Daming: I am the Crown Prince

Chapter 131: The Crown Prince's Concubine (Please subscribe!)
She has an oval face and looks smart and pretty, she is indeed a beauty.

However, no matter how smart Xu Miaojin was at ordinary times, she was unable to react at this moment.

Her eldest and second sisters were both princesses, and she thought she would most likely become one in the future. But she didn't expect that this time when she entered the palace, she was originally planning to embroider and bless the princess like other women from noble families, but how did it turn out that the emperor directly granted her a marriage?
But Xu Miaojin didn't dare to refute at all, because the founding emperor's aura was too strong.

As for the other wives of nobles, they all looked at each other, but did not dare to say anything more.

Old Zhu glanced at Zhu Yunhuan, and he was so proud. He was sure of Zhu Yunhuan, and knew that although this grandson was bold, he would also protect him the most.

In such an occasion, it was impossible for the grandson to refute anything. Especially since he had just lost his temper, even if he was brave, he would not continue to resist at this time, unless it was about other things.

Old Zhu looked at Xu Miaojin and said, "Everyone says that you are intelligent and kind-hearted. Now the Crown Prince is filial, so you can be a good match. Tiande and I are familiar with each other. Your brother is also the head of the nobles. If you become the Crown Prince's consort, the country will have no worries."

After saying this, he turned away, and the matter was settled. He just wanted these women to spread some words, such as that he was angry.

Even if other people knew about it, they would not think it was because of the treasure banknotes. They would only think that the emperor was angry because the crown prince did not want to marry Xu Miaojin.

If the emperor was "sick" and the crown prince was "weak" last year, perhaps someone would dare to try to touch the bottom line.

But it’s different now. Many people are now afraid that the emperor will cause trouble.

Seeing Old Zhu leave, Zhu Yunhuan looked at Princess Anqing and Princess Ningguo, "Aunt, aunt, do you know about this?"

Princess Ningguo quickly explained, "How would I know? It's just that my father asked us to pay more attention to the wives of nobles and see if there are any women of the right age who are suitable."

Princess Anqing also said, "I don't know that much either. It was all my father's idea!"

The two aunts didn't seem to be lying, and looking at the two confused sisters, Zhu Yunhuan shook his head.

Looking at Xu Miaojin, Zhu Yunxun said, "Get up, everyone. It's hard to say what has happened."

After saying this, Zhu Yunhuan was about to leave, but Princess Anqing quickly grabbed him and said, "I'm about to get married, so I can't stay in the East Palace for long. Can't you just talk to me?"

Princess Ningguo pulled Xu Miaojin, whose pretty face was blushing, and said, "It's a good opportunity for you two to talk. Yunxun also likes to read history, so I think you can chat together."

Zhu Yourong immediately said, "My favorite is the Book of the Later Han. I remember my grandfather praised me for my good reading of the Comprehensive Mirror for Aid in Government."

Zhu Youling nodded repeatedly and said, "I'll go make a pot of tea. There's no rush for the embroidery."

Chang Lan also smiled and said, "Your Highness, I am being rude. Let me have a word with you."

The downside of being a minor is that sometimes your status doesn't work in front of your elders. Especially since Zhu Yunhuan, the crown prince, has never been unkind, but is very kind to his family, it's even harder to leave.

Xu Miaojin must be a bit overwhelmed, although she is a lively person and has been noticed by many women in the past. But at this moment, those gossiping eyes are about to overshadow her.

I wanted to go find my sister-in-law, but she was already chatting happily with the founding duke's wife, Chang Feng. I had never heard that they had a good relationship before.

While Chang Lan was talking to Princess Anqing and Princess Ningguo, Zhu Yourong and Zhu Youling were dragged away by the other princesses and hid far away. Only Zhu Yunhuan and Xu Miaojin were left.

No matter whether it was intentional or not, the opportunity has been created.

Zhu Yunhuan thought about it and said, "You should know the situation well. Neither you nor I can make the decision."

Xu Miaojin said crisply, "I know that marriages in wealthy families have always been like this. Your Highness is the crown prince, so it is even more so."

"I was also set up." Zhu Yunhuan found it a little funny and said, "You know, you have been to the Kaiping Palace for more than two years, but you don't have to be deliberate. Just be what you normally are, and don't think about marriage all the time."

Xu Miaojin still said, "I dare not."

No matter what she did in the past, after leaving the palace today, the rules of the family will definitely become more strict. The royal family cannot make jokes, and the Xu family dare not make jokes about some things.

Zhu Yunhuan laughed, "It's okay to ask your close friends to talk, and it's okay to go out for an outing or a boat trip. It's nothing more than asking for some guards. How about this, I should go out for an outing in a few days, and you can follow me then."

Things like going out of town for an outing are also traditions, just like the annual ploughing ceremony or autumn hunting, which are also customs.

Xu Miaojin bravely asked, "Your Highness, are you familiar with the Book of the Later Han and the Comprehensive Mirror for Aid in Government?"

Zhu Yunhuan replied, "You are exaggerating. I just read it a few times and know a little bit. I don't read books to understand them thoroughly. I just read a lot of books and remember some of them."

Xu Miaojin seemed relieved and said, "Although I like reading history books, I don't seek to understand them in depth. If Your Highness is familiar with history books, I will definitely study them when I return." Zhu Yunhuan looked at Xu Miaojin and said with a smile, "No need. I am afraid of marrying a female scholar. I have never liked reading since I was a child. I just read a lot. If I really want to explain the mysteries in detail and quote classics word by word, I am afraid I will never be able to do it in my lifetime."

