My concubine is in trouble again

Chapter 99
No one knows about the secret conversation between Emperor Yan and Concubine Jing in the palace. Originally, after a leisurely New Year, she resumed her studies on the ninth day of the ninth day.

Emperor Yan also specially went to see her at the National Academy and advised her to move back to the East Palace so that commuting to and from school would be more convenient, but Yuan Yuan resolutely refused because she promised that Yan Huai would wait for him to pick her up at the Duke's Mansion.

Seeing her saying this, Emperor Yan didn't force her anymore, he just made a small request that lunch must be eaten in the palace, whether it is in the East Palace or Qinzheng Palace.

And the twins who lived in Yipin Palace for a few days were also logically sent by Emperor Yan to the National Academy to continue their studies. He would also go to Yipin Palace in his spare time, but never stayed in her palace. He managed Concubine Yi well, and at the same time avoided the dissatisfaction of other concubines.

Yuan Yuan goes to and from school with Zhou Xiaoxue every day, after years of getting along, the two little girls have undoubtedly become very good friends, Yuan Yuan also invites Zhou Xiaoxue to accompany him at lunch occasionally, except when eating with Emperor Yan.

There is no school on the Lantern Festival, Yuanyuan had already asked Zhou Xiaoxue to go to Linglongfang to pick up the hair and clothes that were custom-made a few days ago. Linglongfang is a jewelry and clothing store that has become very popular in Yanjing in recent years.

There are three bosses in Linglongfang, all of them are beautiful ladies, Mrs. Lin, Mrs. Jiu and Mrs. Tang. One is in charge of greeting customers at the counter, the other is in charge of making samples of clothes and jewelry, and the other is in charge of purchasing materials for cloth accessories, etc. , the three ladies performed their own duties, making Linglongfang's business much better than its peers.

Seeing Yuan Yuan and Zhou Xiaoxue coming, Mrs. Lin, who has always been enthusiastic and proactive, immediately asked them to sit down at the gossip table, poured tea and said, "The two ladies are here to pick up the honor, you two wait a moment, I will call Ah Jiu."

"Okay, I'm sorry to bother Miss Lin." Yuan Yuan took a sip of the tea cup on the table, and then put it down.

Soon, Lady Lin and Lady Jiu appeared in front of them with jewelry and clothes.

The original wish's style was made according to her preferences, and Zhou Xiaoxue's was made with reference to the opinions given by Mrs. Lin and Jiu Niangzi, but whether it was workmanship or style, the original wish's was obviously much more dazzling.

Lady Lin and Lady Nine naturally saw the difference between the two sets of heads. Fearing that Zhou Xiaoxue would be overwhelmed, Lady Lin specially explained, "The heads of the two ladies each have their own highlights, and they are both unique works. Ah Jiu is also tailor-made according to the temperament of the two young ladies, if the two young ladies are parading the lanterns tonight, they will definitely make everyone else eclipse."

Yuan Yuan and Zhou Xiaoxue looked at each other and smiled, and Zhou Xiaoxue said shyly to Mrs. Lin, "Thank you for your compliment, Mrs. Lin. The little girl likes it very much. Thank you for your hard work."

Jiu Niangzi was a man of few words, she just nodded her head, then went upstairs to do her own business, Tsing Yi took over the two sets of hats and left Linglongfang with her original wish, Zhou Xiaoxue.

After making an appointment with Zhou Xiaoxue to see you at the palace banquet in the evening, I sent her back to Zhou's house. I wished to enter the palace. Emperor Yan asked her to learn how to arrange the palace banquet with Concubine Yi and other concubines today. Even if she doesn't like it, she still has to learn Who told Yan Huai not to return to Beijing, she had to go.

Yuan Yuan, as the crown princess, learned these palace affairs by the concubine's side, so no one dared to say anything more. Recently, Concubine Yi was quite embarrassing in front of Emperor Yan, but she didn't dare to make mistakes in front of Yuan Yuan, and explained to Yuan Yuan honestly. What ingredients should be prepared for the palace banquet, and how should the officials and family members of the banquet arrange their seats.

