Two days later, Shen did receive news that everyone agreed to Mutam's proposal, but there were still some detailed conditions and requirements that needed to be discussed in detail. Mutam readily agreed, and these details were discussed slowly later.
On this day, His Majesty Shen Fu brought news that His Majesty was going to establish a crown prince, and officials at all levels were required to attend the canonization ceremony with their families.
This is a happy event celebrated by the whole world. The appointment of the crown prince means a general amnesty for the whole world, the distribution of money and food, and a lively and festive atmosphere even more than the Chinese New Year. It is undoubtedly a timely rain for the people.
The implementation of Shen Fu's new policy has been smoother, and everyone has expressed their willingness to spend money. This can be regarded as a small success. Shen Que was troubled because he had to attend the grand ceremony in the palace.
In her opinion, that kind of occasion was formal and cumbersome, and she had to be judged and pointed at. Even the food was completely unsatisfactory. It was simply a torment. However, the emperor had to obey the orders and had no choice but to participate. But this time she had already made up her mind. She no longer wanted to talk or make friends with anyone. She just stayed there like a piece of wood until the end, just hoping not to make any mistakes.
The ceremony for canonizing the crown prince was grand and solemn.
The sun has just risen in the morning, the sandalwood in the Qinzheng Hall burnt stove is burning, and the smoke is filling. The entire Qinzheng Hall Square is like a nine-tiered pavilion. With the solemn and slow sound of the first drum, the Imperial Forest Army and Imperial Guard soldiers begin to line up. On the east and west sides of the Meridian Gate, flag guards lined up on the east and west sides of the palace gate. Hundreds of civil and military officials in court uniforms and deacons and officials from various departments were in place and ready.
"Dong dong dong"! The second drum sounded mightily, and the guards went to the Jinshen Hall to welcome the treasures.
When the third big drum sounded urgently and shocked the world, the ceremonial officials reported to the imperial prison and invited Emperor Xiaochun, who was wearing the crown of the emperor, to come to the Jinshen Hall, and invited the prince Li Luansong, who was wearing the crown, to go to the gate of the Qinzheng Hall. in place.
At this time, the great music started, the ceremonial flags were fluttering, and it was solemn and solemn. Emperor Xiaochun ascended the throne in the Qinzheng Hall shrouded in purple smoke, and the great music ended. The general stepped forward and opened the imperial curtain. Shang Baoqing placed the treasure book on the treasure case and registered it. The whip-wielding guards blew their whips to signal the time, and the four ceremonial officials guided Prince Li Luansong into the Qinzhengdian Square from the east gate.
After the great joy came again, Li Luansong went up the east steps of Danbi of Qinzheng Hall and entered the east gate of Qinzheng Hall. He first kowtowed to his father, Emperor Xiaochun, and then was received by the Neizan officer. Then he went to Danbi in front of the main hall to pay his respects. The officials stood on the left and right where the prince paid his respects, enjoying themselves and being solemn.
When receiving the treasure, the internal praise officer sang: "Bow down, worship". Great music started, and all the officials knelt down and worshiped. This process required nine times. After that, the prince bowed four times and ended with joy after his death. Together, the emissaries lifted up the treasure pavilion and moved forward, leading the ceremonial officer to guide Prince Li Luansong down the east steps of Danbi. They performed happily and stopped after leaving Fengtian Gate. The envoys carried the pavilion and went out from the east gate of Fengtian Gate to the west road. Under the guidance of ceremonial guards and drum music, civil and military officials escorted him to the East Palace. The treasures were placed in the main hall, and the prince was demoted. The edict was read outside the Meridian Gate to inform the world.
After the ceremony was completed, the emissary's supervisor reported to the queen to return to the palace, and the ladies and ladies followed her into the harem.
It was already noon. Shen Que quietly rubbed his sore shoulders and neck and his aching knees, feeling exhausted.
The whole process was really cumbersome and boring. I thought that so many people could take a break while others were unprepared, but who knew that there was a surveillance officer standing nearby and staring at everyone, not to mention being lazy and resting, but his clothes and appearance were slightly different. If you do something wrong, you will be scolded.
At this moment, Shen Que truly realized that what Muso Naren said was right. This was a world that belonged to him, not Shen Que. They were from two different worlds. This was his responsibility and he couldn't give it up, but it also made Shen Que feel suffocated.
Li Luansong was the most eye-catching person in this ceremony, but he could see her at a glance from the crowd, watching her daze, her slightly slack legs, and her face reddened by the sun. .
She has fair skin to begin with, the kind that gets redder the more she is exposed to the sun, and becomes even fairer after turning red. The slight ooze of sweat makes her pink and white cheeks more delicate and delicate, making her instantly recognizable to the crowd.
The sun was extremely hot today, making my mouth dry and my tongue dry.
As a distinguished guest of the Soto Kingdom, Mutam was naturally in an excellent position and did not need to kneel down with the red tape. He looked at Li Luansong, who was above ten thousand people, and then followed his eyes to fall on Shen Que, the hand hanging by his side. He clenched his fists in his sleeves.
After the ceremony came the palace banquet. In order to make everyone more relaxed, the emperor and empress hosted the palace banquet in the imperial garden, and the male and female guests were not separated. Everyone was seated according to the order of rank, which allowed them to deepen communication with each other and interact with each other. If you have a table, the atmosphere can be more lively.
