The Murong family was thriving. Other than Qingcheng, the daughter, she had three older brothers. Shang Lei was the eldest son and was currently engaged in the silk business. Because of his good management, his business was booming. The second son, Shang Jun, was like his father. As a civil official, he was optimistic and open-minded. He was smart and could be said to be a rising star. The youngest son, Shang An, was two years older than Qingcheng. He was a military general, brave and good at fighting, but he was still unmarried.
Although the three brothers rarely spent time at home at the same time, they naturally doted on their only sister Qingcheng. If their sister was in trouble, they would naturally help her.
"Yes, of course. If Yan 'er doesn't have a good plan, we can only find them to discuss countermeasures.”Murong Youdao nodded.
As they were talking, the Second Young Master Murong Shangjun returned. He was fair and refined, and he looked handsome in a dark robe.
"Greetings to Father and Mother!" Shang Jun greeted his parents.
"Jun 'er, why are you so late?" asked Mrs. Gao. Your father came back a long time ago."
"Mother, the Ministry of Rites is very busy with the Crown Prince's consort selection. As an official of the Ministry of Rites, I have no obligation to do so.”Shang Jun explained the whole story to Mrs. Gao.
"I see. Your father is also troubled by this matter.”Madam Gao glanced at her husband and then at the door. Her daughter had not appeared yet.
Murong Shangjun understood immediately. The whole family knew about his sister's situation. He was an official in the court, so he naturally understood the Crown Prince's temperament. In terms of talent, knowledge, and boldness, the Crown Prince was an impeccable sage. He was also the future Emperor of the Jinliu Country. Everyone thought that he was very suitable for this. However, the only thing that made people feel uneasy was that the Crown Prince's attitude towards women made some people in the court, including him and his younger brother Shang An, feel very disapproving. If she married the Crown Prince as a concubine, glory and wealth were another matter. Just the matter of serving the Crown Prince was filled with countless crises and variables.
"Where's little sister? Where are you now?" Shang Jun asked.
"Yan 'er said she had an idea, but she hasn't returned yet.”Madam Gao said.
"Alright, we'll wait. Mingyue, serve some tea.”As soon as he finished speaking, Ming Yue's tea was placed on the table.
Before Murong Shangjun finished his cup of tea, a woman suddenly appeared in front of him. This woman was not the Qingcheng that everyone had been waiting for. Other than a pair of sparkling eyes, there was nothing else that was good about her. Compared to Mingyue, Mingyue was even better.
Murong Youdao and his wife looked at each other, and Shang Jun was also confused.
Madam Gao reacted quickly. She looked at the strange woman and asked Mingyue,"Ming Yue, have there been any new maids and servants in this manor recently?”
Mingyue thought for a moment and shook her head."No, I didn't." She looked around the woman for a while and said,""Madam, her clothes look a little familiar.”
"Miss, who exactly are you? Why are you in our residence?" Murong Youdao asked.
The woman still smiled and said nothing.
Ming Yue thought for a long time. She smelled a faint fragrance and suddenly realized,"Master, Madam, she's Miss!”
"Yan 'er!" Madam Gao shouted.
"Mother, it's me." Qingcheng finally spoke.
"Younger Sister, your disguise technique has improved a lot. Even I didn't recognize you.”"Mingyue is the smartest girl," said Murong Shangjun.”
"Second Young Master, you flatter me. I only guessed it when I smelled the fragrance on Miss's body.”
"Father, Mother, Second Brother, how is it? Even if I were to participate in the crown prince consort contest, I would definitely be eliminated, right?”Qingcheng spun around on the spot.
"Yes, although your current appearance is not too bad, compared to your original appearance, it's simply a thousand miles away. Choosing a consort is such a big event, beauty is definitely the most important basis. If you dress like this, you will definitely be eliminated!”Only then did Murong Youdao come back to his senses. How could he forget that his beloved daughter had such abilities? "That's great, Madam. Our Murong family must have a spirit ancestor who gave birth to such an intelligent daughter.”
"Mother!" Qingcheng snuggled into her mother's arms, and Mrs. Gao hugged her tightly in love.
"But if you disguise yourself all day, will you feel uncomfortable?”Shang Jun asked.
"Yes, your second brother is right. Usually, you play at home on a whim. Don't torture your body just to disguise yourself.”Madam Wang touched her daughter's face lovingly.
"Mother, Second Brother, it's fine. I've carefully considered the materials used to disguise myself. It's just that my face will feel dry after a long time. Other than that, there's no other discomfort.”
"Yan 'Er, what should we do with the fragrance on your body?”Murong Youdao asked again.
"That's right, I guessed it based on the fragrance on Young Lady's body. This fragrance is very special. If the Crown Prince smells it, Young Lady will not be able to escape again.”Brightmoon said.
Murong Qingcheng was born in the beautiful spring, so her baby name was Yan 'er. For some reason, when Mrs. Gao was pregnant with her, she especially liked to eat flowers. Whether it was raw or cooked, or flower-related food, she would not refuse anyone. The next spring, when she gave birth to her daughter, the room was filled with fragrance.
"You don't have to worry too much. As long as I stay calm and don't move around, no one will be able to detect me.”Qingcheng said to everyone.
