A Foodie Transmigrated into the Palace-Chapter 910: Dropping By

"Well, in a few days, it’ll be Chenchen’s birthday. How about taking him... out of the palace for a look around!"

Hmm, that’s a good idea.

Studying all day long; we don’t want him to become a bookworm.

Boys should see more of the world!

Just as she was thinking, Zi Su walked in with a smile.

"Noble Consort, it’s time for breakfast!"

"Hmm!"

Xia Ruqing nodded and walked out.

Henger and Yeye were already waiting.

Henger was dressed in a white little jacket, with a silver silk hat, and a small piece of gentle jade hanging on his forehead.

Yeye, on the other hand, was dressed in a fiery red cotton coat, flame-red, without a hat, but he wore small boots with gold thread and crimson brocade.

One looked like a white ermine on snowy ground, while the other resembled a fiery little fox.

Looking at them made Xia Ruqing feel overjoyed.

She was dying to hug one and give them a big kiss.

However...

Something was off about the two of them.

Upon closer inspection, both were looking at each other’s clothes with disdain!

Their eyes seemed to say:

’Look what you’re wearing, bright red, like a big rooster!’

’You talk about me, but look at yourself, dull and ugly!’

Xia Ruqing found it hilarious.

"What’s... going on with you two?"

Interrupted, the two quickly withdrew their gazes.

"Mother Consort!"

Henger called in a childlike voice.

Yeye also stood up.

"Mother Consort... looks nice!"

He pointed proudly at his outfit, signaling her to look.

Xia Ruqing looked around.

She hugged each and praised them.

"Henger looks good, in the future... becoming a charming gentleman wouldn’t be bad!"

"Yeye looks great too, in the future... how about becoming a handsome young prince?!"

The two children didn’t quite understand, but they knew Mother Consort was praising them.

So, they both giggled.

"Alright, alright, time to eat!" Xia Ruqing said, hugging the two of them.

Yeye’s eyes lit up.

"Great! Eat... food!"

"To grow tall!"

Henger didn’t care much.

Eating was just eating; growing tall wasn’t important!

...

After breakfast.

Seeing the good weather outside.

Xia Ruqing took the children out to play in the courtyard.

By October, the weather had gotten quite cold.

But Xia Ruqing didn’t plan to keep the kids indoors.

Just dress warmly, running and jumping around is so healthy!

Zi Yue had already prepared everything in the yard.

Tea stove, books, cushions, blankets.

Sitting warmly, not cold at all.

The book in her hand was about the customs and culture of the Capital City.

She wanted to see where to take Chenchen.

At four years old, he was born and raised in the palace.

Outside the palace, aside from the training ground, he hadn’t been anywhere.

It’s essential for children to broaden their horizons.

Can’t be like herself, just eating and lazing around!

She drank tea as she flipped through the pages.

The Academy? Not right, there are already plenty of books in the palace library.

Martial arts school? Not necessary, the best martial arts teachers are already in the palace.

Where else is suitable for a boy to gain knowledge?!

Xia Ruqing flipped through the book back and forth, but found nothing.

"Ah, such a headache!"

Zi Yue chuckled, just about to say something.

Suddenly, Xiao Xizi came in from outside.

"Noble Consort, Consort Cheng Pin requests to see you!"

"Consort Cheng Pin?" Xia Ruqing was a bit surprised.

She rarely comes!

Ever since the Second Prince was born, she has been more secluded.

But with her transparent nature, life should be good!

Now coming over, she must have something to say!

Xia Ruqing quickly said.

"Invite her in!"

"Alright!"

Xiao Xizi went out.

A moment later, Consort Cheng Pin came in with the Second Prince, smiling happily.

She wore a sky-blue palace dress, with snow-white and exquisite camel wool at the collar and cuffs.

The Second Prince wore a light brown outer robe.

A round hat of the same color on his head, his big eyes gleaming, just like Cheng Pin.

As they entered.

Consort Cheng Pin greeted with a smile.

"Greetings, Noble Consort!"

The Second Prince mimicked her, bowing with small fists.

"Greetings, Noble Consort!" His small voice was tender, very adorable.

"Please rise!"

"Please rise!"

Xia Ruqing quickly got up, leaned over, and helped the little boy up.

"Take a seat!"

Xia Ruqing pointed to the other two stools beside the stone table.

"Thank you, Noble Consort!"

Consort Cheng Pin smiled and sat down with the Second Prince.

The Second Prince looked at his mother Consort, then at Xia Ruqing.

His big eyes blinked, and belatedly said.

"Thank you, Noble Consort!"

Xia Ruqing couldn’t help but chuckle.

"The Second Prince is so sensible at a young age!"

Consort Cheng Pin smiled, shaking her head.

"Noble Consort has no idea, he’s quite a mischievous monkey, jumping around giving me a headache!"

Xia Ruqing smiled.

Thinking to herself:

I know!

You have one, I have two!

With that thought, Xia Ruqing felt a bit uncomfortable.

In the modern day, this would be like mistresses meeting up!

Neither is the main wife! Awkward when you think about it.

Consort Cheng Pin didn’t seem to feel anything.

She spoke directly, smiling.

"Honghong enjoys the yellow beans here!"

"He played in the Imperial Garden once, and has been thinking about it for days!"

"Since there’s nothing today, I brought him to visit; hope you don’t mind, Noble Consort!"

Xia Ruqing smiled.

"What’s the matter!" So, that’s why!

She spoke gently to the Second Prince.

"The yellow beans are in the backyard; Henger and Yeye are playing there, you can go too!"

The Second Prince jumped off the stool, eyes sparkling.

"Great!"

Xia Ruqing gave an order.

"Xiao Xizi, take him there!"

"Yes!"

Xiao Xizi replied respectfully and led the Second Prince away.

The front yard was left with only Xia Ruqing and Consort Cheng Pin.

Actually, she didn’t like dealing with consorts.

Everyone’s a rival in love.

Not fighting is considered polite enough.

Being friends?

She wasn’t crazy!

Thus, she treated Consort Cheng Pin with some indifference.

After three cups of light tea, the atmosphere grew mildly awkward.

Consort Cheng Pin glanced at the book on the table before speaking.

"No wonder you’re so knowledgeable!"

"You often read these local chronicles!"

Xia Ruqing waved her hand.

"Just flipping through idly, it’s nothing!"

"I’ve heard you excel at making fruit wine; I’d like to learn!"

Xia Ruqing replied politely.

"If you like, I’ll write you a recipe sometime!"

"Thank you, Noble Consort!"

Consort Cheng Pin was delighted.

Xia Ruqing smiled too.

Actually, she truly appreciated Consort Cheng Pin’s nature.

No trouble, no drama, no gossip, no prying!

If it were others.

By now, they’d probably be stirring up gossip.

"I heard... so and so, such and such!"

It would be irritating to listen to.

She wasn’t concerned with others.

Her own wellbeing is the best!

Just as she thought upon first entering the palace.

This life, she only wanted to live well, to live happily!

Thinking this, she waved with a smile.

"A mere gesture, no need for formality!"

The two of them idly chatted back and forth.

An hour later.

Three little boys came running from the backyard.