Chapter 26
Concubine Qian Shu certainly has pride in the palace. She has the emperor's eldest son Li Maoding under her knees, and now she ranks first among the concubines in the harem. What's more, Qian Shufei has the support of the Empress Dowager Qian behind her.
Liu Baolin and Qin Shixuan did not dare to disobey Concubine Qian Shu at all. These two people had no children and no favors. As a favor, Liu Baolin and Qin Xuanshi had no choice but to nod their heads in response to a greeting from the superiors. As for choking in rebuttal, Liu Baolin and Qin Xuanshi did not have the courage.
"Your Majesty, I have just choreographed a new dance recently. I'll give it a try and ask your Majesty to taste it." Liu Baolin stood up and she bowed Yingying.
"My concubine has also composed a new piece of music, please taste it." Qin Xuanshi stood up quickly, and she also bowed her head.
"That's great. I've met you to choreograph a new dance and compose a new song. I must see it first and taste it for you." Concubine Qian Shu said with a smile while stroking her hands.
Jia Sanniang wanted to be a pure spectator this time. In this scene, she really didn't want to be an actor on the stage, let alone go on stage to perform it herself.
She was afraid of being embarrassed because Jia Sanniang's talent and skills were not very good. In other words, in order to maintain the reputation of Suiguo Gongfu, Jia Sanniang had to maintain her reputation as the daughter of the duke's family no matter what.
She said that if you don’t show your ugliness, you won’t be ugly.
When thinking of this, Jia Sanniang glanced at her eldest sister Yuan Niang and Shi Wan'er.
The two of them watched everything happening in the field calmly. Don't interfere or refute, just watch quietly.
"Zheng..." Pipa sounded. After Qin Xuan's attendants presented the instruments to the palace, she sat down holding the pipa. After lightly stroking the pipa strings, his fingers started to play.
The notes are playing and the music is melodious. Qin Xuan's attendant should sing a minor tune first.
"The spring breeze blows through the palace moon, and the bright spring light shines on the flowing water. The silk and bamboo are pleasant to the ears, and the flowers are beautiful, and the silk rushes into the western border. Spring, summer and autumn come again, and tourists from thousands of miles away come back in winter. Grapes, wine and beards are as bright as the moon and gold as water."
After Qin Xuanshi finished singing a song, she stood up holding the pipa in both hands and saluted Concubine Qian Shu again. She smiled and said: "I compose the music and lyrics, and I can barely compose a song like "Silk Journey to the West." I hope your empress will not find it vulgar."
"It sounds pleasant to me, not bad." Qian Shufei waved her hand and signaled Qin Xuan to stand up. She smiled and gave orders, saying: "Mommy, I remember that this spring I bought a set of jewelry with pearls on my head. I will reward Qin for selecting his attendants."
The nanny who was waiting not far away listened to Qian Shufei's instructions and hurriedly bowed and agreed.
Later, grandma will go and come back. She held out the reward given by Concubine Qian Shu.
Qin Xuan's attendant returned the pipa to the young palace maid in Yuheng Palace. At this time, grandma presented a set of pearl noodle in a box. Qin Xuan hurriedly took it, and then quickly thanked Concubine Qian Shu for her kindness.
Qian Shufei waved her hands as if she didn't care. Qin Xuan's attendant stepped aside with interest.
Liu Baolin came on stage again, and she changed her clothes. She only dressed up as Orchid, and when she came on stage, she covered her face with a thin gauze scarf, which made people feel half-covered.
Liu Baolin is graceful and graceful every step of the way. The golden bell she wears echoes, and her dancing steps are beautiful and pirouette, making her charming and moving every step of the way.
While waiting for the dance to end, Jia Sanniang saw a trickle of sweat overflowing from Liu Baolin's forehead.
Liu Baolin didn't bother to wipe off the sweat, she was busy flattering Concubine Qian Shu.
Like the previous Qin Xuanshi, this time Liu Baolin also received a set of headdress and hand ornaments given by Concubine Qian Shu.
After Liu Baolin thanked her, her and Qin Xuanshi's tasks as two low-ranking concubines were completed. At this time, the two of them sat back down again.
"What do the four girls think of Liu Baolin and Qin Xuanshi's Hu Xuanwu and Xiaoqu'er?" Qian Shufei's eyes first fell on Shi Wan'er.
