He quickly filtered through the candidates in his mind. A name flashed across his mind. Could it be…
"Song Bining?!" I blurted out.”
Ring Bell nodded." She's the sister of the top scholar, the eldest daughter of the Song family. She was once appointed as His Highness 'concubine."”
This news made my heart tremble violently. I didn't say anything. I just lowered my eyes and slowly walked back.
The higher-ups, who knew which higher-ups, were Song Bining, the famous talented woman. She was innocently involved in this incident and entered the palace with such an identity and method. She must have felt bad.
I followed the shady and quiet path back to the Plum Blossom Courtyard. A few servant girls were taking care of the items allocated by the Internal Affairs Office. Huan Ling saw that I was not happy, so she held a few pieces of palace clothes that she had just brought back and showed them to me. She kept complaining that the color of this piece was good and the material was a little bad. The style of that piece was not good, but the workmanship was really exquisite…I had something on my mind and could not raise my interest. After a few words, I got up and went into the bedroom. I told them not to come in and disturb me.
Huan Pei and Huan Ling quickly brought dinner in, but I didn't have much of an appetite, so I only told them to put it aside. The sky gradually darkened, and I was about to spend my first night in the palace. I looked out the window, feeling emotional. The two servant girls dragged her out and refused to go out. They kept asking me to use a little. At this time, I heard someone coming from outside. Huan Pei quickly went out to welcome him.
I was a little surprised. According to the rules of the palace, one is not allowed to visit at night. The implementation in this Jincui Palace is even stricter. Therefore, if someone comes at this time, it is either because of an urgent matter or because of an imperial edict.
He paid attention to the movements outside. The person who came sounded like an internal supervisor. He had passed on the words of the Internal Affairs Office and wanted Huan Pei and Huan Ling to follow him. He had important instructions.
I unconsciously frowned and exchanged glances with Huan Ling. Why would the Internal Affairs Office have such a strange order? Just as I was about to go out and ask, I heard Huan Pei say,"Eunuch, wait a moment. This servant will go in and report to our young master.”
Huan Pei quickly entered the room. Before I could speak, she pulled me to sit in front of the mirror and whispered,"Miss, it's Eunuch Chang outside."
Chang Yuan! I had an epiphany. He came over to call me. It must be Brother Lang's intention, so I nodded gently and went out with the ring pendant. Huan Ling understood and quickly helped me remove the hairpin and tie the girl's hair.
It happened so suddenly that I didn't prepare my clothes. Ring Ring took off her outer clothes for me to change into. As she tidied up, she nagged,"The new clothes that I just brought back today, lend them to Young Lady to wear!”
I smiled and couldn't be bothered with her. Huan Pei came in again and saw that I had already packed up."Qiao Mei and Xiao Yong have left. Let's go.”
When we reached the outer room, Chang Yuan gave me a thousand. I smiled and nodded. Without saying anything, I followed him out of the Plum Courtyard and out of the back door of the Brocade Palace. At this time, there were very few people walking around in the palace. Chang Yuan also chose some secluded paths, so until we entered the Qianyuan Palace through a small door, the three of us did not encounter anyone along the way.
Qianyuan Palace was brightly lit, but there were no servants nearby. It must have been arranged long ago. Chang Yuan led me to the door of a palace and reported to the palace,"Emperor, they are here."
"Come in," said a voice from inside.”
I pushed the door open and saw Wen Lang behind the table. When he saw me, he stood up and smiled.
I saw that there were still three or four palace maids in the hall, so I didn't dare to act rashly. I knelt down and kowtowed together with Huan Pei."This servant greets the emperor!"
Wen Lang replied with an " mm " and there was no more movement. He only heard Chang Yuan sending out a few palace maids. When the footsteps were far away, Wen Lang said,""Yu 'er, quickly get up."
After Huan Pei and I got up, Wen Lang motioned for Chang Yuan to stand guard outside the door. Huan Pei also followed him out, leaving only Wen Lang and I in the side hall.
Looking at Wen Lang in front of me, I couldn't help but hesitate. The long white robe embroidered with golden dragons made his slender and tall figure look even more extraordinary. Although he didn't have the bright yellow oppression from the last time we met, in this grand palace, the imperial table in front of Wen Lang and the memorial in his hand that he couldn't put down all showed his identity as an emperor, which made me flinch.
However, Wen Lang's gentle and tired gaze finally diluted my worries."Emperor, Brother Lang."
I smiled faintly as I called out both titles.
Wen Lang smiled helplessly." Yu 'er, when there's no one around in the future, it's better to be like before."”
