Xie Songhua thought quietly for a while, then his expression suddenly changed.
Yu Ruzhuo seemed to have expected her current reaction, so he sighed and said, "Get ready!"
By the time she is almost well enough to walk around, she will be almost in her early years.
The servants in the Xie family all put on new clothes, and the young maids also wore brightly colored silk flowers on their heads, and they were cleaning and dusting everything inside and outside.
The old lady visited her twice more and told her to wait until the Little New Year was over before going to the Shou'an Hall to pay her respects. If she felt bored, just take a walk outside and not stay too long.
There was a bit more sincerity and concern in his words and expression.
Thinking about the previous poisoning incident, although it was not discussed in detail, the old man still had a strong feeling in his heart.
Unexpectedly, before the small year has come, a decree suddenly came to the palace. It was the empress who received the order from the Holy Emperor and invited the Xiege family to the palace for a banquet.
Yesterday, the palace sealed the pen, and the civil and military officials of the entire court finally had a long holiday. The Xie family's family banquet has not been arranged yet, but the palace has come to invite it.
Normally during the Chinese New Year, there would be a banquet in the palace, where the Holy Emperor would entertain the civil and military officials of the dynasty.
If you come to invite me at this time, it is not this kind of banquet, it is clearly a private banquet.
It was in the name of the Empress again, and the meaning was very clear. It was probably related to Xie Songhua's matter.
However, the envoy sent by the Queen made it clear and asked the old lady, the second lady and the two girls to go together.
As a concubine, Xie Tu naturally had no role in such an occasion, but she brought Xie Shuhua with her on purpose, which was a bit subtle.
Many people were speculating whether the two princes were going to get married, so the entire Xie family became excited about this matter.
To have two princes and concubines from one family is a unique honor for this dynasty.
Mrs. Qi hurriedly moved out of her private room and made sure to choose the clothes and jewelry that best suited Xie Shuhua.
"Xie Songhua need not think about it, so loudly claiming that he saved the prince's life, just to repay this kindness, he had to enter the East Palace.
My son, I can’t believe that this time, your decision to become the third prince’s concubine will be finalized.”
Xie Shuhua's face was flushed, and she could not hide the excitement in her eyes. "Gao Ying also told me that although the decree was sent from Kunning Palace, the imperial concubine and the Third Highness will also participate."
"Then you can't go wrong!" Ms. Qi looked at her daughter in the mirror, with a smile on her face as her wish came true, "My son, you have been looking forward to today."
Mother Liang saw the mother and daughter so happy and said with a smile: "Both girls in our family are good, that is to say, my wife has a good life, and she will be the mother-in-law of the Holy Emperor in the future!"
After hearing this, the smile on Xie Shuhua's face faded a little. She glanced at Mother Liang coldly in the mirror, and then said with a faint smile: "You haven't even curled up your horoscope yet! Mom, don't call me that."
Spread the word, otherwise people will hear it and they will just say that we are arrogant, or even worse, we may offend the Holy One."
She spoke softly, but Mother Liang felt an inexplicable suddenness in her heart when she heard it, and she quickly confessed.
On the other hand, Mrs. Qi said with a smile: "Anyway, there are no outsiders here, and she is happy for you."
Xie Shuhua smiled and didn't answer. If this old guy hadn't instigated Qi, how would Qi have thought of visiting Xie Songhua that day?
What a two-faced thing, looking here and there, waiting for her to have time to see how to deal with her!
After finally choosing a suit that suited her liking, Mrs. Qi hurriedly ordered the most capable hairdresser in front of her to dress Xie Shuhua carefully.
The scarlet brocade cloak with splendid blooms and a circle of snow fox fur on the edge makes the small face look particularly delicate.
Inside is a set of jade-colored long coats, made of brocade material, and the colors are elegant. It goes well with Xie Shuhua's more slender figure, and the whole person shows a somewhat otherworldly temperament.
The jewelry on the head is all made of jade instead of gold, and the smoky purple and field jade are specially chosen, not even the emerald color.