Before the banquet, everyone was enjoying themselves. Some gathered together in twos and threes to chat, while the female relatives gathered around the ladies and concubines to flatter themselves. Shen Que found a secluded rockery behind and hid in the shade to rest. .
"Master." Mutam ran over happily and handed her something, "Make it easy for me to find. Try it quickly. It's sweet and cold, and it will quench your thirst very well."
Shen Que took it, and it turned out to be a peach, which was cold in his hand.
"Thank you." She held up the peach to thank him, then put it in her mouth and took a bite. The sweet peach juice filled her mouth, which really quenched her thirst and appetite.
"It's so delicious. Where did you get it?" Shen Que took another big bite.
"It's on the offering table," Mutam said. "You people in the Central Plains pay attention to eating offerings to seek good luck. I just follow the local customs."
Shen Que was stunned, looked at Tao Zi, and said, "What about the tribute offered to the ancestors? That's not something we can eat."
Mutam said why, "It's a waste to leave it there anyway. It's better to make the best use of it. Why care about who eats it? No one will see it anyway, so eat it quickly."
Well, he's right, no one will see it anyway, it's better than wasting it.
The two of them gnawed quickly, gnawing down a large peach until only the core remained.
"Master, like me, is suitable for living freely, just like our prairie. Look at the red tape here. I'm almost exhausted from the whole morning."
Shen Que smiled and said nothing. Indeed, she liked being relaxed.
The rockery is located at a corner of the imperial garden. The two of them were sitting on the stone, talking and laughing. Li Luansong saw them clearly, and a jealousy suddenly came over him, making his teeth chatter.
When the palace banquet finally started, Shen Que found a seat in the corner and sat down. Shen Fu was not of a high rank, so it was just right.
The delicacies in front of him were still very attractive. While everyone was exchanging cups and cups and talking a lot of good things, Shen Que ate until he was fifty to sixty percent full.
Not long after, Mutam came over again, bringing delicious roasted squab.
"Master, I respect Master." He handed the pigeon to him like a treasure.
The little squab, which was roasted to a crisp on the outside and tender on the inside, exuded an alluring aroma. Shen Que held back his saliva and asked, "Where did this come from as an offering?"
"This is not an offering, it is a specially prepared dish for my table. The disciple did not dare to eat alone and brought it to share with the master."
Shen is really a sensible person. Shen really can't restrain himself when it comes to delicious food. The two of them enjoy eating one bite at a time.
Mutam is now confident. Everyone knows that he has recognized Shen Que as his master. This apprentice is supposed to be a front-runner for his master. It just so happens that he can use this excuse to never leave her side, picking up food and pouring wine. The two of them They were talking, laughing, and eating happily.
It also made Li Luansong, who was sitting at the top, feel angry.
This Mutam clearly did it on purpose. He insisted on being attentive at this time just to show him.
He had a long face and didn't talk much to anyone. He stared at Shen Que and Mutam with piercing eyes.
This scene naturally fell into the eyes of Marquis Yang. His daughter was sulking under the table, clutching her handkerchief. He quickly touched her and whispered: "Go and toast to the Queen."
Only then did Yang Zhi come to her senses, straighten her expression and toast the Queen.
The queen smiled and exchanged greetings, and asked her: "Now that Zhi'er has reached her age, is there anyone who cares about her?"
Yang Zhi blushed and said no, "But I already have someone I like in my heart."
The queen was curious and asked: "Which family's husband can win Zhi'er's favor? He must be extraordinary."
Yang Xiao winked at his daughter proudly, and Yang Zhi was encouraged and boldly said: "Reporting to the Queen, the person I like is not someone else, but the Queen..."
"Queen, I have something to report."
Yang Zhi's unfinished words were interrupted by Mu Suo Naren on the side. She stood up and saluted the queen with fists clasped in her hands. She ignored Yang Zhi who was standing by and said directly: "Prince Jin, oh no, His Highness the Crown Prince was originally engaged to his daughter. , it was originally agreed that when His Highness is canonized as Crown Prince, it will be the day when we two get engaged, I wonder if the Queen knows about this?"
The lively hall suddenly became quiet. Everyone's eyes fell on the Queen's face, and the Queen also looked surprised.
"I have never heard of it." The queen smiled and turned to look at Li Luansong, "Song'er, is this serious?"
Li Luansong indeed never mentioned this matter to anyone, because he himself never took it seriously. He only felt that it was urgent to obey the authority at the time, but who would have thought that Musuo Naren could take it seriously.
At this moment, everyone except Mu Suo Naren had a look of displeasure on their faces, especially the ladies, who had their eyebrows raised and wished they could tear Mu Suo Naren apart.
Yang Zhi stood there with her face turning red and white with anger.
Shen Que sat in the corner with no expression, because Mu Suo Naren had mentioned this matter to her, but now that it was mentioned in public, she still felt a stab of pain in her heart. Fortunately, it had nothing to do with herself, so she just kept her head down and ate. .
Li Luansong couldn't hide, so he stood up and explained to the queen: "There was indeed an agreement on this matter before, but..."
He didn't know how to speak. He couldn't just say that he agreed casually because he wanted to save people at that time. He was speechless for a moment and looked up in Shen Que's direction. It was because he wanted to save her that he agreed to Mu Suo Naren in a hurry, and I never thought she would take it seriously.
But at this moment, Shen Que was still joking with Mutam as if nothing was wrong, which was really annoying.
Li Luansong said as his energy and blood surged up, "I'm thinking about it right now."
