0p0 Chapter 815 [Ruyi's Royal Love in the Palace 5]
Chapter 815 [Ruyi's Royal Love in the Palace 5]
"Mammy, in your opinion, what kind of person is this concubine?" Fu Cha Langhuan frowned slightly, his eyes fixed on the distance and asked thoughtfully.
Fujia bowed his head and answered respectfully, "Madam, from what I have observed in the past few days, this concubine seems innocent and simple on the surface. However, you have tried to test her several times, but she always managed to change the subject skillfully without making a sound. I think she is not as simple as she looks! Now we have placed people in Simiao Pavilion where the concubine lives. If the situation requires it, Madam, should we give her the contraceptive soup?"
Fu Cha Lang Huan shook his head gently and said slowly, "Let's put aside the matter of the contraceptive soup for now. Concubine Chen Jia's father and brother both hold important positions in the court and are highly trusted by the emperor. Their power should not be underestimated. Besides, my father has also specifically reminded us not to offend her easily and to try our best to win her over."
Fujia looked worried and advised: "Fujin, this concubine's family is not much inferior to our Fucha family. Although her family was just raised during the reign of the previous emperor, and her seniority is certainly not as good as our old family, but if she gives birth to a little prince in the future, her status will probably be comparable to yours. This will be really disadvantageous to you! We should make plans early, and it is the best policy to strike first."
Fu Cha Lang Huan raised her chin slightly, looked at the maid in front of her with sharp eyes, and said slowly: "No one in Simiao Pavilion is allowed to move without permission! Mammy, you must remember not to do anything shameful behind my back. If I find out, don't blame me for being ruthless. At that time, I can only ask you to go back to Fu Cha Mansion."
The nanny was shocked when she heard this, and quickly bowed her head and replied, "Yes, Madam, rest assured, I will follow your instructions and will not dare to disobey you in the slightest."
The next morning, the sun shone in the courtyard. Fucha Langhuan dressed up carefully and entered the palace gate with Youyou. Along the way, the palace maids and eunuchs bowed and greeted them. They first went to the bedroom of Concubine Xi to pay their respects. When Concubine Xi saw Fucha Langhuan and Youyou, she smiled kindly and asked them how they were doing. Fucha Langhuan answered the questions of the queen respectfully and expressed her deep gratitude.
At this moment, Yinzhen suddenly arrived. Everyone knelt down and saluted. Yinzhen waved his hand and signaled everyone to stand up. He smiled at Fucha Langhuan and Youyou, his eyes full of admiration, and then ordered people to reward them with many precious items. After Fucha Langhuan thanked him, he took Youyou away from Concubine Xi's bedroom.
Time flies, and another day has passed in the blink of an eye. On this day, the entire Baoqin Prince's Mansion was decorated with lights and was very lively. It turned out to be the wedding day of Qing Gege and Yue Gege. A number of gorgeous sedan chairs slowly drove into the palace, with music and drums playing along the way, which was very festive. Finally, the sedan chair stopped in front of the main hall, and Qingying and Yue Gege were helped down from the sedan chair by the bridesmaids.
Night fell and the lights came on. After Hongli finished dealing with government affairs, he went straight to Qingying's room. When he entered the room, he saw Qingying wearing a red dress, with a rosy face and shy and charming. Hongli walked gently to her side and sat down, lowering his voice and said: "Qingying, you know that you are the one I really choose. Although I love and respect my wife and concubine, I only love you deeply. It's just that the current situation forces me to temporarily unable to grant you the position of concubine. But as long as you can give birth to a child for me, I will definitely ask the emperor to confer you the title of concubine."
When Qingying heard this, she was deeply moved and nodded with red eyes.
At the same time, Yue Gege learned that Hongli would not come tonight. Although she felt a little disappointed, she still behaved very generously. She gently told the servants to extinguish the candles, and then fell asleep peacefully.
The next morning, the sun shone through the window lattice into the courtyard, and the breeze blew gently, bringing a hint of fresh air. At this time, in the main hall, everyone was waiting for the important moment of serving tea.
Youyou came to the main hall early. She was dressed in a simple and elegant dress, with a graceful figure, a pretty face, and a look of intelligence and agility in her eyes. After a while, Yue Gege also walked in with light steps. She was dressed quite delicately today, and the pearls and jade on her head swayed gracefully, which made her look more dignified and beautiful. Fucha Gege also came very early. She was dressed in a gorgeous Manchu dress, with an elegant temperament and aristocratic demeanor in her every move.
However, when everyone had arrived, Qingying was the only one missing. Time passed by, and just when everyone was getting impatient, Qingying finally came slowly. She didn't seem to be in a hurry, and walked leisurely until Fucha Langhuan was about to walk out of the inner room, and then she arrived at the main hall.
Seeing this, Fu Cha Lang Huan did not show any anger, but maintained her elegant demeanor. After everyone sat down one by one, Su Lian beside her said softly, "Please serve tea, ladies."
