Luoyang Chengnan Street, the residence of Governor Zhao.

The sun had just risen in the east, but Zhao Yanran's governor's mansion was already crowded with a large number of people.

The old housekeeper hurriedly came to the door, bowed to the guests and said: "Guests, I'm really sorry! The master is not at home, and the servants and I can't receive the guests. Please go back. Guests, I'm sorry.

Thanks for your kindness, I will definitely bring it to you later."

At this time, a very rich middle-aged fat man came forward, smiled and clasped his fists at the old housekeeper and said: "Butler, there is no need to be embarrassed, we are not ignorant people.

I just came here today because I heard that Concubine Zhao is about to give birth to Lin'er, so I came here to congratulate her. This small gift is just a little thought for the child, so please accept it, old housekeeper."

The old butler quickly said to the middle-aged fat man: "Boss Deng is so polite! I would like to thank you for your kindness. But I really cannot accept these gifts!"

It turns out that this middle-aged fat man is Deng Shijie, one of the few cloth and satin merchants in the world. This man appeared in the previous article and met Liu Xian on the Silk Road.

Relying on trade between the East and the West, he has grown into a world-famous merchant in just a few years. Thanks to Liu Xian's mercantilist policies, this guy's current reputation and influence exceed that of many prefects.

Officials.

Even in this hidden dragon and crouching tiger Luoyang, he can be said to be a decisive figure.

Deng Shijie smiled and said: "Old housekeeper, don't worry, these are just some good Ganoderma lucidum and ginseng. Herbs used to replenish the body are not gold, silver and silk. If the old housekeeper refuses to accept it, wouldn't it mean that I have been waiting for you for a long time?"

kindness?"

Others also echoed.

The old butler felt a headache and raised his voice: "This old slave really can't make the decision! The old slave really can't make the decision!..."

Just when the two sides were entangled, a group of rouge warriors under Zhao Yanran came over under the leadership of Ma Yunlu.

When the old housekeeper saw them, it was as if he had seen the great savior, and he bowed from a distance: "Mother Ma, are you here!?" The Ma Miao in his mouth was Ma Yunlu,

After Liu Xian came back, he honestly explained the matter between him and Ma Yunlu. Although his wives rolled their eyes, everyone accepted Ma Yunlu. Therefore, with the approval of Dong Yuan and Zhao Yanran, Ma Yunlu was

Canonized as concubine.

Therefore, Ma Yunlu's current identity is not only Zhao Yanran's trusted general, but also a concubine of the royal family.

The guys who came to give gifts also saw Ma Yunlu, and they did not dare to be presumptuous in front of this woman who was both a general and an imperial concubine, so they all stopped making noise.

Ma Yunlu led a group of Rouge warriors straight towards the gate, and everyone automatically opened a path for her.

Everyone looked at Ma Yunlu riding on the war horse and felt that she was beautiful, noble and heroic, and they could not help but feel ashamed of themselves.

Ma Yunlu came to the gate and turned down. The old housekeeper immediately came forward to pay homage: "Your Majesty."

Ma Yunlu smiled and said: "Uncle Zhao, there is no need to be polite. In front of you, I will not be any different from the past. You should just call me Miss Yunlu." The old housekeeper smiled honestly, nodded, and looked at Ma Yunlu.

Lu's eyes showed kindness.

Ma Yunlu turned to look at the guests who came to give gifts, smiled and said: "Since you are here, come in with me."

The old housekeeper on the side couldn't help showing a worried look. But he didn't say anything, because in his mind, since Ma Yunlu was here, she would naturally make the decision in everything.

Everyone was very happy when they heard Ma Yunlu's words, and they all worshiped: "Thank you, empress!"

Ma Yunlu's pretty face blushed slightly, as if she wasn't used to this title.

Ma Yunlu led a group of guests to the hall, where the guests and hosts took their seats. A maid served tea and then left.

Deng Shijie cupped his fists towards Ma Yunlu and said: "Empress, I am here because I am grateful for Empress Zhao's great contribution to the country and the people, so I specially brought some poria and ginseng to give to Empress Zhao to nourish her body..."

Others agreed, saying they just brought some nourishing food to express their feelings.

Ma Yunlu smiled and said: "If you don't accept your kindness, it will really ruin your good intentions. Just keep the things."

Everyone was overjoyed, but the old housekeeper was startled and could not help but whispered: "Miss Yunlu..."

Ma Yunlu raised his hand to stop the old housekeeper, gave him a reassuring look, and then stood up and said to everyone: "I will wait for my sister to accept the things and my thoughts! But we must not take them in vain, so we should

No matter how much you give, you must give it!”

He turned to the old butler and said: "Old butler, go to the accounting room to get the money." The old butler quickly agreed and ran down.

Everyone looked at each other, and Deng Shijie quickly said: "These gifts are just from my heart, how can I accept money?" Others quickly agreed.

Ma Yunlu smiled and said: "My sister must be very grateful for your kindness, and at the same time, I will accept your kindness. But you must also know my sister's character, and she will not accept these gifts in vain no matter what."

You can charge as much as you should. It will be regarded as a return gift, and we will accept it as you wish. If you refuse, wouldn't it mean that you are going against my sister's wishes? This would not be beautiful."

Everyone was speechless. Although the result was not exactly what they hoped for, since the gift they sent was accepted, they finally let the imperial concubine know their feelings, and the goal was basically achieved.

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Thinking of this, everyone felt that today's trip was not in vain.

After a while, the old housekeeper brought the money and paid everyone according to the value of the supplements they sent.

Everyone offered words of blessing and then left.

The old housekeeper saw off these guests and returned to the hall. When he saw Ma Yunlu, he said happily: "If Miss Yunlu hadn't come back, I really don't know what to do today."

Ma Yunlu smiled and said: "Sister is my eldest brother's beloved concubine. Her status in the palace is second only to the Queen and is similar to Dong Guifei. She is also a powerful governor in the world and has extremely high prestige.

Now that I am pregnant with my eldest brother's child, my status has skyrocketed. These people are sophisticated and sophisticated, so they flock to her, hoping to take advantage of this opportunity to win my sister's favor."

The old housekeeper nodded with deep sympathy, and then asked with concern: "Miss Yunlu, is the imperial concubine okay in the palace?"

Ma Yunlu said with a smile: "Don't worry, old housekeeper! Sister, she is very precious in the eyes of the elder brother!"

The old housekeeper chuckled, looking happy.

Ma Yunlu said: "I came here on my sister's order. My sister has already guessed that many people will come to give gifts, so she asked me to tell Uncle Zhao that you don't have to refuse all those who come to give gifts.

As long as they are sending medicinal materials and food, you can accept them, but you must pay according to the price. My sister said that if you refuse too much, it will not be a good thing."
Chapter completed!