The Palace of Earthly Tranquility.
At this moment, Empress Dowager Zhang looked at the portraits that her two sisters had brought over and couldn't stop smiling.
Zhang Tianhe held the portrait and covered her mouth with an embroidered fan as she giggled.
"Big sister."
"These are the daughters of the various manors and marquis manors. Younger sister has put in a lot of effort for Zhao 'er's matter!”
Empress Dowager Zhang looked left and right, nodding her head in satisfaction from time to time.
"Not bad."
"Not bad."
"Younger Sister is very thoughtful."
"Go get my phoenix hairpin and give it to my sister.”
The maid at the side bowed and went out. Not long after, she brought back a red lacquer brocade box.
When the brocade box was opened, an exquisitely crafted golden hairpin with a phoenix head came into view.
"This was given to this widow by the late emperor."
"Ever since the late emperor passed away, I haven't brought it with me.
"I will give it to my younger sister today."
Ever since the red lacquer brocade box was opened, Zhang Tianhe's gaze had never left the phoenix hairpin inside.
Even though she was married to Zhu Zhi Fan, the King of An Hua, she had seen quite a few accessories.
However, this was the first time he had seen such an exquisite phoenix hairpin.
Zhang Tianhe hurriedly got up and knelt down, shaking her head.
"Big sister."
"This little sister doesn't dare to accept it."
"This is the former emperor's love for you.”
Empress Dowager Zhang waved her hand, her expression indifferent.
"Although it was given by the previous emperor, the person I love has already passed away.”
"Who should I show it to?"
"Keep it."
A trace of greed flashed in Zhang Tianhe's eyes, but it disappeared in an instant.
"Then…"
"Chen Younger Sister will respectfully refuse."
Empress Dowager Zhang nodded in satisfaction, her smile still on her face.
"You're so concerned about Zhao 'er.”
"You deserve it."
Zhang Tianhe's expression was seen by Zhang Yinghe, but her expression did not change.
She knew.
This sister of his was good in every way, but she was a little obsessed with the rich and powerful.
If this was a merchant's house, it would be fine.
But this was the royal family.
If he angered the Dragon Face, the consequences were obvious.
Zhang Yinghe did not say a word and silently massaged Empress Dowager Zhang's shoulders.
……
"The Emperor has arrived!"
Eunuch Gao's voice rang out from outside the Palace of Earthly Tranquility. The Emperor, dressed in white, lazily walked in.
Compared to the dragon robe, Zhu Houzhao preferred to wear something more casual.
"Greetings, Your Majesty!"
"Get up!"
"Thank you, Your Majesty."
Zhu Houzhao came before Empress Dowager Zhang and bowed.
"Your son pays his respects to mother."
When Empress Dowager Zhang saw the Emperor, her eyes were filled with love.
"There is no need to be so polite, Emperor."
"Bestow your seat."
"Thank you, mother."
As soon as Zhu Houzhao sat down, Empress Dowager Zhang hurriedly asked the maids to raise the portraits one by one.
Zhu Houzhao was confused.
"Mother…"
"This…"
Empress Dowager Zhang patted Zhu Houzhao's hand with a benevolent expression.
"You are now the ruler of a country."
"Without concubines, how can we give birth to the Zhu family?”
"These are all the daughters of the various manors that your YiNiang found for you.”
"Take a look, that one is pleasing to the eye.”
Zhu Houzhao's face darkened. He had also guessed this outcome.
Although the Empress Dowager was in charge of the harem, there were no concubines in the harem for her to manage.
Having been a commander without a leader for half his life, it was quite aggrieved.
"Ah…"
"This…"
Zhu Houzhao was also thrown into disarray for a moment, not knowing what to say.
At this moment, Zhang Tianhe walked out.
"Greetings, Your Majesty."
Empress Dowager Zhang hurriedly introduced him to the Emperor. After all, this was the first time they had met.
"Your aunt has an adopted daughter. She is very handsome and gentle.”
"This time I came to see aijia and also followed.”
"Why don't you take a look?"
Empress Dowager Zhang asked Zhu Houzhao for his opinion. Although Zhu Houzhao was unwilling, he reluctantly nodded when he heard that she was an adopted daughter.
"Wan Er."
"Come out quickly."
Zhang Tianhe was gorgeously dressed and smiled extremely happily. She hurriedly called out her adopted daughter, Zhang Wan 'er.
At this moment, a woman slowly walked out of the Earth Peace Palace.
He was dressed in white with little flowers embroidered on it, giving him an extraordinary aura.
Her facial features were exquisite, and she was a rare beauty.
"My daughter, Zhang Wan 'er."
"Greetings, Your Majesty."
Zhang Wan 'er knelt down and bowed. She nodded slightly, her face full of shyness.
Zhu Houzhao nodded his head and said," Stand up."
"Thank you, Your Majesty."
Only then did Zhang Wan 'er see the Emperor's face clearly, and her heart raced.
He had long heard from Zhang Tianhe that the Emperor was only fifteen years old, but he was a handsome man with a heroic spirit.
Although he was dressed simply and there were a few strands of hair hanging on his forehead.
However, it was still difficult to hide the heroic spirit between his brows.
Zhu Houzhao nodded, and Empress Dowager Zhang nodded as well.
"Zhao 'er."
"Lunch will be left at aijia's.”
"I got someone to stew lotus seed bird's nest soup for you.”
Zhu Houzhao nodded in agreement, and the Empress Dowager smiled from ear to ear.
Eunuch Gao quickly walked in and whispered to Zhu Houzhao.
"Your Majesty."
"Eunuch Cao of the East Chamber has sent a messenger pigeon.”
Zhu Houzhao's eyes lit up, and he immediately perked up.
The opportunity to escape had arrived!
Although Empress Dowager Zhang would definitely want to find a concubine herself.
However, it was best to delay it as long as possible.
"Mother."
"There are important matters in the court."
"Your son will take his leave first."
Zhu Houzhao stood up and bowed. Without waiting for the Empress Dowager to speak, he strode out of the Palace of Earthly Tranquility.
After returning to Yangxin Palace Hall, the spies from the East Chamber also came in.
"I am."
"Greetings, Your Majesty."
After the spy from the East Chamber handed the secret report to the Emperor, he turned and left.
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