The Legend of the Loved One

Chapter 80

Le'er's birthday was originally the Dragon Boat Festival, but considering that it was time for the festival again, and she was afraid that the clan members would be too busy at home, and there has always been a custom of holding a birthday party for children in advance, Chu Xue moved up Le'er's birthday party by three months. One day, on the second day of May, a birthday banquet was held for Le Er in the palace.

Normally, for lunch in the palace, the guests outside the palace would arrive around noon, while the concubines inside the palace would arrive early.

Li Jiaoyun and Song Ning were the first to arrive, today is not a holiday, there is no rest in the study, and the boy still needs to go to class, so the only one who can come to play with Leer is Song Ning and her sister.

The two little sisters meet almost every day and have a very good relationship. Song Ning likes her sister, and Leer also likes her sister. Now that she can walk, she chases after her all day long.The two mothers smiled and watched for a while, then let the wet nurses and maids look after them, and went to talk by themselves.

About two quarters of an hour later, a communication sounded outside the palace gate, and Concubine Ning came over.The two people who were talking stopped and greeted the youngest concubine.

Concubine Ning wore a light green palace dress today, and her hair accessories were very simple and elegant. Considering her status as a newcomer, this kind of attire was really low-key.Coupled with her petite stature, from a distance, she looks like a quiet and elegant lady in the jade years of someone's family, fresh and pleasant.

Concubine Ning first saluted Chu Xue, then exchanged salutes with Li Jiaoyun, and then said: "Today is the little princess's birthday, and my concubine has no expertise, so I specially sewed two purses for the princess. Empress does not dislike it, she can use it for the princess."

As soon as the words fell, the maid behind her immediately presented the gift, and Chu Xue ordered someone to take it, and found that there were indeed two exquisite purses.The embroidery on the purse is exquisite and exquisite, and people are full of praise. Chu Xue asked in surprise: "This purse is really made by my sister? My sister's hand is really skillful. If you don't tell me, I thought it was from the needlework bureau." The hand of the embroiderer!"

After finishing speaking, he showed it to Li Jiaoyun who was at the side, and Li Jiaoyun nodded in agreement.

Concubine Ning lowered her eyes and smiled, and said softly: "Your Majesty, congratulations! This concubine is clumsy, as long as you don't dislike it!"

Chu Xue nodded and smiled, motioning for her to sit down.

Not long after Concubine Ning sat down, Concubine Li also came over.Concubine Li is wearing a water-red palace dress today, coupled with the delicate makeup on her face, she looks very bright, at first glance, she is even more flamboyant than Chu Xue, the host.Seeing her like this, the hall that was still warm just now became much colder.Concubine Li approached, gave a light salute, and then said loudly: "This concubine has seen the imperial concubine."

Chu Xue nodded, and before she could say anything, she went straight to the maid behind her and said, "The concubine heard that today is the little princess's birthday, so she brought a special treasure to celebrate the princess. The jade pendant carved from Tianhe topaz symbolizes auspiciousness and longevity, and I hope that the imperial concubine will accept it with a smile."

Yan Ling behind him stepped forward to accept the gift, Chu Xue said: "Sister Lao, please take a seat."

"Thank you madam."

Concubine Li walked straight towards the seat, ignoring Li Jiaoyun and Concubine Ning who were standing all the time because she came in.

Seeing her like this, the two of them couldn't say anything, so they sat down in silence.

In fact, Concubine Li does not understand the etiquette of Daqi, but in her opinion, Concubine Rong and Concubine Ning have the same status as her, but she is born as a princess. No matter what, she should be more noble than these two. It is necessary to salute them.

Because Concubine Wan was still under confinement, everyone on the concubine's position came together. The empress and empress dowager were of high status, and they would only show up during the noon banquet. The imperial concubine Chu Xue became the most honorable person in the palace.

Because Concubine Ning and Concubine Li had just entered the palace not long ago, and it was the first time for such an occasion, Chu Xue introduced the two concubines and the guests to each other as the host. Most likely, with such a big show, it seems that another powerful master has ushered in this palace.

Due to the busy crowd in the palace today, Chu Xue was unable to say a few words to her mother and sister-in-law who entered the palace, but when she saw Mrs. Qin, she deliberately said a few words of concern.

She said: "I heard from the emperor yesterday that General Qin and brother-in-law had won the battle in the northwest, Madam, you can rest assured, your house has two generals from one family, it is really admirable!"

The clan wives on the side also praised him one after another.

The battle report ahead was sent to the palace as soon as possible, so when Chu Xue learned about the battle situation, Mrs. Qin was still unknown. Now hearing what Chu Xue said, this woman whose husband and son went to the battlefield together was finally relieved a little. The expression on her face was much better, Mrs. Qin said with a smile: "Your Majesty, being able to serve the country loyally is also a blessing for his father and son."

Chu Xue smiled and nodded, her dignified demeanor was more in line with her status, and the guests all praised her secretly.

But Concubine Li gritted her teeth silently, when will she be able to sit in her seat?

The luncheon was held on the Yingyue Terrace of the Imperial Garden.

Not long after Chu Xue led the crowd to arrive, the Queen and the Queen Mother arrived one after another. Because today is Le'er's once-in-a-lifetime birthday party, Song Chen also specially withdrew from government affairs and came to Yingyuetai to attend the banquet.When the holy car arrived, the guests were quite solemn, but Concubine Li was secretly happy. She prepared carefully for a month, and finally waited for the opportunity. The empress was right. Let Song Chen fall for her.

Because all the people attending the banquet were female relatives and rarely drank alcohol, the atmosphere was not as lively as other banquets. Although there were songs and dances to add to the fun, they were all in a soft tone. After watching it several times, Xu Jinhe, who was sitting on the queen's seat, suddenly spoke Said: "I heard that everyone in Jin Li Country is good at dancing, I wonder if it is credible?" She looked at Concubine Li.

