That was the night when Xuan Ling rested at Yan Guiren's place. The dew was white tonight, and the air was dry in the autumn. Lingxi coughed twice in the night, and his mother was so busy that she cooked rock sugar snow pears. The side hall where Lingxi and Yu Han lived
The interior is extremely fancy, and children's gadgets are easily accessible. The small silver hangings in the hall are rolling with hot steam, and the refreshing smell of snow pear and the sweet fragrance of rock sugar mix together to fill the room, giving it a unique and warm atmosphere.
Lingxi was very quiet. I blew cold pear juice from spoonfuls to her and fed her to drink. Huanbi smiled and carefully wiped the juice from the corner of her mouth. She just flashed her big eyes and smiled sweetly.
Lingxi is indeed a well-behaved child, I thought comfortingly.
A cool breeze blew in, and Hua Yi pushed the door open and came in, saying: "My Lady, I heard that Mr. Mu led Yang Shunyi and Yan Cairen to the Jingchun Palace to make a big fuss, and severely humiliated Concubine An."
I gently blew the pear juice in the silver spoon and said slowly: "What a bunch of stupid people! Why are they making trouble here?"
"It was said that Concubine An was unlucky, so Mu Guiren went to Tongming Palace to buy a lot of talisman papers and put them all over the Changyang Palace. They said it was to ward off evil spirits. He also burned a lot of yellow paper and sprinkled talisman water on it, creating a mess.
Hua Yi was quite worried, "Concubine An Gui is still the head of the first palace after all. Concubine Mu is too disrespectful. Do you want me to go and see you?"
"What are you looking at?" I put the silver spoon heavily into the bowl, "The emperor said she was unlucky. Even though Mu Guiren went too far, he did things according to orders, so it's nothing." I asked Hua Yi, "Tell the outside world that I fell asleep.
No one is coming."
Huanbi sneered, not without pleasure, "What a noble man, please give us a sigh of relief."
The next day, the Queen asked about this matter in front of everyone, and Mu Guiren said: "How dare I be disrespectful to Concubine An Gui? I got some talisman water to drive away evil spirits for Concubine An Gui, and also for the peace and tranquility of the Sixth Palace.
"
So the queen said nothing more. When Mu Guiren saw that the queen didn't ask questions, he felt even more satisfied, and he became even more contemptuous of An Lingrong.
After half a month like this, the west wind blows, and the weather gradually becomes colder. There is a heater in the Rouyi Hall, and the earth dragons are all burning. The red charcoal in the charcoal basin occasionally makes a soft "beeping" sound, adding a few more
Silky warmth.
In the bedroom, there is a nine-branch plum blossom sandalwood fragrant concubine couch spread under the window. On both sides of the couch, there are a pair of small plum blossom-style lacquered tables with hot wine and snacks, and several incense books baked in the warm cellar under the wall.
Camellia, the crimson petals are as plump as velvet, and when smoked by the heating, they reveal a faint and subtle fragrance.
At this moment, the west wind was blowing outside, and the sound of the wind was like a roaring giant beast running and darting in Ziao City. I lay on the couch, turned my head and raised the Liuxia flower lamp with white spots and red spots, and smiled at the person in front of me: "
Please Shiro, drink this cup to the full."
He drank it all in one gulp, and his homely sea-green satin shirt with dark patterns made his eyes look a little flushed with drunkenness. "If the wine is not intoxicating, everyone will get drunk. I am already drunk."
But there were only sapphire hairpins with pearls on my bun, and a few green silk hairs scattered under my earlobes. In the bright place, my beautiful pear makeup was bright red and my eyebrows were full of spring. I spat, and my snow-white toes lightly kicked the ground.
The enamel-tangled spit bowl said, "Silang is so rude." He laughed again, "The emperor just put Han'er to sleep himself, do you want to wake him up again? It's outrageous!"
The pink halo brocade ribbon and lotus root silk dress was half-stripped on my arm, and the soft and moist pen tip moved smoothly on the exposed shoulder blades. He was full of interest and drew the graceful grace of Begonia sleeping in spring on my shoulder. The full brushstrokes made the skin slightly tingle.
It was itchy, and I couldn't help but chuckle. He held me down and said gently: "Don't move, it's almost gone." I was also a bit drunk, and looked lazy. Looking back, I saw a few spots on my body.
