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The Quling Marquis Manor was currently filled with distinguished guests.
Almost all the nobles in the capital had come because Cheng Shi had become the new Marquis of the Zhou Dynasty.
However, unlike Jia Huan, who was a first-grade marquis, Cheng Shi's Quling marquis was only a third-grade county marquis.
The food city is Quling, so it is called Quling Marquis.
However, even if he was a third-class marquis, he was still a marquis. He was a newly promoted noble, so he was naturally flattered by many parties.
"I, I'm a little nervous."
Jia Tanchun whispered. Although she had always appeared dignified, this was actually her first time representing the residence to attend a gathering.
After all, when she was in the Jia residence, where was she supposed to get the chance?
Which family held a banquet? The women who went were basically Madam Wang and Madam Xing. When had it ever been her turn?
Speaking of which, the Jia family was simply a weirdo. Although it was not easy for unmarried girls to go out, this kind of banquet organized by the court was originally a time for many families to bond.
Everyone was eager to bring all their children over so that they could look after them. In the end, what happened to the Jia residence?
Every time they went, they would bring Jia Baoyu along. These ladies never brought along. This also caused all the nobles in the capital to know that there were a few young ladies in the Jia residence, but they had never seen them before.
Today, Jia Tanchun was here as Jia Huan's older sister. With Jia Huan's status, she was bound to be the most dazzling woman present, so it was inevitable that she was nervous.
Wasn't Lin Daiyu the same? She grew up in Jiangnan, where her father had the highest status, so she didn't need to walk around for the family. Moreover, she was still young back then.
Now that she was at the Jia residence, she did not even step out of the door. If she had not gone to Jia Huan's residence, she would not even have the chance to go shopping. She had also never been to such an occasion before. The last time she went to the Sheng residence was considered one of them.
Only Shi Xiangyun was better. The two marquises of the Shi family treated Shi Xiangyun well, so she had many opportunities to interact with the women of various families.
"The two elder sisters can rest assured. Don't forget Third Older Brother's current status.”
"Third Brother is a first-class marquis of the current dynasty. No one dares to underestimate Sister Tanchun.”
"As for Big Sister Lin's words, it's even simpler. Who doesn't know that Uncle Lin will be promoted to the Minister of Revenue in a few days?”
Shi Xiangyun was actually the most tactful of all the ladies in the Jia family. In fact, this was the ability that a real noble lady should have.
Manners, confidence, and so on all represented the face of the family behind them. Jia Huan and Lin Ruhai's identities were their confidence.
Hearing Shi Xiangyun's words, the two girls nodded, feeling much more relaxed.
At this moment, Jia Huan's voice sounded from outside the carriage.
"We're here. Sister, Sister Lin, Sister Xiangyun, let's go in.”
Hearing Jia Huan's words, the three women nodded.
At the same time, Jia Huan had his personal guards hand over the invitation. When the Cheng Clan's manservants saw it, they immediately paled.
"The, the champion has arrived!"
His voice was very loud, louder than any of the lords who had just arrived. Who in the capital didn't know the Marquis Champion?
He had never attended anyone's banquet before! He didn't expect that he would actually come to Cheng Shi's banquet today.
But everyone thought about it, whether it was Jia Huan or the newly promoted Southwest dignitaries, they were all trusted aides of Emperor Jing De, so it was normal for Jia Huan to come.
In the Cheng family, Cheng Shi stood up abruptly when he heard the servant boy's shout.
"Everyone, the Marquis Champion has arrived. I will go and welcome him.”
Cheng Shi said with a smile. Although he was also a marquis, he was still far from being a first grade marquis. He was only a third grade county marquis.
"That should be the case. Marquis Quling, let's go together.”
The other officials also stood up and said.
Among the civil officials, the most eye-catching one was naturally Xiao Qinyan. He had already returned to the capital and returned to the position of Left Prime Minister, and was now the head of the civil officials.
The other was Qi Mu, the leader of the Clear Stream who had been secretly tricking Gu Qianfan. He was the Right Prime Minister, second only to Xiao Qinyan.
Originally, after Prime Minister Ke retired, he had thought that he would become the Left Prime Minister, but Xiao Qinyan had appeared out of nowhere. How could he not hate him? However, he didn't show it at all at this time. He still had a smile on his face, even though they, Qingliu, didn't like people like Jia Huan who were proud of their achievements.
In an instant, all the officials present, from the First Rank Prime Minister to the Fifth or Sixth Rank officials, all came to the front door of the Cheng family to welcome Jia Huan.
The womenfolk behind the screen were also amazed.
"Such a huge commotion. That Marquis Champion is truly extraordinary!”
a woman said softly. She looked outside curiously, hoping to catch a glimpse of the Marquis Champion's face.
Sitting at the head of the table was Xiao Lianyi, the old madam of the Cheng family, who was also Shaoshang's grandmother. She was currently in the backyard greeting her little sisters from the countryside.
Those little sisters naturally did not have the qualifications to sit together with the womenfolk of these dignitaries, so the old madam received them from behind.
"Go and call Curly and Huanhuan over.”
Although Xiao Lianyi was a female general, she wasn't stupid. If Jia Huan came, the female elders in his family would naturally come as well.
If they called their young lady out, something good might happen.
After all, they were all trusted aides of Emperor Jing De. They knew how important Jia Huan was to Emperor Jing De.
More importantly, Jia Huan was only thirteen years old this year. With such achievements at such a young age, his future was limitless!
The madams of the other families also immediately reacted and immediately arranged for the servant girls beside them to call all the girls who were admiring the flowers in the backyard over.
If anyone could marry the Marquis Champion, it would be a joyous occasion!
Not long after, Cheng Shaoshang, who had found a place to hide and did not want to participate in the disturbance in the front yard, was found by his mother's personal guard, Qing Yao.
"Miss, Madam wants you to go to the front yard.”
(The name of the female young master should be changed. After all, it was a fused world.)）
Cheng Shaoshang was puzzled. According to the situation today, his mother would not want him to make trouble. Why would she take the initiative to ask him to go?
Blue Melon immediately explained.
"The champion may have come, so Madam asked you to go with Miss Huanhuan to entertain him.”
Cheng Shaoshang suddenly understood, but he immediately thought of Jia Huan's appearance. He nodded and agreed. Then, he followed Qing Mei to the place where the women were.
At the same time, Cheng Shi strode out from the entrance of the Cheng Clan Estate. He cupped his hands and laughed as he looked at Jia Huan from afar.
"The Marquis Champion has graced my humble home with his presence.”
Cheng Shi said happily. He had long wanted to find an opportunity to interact with this Marquis Champion, but he didn't expect him to agree to come to the banquet. It seemed that the rumors in the capital that Jia Huan was proud of himself were not true.
"Marquis Qu Ling, I have brought my elder sister and two younger sisters to disturb you.”
Jia Huan said with a smile.
Then, the group entered the courtyard. As for Lin Daiyu and the others, they followed the servant girls to the hall where the women were.
The three women walked into the hall and immediately attracted the attention of everyone present.
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