jdhmnovel Chapter 606 Where did the ugly thing come from?
Chapter 606 Where did the ugly thing come from?
The spring breeze blew across the earth, and the trees in the palace sprouted tender buds, adding greenery to the majestic palace.
As the morning light began to break, palace servants were busy inside and outside the Baohe Hall.
Baoque checked every place over and over again, giving instructions tirelessly.
"Today is the 100th day banquet for the Eleventh Prince and Princess Lingxi. You all should be careful."
The people below responded one after another.
"Yes, Sister Baoque."
At the beginning of the afternoon, guests attending the Hundred Days Banquet arrived one after another, and the last to appear were the Emperor and An Lingrong.
She had wanted to arrive at Baohe Hall early like the other concubines, but Xiao Xia Zi came over an hour ago to tell her that the emperor wanted to discuss something with her.
An Lingrong drank a pot of tea and ate two plates of snacks in the Yangxin Palace. The emperor, who was busy dealing with memorials, didn't say a word.
Many guests were waiting in Baohedian, so it was impossible for her to ask on the way.
As soon as the two sat down, the hundred-day banquet began.
The banquet was presided over by a ceremony officer and everything went on in an orderly manner.
An Lingrong noticed that Zhen Yurao had been kept by Madam Zhen's side, and the corners of her mouth rose slightly.
This saved her a lot of trouble.
An Lingrong looked down with a smile, unaware that the emperor's gaze was following her from behind.
The singing and dancing in the hall continued. The emperor picked up the wine glass and drank several cups by himself. He couldn't help feeling annoyed.
After scheduling Hongyang and Lingxi's hundred-day banquet at Baohe Hall, he was correcting Hongzhan's homework when he remembered that the deposed empress had denied the three children's hundred-day banquet on the grounds of frugality.
He originally thought that the Imperial Concubine would throw a tantrum and complain a few words, but she was smiling all the time, and even asked Concubine Hua and Concubine Jing to help, wanting to organize the hundred-day banquet of Concubine Zhen's child to perfection.
The emperor should be happy that the imperial concubine who is in charge of the harem is gentle and generous.
But for some reason, when he thought about how the Imperial Noble Consort had never been jealous or competitive over the years, he felt a vague indescribable feeling in his heart.
After the emperor drank a glass of strong liquor, he felt very stuffy in the palace.
He stood up abruptly.
"I have something to do, so I'll go ahead. Please do as you please."
"Your Highness is here to see you off!"
An Lingrong saw a slender figure following the emperor out of Baohe Hall and nodded slightly to Xiao Linzi.
The emperor stood at the side door and rubbed his forehead. "Su Peisheng, the noisy banquet in the palace is giving me a headache. Come with me to the Imperial Garden for a walk."
Su Peisheng knew that his master liked quietness, so he made a suggestion in a low voice.
"Yes, Your Majesty. I heard that the peach blossoms near Wanchun Pavilion are in full bloom. Why don't you go sit there for a while?"
"Okay, let's go to Wanchun Pavilion."
The emperor raised his legs first and walked forward.
Zhen Yurao came out later and muttered "Wanchun Pavilion" in his mouth. He was delighted because this pavilion was closer from the East Six Palaces.
She could also go back and freshen up.
As expected, even God was helping her.
Zhen Yurao returned to the main hall as if nothing had happened. Not long after, her hand shook and the fruit wine in the cup accidentally spilled onto her clothes. The dark fruit wine was very conspicuous on the sky-blue clothes.
She gently tugged at Mrs. Zhen's sleeve and whispered nervously.
"Mother, my daughter's clothes were accidentally stained with wine. I feel very uncomfortable. I want to go back and change clothes?"
"This...how can you be so careless."
Madam Zhen looked around in embarrassment. The masters of the harem usually prepared an extra set of clothes when they came to attend the banquet. Even if she borrowed them shamelessly, her little daughter could not wear them.
Bai Zhi, who had noticed Zhen Yurao's little movements, bent down and whispered a reminder to Zhen Huan in her ear when she was in trouble.
"Master, the second young lady's clothes are stained with wine, and she seems to be very uncomfortable."
Zhen Huan glanced sideways at her sister who was talking to her mother, and whispered an order.
"Take Yu Rao back to the palace to change clothes. Come back as soon as possible and don't miss the time."
My sister hasn't had the chance to talk to the young talent she likes yet, and she doesn't know when she'll have the chance to talk to him again.
If we take advantage of the Hundred Days Banquet to strike up a conversation in the palace, it will be easier for us to interact outside the palace in the future.
