Chapter 76: Chapter 76
Prime Minister Bai thought of the Purple Cloud Soft Scented Silk and Flowing Clouds Robe, and with a stern face said, "Let’s go."
Considering the effort he put into finding these treasures to give Susu face, he would tolerate him for a moment.
Don’t think he didn’t know that many people were waiting to see Susu’s joke, expecting the Crown Prince to merely go through the motions of betrothal to the Bai Family and present some ordinary betrothal gifts as the Royal Family required.
Now, once this list of betrothal gifts is released, not to mention the emperor’s opinion, there probably won’t be a single noble lady in the city who isn’t envious of Susu.
Once entering the room, the steward of the Eastern Palace, Li Cang, quickly ordered someone to bring over the Purple Cloud Soft Scented Silk and other items individually.
Bai Susu couldn’t help but curiously glance over.
She saw a little eunuch cautiously holding a roll of light purple fabric, obviously several meters long, but when rolled up, it was just a thin bit, measuring at most less than half a pound in total.
Spring Peach and Warm Summer watched intently, even Prime Minister Bai was a bit surprised.
However, Bai Susu was not very amazed by this.
After all, the silk dress unearthed from the tomb of the Horse King of ancient China weighed only 49 grams in total; discounting the weight of the heavy collar and sleeves, the rest weighed just 20 grams.
Because thousands of years later, silkworms became fat and the silk they produced became coarser and thicker. Scientists couldn’t replicate this dress initially.
After spending much effort raising a generation of slim silkworms on special feed, it was finally replicated successfully thirteen years later.
This showed that in ancient times, weaving fabric as thin as cicada wings and light as mist wasn’t difficult for the Royal Family.
The rarity of the Purple Cloud Soft Scented Silk probably lies only in its unique natural purple color.
But to respect Feng Qiwu for going through so much trouble to find this betrothal gift, she still nodded with a hint of joy, indicating she liked it very much.
Then her eyes immediately turned to another item stacked together—a red cloak.
Compared to the other items, she was more curious about the Flowing Clouds Robe. ᴛhis chapter is ᴜpdated by novelFirｅ.net
"Your Highness, is this Flowing Clouds Robe truly impervious to swords and fire?" Bai Susu asked Feng Qiwu.
Feng Qiwu nodded, "Indeed! If Susu doesn’t believe it, I can give you a test to see."
After saying this, he abruptly pulled out the soft sword from his waist and swung it down on the Flowing Clouds Robe.
Unexpectedly, the robe shaken open was entirely unmarked by the cut.
Bai Susu couldn’t help but be greatly shocked.
This material was absolutely incredible.
Capable of repelling fire and possibly even bullets, in modern times it would be indispensable for firefighters and police!
Unfortunately, she also had no idea how this material was made, even if she knew, she couldn’t take it back to the modern era.
Such wonderful material shouldn’t just be made into a cloak.
It should be made into a fitted garment to provide perfect protection!
Thinking of this, Bai Susu quickly pondered on how to make this presumably uncuttable cloak into clothes to wear.
Seeing Bai Susu more interested in the Flowing Clouds Robe, Feng Qiwu asked, "Do you ?"
Bai Susu nodded, "Mm, it’s very practical."
The reason for liking it being its practicality left him speechless.
At this moment, Xiao Quanzi cautiously spoke up, "Miss Bai, why not take a look at this Mermaid Pearl? Wearing this pearl while diving can help avoid water exposure, and keeping it in your bedroom can drive away evil spirits."
Bai Susu’s heart couldn’t help but be moved.
Mermaid, isn’t that a siren?
Feng Qiwu must have tested the pearl’s efficacy after obtaining it.
This means the Mermaid Pearl might really be genuine.
This also implies there could truly be mermaids in this world.
Thinking of this, Bai Susu couldn’t help but look at the small wooden box in front of her.
Once the box was opened, a crystal bead the size of a baby’s fist appeared in front of her.
Upon seeing it, Bai Susu’s eyes brightened.
She then nodded slightly toward Feng Qiwu.
Seeing her response, Feng Qiwu also felt relieved.
Thankfully Susu liked these betrothal gifts.
His effort wasn’t in vain.
After nearly half an hour, the list of betrothal gifts was finally finished.
A eunuch then came over holding a thick booklet.
"Crown Prince, all the betrothal gifts are listed here."
Hearing this, Feng Qiwu looked toward Prime Minister Bai, "Grandfather, please have a look."
Prime Minister Bai: ...
Old man, I beg you, don’t call me grandfather.
"Susu, you should keep it yourself." Prime Minister Bai looked at Feng Qiwu, then said warmly to Bai Susu.
Bai Mansion was always managed by Susu, and of course these were her own betrothal gifts.
Only, the Crown Prince suddenly brought over so many valuable treasures, how would this old fellow compensate in the dowry!
Even thinking about it is worrisome!
Even if he gave all the Bai Mansion’s assets in the dowry, it might still not match the price of that roll of Purple Cloud Soft Scented Silk.
All the Crown Prince’s fault!
What’s the need for such a big display?
Wouldn’t a little sensation be fine?
Upon hearing this, Bai Susu nodded slightly toward Prime Minister Bai, then signaled Spring Peach and Warm Summer to store the list of betrothal gifts.
These needed to be checked again later to avoid any mishaps.
Once the betrothal issues were handled, Feng Qiwu directly spoke to Prime Minister Bai, "Grandfather, now can I spend some time alone with Susu?"
Prime Minister Bai’s beard immediately perked up again.
Then, with a stern face, he said, "At most half an hour!"
Then he turned to Bai Susu, "Susu, if he dares to make any inappropriate moves, you must tell grandfather, grandfather will definitely stand up for you."
Hearing these words, Bai Susu nodded with a touched expression, "I understand, grandfather."
She knew that Prime Minister Bai truly cared for Bai Susu, his only legitimate granddaughter.
Only then did Prime Minister Bai glance threateningly at Feng Qiwu and then left the front hall with a flick of his sleeve.
He had plenty to be busy with today.
Should the Crown Prince’s betrothal be mishandled, not only would it be a great disrespect to the Royal Family, but it would also cause Susu to lose face.
Thus, he ought to personally oversee it.
Meanwhile, once Prime Minister Bai left, Feng Qiwu immediately grabbed Bai Susu’s hand, with an expression of displeasure, huffed lightly, "The old fellow is guarding against me too much!"
Hearing this, Bai Susu disapprovingly glared at him and whispered, "How dare you speak, even though grandfather is guarding against you from all angles, he still can’t prevent your night visits to my boudoir."
Upon hearing this, Feng Qiwu instantly became cheerful and whispered in her ear with a laugh, "That only happens if Susu wishes to leave the window open for me at night."
Bai Susu’s mouth twitched abruptly.
Praise you a bit and you really go overboard?
Clearly, it was just you breaking in through the window.
However, it was rare for Bai Susu to spend time with Feng Qiwu during the day, so she didn’t intend to waste time on such meaningless topics.