dtnovels Chapter 114 Noble Lady Fucha Plays Mahjong
Chapter 114 Noble Lady Fucha Plays Mahjong
Fucha Peiyun continued, "The rules are simple: you can form a hand by matching the same suit or number."
Nian Shilan raised an eyebrow: "That sounds interesting, but where am I supposed to find four people all at once?"
Fucha Peiyun was prepared: "Don't worry, I've already made arrangements."
Before I came here, I sent someone to inform Consort Jing, Consort Jin, and Consort Xin.
They should arrive soon.
Fucha Peiyun picked up a delicate pastry and fed a little to Hongchang.
He put the rest into his mouth and ate it slowly.
Nian Shilan nodded upon hearing this: "You've thought of everything."
So the two sat facing each other, enjoying the delicious snacks.
They chatted quietly while waiting for the others to arrive.
Before long, Consort Jing (Feng Ruozhao), Consort Jin (Cao Qinmo), and Consort Xin (Lü Yingfeng), all heavily pregnant, arrived one after another.
Cao Qinmo and Lü Yingfeng also brought their daughter Wenyi and Shuhe.
When Nian Shilan saw them arrive, she stood up and excused them from bowing.
Fucha Peiyun explained
"I've invited you all here today because I've acquired something interesting, and I've come to invite you all to play with it."
Before she could finish speaking, everyone looked at her with curiosity.
Feng Ruozhao said, "I wonder what exactly you have obtained, sister? It's so mysterious."
Fucha Peiyun smiled slightly and pointed towards the table.
Everyone looked in the direction she was pointing and saw the mahjong tiles laid out on the table.
Fucha Peiyun walked to the table, picked up one of the cards, showed it to everyone, and explained:
"This is a mahjong set, which contains a total of 136 tiles."
The gameplay requires four players to participate.
First, we need to neatly arrange these cards on the table.
Next, draw the cards from your hand in order.
After a brief pause, Fucha Peiyun continued:
"As for how to determine the winner, it depends on who can form a specific hand first."
The first to achieve this wins!
Then Fucha Peiyun began to explain to them what "pure suit," "pairs," and "self-draw" meant.
After understanding the rules of the game, everyone was eager to try it out.
Nian Shilan, in particular, couldn't wait to call the others to get ready to begin.
At this moment, Cao Qinmo, who had been listening quietly, suddenly spoke up and asked:
"There are five of us here, how are we going to play?"
Fucha Peiyun said, "Five people can also play."
Whoever wins the first round gets to leave the court and rest.
Then another person can take over and continue playing.
Upon hearing this, everyone nodded in understanding.
After everyone expressed their understanding, Fucha Peiyun asked Ye Lanyi to take Shu and Wenyi to play with Hongchang.
With a crisp sound, the game officially began.
The players at this table were Fucha Peiyun, Nian Shilan, Feng Ruozhao, and Cao Qinmo.
They sat around the table, their expressions focused, the atmosphere tense yet full of anticipation.
Lü Yingfeng sat quietly beside Fucha Peiyun.
His eyes were fixed on the table, imitating how Fucha Peiyun played.
Fucha Peiyun skillfully arranged the mahjong tiles neatly one by one.
Although the others were a little inexperienced, they gradually mastered the tricks of the trade thanks to their intelligence and quick learning ability.
That said, Fucha Peiyun used to have little interest in playing mahjong; in fact, she could even be described as somewhat averse to it.
She learned to play mahjong because people around her would invite her to join in the fun.
She really couldn't understand why someone would have their wife and children broken up and their family ruined because of playing mahjong.
However, once in the harem, the daily boredom was unbearable, so he could only pass the time by playing mahjong.
At first, everyone was in a panic, not knowing how to arrange the cards.
Cao Qinmo was quick-witted and took the lead, quickly playing several useless cards.
Feng Ruozhao was always very cautious, and he played his cards very carefully.
Nian Shilan played cards in a way that mirrored her personality—straightforward and direct.
Fucha Peiyun quickly "touched herself".
After touching herself, Fucha Peiyun showed a faint smile on her face.
Everyone stopped playing and waited for her to reveal her cards.
Fucha Peiyun slowly pushed the cards over, revealing a beautiful straight flush.
Seeing this, Nian Shilan gave a soft snort: "Consider yourself lucky."
Feng Ruozhao smiled and congratulated her, saying, "My sister is indeed amazing."
Cao Qinmo nodded slightly, expressing her admiration.
According to the rules, Fucha Peiyun was substituted off the field, and Lü Yingfeng excitedly took her place.
After the cards are reshuffled and renumbered, a new round begins.
Lu Yingfeng was a little nervous as she first started playing, and hesitated when making her moves.
Nian Shilan ignored everything and continued to charge and fight relentlessly.
Feng Ruozhao carefully observed everyone's expressions and playing habits, trying to find a flaw.
Cao Qinmo remained calm and secretly calculated the cards on the table.
A moment later, Nian Shilan shouted, "Pong!" and triumphantly played a card.
