jdhmnovel Chapter 178: Suppressing the Rongdi
Chapter 178: Suppressing the Rongdi
Because of Ye Xiaoxiao's new product experience launch conference, Su Jinge has become famous in Beijing.
In just a few days, not only the noble ladies in the capital, but even the common people knew about Su Jinge.
The streets and alleys of the capital were all talking about Su Jinge's new products, especially the exquisite clothes and amazing lip balms and rouge.
After dinner, people would always talk about the dazzling merchandise in Su Jinge.
"I heard that Su Jinge's clothes are so finely embroidered that they look like they were embroidered by fairies descending from the earth."
"That's right. And the lip balm, when applied on the lips, they look like delicate petals."
Su Jinge was bustling with customers coming in a constant stream from morning to night.
Liu Yunniang and Ye Xiaoxiao were very busy, but their hearts were full of joy.
"Mother, look at the customer flow. It's more than we expected."
While helping customers choose products, Ye Xiaoxiao excitedly spoke to Liu Yunniang.
Liu Yunniang smiled and nodded.
"Yes, Xiaoxiao. But this also means that we have to be more diligent and ensure the quality of our products and services so as not to disappoint our customers."
In the past few days, Ye Xiaoxiao discovered something.
The maid Chunxi seems careless on weekdays, but she has really good aesthetic taste.
No matter what the customer's appearance or skin color is, Chunxi can always quickly pick out the appropriate skin care products, and even the lip balm and rouge can be matched just right.
Ye Xiaoxiao thought that Chunxi might be the kind of person who was born with a keen sense of makeup matching, just like what modern people call a very talented makeup artist.
After being busy for several days in a row, Ye Xiaoxiao finally breathed a sigh of relief after finally processing all the customers' orders.
With Chunxi around, subsequent orders can also be handled in an orderly manner.
On this day, the mother and daughter slept in for a rare time and did not get up until noon.
However, just after breakfast, the butler came to the main courtyard in a hurry to report.
"Madam, Miss, someone is coming from the palace."
The mother and daughter were both shocked when they heard this. Liu Yunniang looked at the housekeeper with a puzzled look on her face and asked,
"Do you know what this is about?"
The butler shook his head.
"Madam, the eunuch who came didn't say anything, he just said there is an imperial decree from His Majesty, summoning you and the young lady to the palace."
Ye Xiaoxiao frowned slightly, thinking quickly about various possibilities in her mind.
Liu Yunniang calmed herself down and said,
"Xiaoxiao, don't panic. Let's get ready quickly and don't let the people in the palace wait too long."
Ye Xiaoxiao nodded, and the two hurried back to their room to tidy up their appearance.
Soon, the mother and daughter were dressed and hurried to the front yard to receive the order.
"Madam Liu, Miss, please follow me into the palace!"
Eunuch Li was quite polite to the two of them.
"Thank you, father-in-law!"
Liu Yunniang signaled to the housekeeper to hand over a silver note, and Eunuch Li did not refuse and accepted it with a smile.
The mother and daughter followed Eunuch Li, who delivered the imperial edict, into the carriage to the palace.
Along the way, Ye Xiaoxiao felt very nervous. She asked Liu Yunniang softly,
"Mother, do you think His Majesty has summoned us to the palace? Could something have happened?"
Liu Yunniang patted her hand gently and said soothingly, "Don't worry."
Having said that, Liu Yunniang was thinking over and over in her heart, could it be that His Majesty suddenly summoned her because of Xiaoxiao's painting a few days ago?
Or is it related to Su Jinge’s recent events?
The carriage soon arrived at the gate of the palace.
Under the guidance of Eunuch Li, Liu Yunniang and Ye Xiaoxiao passed through the palace gates and arrived outside the Hall of Mental Cultivation.
After Eunuch Li went in to pass the message, he came out and personally led them in.
Entering the Yangxin Palace, the mother and daughter knelt down respectfully to greet each other.
"See your majesty, long live your majesty."
Emperor Jingxuan sat on the dragon throne, looking at them, his expression much more relaxed than when he met with court officials in the past, and said,
"Be flat."
After they stood up, Emperor Jingxuan spoke slowly,
"Give me a seat."
"Thank you, Your Majesty."
The mother and daughter said in unison, sitting down carefully.
Emperor Jingxuan smiled slightly and said in a gentle tone,
"Is this Madam's daughter? She looks smart and clever. Your name is Xiaoxiao?"
Ye Xiaoxiao was slightly surprised and quickly responded,
"Your Majesty, I am Xiaoxiao."
Emperor Jingxuan nodded slightly, and seeing that the two were a little reserved, he continued,
"I summoned you to the palace today for no other reason. It's just that a few days ago, General Xiao sent me some paintings drawn by Xiaoxiao. I heard that they were drawn by Xiaoxiao?"
Liu Yunniang was shocked, it turned out to be because of this.
Seeing His Majesty looking at her, Ye Xiaoxiao quickly replied,
"Your Majesty, it was indeed painted by Xiaoxiao, but it was just a dream scene, I am afraid it has polluted your Majesty's holy eyes."
Emperor Jingxuan waved his hand.
"Don't be afraid. I am not such a strict person. General Xiao has discussed the scene in the painting with me in detail. It can be regarded as a warning to me in advance. Maybe it is really God's blessing on Wei that let us know the opportunity in advance. I should thank you. However, I summoned you here today just to confirm one thing with Xiaoxiao. Is Xiaoxiao curious about the northwest? Or, is Xiaoxiao afraid of the northwest?"
When Ye Xiaoxiao and Liu Yunniang heard this, they felt relieved. So this is what was going on.
But then, they began to doubt.
What exactly does your majesty mean by this? But there is no time to think about it now.
Ye Xiaoxiao asked respectfully,
"Xiaoxiao is not afraid. The northwest is also the territory of our Great Wei. Your Majesty is wise and the world is peaceful. What is there to be afraid of?"
"Haha, you kid!"
Emperor Jingxuan was amused by Ye Xiaoxiao's words.
"If you say so, I will take it seriously. I will be honest with Madam Liu. I am really worried about what Xiaoxiao dreamed of. I am sure you have also heard about Murong Jin's affairs."
Naturally, Liu Yunniang did not dare to agree casually, for fear of offending the emperor by accident.
Emperor Jingxuan did not seem to expect a response from the two and continued,
"The situation in the northwest is about to change. General Xiao will leave Beijing soon. I'm afraid he won't be able to return in the short term."
After Emperor Jingxuan finished speaking, he paused for a moment, looked at Liu Yunniang's slightly worried expression, and continued,
"The war between Wei and Rongdi is imminent. The firearms that Madam has presented will surely play a significant role. I would like to thank Madam on behalf of the people of Northwest China."
Liu Yunniang quickly stood up and bowed respectfully,
"Your Majesty, you are too kind. As a citizen of the Great Wei, it is my honor to share your worries and help the people. I only hope that General Xiao can return safely from his trip to the northwest and put an end to the war as soon as possible."
Emperor Jingxuan nodded slightly.
"I also hope that the war can be settled as soon as possible, but the Rongdi have always been cunning, and this time they are coming with great force, so they should not be underestimated. I wonder if Madam has any thoughts or suggestions on this war?"
Liu Yunniang frowned slightly. Is your Majesty serious?
"Your Majesty, I am a woman and I know nothing about marching and fighting. It is difficult for me to have any ideas or suggestions. I just hope that our Great Wei will soon defeat the Rong and Di tribes and unify the world."