"Yes, slave, I'll do it now."
Bai Zhi responded respectfully, walked quietly to Zhen Yurao's side, and conveyed her master's intention.
Zhen Yurao didn't say a word after leaving Baohedian until she stepped onto the long street, then she breathed a sigh of relief.
"Baizhi, this is my first time attending a palace banquet. I didn't expect there would be so many people."
"Fortunately, I didn't follow my eldest sister when she showed the prince and princess to others."
"Second Miss, there are many banquets in the palace. You will get used to it after attending a few times."
Baizhi helped the person walk forward and said with a smile.
"Your Majesty is deeply favored by the Emperor. The prince and princess' first birthday banquet may be held in Baohe Hall next year. Given the love the Master has for you, I'm sure he will invite you back to the palace."
"Okay, I'll have to trouble Bai Zhi to pick me up then."
After Zhen Yurao entered the palace, apart from her elder sister, the person she had the most contact with was Bai Zhi, and her way of dealing with people really won her heart.
I wonder if she can ask her elder sister for the person if she is lucky enough to enter the palace in the future.
As the two were walking, a beautiful palace maid came forward to greet them.
"This servant pays respects to Miss Zhen Er!"
"Hello, Sister Baizhi."
Zhen Yurao glanced at the other person curiously and said, "Hurry up and get up."
How did this person recognize her?
After walking for a while, Bai Zhi explained lightly.
"Second Miss, the palace maid just now went to Zhongcui Palace to pay her respects to the Empress, and she must have seen you by chance."
"There are countless servants serving in the palace. You don't need to take this person to heart."
"You're right. My eldest sister is always considerate and she arranges everything."
Zhen Yurao's eyes darkened. Bai Zhi didn't tell the truth.
She clearly overheard her elder sister asking her to find some good-looking palace maids to go to Zhongcui Palace to help her serve the emperor.
Why would the eldest sister rather go far away and look for a palace maid of low status instead of recommending herself?
Is it because I don't trust myself, or...
Zhen Yurao held Bai Zhi's hand tightly and questioned in a deep voice.
"Baizhi, there's no one else around here on this long street. Tell me honestly, is there something wrong with my eldest sister?"
"Second Miss, the Queen is fine, but every time the Emperor stays overnight, she..."
When Bai Zhi said this, she quickly covered her mouth.
This aroused Zhen Yurao's curiosity even more. "Bai Zhi, why do you stop talking halfway? What happened to my eldest sister?"
Bai Zhi fell to her knees with a thud.
"Second Miss, I apologize for my words. Please pretend you didn't hear anything."
Zhen Yurao helped Bai Zhi, who had kowtowed several times, up and comforted her softly.
"Baizhi, don't worry, I didn't hear anything."
When she was in Ningguta, she disguised herself as a boy and often rolled around with men. She had heard all kinds of nonsense from them.
It was because Concubine Chun of Changchun Palace was unable to serve the emperor that she sent her personal maid up.
She took the initiative to share her elder sister's worries, and her mother couldn't say anything.
After Zhen Yurao got the information she wanted, she hurried back.
"Second Miss, the master has ordered the embroidery room to make you some new spring dresses. Please choose one from among them."
Zhen Yurao asked without turning her head.
"Are there any imperial-colored clothes among the ones prepared by Eldest Sister?"
"In spring, flowers are in full bloom. I want to wear something fresh and tender, so as not to disappoint my elder sister's kindness."
Those who are close to her know that the Empress is interested in finding a match for the Second Young Lady.
The maid who followed in smiled and replied, "Second Miss, I once hung out the clothes for the Majesty, and I remember there was a palace dress in the box that she wore many years ago. It's perfect for her now. I'll go get it for you right away."
When Zhen Huan asked to leave the palace, she took nothing with her except Chang Xiangsi.
Su Peisheng knew that the emperor was reluctant to part with Zhen Huan, so he secretly decided to keep the clothes she had worn.
As soon as Zhen Huan returns to the palace, these things will be returned to their original owners.
Su Peisheng, who was deeply offended by Cui Jinxi, returned the old things with the intention of disgusting her.
Before Bai Zhi could stop her, the sharp-eyed Zhen Yurao called out to her.
"My eldest sister has always loved me so much that she would never be stingy with a precious palace dress."
"Baizhi, please find the pink pearl flowers in the box. I need them to match my clothes."
"Yes, slave, I'll do it now."
When everything was packed and they were about to go out, Zhen Yurao suddenly covered her stomach and cried out in pain.