The bright red color is like full coral pearls, which makes the skin look more like the snow gathering under the moon. Unconsciously, I sing softly: "How can the sky be so beautiful in a good time, who can enjoy the pleasure..."
The look of intoxication in his eyes became even stronger, "It's rare to hear you sing a line."
The pink cloudy dress with beads and gauze was hanging down from the couch quietly, with a romantic posture reflected in the flowing clouds. I said softly: "With An's sister Zhuyu in front of me, Huanhuan is too shy to speak."
He was startled, "Her voice is broken."
I pulled up my loose hair and said, "Sister An is so pitiful that the Emperor doesn't even come to see her."
He said "Hmm" and said casually: "Don't mention her being a disappointment at this time." He leaned down and kissed me softly, like the light wings of a butterfly flying up to my shoulders, "How could such a bright and colorful spring be given to a broken wall?"
Ruins…”
The candle-red tent is warm and gentle like flowing water.
It was already midnight when I woke up. The nine giant candles in the palace were burning close to the purple and gold Langyun candlestick. The candlelight had a misty red color. Only the bright moon beads on the top of the treasure shed a soft white light like the moon. The fragrant light in the pear tent was
The sweetness filled the air like a fine mist. When I woke up, I felt dazed for a moment, as if I was not in the human world. It wasn't until I met Xuan Ling's slightly condensed eyes that I immediately became alert and asked, "Why is Shiro awake?"
A strand of black hair was wrapped softly around his fingertips, "I want to watch Begonia sleeping in spring, and I would rather not fall asleep."
I leaned closer to him and said, "Huan Huan would rather sleep next to Shiro for such a long time than to wake up."
He smiled softly and pulled me into his arms, "Speaking of which, I have something to tell you." He paused, "I plan to join Chi Shao's position."
Chi Shao had just been selected as an attendant not long ago, and now he is being promoted to a higher rank, which shows that he is a holy favorite. I heard Yan Yi mention it, and I wasn't too surprised, so I smiled and said, "The emperor should discuss these matters with the queen."
Xuan Ling said: "The Queen will not object..."
I interrupted him with a bright smile, "Is it possible that the emperor is suspicious that his concubine is jealous?"
He smiled and stretched out his hand to tuck me a lotus and perilla woven gold brocade quilt, "You are the concubine Shu, and you are the assistant in charge of the Sixth Palace. Naturally, I have to tell you. If you don't want to, I don't care if you don't register me."
I glanced at him sideways and said, "What do you think of this concubine? If she serves well, she should be promoted to the imperial title. The emperor only needs to teach her the rules, and don't rely on favors and become arrogant.
It’s better to follow in my wife’s footsteps.”
He smiled and said, "Although Chi Shao was born as a servant, she does have some temperament. I just have to teach her well."
"It doesn't matter if the person in the Emperor's heart is angry. But now he is also a mistress. If he is too angry and treats others lightly, it will not only hurt the harmony between the concubines but also the servants. He will not be a little master.
look like.”
He pondered slightly, "That's true. I once talked to Yan Yi about giving her the status of a wife, but Yan Yi didn't say anything. Later, when I saw Chi Shao serving me, she was also attentive and considerate, and I thought of giving her the status of a talented person.
But now that I can't afford to lift her up, let me be my wife first." He bowed his head with his hands, "It doesn't matter what auspicious words are. Red peony loves peony, so just find another name for peony as a title." He thought with his fingers.
, "Shaoyao is also known as Jiangli, Jiaoke, Yurong, Luweichun. I think Luchun and Yurong are good ones. What do you think?"
"It's full of spring beauty and abundant. It's all very good. It's up to the emperor to decide."
Xuan Ling yawned and said casually: "Yu Rong, her surname is Rong, so let's call her Mrs. Yu Rong."
I put on my clothes and stood up, poured a cup of tea from the table, and was about to turn around and hand it to Xuan Ling, but I saw that he had already stood up, put on a coat and stood barefoot behind me, hugged me from behind, lowered his head and kissed me
The side face of the woman said apologetically: "Huan Huan, there is something... I am a little embarrassed."
I said with a smile: "Silang can tell me. Although Huanhuan may not be able to relieve Silang's worries, she is very willing to listen."
He thought for a moment and said, "I'll take your two sisters into the palace to accompany you. Are you okay?"
