Chapter 372 - Chapter 372: Chapter 372: The Unwillingness of the Weak Meow (1/2)
Chapter 372: Chapter 372: The Unwillingness of the Weak Meow
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At the moment, the Gan Mansion was brightly lit and bustling with activity.
When a fourth-rank official returned to his hometown, even if he kept a low profile, it would still attract numerous local gentry to visit.
Not to mention the endless big and small banquets held by the Gan Family for the elders.
When Liu Sisi and Di Yelei arrived, the gatekeeper immediately greeted them as soon as he saw them.
“It turns out that it’s Eldest Miss who has come back. Old Master has been waiting in the front hall for a long time. Please come inside, Miss and son-in-law.”
“Understood.”
The two didn’t hesitate, handed the reins of their jujube red horses to the gatekeeper, and quickly entered the front hall.
Before they walked in, they heard a burst of hearty laughter, and a middle-aged man strode out from inside. It was Lord Gan Jiayou, the fourth-rank Assistant Minister!
Liu Sisi looked up and saw a man wearing a fur hat adorned with a crown of beads, a well-tailored dark blue silk brocade jacket over a hemp-colored ramie robe, and a white jade belt around his waist. He had a goat beard, and although there were slight wrinkles at the corners of his mouth and eyelids, they added a mature and masculine charm to him.
His thick eyebrows flew into his hair bun, and his two eyes were bright and spirited. His actions exuded an extraordinary air that set him apart from ordinary people.
And behind him, there was a familiar face, none other than Gan Miaoruo.
At a casual glance, his gaze fell on Liu Sisi and Di Yelei, with a booming laugh!
“I heard from the servants that my daughter Sisi is returning to her mother’s home today. I, the Official, couldn’t wait, so I came out to have a look. As expected, you both are good children.”
Liu Sisi also showed a warm smile, quickly stepped forward and bowed down in front of Lord Gan, “Sisi, along with her husband Ye Lei, greets Father.”
Di Yelei also quickly kowtowed, “Ye Lei pays his respects to Lord Father-in-law!”
“Good, very good! Sisi, please get up, dear son-in-law, please get up. Come, come, let’s talk inside!”
Gan Jiayou was indeed a fourth-rank official, with proper etiquette in every movement.
“Elder Sister, you are late today!”
Gan Miaoruo came forward, holding Liu Sisi’s hand with a smile sweet enough to drip honey.
“Ruo Ruo, it’s my fault, I really arrived late today. I hope Father can forgive me.”
Liu Sisi said softly, also holding Gan Miaoruo’s hand in return.
Although she only gently held her hand, Liu Sisi sensitively noticed that Gan Miaoruo’s hand trembled slightly, as if instinctively wanting to avoid her touch, but she stopped in time.
The two walked hand in hand ahead, while Liu Sisi followed behind, holding up her skirt and Gan Miaoruo’s hand. This scene, witnessed by everyone in the front hall, drew praise for their filial piety and sisterly affection.
Once in the hall, the guests were divided by gender and seated. Naturally, Liu Sisi’s seat was at the right hand of Old Madam Gan, next to Gan Miaoruo.
This seating arrangement made Liu Sisi shiver inexplicably, but she managed to steady herself in time.
Looking at Liu Sisi, Old Madam Gan smiled gently, “This is my newly acknowledged granddaughter Liu Sisi. Sisi is virtuous and gentle, modest and quiet, which pleases me very much. Come, let everyone get acquainted. Here are Third Aunt Jin, Fourth Aunt Lv, and Ninth Aunt Qian. You, concubines, come and pay respects to Eldest Miss.”
Liu Sisi originally intended to kowtow, but she was suddenly reminded by Old Madam Gan’s words, a chill running down her spine, and inexplicably breaking out in a cold sweat.
How could she have forgotten that these ladies were likely the concubines her father-in-law brought back from the capital city? In a wealthy family, concubines should pay their respects to the misses. If she had really bowed just now, it would have been an embarrassment for more than just herself!