The fourth prince opened his mouth, and Concubine Li suddenly had a smile in her eyes: "Put aside all this, just look at appearance to learn. Li Xiangru is also an outstanding person, so I don't think I'm insulting you."
"I will take advantage of this spring hunting to intercede with your father and ask for your marriage to Li Xiangru."
The fourth prince didn't have much joy on his face and nodded in agreement.
Concubine Li only thought that the fourth prince was ignorant of the relationship between men and women, so she smiled and joked: "Look at your forced and embarrassed look. When you marry your wife, you will know how good she is."
Look at the second prince, he used to be like a lump of wood, but after his wedding, he became enlightened. He is no longer dull, and he doesn't know how considerate he is towards Mrs. Zhao.
The fourth prince looked cold all day long, with no smile on his face.
Concubine Li also hopes that the fourth prince will "enlighten" as soon as possible.
"Your father has summoned several famous gentlemen to accompany him this time." Concubine Li said meaningfully, "Your classmate and friend Lu Chi and Li Mo are also among them."
When he mentioned his friend, the fourth prince's expression softened: "Well, Sheng Xuan was also asked to accompany him."
After more than two years, Emperor Jianwen's anger finally subsided. During this spring hunt, Sheng Xuan was also named to accompany him.
Concubine Li changed the topic and suddenly mentioned the Sixth Princess: "Speaking of which, the Sixth Princess is not too young."
The meaning is implicit, if there is something pointed out.
The fourth prince obviously heard the meaning of Concubine Li's words, and the corners of his mouth curled up slightly.
yes!
It's useless no matter how smart or skilled you are. In two years, you will be of marriageable age. Once you are married, you have to stay in the inner house and live your life comfortably. Just like Princess Changping, although she had some influence on Emperor Jianwen, it was limited to
Little things.
Princess Changping could not intervene in the real affairs of the court.
Then, Concubine Li's next sentence sounded: "If you marry Li Xiangru, Li Mo will no longer be the consort. Maybe your father will fall in love with Lu Chi."
…
The fourth prince's smile froze and he blurted out: "Absolutely impossible!"
Lu Chi becomes the consort?
How can this work!
Li Fei smiled casually and said, "Why are you so nervous? I was just joking."
"I heard that Li Mo often chases after the sixth princess. However, if the Li family wants to marry the royal family, they can only have one of them. Once the princess is married, it is impossible to have a consort."
"Among the remaining young men, Lu Chi is the one with the best talent, appearance and character. It would not be surprising if the emperor is interested in him."
The fourth prince's eyes flashed with anger, and he said firmly: "Concubine, don't mess around with the relationship. Zi Yu already has a sweetheart."
If they want to get married and have a wife... he would rather Lu Chi marry Lin Weiwei than Lu Chi become the consort and marry that abominable and hateful Sheng Anping!
Seeing that the fourth prince looked unhappy, Concubine Li said no more.
After dinner, the fourth prince left Jingrong Palace.
The majestic palace looked particularly solemn in the sunset.
The fourth prince stopped and stared ahead in silence, a chill flashing in his eyes. After a moment, he started walking again.
…
The Jiaofang Hall was extremely lively at this time.
In the evening, Concubine Shu led the third prince into the Jiaofang Hall with a smile.
Concubine Shu was Empress Yu's cousin, a full ten years younger than Empress Yu. When Empress Yu got married, Concubine Shu was only a child of a few years old, and there was no deep affection.
Concubine Shu was chosen to enter the palace because her surname was Yu.
Concubine Shu was also a smart person. From the day she entered the palace, she relied on Empress Yu in everything. She made preparations every morning and dusk, and it was never too late. The third prince was older, so he brought her into the Jiaofang Palace every day.
It is no different than raising him in front of Queen Yu.
The human heart is made of flesh.
Even if you have a cat or dog in front of you, you still have feelings for it after having it for more than ten years. Let alone a handsome, gentle and lovable young man?
Empress Yu had no good impressions of all the concubines. The third prince was already the most favored and favored one.
After Princess Changping got married, Jiaofang Palace became increasingly deserted. The third prince came every day, and Queen Yu knew that the third prince wanted to please her, and she felt relieved.
After dinner, the third prince chatted with Queen Yu, while Concubine Shu sat aside with a smile.
After a while, Concubine Shu took the initiative and said, "Ah Che, I have to get up early tomorrow. You should go back and rest early." She did not move.
Obviously he wanted to distract the third prince and talk to Queen Yu alone.
The third prince understood the situation and agreed with a smile, then stood up and left.
What would the mother-in-law say to the mother-in-law?
Will he mention his marriage?
The third prince subconsciously recalled the short conversation before arriving today.
Before coming, Concubine Shu suddenly smiled and asked: "Ah Che, this spring hunting, there are six ladies from famous families accompanying you. Do you have a girl you like?"
A bright and hearty smile flashed in the third prince's mind, his heartbeat accelerated involuntarily, and he responded calmly: "It's up to the concubine to make the decision."
The smile in Concubine Shu's eyes grew brighter, and she said pointedly: "Don't worry, I will definitely seek a good marriage for you."
Therefore, the mother-in-law must have guessed his thoughts and will ask Yin Xiaoxiao to marry him!
The third prince's heart was slightly excited and his steps were light and graceful.
…
"Queen, I am staying here because I have something to ask of you."
Concubine Shu's soft and elegant voice sounded.
Empress Yu had already guessed Concubine Shu's intention, and asked with a faint smile: "Is it for the third prince's marriage?"
Concubine Shu smiled slightly and said, "Exactly. There are six students from Lotus Pond Academy accompanying the Queen this time. The Queen is their wife and is very familiar with their character."
"I beg you, my empress, to choose a beautiful, elegant, and dignified lady as your royal concubine for A'che."
The six girls are all talented and beautiful.
What is worth pondering is the four words elegance and dignity...
Queen Yu's thoughts were so sharp. After thinking about it for a while, she realized: "It turns out that you have fallen in love with Xiao Shangshu's granddaughter."
Concubine Shu smiled and said, "I dare not hide it from your Majesty. At the Shangyuan Lantern Festival in the palace two years ago, A Che and Miss Xiao Er came back together and seemed to be quite fond of her."
Xiao Yuhan was the legitimate daughter of the Xiao family, and her grandfather was the Minister of the Ministry of Household Affairs at that time. The Ministry of Household Affairs was in charge of taxation, money, and grain in Daqi. Xiao Shangshu's slips were in the heart of the emperor and highly valued by Emperor Jianwen.
In terms of family background, Xiao Yuhan is indeed qualified to be the prince's concubine.
Since the third prince likes Xiao Yuhan, this marriage is suitable.
Empress Yu smiled lightly and said: "I have written down what you said. When the emperor asks about it in the future, I will intercede for him."
As long as Queen Yu nods, the marriage will be more than half done.
A stone fell from Concubine Shu's heart, and she stood up with a happy face to thank her: "Thank you, empress!"
…
After burning the incense, Concubine Shu returned to Jingxiang Palace.
The third prince did not go back to the palace to rest, but was still waiting eagerly.
Concubine Shu knew clearly what the third prince was waiting for, but she refused to tell him directly and rambled on for a long time.
The third prince finally couldn't help it anymore: "Concubine, has the queen agreed?"
Concubine Shu smiled and rolled her eyes at the third prince: "How can such an important matter as choosing a prince's concubine be so simple? The queen nodded, but whether it can be done or not depends on your father's wishes."
This was enough to make the third prince happy: "Thank you, concubine."
