"The Princess of Showa personally cooks and prepares the banquet?"

After Xie Zhan heard the news, he frowned tightly.

What kind of trouble is this?

As far as he knew, Mingxiu had no connection with the Duke of Rongguo. What could possibly cause Mingxiu to degrade himself like this?

The Duke of Rongguo is a long-established noble in the desert. These people have always acted arrogantly, and they are not afraid of using their power to suppress others.

Although Mingji opened not long ago, in terms of quality, it can be regarded as the best in the capital.

Not only was Mingxiu granted the title of princess, but also because of her own strength.

People who wanted Mingji to help prepare the banquet were like crucian carp crossing the river, but Mingji didn't agree to any of them.

Even Mingxiu himself once said that if there was no accident, he would not get involved in that matter.

Now Xie Zhan had to doubt the actions of Duke Rongguo.

"Let's also go and see the engagement banquet of the fifth lady of Duke Rongguo's mansion."

Xie Zhan said that he was about to stand up, but was stopped by the counselor beside him.

"Master, we didn't get the invitation."

"so what?"

He usually behaves politely, but if he wants to go anywhere, there is nothing he can't do in this capital.

Could it be that the Duke of Rongguo would still drive him out?

Seeing that he couldn't stop him, the counselor couldn't help but sigh in his heart, and put Mingxiu on the level of a witch who brought disaster to the country.

"My subordinates are going to see the gifts right now."

Rongguo Duke's Mansion.

The youngest daughter of Duke Rong Guo is engaged, and the matter is considered a big deal or a small matter in the capital.

She was the youngest daughter of Duke Rongguo's generation, and she was engaged to be the most promising and youngest daughter in the court. Regardless of whether she had received the invitation or not, many people came to congratulate her.

On such a happy day, even though he was caught off guard, the Rongguo Duke's mansion did not rush out the guests.

Mrs. Rongguo had no choice but to send someone to the kitchen to deliver the message.

"Mother, today's situation is a bit too tiring for Princess Showa." Mrs. Xu, the young lady of the Rongguo Palace, felt that it was inappropriate after knowing that Princess Showa hosted a banquet at their house.

It’s even more unreasonable.

Mrs. Rong Guogong did not think of such a situation, or in other words she thought of it, but did not have a backup plan in advance and wanted to see what Mingxiu was capable of.

There are some dark thoughts in my heart.

But the situation at this time was somewhat beyond expectation.

No one expected that Xie Zhan would arrive suddenly. His arrival attracted some people who had not planned to come but only sent congratulatory gifts to send people hurriedly.

Not to mention Mingxiu at the back, even the people from Duke Rongguo's house who were waiting for guests in the front were a little too busy.

This matter is neither big nor small.

If it was not done well, not only would her little daughter make people laugh, but the regent would also feel that they were deliberately trying to embarrass Mingxiu.

Thinking of the possible consequences, Mrs. Rongguo gritted her teeth.

"Send twenty more little boys to the back to help, and keep people watching. If anyone dares to disobey the princess, he or she will cut off his tongue and sell it out without asking me, no matter who it is!" Yes!

After the nun beside her gave instructions, she looked at her daughter-in-law again, "Let's deal with today's matters first. When it's over, you can come to Princess Showa personally with a gift to apologize."

They were all shocked by this incident, not to mention Mingxiu, who came from the private sector and had not seen many big events.

"yes."

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Although Mingxiu was a little surprised by the continuous reports from the front, he didn't rush too much.

She has already arranged the basic things. The snacks started yesterday afternoon and were prepared for 200 people. It can still last for a while.

And the dishes...

How many of the people who came to the engagement banquet really came here just to eat?

She decided on the spot to divide the prepared dishes into two portions and rearrange them.

As long as the presentation is nice and the taste is not bad, who cares whether the portions of the dishes are solid or not?

For a banquet like this, it just needs to look good and be high-end.

After making such a decision, the chef's movements obviously moved much faster. Mingxiu only needed to give some instructions, and then watched the cooks from the Rongguo Duke's family who were helping with the chores arrange the dishes.