But this action seemed to break some kind of balance. Feng Ruozhao's eyes lit up, and she immediately shouted:
"Self-draw!"
She laid out her cards, and it turned out to be a rare pair of high-ranking hands.
As everyone gasped in amazement, Feng Ruozhao gently stroked her belly and smiled:
"It seems the child in my womb is bringing me good luck as well."
And so, Fucha Peiyun returned to the table and began the next round.
Just then, a sudden commotion outside broke the peaceful atmosphere inside the house.
Not long after, Zhou Ninghai rushed in to report,
It turned out that Consort Fang, Noble Lady Chun, and Consort Lian had arrived.
Upon hearing this, Nian Shilan absentmindedly touched the cards in her hand.
Without even looking up, he said:
"Just let them in."
Before long, Consort Fang and the other two filed in.
As soon as the three entered, Nian Shilan said:
"Since you're all pregnant, we'll skip the formalities. Please find a place to sit down."
Chun Guiren looked at the mahjong tiles that Nian Shilan and the others were playing with.
With sparkling eyes: "What are the ladies playing with? It looks so interesting."
Nian Shilan said, "This is mahjong, a new toy brought by Consort Shu."
Consort Fang approached curiously, "May I learn how?"
Fucha Peiyun said, "You watch us play a few rounds first, and once you understand, we'll play too."
Consort Fang said, "Yes, thank you, Noble Consort Shu."
Fucha Peiyun said, "There are some snacks I made on the table. Chun'er can try them."
Nian Shilan said with dissatisfaction, "Wasn't this what you sent to me?"
Fucha Peiyun said, "Give these to them first. If you like them, I'll bring more tomorrow."
Nian Shilan gave a soft hum and said nothing more.
At this point, everyone at the card table focused on playing cards again.
Consort Chun ate her snacks, but her eyes never left the mahjong tiles, and she muttered to herself:
"This deck looks complicated, but it's quite interesting."
Consort Fang watched intently from the side, occasionally whispering questions to the palace maid beside her about mahjong.
Lian Changzai was rather shy and sat quietly in the corner watching.
After several rounds of fierce competition, Cao Qinmo once again emerged victorious.
She smiled and gently stroked her prominently protruding belly.
He slowly stood up, preparing to offer his seat to the others so they could continue playing:
"It seems I'm in good luck today. Thank you all for your kind words, ladies!"
Seeing this, Consort Fang immediately spoke up, eager to try:
"After observing for so long, I think I've figured out a bit of the trick."
"May I ask if I may also have a chance to try?"
As soon as he finished speaking, Feng Ruozhao readily nodded in agreement:
"Since Consort Fang is so interested in trying her skills, you can go first."
Upon hearing this, Consort Fang was overjoyed and quickly expressed her gratitude:
"Thank you for your kindness, Consort Jing!"
Consort Fang sat down at the mahjong table with great joy and rubbed her hands together.
The group began a new round.
Consort Fang was extremely cautious when she first played the game, and she would think long and hard before each move.
Nian Shilan watched Fang Pin's slow movements.
Gradually losing patience, he couldn't help but frown and complain:
"Consort Fang, can you please stop taking so long to play your cards? Everyone's waiting!"
Upon hearing this, Consort Fang's heart tightened, and she quickly lowered her head to apologize:
"Sisters, please don't be offended. I'm really not very skilled at it. Please forgive me."
After several rounds, the situation gradually became clear.
Lü Yingfeng frowned slightly, sensing that the cards she was dealt were not favorable.
Nian Shilan, on the other hand, was full of vigor and seemed determined to win a great victory.
At this moment, Consort Lian couldn't help but whisper a reminder to Consort Fang to play a card.
Everyone was surprised, and Lian Changzai's face turned bright red instantly.
Nian Shilan sneered: "This is cheating."
Fucha Peiyun quickly smoothed things over, saying, "It seems that Consort Lian did not mean it. Why don't we call this game off and start anew?"
The crowd echoed.
At the start of the new game, Consort Fang relaxed considerably and played her cards at a faster pace.
Suddenly, Consort Chun excitedly pointed to the cards on the table and exclaimed:
"Sister Fangpin, look! Isn't this hand almost finished?"
Upon hearing Chun'er's reminder, Consort Fang quickly focused her attention on the cards and examined them carefully.
You wouldn't believe it until you see it, and once you do, it's incredible!
Her hand has already taken shape.
Finally, Consort Fang successfully touched herself. She was so happy her face turned bright red.
"I was fortunate."
Everyone offered their congratulations, and the room returned to a joyful atmosphere, with the cheerful sounds of mahjong tiles clattering once more.
Consort Fang stood up and looked at Consort Chun and Consort Lian.
Consort Chun blinked, and answered somewhat shyly.
"Sister, I still don't quite understand this. Let me take another look."
Consort Lian also said, "This concubine also wants to take another look before playing later."
Seeing that neither Consort Chun nor Consort Lian intended to sit at the table, Feng Ruozhao...
He smiled slightly and sat down at the table.
