"My servant has heard something. It seems that Fu Heng once wanted to marry the eldest sister as his wife, but was opposed by the late queen." Although he hesitated, Xia Qing finally called out "eldest sister", which made A Luo's eyes a little bit.
moist.
"Yes, the late Queen also took advantage of the opportunity in the palace to ruin A Luo's reputation, so that she and Fu Heng could not get together in the end. Now that Fu Heng's direct descendant Fujin has passed away, and the two have never forgotten each other, I
I intend to marry the two of them. Although the late empress is gone, A Luo's past and the relationship with this palace are very easy to be criticized. All the officials will definitely take the opportunity to object, unless A Luo can change his identity and marry Fu Heng."
Xia Qing was a person who knew everything at once, and said knowingly: "The other identity is that I am my concubine's eldest sister."
"Yes, if Aluo is the eldest sister of the fourth-ranking empress in the harem, then they will have no way to object; however, I also know that doing so will make it difficult for you, but I really hope that you can help them.
I promise you that if there is a chance in the future, I will help you become a concubine, or even a noble concubine; I will never violate this promise!" For Aluo's happiness in the rest of his life, Xia Yue made a heavy promise.
Xia Qing looked at Xianyue and Aluo, who was wiping tears secretly. She didn't speak for a long time. Xianyue said nervously: "How about it? Are you willing to make this deal with me?"
Facing her gaze, Xia Qing suddenly laughed, "It's really a blessing for my eldest sister that my queen is so kind to her." After these days of getting along, she already knew very well what kind of person Xianyue was, and she would never make false promises.
To deceive each other, that is to say, as long as she nods, then she, who was once a humble maid in Xinzheku, may become a noble concubine beneath one person and above ten thousand people. I don’t know how many people are looking for such an opportunity day and night.
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Xianyue said warmly: "She has been with me for so many years, and this is what she deserves."
Xia Qing motioned to the palace attendants to help her sit up a little, "I understand your Majesty's meaning very well, but I have forgotten something." In Xianyue's puzzled eyes, she said: "A'luo is not only your Majesty's palace servant, but also my concubine.
My eldest sister is my only relative besides my children, so even if the empress does not grant me any benefits, I will recognize her."
Xia Qing's words made Xianyue happy, and she quickly said: "So, you agree?"
Xia Qing nodded with a smile and said: "Being my eldest sister and being an adult is a good thing. I really can't think of a reason to refuse. Otherwise, the empress can help me think of one."
Xianyue scolded with a smile: "You talk!" Then, she said to A Luo: "How about it, don't worry now?"
"Yes." A Luo nodded while wiping his tears, walked to Xia Qing, bent down and said, "My slave, thank you, Sir Xia, for your kindness."
Xia Qing pretended to be unhappy and said: "At this time, you are still called Xia Guiren, but you don't want to recognize me as your sister?"
"No." A'luo waved his hands hastily, "Ever since I found out about my mother, I have recognized you in my heart. However, you are my master, so I don't dare to be presumptuous."
"Well, there are no outsiders here, so there is no need to worry. Besides, I have been waiting for this sister for a long time." Seeing Xia Qing say this, A Luo no longer refused and called out "sister" with tears in his eyes.
The matter was settled, but after coming out of Yihuaju, A Luo kept looking worried. Xianyue asked doubtfully: "What's wrong with you? Weren't you very happy just now?"
A Luo bit his lip lightly and said with a worried look on his face: "I am thinking that if the emperor really agrees to the marriage, I will no longer be able to serve my master. What will you do, master?"
Xianyue said in a funny voice: "Silly girl, you are not the only one around me. Qi Kuan and Zhichun have been with me for more than ten years and have always been loyal to me. What else do you have to worry about."
"Having said that, I can't let go, otherwise..." Before Aluo could continue, Xianyue said: "What I have decided will never be changed. If you
If you want me to be happy, don’t say anything like that again.”
A Luo couldn't help crying and said: "You treat me so well. If there is a next life, I will still serve you."
Xianyue wiped away the tears on her cheeks and said amusingly: "People always think that in their next life they can join a wealthy family and have no worries about food and clothing, but you want to continue to be a girl who waits for others. Do you think you are stupid?
When people hear this, they will laugh at you."
A Luo said nonchalantly: "I don't care if others laugh or not, as long as I think it should be fine, unless the master doesn't want the slave."
Xianyue pursed her lips and smiled: "If I say no, I'm afraid you will annoy me to death. I hope, I hope we will still have the fate of this life in the next life."
"There will definitely be." Faced with A Luo's words, Xianyue stopped talking and went all the way back to Yanxi Palace. After staying at night, Hongli came to Yanxi Palace. Xianyue saw that his eyebrows were not straight and said: "Today
Xia Guiren has just added an eleventh brother to the Emperor, why does the Emperor not look happy?"
Hongli pinched the bridge of his nose and said tiredly: "Of course I am happy that my child was born, but I just received a news in the afternoon. A month ago, the Chongming flood in Jiangsu Province drowned more than 12,000 people." After a moment,
He said sadly: "Thousands of families were destroyed overnight. What's worse, all their family members may be gone. When I think of this, I can't help but feel sad."
Xianyue held his hand and said: "Now that the matter has come to this, it is useless for the emperor to be sad. It is better to pass it on to the Chongming magistrate to resettle the people after the disaster, try to appease their pain, and send money to the Ministry of Household Affairs."
Hongli nodded and said: "I have already issued an edict on this matter, but I always feel that it is not enough."
Xianyue thought for a moment and said: "The emperor cares about the people of Li, which is really a blessing to the people. I have an idea, but I don't know if it is feasible."
Hongli cheered up and said, "Your Majesty, please come and listen."
"The issue of taxation is closely related to the people. If the emperor really wants to reduce the burden of the victims and give them a chance to get out of the pain, it is better to exempt them from taxes for half a year and let the people recuperate. Over the years, the emperor has worked hard to replenish the national treasury. I believe that the emperor will exempt them from taxes for half a year.
Taxation will not shake the foundation of the country."
Hongli nodded and said: "You are right, but since we want to exempt it, we will exempt the tax for next year so that the people can truly rest and recuperate."
Xianyue smiled and saluted: "Your Majesty has a kind heart, and I would like to express my gratitude to you on behalf of the people of Chongming."
Hongli helped her up and said, "As the king of a country, it is my duty to be considerate of the people." After saying this, Hongli felt better and said, "Have you seen Little Eleven?"