Hearing that Princess Rong Zhao was also there, Shen Lansui felt more relieved. They were friends who had known each other for a long time.
Her eyes were straight and her posture was generous. Aunt Zhu, who was leading the way, nodded appreciatively in her heart and whispered: "The Queen is the most generous. Madam, don't worry. I will see you soon. Just answer whatever you ask."
Shen Lan smiled and said, "Thank you, Auntie, for the advice."
Zhu Wanruo led her into the main hall. Two maids opened the door and raised the curtain. Shen Lansui's eyes suddenly lit up.
The carved beams and painted buildings are resplendent, and the furnishings should be grand and dignified, not too gorgeous, restrained and noble.
A beautiful middle-aged woman in gorgeous palace clothes sat upright with a slight smile on her face.
"Empress, Your Highness, Madam Hou is here."
To be precise, she is Gongren, but compared to Gongren, Mrs. Hou's status is more noble. In the past, everyone respectfully called her "Madam" out of politeness, but at that time she did not have a royal title, so the name "Madam" was not justified.
Now that Shen Lan has been canonized by His Majesty in person, she can be considered proud. At least she has more confidence when she stands here.
Shen Lansui, neither humble nor arrogant, knelt down and saluted, "I am Shen Lansui. I have met the Queen. She is a thousand years old, a thousand years old, a thousand years old -"
"I have met His Highness Rong Zhao and His Highness Jin An."
Rong Zhao sat next to the queen and winked at her after hearing this.
"Without courtesy, I will give you a seat."
The queen raised her hand gently and spoke in a very gentle tone.
Shen Lansui stood up to thank him and sat down below.
The queen said warmly: "You raise your head and let me take a look."
Shen Lansui obeyed and did as she was told. The queen looked at her a few times and smiled at Rong Zhao: "She is indeed a great beauty, no worse than you."
Rong Zhao nodded and said calmly: "I just said that the queen mother will like Lan Sui."
The queen's eyes were smiling and her expression was natural, "Don't be afraid. I am calling you into the palace this time because I want to thank you in person."
Shen Lansui was startled and flattered and said: "How can I deserve a thank you from the queen?"
"Deserved."
The queen gave Zhu Wanruo a look, and Zhu Wanruo immediately held a heavy mahogany box in front of Shen Lansui.
Shen Lansui was puzzled, and the queen said: "I got some dongzhu, but I am old and it is difficult to dress up. The fine beads will gather dust in the warehouse. It just so happens that you have made great achievements in Wanguan City, so I will Let someone give me a crown of pearls. You will rarely have to attend palace banquets in the future, so wear this crown."
The little palace maid stepped forward to open the lid, and Zhu Wanruo held it in her hands. The magnificent and exquisite pearl crown inside came into Shen Lansui's eyes.
East pearls are huge and round, and are the best among pearls. One pearl is enough to be precious. Seven of them are used in this crown of pearls. They are surrounded by small pearls and decorated with emerald green. It is so beautiful that it takes your breath away.
Shen Lansui suddenly stood up and said seriously: "Queen, this is too valuable, I dare not accept it."
"It's not the best Dongzhu, so don't be nervous. Normally you can't wear this crown to show off in the market, but when you go to the palace for a banquet, you must have such a crown to show your status and honor."
The queen knew what she was worried about, and said warmly: "You take the initiative to ask for it, but you are getting carried away, but this is my palace's thank you gift, just keep it, no one dares to say anything, even if you say it, I and your majesty will do it for you support."
This is the truth, but Shen Lansui feels that it is not true.
Seeing this, Rong Zhao stood up and walked over, took the box from Zhu Wanruo and handed it to Shen Lansui personally, "Don't feel embarrassed, you saved so many people in Wanguan City, and also saved the seventh brother. All these things have happened to me." knew."
Shen Lansui looked at the queen, who nodded gratefully, "Lao Qidu told me that he got better after you gave him the acupuncture."
"A mere crown of pearls is nothing compared to the lives of the prince and the common people. Do you still want to refuse?"
Rong Zhao looked at Shen Lansui deeply.
Shen Lansui looked at the gentle brilliance reflected by the pearl and took it with both hands with a smile, "If you refuse it any more, I will be ungrateful. In this case, I will accept it and thank the Queen for the reward!"
The queen waved her hand, "There is no need to salute, just sit down."
Rong Zhao patted Shen Lansui's hand and then returned to his seat.
After that, the queen asked Shen Lansui some things about Wanguan City. She should have heard these words from Princess Rong Zhao and the Seventh Prince. If she asked again at this time, she definitely didn't want to hear those words from Che Lulu.
Shen Lansui thought for a moment, briefly explained the matter from a common people's perspective, and also told some interesting stories from her medical practice.
Not only did the queen listen with fascination, but even Rong Zhao, who had been to Wanguan City, listened with gusto. His emotions fluctuated with her story, sometimes worried, sometimes sad, and sometimes unable to help but laugh.
When a person is immersed in something, time runs very fast as if it has long legs, and it’s time to eat before he turns around.
The queen was so happy that she simply stayed with Shen Lansui to have dinner together, and thoughtfully sent someone to the Marquis Mansion to inform Lu Xingyue.
Lu Xingyue naturally had no objections and was very happy for Shen Lansui.
It is a privilege to be allowed to stay in the palace for meals by the queen. Not everyone can have it. This matter itself is insignificant. What is important is the signal sent behind it - the queen values Shen Lansui, and she will be able to be in the circle of married women in the future. Once she has established a firm foothold, no one dares to despise her anymore.
However, it was still a bit deserted to eat alone. He looked at the food on the table, and finally asked someone to remove half of it. He only took a few bites and put down the bowl and chopsticks.
With nothing to do, he stood in front of the window and watched the wind.
The bursts of pine waves make people calm.
After a while, snowflakes suddenly started falling outside.
Lu Xingyue's heart moved and he called out: "Zhou Quan——"
Zhou Quan poked his head out from the side and hung it in front of the window, "What are your orders, Master?"
"Prepare your car, prepare your umbrella."
Zhou Quan was surprised: "Master still wants to go out when it's snowing?"
Jin Yiwei seems to have no mission, right?
Lu Xingyue glanced at him faintly, "Fetch Madam."
comprehensive:"……"
Okay, he's the one who's superfluous.
The carriage and umbrella were quickly prepared, and Lu Xingyue held up his umbrella and walked into the wind and snow.
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It's late, and usually it would be dark at this time, but today it's snowing, and it's bright outside, which makes people feel brighter.
Shen Lansui arrived at the palace gate in a sedan chair. The young eunuch said, "Did Madam come by carriage? If not, I will ask my servant to take Madam back to the palace."
"I……"
Shen Lansui was about to speak when he suddenly heard a familiar voice calling: "Lansui——"
Everyone looked up from the snow and saw someone coming holding an oil-paper umbrella.
The umbrella is painted with red plum blossoms, which are now covered with falling snow, adding a bit of elegance; the young master under the umbrella is as pine-like, wearing a fox fur cloak, with a face like a crown of jade, and eyes like spring waves.
Even the people in the palace couldn't help but take a few more glances.
Shen Lansui quickly stepped forward, got under the umbrella, and asked with a smile, "Why are you here?"
Lu Xingyue tilted his umbrella toward her and whispered, "It's snowing. I thought I should come to see you, so I came."
