Yun Jinnian clasped Mrs. Yuan’s hand, "Nanny, we will never live the way we did before again, I promise you!"
The wet nurse immediately went to register and make an inventory, finding novelty and beauty in it, even taking some items to compare and admire.
Watching her, Yun Jinnian smiled warmly, "Nanny, if you like it, just take it!"
"I wouldn’t dream of it. Keep them all for your dowry. I have several gold hairpins, so beautiful I can’t even wear them all!" Mrs. Yuan said and then had Madam An take note of the items.
Madam An’s writing was exquisite, comparable to Ru Yue’s meticulous recording.
Watching, Yun Jinnian smiled, "Ru Yue, are you going to watch the Dragon Boat Race?"
"This servant will stay home to help Nanny sort things out and won’t go. Miss, please be careful!"
Since returning from Yingci’an, Ru Yue rarely spoke and seldom left Niannian Garden.
Now that Yun Jinnian was back, she was very dedicated in serving her.
Yun Jinnian finished getting ready; anyway, Hemei, Henuan, Hongdou, Hongye, and Hongxiu had gone to Qiyue Academy to find Mrs. Han.
Mrs. Han took Yun Jinnian’s hand, "I heard that the Princess sent you some zongzi?"
Yun Jinnian nodded, "There were other rewards too. I had them all moved to Niannian Garden; Nanny is recording them now. I asked Auntie to distribute the zongzi!"
Mrs. Han chuckled, "That’s right. Keep your things well; they are the foundation for your future security and status!"
The mother and daughter walked out laughing, only to see Yun Qi arrive accompanied by Aunty Rou and Aunty Lian.
Yun Jinnian bowed to Yun Qi, called out "Father," and then lowered her eyes.
Aunty Rou and Aunty Lian hurried to pay respects to Mrs. Han, "We have seen the lady!"
"Are you too going to watch the dragon boats?" Mrs. Han asked indifferently, giving them a glance before turning to Yun Qi.
"I’m taking them out to enjoy the festivities. Will you join us, Shu niang?"
"No need. I’ve already reserved the Riverside Elegant Room at Huiquan Tower. After watching the dragon boats, I’ll go back to my parents’ place. Father has returned to the Capital City and he might not be back for dinner. You all have fun!" Mrs. Han said nonchalantly.
Taking Yun Jinnian by the hand, they walked past Yun Qi, out of Qiyue Academy, through the second door, and left the Yun Residence, boarding a horse carriage with a group of children.
The carriage was spacious, fitting two adults and six children without feeling crowded.
Although Hongdou and the others were young, they were incredibly sensible and well-mannered. They were skilled yet not proud, still working hard to practice martial arts, learn to read, and follow Madam An in learning how to handle various calculations within noble households.
Upon reaching Huiquan Tower, they directly went up to the Riverside Elegant Room on the third floor. Seeds, pastries, fragrant tea, and floral water were already prepared.
"Don’t stand on ceremony, everyone. Just grab some food and watch from the window!" said Mrs. Han, sitting on the chair and elegantly pouring herself some tea.
Setting down the teapot, "Jinnian, you pour your own tea as well!"
Yun Jinnian picked up the teapot, slightly composed her guilt, and gently poured a cup of tea.
Her movements were also extremely elegant and refined.
"Hmm, very good!" Mrs. Han praised.
"Thank you for the compliment, Mother!"
Mother and daughter exchanged a smile, holding their tea cups and gazing at the river’s surface, waiting for the start of the Dragon Boat Race.
Suddenly, knocking sounds arose. Mrs. Han, fearing Yun Qi’s arrival, showed displeasure and signaled Bai Que to answer the door, taking a deep breath.
Bai Que promptly went to open the door of the elegant room and heard Dai Hanmi’s coquettish laugh, "Mother, Sister-in-law, Second Sister-in-law, I told you it was Sister Jinnian, you didn’t believe me, do you believe me now?"