Concubine Li got up and said: "What the empress said is true, in my Jinli country, no matter men, women or children, everyone is happy and good at dancing. It is very lively during the festival."

"Oh?" Xu Jinhe's eyes lit up, and she looked her up and down carefully, surprised: "Sister Li Concubine is really well dressed today, if she dances, she will surprise everyone." She looked at Song Chen and said: "Your Majesty, there are no outsiders and relatives present here today. I wonder if I could invite Sister Li Concubine to dance for us, so that we women who are boudoirs can broaden our horizons and see some exotic customs?"

Everyone at the banquet had a meal, no matter what, Concubine Li is an imperial concubine, and they are ministers' wives. It is simply too inappropriate for Concubine Li to condescend to sing and dance for them. Don't you understand this truth?Or could it be said that the empress did this because she was jealous of Concubine Li's youthful beauty and took the opportunity to humiliate her?Everyone secretly figured it out.

However, before Song Chen could speak, she saw that as the queen's voice fell, Concubine Li stepped forward a few steps to the emperor, smiled politely and charmingly, and said: "The concubine is willing to perform a dance for your majesty, please allow me. "

In just one sentence, the voice is unknowingly how many times sweeter than usual.

At this point, everyone understood that the Empress and Concubine Li were singing together, not jealousy, they were clearly helping Concubine Li to compete for favor!Concubine Li dared to recommend herself like this at the banquet. She must have a good dancing posture. She will perform a charming and enchanting dance later, and there will be no other men at the banquet. Who is she trying to confuse?

Everyone sighed, it turned out that the empress was really at odds with Concubine Yi, otherwise why would she think of such a way to make Concubine Li show off, and choose such a day as today?
In fact, everyone guessed right, this was indeed specially arranged by the empress, but she couldn't choose today.Song Chen has been to the palace once since the newcomer first entered the palace, and has never set foot in those three palaces since then. It is still the same as before. Either he rests in Qinzheng Palace by himself, or he still goes to Yufu Palace. The newcomers here are like none, and they can't arouse his interest at all.

Seeing that Concubine Wan has been damaged, she can only focus on Concubine Li now.Concubine Li is different from the women in Daqi. Jin Li has always been more open-minded. As a princess, she can let go. She places her bet on Concubine Li, hoping that this enthusiastic woman can attract Song Chen's attention.

"The concubine is willing to perform a dance for His Majesty, please allow His Majesty."

At this moment, the empress and concubine Li both sang and opened their mouths, forcing Song Chen to have no way out, even if Song Chen's interest faded, he had no choice but to agree, saying: "It's so good, Concubine Lao Li will be here to cheer for the guests."

"Yes."

Concubine Li smiled like a flower, and immediately signaled to her maidservants, who moved a few steps to the music place to accompany her personally.

Accompanied by the sound of golden music, Concubine Li, dressed in red, danced slowly, swaying and slender waist, looking from a distance, like a hibiscus flower dancing in the spring breeze, it was indeed gorgeous and eye-catching.

Princess Li Yushang is actually Jin Li's best dancer beauty.

Among the guests, some secretly praised her graceful dancing posture, and some secretly looked at the expressions of the few present.

The corner of the queen's mouth was raised, she looked very satisfied, while Concubine Yi, who was overwhelmed by the guests, smiled lightly, and could hardly see any displeasure.

As for the king on the main seat, he held up his wine glass to enjoy the music and dance in the palace, his handsome face was clearly smiling, but it seemed that people could not feel his joy.

After flaunting in the hall for nearly a quarter of an hour, Concubine Li finally finished her dance. Her pink face was slightly sweaty, and she looked very attractive. The beauty bent her slender waist, saluted the king, and returned to herself seat.

The guests praised, and the queen even nodded.

Everyone was like this, Song Chen couldn't remain indifferent, he also said with a smile: "Good dance, come and give me a reward!"

Concubine Li who had just sat down stood up again, bowed her head towards Song Chen and said, "Thank you, Your Majesty!"

There was a panting in the voice that hadn't calmed down, which was actually a bit provocative.

Chu Xue raised her eyes with a smile, and glanced at the king seated above. When he looked at him, her cherry lips curled up slightly, showing a trace of resentment.No one knew that it was this trace of resentment that seemed to be there, but made the emperor's heart tremble. When his gaze became hot, she retracted it again, and lowered her eyes to only stare at the wine glass in front of her.He immediately understood that she was angry.

The beauty's well-timed resentment not only didn't displease Song Chen, but aroused pity in his heart. This kind of pity lasted until the night fell and he came to Yufu Palace after everyone dispersed, and then suddenly deepened.

He didn't let anyone know when he entered the door, but the beauty in front of the mirror still heard his footsteps, and when he was about to pounce on her to hug her, she got up slyly and missed him.

Seeing him raise his eyebrows, she bit her lips instead, "Aren't the emperor going to accompany the newcomer? Why are you still here?"

She is having little sex?
He suddenly froze.

He suddenly realized that since coming to him, she has always been docile and obedient. She has never looked like this before, but her behavior today made him realize that she is still a young girl, a young girl who always cares about him and loves him.

He took her into his arms, stared at those beautiful eyes and said: "If I really go to the newcomer, what will Xueer do?"

She pursed her lips, "If the emperor doesn't believe what he says, then the concubine, the concubine will ignore the emperor."

"you dare?"

His voice suddenly became hoarse, and he vigorously restrained the beauty's weak struggle, then suddenly picked her up, and hurried to the bed.

He wants to respond to her resentment and love with practical actions.

(End of this chapter)