first minister

Chapter 53
Father-in-law is the same as Master Qingtian.

They are things that most people in the world know about, but most of them have never seen.

For these "bumps" of Surabaya who are outside the gate of the palace at this moment, being able to hear the shout of the father-in-law in the palace is also a treatment that many people will never experience in their entire lives.

With a bit of novelty and apprehension, everyone walked in.

Naturally, on such an occasion as tonight, you don't come just as you want, and you all have invitations, so everyone has their own place.

Because of Wenhui Wenkui's relationship, Xia Jingyun also got the invitation card, and he was still in the first row, although he was almost at the door.

After each of them took their seats, everyone was solemn. This vast hall was silenced by the aftermath of power.

"The Empress De Concubine is here!"

Accompanied by another shout, Concubine De slowly walked in from the main entrance.

Everyone got up together and waited respectfully for Concubine De to walk to the high position in the middle in her gorgeous palace attire.

Muwei Yuanzhi of Sishui Prefecture was the first to shout, "See the concubine Defei! Your Majesty is blessed and safe!"

Everyone followed in unison, "See Defei Empress! My empress is blessed and safe!"

Concubine De said in a warm voice, "Excuse me, please sit down."

The sound was not loud, but because of the silence, Xia Jingyun could still hear clearly even when he was approaching the door.

After Concubine De said a few polite words, Zhou Mu said with a smile: "My lady Feng is driving back to her hometown, I will prepare a little gift to congratulate my lady!"

As he spoke and waved his hand, a servant lifted up a tree of coral.

There was a burst of exclamation in the entire hall.

Perhaps there was cooperation with Mr. Zhou Mu, but it is true that this tree coral is also considered a rare treasure for everyone present.

But there were also those who were indifferent, Xia Jingyun was naturally one of them, he had seen too much of this stuff.

Concubine De is another one. It's hard to say about other things in the palace, but there is absolutely no shortage of treasures.

So, she just smiled politely: "Thank you, Mr. Wei, Mr. Wei has a heart."

Zhou Mu sat down, and another person stood up, "Congratulations to welcome your mother back to her hometown, and I also have a gift to offer, to congratulate your mother!"

This is a dedicated court official, and he can also get a chance to present a gift in person.

While watching, Xia Jingyun suddenly realized how eye-catching he was.

No wonder Zheng Tianyu looked at him strangely at the end, full of gloating.

What this old Shangshu gave was a famous calligraphy painting, which was also very valuable, but it also failed to arouse the interest of Concubine De, and just accepted it politely.

After several big figures presented their gifts, a man dressed as a wealthy businessman stood up.

"Your Majesty has returned home this time, and we are all very happy, and the grassroots have also found a treasure, congratulations to your Majesty!"

As he spoke, he walked to the middle and knelt down, holding up a small box with both hands, and inside the box was a huge night pearl.

Concubine De smiled lightly, "You can see a night pearl, but such a big one is rare. You have a heart, what's your name?"

The wealthy businessman was overjoyed, "Hui Niangniang, a native of Hongti County, Sishui Prefecture, Caomin, surnamed Ji Mingguang, styled Boxiao."

Concubine De nodded, and the man retreated wisely.

Next, three or four others presented their rare treasures.

But unfortunately, it didn't arouse the interest of Empress Defei again.

In fact, Concubine De was quite helpless.

She is not the kind of person who is greedy for money, and she has seen a lot of these gold and silver treasures themselves.

What's more, she can only choose a few things she likes to keep from the things collected this time, and most of them will be returned to His Majesty and sent to the inner treasury.

I am so angry!

Xia Jingyun sat there, watching silently, feeling in his heart, what's the difference between this and collecting money publicly, this His Majesty really doesn't look like a wise king doing this.

But the development of the imperial court is something far away, as long as he hugs the beautiful legs of Concubine De, he can pass the imperial examination and climb up, even if the world changes in the future, it will be better than being completely helpless now.

"Your Majesty, the grass people also have treasures to offer, congratulations to your Majesty!"

