"Nothing is static, including the future, friendship... and the love that is celebrated.
Next year it will be the draft period again. Although Prince Hui's palace is harmonious, it is still desolate under Prince Hui's knees, and the palace is afraid that someone will be targeted. "
Just as Sheng Yuan was wondering how she got to Prince Hui's Mansion, Princess Yongping's laughter rang in her mind.
"It's really annoying!" Sheng Yuan rubbed her cheeks irritably, wishing she could erase Princess Yongping's words from her mind.
She didn't want to set foot in Prince Hui's Mansion while being influenced by Princess Yongping's words.
There are few people in Kyoto who don't know the deep love between her and her sister. Anyone who knows about her former relationship knows her intention to protect her sister; but these people may not know her sister's ability to protect herself.
Thinking like this, Sheng Yuan turned to leave.
She refused to see her sister today.
The sisters have plenty of time to see each other, so there is no need to satisfy some people.
"Sister Yuan?"
After walking a few steps, Sheng Yuan heard a familiar call. When she turned around, she saw a beautiful woman holding the maid's hand and standing not far away with a smile.
Look at this, he has just come out of the side door of the palace.
"I have met Concubine Shu."
Sheng Yuan did not expect that during a stroll, she would meet Shu Yajing, who was married to King Zhao.
That's right, the fourth prince who had little presence at the beginning is now also the county king.
Also, Prince Hui's Mansion and Prince Zhao's Mansion were originally built across the street, so it's not unusual to meet them.
"Sister Yuan once called me sister, but we haven't seen each other for just a few years. How come we are so unfamiliar?" Shu Yajing stepped forward, smiling and speaking in a clear voice, "I just came back from being a guest at the Prince of Chu's Mansion, and I'm so far away." I just saw you."
When she said this, Sheng Yuan remembered that King Hui and King Chu lived next to each other.
"We haven't seen our relatives for a long time. If Sister Yuan doesn't dislike her, let's..." Shu Yajing originally thought about inviting Sheng Yuan to Prince Zhao's Mansion for a chat, but suddenly, she remembered that she was now in the fifth rank of official residence.
Although she lived a restrained life, she also knew that it was not allowed for court officials to enter and leave the palace at will, so she quickly changed her words: "After leaving this street, opposite is the teahouse owned by Uncle Cheng Wang. How about we go there to have tea and catch up on old times?"
Sheng Yuan didn't hate Shu Yajing in the first place, but now that she sees her thoughtfulness, it's even harder to refuse.
Thinking that I had nothing to do, it would be nice to meet an old friend, so I happily agreed.
When Shu Yajing heard this, her face showed a bit of joy, she held the maid's hand and walked side by side with her.
Not long after, the two of them sat in the teahouse box.
"Since I got married and lived in the backyard for a long time, I feel more and more that the time I spent in the Hou Mansion was precious." Shu Yajing sniffed the fragrance of tea and sighed softly, "We are clearly facing the bright sunshine, but I always feel that it is still in my memory. The scene is brighter.”
Sheng Yuan smiled: "Chen..."
Shu Yajing suddenly waved her hand: "Sister Yuan, I am just a concubine of the prince, but I dare not meet the court officials!"
Sheng Yuan was startled, then laughed: "I was negligent, Sister Shu Er."
Shu Yajing then pretended to breathe a sigh of relief: "Sister Yuan, don't blame me for being too talkative. It's actually the draft next year, and my prince's wife will be decided soon. The mistress will be welcomed into the house soon, so I should be even more cautious."
Speaking of this, Sheng Yuan found that she was not sad at all, but rather relaxed.
I don't know if it was brought out on her face, but Shu Yajing said with a smile: "I have been sorting out the letters I wrote when I was in the boudoir recently, especially the notes I took during my time at Yunqi Academy. My prince heard that I had the opportunity to be employed by the academy. , and it was quite a pity. He agreed to let me, and when the princess came to the palace, he would help me find a research clerk there.
Sister Yuan knows that the Agricultural College of Yunqi Academy has recently set up a research clerk position, and there are many people who are willing to try growing improved seeds, flowers and trees to apply. I originally had two Zhuangzi in my dowry, both of which are near Kyoto. My prince gave them to us in the suburbs of Kyoto, which is very suitable for testing improved seeds. "
Speaking of hobbies and interests, Shu Yajing keeps talking.
Seeing the joy in the corners of her eyes, Sheng Yuan was happy for her, but also a little puzzled. She and King Zhao looked at each other, and they seemed to have a good relationship!
Shu Yajing has always been transparent. When she saw a trace of surprise flash across Sheng Yuan's face, she understood her confusion. She pursed her lips and shook her head gently: "Your Majesty and I are close friends... We are all close friends. We are similar." But we all know that peace can only be achieved by not having delusions. We are just accompanying each other. My position has been determined, there is no possibility of further advancement, and he cannot force it. Since the situation has been determined, why bother harming others? Everyone just abide by the rules and live by it. "
She spoke vaguely, but Sheng Yuan heard it clearly.
It's just that King Zhao and Shu Yajing don't want to embarrass King Zhao's concubine, but they also want the other party to be equally transparent.
Thinking of this, Sheng Yuan couldn't help but despise the feudal dynasty's system of wives and concubines.
Does the royal family think that by setting up the patriarchal law that "concubines cannot enter the throne of the princess", the backyard of the royal children can be kept quiet?
As long as the women in the backyard have to fight for themselves and their children with the women next to them, men’s backyards will never be quiet!
After thinking wildly for a moment, Sheng Yuan discovered that Shu Yajing had skipped this topic and started talking about growing flowers and crops.
Her eyes seemed to be shining at this moment.
"Sister Shu, the Imperial College has recently been asked to recruit people who are good at compiling teaching materials for young children. Since my sister is good at planting flowers and plants, and also good at painting, why not match her calligraphy and painting and compile a teaching material suitable for children to read?" Sheng Yuan looked at the look in her eyes. Guang couldn't help but give an idea.
"Yes, really? I, I can compile it?" Although it was a question, Sheng Yuan could hear some emotion from it.
"Since we are recruiting talented people, why don't you give it a try? How can you know if you can't do it if you don't try? If it succeeds, there is no way that my sister can earn an editor's job without the help of King Zhao. Besides, with this experience, my sister will be able to do it with her own ability. I can get the research documents from Yunqi Academy."
Shu Yajing was very happy to hear this and even thanked her profusely.
Seeing how happy she was, Sheng Yuan couldn't help but roll her big eyes: Huh? ! It seems that the labor force in this backyard is still worth exploring!
Of course, Shengyuan's little calculation could only be made in his mind temporarily, because Emperor Jinghe, who had been on the throne for nearly ten years, planned to go on a casual tour after showing off to his ancestors in the Ancestral Temple!
(End of chapter)
