"Novels, novels, novels
Important things must be
repeated three times"
Quick Transmigration: She's a Heartbreaker: Ch 93, The Imposter Noble Lady As the xing ling continued, Jiang Xun used another poem line to create several other Poem-Modifying Orders. All the noblemen applauded her for her talents, while some even admitted they were inferior to her in terms of talent. In the end, Jiang Xun and Shen Xi Tang were the best, which meant they should have split the prizes equally. However, Shen Xi Tang didn't want anything, so both prizes were given to Jiang Xun. "These were originally brought out by me. How does it make sense to take it back? You can just accept it all." Shen Xi Tang said lightly. Jiang Xun bowed gracefully to thank him. Yet she replied neither humble nor arrogant, "Thank you, Shen Langjun. This extant copy and the Cheng Xin Tang Paper are both extremely valuable. Shen Langjun taking out these two things is already generous enough. How can I take them all away? How about Shen Langjun let me pick first and then the remaining one will go to you?" Shen Xi Tang’s gaze cast on her as he slowly answered, "That's fine too, which one do you want?" When he spoke, he faintly glanced at Jiang Xun's lips. As she spoke, her lips would open and close, making her pink tongue vaguely seen. Just thinking about it, he could feel how sweet and soft it would be, which made him restless. If he could taste that, you wouldn't understand how refreshing it would be. Shen Xi Tang looked away as his hands behind his back clenched a little. While no one knew his thoughts, everyone could feel that the aura radiating from him has become more joyous. This person had a strong control ability. If his mood was good, even the factors in the air would become more wonderful. The corners of Jiang Xun's lips raised slightly, "I want the Cheng Xin Tang Paper." This answer was surprising as well as expected. Although the extant copy was precious and rare, for the literati, the Cheng Xin Tang Papers was more appealing. He originally thought that Jiang Xun might choose the extant copy to be humble, but from this point of view, he thought wrong. Shen Xi Tang's expression remained unchanged as he responded calmly, "Okay, bring the Cheng Xin Tang Paper over to this lady." Jiang Xun raised her head and smiled gently at him. Shen Xi Tang's calm eyes stagnated for a moment. That smile with bright eyes and white teeth dazzled him. ... After the xing ling was over, someone suggested they head over to the garden to enjoy the flowers. Everyone then got up to admire the flowers in the peach blossom forest for a while until it got late and the ladies went back to their homes. As soon as Jiang Xun returned to Yan Residence, the madams of Yan Residence all heard about her outstanding performance today. This couldn’t be better as being able to stand out among all the capital‘s noble ladies as well as gaining Shen Xi Tang’s prize would allow them to have much more of a confidence in finding a capable in-law's family. Old Madame Yan was especially happy. When Jiang Xun went to pay her respects, Old Madame Yan held her hand to praise her for a long time and even kept her for dinner. Then because Jiang Xun made her happy, which caused Old Madame Yan to eat an extra half bowl of rice, she told her to come again tomorrow. Once Jiang Xun returned to her room, she had Ying Qiao to send half the Cheng Xin Tang Paper to Yan Yu Yue. When Ying Qiao came back, she said, "Young Miss Xun, you didn’t see how delighted Eldest Young Miss was. She let me come back to thank you and invite you to go to her Shui Xin Courtyard tomorrow." Jiang Xun slowly took a sip of the tea she was holding. She smiled but didn’t say a word, her expression contented. Ying Qiao handed Jiang Xun the two books that Yan Yu Yue asked her to bring back, "Young Miss Xun, this is what Eldest Young Miss asked me to bring to you as her reciprocation. She said these are her two most favorite books." Jiang Xun accepted the books. Flipping through a few pages, she responded in a low voice, "These are indeed two good books." "Young Miss Xun, is that paper really that precious? It's the first time I have seen Eldest Young Miss that happy." Jiang Xun smiled, "En, Elder Sister Yue is a scholarly girl. Naturally she will regard the Cheng Xin Tang Paper as a treasure." She only made a gift out of an item provided by someone else in front of her to please her. Since she didn't need this paper, it couldn’t be wrong to give it to Yan Yu Yue in exchange for a favor. Ying Qiao "Oh" and nodded. Jiang Xun suddenly asked, "Where is Cen Bi?" As she placed down the tea cup, her tone was somewhat indifferent. Ying Qiao paused for a moment, "She’s waiting outside." "Calculating it, she should’ve been at the outer courtyard for exactly half a month, right?" Jiang Xun continued. Ying Qiao nodded, "Yes." Jiang Xun nodded thoughtfully, her attitude made Ying Qiao somewhat puzzled. After a while, Jiang Xun said, "Then tomorrow, let her come back to the room." "En, I understand." The next day, Cen Bi came back to serve inside the room. Therefore, she took care of her morning routine, only Jiang Xun's attitude towards her had become cold. Although Cen Bi wasn’t happy, the hard work of the past two months has grinded down her character, so she doesn't dare to be presumptuous anymore. When Jiang Xun was about to greet Old Madame Yan, Cen Bi took a plain dress from the cabinet. However, Jiang Xun waved her hand. Glancing at the Ying Qiao behind her, she said calmly, "Dressing like this to see Grandmother won’t be appropriate. Help me grab another outfit." Cen Bi's expression froze as Ying Qiao looked at Jiang Xun, "Yes, Young Miss." Only now did Jiang Xun look at Cen Bi with some warning in her eyes. She did do this deliberately. Since she has already chosen this path, then she better continue down this path honestly without any trouble. Jiang Xun intended to slowly cure her defiance as well as vent out the original owner’s anger. After all, this mission didn't have a specific content, it required her figuring it out herself. Then Jiang Xun plans on acting out according to her own character. If she were the original owner, she would