phoenix jiuxiao

Chapter 104

Along the way, the carriage was so silent that even the air seemed to be solid, making it suffocating.

Fortunately, the Prime Minister's Mansion is not very far away, otherwise Mei Junhan would have gone crazy.

Qin Xiang's etiquette is very thoughtful, so Qin Yuxuan has been leading them in, but it is not in the main hall to entertain guests, but in the study.

Seeing Mei Junhan, Qin Xiang couldn't help being slightly taken aback.

Qin Yuxuan personally delivered the tea, and then stood behind Prime Minister Qin.

Recalling what his grandma told him that day, this woman...is actually Su Hailing, Princess Ruiqing who almost became his wife back then?

In his memory, the only time he saw Su Hailing was at the Fenghexuan banquet more than three years ago, but at the time he was too nervous and concentrated on how to perform, and didn't see her appearance clearly.What's more... He was too embarrassed to stare at a woman's face.

And now Su Hailing, when he met for the first time in the other courtyard of the Qin Mansion, his heart was deeply touched by his hearty and resolute temperament. He is no longer the gorgeous doll in memory, but a living, flesh and blood person. , It is so dazzling.

"I don't know if the prime minister is recruiting, what's the important thing?" Su Hailing took a sip of tea, asked slowly, but couldn't help frowning.

Feeling Qin Yuxuan's resentful gaze, she also felt a little uncomfortable.

"Has the princess already met His Majesty?" Qin Xiang smiled.

Su Hailing secretly cursed "Old Fox", but said indifferently on his face: "That's right. What advice does the Prime Minister have?"

"It's the old minister who wants to ask Her Royal Highness the Princess for advice." Qin Xiang said.

Su Hailing heard the change in her self-proclaim, smiled slightly, but was noncommittal.

"Could it be that Your Highness looks down on the old minister?" Qin Xiang said, a gleam flashed in his eyes.

"Don't dare." Su Hailing took another sip of tea, and said leisurely, "Your Excellency, the Prime Minister, is a model for my courtiers. Hailing is young and inexperienced, how can he bear the word 'advising'?"

When Qin Xiang heard the words, he laughed instead of anger.

Dayong Dongliang, a model of courtiers?

Su Hailing lowered his eyes slightly. Some words don't need to be said too clearly. For an old fox like Qin Xiang who has spent most of his life in the officialdom, it is enough to show his tongue a little.

Qin Yuxuan looked curiously at his grandma, then at Su Hailing, unable to figure out what kind of riddle they were playing.Even though he is extremely intelligent, he is a man raised in a deep boudoir after all, so his sense of government affairs is too insensitive.

On the other hand, Mei Junhan smiled.

As expected, this woman became more and more adapted to her identity, and became more and more imposing.She...is a born king, destined to stand on the top of the world for everyone to look up to.

"This son belongs to His Highness..." Qin Xiang asked curiously.

"His surname is Mei, and he is my side lord." Su Hailing answered very simply.

"Mei... a distant relative of Mei Hanlin's family? No wonder they look familiar." Qin Xiang smiled lightly.

Mei Junhan was stunned for a moment, he is a genuine Southern Chu person, how could he become relatives with Dayong, a Hanlin?It's simply an irreconcilable relationship.

Su Hailing nodded and smiled as a thank you.

Mei Junhan didn't realize the trick, but she understood it.I'm afraid it's not that Qin Xiang doesn't know Mei Junhan's real identity, it's just that... Xuanming Palace Master, this title can't be mentioned in the open, if she doesn't have a decent identity, it will be difficult for her to marry in a fair manner.

Qin Xiang is trying to sell Su Hailing, and as for how to get Mei Hanlin's family to recognize this "relative", he must also arrange it.

Mei Junhan frowned, since she couldn't figure it out, she simply let him go.

"Xuan'er." Qin Xiang turned around and ordered, "Take Mr. Mei to the back garden for a walk, it seems that the spring plums there are blooming just right."

"Yes." Qin Yuxuan agreed.

Mei Junhan couldn't help but rolled his eyes secretly, let himself, a murderous Jiang Hu person, go to enjoy the flowers?Thankfully she figured it out!

Su Hailing patted his hand reassuringly.

Although there was nothing that Mei Junhan could not know, since Prime Minister Qin wanted to have a private conversation with her, there was no need for her to go against her wishes.

Mei Junhan glanced at her dissatisfied, and followed Qin Yuxuan out.

The garden of the Xiangfu is naturally beautifully built, with a bay of clear streams and shadowy plum blossoms, dotted with exquisite rockeries and water pavilions from time to time, making it appear quiet and natural.

