The banquet continued amid songs of praise and praise.
But after the Emperor's impassioned speech, the atmosphere at the scene had changed.
Although there was such a big deal tonight, none of the civil and military officials present discussed it, and even didn't even say a few words to avoid suspicion.
Only the envoys from foreign countries were discussing in low voices what was going on tonight. They did not have as many scruples as the courtiers.
Above His Majesty Dan, the Supreme Emperor Zhu Xinkan has returned to the dragon throne, and Zhu Xianming is waiting at his side as before.
On the other side, the queen also held a banquet in Chonghua Palace to receive high-ranking wives of third rank or above in Beijing.
As the Duke's wife, Jia's mother was also invited, but she was far away from the queen, only within three feet of her during routine toasts.
At this moment, she felt pain in her heart. She was far away in the corner of the courtyard, staring intently at Baochai, who was serving closely on the imperial steps.
"Your Majesty, the Princess's Attendant is missing one, and I'm afraid it wouldn't be appropriate to keep it vacant..."
Yang Qingyin had heard such words many times in the past two days. The high-ranking wives who came to the palace to see her all wanted to stuff their daughters into the palace.
The person who said this again in front of me was Mrs. Gao, the Marquis of Baoling who was most concerned about this. She had been working hard from the beginning when she was choosing an attendant.
On the phoenix throne, Yang Qingyin looked at the two people standing in front of her and asked with a smile: "As far as I know, among the descendants of your family... the oldest girl is only twelve, right?"
"I would like to express my gratitude to you, my wife, although the girl in my wife's family is only twelve years old, she has already read a lot of poems and books and is well versed in etiquette and etiquette. It is really appropriate to send her to the palace to be a playmate for Her Royal Highness the Princess!"
This statement was very straightforward, but it was said by Lu, the wife of Shi Ding, the Marquis of Zhongjing, that the two families would risk their lives just for Xiangyun to enter the palace.
Immediately afterwards, Mrs. Gao said: "My dear, Madam Zhongjinghou's words are true. That girl from Xiangyun..."
Seeing the tacit understanding between the two sisters-in-law, Yang Qingyin raised her hand to signal them to be quiet, and then said: "Forget it...you are so serious about fighting, find a day...bring them in and let me have a look!"
Although the queen did not agree directly, with such progress today, the two historians were satisfied.
In their opinion, as long as Xiangyun is presented to the queen and left a good impression, there may not be other opportunities in the future.
To be honest, the two aunts really worked hard for this miserable niece.
After the two people retreated from the imperial steps, Chen Zhi, who had a seat above Dan Majesty, finally couldn't help but said: "Speaking of this attendant, my daughter-in-law's cousin is also suitable. Why don't I bring it to you too?" ?”
"I know your cousin is a bit dull... let's forget it!"
"yes!"
After saying this, Chen Zhi looked up and saw Yuan Chun looking at him with a smile, and his heart suddenly became angry.
But in this situation, Chen Zhi did not dare to get angry, but looked at Yuanchun with a serious look.
Unexpectedly, Yuanchun no longer looked at her, but picked up the wine glass and said to Princess Guangyang beside him: "Come... let's have a drink!"
Yuanchun came on behalf of the East Palace. This glass of wine was very heavy. How could Princess Guangyang dare to refuse it.
Not wanting to pay attention to her daughter-in-law's fuss, Yang Qingyin turned to look at her niece beside her and asked, "Girl Ting, your majesty and I will check our homework in a few days. You and girl Bao should pay more attention!"
"yes!"
Hearing this, Zhu Yunsheng, who was playing with the golden melon seeds, felt his heart tighten, and then he felt that the thing in his hand no longer smelled good.
As time passed, the banquet in the former harem finally came to an end, and the courtiers and wives gradually left after paying homage.
Yang Qingyin had been in poor health. After the banquet, she returned to the palace, and all the concubines in the harem also left.
As for Yuanchun Chen Zhi and other royal wives, surrounded by a group of high-ranking wives, they slowly walked out of the palace gate.
