A Foodie Transmigrated into the Palace

Chapter 1314 - 1312: A Blade of Grass Repays the Spring Sun

He suddenly snorted at the last sentence."In that case, there’s no need to bother with him!"

Lady Wen smiled faintly.

"Isn’t that so? I won’t bother, and neither should you!"

Xia Jingfeng sneered coldly.

"With Father racking his brains to plan for him, what else do we have to worry about?"

He couldn’t hide the bitterness in his heart.

In Father’s heart, does he even have a place for me? For Brother?

If Brother is from a concubine, it’s understandable that he doesn’t care.

But I’m the legitimate son of the original wife, when has Father ever cared about my marriage?

Both sons, both of the age to marry, has Father ever inquired after me even once?

All his attention since childhood has been on Third Brother, and it’s still the same now!

His disregard doesn’t mean he won’t mind or feel cold-hearted.

His expression grew increasingly unpleasant, his brows tightly furrowed, and his fists clenched so tightly that the knuckles turned white.

Some childhood traumas take a lifetime to fill the void.

Seeing his increasingly troubled expression, Tang Xun quickly held his hand and smiled.

"My lord, thinking like that is somewhat unfair!"

"It’s precisely because Father cherishes you that he isn’t concerned!"

Xia Jingfeng knew she was comforting him, and indeed, his expression improved as he asked.

"Oh?"

"Why do you say that?"

Though he knew it was for comfort, hearing it eased his heart somewhat (Ah, wives are the best (#^.^#).

Tang Xun thought for a moment before explaining the reasons one by one.

"Firstly, your official position is much higher than Father’s, so naturally, the families around Father are of lower status!"

"In his mind, he certainly thinks those girls aren’t worthy of you!"

"Moreover, you also have the Empress in the palace. Father surely thinks that the Empress will find you a suitable girl!"

She pretended to be jealous and gently pushed him, her eyes carrying a hint of playful mischief, making Xia Jingfeng and Lady Wen burst into laughter.

She continued.

"As for Third Brother, he isn’t as fortunate!"

"He has a sister but can’t rely on her, and his mother is in poor health, so the only one he can rely on is Father!"

"Naturally, Father would worry more in this situation! My lord, don’t you agree?"

Xia Jingfeng pondered and after a moment, nodded.

"That makes sense!"

Although he’s disappointing, seeing the son he doted on since childhood in such a state, Father probably can’t bear it either.

But is that a reason? Is that his reason for neglecting me?

He smiled bitterly, not bothering to argue further,

"Is there a second reason?"

Tang Xun thought again.

"The second reason is that Father feels guilty towards you, so... he doesn’t interfere in your matters, and naturally, no one else would either. Perhaps... he hopes you will choose someone you truly like!"

At this point, Tang Xun’s face inexplicably turned red.

Although this was meant to console him, it was a bit too forward for a newly married woman like her to say such things.

Xia Jingfeng was thoroughly amused, pointing at her forehead from a distance.

Tang Xun didn’t dare to stay beside him, quickly hiding next to Lady Wen.

Lady Wen watched their playful exchange with great delight in her heart.

The three of them talked and laughed for a while longer, eventually leaving all these worries behind.

...

Coming out of Lady Wen’s living quarters.

Xia Jingfeng headed to the front yard, while Tang Xun, with her maids, went to the main house in the rear courtyard.

As she walked through the lush, picturesque corridors, she entered the courtyard gate.

Seeing the empty yard, she suddenly frowned.

"Xiao Chuan hasn’t returned yet?"

"Does learning the rules require such a prolonged absence?!"

"Doesn’t she even get breakfast?"

Previously, Xiao Chuan and she would always eat and embroider together, inseparable.

Now...

Since last night, she hadn’t seen Xiao Chuan.

Instead, she was accompanied by these three unfamiliar maids given to her by Jingfeng.

She was very uncomfortable with it, not knowing even their names.

One maid quickly stepped forward and respectfully said,

"Reporting to Young Lady! Sister Xiao Chuan doesn’t have breakfast here!"

"There are several Teaching Sisters attending to her, so you needn’t worry, Young Lady!"

Tang Xun didn’t press further.

Back in the room with nothing much to do, she took a few sips of tea and politely smiled.

"What are your names?"

"I’m new here, so I don’t recognize you. Please don’t mind!"

The three maids stepped forward with great propriety to salute.

"Reporting to Young Lady, my lord says that since we’re now with Madam, Madam can give us new names, as our former ones are no longer valid!"

"Ah?"

Tang Xun widened her eyes in surprise.

"No longer valid? Why are they no longer valid?"

One of the maids smiled respectfully.

"Because my lord wants you to name us!"

Tang Xun: "..."

"Is that... allowed?"

She was a bit doubtful; is it really possible for a large family to casually rename people like this?

"Of course, it’s allowed. Please give us names, Madam!"

The three maids said in unison.

Tang Xun was completely stunned by them, and after a long pause, she finally came back to her senses.

"Oh dear, quickly get up, please get up!"

"I’ll name you, I’ll do it!"

After saying this, she suddenly felt unsure.

Xia Jingfeng is so knowledgeable, but she... hadn’t read much since childhood.

If she didn’t come up with good names, would he laugh at her?

Moreover, these young ladies are so outstanding; could she give them names worthy enough?

Her heart was in turmoil.

But the three maids were quite delighted.

In their view, Madam’s willingness to name them meant she accepted and acknowledged them.

This kind of dignity was a source of pride wherever they went!

Tang Xun thought for a long while, pointing to one of the taller young ladies said,

"Since I already have one called Xiao Chuan by my side, why not pair you with her and call you Xiao Shan?"

"..."

The maid was stunned for quite a while before finally reacting, quickly bowing to express her gratitude.

"Thank you for naming me, Madam!", said Xiao Shan.

Tang Xun was relieved to see she had no objections, as if a great weight had been lifted from her heart.

She then looked at the other two.

"As for you two, one will be called Xiao He and the other Xiao Xi!"

The two maids: "..."

They too were momentarily stunned before coming to their senses.

"Thank you for naming us, Madam!"

Tang Xun finally breathed a sigh of relief.

"Alright, I haven’t read much, and only know a few words, I’ve tried my best, so don’t laugh at me if the names aren’t good!"

Xiao Shan quickly stepped forward to comfort her.

"How could that be, Madam?"

"In fact, we think the names you’ve chosen are very grand!"

"Oh?"

Tang Xun felt joyful, her mouth curving into a satisfied smile, and curiously asked,

"Really? How is it grand?"

Xiao Shan explained.

"Typically, when madams name maids, they often choose floral names or things like moon, grass, birds, pearls, and jewels."

"But you are different! You’ve named us after mountains, rivers, and streams. Isn’t that a step above?"

Tang Xun nodded with satisfaction, smiling.

"Is that so?"