bayedsolid Chapter 388 Flowing Seat
Chapter 388 Flowing Seat
"It's the county magistrate's wife."
"Okay, I'll go right away."
Upon hearing that the county magistrate's wife was coming, Zhou Mingshu stopped being lazy and quickly got up and went over.
Qi Rui also put down his cup and stood up, wanting to go over together.
Since the county magistrate's wife is here, it means that County Magistrate Niu has also arrived, and it is time for him to show up.
Two people went out of the door, one went into the main house and the other went to the yard.
When Mrs. Niu saw Zhou Mingshu coming, her smile became even sweeter than before.
"Look at you, you're such a restless person. We've all been talking in the room, but we've been waiting for you for so long that we can't see you."
Zhou Mingshu casually took Madam Niu's arm and said with a smile, "I didn't know Madam was coming. If I had known Madam would come, I would have been waiting at the door a long time ago. I would never have let you wait until now."
Madam Niu laughed several times. "It's a bit tiring after the long journey, but it's worth it to be able to see all these young girls in the house. It's not a wasted trip. As I get older, I like to see young girls who are full of energy and vitality."
"When your coming-of-age ceremony comes, I will personally put a hairpin on your hair."
When Zhou Mingshu heard that the county magistrate's wife wanted to tie his hair, he hurriedly bowed.
"Then Mingshu would like to thank Madam first."
Old Mrs. Zhou standing by also bowed with a smile.
It is an honor for the Zhou family to be able to invite the county magistrate's wife to do her hair!
There's really smoke coming out of our ancestral graves!
It was a child's coming-of-age ceremony, and several adults came to watch.
Old Mrs. Zhou felt a surge of warmth in her heart.
The auspicious time was approaching, and Wang Fugui stood on the stage to maintain order, asking adults and children to find stools and sit down first.
Several distinguished guests were also invited to the front to watch the ceremony.
The busy schedule has begun and the meals in the kitchen are almost ready.
As they were preparing to serve the food on the table, everything was going on in an orderly manner.
Zhou Mingshu stood aside, watching Zhou Mingqi kneeling on the cushion on the stage, waiting for Grandma Wang to tie her hair.
The silver hairpin for tying up the hair was bought by my aunt-in-law at the Yinbao Pavilion in town. The hairpin was engraved with gourd patterns all over, symbolizing good fortune and a wealthy life.
As elders, we naturally hope that our children can live a happy life in everything.
Grandma Wang’s hands were always steady. Although the process of bunting hair was slow, the bun was beautiful and strong. Finally, she tied it up with a silver hairpin and it was all done.
After the coming-of-age ceremony, everyone congratulated Old Lady Zhou and Zhou Mingqi one by one.
Then the banquet began, and everyone took their bowls and chopsticks and came to the buffet.
There is a bamboo clip on each large plate. You can use the clip to pick up whatever you want to eat and put it on the plate.
Magistrate Xue of Niu County and several officials including Qi Rui took the food from the plates first.
There were many dishes on the table, including vegetables, various meat dishes, and various fruits. As I walked along, I could hardly finish just a little bit from one plate.
"Hahahaha, I've lived for most of my life, but this is the first time I've eaten at such a buffet. I've heard of the story of Qushui Liushang a long time ago, but this is the first time I've experienced it in person."
"That's right! I think this is a very elegant move, but the meal cannot be served like the Qushui Liushang, otherwise the food will not be warm when you put it in your mouth."
Magistrate Niu and Lord Xue were chatting animatedly, and the two middle-aged men were not only not less interested, but even more excited.
When discussing literary allusions, he is very knowledgeable.
Qi Rui did not participate. He picked some delicious food and prepared to have a big feast.
Several of the dishes were specified in the book, and he wanted to eat more.
There was no wine today, and the two old men kept saying it was a pity. It was not until the ice jelly was served that they were completely shut up.
In the hot summer, a bowl of delicious ice jelly makes all the fine wines less appealing.
Butler Niu was a man who listened to advice. He knew that there were not many opportunities to come to Lianglin Village. This time, the master was coming to attend the banquet, so he shamelessly followed him just for this delicious meal.
As expected, the banquet was truly amazing.
Forget about asking him to serve the master and the mistress at mealtime. He took a plate, picked out some of his favorite food, and ate in a place where the master and the mistress couldn't see him.
If you can't see him, you can't order him around. He's such a wily old fellow.
The dishes at this banquet were different from those in the past. Most of them were light dishes with unique flavors. Most of them were fried foods and cold stews, and a few were hot dishes and hot soups.
These are very suitable to eat in the hot summer. After a meal, everyone’s clothes are not wet with sweat because of eating.
This was Mrs. Niu's first time to have a banquet at the Zhou family. The food tasted really good, and many of the dishes were new to her, especially the 'Chrysanthemum Fish'!
It looks good and tastes sweet and sour, just like her taste.
Of course, Zhuang who was standing by was also amazed. She really didn't expect that Mingshu had such skills.
This dish is really good.
If the mother-in-law insists on letting this girl marry in, it is not impossible for her to be a concubine. It would be a blessing for her to serve her parents-in-law some soup occasionally.
Zhuang didn't show any emotion on her face and ate the food in front of her obediently.
After eating these, there is still some soup to enjoy.
Watermelon juice and kiwi juice are available at will.
I'm used to eating watermelon, but I don't know what this peach juice is like?
The color is green, which is really novel.
Mrs. Niu took a sip and found it sour and sweet, very delicious!
Oh~ After eating and drinking enough, I have a glass of sweet and sour juice, which is really comfortable~
She patted Zhuang's hand, meaning, see, I told you to come over. What's the point of staying at home every day? Come to the banquet, you can see the beautiful girl, and taste delicious food. How great is that!
Zhuang understood what her mother-in-law meant and praised today's banquet. Only then did Mrs. Niu feel relieved.
After the banquet, nearby relatives and neighbors took their children back home.
And these dignitaries went to stroll around the flower garden.
"Mingshu, why didn't you tell us that you had such a beautiful garden? It's really beautiful. Such a large area is particularly spectacular. If I had known about it earlier, I would have come here to admire it earlier."
Zhou Mingshu smiled and said, "Madam, this is the first time that the flowers in this garden have bloomed this year. The blooming is uneven, and I am not satisfied with it. So I did not advertise it. I was thinking of inviting you to come and enjoy it next year when all the flowers are in full bloom."
"Now the scene is very good, very beautiful, like a paradise on earth."
The Gesang flowers in the flower garden are in full bloom and look truly beautiful. No wonder the lady praised them so highly.
"Ma'am, there's an orchard up ahead. I thought I'd pick some for you to take back home to eat. You can also squeeze a glass of juice when you want."
"Okay, okay, Mingshu, you can make the arrangements. Coming here today has broadened my horizons. I have never tasted your peach juice before."
Zhou Mingshu was introducing the affairs to his wife in front, while Zhou Mingzhi took a basket and picked some fruits, all those that were in season.
When the time comes, divide it up and give it to the adults to take back.