Chapter 17: Mysterious Guest, Don't Say It's Pretty
On the day of the banquet, Mrs. Zuo put a lot of effort into dressing up Wan Qing decently, and even Prime Minister Zuo didn't let him go.
Prime Minister Zuo's daily attire is made of fine navy blue silk and satin, embroidered with elegant bamboo leaf patterns, and is inlaid with silver piping that complements the black and silver beam crown on his head. He is a talented person.
Both mother and daughter were wearing Zhao purple coats, and their faces were not modified in any way. At first glance, they seemed ordinary, but in fact, the coats were secretly embroidered with lotus patterns, which would change with the sunlight and movement.
It shows a beauty that is as stunning as a glimpse. In addition, both mother and daughter are wearing exquisite plum blossom hairpins, which flash past as they walk, making it a beauty that cannot be ignored in this ice and snow.
Seeing Zuo's sedan arrive at the door of Su's house, some people noticed the clues. Some people had not seen Miss Zuo's beauty that day, so they couldn't help but squeeze over to get a glimpse of her beauty.
Imperial Physician Su gave Zuo Jian enough face today. Not only did he go out to greet them, but he also personally walked in to welcome the three of them.
Madam Zuo and Wan Qing exchanged glances, feeling that something was not right about the atmosphere. Before they could think about it, Su Ling, wearing a goose-yellow coat, rushed out from around the corner, hugged Wan Qing's arm and
He was acting coquettishly for a while, "Sister! Sister! Let's play with Su Ling for a while! It's still early for dinner. Let the adults talk."
Wan Qing patted Su Ling's head and thought to herself, Su Ling, Su Ling, seeing you now, I really feel like you have been favored by God.
"Let's go play." Dr. Su turned his head amiably and smiled at Wan Qing. This smile made Zuo Jian and Mrs. Zuo, who were familiar with Dr. Su, suddenly excited. They secretly thought to themselves what happened to this old guy today. On weekdays,
It’s okay to be serious about words and smiles all the time, but this person who is smiling but not smiling is even more cautious! Is it possible that today is the Hongmen Banquet?
Wan Qing squeezed Madam Zuo's hand and secretly pursed her lips in the direction of the lobby. Madam Zuo understood and looked quietly. Although she couldn't see clearly, she could tell by the bright yellow color of the exposed corner that someone was coming from the palace.
people.
But Su Ling didn't care about Wan Qing and Mrs. Zuo's little actions, and pulled Wan Qing to her boudoir, her face turned red with anxiety. Seeing that she couldn't resist Su Ling, Wan Qing had no choice but to follow her footsteps and leave.
Zuo Jian and Mrs. Zuo followed Imperial Physician Su into the lobby.
When they saw the distinguished guests, Zuo Jian and Mrs. Zuo immediately knelt down and said, "I have met the eldest prince!"
"No need to be polite. Today I happened to go to Dr. Su to get some medicinal materials for my mother, so I just happened to bother Dr. Su and try the cooking skills of the chef at Dr. Su's house." The words were nice to say, but the eldest prince Chu
There was no trace of shame in Lu Rong's long, narrow and charming eyes, and he was sipping the tea calmly, but Imperial Physician Su was sweating all over by the side.
Imperial Physician Su has been working as a clerk in the imperial palace for nearly twenty years, and he is considered highly respected in the imperial hospital. He has also seen these little princes since childhood. Among these princes, the second prince is the most peaceful and the most troublesome.
What people are afraid of is the eldest prince in front of them.
The eldest prince inherited the queen's charming eyes and had a charming smile, but his temper was also cold. It is said that many maids and servants died in the eldest prince's palace, all because he was a
Be careful to get in the eyes of this master.
When Chu Lurong saw that Prime Minister Zuo and Mrs. Zuo were silent, Imperial Physician Su wiped his sweat and apologized, put down the teacup, and simply stood up and left without saying a word.
"First Prince, what are you..." Dr. Su asked hurriedly. He couldn't afford to offend this little master. When the time came for the emperor to blame him, it couldn't be explained away in a few words! He had lost his hat.
It's a small thing, it would be terrible if it affects the whole clan!
Hearing Dr. Su's trembling question, Chu Lurong stopped, looked back and smiled, "I see your granddaughter is quite fun, let's go play with her."
Imperial Physician Su staggered immediately. He hurriedly hurriedly tried to catch up with Chu Lurong, but no one in the house dared to stop the eldest prince. They could only watch him rush to Su Ling's boudoir. Prime Minister Zuo and Mrs. Zuo
He was a guest, so he couldn't say anything at this time, so he had to hurry up and follow him.
"I've met the eldest prince." Before Chu Lurong entered Su Ling's courtyard, Wan Qing's voice came from behind.
Wan Qing was afraid that the visitor was the eldest prince who acted unconventionally. It would be bad if the eldest prince got interested and wanted to barge in just because he wanted to see Su Ling.
So Wan Qing specially took Su Ling to watch the snow scene in the corridor outside the courtyard. Unexpectedly, she guessed it right this time by mistake.
Hearing the sound, Chu Lurong stopped and turned around to look at Zuo Wanqing.
"You look better than the one in the portrait." Chu Lurong leaned against the wall with a lazy look. He really didn't look like a royal at all.
Zuo Wanqing smiled lowly, but felt a sense of fear in her heart.
It’s not like I haven’t heard of the eldest prince’s deeds in his previous life. It’s best not to let him get distracted by his good looks. Fortunately, he didn’t dress up too much today, so he probably couldn’t catch the eldest prince’s eyes.
.Chu Lurong would not pay attention or pay attention to more ordinary things.
"Sister, this brother is good-looking." Su Ling did not dare to approach the eldest prince because of his evil aura, but children always love beautiful things, and the eldest prince has a personality that is very similar to that of the queen.
Her beauty only added a bit of heroism, but unfortunately her charm was too strong, which covered up that heroism, so everyone liked to say that the eldest prince was good-looking. But she only dared to whisper to Wan Qing.
Hearing Su Ling's words, Zuo Wanqing's face turned pale, and she quickly protected Su Ling behind her. When she looked up, Chu Lurong's face really didn't look much better.
"First Prince, this dinner..." Zuo Wanqing had just opened her mouth when she was pinned to the spot by Chu Lurong's cold gaze.
Chu Lurong's eyes were extremely cold, like a poisonous snake staring at its prey. Su Ling was so frightened that she didn't dare to say anything behind Wan Qing.
"Su Ling didn't do it on purpose. Please don't blame the eldest prince." Wan Qing gritted her teeth. Seeing Chu Lurong's urge to get closer again, she didn't care about what was going on. She had to speak hastily and salute respectfully.
I apologize. I hope that the eldest prince will not suddenly become cruel and kill Su Ling.
Chu Lurong walked slowly to Wan Qing's side, leaned over and whispered in Wan Qing's ear, "Do you know what happens to people who know me too well?"
"Young women don't know." Wan Qing took two steps back, but she didn't expect Chu Lurong to approach again.
"Are you afraid?" Chu Lurong straightened up, and his smile flashed when Wan Qing lowered his head. He looked up at Dr. Su who was shaking into a sieve, and spoke in a brisk tone, "I'm in a good mood today, so I won't blame you for now.
It's time for you. It's time to have a meal. Right, Dr. Su."