This is a battle of words, a battlefield where the light of swords and shadows cannot be seen!
Ye Qinglan smiled slightly: "Reporting to the Empress, the people's daughter guessed that the Queen's mother was curious about the people's girls, so she specially summoned the people's girls to the palace."
...She is indeed a smart girl! Such an answer is both clever and witty. It not only implies that she knows her intentions, but she cannot find any fault with her!
Empress Gu hated stupid and cowardly women the most in her life, and she admired smart girls like Ye Qinglan. After hearing this answer, she slightly raised the corners of her lips: "She is indeed a smart girl. You are right, I am
The palace is indeed very curious about you, so I summoned you to the palace today."
Ye Qinglan responded respectfully: "Thank you very much for your grace, the Queen. I hope that the daughter of the people will not disappoint the Queen."
Queen Gu smiled calmly. Of course, you can't tell a person's temperament from just a few words. What kind of Ye Qinglan is this, you have to observe carefully before you can draw a conclusion.
The daughter-in-law who was standing aside was secretly admiring her. Having served Queen Gu closely for many years, no one knew Queen Gu’s temper better than she did. If Queen Gu behaved very kindly, it would not necessarily be a good thing. The more picky she is, the more she will be picky.
It means that this person has caught the eye of Queen Gu. So what follows must be all kinds of verbal temptations.
As expected, Empress Gu started to speak again: "I heard that you and Sister Yu are good friends. Sister Yu has been withdrawn and withdrawn since she was a child, and she never wants to meet strangers. But she always looks at you differently.
What's the reason for this?" There was clearly some doubt in his light words.
Ye Qinglan felt a shiver in her heart, but she responded fluently: "Maybe it's because cousin Xiyu is destined to be a commoner girl, so we hit it off right away."
Queen Gu raised her eyebrows with a half-smile, her eyes were deep, and her expression was very similar to Gu Xinian's: "Oh? Is it really that simple? Why did you and her hit it off at first sight?"
Ye Qinglan boldly raised her eyes and glanced at Queen Gu: "Minnu has thought about this problem several times. Perhaps it is because Minnu is sincerely good to cousin Xiyu, so she will sincerely accept Minnu. If she wanted to change to someone else,
Of course, you can only exchange it with your own sincerity!"
What a wonderful answer! The concubine-in-law secretly praised her in her heart.
Empress Gu pressed her harder and harder: "Is there really no other reason for you to approach Sister Yu?" Or is it an excuse to get close to Gu Xiyu, and the real target is Gu Xinian?
As soon as these words came out, the atmosphere suddenly became subtle and tense. This subtle change can only be experienced by Ye Qinglan who was in it.
After all the foreshadowing, this is actually what Empress Gu really wants to ask. She has always been aloof and accustomed to judging other people's behavior based on utilitarianism. Therefore, Empress Gu definitely does not believe that Ye Qinglan is close to Gu Xiyu and just wants to be with Gu Xiyu.
Jade makes friends!
Ye Qinglan responded calmly: "Actually, the civilian girl did have some selfish motives for approaching cousin Xiyu at that time."
A sarcastic smile flashed in Queen Gu's eyes, but before the smile dissipated, she heard Ye Qinglan continue speaking steadily: "Cousin Xiyu is gentle and kind-hearted, but because of timidity, she dare not
Being close to the crowd. Over time, she has gained a reputation as a solitary person. The Min girl felt sorry for her from the bottom of her heart, so she tried every means to get close to cousin Xiyu. She hoped that she could understand her more and make her more lively and cheerful. This is Min girl.
This little selfishness of a woman made the Queen laugh."
Queen Gu was speechless.
If it weren't for the wrong timing and occasion, the wife-in-law would have wanted to cheer for Ye Qinglan. This answer was so emotional and impeccable that no one could find anything wrong with it.
Queen Gu can't do it either. Even if she has doubts in her heart, she can't keep asking questions! Therefore, Queen Gu pondered for a moment and said: "It's rare that you have such a heart. This palace is very touched. I heard that you
I have lived in Duke Dingguo's mansion for many days. Not only do I have a sister-in-law relationship with Yu'er, but I also get along well with Xinian. I don't know if that's true or not?"
... Such insinuations naturally did not bother Ye Qinglan. She smiled calmly and said, "Reporting to the Queen, it is indeed true."
Anyway, both of them knew it well, so there was no need to hide some things to avoid making Queen Gu feel contemptuous.
Empress Gu did not expect that she would have such courage to admit to her face that she had been in love with Gu Xi for a long time. The questioning she had planned to do was no longer necessary, and she didn't know how to continue.
The side hall became quiet again.
Empress Gu looked at Ye Qinglan intently. This time, her eyes were less careless and disapproving, and more cautious. She and Gu Xinian had already made a private agreement. As long as the plan was successful and the third prince could be stabilized, she would
I will personally marry him and Ye Qinglan.
It was natural that Ye Qinglan could make Gu Xinian fall in love with the proud and arrogant person. Therefore, Queen Gu was mentally prepared before summoning her. But at this moment, she realized that she still underestimated Ye Qinglan.
