The bright moon is in the sky and the wind is quiet.
Bright lamps and candles, fragrant fruit and crisp tea.
Zhu Xuxing specially came to his mother's harem to have dinner with her. During the period, the two of them talked and laughed leisurely and cordially.
The queen pondered for a long time and then pointed out: "Why is the prince so free today?"
Zhu Xuxing's voice was clear and his tone was magnanimous: "My father works hard and loves the people, how dare my son be lazy and idle? I just think about the fact that I haven't had a meal with my mother for a long time, and I miss my mother in my heart."
The queen's eyes were soft: "I am very pleased that the prince is so filial."
Zhu Xuxing continued: "Our mother and son are connected. My son never wants to have any rift with his mother, let alone make her mother worry about her son."
He was very calm and did not shy away from it: "My son knows that my mother can't worry about the people around me, so I asked Wei Li to come and judge. It's just his method, let alone a delicate and frail girl, even a seven-foot-tall man." It may not be able to withstand it. Xu Zhihuai’s background is not complicated, and he has gained popularity over time.”
The empress sighed softly after hearing this: "Wei Li is indeed cruel, but he is loyal to the court and never ambiguous in his work. And he is also your confidant."
Zhu Xuxing's eyes were bright: "My son knows it well and will never see the wrong person. I like her to stay by my side and accompany me every day."
"The prince wants to take her to Huaizhou?"
"She has nothing to do when she stays in the palace, so she might as well accompany me. Besides, she was born in Huaizhou and is familiar with the local customs."
He once again made his attitude clear. Even if the queen was dissatisfied, she would not stick to the end for an insignificant little girl and her son. She simply changed the subject: "Huaizhou is a land of disputes. Why should the prince go to deal with it himself? You can completely handle it." Give it to Wei Li."
Zhu Xuxing shook his head: "Mother, Huaizhou is the crux of the Xie family's chronic diseases. I must go. Wei Li will accompany me. With him here, I can avoid a lot of troubles and setbacks. Secondly, my father and the emperor will go there." The queen mother can also feel more at ease."
The queen's eyes darkened slightly: "Jiazi is troubled, and I am worried that the prince's marriage will be delayed again."
The Xie family has a huge foundation, and a single move can affect the whole body.
Will Xie Wuyou, the crown princess, be able to successfully enter the palace?
Zhu Xuxing said calmly: "Those who have gained the Tao will have many help, those who have lost the Tao will have few, and those who are stubborn are seeking their own death. Sooner or later, this heart disease will be cured, and there is no need for the mother to feel sorry. There are many talents in the court, and they will never be strong because of a Xie family." Injured. As for the Crown Princess... everything will continue to be handled according to the mother's arrangements."
The Queen nodded in understanding, knowing the power of it.
The warm and gentle wind mixed with a hint of moisture indicates that midsummer is coming soon.
When Zhu Xuxing returned to his dormitory, Xu Zhihuai was standing in front of the window looking at the sky. He had dark hair and a snowy face, and a pious expression. His long wet hair was casually spread on his shoulders and back, with a slight moisture.
Zhu Xuxing walked lightly, not wanting to disturb her moment of peace.
Xu Zhihuai was as attentive as his hair. He had long heard the footsteps outside the house, and only waited for him to get close to him before he pretended to be frightened and let out a soft cry.
Seeing her panic and trembling pupils, Zhu Xuxing quickly hugged her into his arms and gently comforted her: "Are you scared? I see you are so absorbed in your thoughts that I can't bear to disturb you."
Xu Zhihuai nestled in his arms and looked up at him with timid eyes, like a baby bird that had found shelter.
Zhu Xuxing tugged her wet hair: "Why don't you ask them to wring your hair and keep it cold carefully."
Xu Zhihuai whispered: "They are His Highness's maids. I can't control them. Besides, I like to do my own thing."
"Don't show off when your hand is injured."
"Back to Your Highness, I'm almost healed..."