"Liu Baolin dances beautifully, and Qin Xuan's singing voice is melodious. Each of them has a unique talent. It's true, it's a good thing. No wonder the ancients often say that when three people walk together, they must have a teacher." Shi Wan'er replied with a smile to Yan Yan.
"Miss Shi's words are greatly praised." Qian Shufei asked again: "I see that Miss Shi has a beautiful appearance, a waist as thin as a willow, and as gentle as water. Why don't Miss Shi also show her talents and let Liu Baolin and Qin Xuan Let the two servants taste it."
After Shi Wan'er's eyes looked at Liu Baolin and Qin Xuanshi, she covered her mouth and smiled, and replied: "It makes the empress laugh. I am not good at singing and dancing. The Duke of Liguo comes from a distinguished family, and he is most important in riding and shooting." One way. If the empress doesn’t mind, I can use my bow and arrow to demonstrate the art of riding and archery for the empress.”
As for performing songs and dances?
If it was to present songs and dances to the emperor and present them in front of the imperial court, Shi Wan'er felt that she could give it a try.
It was just a performance for Liu Baolin and Qin Xuanshi, two low-ranking concubines who were born in the palace. Shi Wan'er was dismissive.
"Sister Wan'er, this can't be done." Jia Yuanniang spoke at this time. She stood up and saluted Concubine Qian Shu, and then said: "There is no school ground in Yuheng Palace for you to run horses and staking. The horsemanship and archery team are in Yu. Heng Palace is not convenient for demonstration."
"Your Majesty, Sister Wan'er has always been a straightforward girl who speaks her mind. She didn't mean to offend, please forgive me." Jia Yuanniang excused Shi Wan'er.
This eldest sister got up to pay homage to the grand ceremony, and said something about admitting her mistake. Jia Sanniang and her second cousin quickly stood up and bowed their heads in greeting along with the eldest sister.
"I was confused." Shi Wan'er was busy admitting her mistake at this time. She said with an innocent face: "I was so careless that I forgot that this was in the palace, not in the house. I can't race horses or ride and shoot. My daughter is bold and willful. Please forgive me."
"It doesn't matter." Qian Shufei stretched out her hand and tapped the table several times. A smile appeared on her lips and she said: "Please get up quickly, four beautiful ladies. I am not a petty master. Miss Shi has a straightforward temperament, and I don't mind. I quite like her."
"Thank you for your tolerance and magnanimity." Jia Sanniang followed the big guy's words and thanked Concubine Qian Shu for her kindness.
As for what everyone's true thoughts are in their hearts, this is a matter of opinion and wisdom.
After a visit to Yuheng Palace, Jia Sanniang received a reward from Concubine Qian Shu when she left. I came here, got the reward, and was sent back to Danruo Palace respectfully by the palace officials.
This time, Jia Sanniang got the best result. She had already determined the answer deep in her heart. The relationship between her eldest sister and Qian Shufei in her previous life must have been a bit tense. Not very friendly anyway.
Yuheng Palace.
After the four beautiful ladies from the palace left, Qian Shufei's smile became a little unsustainable.
Liu Baolin and Qin Xuanshi, who were sitting in the hall, were quite embarrassed. The two of them came here because they received a hint from the nanny in front of Qian Shufei. The two of them came to test out Concubine Qian Shu's background on the four daughters of the prince.
Now that the results have come out, the two beauties who were the direct descendants of the Duke's palace are truly remarkable.
For Liu Baolin and Qin Xuanshi, Shi Xiunv's attitude was clear that she looked down upon them and did not want to cooperate.
As for the three beautiful girls of the Jia family, the eldest girl of the Jia family looks like she is strong without desire. This man was polite to Liu Baolin and Qin Shixuan. Too polite, a bit fake.
Looking at Miss Jia's attitude towards Qian Shufei, she refused to lower her figure throughout the whole process. This is very interesting.
Liu Baolin was envious. She also wanted to live such a carefree life. But since I don’t have enough background, I can only think about it in my dreams.
At this time, Qin Xuanshi lowered her head in front of the wooden stake. She didn't want to get into trouble. If Qin Xuan wants to come, he should sneak in this time and not provoke Concubine Qian Shu's anger. She doesn't like to be used as a punching bag. However, a person's words are light, like duckweed or catkins, but they are wandering and cannot help themselves.