"Thank you, Shiro. The sisters are very accustomed to living in the palace. With their company, I feel much more at ease." The black hair hangs softly on the shoulders. The tea poured into the cup has a clear blue color, which can be seen
The reflection of Qingme and him as a couple, "I heard from my sister that my parents will also come to Beijing to stay for a long time. I wonder if they have already set off? Since I entered the palace, I have not seen my parents for many years. Sometimes I really envy Hu Zhaoyi and Jin Kangweng
The Lord can often come to the palace to visit and gather together as a family."
He put his hand on my arm and said in a deep voice, "It's your parents... I'm afraid they won't be able to enter Beijing soon."
My heart sank, and I gave a low "hmm" in a skeptical tone. He said: "Qi's brother Guan Xi and Guan Lu strongly opposed it, and Xiang's father and brother also disapproved. They remonstrated that your father was originally from far away.
If the relegated criminal official enters the palace because of your honor and favor, I am afraid that the whole world will criticize me for being nepotistic and being unjust because of favor."
When King Runan was pacified, the families of the four new nobles established by Xuan Ling were all new nobles in the court. Today, the Luo family of Rui concubine's mother's family has long been in ruins, and the Li family of the remaining three Zhongfu concubines has gradually declined.
The Ni family of Xiang concubine's mother's family and the Guan family of Qi concubine's mother's family were quite powerful.
With a slight shake of my hand, the waves of water in the lamp shattered the image of me and him as a couple. I forced a smile and said, "The emperor cares about their advice?"
He reached out and stroked my hanging hair, "It's not because of the advice, but because I care about you. When you returned to the palace, the ministers already had a lot of criticism. If there is another incident, it will not only damage your reputation." His eyes were far-reaching.
, like stars shining in the dark night, "Moreover, Yu Haner's future will also be unfavorable."
I vaguely understood the deep meaning of his words, and I was filled with emotions, "Yu Han is still young, and there is still Yu Pei."
He nodded and put a little more force on his hands, "Yes, he is still young. I am not old yet. I can cultivate my young son well, and I can't be like Yuli anymore."
I calmed down and said, "It is good that the emperor wants to cultivate children, but the previous dynasty must also be stable, and the changes in the past between King Runan and the Murong family should not happen again." I turned to look at him, "Actually, the emperor may not not know that the ministers back then
There are unfounded suspicions about my concubine’s family. The emperor is thinking about Yuhan’s future and cannot let his wife be a culprit forever. Can the emperor consider re-investigating what happened back then?”
Xuan Ling's tightly closed lips had a sharp arc. I looked at him carefully and saw that the fine wrinkles at the corners of his eyes spread to his lips, and there were sharp and clear lip lines. The candle flame made a soft sound, and his voice
It was so light, "Qi Concubine made no big mistake in the palace, and the Guan family has no time to investigate. Rushing to look into the events of the past will only make the government unstable."
So, can I only let my father and brother bear this unjust injustice forever? I wanted to ask fiercely, but when the words came to my lips, they became the calmest words, saying to him and myself, "
I, my concubine, can wait."
The next day, Xuan Ling sent an order to the Sixth Palace to enthrone Chi Shao as the seventh-ranking lady Yu Rong. The concubines were supposed to go to congratulate Yi according to the ceremony, but Chi Shao was from a humble background, and most of the concubines in the palace were from aristocratic families.
I am willing to go and flatter you. It has been raining and snowing for several days, and the ground is wet and it is difficult to walk, so I just used this excuse to stay. And because of the cold weather, both Concubine Duan and the Queen Mother suffered from old illnesses, and Concubine Zhengui fell ill.
When Concubine Mu slipped and fell when she went out and was injured, the Queen ordered them to avoid spending the next few days in the morning and dusk, and to take shelter from the cold in the palace.
It's inconvenient to go out, it's cold and damp outside, and it's boring for everyone to stay in the palace all day long. The month in Meizhuang is getting older, and in order to protect the fetus, I can't even go out or walk through the second door, so I just stay in the palace all day.
Accompanying Lingxi and Yuhan, having fun with children.
That afternoon, I just had lunch. The clouds were hanging low outside, and it was dark and threatening to rain. Within half an hour, snowdrops began to fall, and the thin raindrops made a soft rustle on the glazed tiles. I heard it for a long time,
The lingering ground seems to be able to take away all the strength of a person. The jade curtain hangs low, and the white smoke of Baihe incense flows out from behind the brocade curtain, like a soft gauze, and as graceful as catkins, permeating the palace.
.I was getting sleepy, holding the enamel hand burner in my arms and staring at the fragrance.
