Zhongshan Hou Mansion, Ruixiang Courtyard.

Located in the southeast area of ​​the back house, this is the courtyard prepared by Pei Yue for Lin Shuyue. If nothing else happens, she will live in this Ruixiang courtyard for the rest of her life.

The exterior of the courtyard is surrounded by pink walls, surrounded by green willows, three gatehouses with hanging flowers, and hand-curved verandahs on all sides. The corridors in the courtyard are connected with each other, embellished with rocks, and a plaque with the name "Ruixiang Yuan" hanging on the five buildings. The entire courtyard has a quiet environment and blooming flowers.

It is exquisitely carved, and the backyard is full of roses and peace flowers, as well as a pool.

Entering the main hall, you can see a picture of the nave from a distance, with the inscription "A tree is lightly frozen, and the forest is full of sparse pistils and fragrant flowers."

The font is strong and powerful. Although it does not have the character of a calligrapher, it has a majestic and majestic charm. It was written by Pei Yue himself. In fact, this couplet was also written by him. It not only cleverly embedded Lin Shuyue's name, but also compared her to

The plum blossoms stand proud of the snow and cold weather in winter, hence the name Ruixiangyuan.

After seeing this couplet, Lin Shuyue was filled with joy and was even more shocked by Pei Yue's talent.

I still remember that when we first met in Lingzhou, two wonderful poems made her fall in love, and this was how she later became half-committed.

"Miss Lin, I guess you haven't had any water for most of the day, so you should take off your hijab first and have some snacks."

Pei Ning's gentle voice awakened Lin Shuyue from her reverie, and she responded obediently: "Yes, Miss."

The maid standing next to him stepped forward and carefully took off the hijab.

Pei Ning looked at her charming appearance and couldn't help but admired sincerely: "My third brother is so lucky."

Lin Shuyue smiled shyly and said, "Thank you, Miss, for the compliment."

Pei Ning said gently: "There is no need to be so outspoken. Just follow my third brother and call me big sister."

Lin Shuyue was moved, lowered her head and responded: "Yes, eldest sister."

Peining smiled, turned around and waved to Liangyan who was standing next to him.

She took the red sandalwood treasure-inlaid square box from Liangyan and said to Lin Shuyue: "Miss Lin, third brother, he has walked through hardships step by step, but he has not changed his original intention when he is rich. You must know this better than me.

Please call me eldest sister, this bracelet is the gift I prepared for you, I hope you won’t refuse."

Pei Ning opened the square box, took out an oval-shaped white jade bracelet with one side of dark brown, and handed it to Lin Shuyue's hand.

Lin Shuyue had outstanding knowledge and could tell at a glance that this bracelet was of extraordinary quality. She said a little uneasily: "Sister, this gift is too expensive. Shuyue cannot afford it."

Pei Ning shook his head slightly and said with a smile: "This is not a reward from the heavenly family. If it were so, I would not dare to give it to you. This bracelet was a birthday gift I chose when I was twelve years old. It has been incubated for seven years, and

It can barely match your beauty."

Lin Shuyue couldn't refuse anymore. She carefully took the bracelet and put it on her left wrist. She stood up and said with blessing, "Shuyue, thank you, eldest sister."

Pei Ning stood up and accepted her gift, and then said warmly: "The third brother is pure and kind-hearted, but he is too busy. I hope Miss Lin can be considerate in the future."

Lin Shuyue smiled and said: "Shuyue understands and will not let the young master down."

Peining immediately became more and more satisfied, with smiles in his eyes.

At this moment, a maidservant walked in quickly, saluted and said: "Miss, the Marquis sent someone to send a message, asking Mrs. Lin to come forward quickly to receive the order."

Everyone looked at each other, and Pei Ning asked unexpectedly: "Are you sure you want Miss Lin to take over the order?"

The eldest maid bowed her head and said: "Yes, the palace eunuch brought the imperial edict and specified that Mrs. Lin should receive it."

Pei Ning thought for a moment, then smiled at the nervous Lin Shuyue and said, "Don't worry, it should be a good thing."

She pointed to several maids and said: "Hel Miss Lin put on the hijab, and then help her go to the front to receive the order. There will be a lot of people watching on the way, so don't bump into her."

"Yes, Miss." The maids responded in unison.

…

The hall of the front house of the Hou Mansion was full of guests and the atmosphere was festive.

