Noble First Daughter-in-law

As soon as he saw her, Shang Ruyi's breath stopped subconsciously.

Although she had already told herself to accept everything, in fact, she also had to accept it, but when she really saw that beautiful and fragrant face, although she was smiling, there was a bit of sadness in her bones, Shang Ruyi still Somewhat stunned.

This former Crescent Moon Princess, the proud daughter of heaven, has now been abandoned by fate, and finally, she and she stand on the same line.

Looking back at the past jealousy and anger, Shang Ruyi suddenly felt endless absurdity.

So much so that at this moment, all her emotions were gone.

And in this moment of emotional emptiness, they had already walked in front of Chu Ruoyan, and saw that bright face with a smile like a flower. Naturally, all the smiles were only directed at Yu Wenye: "Second brother——"

After saying that, she was startled.

He thought about it again, then leaned down and bowed: "Your Highness."

No one knew how painful it was to shout "Your Highness" from her mouth. The servants behind them, even Aunt Hui, couldn't help but sigh softly, and Yu Wenye's expression was somewhat uncomfortable. Naturally, but his eyes gradually softened and he asked her, "Why are you up?"

Chu Ruoyan raised her head and said with a smile: "I heard that the second brother has finally entered the palace. I will come to pick you up."

"..."

"After all, I want to see my second brother earlier."

Yu Wenye was silent for a moment and then said: "There is no rush to meet each other for a while, your health is still important."

And it was only then that Shang Ruyi saw clearly that Chu Ruoyan's clothes were gorgeous. She wore a straight-collared dress today. However, because her neck was slender and white, even though it was half covered by the straight collar. , but a small half of the white neck was still exposed, and a deep red mark could be faintly seen on it.

This should be what she had before——

Doing such a decisive thing will not leave any more trauma, but such traces are unavoidable and cannot be deceived. In other words, Chu Ruoyan was already determined to die at that time and really had no hope of life. .

Shang Ruyi couldn't help but feel palpitations.

And just when she was breathing heavily, those bright autumn eyes also turned to her. After a clear light flashed, Chu Ruoyan smiled and said: "Sister."

Shang Ruyi almost instinctively wanted to call her Princess, but fortunately, she reacted quickly enough and stopped before she could speak. Chu Ruoyan obviously noticed her clumsiness at this moment, and smiled slightly and said: "Sister, you can call me Ruoyan."

"...Ruo Yan."

Chu Ruoyan's smile deepened a little.

And Shang Ruyi felt even more emotional - this was not the first time Chu Ruoyan called her sister. When she called her that at first, she was not used to it, but this golden princess was... Friendship with her sincerely; later, after they came to Daxing City, the Crescent Princess experienced the torture of losing her country and her family, and her temper became sharp. When she called her again, the "Sister" Er The words also became surly.

Now, hearing this "sister" again, it seems different from before.

There is no simple sweetness and closeness like in the past, nor is there any acrimony and surliness in the future. There is only a kind of peace and contentment that a long-cherished wish has come true, like a piece of light feather, blown by the wind, floating in the sky involuntarily for an unknown period of time. , and finally landed firmly.

Yu Wenye looked at them quietly and said at this time: "Let's go. If you have anything to say, we can talk about it over there."

After speaking, he walked forward.

Shang Ruyi naturally followed, and Chu Ruoyan also turned around and followed him. Aunt Hui followed quietly with everyone behind her.

The group of them passed through several palace gates, and the scenery in front of them was both familiar and unfamiliar.

Just when Shang Ruyi was in a daze, thinking that her future years, and possibly even the second half of her life, would be spent in this gorgeous and solemn Nine Layers and Three Halls, the fragrant wind blew around her, and Chu Ruoyan walked up to her side and whispered softly Said: "Sister."

"...!"

Shang Ruyi unconsciously became nervous again.

Of course she knew that she would face many complicated people and things after entering the palace. Shen Wuzheng had told her long ago, but what she didn't expect was that the first person and thing she faced would be Chu Ruoyan. .

But she still reluctantly pursed her lips and made a smile: "What's the matter?"

Chu Ruoyan looked at her, her eyes filled with autumn water, bright and moving, now no longer had the scheming and sinister attitude when they met in the Yichun Palace, nor the sharpness and anger of the confrontation in the Taiji Palace, but almost dead water. Unruffled calm.

