Dugu Jingyao is reborn as Li Chu's beloved

Chapter 268: Yunnan Palace Resettlement

The group marched through the mansion's vermilion gates in a grand procession. The sun was high in the sky, casting a golden glow across the sky. It was almost lunchtime. After filing in, they first arrived at the spacious and bright main hall, where they each found a seat and rested for a while.

Not long after, several maids arrived, carrying trays filled with delicate tea sets and pastries. A faint aroma of tea, accompanied by the fragrance of fresh flowers, filled the air. Freshly brewed Pu'er tea and freshly baked flower cakes were being served.

Dugu Jingyao's face was full of smiles as she enthusiastically introduced it to Shen Zhenzhu and Murong Linzhi beside her: "Zhenzhu, Linzhi, come and try this flower cake! It's a specialty of our Yunnan! It's carefully made with a variety of flowers and has a very unique flavor. What's more, these are freshly out of the pan, steaming hot and full of fragrance!"

Listening to Dugu Jingyao's vivid description, Shen Zhenzhu and Murong Linzhi couldn't help but take a deep breath. Sure enough, they were greeted by an alluring aroma. Their stomachs also began to growl, clearly hungry. However, having just arrived, faced with an unfamiliar environment and unfamiliar people, they felt somewhat nervous.

Dugu Jingyao seemed to sense their thoughts. She smiled slightly and without hesitation, picked up a piece of flower cake and took a bite. Then she looked at them and said, "Oh, don't be polite! Try it quickly. If it gets cold later, it won't be so delicious!"

At this time, Dugu Xin, who was sitting next to him, also agreed with a smile: "That's right, let's eat it! This freshly baked flower cake tastes the best, and paired with this mellow Pu'er tea, it is simply a delicacy on earth!"

Hearing Dugu Xin and Dugu Jingyao's warm greetings, Shen Zhenzhu and Murong Linzhi smiled at each other, no longer hesitating, and each reached out their delicate hands, gently picking up a piece of flower cake and placing it in their mouths. Instantly, the sweet and delicious taste spread across their tongues, leaving them with an endless aftertaste.

After eating, Shen Zhenzhu praised: "What Uncle Dugu and Jingyao said is indeed true!" Seeing them eating happily, Dugu Xin was also happy. They were all little girls, all at the age of blooming flowers, and the mansion finally had some more life.

The chef of the palace was also very efficient. After chatting for only about quarter of an hour, lunch was ready and the table was soon filled with various dishes.

Dugu Xin, smiling and walking briskly, took the lead in heading towards the dining table. As he walked, he turned back and called out to the people behind him: "Everyone, come and sit down quickly!" His voice was full of energy and enthusiasm.

Hearing Dugu Xin's call, Dugu Jingyao and Liu Jingyue smiled at each other and followed without hesitation. Dugu Moyan, having lived in the palace for a long time, was already accustomed to everything here, so he also followed the others at a leisurely pace.

However, Shen Zhenzhu and Murong Linzhi seemed a little hesitant. They stood there, their eyes wandering around, as if considering which seat would be most appropriate.

At this moment, Dugu Jingyao noticed their embarrassment and immediately a warm and friendly smile appeared on her face. She walked gently to Shen Zhenzhu and Murong Linzhi, reached out and gently pulled their sleeves, and led them to the dining table.

After the two of them sat down, Dugu Jingyao said softly, "We are always more casual when we are at our own house. You two sisters don't have to be restrained. Just treat this place as your own home."

Although Dugu Jingyao was so relieved, perhaps because they had just arrived in the unfamiliar environment of the Yunnan Palace, or because they had been strictly taught since childhood to always maintain the demeanor of a lady and behave gracefully and dignifiedly, Shen Zhenzhu and Murong Linzhi were still a little restrained at first. They didn't know where to put their hands, and even their sitting posture was a little stiff, as if they were afraid of being impolite if they were not careful.

However, later on, with the Dugu family's repeated warm hospitality and laughter, they were finally able to fit in and the meal was harmonious and satisfying.

After lunch, Dugu Xin wanted to chat with them, but seeing that they looked fine but still a little tired, he said, "You should go back to your room and rest for a while."

Liu Jingyue took the lead and interrupted Dugu Jingyao: "But Daddy, I still have a lot to say to you..."

Dugu Xin looked at Liu Jingyue lovingly and said, "Okay, take a good rest first. We still have plenty of time to talk later."

Dugu Jingyao and Liu Jingyue didn't say anything else. After all, even though they had stopped and walked along the way, they were still tired. Dugu Jingyao said, "In that case, Dad, I'll take Zhenzhu and Lin Zhi to see their yard first."

