Do You Know?: I, the Little Cabinet Elder, Regent of the World.

Chapter 130 Polo Match!
The wind sweeps across the low sky, and the clouds hang low over the vast wilderness.

The ball skimmed across the green felt carpet, and colorful flags fluttered in the wind.

From time to time, noble ladies and sons of powerful families would gather there to play games such as pitch-pot, fishing, or ball-throwing.

Even more extreme, some rode horses with golden saddles and red sleeves, wielding clubs, and started playing polo.

On the grassland, Sheng Hualan, dressed in a light blue brocade dress, held a brocade handkerchief in her hand, her head held high and her eyebrows arched, her red lips slightly parted.

"Let's go."

Wang Ruofu, Sheng Molan, Sheng Rulan, Sheng Minglan, and Sheng Changfeng accompanied him.

As dawn broke and golden light pierced the clouds, illuminating the past, one could see the expressions of wonder on the faces of the people present.

When it comes to high-end activities in elite circles, Jinmingchi Polo Club is definitely one of them.

In fact, if Sheng Hualan hadn't specifically sent the invitation, the Sheng family, with its social standing, might not have even known about the event, let alone participated.

"This is the polo club?" Sheng Molan was dressed in a light green floral jacket over a light blue ruqun (a type of traditional Chinese dress), holding a fan with ink-painted orchid patterns. She looked fresh and elegant yet youthful and lively, clearly having dressed up carefully.

(Shengmolan Polo Club, as shown in the picture:)

The meadow was filled with noble ladies and sons of powerful families.

At first glance, the clothing is exquisite, made of the finest materials, and is a first-class luxury item.

Sheng Molan was slightly startled.

Is this what the elite circles of power and wealth are like?
Both Sheng Rulan and Sheng Minglan were somewhat surprised.

Since Sheng Hong became a fifth-rank official in the Ministry of Rites, the Sheng family has grown increasingly powerful, and their clothing and food have visibly improved compared to their time in Yangzhou.

Looking at it now, it was still too conservative!

"Let's go, the pavilion offers a place to rest," Sheng Hualan said softly.

The group nodded quickly and followed closely, afraid of being impolite.

Before long, we arrived at the pavilion.

Inside, tea, fruits, pastries, and candied fruit had already been laid out.

As Jiang Zhao's wife and a second-rank Lady of Nanyang County, Sheng Hualan was a prominent figure even among women.

Therefore, the pavilion that Madam Wu arranged for her was three or four zhang long.

This was also because the "madam of the county" might want to gather some female relatives together to enjoy tea, discuss tea, recite poetry, and play some games.

After all, once a woman reaches the level of "madam of the county," her husband must be a key figure in a certain faction.

It could even be someone at the level of "party leader".

For the female members of the party, their husbands' status was their status, and their responsibility was to appease the female members of the party.

The cabinet has six chairs, six factions, and the officials' families are not all the same group.

Occasionally, women from several factions might laugh and chat together, but this is a rare occurrence.

In most cases, it was the women of a particular faction who would gather together to play.

Because Han Zhang's lineage lacked a "principal wife," even though his concubine, Cui, was respected by the people, her actions were subject to many restrictions, and her respect was limited to the older generation.

The younger generation of women still need to gather together in Sheng Hualan.

The group entered the pavilion and sat down for a short while.

"Madam Sheng."

A hearty laugh, full of spirit, instantly won people's favor.

Wu Da Niangzi was the organizer of the Jinmingchi Polo Club.

She lifted her skirt and took two steps at a time, her every move decisive and efficient.

"Madam Wu," Sheng Hualan bowed.

As a second-rank county lady, her status was beyond question.

However, since Madam Wu was the organizer of the polo club, the wives and noblewomen of officials would tacitly give her some face.

After all, it's unreasonable to beat up the cook when you want to eat. Wang Ruofu, Sheng Molan, Sheng Rulan, Sheng Minglan, and Sheng Changfeng followed suit and bowed in unison.

"Madam Sheng, it's been years since we last met. You are even more radiant than before!" Madam Wu approached and returned the greeting.

"Madam Wu, you are still as charming as ever." Sheng Hualan smiled faintly.

Madam Wu laughed heartily and waved her hand, and a maidservant brought over a pot of tea: "Last time, Her Majesty the Empress bestowed some 'Dragon and Phoenix Cakes' upon me. I'm not good at appreciating tea, so I took them out to enjoy with everyone during the polo match."

Dragon Ball and Phoenix Cake, also known as Imperial Tea.

"Thank you, Madam Wu." It was just a pot of tea, and Sheng Hualan did not refuse.

"Madam Sheng has come especially to show her support. If any of you young ladies, gentlemen, or Madam Wang need anything, please feel free to ask," said Madam Wu.

Clearly, being a skilled communicator, she had no intention of staying long.

Sheng Hualan nodded slightly.

Madam Wu bowed and turned to leave, but then remembered something.

"By the way, I heard that Second Master Gu is coming to the polo club to play polo. I wonder if Young Master Gu has the time?" Madam Wu asked in surprise.

Logically speaking, as a third-rank official, a minor minister was already a prominent figure in the court, and it would be impossible for him to come to the polo club for fun.

However, that applies to old men.

It's really hard to say whether Xiao Ge, who is only twenty-seven years old, will actually come to visit.

Sheng Hualan was taken aback, then covered her mouth and smiled: "Originally, my husband did not mean to bother you."

Given Jiang Zhao's status as a high-ranking official of the third rank, his presence was bound to attract attention.

"However, recently Lord Wang, Lord Su, and Lord Han have all come to the capital. Young Master Ce Ying, Young Master Shi Yi, Young Master Shi Qian, Young Master Zhong, and Young Master Shi Cheng have become interested in sightseeing and have made an appointment to visit the polo club together."

Lord Wang, Lord Su, and Lord Han, also known as Wang Shao, Su Zhe, and Han Jiayan.

It was early May, and some of the necessary adjustments to official positions had already been finalized.

With Han Zhang in charge of the central government, about one-third of the official positions brought to the capital this time fell into the hands of Han's faction.

Thus, Wang Shao, Su Zhe, Han Jiayan, and others entered the capital.

"This..." Madam Wu exclaimed in surprise.

She asked casually, never expecting that a very important person would actually come.

Jiang Zhao, needless to say, donned a third-rank purple robe.

Zhao Ceying, Zhao Shiyi, Zhao Shiqian, Zhao Zhong, and Zhao Shicheng are all potential future "Crown Princes," so why did they suddenly gather together?
"May I ask, Madam, what should we do?" Madam Wu hurriedly asked for advice.

When it comes to important figures, should we give them a grand welcome or ignore them?

If the scene is too grand, it might displease some people; if it's ignored, it might make people think the person is inconsiderate.

“Given your nature, a simple greeting will suffice,” Sheng Hualan replied.

Upon hearing this, Madam Wu understood and nodded slightly.

"Farewell." After bowing, Madam Wu quickly walked away.

"Hualan".

As soon as Madam Wu left, a soft exclamation rang out.

Sheng Hualan looked up and saw three women gathered together, already on the grassland.

The women in the family were all well-educated and reasonable.

Sheng Hualan chuckled and waved.

“Those ladies are all young wives of officials and noblewomen. I’ll introduce you to them later.”

Sheng Hualan looked at her younger siblings and said softly, "Now that you've gotten to know each other, if you're interested in playing marbles or fishing, you can go together."

Sheng Molan, Sheng Rulan, Sheng Minglan, and Sheng Changfeng nodded repeatedly.

(End of this chapter)