She often only needs to demonstrate, and these people can do a good job.

I saw those cooks who had written all over their faces that this was still possible.

Mingxiu had to admit that her vanity was greatly satisfied.

"Princess, the banquet will begin in two quarters of an hour." Sanniang was so busy that she was sweating profusely, but the smile on her face was as bright as ever.

If Mingxiu hadn't brought them here, she might never have seen such a big family banquet in her life.

After Ming's mother taught her cooking skills and took her to be a chef in a restaurant, Sanniang began to have an unexplainable ambition in her heart.

This scene coincided with her inner ambition.

Not to mention my gratitude to Mingxiu.

Seeing the twinkling light in Sanniang's eyes, Mingxiu's heart moved slightly.

Sanniang urged a few more times, and many people were waiting for Mingxiu's order.

"Are the dishes ready?"

“Only some of the big dishes are a bit undercooked, but most of them are almost done.”

Work efficiency is pretty good.

Mingxiu nodded slightly, "Let's serve the appetizers first, and wait a little longer for the big dishes."

The cold dishes were almost ready. Ming Xiu gave an order, and the errands in Duke Rongguo's mansion began to move quickly.

The table in front has been set, and just waiting for them to serve the appetizers, the guests can sit down.

The fact that Mingxiu took over the job of Duke Rongguo's palace had spread throughout the circles of the capital's nobles.

At this time, many people actually came here to try Princess Showa’s craftsmanship.

A large number of them are not as high-status as Ming Xiu. If they miss today, they may not be able to taste the princess's craftsmanship for the rest of their lives.

While I was curious, I was also disdainful of Mingxiu's "self-destructive" behavior.

After all, in the minds of most people, the honor of a princess means that she should be pampered at home and do her part when the country and the dynasty need it.

For example, getting married or something.

After all, the emperor had said before making Mingxiu the princess that he would give the title of princess to the girl the second prince liked. Many people felt that the emperor had the intention of giving Mingxiu, a grassroots princess from the common people, to the second prince of the Southern Dynasty as his concubine.

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Of course, people who have such thoughts are not considered too high-status.

After all, anyone with a little bit of discernment can see that with Mingxiu's talent and contributions, it is impossible for the emperor to send such a person to the Southern Dynasties.

Sending Mingxiu away doesn’t mean giving away the plow and the method of nourishing the soil?

So what's the use of keeping it secret like this now?

Regardless of whether the emperor was so stupid, it was impossible for them, the ministers, and even Xie Zhan to agree.

Of course, acknowledging Mingxiu's contribution does not mean that they acknowledge Mingxiu's self-degradation.

Many of the people who came to the banquet today were women from the harem. When Mingxiu was granted the title of princess, these ladies had all thought of marrying Mingxiu to their son who did not need to inherit the family property. This would give them dignity and dignity.

Don't lose your own face.

But today, when Mingxiu came out to host a banquet, the idea of ​​marrying Mingxiu might not disappear, but the candidate immediately changed from the legitimate second son and legitimate son to a concubine or a sideline son.

Many ladies from noble families were secretly joking and looking down on Mingxiu, but all of this had nothing to do with the Duke of Rongguo.

The fact that they were able to invite Princess Showa to organize the wedding banquet of their first wife directly demonstrated their ability. Subtly, the Rongguo Palace left a deep impression on the powerful people in the capital.

This is exactly what Princess Rongguo wants to achieve.

Xie Zhan watched all this happen and couldn't help but smile to himself, "This silly girl Mingxiu always makes wedding clothes for others."

He knew that even if Mingxiu knew all this, she might not take it to heart. She only wanted to do business. Now that the status of the princess could make her business better and the price higher, it was too late to be happy. How could she care about those things?

Are people laughing at her for lowering her status?

There was nothing wrong with the banquet...if Mingxiu being laughed at was not a mistake.

After the dishes were served, Xie Zhan ignored those people who came to greet him openly or covertly, and went straight to the kitchen.

Mingxiu disappeared somewhere, leaving Sanniang quarreling with a middle-aged woman.
To be continued...