Just when everyone thought there was no one there, Xia Jingyun stood up and walked quickly to the middle with the old box in his hand.

Those who knew him in Jiang'an County were all surprised, wondering what kind of tricks this young man who had repeatedly made big things was going to play.

But those who came from other counties and did not know Xia Jingyun's identity looked at this young man in ordinary clothes who was nothing but handsome, all with sarcasm on their faces.

Just like that, dare to show your shame in front of the Concubine De?

What can he get out, and he is not afraid that it will offend the empress if it is too bad. Is he really willing to give up his life just for the sake of speculation?

It's not that they look down on people, but that Xia Jingyun's outfit really doesn't look like he can get anything good.

Concubine De also looked at the young man, feeling a little helpless.

Unexpectedly, he really made a present in the hall.

Just now I asked my father, and my father said that he had prepared a gift for him on a business trip, but he didn't want it, so he had to give him a gift he had prepared himself.

So lofty, so reckless, the person she wants shouldn't make these mistakes!
Zheng Tianyu couldn't help laughing, he felt that he was the only one who knew the truth, this guy was clearly late, didn't understand the rules, and didn't have time to send out his tattered gift.

This is down, it's embarrassing.

The corners of his mouth curled up, and he looked at it seriously.

Under everyone's attention, Xia Jingyun opened the box and took out a round object from inside.

About six or seven inches in diameter, it looks like a plate?

Even with the concubine De concubine sitting in charge, there were unavoidable discussions and even sporadic laughter in the field.

"quiet!"

The old Huangmen, who was standing with his hands down, shouted in a sharp voice, and the hall immediately fell silent.

But it can hold the voice of the people, but it cannot hold the hearts of the people.

Everyone looked at the "plate" and sniggered in their hearts, this damn plate is here to give away, haha!
Where did this fool come from!

Zheng Tianyu's face was sullen, his posture was still so calm and calm, but finally he felt the pleasure of "revenge for the big revenge" in his heart.

Feng Xiuyun, who temporarily replaced Fan Yuejiao and pretended to be a concubine, looked at him with worry in her eyes.

Concubine De said, "I don't know what this is, what is it?"

Xia Jingyun picked up the "plate", unfolded the bracket on the back, then pointed to the other side covered with red cloth and said: "Your Majesty might as well uncover the cloth yourself, you can tell at a glance."

"Ridiculous! How precious is your lady, how can she look at something so unclear like you!"

A yellow door scolded.

"It's okay." Concubine De smiled unexpectedly, "This has aroused Bengong's interest. Xiuyun, go and help Bengong get it."

Feng Xiuyun, who was standing next to her, walked up, and Xia Jingyun specially told her, "Hold on tight and don't fall."

Feng Xiuyun is a little speechless, you really think this is a treasure!

She held it carefully, walked to Concubine De's desk, and put it down carefully.

Concubine De stretched out her hand and gently pinched the red cloth.

Then slowly pull away.

"ah!"

Concubine De, who has always been calm and composed, even before those rare treasures recognized by the world, has no expression fluctuations, but in front of this small "plate", she can't help but exclaim.

"Protect the lady!"

"Dare you thief!"

Immediately, some people thought that Concubine De had been frightened and became fussy.

"Silence! Your Majesty is fine!"

Fortunately, at this time, the old nanny who had been standing beside Concubine De yelled.

The sound is like a bell, and it seems to have good martial arts.

The crowd quieted down.

Concubine De didn't seem to hear the movement around her.

She just stared blankly.

In front of her was a piece of smooth glass mirror that she had never seen before.

The mirror was clearer than the best polished bronze mirror.

On the mirror surface, her elegant, graceful and unparalleled beauty was reflected.

It's not fuzzy at all, and every detail is clearly visible, this is an experience she has never had in her life!

It was even the first time for her to know every detail of her face so clearly.

After staring at it for a long time, she finally looked away reluctantly.

Can't help but sigh with emotion: "This thing, I love it very much! Thank you for being able to dedicate this thing to Bengong!"

Everyone in the hall was stunned, looking at each other with shock written in their eyes.

(End of this chapter)