Chapter 23 The Old Lady in Pink Clothes

 After dinner that day, Chen Qingyin took Hu Mianmian for a walk in the garden.

When passing by the courtyard where Liang Yunyan lived, he heard the melodious sound of a piano coming from inside.

Chen Qingyin couldn't help but stop.

Linlang couldn't help but say, "I heard that these days, whenever the second young lady saw the general in the mansion, she would drag him to Madam Liang's room to listen to the zither. She is a widow, but she doesn't shy away from it at all and plays so enthusiastically?"

Chen Qingyin was surprised.

"I've heard this song before."

Last year, Concubine Shu was invited to the palace for her birthday banquet, and this song was played by the musician.

Because Chen Qingyin was also quite knowledgeable about music theory, she memorized the unique tune immediately.

Later, I discussed this song with Concubine Shu, and learned that it was composed by Concubine Shu and only people in the palace had heard it.

Chen Qingyin was puzzled: "Why does Madam Liang play this piece of music?"

Could it be that she had also been to the palace?

Linlang didn't care about those things, she only knew to stand up for her master.

"This Madam Liang knows a lot. I heard from the people in the main courtyard that the old lady likes her very much now and often asks her to bring her daughter to play music for the old lady."

"I accompanied the old lady and the old master to dine yesterday. Madam, I think this Madam Liang is not simple."

Hu Mianmian nodded her head beside her.

Sister Linlang is very perceptive!

Chen Qingyin smiled and didn't take it seriously at all: "The old lady likes to listen to music. Since someone is willing to play it for her, then just listen to it. There's nothing to worry about."

Linlang said, "It's nothing to play for the old lady, but Madam Liang also plays for the general. Although the second young lady always accompanies her, she is a widow without a man to rely on. If this continues..."

Linlang didn't say anything else. She didn't want to see such a thing happen.

Chen Qingyin frowned and felt a little uncomfortable.

But I still advise myself to be magnanimous.

She has received a good education since childhood. Now that she is the mistress of the house, she must be tolerant and not suspicious.

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The Yunxia brocade that Chen Qingyin arranged to make was finally made into two mother-daughter dresses. They were delivered today and the mother and daughter put them on immediately.

Hu Mianmian has a cute round face, rosy cheeks, and soft black hair as bright as her eyes.

After she put on the Yunxia brocade, the bright color made the little girl look like a colorful fairy.

Chen Qingyin loved her daughter very much, so she held her in her arms and kissed Hu Mianmian's little face.

"Mianmian, my mother's daughter, is so beautiful." She thought that she would make more clothes and jewelry for Hu Mianmian in the future.

She dressed her daughter up to make her look more noble and beautiful than a princess.

Hu Mianmian covered her face with her little hands, looking shy.

"Oh, mother, two kisses are enough, otherwise, Mianmian will be embarrassed!"

Her soft voice made Chen Qingyin and Linlang laugh continuously.

When Linlang was combing Hu Mianmian's hair, she looked down for a long time.

She suddenly asked, "Why do I feel that the red birthmark on the young lady's face seems to have faded a lot?"

Chen Qingyin walked over to observe, and it seemed to be true.

The birthmark previously covered half of his face and was rose red in color, but now it has turned into a light pink.

Although it looks quite obvious, after all, the rest of Hu Mianmian's skin is too white and tender.

But compared to before, it's much better.

Hu Mianmian tilted her little head and said, "Mom, when I grow up, this will completely disappear!"

It's no wonder that she basks in the moonlight every day. The birthmark is certainly gone soon.

Chen Qingyin laughed: "Whether you have a birthmark or not, you are always your mother's favorite baby."

After that, she took her daughter's hand and said, "Let's go, let's go pay our respects to your grandmother."

When Hu Mianmian thought of that old villain, she pouted.

When I arrived at the old lady's yard, I heard laughter before I even entered the door.

Madam Hu said, "If Sheng likes the food here, then come every day. I am happy to have someone to talk to as an old woman."

Liang Yunyan remained at her proper place, speaking softly, "How can we let her come and bother the old ancestor every day? If she comes once in a while and can make the old ancestor happy, it will be her blessing."

Old Madam Hu loved being flattered the most, and she felt very happy after hearing Liang Yunyan's words.