I raised my eyebrows and nodded with a smile." Yes, the Emperor has instructed. Yu 'er will obey."
"Brother Lang, are you still not used to it?"”
Wen Lang sighed." It's not that I'm not used to it. I just miss the leisurely days of the past. Everything around me has changed. I only found some traces after seeing you."”
As he spoke, he pulled me to sit on the couch at the side. I looked into Wen Lang's eyes and whispered,"Brother Lang is the ruler of the world and is respected by the people. For the sake of the ancestors, the people have to sacrifice some freedom. To be able to inherit the benevolent government of the late emperor, make our people rich and strong, and make the world stable and peaceful, Brother Chuan's spirit in heaven will definitely be happy.”
I bit my lip and looked down at the handkerchief in my hand.
Wen Lang gently patted my shoulder and was silent for a while. Then, he said in a low and firm voice,"I will."
I blinked, swallowed the bitterness, and smiled. Wenlang also smiled warmly. That kind of expression was exactly the same as Wenchuan's, which made me calm and trust, but also sad and absent-minded.
After a while, Wen Lang said,"Yu 'er, what do you think of these women entering the palace this time?"”
"They are all young ladies from noble families, and there is no lack of them. Beautiful women are like clouds, pleasing to the eye.”
I commented. Wen Lang smiled faintly and gestured for me to continue, but I shook my head."I just entered the palace and can't see clearly. I only know that they are young and steady, each with their own merits. The families of several important ministers came prepared and could not be underestimated.”
Wen Lang nodded lightly and frowned slightly. Seeing him ask this question, I had a slight estimation in my heart. At this moment, Wen Lang definitely did not have the mood to investigate the situation of the women in the harem. Presumably, the Empress Dowager or the imperial court were paying attention to this side.
As expected, Wen Lang pondered for a moment."Did you come prepared? It seemed that the harem would not be able to live in peace.”
"You're in a hurry to choose an empress, aren't you?"”
Wen Lang had a helpless look on his face." There are people in the court who are talking about this almost every day. They are at daggers drawn. It makes me extremely troubled, but I can't do anything about it."”
"The candidates for the debate are Ni Lening and Chen Yanyu?”
Seeing Wenlang nod, I asked,"What does the Empress Dowager mean?"”
Wen Lang shook his head." The Empress Dowager is also troubled. She only said that this matter is of great importance. The court can only listen to the discussion and cannot make a conclusion."”
" The Empress Dowager is right. The late Emperor's funeral period is not over yet, and the people in the court are already so anxious. They must want to settle the dust before the new Emperor is conferred the title after the funeral period." After a pause, I said," Since that's the case, Brother Lang might as well take the opportunity to select people who can be used to strengthen his arm.”
Seeing that Wen Lang seemed puzzled, I explained,"Setting up a queen is not a trivial matter. The past dynasties have all involved important matters. The prime minister has been in power for eight years and his foundation is considered deep. In a peaceful world, it is inevitable to value literature over martial arts. However, after the great change, the general's status was on par with the Prime Minister's, or even slightly better. How could the Prime Minister be willing? Therefore, the current battle for the throne was actually a battle for the government.”
Wen Lang was stunned and nodded thoughtfully.""Not bad."
I added,"There are only twenty days left in the three-month mourning period, and the great seal is right in front of us. The court must be anxious, and it is inevitable that there will be flaws." In recent years, most of the newly promoted officials in the court were important officials and confidants. Putting aside their talents, it was difficult to find someone who could be reused just in terms of loyalty. Brother Lang might as well take this opportunity to select talents and cultivate confidants. The Prime Minister and General would do their best to follow Brother Lang's wishes to achieve great things.”
Wen Lang clapped his hands and praised,"That's right!" Yu 'er is really smart, I actually didn't see through this layer!”
I only said,"Brother Lang is just busy with court affairs and is confused by the people involved."”
Wen Lang hesitated again,"However, this empress will eventually be established."
I know what Wenlang is thinking. Ruirong is the Empress in his heart, but it's impossible now.
I stood up and walked to the imperial table. I brought a bowl of warm tea to Wen Lang and handed it to him."Big Brother Lang, with the current situation, stabilizing the court is the most important thing. Regardless of whether Chen Yanyu or Ni Yuening is appointed, they will contain a large number of powers in the court and will be of help to Big Brother Lang.”
Wen Lang frowned." Wouldn't it be better to let the two tigers fight and restrain each other?"”
" Yes," I nodded." But this is a very risky move when the new emperor ascends the throne. It's inevitable that they will attack each other and cause internal friction. It's very detrimental to stabilizing the hearts of the people.”