Ming Yue consoled: " Master, Furen, Young Lady is so smart. Nothing will be difficult for her. You can relax."”
"There's no better way now, so let's do it.”Murong Youdao made up his mind.”
"Your daughter wants to remove her disguise, so I'll take my leave first.”Qingcheng said.
"Go ahead." Murong Youdao replied.
"Ming Yue, go and serve the young miss.”Gao Shi said to Ming Yue,"You don't need to serve me here."”
"Yes, Madam." Ming Yue and the young miss left together.
Murong Youdao sighed again after Qingcheng disappeared through the door.
"Master, why are you sighing again?" Mrs. Gao was puzzled.
"Mother, I should understand father's concern.”Shang Yujun suddenly remembered the morning court session.
"Why?"
Murong Shangjun said," During the morning court session today, the state preceptor detected that the Crown Prince's heart was moved by Hong Luan. He even said that the future Crown Princess has something to do with 'incense'. I immediately thought of Yan' er. I'm afraid that the fragrance on my younger sister's body is unprecedented."”
Madam Gao suddenly understood.
"Jun 'er is right, it's this' fragrance 'that makes me feel uneasy. "Our Yan 'er has a fragrance on her body. It's more in line with heaven's will than her name.”Murong Youdao said.
"Old Master, don't think too much. It's useless.”Mrs. Gao persuaded.
"Father, Mother is right. Let's take it one step at a time.”"If it's destined that my sister will become the Crown Princess, it's useless no matter how anxious we are." Murong Shangjun said. Why don't you relax?"
The Prime Minister's Residence and the Scholar's Residence were distressed over the possibility of their daughter being chosen, but more of the other residences were elated because of such a great opportunity. Among them, the Prime Minister of the Golden Gilt Country, Qian Bi Zhan, was even more delighted.
Qian Bi Zhan had two daughters who were still unmarried. One daughter was born to his wife, named Qian Yalan, eighteen years old. The other daughter was born to a concubine, named Qian Yamei, seventeen years old. The two women were pretty knowledgeable, but they were spoiled since young, which encouraged their arrogant behavior.
"Father, is it true? The Crown Prince is choosing a concubine?”Qian Yalan's face was filled with surprise. Ever since she turned fifteen, matchmakers often came to her house, but they were all rejected by her father and her. She had been waiting for this opportunity, and now it had finally come.
"Yes, it's true. I'm afraid the whole country knows about it now." Qian Bizhan was certain.
"Father, this is great. I can finally have the chance to enter the palace to choose a concubine. It's best if I can become the crown prince's concubine. At that time, our Qian family will be even more glorious.”Qian Yalan smiled smugly.
"Daughter, Father has been waiting for this opportunity. With your appearance and Father's status, you will definitely be able to make the Qian family a royal relative.”Qian Bi Zhan was full of confidence.
Among the many daughters of the Qian Family, Qian Bizhan liked Qian Yalan the most. Since she was young, he had specially hired people to teach her the four arts. Although they weren't very advanced, they had dabbled in them. A woman's lack of talent was virtue. He firmly believed that his smart and cunning daughter would definitely be chosen.
"Father, don't worry. I am very proud and won't marry anyone other than the current Crown Prince.”In Qian Yalan's heart, the luxurious life she had had since she was young could no longer satisfy her. What she wanted was the feeling of being below one person and above ten thousand people.
"You actually dare to speak so shamelessly in front of Father, as if you've already become the Crown Princess. Hmph, you're simply dreaming.”The one who spoke was Qian Yamei. She surrounded Qian Bizhan and said coquettishly,"Father, you're so biased. His daughter wasn't willing! His daughter was also going to participate. Perhaps the Crown Prince has taken a fancy to me, his daughter!”She was petite and exquisite, and she had inherited her mother's true teachings. She was born with a charming appearance.
"Haha, I didn't expect my daughters to be so ambitious." Qian Bi Zhan was overjoyed. Forget it, you should go too. Father will send you to the palace too. Even if you can't become the Crown Princess, you can be an Imperial Consort or something in the future, hahaha.”He laughed loudly, as if he could already see the bright future ahead."Men."
"Master, what are your orders?" The butler asked respectfully.
"Qian Zhong, quickly send someone to hire the best tailor to tailor the clothes for the two young ladies. They must use the best materials to make them.”
"Yes, Prime Minister. I'll send someone to do it immediately.”Qian Zhong said. If his Young Lady was lucky enough to become the Crown Princess, then she would be the future Empress. This way, the Qian Residence would be even more glorious. Then wouldn't his status as a butler rise to the top?
"Thank you, Daddy." Qian Yamei had a sweet mouth. Compared to her sister, she was more tactful and knew how to advance and retreat.
"Father, when can I enter the palace? So that we can prepare as soon as possible." Qian Yalan asked.
"The Empress has ordered that the concubines will enter the palace in ten days for the preliminary selection. All the women of officials above the third rank can directly proceed to the second selection after passing the physical examination.”
"Father, I understand. I'll take my leave first. Your daughter still needs to prepare." Qian Yalan's calmness and self-control at certain moments won Qian Bizhan's approval.
"Go, all of you can leave."
The two daughters left happily.
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