Wei Xian, as the fifth-grade chief eunuch, is responsible for handling all matters in the palace and performing etiquette according to the orders, screening and adjusting the eunuchs in the palace, inspecting the opening and closing of each door, and patrolling the fire and candle gates.
Therefore, whether the Seventh Prince Xiao Ni wanted to find a certain maid in the palace, or he wanted to choose an attendant for the Third Prince, he had found the right person with Eunuch Wei.
However, this matter is quite involved.
Not to mention the trivial matters whether it was in compliance with the rules or not, Wei Xian was not willing to get involved as it concerned Concubine Jing and her son.
After weighing it in his mind, Eunuch Wei also made up his mind.
At this time, he had turned Su Xuan to the last page in his hand. After arranging the pile of paper, he put it back on the table and pushed it back in front of the Seventh Prince Xiao Ni. At the same time, he smiled and said:
"There are quite a few talented people in the pile of poems that His Highness gave to the Za family. I think His Highness must have put a lot of thought into them, right?"
This was almost true. The stack of papers not only stated the names of the palace maids and where they worked as errands, but even their age and appearance were clearly marked on some of them. Are you afraid of having the same name?
Looking at the handwriting, it is obvious that it was written by one person. Therefore, someone must have selected these small poems and copied them neatly.
But before I thought about it, there was no news at all. In addition, the seventh prince only had one servant in the palace who could not read.
It is conceivable that the only one doing all the hard work is the seventh prince himself.
Xiao Ni smiled humbly and admitted frankly:
"Indeed. Just as my father-in-law thought, I immediately agreed to the third brother's request. This errand must be done personally and carefully."
And after we reach this point, we are not done yet.
As if to relieve Wei Xian's worries, and as if to intimidate and induce him, Xiao Ni continued and said slowly:
"Although this matter seems to be against the rules, you also know that His Highness the Third Highness's previous role in the palace was quite different. For my job, I only need to select people. The final decision will naturally depend on His Highness the Third Highness and Concubine Jing. The queen will decide."
"So, although it is not urgent, I still have to thank Duke Wei for his troubles. When the matter is completed, I will truthfully report to the Third Prince and Concubine Jing the effort that Duke Wei has expended on this."
When Wei Xian heard this, he couldn't help but secretly twitch the corner of his mouth.
Tsk, this seventh prince is really a clever talker.
If he hadn't heard about Mei Cui making such a fuss with the prince, he would never have imagined that such an unfavored prince could be so eloquent and talk so easily to himself, a celebrity in front of the Holy Emperor.
Moreover, there is a hint of edge in the words.
Although Wei Xian's original intention was not to get involved, he couldn't help but refuse now that the matter had come to this.
"That being the case, His Majesty the Seventh Prince should give the Zajia a deadline. You see, the Zajia also have urgent matters to deal with."
As he spoke, he raised his hand and pointed to the pile of rosters on the table that had not been taken away by Danyang.
Xiao Ni was not really in a hurry as he said before. And as if he was unsophisticated, after Wei Xian signaled, he picked up the pile of account books with blue covers and looked at them carefully.
Wei Xian was stunned when he saw this. His face couldn't tell whether he was embarrassed, angry, or complicated and confused.
But after taking a deep breath, he was relieved. Anyway, after the seventh prince, who is either really smart or fake, confirms that he really has something to do, he should remember to stop getting in the way.
While praying like this in her heart, Xiao Ni suddenly raised her head, looked at him and smiled:
"It turns out that Mr. Wei is also looking for someone? Then why don't we come together?"
Eunuch Wei was shocked and immediately shook his head and refused:
"This can't be done! There are other noble people waiting here in the Za family, and when doing anything, there must be a first-come, first-served basis."
Besides, Princess Danyang didn't have much thought on business matters. Now that there are other people and things getting involved, it will be even more difficult to deal with it?
Besides, the little ancestor just said it clearly: He doesn't like to have other people or things making noise in his ears when he's thinking.
If he makes the decision without authorization and offends this fearless master, not to mention that he will not be able to do the job, he will probably live without stopping for the past few days!
But the prince in front of him, with his bright eyes, white teeth, and extremely pleasing appearance, seemed to be on a collision course with him today.
The beautiful young man looking at each other across the table laughed warmly again before he could finish his words, and said at the same time:
"Why is Wei Gong so stubborn? I see that these stacks of rosters are so thick and tired. They must have included the names of all the female officials and palace people in the palace, right?"
As Xiao Ni said this, he casually pulled out a few light blue account books in the middle, which were as thick as a palm, and said slowly:
"It's rare to have such a complete collection of things, and I don't have much time to work on Mr. Wei. You and the nobles who are here to do things can just do your own thing. I'd better do my errands myself."
Wei Xian paused after hearing this, but he didn't expect that the other party had such a plan.
Or is this also good?
It should even be said that this was much better than he had expected. At least he doesn't have to worry about it any more, and he doesn't have to worry about being too involved in this matter.
In the final analysis, he is just providing a convenience. But where is Princess Danyang...
Wei Xian was hesitating. He liked the seventh prince's compromise, but he didn't want to offend Princess Danyang.
Xiao Ni didn't wait for Wei Xian to speak, but she had already read his expression.
"Thank you, father-in-law, for doing this for me. Let me do the job of persuading that noble man."
Saying this, the beautiful boy turned around with a smile and strode towards the screen that separated the main hall and the secondary room, where blurry figures were reflected.
After Eunuch Wei initially symbolically called "Your Highness Seventh" twice, he left Xiao Ni to find Princess Danyang on his own.
Anyway, this is just trouble that comes to my door for no reason. Since the seventh prince is willing to take responsibility to the end, he will naturally welcome it and will do his best to provide convenience.
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When Xiao Ni turned around the screen, Danyang was looking down at the roster in his hand and frowning.
When she heard footsteps approaching, she subconsciously thought they were the maids or chamberlains coming to deliver tea.
"I'm busy. Put it aside, I'll use it later."
But after greeting him casually, he didn't hear any sounds of cups and dishes falling on the wooden table.
Ordinarily, even in a palace with the strictest rules, the servants who bring food and drink to the table cannot put down the things without making a sound.
Not to mention, the visitor stopped a few steps away from her.
Danyang, who vaguely sensed something was wrong, raised his eyebrows and looked up at the place where the voice came from.
But unexpectedly, he saw a beautiful young man bathing in the warm sunshine that slanted through the window lattice, and his whole body seemed to be glowing slightly.
For a blink of an eye, she couldn't help but be stunned, and she couldn't help but sigh in her heart.
It turns out that people can really create a beautiful scenery, making viewers feel relaxed and happy, and willing to be intoxicated.
