usatvline Chapter 200 The Prince’s Birthday
Chapter 200 The Prince’s Birthday
Yiermu asked tenderly, "My husband, do you think I look good in this red Manchu dress?" She was standing there gracefully.
Cheng Hu smiled as he looked at the beauty before him, his eyes full of doting, and said softly, "My Ranran, you are absolutely beautiful no matter what color clothes you wear, but today is your husband's birthday, and you look especially festive and appropriate in this red."
Yiermu pouted slightly and said coquettishly, "But I would rather wear the same color clothes as you, my husband." As she spoke, her eyes fell on the clothes in her hands.
Chenghu gently scratched Yiermu's nose and coaxed him gently, "Be good and listen to me. When we have a banquet in the palace, can we wear clothes of the same color together?"
After hearing this, Yiermu nodded obediently, then turned and walked to Chenghu, saying softly: "Then my husband, please change your clothes quickly and don't be late. Don't you have to go to the palace today to pay your respects to Mother Huang Wuku and all the elders?" After that, he began to help Chenghu prepare clothes.
Chenghu smiled and replied, "Okay, then let's move quickly and return quickly." He then swiftly rolled out of bed, stood still, and slightly opened his arms, allowing his wife to carefully change his clothes. She gently and swiftly changed Chenghu's clothes, and soon, a handsome and imposing figure appeared before him.
After enjoying a delicious breakfast, Chenghu and his wife immediately set off for the palace without delay. Walking side by side, chatting and laughing, they soon arrived at the palace. They first paid their respects to the Grand Empress Dowager at the Cining Palace, then to the Ningshou Palace, where they received numerous birthday gifts. Afterward, they hurried to the Qianqing Palace to pay their respects to their father, the Emperor, and then to the Kunning Palace to pay their respects to their mother. After all this busy time, the eunuchs and maids following the couple were already laden with gifts.
After completing all formalities of greeting, Chenghu and his wife walked out of the palace hand in hand, embarking on their return journey. It wasn't long before they arrived back at the mansion. As soon as they entered, He Zhu came forward, bowing and saying, "Crown Prince, Crown Princess, the Third Prince and his wife have arrived, and the Fifth Prince and his wife are here too."
When Chenghu heard this, a look of joy suddenly appeared on his face, and he said in a loud voice: "Please invite them in quickly. My two younger brothers come quite early today." Before he finished speaking, he couldn't wait to walk towards the main hall, ready to welcome his brothers.
As Chenghu entered the main hall, he saw the Third Prince and his Third Wife, as well as the Fifth Prince and his Fifth Wife, already seated there, drinking tea and chatting. Upon his arrival, everyone hurriedly stood up and saluted. Chenghu smiled and waved his hand, signaling that formalities were unnecessary. After everyone took their seats, servants quickly served them fragrant tea and snacks.
Yinreng was the first to speak: "It's brother's birthday, so naturally we brothers should come early to congratulate him."
Cheng Hu smiled, waved his hand gently, and said slowly: "We are family, so why should we be so polite?
Yinzhen took out an exquisite brocade box and walked forward: "Brother, this is a birthday gift I prepared for you personally. I hope you don't mind it."
Chenghu smiled as he took the exquisitely crafted brocade box. "Xiaowu, I've never once disdained a birthday gift from you!" His eyes were filled with affection for Xiaowu. Then, he gently lifted the lid of the brocade box. Within lay a crystal-clear, suet-white jade pendant, as smooth and delicate as suet, resting peacefully. The jade pendant was flawless white, as delicate and smooth as suet, emitting an intoxicating luster. The carving was exquisitely crafted, the pattern appearing lifelike, as if it were about to come alive.
Yinreng said jealously: "Brother, you don't mind the birthday gift from Xiaowu, but you mind the one from me, your younger brother."
Cheng Hu: "Brother Baocheng doesn't mind the gifts he gives me. He likes everything you give him."
After hearing this, Yinreng's expression eased a little, but he still muttered, "My brother always says this." Seeing this, Chenghu burst into laughter.
He Zhu hurried in with a respectful look on his face. He bowed and said, "Your Highness, the Second Prince and the other princes have arrived.
Chenghu smiled and looked at Yinreng and Yinzhen gently and said, "Baocheng, Xiaowu, let's take our seats now. It would not be appropriate if we keep the second brother and the others waiting for a long time." As he spoke, he walked out.
Yinzhen and others saw the visitor and said, "Your humble servants pay their respects to the Crown Prince."
Cheng Hu raised his hand slightly to signal everyone to stand, and said with a smile, "Today is just my birthday banquet, no need for formalities, just be casual." Everyone thanked him and took their seats. During the banquet, there was a constant flow of fine wine and delicious food, and singing and dancing.
After three rounds of wine and five dishes, Cheng Hu picked up his wine glass and stood up. He looked around at everyone and said loudly, "Today is my birthday. Thank you all for coming to celebrate.
Cheng Hu drank the wine in his cup and then gently put it down. At this moment, a prince in the corner suddenly spoke up, "Your Highness is blessed with great fortune. Today's banquet is unprecedented in its extravagance. I only wish Your Highness will be as happy and healthy as today every year." Everyone echoed.