She suddenly smiled and said: "Sister, don't be nervous."

"..."

"Mother - mother, on the night she saved me, she also threatened me with death."

"……what?!"

Shang Ruyi's eyes widened suddenly, but fortunately, she subconsciously tightened her emotions from the moment she stepped into the Xuanwu Gate, so even though she was greatly shocked at this moment, she did not lose her voice, but her low and hoarse voice remained Full of panic: "The Queen Mother, she——"

A trace of sadness rippled in the autumn water in Chu Ruoyan's eyes, and she said solemnly:
"She said, if I want to survive, live well, and stay with my second brother, I must accept my fate, get along well with you, and I can't have other thoughts."

"..."

"Otherwise, I won't get anything, and I won't even be able to keep her and my little brother."

"..."

"So I accepted my fate."

"..."

"So, from now on, I will be worthy of your sister, as long as I can stay in-"

As she said that, she raised her eyes and looked at the tall back of Yu Wenye not far away in front of her. The admiration and love in her eyes were beyond words. It seemed that they had always been like this. Then she said: "Stay by his side, I have nothing else to ask for."

"..."

Shang Ruyi looked at her and said nothing.

Although she had been jealous of the Crescent Princess in the past when she didn't understand Yu Wenye's thoughts, until now, from ordinary people's perspective, she had achieved a great victory. However, she There was still a hint of envy towards her.

She envied that a person could devote all his heart and soul to love and hate.

But she didn't seem to dare.

Even in Dayan Temple, she got Yu Wenye's promise and knew his feelings for her, but now, in this position, she could no longer abandon everything and enjoy love.

Maybe this is the price of "getting".After saying those words, Chu Ruoyan was originally waiting for her response, but when she saw a trace of inexplicable emotion in Shang Ruyi's eyes, she couldn't help but frown: "What are you looking at me for?"

"..."

Only then did Shang Ruyi come back to his senses.

Looking at the bright and moving face in front of her that always amazed her, she smiled slightly and said, "Don't worry."

"..."

"You have stayed with him, and no one can stop you, including me."

Chu Ruoyan did not immediately respond to the words that should have reassured her. She just looked at Shang Ruyi quietly for a while, then slowly turned her head and continued to look forward. When Shang Ruyi could not see or hear, , there was a hint of bitterness in her eyes, and she murmured: "Only you..."

While talking, they had already passed through Anren Gate.

Directly in front is a large and spacious field that is almost as far as the eye can see. A gorgeous palace stands in front of it. It is the residence given to King Qin and Princess Qin by Yu Wenyuan - Qianqiu Palace.

And a palace garden next to the west side of Qianqiu Palace is the Princess Courtyard.

It was the former residence of the Crescent Princess.

Logically speaking, after the change of dynasties, the identity of Princess Chu Ruoyan disappeared. Now she is just the concubine of King Qin, so she cannot stay in the Princess Courtyard. However, due to Chu Chengfei's abdication and Empress Dowager Jiang's stay in Taiji Hall, The final word allowed Yu Wenyuan to retain the last dignity for the Chu dynasty, so Chu Ruoyan could still stay in the Princess Courtyard in the palace. However, this place may have to be renamed.

However, Shang Ruyi's attention was still on their Qianqiu Palace.

Taking the people closer slowly and climbing up the steps, they saw that the hall was spacious and bright. Facing north and south, it was warm in winter and cool in summer. There were also many pine trees planted around the walls outside the palace. Because they were properly pruned, not only It did not block the sunlight, but instead made the palace look stable and restrained, and there was a faint majestic air surrounding the hall.

This kind of aura suits Yu Wenye's temper very well.

Moreover, the furniture inside has been placed. Although it is the furnishings of the palace, it is not too luxurious. Firstly, Yu Wenyuan is preparing to ascend the throne, so it should not be too ostentatious; secondly, it is also due to Yu Wenye's preference. The entire Qianqiu Palace was decorated to their liking.

Although he had always been apprehensive about moving into the palace, at this time, Shang Ruyi still smiled with satisfaction.

At this time, the servants behind him also moved in the delicate boxes that had been packed from the Duke's Mansion.

Aunt Hui stepped forward, saluted the three of them and said, "Your Highness, King Qin, Princess, Madam, and your servants will take their leave first."