Zhu Xuxing stretched out his fingers to press her red lips and gently said, "You are neither a slave nor a maid, you are my sweetheart, and I am willing to love and protect you."
Xu Zhihuai's eyes sparkled, and his slender arms clung to his body tightly, as if he was afraid that he would lose him if he let go.
As an old saying goes, Jiazi Rain at the beginning of summer will definitely bring abundant grain.
The Beginning of Summer is an important day for emperors to worship Yan Emperor and pray for peace and prosperity for the country and the people.
When the ugly time came, it started to rain lightly outside the window, and all the palaces became busy.
Xu Zhihuai's injured fingers were not flexible enough, but he still planned to personally prepare the robes and accessories for Zhu Suxing's sacrifice, woven with gold and red, and a crown and jade belt, which were as gorgeous and exquisite as heaven's workmanship. However, no matter how gorgeous the clothes and accessories were, they could not match Zhu Suxing's natural nobility.
Before the Yin hour arrived, Zhu Xuxing dressed up early and rushed to Fengxian Hall before dawn to pray for his ancestors and offer incense. According to the rules, the emperor will take the prince and three princes, wear red clothes and red robes, drive a red chariot and ride a red BMW to the Qianqiu Terrace in the southern suburbs of the capital to welcome the summer and worship Emperor Yan.
The green mountains are clouded with clouds, and the rain is continuous, making the clothes and robes even more rosy.
The emperor is in the prime of his life. He moves like the wind and sounds like a loud bell. He worships heaven and earth and prays for good weather.
Under the altar, all the ministers bowed their heads respectfully, but only one person was indifferent.
Wei Li was wearing a green robe, standing among the ranks of officials, full of madness, and quite out of place.
When the sacrifice was over, the emperor slowly walked down the steps. Xie Ningchao, as the Minister of Household Affairs and a bachelor of the Hanlin Academy, was an important minister of the country, so he naturally stood at the front.
Xie Ningchao was old and had been exposed to some rain, so he looked a little haggard, but as a minister, he always had to have some eyes. When he saw the emperor approaching, he hurriedly saluted respectfully: "Congratulations to the emperor, as the saying goes, sixty years last for a period of time, today Auspicious rain from the sky is an auspicious sign."
The emperor smiled faintly and ordered him to stand up and reply: "My dear friends, you are serving the imperial court and working for the common people. God will bless you." After saying this, he also specially mentioned: "Especially for you, dear dear, diligence and thrift are the most important thing." He is a model official and is my right-hand man."
Xie Ningchao quickly saluted and expressed his gratitude.
Although this praise is good, it is a bit strange. The Xie family is extravagant and extravagant. Who in the capital doesn’t know how to be thrifty?
The officials had different expressions upon hearing this, and Wei Li couldn't help but sneer. The officials in the court felt even more horrified when they saw his sinister smile.
Zhu Xuxing gave him a look, and he immediately walked over: "Why don't Your Highness go over and praise our role models?"
Zhu Xuxing frowned and looked at him: "Today is the day of sacrifice, be careful what you say, don't offend the gods of heaven and earth."
Wei Li curled her lips: "Your Highness knows that I have always had no taboos."
Zhu Suxing walked slowly in front, followed by Wei Li and Yue Yichuan. The three people mentioned the trip to Huaizhou, and Yue Yichuan was the first to object: "Prince, it is better to postpone the trip to Huaizhou until the bandits in Huainan are dealt with. good."
Wei Li contradicted him: "How crazy can a few bandits be?"
"You asked knowingly."
The two were arguing endlessly, and Zhu Xuxing only said: "No matter what is there? If you come with me to Huaizhou, no one can escape." After saying that, he looked at Wei Li again: "I want to take one more person with me on this trip. .”
Wei Li understood: "It must be Miss Xu. I wonder if she holds grudges?"
"Hate is the most useless thing."
Zhu Xuxing's expression was serious: "Remember, she will also be your master from now on, and you will not be allowed to be arrogant."
Wei Li's eyes were dark, and his lips should be raised.
