Originally, Zhu Jinghong was going to Qianqing Palace, but he was stopped by people from Ningshou Palace on the way, and then he was brought to the Supreme Emperor.
The Supreme Emperor Zhu Xinkan will turn seventy this year.
It has been rare since ancient times for people to live seventy years, so this year's Holy Birthday Festival is particularly grand. The vassal countries at home and abroad, as well as the subordinate tribes and alliances, will send people to congratulate and celebrate the birthday.
But to be honest, Zhu Jinghong didn't have much interaction with his biological grandfather, and he was also very confused when it was reported at this moment.
Ningshou Palace is located in the northeastern part of the Forbidden City. Due to its remote location and some kind of opportunity, except for the eunuchs and maids on duty, basically few people come here on weekdays.
"Grandpa, what do you want from your grandson?"
In the courtyard of Ningshou Palace, Zhu Xinkan, who has white hair and beard, is wearing a gray round-collar robe and is standing at the edge of the pool throwing fish food into it.
At this moment, he looked like a simple rich old man. It was hard to imagine that he had been the emperor for seventeen years.
"grandfather?"
Zhu Jinghong raised his voice before Zhu Xinkan reacted and turned around.
After taking a look at Zhu Jinghong and confirming that it was his grandson who had arrived, Zhu Xinkan smiled: "Little Thirteen, you're here!"
After saying this, Zhu Xinkan threw all the fish food in his hand into the pond, then turned around to sit on a chair nearby.
Because of Zhu Xingkan's order, the eunuchs on the left and right were far apart, so Zhu Jinghong could only step forward to help him. At the very least, he knew how to respect the elderly and love the young.
"You smell like alcohol. How much did you drink just now?"
"Grandpa, I just drank a little to satisfy my craving!"
"Your father is so strict with you, why are you not afraid of getting slapped after you drank so much today?"
Zhu Jinghong smiled and replied: "Grandpa, I'm not afraid of a thick-skinned person like me. If he wants to be beaten, just let him beat me!"
Zhu Xinkan smiled and didn't say anything more. After he sat down, he asked: "Xiao Shisan, I heard that you made a lot of achievements in Jinling?"
"It's not a big achievement, it's just that we killed some Japanese pirates!"
Zhu Xinkan smiled, leaned back on the chair and said, "Just like your father, he started leading troops in battles when he was fifteen or sixteen years old before his hair even grew!"
This always sounded a little strange, so Zhu Jinghong said quickly: "Grandpa, I was just fooling around. It was only thanks to the Jinling generals that I was able to suppress the Japanese!"
"I'm capable of fooling around... I'm much better than your two brothers!"
Although the old man spoke in a weak voice, Zhu Jinghong was frightened by every word he said. It would be troublesome if these words spread.
"Grandpa, please don't put a high hat on your grandson. If you have anything to do, just give him your orders!"
Zhu Xinkan stroked his beard and smiled, and then said: "I just want to talk to you, why are you so nervous... Tell grandpa about your experience of going to Jinling!"
"Come here, bring a chair to Little Thirteen!"
Although Zhu Jinghong was very anxious and wanted to go to Qianqing Palace to "report the evildoers first", he could only stay and talk at this moment.
As the grandfather and grandson were talking, a young girl walked out of the palace not far away, holding tea and approaching them.
This bright color is always attractive. Zhu Jinghong glanced at it accidentally and found that it was Zhen Qin who had entered the palace.
After getting closer, Zhen Qin's face was filled with red clouds. This was not because she was shy but because she was nervous.
If I had known earlier, I would have told my aunt that I had already met Master Thirteen, so there would be no need for them to match up.
Now that the situation is like this, if Zhu Jinghong exposes the truth to his face, he will be embarrassed by his aunt...
With so many thoughts on her mind, Zhen Qin became more and more nervous. She picked up the teacup tremblingly and handed it to Zhu Jinghong.
"Master Thirteen, drink tea!"
Zhu Jinghong didn't think so wildly, he was just curious about whether the girl in front of him was sick, otherwise why his hands were shaking so badly.
You know, the Emperor, who is nearly seventy years old, doesn’t even have his hands shaking after drinking tea!
"Thank you!"
Zhu Jinghong responded, took the cup and placed it on the coffee table, and then turned his eyes to the Supreme Emperor.
Seeing Zhu Jinghong ignoring her, Zhen Qin felt a chill in her heart. Wasn't she beautiful enough? Or is it that the person in front of me doesn't like beautiful women?
Zhu Jinghong was about to continue, but was interrupted by Zhu Xinkan: "Do you know who she is?"
Glancing at Zhen Qin and seeing her nervous expression and shaking her head slightly, Zhu Jinghong smiled and said, "How can my grandson recognize all of the people in the palace?"
"She is the granddaughter of the concubine's eldest brother. She came to the capital this time to choose the third girl's attendant, so she can be considered related to you..."
"From now on in this palace, you have to watch over her more and don't let her be bullied!"
After hearing these words, Zhu Jinghong just wanted to ask the old man in front of him, is this why you always call me here?
But of course Zhu Jinghong was wrong, because Zhu Xinkan not only wanted him to take care of Zhen Qin, but also hoped that he could take care of Zhen Qin for the rest of his life.
“Grandpa’s orders, how dare your grandson disobey them!”
At this moment, a young eunuch ran over and reported with great respect: "Your Majesty, the concubine said, please go in and take medicine!"
"The medicine doesn't leave my mouth, I'm really old..."
After saying this with emotion, Zhu Xinkan walked towards the bedroom with the support of the eunuch.
Zhu Jinghong wanted to follow him, but he heard Zhu Xinkan say: "You guys talk first, I will be here soon!"
Is the old man really confused? Have you even forgotten about the defense between men and women? Zhu Jinghong complained in his heart.
But he forgot that the defense between men and women is only limited to being in the same household, but there is no such thing in the relationship between superiors and subordinates.
Sitting back on the chair, Zhu Jinghong picked up the teacup and took a sip, then asked: "Miss Zhen, did you not tell the Emperor and the Dowager about what we have seen?"
Rubbing the hem of her clothes, Zhen Qin lowered her head and replied, "They didn't ask!"
Zhu Jinghong only felt funny and said: "After entering the palace, you have to change your behavior and stop making excuses for so and so!"
"Oh, I see!"
The two of them were chatting awkwardly, while Concubine Zhen in the bedroom window was looking at the situation outside through the gap.
"Why don't these two kids have anything to say?"
Concubine Zhen is already over sixty years old, and her temples are covered with gray, but she is still in good spirits.
Behind her, Zhu Xinkan, who had already taken the medicine, replied: "We just met and we're not familiar with each other, so it's normal to have nothing to say!"
"Second girl, you were so sharp and sharp just now, but now you've turned into a dull gourd!"
"Girls, it's normal to be shy!"
After closing the window and retreating to the left and right, Concubine Zhen whispered: "Your Majesty, is it really possible this time?"
After hearing this heavy topic, Zhu Xinkan was silent for a while and then replied: "This is the last chance. If it doesn't work... I'll have to leave it to fate!"
Seeing the panic on his beloved concubine's face, Zhu Xingkan pulled up her sleeves and said slowly: "You don't have to worry too much. If Qin girl and Lao Shisan get married, at least you and the Zhen family can be saved! "
"But if... they don't succeed, what should we do?" Concubine Zhen asked.
Sighing, Zhu Xinkan said helplessly: "Only God knows!"
(End of chapter)