"Baizhi, I might have drunk some cold wind. My stomach hurts badly. Please tell my elder sister that I can rest in the palace for a while. If I feel better, I will go to the Hall of Supreme Harmony to find her."
"Second Miss, you are feeling unwell. Do you need me to send someone to call the imperial physician to see you?"
Bai Zhi deliberately raised her voice so that the palace servants walking outside the hall could hear clearly.
"Baizhi, there's no need to call a doctor. This might just be a minor illness for a girl. I'll just take a rest."
Zhen Yurao was afraid that Bai Zhi would do something bad, so she urged her on.
"Eldest sister can't leave anyone alone, go over and help."
Cui Jinxi was the only one guarding Baohe Hall for the time being, and she might be too busy to handle it, so Bai Zhi had no choice but to leave with a worried look on her face.
Before leaving, she asked the remaining palace maid to look after the second young lady, and asked the young eunuch to go to the Imperial Hospital in the name of Concubine Zhen to invite Wen Shichu to see a doctor.
Less than half a minute after Bai Zhi left, Zhen Yurao climbed out of bed lightly and applied a layer of Qibai ointment on her face.
It is worthy of being the most popular ointment in Zhuyanlou. She has been using it for more than three months, and her skin has become whiter and whiter.
As soon as Zhen Yurao saw the palace maid walking towards her, she explained gently.
"I feel much better now. I'll go to Baohedian on my own. You don't need to send anyone to follow me."
The eunuch guarding the gate saw her turn left after going out, and thought she was going to Baohedian via Changjie, so he didn't take it to heart.
Zhen Yurao was afraid that if she delayed too long, she would not be able to find the emperor, so she started to jog.
When turning the corner, he accidentally bumped into a young eunuch holding a flowerpot. With a "bang", the flowerpot fell to the ground.
"This slave deserves death, please forgive me, Master."
Zhen Yurao took a breath of dust and felt her anger rising, but she did not forget the purpose of her coming out.
So he reminded with a smile.
"Be careful when you walk next time. If you run into someone you can't talk to, you'll definitely get a beating."
The young eunuch kowtowed twice in gratitude and kept shouting.
"Thank you, my Lord. The Emperor likes kind people. I wish you continued success."
"Then let me lend you some good words."
After hearing what the young eunuch said, Zhen Yurao felt more confident.
She had been to the Imperial Garden with Bai Zhi several times before. She walked along the path she remembered and soon found herself in a rockery.
Zhen Yurao looked out from the light source and saw from afar a bright yellow figure sitting by the open window, holding a book in his hand.
Earlier in Baohedian, my mother said that the Zhen family was a criminal family and should not be too ostentatious, so she kept me by her side.
Later, when the emperor arrived, my mother didn't even let me look up while sitting in the back.
Zhen Yurao still hasn't seen the emperor's appearance clearly.
She observed for a moment and found that only Steward Su was guarding the other side of Wanchun Pavilion.
Zhen Yurao planned her route in her mind and gently wrapped the pink veil around her head, leaving only a pair of bright eyes exposed.
The spring breeze outside was chilly, but the charcoal fire in the pavilion was more to the emperor's liking than the enclosed Baohe Hall.
After finishing one page, the emperor was about to turn to the next when he heard the crisp sound of footsteps on branches.
The emperor shouted sternly, not knowing what he was thinking of.
"Who?"
Then a soft voice came into my ears.
"I'm so sorry, I was so captivated by the peach blossoms in full bloom that I didn't mean to disturb you. Please forgive me."
The emperor looked in the direction of the voice and was deeply attracted by the familiar eyes.
He was stunned for a moment, then quickly spoke again in a dignified tone.
"Who are you? Come in and talk."
As soon as the emperor saw her clothes and appearance, he knew that she was another person who wanted to curry favor with the rich and powerful.
Since he has a pair of eyes similar to those of an old friend, why not be a little more patient?
Zhen Yurao suppressed the excitement in her heart and walked up the stairs lightly. After a few dozen breaths, she appeared in front of the emperor.
"I have no intention of offending the emperor. I beg your forgiveness."
After she finished her gentle and moving words, her watery eyes looked straight at the noble man sitting on the couch.
The emperor moved his fingers slightly and he questioned in a deep voice.
"You knew you had offended me, so why didn't you remove the veil?"
"I'll take it off right away."
Zhen Yurao was waiting for the emperor to say this.
As soon as she finished speaking, the veil fell away.
A bright yellow leg flashed by, and Zhen Yurao felt his body flying up.
Before she fainted, she heard a loud shout in her ears.
"Where did this ugly thing come from!"