When the queen returned to the palace and took off her court robe, there was an announcement from outside that the emperor had arrived.
After a few breaths, the emperor entered the palace with a serious expression, and at the same time ordered the eunuchs and maids serving him to go out.
"Tell me...how is the situation?" Yang Qingyin sat on the soft couch and picked up the hand stove.
Sitting opposite the queen, Zhu Xianming said calmly: "The old man said what I wanted!"
Nodding, Yang Qingyin replied: "This is a good thing. You and your son have reconciled. From now on, you can sleep more peacefully!"
Lifting the teapot on the table, Zhu Xianming filled a cup for the queen, and then began to mix tea for himself.
"Tell me... what is the old man's plan? Is it true that people have changed their minds when they grow old, just to leave a way out for those people?"
"Do you still have any doubts?"
After taking a sip of hot tea, Zhu Xianming looked solemnly: "Except for you... I don't believe anyone!"
"Thank you very much, but how do you know, I never lied to you!" Yang Qingyin asked with a smile.
Putting down the tea cup, Zhu Xianming stroked his beard and said with a smile: "Then how do you know, you must have deceived me?"
While the old couple was in love, they heard noise coming from outside.
"Thirteenth Master, Your Majesty is here, please don't trespass!"
"Ah? Forget it, I'm leaving!"
Hearing the noise outside, Zhu Xianming muttered: "It's so late, why is this kid here?"
"Maybe something is wrong!" Yang Qingyin said calmly.
So Zhu Xianming shouted outside: "Let Lao Shisan come in!"
Zhu Jinghong, who originally wanted to leave, was invited back by the eunuchs before he could get out of Kunning Gate.
"Dad, why are you here!" Zhu Jinghong asked first after entering the door.
He thought that the emperor would stay longer in Ningshou Palace. After all, the filial piety of father and son was too warm just now, but he didn't know that the two of them left immediately after the performance.
Looking at the queen, Zhu Xianming couldn't help but smile: "Did you see...I haven't asked yet, but he asked first!"
"Thirteen, what's the matter with you coming here so late?"
Looking at the emperor, Zhu Jinghong looked embarrassed: "I'm afraid it's inconvenient for my son to talk about this!"
The look in his eyes made Zhu Xianming very angry. Did this kid think he was in the way?
"Old Thirteen, you came in with your left foot first today, right?"
Zhu Jinghong immediately became alert and immediately replied: "No... my son moved his right foot first!"
Zhu Xianming said calmly: "That's right. I said today that you have to step forward with your left foot first to achieve peace. How dare you resist the order and be disrespectful... Go down and get the twenty imperial staffs!"
What happened in online jokes actually happened to him... Zhu Jinghong was a little stunned for a moment.
But he was not stupid, so he glanced at the queen, and then said: "Mom... I don't study well, is it really unlucky to step with my left foot?"
At this moment, Yang Qingyin couldn't help but laugh, glanced at the emperor opposite, and then said: "Don't listen to your father's nonsense, he is scaring you... Tell me, why are you here?"
After being relieved by the queen, Zhu Jinghong no longer dared to look around, so he said honestly: "In two days, my son will leave the palace to go to the Hou family!"
"That Hou family? What are you going to do?" Yang Qingyin asked with concern.
"In the house of Duke Xiuguo, the school review in Shanglinyuan made my father very satisfied. He rewarded everyone with generous praises... They said that it was thanks to their son's supervision that they achieved this achievement, so they had to hold a banquet to thank his son!"
"My son can't shirk it, so he can only agree to it first. Come tonight to ask your mother for an idea!"
"The Hou family..." Yang Qingyin muttered, and then looked at Zhu Xianming.
"They hosted a banquet for you? Don't go out and mess around again!" Zhu Xianming's tone was stern.
Zhu Jinghong quickly replied: "Dad... my son dares to act nonsense, so don't worry!"
At this time, the queen followed up and tried to smooth things over: "The Hou family is not far from the imperial city, and his family is still cautious and considerate, so let him go!"
(End of chapter)
