night,
Zhen'er spent time alone and couldn't sleep for a long time.
'The queen should be very young, right? Hmm...must be young! '
"The queen must be beautiful, right? Well...of course she is.'
All kinds of thoughts popped up uncontrollably, causing her to be mentally exhausted and tossing and turning.
…
The next day, Zhen'er got up early, waiting for Zhu Jianshen to come, but Zhu Jianshen never came to her. She even heard someone outside saluting the emperor.
But I just couldn’t wait for Zhu Jianshen!
Until evening, Zhu Jianshen still didn't come.
Zhen'er felt a strong sense of loss and fell into extreme low self-esteem. She understood that there were some things that she could not compare with.
Such as a young body, delicate skin...
After eating fine grains, who would eat bran-thick vegetables?
She was mentally prepared, but she didn't expect that the emperor would change his mind so quickly. Zhen'er was somewhat unable to accept it, but she had to accept it.
~
Zhu Jianshen is very busy. He is newly married and naturally has to do what he needs to do.
People all focused on the queen, but they ignored the noble concubine Wang Shi and the virtuous concubine Bai Shi who accompanied them into the palace.
Zhu Jianshen naturally wants to be exposed to rain and dew, and the smell of the boudoir is really wonderful, making people addicted and unable to extricate themselves.
Young, beautiful, and in good shape, who wouldn’t be confused?
Zhu Jianshen is also a human being. A young man naturally prefers young and beautiful women physically. Moreover, he has just tried it, so it is normal for him to be a bit playful.
However, he did not miss the memorial that should be reviewed. He still had the ambition to be professional, but...he ignored Sister Zhen'er's feelings.
It wasn't until New Year's Eve that he really had some free time and came to visit Zhen'er in the inner hall.
"I'm quite busy these days, are you... okay?" Zhu Jianshen felt somewhat guilty.
Zhen'er said quietly: "I wonder what the emperor is busy with?"
As soon as the words came out, she suddenly felt that she was too presumptuous, and quickly added: "I'm fine, I'm living a good life."
After a pause, he continued: "Your Majesty, I have a favor to ask of you."
Zhu Jianshen felt that he had neglected her, and said cheerfully: "Zhen'er, feel free to speak, I will not refuse anything."
"This slave wants to be...a female official." Zhen'er said.
Zhu Jianshen's smile froze and his brows furrowed: "I'm afraid that won't work."
After all, they are from Lao Zhu's family, and they don't allow anything, just like farting.
Zhen'er's heart felt cold. She didn't expect that the emperor would be so heartless. Even a few days ago, he was... alas!
She said: "I don't want to be a slave, I just want to be a female historian."
(Among the court ladies of the Ming Dynasty, there was not only the concubine system, but also the official position system, including the Shang Palace Bureau, Shang Fu Bureau, Shang Yi Bureau, Shang Shi Bureau, Shang Bed Bureau, and Shang Gong Bureau;
There are two ministers, the sixth minister is the same, and the official position is the fifth rank. The sixth minister is responsible for four divisions, also known as the twenty-four divisions of the six ministers. Each division has ten to twenty-four people, all of whom are serious officials and have the power. kind.
Note: The power of female officials lies within the palace and is not political power. )
Zhu Jianshen shook his head.
"Isn't this okay?" Zhen'er was angry: When Sister Zhen'er screamed so happily, a female official at the lowest level was reluctant to give it to her?
Zhu Jianshen still shook his head: "I said I would give you a title and canonize you, and I will never break my promise."
Zhen'er was stunned, her grievance turned into emotion, "Your Majesty..."
After sniffing, she said calmly: "It's better to forget about the concubine. I don't want that. Being a female official is just fine. Being a concubine is not a good thing for the emperor or the slave."
"I am the emperor, I have the final say." Zhu Jianshen was quite domineering and said: "You have to suffer for a while. After the Lantern Festival, I will find a way to operate."
"Your Majesty, think twice." Zhen'er said sternly: "This really damages the power of the dragon, and I will also be criticized. I, my servant..."
"Needless to say, I will balance all aspects of the matter." Zhu Jianshen waved his hand, "Okay, I will be busy with official duties later, let's have a meal together."
Zhen'er nodded obediently: "Well... today is New Year's Eve, will the Emperor be busy too?"
"Yes, the emperor is not easy." Zhu Jian sighed deeply, "In the past few days of the wedding, I have been a little slack and have a backlog of memorials, which must be dealt with as soon as possible."
After a pause, he added: "You can join me in keeping up the New Year's Eve tonight. First...pretend to be a maid."
"Well... listen to the emperor." Zhen'er seemed to have eaten honey and felt sorry for herself.
Although he was still not optimistic about the canonization, he did not refute it anymore. Men have a good reputation, let alone the emperor.
~
New Year's Eve, Kunning Palace.
The Queen Mother Zhou, the Queen Wu, the noble concubine Wang, and the virtuous concubine Bai all gathered together.
However, there is a big difference in status between the Wang family and the Bai family. Their expressions are flattering and their little faces are full of respect.
Finally, Mrs. Zhou's daughter-in-law became a mother-in-law, so she naturally wanted to show off her authority and tirelessly talked about the truth. The treatment she received from Mrs. Sun in the past was now passed on to several daughters-in-law.
This so-called great principle actually has one purpose: everything should follow the emperor's will, and nothing should be disobeyed. The emperor is heaven... and so on.
The young wives who had just entered the house did not dare to talk back, and they did not even dare to show their expressions of resistance. They listened carefully and took notes carefully.
He said: "I will obey my mother's teachings..."
