The eyes of the three people fell on Shen Que's face, just like the blazing sun above his head, making his cheeks heat up and his whole body sweating.
"May, come here."
Zeelan took the lead to break the deadlock and called May to the side to talk.
"Master."
It was Mutam who reacted the fastest and greeted Shen Que with a bright smile. Shen Que moved his eyes to his face and gave him the same smile:
"His Royal Highness is well."
She bowed to Mutam, and then to Li Luansong: "His Royal Highness Jin is well."
Naturally and politely, her eyes were lowered, without even scanning his face, and fell directly on Zhang Chengru's face: "Sworn brother."
"No need to be so polite." Zhang Chengru said, "Are you ready for breakfast?"
"Yes, I've eaten." Shen Que replied, his eyes always falling on Zhang Chengru's face, not squinting, but his hands were sweating in his sleeves.
"Master, does my new look look good?"
Mutam grabbed her attention like he was vying for favor, waiting for her criticism.
Looking back at him, Shen Que said: "Okay, I didn't expect His Highness the Prince's Han attire to be so pure and elegant, like a orchid jade tree."
"Really?" Mutam was very happy, "Master said it will be good."
"Your Highness, please don't call me Master, I..."
"Then Master, don't call me Your Highness the Prince. Just call me Amu. Your Highness is longer than your Highness, and you have more points."
When Mutam said this, her eyes slanted to the side. She always called Li Luansong "Your Highness". Shen Que didn't know how to respond for a moment. He lowered his eyes and lowered his head. He felt his cheeks were getting hot and beads of sweat were forming on his forehead.
The sun was shining straight down and the heat was unbearable.
"Li Luansong." Mutam finally couldn't help but ask him directly, "You didn't say anything even when you came. If you have anything to say, please tell me quickly. Madam Shen is very busy today."
From the moment Shen Que left the house, Li Luansong's eyes never left her. Seeing that she was dressed in elegant plain clothes but had an outstanding appearance and a caring attitude, he felt a little strange.
Yes, the Shen Que he knew had always been a man, with his own face. The Shen Que now was the real Shen Que, the Shen Que he was familiar with yet unfamiliar with.
She was right, he never really knew her, understood her.
Li Luansong watched her salute everyone gracefully, watched her joke with Mutam, greeted Zhang Chengru, watched her clear eyes look at them, but when she came to him, her dark pupils became Dim, the smile on his face froze and disappeared.
She probably didn't want to see him.
Li Luansong had never felt inferior or depressed before.
But everyone was here, and he came all the way to see her despite his still-unhealed body. He couldn't just say a word.
"You... want to move? Do you need my help?"
His voice was slightly hoarse and his breath was unsteady.
Shen Que looked up at him following the voice and said, "No need, Muta... everything is ready. Everyone is here to help. Thank you for your concern, Your Highness."
Being polite, distant, and rejecting others.
Li Luansong's fingers became cold, and his heart also became cold: "Yuyu, I..."
"Okay, in that case, let's get in the car quickly." Mutam stepped forward and stood in front of Shen Que, his position just blocking Li Luansong's sight.
"It will be too hot if we leave late."
He made a "please" gesture and guided Shen Que in the direction of his carriage.
Shen Que said okay and followed his guidance and walked down the steps toward the carriage. His eyes were lowered and his hands were squeezed tighter in his sleeves. His face was not good and pale, and there was sweat on his face. Could it be that Are the injuries on your body not healed yet?
Thinking about it in his mind, he slowed down a little, and heard Zhang Chengru behind him: "His Royal Highness, King Jin, has not recovered yet, why is his face so pale?"
Shen Que stopped in front of the carriage.
Li Luansong said it was okay, "Just take a few days to recuperate."
She was stunned for a moment before Mutam urged her. Just as Shen Que was about to board the car, she heard Li Luansong call her:
"Ms. Shen."
With a thud in his heart, he changed his mind.
"Tomorrow there will be a palace banquet. My father, the Queen, and my mother will reward you for your merits. I also invite Madam Shen and Mr. Shen to go with you."
Shen Que said, "Thank you, Your Highness."
He said: "I will send a car to pick you up tomorrow..."
"Oh, no need." Mutam interrupted: "The young king will also go to the palace banquet tomorrow. I will take master, oh no, Mrs. Shen to go with me, so I won't bother His Highness Prince Jin."
Angry eyes glanced at Mutam, and the two glared at each other. Mutam snorted, turned around, mounted his horse, and ignored him.
The carriage clattered forward. Looking at the carriage going away, with Mutam and Zhang Chengru following on horseback on both sides, Li Luansong stood under the sun and felt chills in his heart.
"Your Highness, Your Highness."
Wu Yue stepped forward and handed a brocade bag to Li Luansong, "This is from Madam Shen. She said that the Shen family's old house was sold and His Highness bought it. The money should be returned to you."
Holding the heavy silver in your hand is like a golden weight falling in your heart.
"Pfft", he vomited a mouthful of blood, and finally couldn't hold on anymore and fell to his knees, causing May to be in a hurry.
The carriage rolled on the bluestone road, drowning out the sound of coughing blood behind him.
Shen Que was sitting in the car, lost in thought. Zelan beside him also had a gloomy look on his face. Neither the master nor the servant spoke, each feeling melancholy.
It wasn't until the car stopped at the door of the new house that Shen Que came back to his senses.
Mutam was very agile and had already rushed in and called the Yaman out. The house was almost tidied up. There was no furniture and it was very empty. The Yaman people were cleaning and sweeping and making preparations for the final delivery.