Hearing this, Qingying and Gao Xiyue hurriedly stood up and knelt down in front of Fucha Langhuan. They each held a cup of fragrant tea in their hands and said in unison: "I invite the legitimate wife to have some tea."
Fu Cha Lang Huan nodded slightly, took the teacup, took a sip symbolically, and then put the cup back on the table, saying slowly: "Now that you have entered the palace, you must serve the prince wholeheartedly in the future, and don't let this honor down."
"Yes, Madam." Qingying and Gao Xiyue answered in unison.
Then, Fu Cha Lang Huan raised her delicate hand and pointed elegantly at the woman sitting at the first seat on the left. She introduced her to the two people beside her in a soft voice, "This is Concubine Chen Jia. She is deeply favored by the prince."
Upon hearing this, Qingying and Gao Xiyue did not dare to be negligent and turned around hurriedly, bowed slightly to Youyou, their movements gentle and respectful, and said in unison: "Your concubines greet the concubine, and I wish you good luck and happiness!" Their voices were clear and pleasant, as beautiful as the sound of a yellow oriole singing out of a valley.
Upon seeing this, Youyou raised the corners of her mouth slightly, outlining a gentle and moving smile. Then she raised her slender, white jade-like hand, waved it gently, and gestured: "Princess Qing and Princess Gao, there is no need to be so polite. Please stand up quickly." At this moment, the atmosphere in the main hall became more and more harmonious. Laughter and joy could be heard continuously, and everyone was talking very happily.
"Thank you, Concubine." Qingying and Gao Xiyue responded in unison, then slowly stood up and cast grateful glances at Youyou again.
At this time, Fu Cha Lang Huan did not stop talking, but turned his gaze to the first woman on the right and continued: "The first one here is Fu Cha Gege, she is the earliest woman around the prince."
After hearing this, Qingying and Gao Xiyue looked at each other, and understood each other and bowed to Fu Cha Zhuying to show their respect. Seeing this, Fu Cha Zhuying also stood up and returned the bow, showing the demeanor of a lady from a noble family.
At this time, Fucha Langhuan turned to look at the maid Su Lian behind him and said, "Su Lian, please quickly present the gifts I prepared for the two princesses."
As soon as she finished speaking, Su Lian came forward lightly, holding two bracelets of warm color and fine texture in her hands. She first came to Qingying and carefully handed one of the bracelets to Qingying; then she moved to Gao Xiyue and handed the other bracelet to Gao Xiyue in the same gentle manner.
Fu Cha Langhuan smiled and said slowly: "This is a gift I specially prepared for your two sisters. Look, these two bracelets are treasures bestowed by the emperor himself! I hope you two sisters will take good care of them." After that, she gently handed the pair of exquisite bracelets to Qingying and Gao Xiyue.
Qingying and Gao Xiyue hurriedly took the bracelet respectfully and said in unison, "Thank you, Madam."
At this time, Youyou beside her also said: "Fujin has given gifts, Ningdong, please quickly present the things I prepared for the two princesses." As soon as the voice fell, Ningdong quickly stepped forward and carefully opened the box in his hand. Everyone looked closely and saw two pieces of jade with excellent color, warm and delicate.
Youyou first picked up one of the emerald green jades, walked to Qingying, and said softly, "Qinggege, this is Fulu Green jade, which has not been carefully polished yet. If Qinggege is interested, you can carve it into the shape you like." Qingying took the jade with joy and said gratefully, "Thank you, Concubine."
Then, Youyou motioned Ningdong to hand the warm yellow jade to Gao Xiyue, and said with concern: "I heard that Yue Gege has been in poor health since childhood. This warm jade is perfect for you. Yue Gege, why not make it into a jade pendant and wear it close to your body on weekdays? It will surely be of great benefit to your health."
After hearing this, Gao Xiyue couldn't help but show joy on her face, and responded excitedly: "I thank the concubine for her concern."
"I haven't seen Princess Fucha's face in the past few days. She happened to come today, so I specially prepared a small gift for her, Ningdong." Youyou said softly with a smile. Ningdong, who was standing beside her, nodded in understanding, and then carefully handed the exquisitely made box in her hand to Fucha Zhuying.
Fu Cha Zhu Ying took the box with curiosity and opened it gently. She saw a piece of purple jade with a warm color and crystal clearness lying quietly in the box. Its texture was delicate and its color was excellent. Even though Fu Cha Zhu Ying had seen many treasures, she couldn't help but flash a hint of surprise in her eyes. She quickly stood up and bowed to You You to thank him: "Thank you for your kindness, Concubine!"
At this time, Fu Cha Lang Huan, who was sitting in the main seat, coughed lightly and said, "Now that everyone knows each other, I will say a few words here. As for this main courtyard, you don't have to come here every day to pay your respects and greetings. You only need to gather here on the first and fifteenth day of each month. This arrangement can save the sisters from getting up early and hard work; secondly, we can spend more time with the prince. What do you think?"
As soon as the voice fell, everyone present responded in unison: "Yes, Fu Jin is right!"