Mrs. Zhou was elated and in a beautiful mood...
Just as I was getting excited, I heard the announcement outside the door: "The Emperor has arrived..."
She stopped talking, and the three young wives stood up and prepared to salute.
Soon, Zhu Jianshen walked into the hall, and Zhen'er lowered her head and followed suit.
Zhu Jianshen was in a very good mood. Without waiting for the three little wives to salute, he took the initiative and said: "No need to be polite, just sit down."
"Yes, thank you Your Majesty."
Empress Dowager Zhou rolled her eyes at her son, slightly displeased, and said, "Your Majesty is kind, but you must not be arrogant because of your favor."
"Yes, Queen Mother."
Zhu Jian touched his nose deeply, feeling a little uncomfortable with his mother's behavior. He walked to the front seat and sat down, smiling: "My son, I wish my mother good health and that she will stay younger as she lives."
"It's not formal." Queen Mother Zhou glared at her son, but couldn't help it and smiled.
Zhen'er stepped forward and poured water and wine for him one by one based on seniority, and then stood aside respectfully.
Then, the queen took the lead, and Wang and Bai followed, paying respect to the queen mother and the emperor. They were obviously a family, but they were polite.
Zhu Jianshen didn't like such family banquets, but Queen Mother Zhou was addicted to it and never tired of it.
This is how she came here back then. The difference is that at first, she was accompanying everyone when toasting, but now she is the one being toasted.
…
A family dinner didn't end until after midnight.
Zhu Jianshen wanted to go back to the inner palace of Qianqing Palace and spend the night with his palace maid sister.
However, the Queen Mother Zhou urged him and the Queen to work harder and spread the branches and leaves of the royal family.
Faced with an old lady who was anxious to become a grandmother, Zhu Jianshen had no legitimate reason to refuse, so he half-pushed and half-pulled the queen away.
This is really painful for Wan Zhen'er. She has no serious place to go. Without Zhu Jianshen, she can't enter the inner palace of Qianqing Palace.
In desperation, she could only find a flowerbed with leeward wind to spend the night. It was hard to avoid freezing her to death after that night.
~
…
"Godfather, godfather is up." Li Hong yawned and patted the door, as if sleepwalking, "Today the emperor is sending out a red envelope, you can't miss it..."
'Squeak~' Li Qing opened the door, "Okay, go back and go back to sleep, asking you to wake up early is like killing you."
"Hey, the kid went to bed." Li Hongru was pardoned and staggered towards his room.
Immediately, Zhu Wanqing came over with a basin of water and a towel on her shoulders, "Uncle Li, the water has just been warmed."
A little girl is still sensible... Li Qing smiled and said: "Well, go to bed quickly. Uncle Li will cook and make delicious food at noon today."
"Okay," Zhu Wanqing smiled and handed over the towel and said, "Uncle Li, wash your face quickly, I'll get the loofah pulp."
"I'll get it myself. It's a cold day, so go to bed quickly."
"It's okay, I went to bed early yesterday and I'm not sleepy." Zhu Wanqing waved her little hand, "Uncle Li, wash your face quickly."
Li Qing: (￢_￢) "Why do I think you have bad intentions?"
"I'm being filial to you but you don't have any good intentions?" the little girl pouted.
"Don't pretend to be cute, it's useless to Uncle Li." Li Qing glared at her and said meaningfully: "Uncle Li told you not to try to explore the unknown. You are very smart, but it is not enough to make up for the difference. The wisdom of generations;
Do you think your father lost the throne because he was not smart enough?
To tell you the truth, your father was smarter than you when he was your age. "
Li Qing hummed, "Don't think that your father is stupid because he is cheerful and acting like a fool all day long. That's because he is Mr. Zhu;
And you, don’t take yourself too seriously. What you think is smart is actually just a little cleverness. There is never a shortage of smart people in this world;
you? The way of doing things is far from perfect. "
"Uncle Li..."
"Okay, go back to sleep." Li Qing said calmly, "Uncle Li can be Uncle Li, or he can be Li."
"?" Zhu Wanqing didn't understand Li Qing's witticism.
However, she understood what Li Qing meant: If you try to commit suicide again, I will kill you!
"Know it."
She returned to the wing in dismay.
"Close the door!"
"…Okay."
~
Fengtian Temple Square.
Li Qing arrived shortly after, and Zhu Jianshen rushed over soon after.
The first annual meeting of the new boss will inevitably lead to an impassioned speech, summarizing the past and looking forward to the future. Daming Company will reach a higher level and create greater glory... Zhu Jianshen even said that he was very happy.
The old employees also gave me face. I don’t know what they were thinking, but their faces were full of surprise and touch, and they looked like they agreed.
It's really hard to get a red envelope. There's no use letting go of cannons here... Li Qing rolled his eyes and sighed that Zhu Jianshen was still too naive. Maybe in a year or two, he wouldn't be like this.
Zhu Jianshen kept talking for more than half an hour, until his lips foamed as he spoke, and then he stopped and started handing out red envelopes.
The new emperor ascended the throne and was about to get married. This year's red envelope was particularly generous. Li Qing received fifty taels of silver and put it into his two big sleeves. It was "clack-clack-clack" when he walked, which was particularly beautiful.
But before he could leave the palace, he was stopped by Xiao Hengzi: "Master Marquis, please stay. The Emperor has ordered you to meet him at Qianqing Palace."
Li Qing frowned: "Today is the first day of the Lunar New Year!"
"Uh...that's what the emperor said." Xiao Hengzi said sarcastically, "Please also invite the Marquis..."
"In this case, you have to pay more."
Xiao Hengzi: "..."
