Royal Palace.

Kunning Palace.

In the main hall, after hearing Queen Ma's words, a trace of panic flashed across the faces of Princess Lin'an and Li Qi.

"Back to the Queen, you have misunderstood. The meeting between Chang Shu and Hu Fei was a coincidence. It was definitely not intentional by the son-in-law and the prince-in-law. Please be clear to the Queen."

Princess Lin'an lowered her head and explained timidly.

Although she is the eldest princess, her biological mother is actually Sun Guifei. Although the queen has always been kind, she is still very jealous on weekdays.

However, she did not explain that it was Princess Anqing who was attracted to Hu Fei first, and it was even more impossible to admit that Li Qi deliberately arranged the banquet after knowing that Princess Anqing was attracted to Hu Fei, otherwise the matter would be serious.

"The Empress Mingjian made an appointment in advance to invite Hu Fei to the residence. Unexpectedly, Princess Anqing also happened to come to the residence to visit her sister, which inadvertently caused the two of them to meet. It was not intentional."

Li Qi on the side also hurriedly explained.

"It's okay, I'm just asking casually."

Queen Ma nodded and spoke slowly, not actually angry, but with a meaningful smile on her lips.

"What do you think of Hu Fei?"

Immediately afterwards, Queen Ma suddenly asked a question that caught Princess Lin'an and Li Qi off guard.

After hearing Queen Ma's question, Princess Lin'an and Li Qi couldn't help but look at each other.

"Back to the Queen, in fact, when Chang Shu and Hu Fei met, the ministers had already seen some clues, so they deliberately made things difficult for Hu Fei. However, instead of being angry, Hu Fei was very humble and regarded Chang Shu as her

I composed this poem at the snap of my fingers on the spot.”

"I heard a lot of rumors about him before and thought he was just a playboy with some talent. But after meeting him once, I no longer think so. Not only is he talented, but he should also be a loyal person."

Princess Lin'an hesitated and said thoughtfully.

"You can compose a poem like this with just a snap of your fingers?!"

After hearing what Princess Lin'an said, Queen Ma was stunned for a moment and said in surprise.

"Back to the Queen, it's true. I just heard that he defeated all the talented people in the capital to win the title of Poetry at the Poetry and Calligraphy Competition, but I didn't expect that he could write such a good poem in just a snap of his fingers. I think he is indeed a man with real talent.

A man of practical learning.”

Li Qi also spoke in agreement at this time.

"Hearing what you said, I really want to meet him."

Queen Ma nodded and said thoughtfully.

In fact, Hu Fei's name has long been familiar to her. She has heard many rumors about Hu Fei, and Zhu Yuanzhang often mentioned Hu Fei in front of her, and Zhu Biao also mentioned it in Kunning Palace.

"Empress, if you want to examine Hu Fei's character, I am willing to guarantee that there is absolutely nothing wrong with his character. He is not only a man with many fantastic ideas, but also a man who understands righteousness, is loyal and loves the people."

"Hongbinlou's Changsheng Hot Pot, Jingshi Noodles, and Hot Pot are all delicacies that have never appeared in the world. Recently, they have newly developed steaks, fried chicken burgers, red wine, and Hanlin Daily in Hanlinxuan, as well as Huifeng Bank,

They are the only ones in the world."

"Also, when the rat plague occurred in Changzhou before, he distributed supplies to the disaster area in the name of the imperial court, opened porridge sheds, and rescued the victims. On his way back to Beijing, His Royal Highness King Yan looked at death as if he were home, and single-handedly fought against dozens of Beiyuan killers.

, to ensure that His Highness King Yan returns to the capital safely."

"Everything he does is worthy of admiration. Even if he is a son, he is ashamed of himself. Moreover, he is the son of Hu Xiang and his status is not low. If he can marry Princess Anqing, he will definitely be praised.

Call it a good story."

When Li Qi heard that Queen Ma had the idea of ​​summoning Hu Fei, he cupped his hands and said passionately.

After listening to Li Qi's words, Queen Ma showed a meaningful smile and nodded with satisfaction.

When Li Qi mentioned the words "Hanlin Daily", Empress Ma subconsciously turned her head and looked at the gap in the corner of the table.

"Get up."

Queen Ma thought for a while, looked at Princess Lin'an and Li Qi who were still kneeling on the ground, smiled and waved.

"Thank you, Queen."

Princess Lin'an and Li Qi thanked each other, stood up slowly, and each breathed a sigh of relief.

"Look at how nervous you are. I just want you to come in and have a casual chat. Don't be so nervous."