Most of the plum trees have burst into red flower buds, and the breeze blowing in the face is mixed with a faint fragrance, which makes people feel refreshed.

However, Qin Yuxuan's mind was not on the beautiful scenery in front of him.

Although Mei Junhan behind him followed him step by step, just like in the carriage, he kept a straight face and didn't say a word.Moreover, for some reason, in front of this man, he always felt a sense of oppression, as if he was facing those generals who often visited his home, but the subtleties were different.

Perhaps it was ordered in advance, apart from them, there was no sign of any servants in the garden.

Qin Yuxuan was biting his lips while walking, the belt in his hand had already been wrung out of shape.

Mei Junhan was also very helpless, why would he want to wander around in this ghostly place with this person he didn't like?Like a fool.

Turning his eyes absently, what caught his eyes was plum blossoms in full bloom on the branches.Su Hailing's words suddenly came to mind again: You are like a plum blossom, the more you weather the frost and snow, the stronger your character becomes.

Unknowingly, he stopped in his tracks, staring blankly at Kazuki's blooming red plums.

Qin Yuxuan walked a few steps, only to realize that the people behind hadn't followed. Looking back, he saw that he was staring at a plum tree in a daze. He didn't know whether he should go forward to wake him up. He hesitated for a while, always embarrassed Indecision.

On the other side, there were two men missing in the study, and the atmosphere suddenly became serious.

"Has Your Majesty passed on His Highness?" Qin Xiang asked very simply, without any intention of beating around the bush.

"Is there a difference?" Su Hailing raised his eyebrows.

"No matter what, the name of Dayi can still come in handy in many cases." Qin Xiang said indifferently.

"The prime minister is right." Su Hailing said with a light smile, "The Jade Seal of Chuanguo and the imperial edict of passing on the throne have already been handed over to me by Miss Huang."

"That's good." Qin Xiang nodded with satisfaction, and said, "King An and King Jin, what do you want your Highness to do?"

"As long as they control the military power in the capital, they won't be able to cause any trouble." Su Hailing said plainly.

"It seems that the master that the Lan family really considers is His Highness?" Qin Xiang said movedly.

Su Hailing remained silent, just picked up the teacup, and covered the expression on his face with the posture of drinking tea.Naturally, she would not tell Qin Xiang that it was not the Lan family who was loyal to her, but Lan Qinshuang.

After all, Qin Xiang is not one of his own, so giving her a little more confidence won't hurt.

"Your Highness is really not easy. You can develop such power in just three years." Qin Xiang praised.

"Don't dare, Hailing is young, and he still has a lot to learn from the Prime Minister." Su Hailing smiled.

"Don't dare." Qin Xiang also laughed along with him.

After receiving Su Hailing's assurance, her heart was more than half relieved.After all... even if he is a loyal minister of Dayong and the Queen, he must guarantee the status of the Qin family, right?As a human being, there is no one who is truly selfless.

"What do you think of my grandson, Your Highness?" Qin Xiang said with a smile.

Here it comes again... Su Hailing sighed secretly, patted himself on the head with a wry smile.

This old fox... is he afraid that his grandson won't be able to marry?Even if you don't look at the family background of the prime minister's family, just relying on Qin Yuxuan's appearance and talent, are you afraid that no good woman is willing to marry?
"Your Majesty's secret decree to keep him until now is for the next heir apparent. Could it be that Your Highness really doesn't understand." Qin Xiang also said helplessly.

Su Hailing was speechless, of course she understood, very clearly!

Qin Xiang's hidden power in the court is too great. Her disciples are all over the court and the public. Together, they are a very huge force. If she does not stand by the emperor's side, the position of the new emperor will definitely not be secure.

Fortunately, unfortunately, Qin Xiang has such a precious grandson under his knees, so marriage is naturally the best way.

"There's no rush for this matter." Su Hailing took a deep breath, planning to delay it first.

"Alright." Qin Xiang nodded without pressing too much.

Anyway, after the new emperor ascends the throne, it is inevitable that there will be a draft, so there is no need to make her unhappy at this moment.At the same time, taking time can also cultivate relationships.

Su Hailing shook his head, skipping this topic for now.

"It's getting late, Your Highness will have lunch here." Qin Xiang said, not allowing her to refuse, got up and opened the door of the study, and ordered his servants to prepare a banquet.

"Then I have to thank you, Prime Minister." Su Hailing couldn't refuse, so he had to say.

"It should be." Qin Xiang said with a smile.

"The weather is very good today, let's go to the garden to get some fresh air." Su Hailing suggested.

"Xuan'er won't eat His Highness's sweetheart." Qin Xiang said, while making a "please" gesture.

