In the Chongyuan Palace, the state banquet was in full swing, with rituals and music flourishing, and singing and dancing going on endlessly. All the officials and ministers of the Han Dynasty were smiling and intoxicated. They were singing and dancing to bring peace, and there was a scene of a prosperous age.
However, when Emperor Liu, who was on the throne, saw the old and young, the powerful Han ministers inside and outside, facing the fawning and flattery of the whole palace, he couldn't help but have a doubt in his mind. Before the fall of Meng Shu, whether there was any conflict between the palaces. Is this the same scene? When thinking about this, Liu Chengyou, who was originally a little relaxed, suddenly became a little alert.
Subconsciously, he glanced at Meng Chang. At this state banquet, Meng Chang, who was awarded the title of Duke of Zhao, was naturally included in the banquet, and he was not far behind. He sat with Gao Baorong. The two descendants , there didn’t seem to be too many topics to talk about. Gao Baorong’s eyes were on the beauties dancing in the palace, and he exchanged cups with the Han ministers around him from time to time. He was very relaxed.
The same goes for Meng Chang, but his bloated face no longer shows the heroic demeanor of the past, and he has a forced smile. He is immersed in wine, but he does not dare to get drunk, lest he lose etiquette in the palace or say something inappropriate. What should be said.
The lively scene in the palace is easy to be touched by the scene. Therefore, for Meng Chang, the more wine he drinks, the more depressed he becomes, and the sorrow in his heart becomes deeper and deeper, but he cannot express it obviously. He can only hang it between his eyelids. Revealing a little hidden sadness.
Perhaps the penetrating power of the Han Emperor's gaze was too strong, or Meng Chang was too sensitive. He raised his eyes to face him and noticed Liu Chengyou's slightly "cold" gaze. All his emotions immediately turned into fear. He quickly stood up and held the Go to the wine glass and congratulate him respectfully.
Noticing Meng Chang's performance, Liu Chengyou's expression returned to his natural state, his eyes were clear, and a hint of drunkenness reappeared. With a warm smile on his lips, he said to Meng Chang: "I heard that Mr. Zhao is good at wine and drinks frequently at home. He is not drunk or happy. .For the royal banquet tonight, I ordered that all the best wine stored in the palace be brought out, so you have to enjoy it!"
"Yes!" After hearing this, Meng Chang bowed and drank the wine in one gulp.
Liu Chengyou, on the other hand, tapped the wine glass with his lips and took a sip. It was not that he was disrespectful, but that he had to be reserved. There were too many cups going around at this banquet, and he had a good capacity for drinking, but he couldn't stand the crowd.
Meng Chang turned around, sat down again, and returned to his previous state. He was slumped. For some reason, he still seemed unable to adapt to the atmosphere in the palace. He raised his eyelids slightly, and scanned the scene in the palace with his peripheral vision. He saw where the concubines and married women were gathered. On the left side of the hall, it was equally lively, with birds and birds, and strong fragrance. Through a symbolic curtain, two familiar figures could be seen.
As well-known members of the harem, the second concubine Xu and Li are certainly qualified to sit in the harem, but they also seem a little out of place and secretly sad. After all, they are labeled as "not favored". Since they officially entered the palace, they have not been Received the emperor's blessing.
"Look, my dear, how lively this scene is!" Da Fu personally served the Empress Dowager Li with the dignity of a queen.
Mrs. Li was very quiet, but she was inevitably affected by the atmosphere. A good atmosphere also brought a good mood. Especially when she saw a group of dragons, grandsons and dragon girls walking around the table and playing around the pillars, she felt even more joyful. With an unnaturally kind smile, for the old queen mother, having a family full of children and grandchildren may be the most gratifying thing.
"Da Fu, you are feeling better now. You should pay more attention to her on weekdays!" Mrs. Li had always been very satisfied with Queen Fu as her daughter-in-law. Thinking of her illness before, she still couldn't help but express concern.
"Thank you for your concern, I will pay attention to it!" Da Fu smiled politely.
"Empress, saint, I would like to propose a toast to you!" As the mother-in-law and daughter-in-law were talking, a soft voice sounded, but it was Princess Wei.
Liu Chengyou, the sister-in-law, has been a widow for 11 years since the death of the former King of Wei Liu Chengxun. She has always been law-abiding and has a good reputation. Just like her husband's impression on others, he is humble, loyal and docile.
After having a small drink, Mrs. Li looked at her eldest daughter-in-law, who was as virtuous and obedient as before, and couldn't help but feel pity in her heart, and said: "My eldest brother passed away early, and I have suffered so much for you for so many years!"
However, Concubine Wei shook her head and looked at Empress Fu, her face filled with deep gratitude: "On weekdays, I owe you the concern of the empress and the saint, and I deeply appreciate it!"
Dafu naturally sighed in his heart, of course he knew where the Wei Taifei was grateful, and the King of Wei was the link between the two.