Shen Que took Zhang Chengru around. The house was not big but it was rare and well-proportioned. Zhang Chengru said, "It is very suitable for you. The winding paths lead to secluded places. You can change the scenery as you move and plant some flowers and trees. I think it should be There’s no refinement.”
Shen said yes, "I think so too. Pink peach, pear white, whatever. Then, those furniture..."
Zhang Chengru said: "Just leave it to me, I know you like simple and practical things, and don't seek luxury but elegance."
Shen Que thanked him, and Zhang Chengru didn't waste any time and got ready to go.
Walking out of the backyard and into the flower hall, Mutam was negotiating with the Yaren, and it seemed that things were not going well.
After they finished speaking, Shen Que stepped forward and asked, "But what's the problem?"
Mutam said there was a problem, "You women don't understand the ways here. They have a lot of kittens in the dental shop. Some of the utensils and furniture that originally belonged to this house should also be handed over to the new owner. Yaren Being greedy, they took it all and took it for themselves, and they were lazy about the details that needed to be fixed."
He ran to the corner and the door again: "Look, here and here, they were supposed to clean up before handing over, but they are also so messy."
Shen Que said it was okay, "Anyway, I have to clean it again."
Mutam said that wasn't right, "Every line has its own rules. Don't condone what they should do. On the contrary, you break the rules and encourage their bad habits. You will spoil the other party. If there is a problem, you should report it as soon as possible." point out."
These words have stayed in Shen Que's mind for a long time. Yes, this is her character. She has treated the people around her since she was a child. She doesn't want to trouble others if she can do what she wants. She tolerates as much as she can and doesn't want to say more until she If you can't stand it, it's over. Instead of doing that, it's better to make it right the first time. Both parties know each other's bottom line and temperament, and it will be easier and easier to get along with each other.
*
The next day, Shen Que got up early, carefully dressed up, and then picked up his father. The father and daughter drove into the palace.
Mutam obeyed the rules and waited at the gate of the palace. He was a distinguished guest from a foreign tribe, and according to the rules, he could not go through the same door as Shen Que. So, he watched Awang drive up from a distance and made sure that the father and daughter were safe. Lift up your robe and enter the palace.
They didn't meet each other, but Shen Que could see him from the car wearing the court uniform of Prince Soto and his earnest eyes.
"Is that Prince Mutam?" Shen Fu asked.
Shen Que nodded. She had already told her father that he wanted to become a disciple. Such enthusiasm made her feel a bit stuck.
"He is a handsome son." Shen Fu said, "I also agree with his proposal. Whether you accept this apprentice or not depends entirely on your heart. Don't worry too much, just do whatever you want."
Dad gave her the greatest support and comfort. Shen Que understood in his heart and said with a smile, "Dad is more open-minded now. Are you not afraid that others will steal your secret?"
Shen Fu said: "We don't have any secrets. Opening the door to do business can lead to good relationships. We have many friends and many paths. Sharing good experiences is also a good deed."
Shen Que nodded, and the father and daughter walked toward the main hall while talking.
The palace banquet was held in the Qinzheng Hall, and all officials of fourth rank and above and their families were invited to attend. The Queen's intention was that the crowd was crowded and the previous bad luck in this hall was swept away.
The emperor and the empress sat on the throne, and the atmosphere of the palace banquet was warm and grand. Li Luansong, dressed in court clothes, sat on the left hand of Emperor Xiaochun.
When I saw Shen Que and his daughter going to the palace to salute, I felt my heart beating loudly.
Although her makeup today is not gorgeous, it still stands out among the ladies and ladies.
Wearing a pure white cloud silk dress, a misty purple haze outer garment, a brocade and beaded ribbon tied around her waist, and a white magnolia flower hairpin in her hair, she is elegant, smart, and charming.
This was the most life-or-death situation in Daye's history. It was customary to reward people based on their merits. Shen Fu was given an official position and was appointed as a member of the Household Department, responsible for trade and taxation. Daye was already stretched thin after years of fighting, and now it was once again attacked. It has been hit hard, and what needs to be solved urgently is the problem of the state treasury and people's pocketbooks.
The father and daughter thanked him deeply. Although Shen Fu's rank was not high, he had completely changed the Shen family. Fulfilling the dream of his ancestors would not let his children and grandchildren feel pressured or controlled by others anymore.
Shen Fu cried excitedly and said, "I will do my best to protect the livelihood of the people of Daye and share your Majesty's worries."
Emperor Xiaochun said: "I promoted you in an unusual way because I took a fancy to your ability and mind. In the past, Song'er, father, daughter, and your family have already informed me and the queen of the contributions you, father, daughter, and your family have made to Daye's army. I feel very sincere." Very comforting.
Secondly, I also feel that you are an expert in economy and commerce, and I hope you can come up with practical policies to improve people's lives. "
After speaking, he glanced at the Queen again and said, "This matter will be left to His Highness King Jin. Shen Aiqing can report it directly to King Jin."
Shen Fu said yes and stepped aside.
It was a coincidence, but it was justified. Next, he would be appointed as the prince, and everything would have to go through his hands. Shen really thought that his father would have to deal with him in the future...
She stood quietly in the crowd with her eyes lowered, like a lily blooming proudly alone, so fresh, gentle and aloof from the world.
But Shen Que never thought that there were so many pairs of eyes staring at her in this hall at this moment. Except for Li Luansong who was sitting upright, his eyes had not left her since she entered the hall, Mutam and Mu. Suo Naren...and the idle state Qi Pingchang Hou Yang Xiao and his daughter Yang Zhi who have not been involved in court affairs for a long time.
This princess was once known as the most beautiful woman in Jin'an, and she was looking at her meaningfully at this moment...
