klisemfg Chapter 107: How many good sisters are there?
Chapter 107: How many good sisters are there?
It was understandable that my mother asked that question that day.
Xia Dongchun came frequently to begin with, and since the Queen was under house arrest, An Lingrong also came frequently.
Shen Meizhuang and Zhen Huan had a rift, and Huimin was the only sister left in the palace, so she naturally wanted to come to Chuxiu Palace.
Or maybe Fu Cha Pei Yun, Xin Chang Zai and the like would come occasionally.
But the first person who left a deep impression on Xitala was definitely Xia Dongchun.
Seeing how this girl got along with her own daughter, Xitala felt lucky that she gave birth to a daughter, otherwise she would have to go to the Xia family to propose marriage.
The first time Xia Dongchun met Xitala was in the Old Summer Palace.
At that time, he had not returned to the palace yet. The scenery of the Old Summer Palace was pleasant, so Xia Dongchun invited Huimin to visit the garden.
But when she rushed into Hanyue Tower, she happened to meet Xitala.
But the girl was not shy at all and she came up to Xitala and greeted her warmly.
"Oh, it's Sister Xian, my dear mother. I'm sorry, I'm sorry."
Xia Dongchun showed his signature smile, a little silly but quite liked by the elders.
Just as Xitala was about to salute Xia Dongchun, Xia Dongchun took a step away. Just as Xitala bent her knees, Xia Dongchun helped her up.
Xitala was still a little confused, and Huimin also walked over slowly. Looking at Xia Dongchun's actions, she was quite satisfied.
"You are here, come in quickly, mother, this is the imperial concubine Xia Dongchun."
Seeing that Xia Dongchun was very respectful to her mother, Huimin was happy to introduce her.
But when Xia Dongchun saw Huimin coming, he wanted to show off even more, and he was so familiar with her that even Xitala was stunned.
"That's right, that's right, mother, you don't have to be so polite, I'm one of our own."
Instead, Xia Dongchun left Huimin aside and helped Xitala into the house. Somehow, he started chatting with Xitala along the way.
Her mouth was as sweet as honey, and she made Xitala smile from ear to ear. Xia Dongchun also talked about Huimin's life in the palace, and Xitala talked about Huimin's childhood days in the mansion.
The two of them were chatting happily, and Xia Dongchun actually started to complain.
"Mother doesn't know, but she really likes that Noble Lady An and the like. You have to remind her that those people are not good people. They have ignored me..."
Huimin stared in amazement as Xia Dongchun skillfully called her "mother".
What is going on? Why is he suing me?
Xitala actually cooperated with her and nodded to Huimin.
"You can't bully Xiao Xia. Look how nice Xiao Xia is. Cherish this friend..."
Huimin knew that her mother was just joking, but she also admired Xia Dongchun's ability to make her elders happy.
Huimin couldn't help but speak:
"Xia Dongchun, why did you call me mother too?"
Xia Dongchun was stunned, as if he had just realized something, and quickly changed his words with an "oh".
"I'm sorry. I was so engrossed in the conversation just now that you called me mother, so I followed suit. It's because we hit it off right away and I think Madam is very kind."
After Xia Dongchun said this, Xitala was even happier.
"Good child, I also think that the noble is very kind. Min'er will be happier to have a friend like you in the palace."
The two of them started chatting happily again, one talking at a time. Huimin was caught in the middle and could only respond from time to time when they mentioned herself.
My mother has been living in the palace for almost two months, and Xia Dongchun has become very familiar with her.
In addition to Xia Dongchun's frequent visits, An Lingrong is no less frequent.
When An Lingrong came that day, she was a little timid when she met the wife of a high-ranking official.
Kexitala seemed to have discovered something and took the initiative to say:
"This must be Lady An, right? Min'er often mentions you. Now that I see you, you are truly an iconic figure."
After hearing this, An Lingrong was secretly happy.
"Does my sister often mention me?"
Xitala said with certainty:
"Yes, I often see the name of Lady An in the letters I received from home. I have always wanted to see what kind of person this girl that Min'er values so much is like. Now it seems that she is indeed quite good."
An Lingrong blushed when she was praised by Xitala.
"Madam, you are too polite. Sister Min is exaggerating. Sister Min has always taken care of Lingrong. In Lingrong's heart, she is like her own sister. Madam, you don't have to be so polite. Just call me Lingrong."
An Lingrong was quite shy in front of Xitala. When Huimin was chatting with her mother, she just listened quietly. But it was not dull either. Xitala always took An Lingrong's feelings into consideration, so she felt at ease.
Now An Lingrong's father works under Xitala's father. Xitala told An Lingrong what she knew about her family, which helped An Lingrong relieve her homesickness.
As expected, An Lingrong listened carefully and was grateful to Xitala for telling her these things.
"Your mother is fine, she just misses you."
"When he learned that I was going to enter the palace, he asked my father to send me a letter, hoping to bring a letter home."
Xitala said it simply, but An Lingrong knew that her father was just a minor official and it would be very difficult for him to contact Lord Maizhu.
Besides, my father was unwilling to make such an effort. It was probably my mother who went through a lot of trouble to get in touch with him. I don't know how much she suffered.
Fortunately, Mrs. Xilin Jueluo was kind-hearted and had no obligation to help deliver the message. She must have done it out of consideration for Sister Min.
Mrs. Xilin Juelu also said that her sister often mentioned her in her letters. An Lingrong felt warm in her heart, and her whole body was wrapped in happiness, and her heart was sour and swollen.
Only my sister is so good to me.
An Lingrong took the letter handed to her by Xitala and almost couldn't hold back her tears.
It was a thick letter. My mother’s eyesight was poor, so how long did it take her to write it?
Holding this letter from home, An Lingrong felt even more grateful to the Xilin Gioro family.
"Thank you ma'am."
For a moment, An Lingrong didn't know what to say except to express her gratitude.
Xitala saw through the girl's thoughts and comforted her gently:
"It's just a small favor. Considering the friendship between you and Min'er, it's only right for me to bring a letter."
What Xitala said was reassuring, and what she did was even more thoughtful.
She neither looked down on An Lingrong's background and made her feel inferior, nor was she too cautious and made An Lingrong uncomfortable. Her attitude made An Lingrong feel at ease.
After that day, An Lingrong embroidered a sachet for Xitala the next time she came to express her gratitude.
After a few interactions, Xitala and An Lingrong became familiar with each other.
Huimin couldn't stop it, but she was afraid that Xia Dongchun and An Lingrong would run into each other one day.
It's okay for others, but now that Fu Cha Peiyun has the Sixth Prince, she doesn't come as often.
Xin Chang would come with Yun Fei sometimes, but seeing Xitala was around, she gradually came less and less often.
Others would occasionally come by to take a look.
Zhen Huan, Shen Meizhuang...
Xitala was shown all of them.
But privately, Xitala secretly felt that her daughter had very strong social skills. Fortunately, she was not a boy, otherwise she would have been in trouble for sex.