Fucha Peiyun has played several rounds and is losing interest.
So, she began to calculate the cards, whether intentionally or unintentionally.
A short while later, a sly glint flashed in her eyes.
He suddenly pushed the cards in his hand forward and said:
"I won by self-draw!"
Look at Fucha Peiyun like this
Everyone immediately understood that Fucha Peiyun had been yielding to them all along.
Fucha Peiyun stood up and gently pulled Chun'er to sit down.
He said, "Come on, try it out."
If there's anything you don't understand, I'll teach you.
Chun Guiren nodded happily and couldn't wait to start drawing cards.
Fucha Peiyun stood behind Consort Chun.
Occasionally give Chun Guiren a few words of advice
Chun Guiren was proud and simple-minded, but also intelligent and quick-witted.
Before long, he was able to play cards skillfully on his own.
As time went on, the mahjong game became increasingly popular.
Nian Shilan and others became obsessed with this mahjong game.
Fucha Peiyun shook her head, seeing that Chun'er had already started.
He then stopped worrying and walked away without further concern.
Fucha Peiyun left the mahjong table and walked towards the courtyard.
Just as Fucha Peiyun stepped into the courtyard, a burst of cheerful cheers suddenly reached her ears.
Curious, she looked in the direction of the sound and discovered that Ye Lanyi was leading Shuhe and Wenyi in playing "Eagle Catches Chicks".
Hongchang was sitting obediently in the stroller, clapping his little hands incessantly.
It's so exciting to look at!
Ye'er and Xiao Huzi were standing next to Hongchang's stroller, guarding him.
Upon seeing this, Fucha Peiyun nodded in satisfaction.
Shuhe and Wenyi, the two children, have always been rather frail.
Such running and jumping activities can help them exercise and improve their physical fitness.
Fucha Peiyun stepped forward, squatted down, and gently pinched Hongchang's chubby little face.
The little guy kept grinning.
When Ye Lanyi saw Fucha Peiyun coming over, she stopped playing the game.
Fucha Peiyun praised, "Lanyi, you've done a good job taking care of the children."
However, the princesses are frail, so they are allowed to rest after playing for a while to avoid overworking themselves.
Ye Lanyi replied, "Yes, Your Highness, I understand."
Suddenly, Fucha Peiyun heard footsteps again. She looked up and saw that it was Consort Hui, Shen Meizhuang.
Shen Meizhuang only had Caiyue with her today.
Shen Meizhuang soon saw Fucha Peiyun and the others in the courtyard.
He quickly hurried over to pay his respects.
"May the Noble Consort Shu be well."
Fucha Peiyun smiled gently and said, "No need for formalities, Consort Hui. What brings you here?"
Shen Meizhuang said, "I heard that all the ladies have come to the Imperial Noble Consort's residence, so this humble concubine, having nothing better to do, has come to join in the fun."
When Shen Meizhuang came over, she was actually very conflicted.
She did not have a good relationship with the Imperial Noble Consort and the Noble Consort Shu before, and there was some lingering resentment between them.
She wondered if she'd get a cold shoulder if she came so close.
However, she now sees many things more clearly, and some things need to be changed.
The Shen family gave birth to her and raised her; they were implicated by her before, so now it's her turn to repay the Shen family.
Judging from Consort Shu's attitude towards her now, she doesn't seem to hold a grudge against her.
This relieved Shen Meizhuang.
Fucha Peiyun naturally wouldn't hold a grudge against Shen Meizhuang for that little incident.
She wasn't on the original owner's revenge list.
Moreover, Shen Meizhuang's loyal and righteous nature is reassuring.
Shen Meizhuang has now seen through Zhen Huan's true colors.
It did not hinder Fucha Peiyun.
Fucha Peiyun took Shen Meizhuang's hand.
"You've come at the perfect time. They're playing mahjong inside. If Consort Hui is interested, you can join in."
Shen Meizhuang: "What is mahjong?"
After giving a brief explanation, Fucha Peiyun pulled Shen Meizhuang inside.
Shen Meizhuang was somewhat surprised to see so many people in the hall.
She thought only Consort Jing and others were here, but she didn't expect that Consort Fang and Chun'er were also here.
Shen Meizhuang bowed to Nian Shilan and the others.
Nian Shilan waved her hand, "No need, no need, find a place to sit."
Shen Meizhuang felt conflicted; it was as if all the torment and framing she had suffered at the hands of Nian Shilan in her past life had happened in a previous life.
She had previously planned to bring her down as revenge for what happened that day.
But she is still the high-ranking Imperial Noble Consort.
Her desire for revenge seems like a pipe dream.
If she persists in these matters, she may bring trouble upon herself and implicate the Shen family.
Thinking back to when she first entered the palace, she had no deep-seated hatred for Nian Shilan!
She was ignorant of her own limitations and failed to recognize her place, thus falling into the Empress's trap.
He was an enemy of Nian Shilan and was targeted by her.
For the sake of the Shen family, perhaps she should let go of her hatred for Nian Shilan.