Chapter 309 Benevolence
Song Ci condescended to meet with an ordinary woman like herself, which made Mrs. Li feel grateful, yet she knew not to overstep her boundaries. After chatting for a while, she took her leave.
"The kindness of the Empress Dowager towards our Yan Family, I will always remember in my heart. When my son Sheng’er gets married in the future, if the Empress Dowager doesn’t find it beneath her, please do come and have a couple of drinks with us," Mrs. Li said.
Song Ci smiled and replied, "If this old body of mine can still manage by then, I’ll certainly want to share in the joy of the newlyweds."
Mrs. Li, pleased, earnestly bowed again.
Hong You saw her out, and Nanny Gong then had the festival gifts sent by Mrs. Li and her family brought for Song Ci to view.
The gifts were not particularly expensive, mostly local specialties, but what stood out was an embroidery screen sewn personally by the mother and daughter for Song Ci.
The screen featured an embroidered crane and auspicious clouds, symbolizing longevity, with exquisite craftsmanship that seemed almost lifelike.
"I heard it was rushed to completion both day and night, likely upon learning that you secured a marriage proposal for Scholar Yan, and they hurried to the capital to present it to you," Nanny Gong said with a smile.
Song Ci caressed the crane, clicking her tongue in praise, thinking to herself that the ancient embroidery skills were indeed very delicate and intricate. Remembering that Mrs. Li’s eyesight was somewhat poor, and the calluses on Yan Ziyu’s hands, she said, "They were very thoughtful. Mrs. Li’s eyesight is strained, a bit poor; send them some chrysanthemums and goji berries for tea, prepare some seasonal pastries, and send some of our manor’s mooncakes, so they can also have a taste."
"This old servant remembers." Nanny Gong replied.