly flashed with surprise. Her expression clearly announced to everyone that this fruit drink was indeed extraordinary.

Although she wanted to drink more, she resisted the urge and handed the fruit drink to the queen instead: "Mother, this taste is rare, please savor it carefully."

When the queen first tasted it, she found it sweet but not greasy, and refreshing. The two intertwined to form an indescribable wonderful taste.

The orange fruit pulp melts in your mouth and is very elastic, adding a rich layering to the fruit drink.

She drank it all in one gulp without realizing it. Her satisfaction and intoxication attracted envious glances from the ladies around her. They stretched their necks and stared eagerly, their desire for the unknown delicacy becoming stronger and stronger.

However, the Queen and Princess Congfang were completely immersed in the feast of their taste buds at this moment, and they had no time to care about the desires of others.

The queen opened her red lips and placed the crystal-clear cup in her hand elegantly on the table. Her eyes were gentle and her voice was as clear as an oriole: "Madam Qi, does this fine wine have an elegant name?"

Qin Suling's cheeks flushed slightly when she heard this. She slowly moved forward and said in a gentle tone, "Reporting to the Queen, this drink is called 'juice'. It is a secret recipe passed down from generation to generation in my family. It has a unique flavor."

"Juice, this name is indeed novel. When I first saw the black dots, I still had doubts in my heart. Now that I heard what the lady said, I feel its long-lasting charm."

The queen's brows relaxed slightly, the corners of her mouth curved into a happy arc, and her eyes sparkled with praise. "Madam Qi is so wise and resourceful, it's rare. I'm very pleased, so I'm giving you a pair of exquisite jade bracelets to show my deep appreciation."

After she finished speaking, the maid stepped forward lightly, respectfully holding up a pair of delicate jade bracelets carved with a love-winged bird pattern in her hands, and placed them in front of Qin Suling.

Qin Suling bowed quickly, a flash of surprise in her eyes, and then replaced by deep gratitude, thinking to herself: What my parents said is true, this way of catering to others is indeed unique. The jade bracelet tightly held in her hand is warm and delicate, and of extraordinary value. The queen's generosity can be seen from this.

The news spread quickly, and people from all around rushed over after hearing the news, with the sound of discussion continuing.

"Mrs. Qi, is that juice really delicious?"

"When will the Marquis of Yongyi's mansion hold another banquet so that we can have a taste of that rare drink?"

"Even the Queen is full of praise for it, so it must be very delicious."

Qin Suling smiled and responded in a gentle and appropriate tone: "My husband has been immersed in the sea of ​​books recently, so there is no intention to hold a banquet in the mansion. But the beautiful things in the world should be shared with everyone. If you are interested, you may go to Qin's Teahouse, which will surely satisfy you."

After hearing this, everyone praised it highly and said they would go and find out what it was all about.

At this moment, the guests have gathered. The queen waved her wide sleeves and led everyone into the garden to enjoy the beautiful scenery of flowers in full bloom in this midsummer season.

In the midsummer of July, flowers were in full bloom and the fragrance was overwhelming. Qin Suling followed the crowd into the back garden. Just as she was about to savor the picturesque scenery, she suddenly felt a pale yellow figure approaching quietly. It was Qin Suyu.

She held Qin Suling's arm affectionately and said with a smile: "Sister, why did you come here alone and didn't you wait for me?"

Qin Suling turned her head, a complex look flashed in her eyes. She recognized her sister and also remembered the past.

Qin Suyu always liked to use her treasures as bait to curry favor with the powerful, and she knew it very well.

"Su Yu, you are also dazzling today, especially the jade butterfly hairpin in your hair. It looks like a dancing butterfly when you walk. It is so beautiful."

There was a hint of deep meaning in Qin Suling's words. She gently broke free from the arm that was being held, keeping a perfect distance.