Yin Xiaoxiao clearly saw the coldness in Xie Mingxi's eyes, and couldn't help but sigh secretly in her heart.
Zhao Changqing relied on his shrewdness, and his actions were not very smart at all. He had already angered the emperor and the empress. Xie Mingxi took this opportunity to deal with Zhao Changqing.
Zhao Changqing better wish for more blessings!
After a while, Zhao Changqing stepped in with a smile.
Zhao Changqing is also nearly forty years old, and he has a lot of thoughts. In the past two years, there are a few wrinkles on his forehead and at the corners of his eyes, showing a sign of vicissitudes of life.
But Xie Mingxi and Yin Xiaoxiao are like women in their twenties, one is beautiful, the other is pretty, the other is smiling, and the other is dashing.
Even though Zhao Changqing didn't have any desire to compare beauty, he also felt a little uncomfortable.
However, Zhao Changqing was always very good at appearance. He smiled affectionately and stepped forward: "When I heard that the fifth younger brother and sister had entered the palace, I immediately came over shamelessly. I haven't seen you in these few days, and I really miss them."
As he spoke, he stretched out his hand to hold Yin Xiaoxiao's hand, and asked after her, with a caring look: "The fifth brother and sister suddenly left the palace and returned to the Prince of Fujian's Mansion. Are you still used to living there?"
Yin Xiaoxiao resisted the urge to withdraw her hand and smiled casually: "There's nothing I'm not used to."
Zhao Changqing immediately answered the question with a smile: "Isn't it? After all, it is my own mansion. Even after many years, I have gotten used to it after living here for a few days. In my opinion, the five younger siblings look much better."
Then, he said with some sadness: "Speaking of which, I haven't been back to Prince Lu's Mansion for more than ten years."
The hints in words should be as strong as possible.
However, Yin Xiaoxiao did not follow her words. She pulled back her hand and said with a smile: "I entered the palace to send an invitation. The second sister-in-law came just in time. I will invite the second sister-in-law to drink Anzhai wine together."
The invitations were all prepared and were soon thrust into Zhao Changqing's hands.
Zhao Changqing gritted his teeth secretly but was not discouraged. He turned to look at Xie Mingxi and said, "Both the Queen and the Emperor will go! At that time, I will go out of the palace with you. I can also take a look when I pass by Prince Lu's Mansion."
This can be said as pitifully and pitifully as possible.
Xie Mingxi glanced at Zhao Changqing and said with a smile: "Second sister-in-law misses Prince Lu's house so much..."
Zhao Changqing's eyes suddenly lit up, full of hope. Then he heard Xie Mingxi continue to speak slowly: "When the time comes, I will order the carriage to drive slower and let the second sister-in-law take a few more looks."
Zhao Changqing: "..."
Not to mention the wonderful expression on Zhao Changqing's face.
Yin Xiaoxiao almost laughed out loud.
Xie Mingxi's words were as cunning and mean as ever.
…
Zhao Changqing was not waiting for anyone. He was so choked that he almost couldn't breathe, but he still managed to smile: "The Queen loves to joke. In fact, the Queen is the most kind-hearted, and everyone inside and outside the palace knows this."
"We widowed sisters-in-law have lived in the palace all these years, and the queen has put in a lot of trouble. Brother Ji and the others owe their existence to the care of the emperor and the queen."
Zhao Changqing looked sincerely grateful. Thinking about the things she had done, it made people feel sick.
Yin Xiaoxiao rolled her eyes secretly in her heart.
Xie Mingxi smiled faintly: "Second sister-in-law didn't tell me, but I still don't know. It turns out that second sister-in-law is such a person who values love and justice."
Zhao Changqing was just thinking about how to mention the matter of leaving the palace again when he heard Xie Mingxi say again: "Sister Fu is getting married soon, Brother Lin and Brother Ting are getting married next year, and the third sister-in-law and the fifth sister-in-law are busy with their children's marriage, I'm afraid
I don’t have time to go to the palace all the time. Fortunately, the second sister-in-law’s children are all married now, so she has the most free time, so she can stay in the palace to accompany me.”