The makeup under her eyelashes was dotted with pearls, making her look even more beautiful as the moon.
The maids and ladies in the Summer Palace looked at it, and they were all filled with admiration.
After carrying the exquisite hand stove and the Guanyin bag, the mother and daughter then went up to the second door on the shoulder cart carried by the women.
When he arrived at the second door, he waited for a while and then the old lady came over. Seeing Xie Shuhua's dress, she nodded, "Young lady, you really need to dress up."
Even the old lady said this, and Xie Shuhua felt a little more confident.
These people have already arrived, but Xie Songhua is still missing.
Mrs. Qi was getting impatient when she saw the maid from Yanchuntai running over, "Old Madam, Madam, our girl is feeling a little unwell. I'm afraid she won't be able to go out today. Please ask Old Madam and Madam to go to the palace on your behalf..."
Before he finished speaking, he heard Mrs. Qi scolding: "Nonsense! This is a palace banquet, do you think you are going to the neighbor's house next door as a guest?"
How much dignity does Xie Songhua have that she dares to offend the royal family?!"
The maid was so frightened by her that she didn't dare to speak anymore, and only looked at the old lady for help.
Unexpectedly, the old lady also shook her head and said: "You madam are right. This time, the Queen has personally issued the decree to invite us to the palace, and specifically named you girls. If we don't go, even the Queen will not look good on her face."
nice.
Ask her to sit on the shoulder chariot. If she feels really uncomfortable, sit down for a while. I'll ask the empress for some relief and ask her to rest in the side hall."
Saying this, there is no room left. Xie Shuhua secretly curled her lips, fearing that the serious injury had not yet healed!
It just so happens that if you can look good when you are sick, let the imperial concubine and the third prince see who is worthy of the third prince.
She was previously worried that the empress and the prince's high regard for Xie Songhua would make Concubine Gao and the third prince have their own thoughts. This is really God's help.
The old lady had spoken, and Xie Songhua came quickly, but it looked like she was really uncomfortable. She was wrapped thickly in a blanket, half-lidly leaning on her shoulders, and even her face was almost covered.
His eyes were exposed and he looked very tired.
Mrs. Qi knew that the old lady was there and there was absolutely no reason to be rude, so she ignored her and helped the old lady get into the car first.
Sure enough, the old lady said: "Since the fourth girl is not feeling well, please take the same train with me!"
Just in time, it saves the mother and daughter the embarrassment of having someone in the middle.
Xie Songhua got into the carriage with the help of two maids, and when she reached the street outside, she said: "Grandma, it's not that my granddaughter deliberately used Zhang as a bride. It's really... disgraceful."
The old lady patted her hand and said, "It doesn't matter. You were injured because of His Highness. Now you are dragging your sick body away. Even if you are a little rude, I will not blame you."
Xie Songhua followed the old lady's words and leaned aside.
This time, when we arrived at the palace, we received a special order from the Queen. She said that in consideration of the old lady's old age and the freezing weather, she granted permission to go there in a sedan chair.
The banquet was held at Chonghua Palace, and the female relatives of the Xie family were carried directly to the entrance of Chonghua Palace.
Xie Songhua had no choice but to get out of the sedan with the help of others. Concubine Gao had already arrived and greeted her with a smile, "Oh, it's rare. I can have a meal with the old lady and Mrs. Xie before the Chinese New Year. I am
I specially asked about your taste in order to arrange the dishes, so don’t dislike it.”
This tone is just like that of the mistress of a big family, and the dispute between the queen and the queen is evident.
After Concubine Gao exchanged greetings with the old lady and the Qi family, she greeted the sisters with a smile.
"The earth dragon is burned in the palace. Fourth girl, please take off your cloak!"
Concubine Gao's words made everyone's eyes fall on Xie Songhua who was hiding behind.
It happened that the Holy Emperor and Xie Yuncang came over with the prince, the third prince, the sixth prince, the seventh prince and others.
As soon as Xie Songhua took off his cloak, everyone immediately took a breath of cold air.
