Mrs. Gaoming watched the Queen in front, with Concubine Wu and Concubine Xiao Shu on both sides, performing the sacrificial ceremony. Their faces were calm, but in fact they were complaining in their hearts.
The grudge that was originally caused by the fund-raising matter has now been alleviated a lot because of the overt and covert fighting between the Queen Wang and Concubine Wu.
Spending some money to see a scene that may be difficult to see in your lifetime is also great.
After the sacrificial ceremony is over.
Queen Wang graciously invited everyone to take their seats, and there were all kinds of cakes, preserved fruits, dried meats, dried fruits, drinks, soups, teas, juices, etc.
She also began to greet Mrs. Gaoming familiarly, asking them about their recent situation, how the New Year's goods were prepared, or how the children at home were doing with their studies, and what their achievements were in office of some officials who had taken the imperial examination and took office.
With her natural beauty and gentle temperament, she can make people feel like spring breeze when she opens her mouth. She is quite approachable.
Concubine Wu could not learn this.
After all, human nature is different.
Queen Wang is a daughter of the Wang family in Jinyang. She has learned the etiquette of the family since she was a child, and has read many books. She has a scholarly air about her.
Concubine Wu's background was not simple. She was the daughter of Duke Ying and the governor of Jingzhou, so she could be regarded as a tiger daughter of a general.
Behind him are most of the generals of the Wuxun Group.
Since ancient times, there has been a phenomenon of opposition between civil and military forces in the court.
And it was inevitable in the Great Zhou Dynasty that civil servants and military officers also became rivals. Civil servants suppressed military generals, and military generals also resisted and wanted to overpower civilian officials.
But today's Great Zhou Dynasty can be said to be a peaceful and prosperous time. The four barbarians in the north have also been beaten to their knees, and there are few wars at the border.
Without war, there would be no military merit. Without military merit, it would be more difficult for generals to be promoted.
Unlike civil servants, who can govern a party and make suggestions to gain promotion and title.
Therefore, for the Wuxun Group, in the Taiping Era, they were in a weak position and needed a backer.
This backer cannot be the emperor.
The emperor could not be their backer.
Then there is only the harem.
Concubine Wu naturally won the support of Wu Xun Group.
Otherwise, it would be impossible for her to have an open and covert fight with a daughter of a wealthy family, the Queen of Zhou Dynasty.
Chatting and chatting.
Someone unknowingly brought the topic to the princes and princes.
Gao, the wife of Duke Xing, said with a smile: "I heard that Xiao Yan, the prince of Xiliang, spent five million gold in order to watch the oiran Yin Lingzi dance in Mingyue Tower."
"It stands to reason that at today's Qujiang Banquet, the prince can also come and participate, express his feelings and donate some money to the people of Zhou Dynasty, so that they can survive this cold winter safely."
This is the same thing.
The people around who heard it immediately shut up and looked at her.
Gao's face was indifferent.
It was as if what he said was a matter of course.
Mrs. Yan stood aside and glanced at Mr. Gao.
snort.
Has his son died and lost his mind?
Why do you like to stir up trouble?
Yan'er's money was hard-earned, and it was really used on the people. You don't need to tell me.
Mrs. Yan immediately said: "Yan'er is young and should be considered a romantic. As the saying goes, talented people love beauties, and beauties admire heroes."
"Yan'er was drunk at the time, and she was young and energetic."
"Come to think of it, which of these young men in the capital has never drank flower wine at Mingyue Tower?"
"Their expenses at Mingyue Tower in the past few years are probably worth millions of gold, right?"
Seeing that someone looked a little ugly and wanted to refute, Mrs. Yan sped up her speech and said directly: "Besides, Yan'er is also here today, and she also brought some thoughts."
Finished.
He looked at Concubine Wu.
Concubine Wu immediately looked at Da Changqiu beside her.
Dachangqiu bowed and saluted, and said loudly: "Your Majesty, Xiao Yan, the crown prince of Xiliang, has donated five million gold."
When Concubine Wu heard this, she immediately smiled.
"What a great Zhou Qilin'er. This time, he spent a lot of money."
Finished.
He looked at Mrs. Yan.
"Just now, I heard that Xiao Yan also came to Qujiang. Why can't I see him upstairs here?"
Mrs. Yan replied: "Back to your Majesty, he is young and energetic and does not know etiquette. After he came, I was afraid that he might be rude, so I asked him to go fishing in the wild."
Concubine Wu nodded.
He didn't continue to speak and asked Xiao Yan to come to the Nuan Pavilion upstairs.
After all, here are all the harem guests, Madam Gaoming, and the young ladies they brought with them, all of whom are women.
And the children of the clan who came with them were naturally on the first floor.
Gao took a sip of soup and tea. It seemed that the topic just now was not caused by him.
At this time, someone started talking about the snow disaster in Sidao, and then expressed some curiosity about the court's disaster relief.
This topic also led to the second prince Xiao Hong, who is now in charge of disaster relief.
"His Royal Highness the King of Qin has unparalleled talents and a wealth of knowledge. This disaster relief operation will definitely be done with ease."
"Now that the heavy snow has stopped, I believe that the disaster relief efforts will soon see results."
Another person said: "Yes, His Majesty the King of Qin is well-equipped with both civil and military skills, and is knowledgeable and knowledgeable. It should be easy for him to provide relief for this disaster."
Concubine Wu responded with a smile on her face.
But Gao said softly: "This time's heavy snow has not happened in the Zhou Dynasty for decades. In Jiannan Road, Henan Road and other places, I heard that the snow was so thick that it could submerge a dancing spoon year, and houses were crushed. So many people don’t even have a place to shelter from the cold.”
"Moreover, there are too many affected prefectures and counties, and there is not enough food. There are still several granaries blocked by heavy snow and cannot be transported. However, no matter how much money we have, there is no way to appease the people quickly."
In the midst of the praises, Gao's doubtful words seemed a bit harsh.
Just as Concubine Wu was about to explain, someone else spoke up, expressing her deep concern about this snow disaster.
Concubine Xiao Shu was even more blunt.
"Well, let me tell you, His Highness the Crown Prince must personally go to provide disaster relief this time. His Highness the King of Qin is too busy alone."
"It's best. His Royal Highness the Crown Prince is responsible for the two disaster relief areas, and His Royal Highness the King of Qin is responsible for the two disaster relief areas."
"Father and son go into battle, brothers fight tigers."
"His Royal Highness the Crown Prince and His Highness the King of Qin will work together to provide disaster relief, and it will definitely be faster."
Concubine Wu's left hand, which was hidden in her sleeve, was already a fist.
You just come to Qujiang Tower to steal my limelight.
Still want to steal my son’s credit for disaster relief?
It's tolerable.
This is intolerable.
Concubine Wu glanced at her, and someone immediately spoke.
"I heard that Xingyun Village was burned to ruins by a fire by thieves?"
"There are also rumors spreading outside, saying that Xingyun Manor is the manor purchased by His Highness the Crown Prince?"
"There's more."
"The thief stole tens of millions of gold from Xingyun Village."
"I don't know, is this true or false?"
This is a direct and forced change of the topic, but it is just right, letting people know that His Royal Highness wants to provide disaster relief, so what kind of relief will he use?
All his money was robbed.
At the same time, it was someone who raised this matter specifically and made Queen Wang and Concubine Xiao Shu angry.
It can be said that it was taken directly.
Sitting there, Mrs. Gao felt heart-wrenching pain when she heard the words Xingyun Village.
The last thing she wanted to hear was the words Xingyun Village.