I don’t know how long it took, but the incense in the incense burner of the entangled peonies and green leaves seemed to have burned out. A flash of green appeared in front of my eyes, and I saw Huan Bihuan walking in, rubbing her hands and exhaling: "This damn weather, again
It’s cold and wet, and people feel uncomfortable to death.”
Huanbi is my maid in marriage. She is naturally the most distinguished among the girls in Rouyi Palace. In Jin Xi’s words, she is “most of the masters.”
The embroidered Ruyi brocade pattern is slightly darker green, and is finely embroidered with silver romaine beads. A goose-yellow embroidered ribbon is tied around the waist, and a gold-colored embroidered silk skirt with a green five-color brocade plate is worn under it. A piece of jasper rattan flower is used to hold the skirt. The hair is tied with
The comb is loosely tied with emerald green into a tasseled bun, decorated with a pearl tendril hairpin and several burnt blue inlaid gold flower mother-of-pearl hairpins.
She took a long brocade dress with rose, purple and peony patterns and put it on my shoulders, and said softly: "Miss, since you are sleepy, why don't you go to bed and lie down."
I rubbed my slightly sore eyes, beat my shoulders and said, "I feel sore even if I lie down every day, so I just sit down."
Huanbi's face was full of spring breeze, and she could not suppress her complacency, "It's cold and boring for us, but it's lively outside."
I picked my nails and smiled lowly: "What's interesting, please tell me."
"Some people can't stand the cold weather and loneliness, so they go to Jingchun Hall to make trouble."
I smiled boredly, "Who else could it be? It's just Mu Guiren and the others."
"What the lady is saying is." Huanbi leaned next to me, "The charcoal supply in Jingchun Palace was insufficient, so Mr. Mu asked someone to carry a basketful of wet charcoal to Jingchun Palace, euphemistically saying that it was for An's family to light a fire to keep warm. Then
The wet charcoal was soaked with moisture. Even though the fire was lit, the whole palace was filled with black smoke, which could kill An Lingrong." Huanbi said vividly, wearing a pair of red emerald bead earrings on her ears.
If you want to fly.
I smiled scornfully, "Mu Guiren used to be a badass, so how come he has resorted to all kinds of tricks now?"
Huanbi said happily: "Evil people will be punished by evil people. Those methods were originally used by Concubine Hua to humiliate Concubine Jing, but now it's not bad that they are using the same tricks again!"
"Then An Lingrong didn't say a word, so she was allowed to go?"
Huanbi frowned slightly and said in disgust: "The Baojuan beside her was very clever, so she immediately slipped out and returned to the queen. The queen then sent a cutter to reprimand them, and then they dispersed."
"Isn't this boring?"
Bright regret and sadness flashed in Huanbi's eyes, and she said through gritted teeth: "Jinxi was responsible for controlling the maids. He said that the maids serving Changyang Palace were not careful and could not protect the master. She also punished Mu Guiren's maids, accusing them of instigating them.
The young master—Zuo was just using the Queen as an excuse. More importantly, Jinxi recognized Song Chi, the guard guarding Changyang Palace, as that day—" She choked up in her words, "Liu Zhu will
It was because he hit his knife that he died so tragically."
I clenched my fists tightly, and the closed pain in my heart suddenly tore open in my chest. Bleeding red, flowing red, she has suffered so much with me, and every time I go to Tangli Palace, I feel like she is still as beautiful as a flower.
At this age, he is dressed in brilliant scarlet clothes and smiles like pearls.
After a long while, I said coldly: "Are you dead?"
Huanbi sneered, "Jinxi blamed them for not protecting their master well enough for dereliction of duty, and sent them to the prison room." Huanbi couldn't help the hatred and joy in her eyes, "Miss, I have been to the prison room, Jin Xi must have
I told you to serve Song Zhan well."
I nodded silently, "I told him not to live or to die." I thought about it, "If Baojuan hadn't reported the news to the queen, would An Lingrong have allowed Mr. Mu to be arrogant and not resist?"
Huanbi pondered: "Well...it's true that she didn't say a word and just watched." She thought about it, "Maybe she couldn't resist." Huanbi raised her long eyebrows lightly on her temples, "She is an ominous person.
, leaving her alive in the palace is already a mercy, if she can't bear the humiliation, what else can she do!"
I shook my head slightly and simply said: "Tell Jin Xi to pay close attention to the movements in Jingchun Hall."