Chapter 29 The Cherry Feast without Cherries
Shen Yunxi coyly cast a glance at her mother in faux annoyance.
Her mother, truly... She had just taken the rare chance to showcase her talents, yet before she could hear a single compliment, her mother had cut her off.
Left with no choice, she said, "Lianxin, please escort the ladies to the Pavilion and prepare to open the banquet."
After the guests were seated, palace maids entered in a steady stream, serving aromatic tea.
This Pavilion was open on three sides, with the fourth adorned with various cherry-themed paintings and calligraphy for appreciation.
Shen Yunxi spoke gently, "Today’s banquet is named the Cherry Banquet. I specially ordered the sweetest, juiciest cherries and requested the Imperial Chef to prepare cherry mousse pastries, cherry cakes, cherry blossom puddings, cherry juice, and other delicacies and drinks for all of you. After the banquet, I have prepared a basket of large cherries for each of you to take back home and savor at your leisure."
The noblewomen and young ladies rose to express their gratitude, creating a moment where guests and host were genuinely joyful.
Lu Qianqian chirped, "The cherries from Crown Princess Consort’s residence must be better than anywhere else! I’ll make sure to eat my fill today!"
"You..." Shen Yunxi scolded playfully, "All you ever think about is eating. Such a little glutton! Be careful not to gain weight, or the Prince Consort will tease you someday!"
"Crown Princess Consort, you’re making fun of me!"