Hearing this, Su Hailing couldn't help rolling his eyes towards the sky.With Qin Yuxuan's temperament, he still wants to bully Mei Junhan?It's fine if Mei Junhan doesn't give him a look.

Sure enough, as soon as they entered the garden, the two saw Mei Junhan standing under a plum tree in a daze, and Qin Yuxuan beside him, frowning tightly, as if he wanted to scream but didn't dare to speak.

Su Hailing was angry and funny, stepped forward and put his arms around Mei Junhan's waist, and followed his gaze: "Why, is this plum blossom a rare species? It can make you fascinated."

"Nonsense!" Mei Junhan rolled her eyes, broke free from her hand, and lightly reprimanded, "Don't touch your hands."

Su Hailing smiled, took him by the hand and walked around a few more steps, appreciating: "The garden of the Prime Minister's house is really nice."

"It's sunny today, how about serving lunch under the plum tree?" Qin Xiang smiled.

"That's a good idea." Su Hailing nodded, and added in his heart: Of course, without you, the old fox, it would be better just me and Junhan!
The servants of the Prime Minister's Mansion were indeed very efficient in their work. After a while, a few waiters spread the tablecloth on the stone table and set the tableware. When everything was ready, the steaming dishes began to be served one after another.

"Your Highness, Mr. Mei, please." Qin Xiang said.

Su Hailing was also polite, and pulled Mei Junhan to sit down.

"These are authentic famous dishes in the capital, and you can't eat them in other places." Qin Xiang and Qin Yuxuan sat on the other two sides of the table and introduced them.

"It's been a long time indeed." Su Hailing said indifferently.

The dishes are indeed exquisite and delicious, but in such an environment, it is difficult to have a good appetite. In order not to spoil Prime Minister Qin's face, Su Hailing reluctantly tasted all the dishes.

Mei Junhan didn't like Dayong's food, but fortunately he was used to wandering in the rivers and lakes, so he wasn't picky about food. Anyway, as long as it was something that wouldn't kill anyone, he could eat it without changing his face.

Qin Yuxuan kept his head down, only holding the two dishes in front of him with his chopsticks, and didn't say a word.

Throughout the dinner table, Su Hailing and Qin Xiang could be heard chatting one after another.

After finally finishing this embarrassing lunch, Su Hailing hurriedly got up to say goodbye.

"Xuan'er, send your Highness off." Prime Minister Qin didn't keep anyone, just ordered.

"Yes." Qin Yuxuan replied in a low voice.

Su Hailing can only sigh, seeing the old fox still doesn't give up, this...it's almost a forced marriage...the weather hasn't warmed up yet, and the peach blossoms haven't even bloomed yet, can you stop them from falling on her head one by one? ?

Insisting on sending Qin Yuxuan to the gate of Xiangfu, Su Hailing also refused the carriage, and only took Mei Junhan to stroll back.

"Trouble!" Mei Junhan let out a cold snort when Xiangfu was left far behind.

"I don't even know who is the source of trouble!" Su Hailing pouted, took out a silk scarf, covered his face, and turned his head to stare back at the guys who were poking around.

I should have known that Mei Junhan should not be dressed like this. Walking on the road is really annoying!

Sigh... If I had known this, I would have let the old fox send a carriage to take them back!

"What kind of dry vinegar are you drinking?" Mei Junhan said angrily.

"Authentic Shanxi aged vinegar!" Su Hailing said.

"What is that?" Mei Junhan couldn't help being stunned, "Dayong Shanxi County doesn't produce vinegar."

Su Hailing smiled "hehe", this Shanxi is not that Shanxi, the old Shanxi mature vinegar in her era was very famous.

"Forget it, I'm too lazy to talk to you." Mei Junhan said.

While talking, the two had arrived at the newly opened grain store.

Meng Ruyan, who was instructing the workers to unload the grain, saw them and hurried up to meet them.

"Ruyan, how is it?" Su Hailing stopped her from saluting and asked in a low voice.

"The first batch of food has already arrived, and there was very little loss on the way." Meng Ruyan said, "Miss, do you want to come in and have a look?"

"You are busy, I will not disturb you." Su Hailing shook his head, and then instructed, "Remember my words, be careful, don't make mistakes."

"Miss, don't worry." Meng Ruyan replied dryly, and went back to the shop to direct.

"Go back." Mei Junhan said calmly.

"It's rare to come out, so let's have a good time shopping." Su Hailing smiled, and sure enough, he dragged him to the market for a long time, and bought a lot of odds and ends along the way.

Mei Junhan was originally in a very depressed mood in the prime minister's mansion, but gradually he relaxed, with a faint smile showing between his brows.

(End of this chapter)