Yu Wenye raised his head and glanced ahead, saying, "Aunt Hui is going to serve my father? Is my father in the Tai Chi Palace now?"

Aunt Hui also looked up at him and said with a smile: "Of course, the slaves are also going to serve His Majesty."

"...?"

Yu Wenye's expression condensed, but Aunt Hui had already bowed again, turned around and left with the others.

Shang Ruyi, who was standing aside, frowned slightly, and walked forward, watching her disappear at the palace entrance in front of her. But obviously, that direction was not to the Tai Chi Palace where the emperor lived, but to the east of the Princess Courtyard. The place went.

Over there - where is it?
Just when they both hesitated, Chu Ruoyan on the side said softly: "Second brother, sister, don't you know yet that the King of Han has also entered the palace?"

"what?"

Yu Wenye frowned, and Shang Ruyi immediately turned to look at her: "The King of Han enters the palace? Shouldn't he open a palace and build teeth?"

Chu Ruoyan said: "I also heard from people around me that because the King of Han could not find a suitable mansion to build a palace, your Majesty gave him the Chengqing Palace to live temporarily."

Chengqing Hall is just to the east of the Princess Courtyard. During the period when the plague was rampant and the inner palace was closed, Yu Wenyuan had been working here as the Prime Minister.

Yu Wenye and Shang Ruyi glanced at each other subconsciously. Both of their eyes were slightly worried, but they didn't say anything clearly. After all, Yu Wenyuan had just announced the reward for his two sons yesterday, allowing the King of Han to build a palace. Ya's privileges were also temporarily added to that document, so Yuwen Sui was naturally not prepared in advance.

If you want to change the Duke's Mansion into the Han Palace, it is not impossible. After all, as the prince's son, it is natural for Yuwen Sui to inherit that mansion. But if you just live in it without any modification at all, it will be enough to open a mansion and build teeth. It doesn't seem like a privilege, but rather a sign of neglect.

This arrangement is indeed the most appropriate now.

In other words, the residence of the King of Han and the residence of the King of Qin were separated only by the Baifu Palace where the emperor used to entertain guests. Although it was indeed not that close compared to when they lived in the Duke's Mansion, it seems that now , not that far away.

No wonder Aunt Hui answered them like that just now.

But I don’t know why, this most appropriate arrangement made the two of them always feel that something was wrong, and they didn’t know what was wrong. But they didn’t have extra time to think about other things at this time. After all, it was already past noon, and they still There is so much to pack.

So Shang Ruyi immediately led Tu Sheer and the others to start packing their luggage.

After a long day of work, the Qianqiu Palace was finally tidy and clean. At dusk, the golden sunlight shone on the flat floor, and an inexplicable gorgeous atmosphere surrounded them, making people feel relaxed and happy.

But at this moment, they saw someone carrying something passing by outside the palace wall.

Shang Ruyi immediately asked: "What are you carrying?"

Those people stopped immediately. They were several young eunuchs. When they saw it was her, they hurriedly came forward to salute, and then said with a smile: "Your Highness, Princess Qi, the slaves are going to the Princess Courtyard to change the plaques."

"Oh?"

When Shang Ruyi heard this, he raised his head slightly and saw that they were carrying a huge plaque.

There are three big characters in the letter - Jinyuyuan.

Gold, jade, garden?
Shang Ruyi only recited two words silently in her heart, but she immediately recalled that it meant golden branches and jade leaves. Although Chu Ruoyan was no longer the princess of golden branches and jade leaves, Yu Wenyuan still used these three words to promise her glory for the rest of her life. Wealth, peace and security.

It can be regarded as a small price for his peaceful succession to the Chu Dynasty.

Shang Ruyi smiled and nodded, and simply said: "These words are really well written. Go and put them on quickly."

The young eunuchs wiped their sweat, and one of them laughed and said: "These words are just okay. It is still the palace of His Highness the King of Han. The inscription is really good. It was written by His Majesty himself."

"...?"

Shang Ruyi was stunned and immediately asked: "Isn't the Chengqing Hall where the King of Han lives? Do you need to change the plaque?"

The little eunuch nodded: "Yes."

Yu Wenye, who had been silent all this time, suddenly stepped forward: "What did you change?"

The little eunuch said softly: "Chengqian Palace."