Queen Ma looked at the two people who were still in shock, smiled and said softly.

Although she said this, when Princess Lin'an and Li Qi first came in, her expression was as if she wanted to challenge her. No wonder Princess Lin'an and Li Qi were so frightened.

"Okay, I already know what you said. If you have nothing else to do, please step aside."

Seeing that Princess Lin'an and Li Qi stopped talking, Queen Ma waved her hand and spoke slowly.

When Princess Lin'an and Li Qi heard this, they immediately bowed as if they had received amnesty and hurriedly left Kunning Palace.

After the two left, Empress Ma hesitated, turned around and took out a hidden copy of the Hanlin Daily from the gap behind her. Her expression became serious and thoughtful again.

This Hanlin Daily was not the one she took away from Princess Anqing before, but another one that was collected by someone.

When I returned to the palace, I was curious and read the story about Liaozhai published in the newspaper. But it didn't matter if I didn't read it. Once I saw it, I became fascinated and couldn't put it down anymore. I also started to be curious about the previous story.

So I ordered people to search everywhere, and finally found a few copies, but the stories were intermittent, which could not calm the curiosity and expectation in my heart.

She has been deeply impressed by Hu Fei's talent. In addition to what Princess Lin'an and the Prince Consort said just now, his impression of Hu Fei has become better and better. However, thinking about Hu Fei's somewhat infamous reputation, she still feels worried.

At this moment, Feng Shao, the eunuch of Kunning Palace, walked in slowly.

"The Empress, Princess Ningguo and her consort Mei Yin are outside asking for an audience."

Feng Shao bowed and said respectfully.

After hearing Feng Shao's words, Empress Ma put the Hanlin Daily back to its original place.

"Let them in."

Immediately, Queen Ma raised her hand and spoke slowly.

"yes."

Feng Shao agreed and slowly retreated.

Soon, a man and a woman walked in quickly from outside the hall, and then bowed respectfully.

"See the Queen Mother."

The visitors were none other than Zhu Yuanzhang's second daughter, Empress Ma's daughter, Princess Ningguo, and the consort Mei Yin.

Mei Yin was the son of Mei Sizu, Hou Mei of Runan. He served as an academic and political official in Shandong and lived in Shandong. Since the Spring Festival was approaching, he brought Princess Ning back to Beijing for a reunion.

"Get up."

Queen Ma raised her hand to signal the two of them to stand up after saluting.

After the two stood up, they found Queen Ma looking sad, and couldn't help but show a trace of doubt.

"Why is my mother so worried?"

Princess Ningguo hesitated for a moment, looked at Queen Ma, and asked with concern.

"It's not about your sister."

Queen Ma sighed and said slowly.

"Chang Shu? Why did she make you unhappy?"

Hearing this, Princess Ningguo smiled and asked softly.

So Queen Ma told Princess Ningguo and her consort Mei Yin the story of how Princess Anqing and Hu Fei met at the Korean palace, and how Princess Anqing fell in love with Hu Fei at first sight.

After listening to Queen Ma's story, Princess Ningguo and Mei Yin realized that Queen Ma was worried about their daughter's lifelong affairs.

"When I was away, I heard some rumors about Hu Fei. They all said that he was the most handsome man in the capital, but he was also known as the God of Poetry. I don't know which one is his true face. There are also different opinions among the public, so

The son-in-law suggested that the mother should think twice before doing anything and investigate him carefully."

Princess Ningguo hesitated for a moment and said slowly.

"Being able to compose a poem at the snap of a finger shows that he does have some talent and learning. His reputation as the God of Poetry should be well-deserved. As for what kind of person he is, you can only know it when you meet him. All the exaggerated claims in the rumors cannot be believed at all."

"If the queen mother can trust my son, I am willing to give him a try to see if he is a real dandy or a fake dandy."

The consort Mei Yin thought for a moment, cupped her hands, and said respectfully.

"really?"

When Queen Ma heard this, she was immediately happy and asked with a smile.

"It is my honor to serve my mother. If my mother agrees, I will go tomorrow."

Mei Yin nodded and said.

"Okay, thank you for the hard work."

Queen Ma nodded and said with satisfaction.

"My son is willing to serve his mother, and it will not be hard at all."

Mei Yin smiled, cupped her hands, and said sincerely.

Empress Ma breathed a sigh of relief and nodded approvingly. Originally, she had planned to summon Hu Fei directly in person. If Mei Yin came forward, there would be room for easing the matter, which was exactly what she wanted...
Chapter completed!