The sixth princess's fingers are long and strong, clean and warm.
Xie Mingxi's hands were cold, and her palms were covered in cold sweat.
When the Sixth Princess looked at Xie Mingxi, who still looked calm and composed, her heart seemed to be suddenly clenched, and huge pain swept over her unexpectedly.
With Xie Mingxi's intelligence and keenness, he must have noticed it...but he pretended to know nothing and smiled respectfully at the lustful Emperor Jianwen.
Damn the supremacy of imperial power!
Fuck the supremacy of imperial power!
Whoever dares to covet Xie Mingxi, I will not spare him!
"Mingxi," the sixth princess called out softly, saying nothing more and just continued to hold Xie Mingxi's hand silently and hard.
Mingxi, don’t be afraid, I will definitely protect you!
As long as I'm here, no one can humiliate or bully you!
All the unspoken words were quietly revealed from those beautiful and deep eyes.
Xie Mingxi and the Sixth Princess looked at each other, speechless for a long time.
You can't talk casually. This is the Jiaofang Palace, and there are maids waiting on the side.
No need to speak.
Because at this moment, she could clearly see the pain and anger she felt in the eyes of the sixth princess.
It turns out that in the most painful and angry time, someone is willing to protect you at all costs. This is what it feels like. It is like a warm charcoal stove appearing in the ice and snow. Holding it in your arms can drive away all the severe cold.
Xie Mingxi raised her lips at the Sixth Princess and smiled silently.
Xie Mingxi held the sixth princess's hand with her backhand.
The fierce emotions of the Sixth Princess also calmed down a little.
Fortunately, Xie Mingxi is fashionable and young, and still has a few years to make things happen.
…
Soon, cakes and tea were delivered.
The sixth princess, who was said to be "hungry", was actually very full in the morning. Now she had to pretend to pick up the pastries and put them in her mouth. When the palace ladies were not paying attention, she gave Xie Mingxi a bitter look.
Xie Mingxi felt both funny and warm when she saw it.
The Sixth Princess pretended to be hungry just to take her away from the suffocating main hall. Now she had to force pastries into her mouth... It was all a show, and that was all.
Xie Mingxi also picked up a piece of sweet pastry and ate it with the Sixth Princess.
It seemed like she had returned to the time a few months ago. After practicing martial arts every night, the Sixth Princess would send her back home. The two of them would eat cakes and chat together on the carriage, enjoying themselves leisurely.
The huge shadow coveted by the emperor still hangs over his head, lingering.
However, Xie Mingxi had completely calmed down and began to think about countermeasures.
Fortunately, she was still young. Even if Emperor Jianwen had such thoughts, he would still have to wait until she reached the age of hairpin. Calculating this, she still had four years...
In the previous life, Emperor Jianwen died in the 17th year of Jianwen. As long as she found a way to delay it for two years, the problem would be solved.
In an instant, Xie Mingxi had already thought of several ways to "delay time."
The simplest thing is to get sick.
It is not unusual for a delicate girl to have a serious illness and rest for two or three years. She will "recover" after Emperor Jianwen returns to the west.
After making up her mind, Xie Mingxi felt much relieved and quickly finished all the pastries on the plate.
The sixth princess secretly breathed a sigh of relief and winked at Xie Mingxi.
Finally finished eating!
Xie Mingxi pursed her lips, smiled softly, and asked softly: "Are we still going back to the main hall?"
The Sixth Princess responded in a low voice: "No need. Just stay here and wait for the palace banquet."
After staying in the palace for a long time, you will know how boring it is. You can't move around or talk wantonly. Even if you want to laugh, you have to think carefully before laughing. Although there are many delicacies at the palace banquet, not many people actually use chopsticks.
indivual.
It would be more fun to sit opposite each other here and whisper.
…
Half an hour later, the palace maid Zhi Lan came over with a smile: "The Queen has ordered people to prepare the banquet. Her Royal Highness the Sixth Princess and Miss Xie San are invited to attend the banquet together."
Queen Yu is in charge of the middle palace, and the maids in charge around her are also very dignified in the palace.
The sixth princess didn't take it lightly. She nodded and stood up.
Xie Mingxi stood up together.
Zhilan led the way, and soon they arrived at the banquet place.
Palace banquets are often held in the Jiaofang Hall, and naturally there is a hall specifically for banquets. This hall is wider than the main hall, enough to accommodate dozens of tables.
According to the custom of palace banquets at this time, two people were seated at one table. There were two rows of small tables on the left and right, leaving the middle of the hall empty.
The palace maids dressed in pink palace uniforms filed in, serving delicacies with smiles. The musicians played the flute, played the piano, or struck the chimes, and the sound of silk and bamboo was extremely pleasant to the ears.
Dancers in gorgeous dance costumes entered gracefully and danced seductively.
The girls who entered the palace for the first time had never experienced such a battle at home. No matter how calm and self-controlled they were, they couldn't help it at this time and quietly gathered together to whisper.
"The leading dancer is so beautiful. When she dances, she is like a weak willow supporting the wind, and her figure is enchanting."
"Isn't that right? Our eyes have been opened today."
"Actually, when my father and brother hold banquets in the mansion, there will be singing and dancing to add to the fun. It's a pity that I never have the chance to take a look."
"The dancers in the mansion are not as good as the dancers in the palace. Don't feel regretful. Entering the palace today is enough for you and me to boast for several years."
…
Amidst the sound of silk and bamboo, the snickers and whispers of the little girls were not noticeable.
At this time, the concubines who had been holding back for a long time also gathered together and began to whisper.
"The Lotus Pond Academy is indeed extraordinary. The ladies who entered the palace today are all talented and beautiful." The elegant-looking Concubine Shu chuckled softly.
Concubine Mei, who was sitting at the same table, subconsciously glanced at the Sixth Princess.
The sixth princess insisted on sitting with her classmates and at the same table as Xie Mingxi.
Concubine Mei met Xie Mingxi for the first time today, and her first impression of her was quite good. Even though she was from a lower background, the world-famous Gu Shanchang was her teacher, which makes sense...
Concubine Shu obviously misunderstood Concubine Mei's meaning. She followed Concubine Mei's gaze and said with a low smile: "Miss Xie San is indeed outstanding. It's a pity that her background is slightly lower. Otherwise, she would be worthy of being the third prince's concubine.
"
Concubine Shu really thinks too much!
She is looking at her future daughter-in-law...
Concubine Mei decisively changed the subject: "In my opinion, Miss Li Er is quite good."
Li Xiangru is certainly good.
She was born beautiful, talented and learned well, and was good at playing the piano. She was also the granddaughter of the second assistant, Mr. Li Ge.
However, Li Xiangru and Empress Dowager Li were of the same clan, and Concubine Shu, who relied on Empress Yu, could not choose Li Xiangru as her daughter-in-law.
Sure enough, Concubine Shu did not answer the question and said with a smile: "The Emperor and the Queen have their own discretion, so I won't worry about it."
Concubine Li, who was sitting at the other table, became more satisfied with Li Xiangru as she looked at her.
Although Xie Mingxi is somewhat more talented and beautiful, her family background is far inferior to that of Li Xiangru. A mere concubine of a fourth-grade official is not worthy of being a prince or concubine.
By marrying Li Xiangru, I was able to win over Mr. Li Ge in court, and showed my favor to Queen Mother Li in the palace. It was indeed a good marriage! (To be continued)
