While the two were chatting and laughing, the food was already hot, and Lu Xingyue had someone bring it in directly.
Lu Xingyue was busy all day, and Shen Lansui slept for most of the day without eating anything. He was really hungry now. He didn't care to talk when he sat down, and only thought about eating.
After eating and drinking, the two of them had time to chat.
Lu Xingyue sat on the couch, and Shen Lansui leaned on his shoulders and nestled in his arms. Lu Xingyue pulled the thin blanket on one side to cover her, hugged her and said, "His Seventh Highness has said everything that needs to be said, he He is the imperial envoy this time. Liang Ci and I just supplemented it. It can be seen that His Majesty is very satisfied with the performance of His Majesty Seventh Prince. Although he did not say too much, he always had a smile on his face. "
"His Majesty Seventh Prince has managed to get through this time." Shen Lansui said, "Your Majesty will pay more attention to him in the future, right?"
Lu Xingyue nodded, "His Royal Highness Seventh is your legitimate son. He has a noble status and meritorious deeds. He will be granted the title of king in the future. As expected, he will be the prince. I just don't know what title your Majesty will give you."
These titles are also very particular. Whether you pay attention to them or not depends on that word.
Shen Lansui was thoughtful, "Do you think it is possible for him to replace the fifth prince and the prince?"
Lu Xingyue's hand holding her tightened slightly, and he pondered for a while and said, "It's hard to say."
After all, the prince has been the crown prince for so many years and is the eldest son. If there is no big mistake, Emperor Hui'an will not easily depose him. As for the fifth prince...
Emperor Hui'an loved his son after all. Although the power in his hands was now reduced, there was no guarantee that one day the concubine would return to his favor and the fifth prince would gain power again.
Imperial power requires checks and balances. The prince and the seventh prince are brothers from the same father and mother. They are standing on the same boat, which is also a threat to Emperor Hui'an. He will naturally not put his eggs in the same basket. Then The fifth prince will still be pulled out to contend with them when necessary.
Things are changing, and as long as Emperor Hui'an has no health problems, none of them will really succeed.
Shen Lansui also thought of this and sighed deeply, "It's not easy to live in an emperor's house."
Lu Xingyue nodded in agreement, "That's what they should worry about. If we don't get involved casually, we won't make big mistakes."
"Speaking of which, the Seventh Prince even submitted a petition to ask for merit for us. If nothing unexpected happens, we will receive the imperial edict tomorrow."
Shen Lansui suddenly became energetic. She turned over in Lu Xingyue's arms, lay in his arms and looked at him, "How do you think His Majesty will reward us?"
She thought about it: "It's hard to say Liang Ci. I guess you won't be granted the title again, right? You are already a marquis at a young age, and you also hold the position of envoy of the North Town of Jinyiwei. You are noble enough. If you go on to become a minister in the court, I’m afraid I won’t agree.”
Lu Xingyue thought so too. He touched Shen Lansui's long, silky hair and whispered, "So I should ban you."
"Me?" Shen Lansui was startled.
Lu Xingyue said: "When a man cannot be granted a title, he should be kind to his wife. The so-called granting a wife a shadow, I have no heirs, and you have no royal decree. If you want to grant the title, I will probably give you a respectful royal decree."
According to the Daheng etiquette, imperial edicts are divided into six grades: the first and second-grade official's wife is "Madam", the third-grade "Shuren", the fourth-grade "Gongren", the fifth-grade "Yiren", the sixth-grade "Anren", the seventh-grade and The following are "ruren".
The rank of the imperial edict is commensurate with the husband's official rank. According to Lu Xingyue's current rank, Shen Lan is probably a nobleman.
Shen Lansui didn't care so much about the others. She asked excitedly: "Am I getting a salary?"
Lu Xingyue was stunned and couldn't laugh or cry, "Doctor Shen still cares about his salary?"
Shen Lansui said seriously: "Why don't you care? It's all just money. Who would think it's too much money?"
"Yes, yes." Lu Xingyue tapped the tip of her nose, "Madam really knows how to live."