While they were talking, a child of three or four years old suddenly ran up to him. It was Liu Min, the sixth son of the emperor who had adopted King Wei. Looking at the three of them, Liu Min was stunned, with a look of bewilderment on his ignorant little face. .
The lovely expression made the third woman smile, and her beautiful eyes were full of compassion. She waved to him, took him into her arms, and asked gently: "Liu Lang, what's the matter with you?"
It has been more than a year since Liu Min left the palace and entered the Wei Palace. Although he was not aware of it, he knew that he had two mothers and was often brought into the palace by the Wei Princess.
He still felt attached to Da Fu, but at this time he struggled to get rid of Da Fu's embrace, took two steps back, curled his calves coyly, and said: "I want to pee..."
His eyes were bitter, and he was obviously holding back a lot of pain. Seeing his expression, the three women couldn't help but feel happy, and even the slight depression in Da Fu's heart dissipated a lot.
"Sister-in-law, I'll do it!" Da Fu said as Tai Fei Wei planned to take Liu Min to solve the three emergencies.
Hearing this, Concubine Wei said: "Your Majesty, you are a saint..."
Da Fu smiled gently: "Sister-in-law, please don't take offense!"
Concubine Wei was a docile woman, so she immediately responded: "You are serious!"
With so many sons, why did Liu Chengyou insist on passing his legitimate son to his elder brother? The main reason was to highlight the "deep brotherhood". Of course, in his heart, he did not value the difference between legitimate sons and concubines. However, even so, after Liu Min left the palace, Later, I felt some regret in my heart, but I didn't know it.
In the circle of noble ladies, everyone seemed to be enjoying themselves and chatting happily. Liu Chengyou, on his side, was also in high spirits, joking with Gao Huaide, who had returned to Beijing early.
"Hidden for use, the battle of pacifying Shu, the merits of hard work are great. The high mountains and dangerous peaks in Sichuan and Shu are difficult to walk! I will take this cup as a small reward for half a year of conquest!" Liu Chengyou smiled and picked up the cup. Obviously, he still values this uncle very highly.
"It is my long-cherished wish to fight for the country and achieve great achievements. Your Majesty and your ministers have the opportunity to perform it. If you are not happy enough, how can you dare to talk about the hardships. Furthermore, if you talk about the hard work of pacifying Shu and putting an end to the rebellion, it must be attributed to the soldiers of the army. ...." Gao Huaide responded.
"Su Zhizang has an open temperament, knows soldiers and loves traveling, it's true!" Liu Chengyou smiled, clinked a glass with him, and took a sip.
"Sanlang, come, your uncle has returned from the journey. Let's toast him!" The four elder princes, all dressed in formal attire, were serving the king.
Although he is young, the wine glasses placed on the table are all for decoration. For example, at this moment, under Liu Chengyou's instructions, Liu Xi stepped forward with a smile and said solemnly: "Uncle, I propose a toast to you!"
When Gao Huaide saw this, he laughed, took the wine filled by the waiter, and said boldly: "Here, let's do it!"
"I want to congratulate you with my third brother!" At this time, Liu Fang stood up and joined in the fun.
Liu Fang's face was flushed and his body was swaying a little. He had obviously drunk some wine. Liu Chengyou glared at him: "How much wine have you secretly eaten?"
Then he asked again: "Tell me, why do you want to toast?"
Liu Fang raised his neck and said loudly: "Linqing Duke is both an elder and a general of the country. He has returned with meritorious service. I should show my respect!"
Regarding Liu Fang's answer, Liu Chengyou was obviously very happy and said: "Then just express your feelings!"
"yes!"
Seeing this scene, Liu Xu and Liu Yang couldn't continue to sit, and came up with small cups to show respect. Gao Huaide drank it in one gulp, and the four princes followed suit, which seemed heroic, but they drank too much. It's so fierce that I can't help but choke...
"Dalang, Erlang!" Liu Chengyou suddenly called Liu Xu and Liu Yang again.
"Yes!" Erzi came closer.
Pointing to the main hall, Liu Chengyou chuckled and said: "All the princes here are the meritorious officials of our dynasty. The prosperity of the country is due to their hard work. You two, please pay my respects to the ministers on my behalf!"
Hearing Liu Chengyou's instructions, the second son was stunned. Facing Liu Chengyou's slightly encouraging eyes, he immediately followed the order. Liu Chengyou did not forget to remind: "It's as long as you feel like it, no need to drink more!"
"yes!"
"You two, stop drinking and have something to eat!" Liu Chengyou looked at Liu Xi and Liu Fang again, focusing on Liu Fang who was a little dizzy: "Especially you!"
"Your Majesty's affection for licking the calf is truly touching!" Gao Huaide, who was standing by, couldn't help but say.
"My children are young and don't know how to control themselves. If I drink too much and get sick, their mother won't be able to let me go!" Liu Chengyou raised his hand.
Soon, the figures of the two princes toasting almost attracted everyone's attention. Many ministers, with some unspeakable meaning in their eyes, wandered between the two young figures.
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