At this time, Chen Qingyin led Hu Mianmian into the house.

"Greetings to mother." Chen Qingyin said.

Liang Yunyan looked up and the smile on her face suddenly stopped.

Chen Qingyin was wearing Yunxia brocade today, which looked particularly beautiful. Coincidentally, she was also wearing clothes made of Yunxia brocade today!

Before, Liang Yunyan mainly wore plain colors, but since she met Chen Qingyin, she has been careful about dressing herself up.

Just a few days ago, she came to serve Old Madam Hu, and she was so happy that she rewarded her with a piece of Yunxia brocade cloth.

Although the material is from last year and the color is a little old, it does not affect the bright and brilliant appearance of the Yunxia brocade.

Liang Yunyan couldn't wait to have the clothes made, and she wore them today to express her gratitude.

Unexpectedly, she saw Chen Qingyin wearing clothes of the same color as her!

Moreover, it can be seen that Chen Qingyin's material was newly dyed this year, and it is particularly new and bright.

In comparison, her dress looked dark and she felt so embarrassed!

Liang Yunyan couldn't hide the sourness in her heart, and said lightly: "What a coincidence, the first lady also likes this material?"

Chen Qingyin smiled and said, "I liked it before I got married. This is the first time I wear it after I got married."

Old Madam Hu held the teacup, curled her lips and snorted coldly.

"Qingyin, you are the mistress of the house after all. Wearing this color, so ostentatious, how can you look steady at all?"

Chen Qingyin pursed her lips.

Madam Hu still thought it was not enough and continued, "Besides, this color doesn't suit you. Madam Liang looks good in it and it makes people's eyes light up."

Chen Qingyin could hear the old lady's dissatisfaction with her.

"Mianmian likes to see me wearing it, so I wear it. It doesn't matter if it matches or not. As long as Mianmian is happy, that's all."

Old Madam Hu looked unhappy. Chen Qingyin didn't take her seriously at all.

All she talks about is her ugly daughter Hu Mianmian.

Old Madam Hu said sarcastically, "The child is ignorant, but you are so ashamed. You are not pretty, and you wear such a conspicuous skirt. If you go out, you will be a disgrace to my son!"

Hu Mianmian's eyes widened.

Is this old lady blind?

Her mother has fair skin, beautiful looks, long legs, black hair, soft red lips, and a dignified and generous smile.

The dress she wore was even more beautiful than the ladies in the palace. She looked like a beautiful lady in the world.

How dare Mrs. Hu say that she is not pretty? This is clearly an attempt to erode Chen Qingyin's self-esteem! To discipline her by belittling and suppressing her!

Hu Mianmian couldn't bear it anymore and started to scold directly: "You are the most beautiful. You are over 60 and wear pink every day. You are the only one among the old ladies. Who can be prettier than you?"

When these words were spoken, everyone in the audience was surprised.

Everyone looked at Old Madam Hu, and then they realized that no matter what clothes she wore on the outside, the lining inside was always pink brocade.

She has always been like this, and no one dares to accuse her of being disrespectful to her elders.

But today it was pointed out by Hu Mianmian.

Madam Hu was both ashamed and angry. She slammed the table and yelled, "Hu Mianmian! Do you still have any respect for others?"

Chen Qingyin was busy protecting her daughter: "Don't be angry, mother. Mianmian is just a child and doesn't mind what he says."

Liang Yunyan covered her lips to hide the mockery on her face.

No matter how good Chen Qingyin's conditions were, or how beautiful she looked, what good was it? She gave birth to an ugly child, and she didn't know the rules.

Hu Mianmian saw Liang Yunyan's smug expression out of the corner of her eye.

Hey, have you forgotten who you are?

The little girl turned her gaze to Liang Ruosheng beside her, her eyes swirling and releasing her magic power.

At that moment, Liang Ruosheng, who was trying hard to hold back his laughter, burst out laughing and spoke his true feelings.

"The old lady in pink said what I dared not say, hahaha..." She stopped laughing and quickly covered her mouth.

Damn, why couldn't I hold it back?

Liang Ruosheng looked at Mrs. Hu in horror, and indeed saw her gloomy eyes staring at him.

Liang Yunyan couldn't laugh anymore and stood up in panic: "You little girl, you dare to laugh at our ancestors and you still don't admit your mistake!"