definitely not let this Cen Bi live a comfortable life. Right now, they were ants on the same boat. She had to tolerate her, but it doesn't mean that she would let her do whatever she wanted. Ying Qiao soon brought over a silk-colored hibiscus camellia obscure pattern sleeved over-dress and a lilac-colored twelve peony embroidered skirt. Seeing it, Jiang Xu nodded in satisfaction, "I’ll wear this." Cen Bi's eyes darkened a bit, but in a short time she returned to normal. She took the clothes from Ying Qiao and eagerly offered, "Let me serve you in changing." Ying Qiao paused, her expression still calm. ... Since Old Madame Yan worshiped the Buddha devoutly, she was already up, burning incense and reciting scriptures every day by the time roosters crowed. When Jiang Xun arrived, Old Madame Yan had just exited the small Buddhist hall and was drinking tea. Old Madame Yan was wearing a silver-red tufted flower jersey with a lilac-colored headpiece inlaid with white chalcedony. She appeared stern, but when she saw Jiang Xun, she revealed a benevolent smile and affectionately called her by her nickname, "Xun Jie’er, you’re here, quickly come and sit next to Grandmother." "En." Jiang Xun showed a sweet soft smile and sat down next to Old Madame Yan obediently. Old Madame Yan asked again, "Have you had breakfast yet?" "No, I still need to take medicine in the morning. The doctor said that after taking the medicine, I have to rest before eating, so I haven't eaten anything." Jiang Xun replied in a low voice. Upon hearing her words, Old Madame Yan said with a smile, "Yes, your illness might seem to be cured, but the medicine can't be stopped right away. If you are hungry, you can have a little here with Grandmother." Mother Liu, who was next to Old Madame Yan, hurriedly ordered the chef in the side kitchen to quickly make breakfast. The aristocratic families in the capital were extremely particular about dining. Everything they ate for the daily three meals was fine and even the breakfast was extremely luxurious. Old Madame Yan normally had a light breakfast. Usually the side kitchen only made food such as Rock Sugar Bird Nest and Lily Lotus Seed Congee, but today Jiang Xun was here, Mother Liu specifically asked the chef to cook more. Therefore, when the dishes were served one by one, the maids brought out Veggie Scallion Crepes, Snowflake Cake, Smooth Water Noodles, Soy Noodles, Five-Color Wontons... … along with some seasonal side dishes, porridge and pickled vegetables. They also brought out plates of Heron Pastry, Tian Xi cakes and Mi Yun cakes the Main Room sent yesterday. Seeing this, Jiang Xun felt it was a little funny, "Why is there so much? Grandmother, you’re going to feed me into a fatty." "It's better to be fat. You ah are too thin and weak, you have to eat more." Old Madame Yan smiled. After the meal, Jiang Xun spoke with Old Madame Yan and then accompanied her for a walk in the yard to help her digest. It was almost noon when the Main Room’s Head Wife came. Old Madame Yan said to the maid who reported, "Let her come in." After a while, they saw a young woman in her early thirties coming in. She was the First Madam of the Duke Residence and the Di mother of Yan Yu Yue and Yan Xi Wu. She had an oval face and dressed both exquisitely and luxuriously, appearing very dignified with a kind smile between her brows. Seeing Jiang Xun here, First Madam was taken aback. Jiang Xun hurriedly got up and called "Aunt." First Madam nodded with a smile. "Why are you here at this hour?" Old Madame Yan asked. "Mother, Daughter-in-law is here to discuss something with you." As she said this, she glanced at Jiang Xun. Jiang Xun recognized her meaning, "Grandmother, I remembered that Sister Yue said yesterday that she would come see me. I’m afraid if I’m not there, she won't see me, so I’ll have to go back to wait for her." Old Madame Yan nodded. Jiang Xun got up and left. Once she left the room, she lightened her steps and could vaguely hear First Madam say her name. Linking it with the memory of the original owner, Jiang Xun could probably guess what First Madame was looking for Old Madame Yan at the moment. Sure enough, later that night, Mother Liu, who served beside Old Madame Yan, came to invite Jiang Xun over. Old Madame Yan told her that these days she had been looking for a suitable husband’s choice for her and took a fancy to the second son of the Xiao family. She was planning to go to the Xiao Family Spring Banquet in a few days to hint her meaning and inquire about Madam Xiao's intentions. Unexpectedly, Madam Wang from the Ministry of Rites visited today. Madam Wang was the cousin of Madam Xiao and has a pretty good relationship with the Yan family. She said that the Xiao family wanted to propose marriage to Jiang Xun for their second son. Since Old Old Madame Yan already had this intention, now the other party came to mention it first made her ecstatic. After discussing with First Madam for a long time, she felt this matter was feasible, so she called Jiang Xun over to ask her about what she wanted. "Have you seen Second Xiao Lang today?" Old Madame Yan looked at her with a face full of smiles. Jiang Xun lowered her head, a little bashfully, and blushed, nodding in response. "Then do you agree to this marriage? With your parents gone, Grandmother will naturally make the decision for you. You only have to tell me what you want." Old Madame Yan said this sincerely. The author has something to say: Xiao Wang He: Who is faster than me? Younger Sister Xun, you must remember that I was the first one to propose to you, none of them are comparable to me. The Other Big Pig Trotters: I’ll gift you four words– "Catching Up From Behind" Jiang Xun: Cough, let's take a look at your performances first. Try your best and impress me. The Bad Author: Men are all Big Pig Trotters, let the female lead eat them all __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Notes: Langjun (郎君): in this case, Langjun refers to a nobleman. Think of it as Sir Big Pig Trotters (大猪蹄子): it’s an Internet slang that “Men are all Big Pig Trotters,” which disses those men who are cheaters and chauvinists
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