Dugu Xin nodded slightly and said, "Go quickly. I've asked someone to clean Anranju and Liyunyuan for them."

Dugu Jingyao smiled playfully: "Thank you, Daddy, we'll go first!"

Dugu Xin waved his hand to signal them to go quickly! Shen Zhenzhu and Murong Linzhili were halfway through their ceremony when Dugu Jingyao pulled them to the backyard. Even if Liu Jingyue didn't go with them to other courtyards, she would go back to the backyard to clean up, so naturally she followed them to the backyard.

As they walked towards the backyard, Shen Zhenzhu couldn't help but ask, "Jingyao, is this how you usually get along with the King of Yunnan, oh, no, Uncle Dugu?"

Dugu Jingyao and Liu Jingyue nodded in unison, but Liu Jingyue said, "It's all thanks to my sister, otherwise I wouldn't have to behave so well in front of my father."

Murong Linzhi was a little puzzled when he heard this and asked, "What do you mean, Yue'er?"

Liu Jingyue explained, "I was born to a concubine in the mansion, not a legitimate daughter. It was only because my sister made an exception and asked father to register me under the name of a princess that I had the opportunity to become a legitimate daughter, a princess like my sister. Otherwise, I would have only been a county lady before. I used to be very cautious in front of father, afraid that if I did something wrong, father would not like me anymore." As she spoke, her eyes turned red, perhaps because the original owner's memories suddenly emerged.

Dugu Jingyao immediately stepped forward and stroked Liu Jingyue's buns, saying soothingly, "It's okay, everything is fine now. You can call me daddy like I do. I love you just as much. Besides, I'm going to marry in Chang'an in the future, and I'll need you to accompany me."

After saying this, both of them couldn't help but have tears in their eyes, even Shen Zhenzhu and Murong Linzhi were a little moved.

However, Liu Jingyue still said very obediently: "Sister, don't worry, I will definitely accompany Daddy well!"

Dugu Jingyao nodded and said, "Alright, you've been exhausted from the journey. Take Zhishu and Shili back to rest. I'll take my two sisters to their care and then return to the courtyard."

Liu Jingyue burst into laughter and said softly, "Okay, okay, I'll go back to those sisters first!"

They all waved goodbye to Liu Jingyue, and after she left with the two maids, they continued walking. It took them about a quarter of an hour to reach Anranju.

Su Ci couldn't help but sigh: "Oh, it really is the royal palace, it's so big and so grand!"

Dugu Jingyao may have never had a good impression of Su Ci because she poisoned her in her previous life, but because of Shen Zhenzhu, she never said much.

So Dugu Jingyao seized the opportunity and naturally said something about her: "This is the hereditary residence bestowed by the Emperor on the Dugu family, the Prince of Yunnan. It was also designed by the Prince, so it is naturally quite grand."

Shen Zhenzhu also realized that Su Ci had said something wrong, and quickly whispered to Su Ci, "Su Ci, don't say anything wrong!" Only then did Su Ci shut up embarrassedly.

They first arrived at Anran Residence, where there were many green plants and a larger bonsai at the door. Dugu Jingyao took them straight to the inner room. The tables and chairs in the inner room were all made of sandalwood, so they exuded a sandalwood fragrance. The bed was made of carved wood and looked very beautiful.

Dugu Jingyao said, "This courtyard is Anranju, which gives people a comfortable and peaceful feeling." Then he said, "Let's go to Liyunyuan and take a look."

After saying that, he hurriedly pulled people out of the yard to the left. At the gate of Liyun Courtyard, they understood why this place was called Liyun Courtyard, because there were several pear trees outside the house. Although it was almost summer, Yunnan had good weather like spring all year round, and the pear blossoms were still in full bloom, with a faint fragrance of pear blossoms.

Then we went to the inner room, where the furniture was also made of pear wood, which echoed the name of the courtyard.

After they finished looking around, Dugu Jingyao led the others to the main hall of Liyun Courtyard and asked, "How do you like to stay?"

Shen Zhenzhu and Murong Linzhi looked at each other, and Murong Linzhi said, "Zhenzhu, why don't you stay here?"

Shen Zhenzhu smiled and said, "Lin Zhi knows my heart very well!"

Dugu Jingyao also smiled and said, "What kind of riddle are you two talking about?"

Shen Zhenzhu said, "Because I prefer the scent of flowers, the light scent of pear blossoms is just right for me."

Dugu Jingyao said with a look of astonishment, "Okay, then you can all pack up and rest. I'll go back to rest as well. I'm at Banmengxuan. If you wake up early, you can come find me."

The two of them agreed, and then they returned to their respective courtyards.