Although important figures such as Wang Pingzhang, Mo Haoli and Luo Ting only sent congratulatory gifts and did not stay for a meal, and some other important ministers only sent their direct descendants to the banquet, most of the martial arts nobles in the capital still came in person

Being present can be said to have given Pei Yue, the new deputy commander of Beiying, a lot of face.

The banquet had just begun, and the palace eunuch came with the imperial edict.

The guests all looked at Pei Yue at the main table with envy, secretly guessing that His Majesty the Emperor was going to reward this young dignitary again. They couldn't help but sigh at the wonder of the world. A bastard who was in a difficult situation at the beginning could actually become the protagonist today.

In fact, even Pei Yue thought so, but the internal prison did not announce the order immediately. Instead, he asked Pei Yue to invite Mrs. Lin out.

Pei Yue was curious. If it had been normal, he would have personally handed a few banknotes to the inner prisoner and dug out some information from him. However, he did nothing today because there was still a person standing next to the inner prisoner who announced the order.

A young man with a calm demeanor.

"Today is Marquis Pei's big day. Xiao Ke comes to the house empty-handed. I hope Marquis Pei won't be surprised."

The young man named Chen An apologized with a smile on his face.

Pei Yue smiled and said: "Master Chen's status is precious and transcendent. I really dare not post a message to invite you. Now that Master Chen has arrived, his humble abode is full of glory, please stay and have a glass of water and wine."

Chen An replied: "Marquis Pei is so kind, but Xiao Ke doesn't dare to disturb him. I came here today firstly to follow His Majesty's order, and secondly because I want to have a closer look at Marquis Pei's style. After the edict is announced later, Xiao Ke has to return to the palace to resume his duties.

"

Pei Yue was slightly confused, wondering why the other party was so pretentious.

On the Xianyun Review that day, Chen An spoke up and helped Pei Yue ease the situation. He had a good impression of the queen's nephew, but he did not completely believe that he was a good person. After all, this person had a special status, and Pei Yue had to stay longer.

I didn't expect to hear these words today, and I couldn't figure out what he wanted to do.

Suddenly, four maids carefully helped Lin Shuyue to the hall. Pei Yue stepped forward and took her hand, and then saluted in front of the incense table that had been prepared.

After the eunuch announced the decree, there was silence in the hall, but soon there were congratulations and congratulations.

As Lin Shuyue was in her dream, she never expected that the Emperor of Liang would grant her the rank of seventh-grade Ruren.

According to the regulations of Daliang, imperial wives are also divided into grades one to nine, that is, the first-grade Duke's wife, the second-grade Marquis' wife, the third-grade lady, the fourth-grade respectful person, the fifth-grade Yiren, the sixth-grade Anren, and those below the sixth-grade are children.

Seventh-grade children may not seem to be of high rank, but under normal circumstances only the principal wife is eligible to receive the imperial title.

Although Pei Yue gave Lin Shuyue great respect and courtesy, her status as a concubine could not be changed, even if she was the concubine of a prince. The imperial edict of Emperor Kaiping not only gave Lin Shuyue a seventh-rank title

Her status as a Ruren made her the legal wife of Pei Yue, rather than a Mrs. Ru who sounded nice but had no rights in reality.

Of course Lin Shuyue understood this profound meaning and couldn't help but burst into tears, almost unable to control herself.

Pei Yue sighed softly.

After seeing the unconcealable envy and jealousy of the guests, he realized the sophisticated nature of the emperor's hand. However, feeling the gently trembling wrists of the people around him, he could not refuse or decline politely.

"Your Majesty, Pei Yue, thanks you for your kindness."

Pei Yue stood up and bowed, then took the imperial edict from the eunuch.

Chen An stepped forward and said with a smile: "The matter is done, Xiao Ke will leave now."

Pei Yue was about to test a few words, but he saw the look of panic in Chen An's eyes when he came to him. He held the imperial edict in one hand, held Chen An's arm in the other, and said with a smile: "Come here, come on.

Have a glass of water and wine before leaving."

Chen An made a move to break free from his hand, took this opportunity to utter a few words in a low voice, and then said loudly: "Xiao Ke has to return to the palace to resume his life. Please forgive me, Marquis Pei."

Pei Yue then let go of his hand and personally sent Chen An and the eunuch out of the Hou Mansion.

The palace guards were waiting outside with their horses. Chen An got on his horse, raised his hands to Pei Yue and said, "Please stay, Marquis Pei, and say goodbye!"

Pei Yue said goodbye with a smile, and when the group of people had disappeared at the end of the long street, he turned around and went back home.

His eyes suddenly turned cold.
Chapter completed!