" Of course, there is a way to maintain the balance, which is to not choose either side." Seeing the hope in Shang Wenlang's eyes, I almost couldn't bear to attack him." To choose a third person, this person must be more careful than choosing one of the two. If you are not careful, it will be self-defeating. It must be a high-ranking official or the daughter of the emperor who can restrain two high-ranking officials at the same time.”
Wen Lang lowered his head and pondered." Cui Shaofu is the only one among the high officials, but he has always been afraid of trouble. Usually, he has a good relationship with both sides. I don't think he will take the lead. Don't count on him." There's no suitable person among the imperial relatives."
" So Brother Lang still needs to discuss this matter with the Empress Dowager." I paused and continued," But no matter what, it can't be Rui Rong."”
Wen Lang raised his eyes, his lips tightened, and finally shook his head.
My heart softened and I regretted saying such words. At this moment, I suddenly remembered Second YiNiang's words,""Brother Lang, Yu 'er will say something disrespectful. There will be more than one Empress in every dynasty.”
Wen Lang pulled my hand." Yu 'er, you are by my side, helping me plan. My heart is much more at ease."”
He paused for a moment and then said,"It's just that it's really unfair to keep such a smart, considerate, and understanding person like you trapped in the palace."”
When I heard this, I was stunned. I immediately withdrew my hand and stood up. I knelt in front of Wen Lang. He was surprised and wanted to pull me up, but I gently pushed him away and said solemnly,"Brother Lang, the person in front of you is Yu 'er of the Mu family who grew up with you. Yu' er volunteered to enter the palace and was taken care of by Brother Lang.”
I lowered my head and changed the way I addressed him." Your Majesty, the person in front of you is the Mu family that has been selected to enter the palace. According to the rules of the palace, you are not allowed to leave the Jincui Palace without being conferred a title. You are not allowed to meet the emperor alone. According to the rules of the ancestors, concubines must be careful with their words and etiquette. You are not allowed to enter the Qinzheng Hall without permission. The harem is not allowed to interfere in politics. Yu 'er has committed all kinds of crimes today, which is enough to be sentenced to death. The emperor may not pursue the matter today, but please remember that the emperor may be willing to listen to Yu 'er's words, but the harem is not allowed to interfere in government affairs. There is no doubt about it. In the future, if there are concubines in the harem interfering in government affairs or lying in bed, the emperor must not believe it easily!”
Wen Lang was stunned for a moment before he helped me up steadily."Yu 'er, I'll remember what you said. Don't worry.”
He smiled faintly and quickly said," But Yu 'er, you are not my harem. It is the rule of those women not to discuss politics, not yours. Second Brother will not be happy to see you bound by those rules in the depths of the palace. In my eyes, you will always be that smart and beautiful Yu 'er, that talented Yu' er. Brother Lang also hopes that you can become that smart and happy sister Yu 'er again.”
Tears began to flow into my eyes. I almost cried. Wen Lang's eyes were filled with love."Yes, it's still that crying Yu 'Er.”
I wiped my eyes and said shyly,"Yu 'er isn't that good. He didn't come up with any ideas and was just spouting nonsense.”
"Nonsense? How can the government be allowed to talk nonsense? " That's really a death sentence." Wen Lang pretended to be angry and put on a stern face, then smiled and said," I haven't come up with any ideas yet. It's a good plan to take the opportunity to promote talents. I'll choose a candidate tomorrow and issue an edict to appoint him. I'll see how the Prime Minister and the others react."”
He pondered for a moment." Yes, Song Haoran is the most suitable person in front of us. With his talent, he can take on more tasks, but no one is recommending him.”
I thought for a moment and said," Lord Song was conferred the title of fifth rank after high school last year. At the beginning of this year, he was appreciated by the late emperor and promoted to fourth rank attendant. Later, he became the Crown Prince's aide. His sister was also appointed to Brother Chuan. People said that his future was limitless, but no one dared to protect him. There must be someone above suppressing him. At that time, it was still like this. Now, his situation was even more awkward. If Brother Lang could boldly use him, he would definitely do his best.”
Wen Lang nodded but did not say anything. He paused for a moment before saying,"Yu 'er, I have something to tell you. Song Haoran's sister will be entering the palace tomorrow.”
I remained calm and said,"That's a talented woman who is famous in the capital. Yu 'er congratulates Brother Lang on finding another beauty."”
Wen Lang's expression changed as expected,"Yu 'er, it's not what you think!"”# Daguan Review Passed: Daguan Time:111420183: 47PM #Cancel Review All: wdd201302 Time:111420185: 56PM #
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