Zhao Changqing: "..."
What does Xie Mingxi mean by this?
Are you planning to let her leave the palace?
Zhao Changqing was suddenly startled, and did not dare to show the anger and anxiety in his heart. He smiled and said: "Of course I am willing to stay in the palace to accompany the queen. However, seeing that the third and fifth siblings have left the palace to live with their children.
I was so envious in my heart that I had no choice but to shamelessly come and beg the queen."
After saying that, he bowed his head and said, "I beg the Queen for your grace and allow me to return to Prince Lu's Mansion."
There was no use in beating around the bush, nor in explicit hints. Zhao Changqing had no choice but to use his last resort, to make his words clear.
Xiao Yuhan and Yin Xiaoxiao have both left the palace and returned home. There is no reason to leave her alone in the palace!
The scene you least wanted to see has finally arrived!
Yin Xiaoxiao felt so stuck and bored, she subconsciously raised her head and looked at Xie Mingxi.
Xie Mingxi seemed to have expected this scene, and was not at all flustered. There was a trace of sarcasm in her eyes, and she said lightly: "Isn't this a good idea? What the second sister-in-law wants, she says it clearly, why bother going around in circles every day? You don't
It’s too tiring, and I feel extremely tired.”
There was a burning sensation behind Zhao Changqing's ears. However, it was a critical moment at this moment. He didn't care about his face and continued to bow and plead: "It was my fault in the past. I am a person who is naturally worried and thoughtful, and I dare not speak out..."
Xie Mingxi interrupted Zhao Changqing calmly: "Then why do you dare to speak out now? Is it because the fifth sister-in-law left the palace to force me to nod?"
Zhao Changqing's heart sank, how could he dare to admit: "It's nothing, Queen, please don't misunderstand me. I never meant this!"
There was a coldness in Xie Mingxi's voice: "Since you don't mean to force me to nod, why can't the second sister-in-law not be able to salute? It seems that I shouldn't do it today, and the second sister-in-law doesn't plan to get up?"
Zhao Changqing was in such a state of embarrassment that he could neither stand nor salute. He looked at Yin Xiaoxiao for help.
Yin Xiaoxiao has the most outspoken and impulsive temperament, and the softest heart. Seeing this, she can no longer hold back, and her face is full of embarrassment.
Xie Mingxi is just the opposite. She usually smiles and smiles, but in fact she is cold-hearted and has a heartless attitude. However, there are very few times when she becomes upset. There are only a few people who have seen it with their own eyes.
If this happens, won't Zhao Changqing be in trouble?
"Fifth sister-in-law, you don't have to plead for the second sister-in-law." Xie Mingxi opened her mouth first and took Yin Xiaoxiao out: "This is a matter between me and the second sister-in-law."
Yin Xiaoxiao breathed a sigh of relief, not very kindly: "That's fine, I just won't say anything."
Zhao Changqing gritted his silver teeth and knelt down: "I said and acted inappropriately, and the queen is dissatisfied. She only blames and holds me accountable, but I have no complaints in my heart."
"I have nothing else to ask for. I just want to leave the palace and return to Prince Lu's Mansion to reunite with my children and grandchildren. I beg the queen to agree!"
Xie Mingxi looked over with a half-smile but not a smile: "It seems that I have to respond today. Otherwise, if the second sister-in-law kneels down to beg like this, if word gets out, I, the queen, will definitely have the reputation of insulting the eldest sister-in-law."
Zhao Changqing was so disgraceful that he even lost the courage to raise his head and look back. He still said: "I beg the Queen to give me your approval."
Zhao Changqing knelt down and begged.
Xie Mingxi looked coldly and said nothing.
Yin Xiaoxiao was caught in the middle, feeling a little embarrassed but also happy.
This Zhao Changqing should be dealt with properly.