Zhu Yunhuan and Xu Miaojin were talking and laughing, and many of them were smiling. It seemed that this was a good match.

Even if they are not childhood sweethearts, I hope they can respect each other and not just appear in name only.

The Crown Prince was of noble birth and looked heroic. Xu Miaojin was beautiful and smart, and could be considered a beauty.

After a brief chat, Zhu Yunhuan saw that it was almost time, so he returned to the study. He was really not used to the atmosphere here, everyone was looking at him secretly, which was really uncomfortable.

Seeing Zhu Yunhuan go into the study, Zhu Yourong immediately said to Xu Miaojin, "Yunhuan is thoughtful and likes quietness."

Zhu Youling immediately added, "We don't know how he is in the court, but he is the crown prince, so he should be generous. But in private, he is peaceful and likes to joke. If he jokes, don't think too much about it, talk to him more, so that he won't be alone."

Xu Miaojin's face flushed, but at this time she could only listen patiently, and she still had to remember it in her heart. These things were not trivial matters. If Zhu Yourong and Zhu Youling hadn't reminded her, she would have needed some time to figure it out in the future.

Princess Anqing stepped forward and said, "Okay, think about it later. It's not right for a family to be without a mistress for three generations, so it's only natural to talk to Yunhu. His Majesty chose you, and your background is of course not to be mentioned. He still thinks you can handle the situation. I, the Crown Prince Consort of the Ming Dynasty, should not be petty, do you understand?"

In fact, there are still legitimate crown princesses now, such as Crown Princess Lu, who has not been deposed, otherwise it would be too disrespectful to Zhu Biao.

But now everyone has tacitly agreed not to mention it, and the Crown Princess can only be Crown Princess Chang.

Seeing Xu Miaojin nod, Princess Anqing said, "For the next two years, you should practice managing the affairs of the mansion. You have always been known for your intelligence, so this shouldn't be a problem for you."

Xu Li, who was standing next to her, nodded repeatedly. She would go back and teach her sister-in-law how to manage things. This was a big deal. Even though there was no marriage certificate or official decree yet, no one dared to ignore it.

This is the Crown Prince’s Consort. From now on, the descendants of Prince Zhongshan will no longer have to envy the descendants of Prince Kaiping!

In the past two years, some people have said that the lineage of Prince Kaiping now has two dukes, and because of the presence of the crown prince, they are already the head of the nobles.

But now it was different. Even though Xu Huizu's military experience was not as good as Lan Yu, Fu Youde and others, and he seemed to be "a little bit behind" Chang Sheng in terms of family background, he didn't need to be envious anymore. Xu Huizu would soon be the legitimate leader of military honors.

Princess Anqing suddenly looked at all the women in the family and said, "From now on, the daughters of noble families must not bind their feet, and those with bound feet must not enter the royal family."

Some women with bound feet were a little worried. Their family backgrounds were naturally good, but if they were asked to marry down from noble families, they would definitely feel unhappy and would also worry about affecting the interests of their family.

If I can't become the Crown Prince's Consort, I can be a princess or a county princess, but it would be really not worth it if I couldn't enter the royal family just because of my bound feet.

Princess Ningguo also added, "If the daughter of a noble family binds her feet without permission, her father and brothers will both be punished."

Women with bound feet were not allowed to marry into the royal family, but some nobles felt sorry for their daughters or sisters and secretly bound their feet, and they were punished.

This is also to directly plug some loopholes, and also to make the world seem peaceful now, where many people begin to follow the culture, pick up the broken rules left over from the past, or even go a step further.

Xu Miaojin lowered her head, fortunately her skirt covered her feet. No wonder the two princesses had observed her feet seemingly unintentionally before, so this is what happened!
Zhu Yunhuan walked out of the study and said, "It will be the anniversary of the death of King Zhongshan in a few days. I will go to pay my respects."

Xu Da died of illness on February 27th of the 18th year of Hongwu, and his death anniversary was approaching.

Many people also felt that it was okay. In the past, the Crown Prince only paid homage to Empress Ma, the Crown Prince and the Crown Princess, and the Prince of Kaiping every year. Even when paying homage to the Prince of Kaiping, some officials felt that it was not necessary to go every year.

But now, paying homage to Xu Da has a different meaning.

Xu Miaojin's face flushed, and she lowered her head and was unable to speak, but different emotions seemed to be growing in her heart.

Many people have heard that the Crown Prince values ​​his relatives. However, even if the Crown Prince and Xu Miaojin's marriage is a marriage of convenience, it is likely that the Crown Prince is very satisfied with her, otherwise he would not have taken the initiative to mention the matter of worship.

Seeing Zhu Yunhuan was about to leave, Princess Anqing asked, "Where are you going?"

"Let's go eat!" Zhu Yunhuan said unhappily, "It's already this late. If I don't go to Wuying Palace to eat, I'll be chased and chopped again!"

Princess Anqing joked, "You've been chased many times before, so go to Fengxian Palace as usual!"

"I was rushed back today. This is all planned out!" Zhu Yunxun was even more depressed. "I won't say anything more. If I go back, there will definitely be more quarrels!"

Seeing Zhu Yunhuan swinging his sleeves without any manners, many female relatives began to imagine: This prince is really favored!
(End of this chapter)