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This Ye Qinglan has an outstanding appearance, is smart, quick to respond, and is bold and careful. Apart from her low status, she is outstanding in every aspect. She is barely worthy of Gu Xinian...
A series of thoughts flashed through Queen Gu's mind, but her tone became increasingly cold: "A woman who has not yet been engaged has been closely associated with a man. If this matter is spread, have you thought about the consequences?"
Only the concubine-in-law was waiting in the side hall, and all the palace maids had been expelled long ago. Queen Gu didn't have much scruples in speaking, and even seemed a bit aggressive.
After being in the Sixth Palace, Queen Gu's aura was really not concealed. She had kept it quiet before, but now it was all released, and the temperature in the side hall suddenly dropped a few degrees.
Under such pressure, Ye Qinglan did not show any fear, and still responded respectfully: "The daughter of the people and Cousin Gu have always been in love and polite, and have never exceeded the rules. Even if someone deliberately stirs up trouble and spreads rumors.
, a daughter of the common people has no regrets." This is the standard way of lying without blushing.
The two of them had often hugged, kissed and touched each other in private, but now they looked innocent and upright. Apart from Gu Xinian, the only person in the world who could do this was Ye Qinglan.
Queen Gu was also frightened, and her face softened a lot: "Since it's just a matter of courtesy, I can rest assured."
As for matters such as engagement, they are still well aware of each other, but no one will break this layer.
Ye Qinglan secretly breathed a sigh of relief. It seemed that she had successfully passed the first challenge today. She just didn't know what Queen Gu had to do...
Queen Gu's voice rang out: "I have long heard that you are a smart girl. When I saw you today, it turned out to be true. I like you very much. Come and watch."
After giving the order, two palace maids came in holding two brocade boxes.
The two palace maids placed the brocade box on the table, and then opened the box. In an instant, there was a great brilliance, and the entire side hall lit up.
The two brocade boxes were actually filled with jewelry, each of which was expensive and exquisite. There were precious gem bracelets of all kinds, crystal clear jade bracelets, and exquisite hairpins, all neatly arranged together for people to see.
Dazzled.
Ye Qinglan now has some discernment. After taking a quick look, she knew that the jewelry in these two brocade boxes were rare treasures. It is not easy to get one on ordinary days, but now there are so many of them together, even if she is determined
No matter how good a woman is, she will inevitably meet Xun Xinxi.
It is a woman's nature to like jewelry. Ye Qinglan was not that arrogant, so she couldn't help but take a second look. But she secretly wondered if Queen Gu really wanted to reward her with so many jewelry!
Sure enough, Queen Gu said slowly: "You can choose any two of these jewelry pieces, and they will be regarded as rewards from this palace."
...So, is this level actually a test of her eyesight and character?
Ye Qinglan thanked her respectfully: "Thank you, Queen, for the reward."
This level seems simple, but in fact it is by no means easy. First, you need to have extraordinary eyesight to see which jewelry is more expensive and which are less valuable. Secondly, you need to have extraordinary concentration to be able to distinguish among a bunch of people.
Among the dazzling array of expensive jewelry, I chose a slightly inferior one. It not only flattered Queen Gu's face, but also prevented Queen Gu from really spending any money.
When it comes to understanding and grasping people's hearts, Ye Qinglan claims to be second, and no one dares to say that she is first. In just a short moment, she has seen through Queen Gu's intentions and quickly figured out a countermeasure.
Next, it’s naturally time to put on a show.
Ye Qinglan didn't dare to be careless. After looking at it carefully, she came up with an idea. First she chose a pair of beautifully crafted agate earrings, and then she picked a hairpin inlaid with bright gems. Both jewelry were of excellent workmanship.
However, compared to other jewelry, it is obviously slightly inferior.
Of course, this so-called inferiority is also relative. In fact, the pair of agate earrings are as small as water droplets and as red as rouge, exquisite and compact. The hairpin inlaid with several colored gemstones is radiant, very eye-catching and beautiful. It is most suitable.
Weared by girls.
After Ye Qinglan made the selection, she thanked her again: "Thank you, Queen Mother, for your generous gift. The daughter of the people has already been selected."
Queen Gu's eyes flashed slightly and she said with a smile: "Put it on now!"
Looking at the queen's expression, it was obvious that she had passed this test safely. Ye Qinglan smiled and responded. The daughter-in-law came over with a smile and put on Ye Qinglan's hairpin and earrings.
Exquisite jewelry will naturally add luster to a person. After Ye Qinglan put on the hairpin and earrings, she looked even more radiant and dazzling.
The concubine-in-law secretly praised her heart. She was indeed a rare beauty. Compared with the elegant, beautiful and graceful Concubine Shen, she was no less generous.
At this moment, a palace maid came in and reported: "The Queen, His Royal Highness the Prince and Gu Shilang are here and waiting outside the palace." (To be continued. If you like this work, you are welcome to vote for recommendation, monthly vote, your