The two of them laughed for a while, and Lu Xingyue hugged him tightly and shook his head, "They laughed at you before and ridiculed you many times because of your lack of orders. If His Majesty gives the order, no one will dare to say anything in the future."
Shen Lansui wanted to say that she didn't care what they said, that no matter how much time she had, she would live her life by herself, and she knew whether she was warm or not. But when she saw that Lu Xingyue was really happy, she swallowed her words back.
It seems good to have someone caring about you.
*
The next day, the imperial edict was indeed sent to the palace. It was delivered to the Marquis Mingying's Mansion. Lu Xingyue and Shen Lansui received them at the door.
The person who came to deliver the edict was the eunuch Cheng Jin. He didn't waste any more words and went straight to reading out the imperial edict. The first one was for Lu Xingyue. Because of his merits in investigating cases and relieving disasters, he was promoted to the commander of the Jinyi Guards and the envoy of the North Town.
The commander is the fourth rank, and the Beizhen envoy is the fourth rank. This is only half a level, not too much, and it can stop Youyou's mouth.
The second imperial edict was for Shen Lansui.
Shen Lan was a young woman who was brave and resourceful, had superb medical skills, and saved countless lives. She was a great meritorious deed, so she made an exception and was granted the title of Fourth-Rank Gongren, enjoying the salary of a Third-Rank Lady.
After reading, Cheng Jin smiled and congratulated: "Congratulations! You are truly the first to receive this honor!"
Shen Lansui didn't expect that the surprise would be followed by a surprise, more money!
She laughed from the bottom of her heart and stood up after receiving the order, "I thank your Majesty for your kindness!"
"Hey, this is what you deserve. How many people you saved in Wanguan City are clearly stated in His Highness the Seventh Prince's book. Judge Xue Yuan and Dr. Zhang have also testified. Everyone is convinced. You deserve a reward!"
Cheng Jin said with a smile and then looked at Lu Xingyue and praised: "Congratulations to the Marquis for his promotion. The Marquis survived the catastrophe. This is such a blessing!"
Lu Xingyue cupped his hands and said, "I would like to borrow my father-in-law's kind words."
"Oh, Lord Marquis has ruined our family!" Cheng Jin quickly gave him a hand and said meaningfully: "In the future, our family may need to be cared for by Lord Marquis."
Lu Xingyue smiled and said nothing.
"The empress's message is to invite you to come and sit in the palace. You should dress up and leave now. I will rush to the general's palace to convey the order."
Cheng Jin glanced at Shen Lansui again.
Shen Lansui bowed and said, "Thank you, father-in-law."
She winked at Shang Xia, who immediately stepped forward and said, "I'll send you off to my father-in-law."
As she walked, she stuffed Cheng Jin with a bag of silver.
Cheng Jin didn't refuse. The money wasn't much, it was just a favor, not a bribe. Your Majesty knew it well, so he just turned a blind eye.
After everyone left, Shen Lansui asked Zhou Quan to count the rewards and put them in storage, and then he quickly went back to his room to take a shower, change clothes and put on makeup.
Seeing that the queen couldn't be careless, Shen Lansui dressed up and repeatedly confirmed in front of the mirror that there was nothing wrong before going out.
Lu Xingyue said warmly: "I won't go with you anymore, let Mulang send you there, don't be afraid."
Shen Lan smiled and said, "Don't be afraid, I will come back as soon as I go."
Lu Xingyue warned her a few more times before letting her go.
*
Shen Lansui entered the harem for the first time. She was curious but did not dare to look around. She followed the palace attendant who led the way in without looking away.
Arriving at the gate of the Queen's Kunning Palace, the palace attendants stopped and welcomed a group of people inside, led by an aunt who was dressed steadily.
The aunt introduced herself: "My slave, Zhu Wanruo, has met Madam. The Queen and Her Highness Rong Zhao are waiting in the main hall. Please come with Madam."
I came late today. I had a headache yesterday and forgot to set the time.
