The Double Ninth Festival has just passed, and on this day all the concubines went to the Queen's Palace to pay their respects.
Because the fifty thousand pieces of winter clothes belonging to the soldiers of Mobei were robbed on the way and were taken away by the Wuwan cavalry, the Ministry of War was in a panic.
You must know that the weather on the border is already very cold in August. It is already September now, and it is very dangerous for the soldiers to have no cotton-padded clothes to keep out the cold.
The memorial was presented, and the emperor was very worried.
The queen was anxious when she heard about it: "Although there are still two thousand pieces of cold clothes in stock, and the Ministry of Industry has been working day and night, it still can't be completed within a month.
In addition to the transportation on the road, it will take a month and a half, which is too long. "
Concubine Xian tentatively said, "I have a suggestion, I don't know if it's suitable."
"That's what you say." Since the sixth prince married Yao Wanyi, the relationship between the queen and the concubine Xian has become increasingly close.
"My concubine is thinking that there is nothing big to do in the palace now, and the palace people can also spare some time. It would be better for each palace maid to allocate one or two items. There are at least 10,000 people in the palace who can do needlework. .
In this way, the other half can be shared. For example, if the concubine has nothing to do on weekdays, she can also do one and a half things to express her feelings. "The Concubine Xian never does anything to please the public. Now when she makes such suggestions, she speaks softly and has a humble attitude.
The queen was very happy after hearing this and said: "Sister, your suggestion is very good, I didn't expect it.
There are many people in the palace, so even if something happens, they will give way first. After all, the safety of the border is the most important thing. "
Someone immediately expressed their opinion, and Concubine Hui said: "Yes, we are very busy now. There is something to do that not only kills time but is also beneficial to the country. It's the best of both worlds. Why not do it?"
Everyone also agreed.
The queen said: "In that case, I will send Liang Jing out to talk to the people from the Ministry of Industry.
Transport the fabrics and cotton into the palace as soon as possible, and then distribute them one by one. Each palace will distribute them according to their head, and hand them over within a limited time.
It can be done in as little as seven days or as much as ten days. "
After discussing the matter, everyone dispersed, and Concubine Xian returned to her Jiaolan Palace.
Yao Wanyi was already waiting there and came forward to say hello.
Concubine Xian said softly to her: "I have already told the Queen about that suggestion, and she has accepted it."
Yao Wanyi was very happy to hear this and said: "In this way, the mother-in-law has also made a contribution to the Queen."
"As for whether you have merit or not, I just said something. You taught me. If you have any merit, it's also your credit." Concubine Xian had no intention of doing this. Instead, she was very concerned about her daughter-in-law and son's affairs, "Dare you Is my son treating you well? I didn't make you angry, did I?"
"He's... okay," Aunt Yao Wan wanted to say but didn't say anything. Instead, she chose to leave the matter alone. "He's in the Shenbing Camp and is very busy every day."
The sixth prince had never touched her since he got married to her. When sleeping, he would wrap himself up in quilt and turn his back to her.
Of course, Yao Wanyi was not the type to swallow his anger and did not force him. Firstly, she was always reserved, but secondly, she also wanted to find a suitable opportunity.
I believe that as long as he does his best, the Sixth Prince will always change his mind.
But she didn't know about her mother's ex-husband Tu Zan. After all, no one would tell her unless this person didn't want to live anymore.
She heard about Hanyi yesterday and ran to discuss it with Ma Feiyan for a long time.
This morning I went to the palace to see the wise concubine and taught her to do this and this in front of the queen.
The reason why she didn't tell the queen personally was because she wanted to sell her mother-in-law a favor so that she could control her better.
Anyway, no matter who takes the credit, it is the Queen’s credit to the outside world.
And she just wanted to use this incident to stir up trouble.
She doesn't care about asking for credit. After all, the queen is her aunt no matter what, and she will always love and care for her.
Furong Palace also received a hundred pieces, and Concubine Fu specially asked for two pieces to be made by herself.
Xue Hengzhao and others also took part in the work, taking time out to cut and sew every day, and even sewing under the lamp in the middle of the night.
But everyone was talking and laughing, and it was very interesting.
Fangdian specifically told her: "Hengzhao, you have been weak all your life, and you injured your shoulder a few days ago. Just do one thing, and we will all do it for you at the same time."
Youzhu and others also said: "Isn't that right? Don't worry, we are here!"
"I'll take a look," Xue Hengzhao neither refused nor agreed. "The soldiers' winter coats don't need to be embroidered or piped. It's very easy to make."
"That's what I say, but the stitches need to be extremely fine. Besides, the cloth is also thick, so it can't be penetrated without any effort." Tan Yue said, "Look, your hands are red, don't be brave."
"But no matter what you say, we in the palace can't hold back and make others laugh." Youzhu said, "Some people just love to fight over each other."
In only five or six days, Xue Hengzhao and others finished all the clothes they were assigned.
Wei Zhong personally counted the items, and took several eunuchs to deliver all the packed winter clothes to the Queen's Palace, where they were all delivered.
Wei Zhong came back to Concubine Fu and told her that the matter had been settled.
"Everyone has worked hard these days. Go to the dining room and use my money to add two dishes for everyone!" Concubine Fu was generous and considerate of people's difficulties.
"It's a waste of money for your Majesty. I will thank your Majesty on their behalf." Wei Zhong smiled and took the money from Bi Shu's hand, then turned and went to the dining room.
But before he came back, Liang Xiao from Ronghua Palace came with several eunuchs.
Seeing Concubine Fu, she was respectful, but her tone revealed a bit of unkindness: "Concubine Fu, on the order of the Queen, we have brought the maids who make winter clothes in your palace for questioning. We also ask for your convenience. "
Concubine Fu didn't know why, so she hurriedly asked: "Eunuch Xiaoliang, what's wrong? Is there anything wrong with those clothes?"
"The winter clothes you just handed over to the palace were found to contain tampering," Liang Xiao did not hide it. "The Queen ordered the servants to quickly find out who did it."
"Entrainment? What entrainment?" Concubine Fu became even more panicked upon hearing this.
These are winter coats made for the border soldiers. Who is trying to die by bringing things indiscriminately?
"I can't tell you clearly for a while, so don't worry, your Majesty. It will be clear when the investigation comes. I have to return my message to the Queen, so I can't delay any longer." Liang Xiao said and bowed. Withdrew.
It happened that Wei Zhong also came back, so Liang Xiao said to him: "Chief Wei, please come and take a trip too! After all, you brought those clothes there, and they have passed through your hands."
At this time, Xue Haozhao and others had been called together, lined up, and followed Liang Xiao and others to Ronghua Palace.
Although Concubine Fu didn't know what was going on, she felt it was more ominous than good.
If it was an innocuous matter, there would never be such a big deal.
But now she can do nothing but wait.