Yuan Yuan listened carefully, but his mind was already on what to have for dinner. Finally, after listening to Yipin's long speech, Yuan Yuan excused that he had something to do in the East Palace and slipped away.

"Why do you have to arrange these yourself? What do those people in the Ministry of Internal Affairs do for food? Can't I draw a blueprint and they will follow suit?" Yuan Yuan was very dissatisfied with the ineffective departments. Seeing Yipin say a little, those people would do a little, which made her angry.

Tsing Yi poured her a cup of hot tea, and brought her a small hand stove to warm her hands, "Your Highness, you don't need to be angry with the palace people. In the past, it was supervised by the House of Internal Affairs. This year, I'm afraid it's Concubine Yi who wants to show some kindness in front of His Majesty." Fan, that's why the palace people are timid, and they want to learn from you, as long as you know the rules."

"Well, I just want to say, Tsing Yi, I should freshen up. Now that Yan Shenzhi is not here, I can't be late, lest some people take the opportunity to say bad things about Yan Shenzhi." After drinking a cup of hot tea, Yuan Yuan consciously got up and went back The sleeping hall is decorated by Tsing Yi and picking mulberry and chrysanthemum.

Tsing Yi's heart became more and more fond of the little Highness who became more and more sensible. She witnessed her transformation from a soft and sticky little girl to a half-grown girl who was honored and disgraced with Yanhuai. Although she was still very arrogant sometimes, she The kindness in my heart never changes.

The Lantern Festival banquet was full of festivities, and Emperor Yan was very satisfied with the arrangement tonight, and he specially praised Concubine Yi and the others. The original wished location was a little far away from Zhou Xiaoxue, so he asked Tsing Yi to add a seat beside him, and put Zhou Xiaoxue in the same place. shouted to his side.

"Your Highness, it's good for the courtiers to stay behind. You shouldn't break the rules for the courtiers." Zhou Xiaoxue felt like sitting on pins and needles beside Yuan Yuan against the jealous eyes of Pang Jiayin and other noble ladies.

Yuan Yuan held her hand, and glanced coldly at Pang Jiayin and the others. The latter all withdrew their unwilling gazes. Although they were jealous that Zhou Xiaoxue could sit next to the princess, they were not stupid enough to commit the following offense.

"Okay, eat quickly, don't you like the dim sum in the palace the most?" Yuan Yuan gave Zhou Xiaoxue a snack like a sister, and Zhou Xiaoxue was one year older than her.

With delicious food and no covetous eyes, Zhou Xiaoxue didn't hesitate anymore and concentrated on eating snacks.

Emperor Yan on the dragon chair raised his hands when he saw that everyone was still immersed in the delicious food and dancing in the palace, and Juan immediately asked the dancers to be removed from the performance.

"Dear dears, I would like to take advantage of the Lantern Festival to announce something to you today. The second prince, Yanchi, is sixteen this year. After discussing with the noble concubine, I decided to confer the second prince as Honored King, that is, to divide the palace at sunrise. Well, the wedding of King Yu and Princess Yu will also be brought forward to the second day of February, and the wedding related matters will be coordinated by the Ministry of Rituals."

When Emperor Yan said this, it was undoubtedly a thunderbolt that fell on the calm water. Everyone had their own thoughts, and they had to think deeply about the reason why Emperor Yan moved Yanchi out of the palace in such a hurry.

However, Yan Chi, who had been released from the restraint by Emperor Yan and appeared at the palace banquet, accepted Emperor Yan's arrangement with a calm face, knelt in the center of the hall to thank him, and showed no resignation on his face, but confused everyone.

But soon all the ministers rushed to congratulate Yanchi on being king and marrying a concubine, Yanchi also responded with joy and invited everyone to his wedding banquet.

(End of this chapter)