The soft and silky hair slipped through her hands, and Chu Miao'er pulled it twice, tightened it with her slender fingers, and skillfully tied his hair on top of her head.
Chu Miaoer inspected it for a while before nodding with satisfaction. At this moment, she looked at Fu Yunqi who was like a crown jewel in the mirror, and a sentence automatically appeared in her mind: The young master should only see paintings, and I know the best in them.
"Next time, let's go to Dongling together to offer a stick of incense to my grandmother. This time I didn't even visit her in Xiling. I don't know if she will be angry with me." Fu Yunchi said calmly.
After hearing this, Chu Miaoer was stunned at first, and then smiled: "If I meet my grandmother in my dream, I will say a good word to you."
Fu Yunqi had already known her details clearly, so how could he not know that she used to wear buns for her grandmother.
The two of them left the mansion hand in hand and came to Xiangfu Palace.
The Queen Mother was chatting with the Empress about the selection of the Crown Prince's concubine, and was talking about how the daughter of Liu Shangshu's family had outstanding talents, beautiful appearance and wisdom. Seeing them coming hand in hand, her spirits were obviously lifted, and she looked at them with a loving smile: "Yunqi, Miao
You are here, why do you have time to come to the Queen Mother today?"
Fu Yunqi bowed respectfully and replied: "Mother, Miao'er has been wanting to see you since she came back from Xiling, and she also brought you many strange things."
After saying that, she clapped her hands lightly, and several maids came up with wooden boxes, and stood in a row one after another. Seeing this, the Queen Mother smiled and turned to look at each other before standing up. Yu Ling hurriedly stepped forward to support her.
The Queen Mother was so happy that she took Chu Miao'er's hand and walked slowly to the maids, with a smile on her face.
She is the queen mother of a country, and the ministers in the court often pay tribute. There are countless exquisite, ingenious, and precious items in Xiangfu Palace. I have never seen anything before, but it just means too much to please.
, but she couldn’t see any sincerity. Looking at these interesting objects, although the workmanship was not as exquisite as those of the tributes, Chu Miaoer’s sincerity made her feel a little moved.
"Miao'er is really thoughtful. The Queen Mother likes it very much. Let's go to the backyard with the Ai family." The Queen Mother stroked the back of her hand and said with a smile.
Chu Qianqian on the side was already very upset about the selection of the Crown Princess. When she saw Chu Miao'er coming, she thought of what her father said to her yesterday, and also smiled and agreed: "Yes, second sister, let's go for a walk together."
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Seeing her sad face, Chu Miaoer guessed why she couldn't sleep because she didn't want to see her most cherished little girl involved in the intrigues in the harem.
"Listen to the Queen Mother." Chu Miao'er responded obediently. The Queen Mother has been in a high position for many years, so naturally she is not as kind and kind as her grandmother. But from Fu Yunqi's mouth, I heard that although she was strict with her two sons, she was gentle to others and never scolded her.
The servant's actions naturally made her feel kind to her.
Full of worries, he turned around and saw Fu Yunqi, who was standing silently aside, and said with a smile: "It's all gossip among women. The fourth prince must find it very boring, why not find some fun by yourself?"
"Then I'll come for dinner later."
The house of women is short-lived and really not suitable for men to be around.
After hearing this, Fu Yunqi replied without thinking, looked at Chu Miao'er, turned around and walked away in a big stride.
The peonies in the backyard were in full bloom, and the light fragrance of the medicine was assailed. Chu Miaoer and Chu Qianqian supported the Queen Mother. The Queen Mother's personal maid Yu Ling followed behind and waited on them. Chu Qianqian's personal maid Chunliu also followed behind them, in the garden.
Walking leisurely.
"Miao'er, I was frightened a few days ago. I must be tired after walking around for a long time today. Let's sit in the pavilion in front and have a rest and drink a cup of tea." The Queen Mother said with a smile.
Chu Miaoer glanced at Chu Qianqian and responded with a smile: "Okay."
In the small pavilion, the three of them were drinking tea with a leisurely expression. Half an hour later, a group of people came from afar, wearing bright yellow dragon robes. Who else could be there besides Fu Deyou?
When the Queen Mother saw them approaching, she smiled and said, "What a coincidence today. Everyone comes to see the Ai family. Usually this Xiangfu Palace is very clean."
Chu Miaoer smiled slightly, stood up, and was about to salute. She was slightly stunned. Is that Chu Xianxue next to the emperor?
Chu Qianqian was also stunned. When her father said that Chu Xianxue had been confined in the room, why did her father and the emperor appear together in Xiangfu Palace? An ominous premonition flashed through her heart.
"Chu Miao'er has met the emperor, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince." Chu Miao'er knelt down and saluted respectfully, his tone as gentle as a breeze.
The faces of the people in front of him were all different. Chu Xiong's complexion was very bad, with turns red and white, which made people feel very wonderful. Chu Xianxue had been banned for a few days, and her complexion was slightly pale, but it did not affect her beauty. Recently
Looking at Emperor Fu De from a distance, his temples have turned gray and his eyes are slightly narrowed with scrutiny. At first glance, it seems that he is not a friendly and easy-going person.
And Fu Deyou was also quietly looking at Chu Miaoer in front of him. The probing meaning in her eyes was obvious, unlike the shyness hidden in Chu Xianxue's eyes when she saw him. Today, she wore a little pink and white, and wore gold and white jade earrings to compliment her skin.
She is clear and fair-skinned, dignified and agile, and her manners are not inferior to Chu Xianxue, the most beautiful woman in Kyoto.
"The fourth princess is here too, it's really lively today." Fu Deyou said in a relaxed tone with a smile.
The Queen Mother also stood up after hearing this, looked at Chu Xiong and said with a smile: "Your Majesty is right, even Duke Chu is willing to come to visit the Ai family."
Chu Xiong was shocked when his name was called. He quickly stepped forward, bowed his hands, and said respectfully: "Chu Xiong has met the Queen Mother. There are many things in the court these days. Please forgive me, Queen Mother."
Tracing back to the source, the Chu family can be regarded as his benefactor. At that time, he was just a concubine. It was not appropriate to give birth to a prince before the Queen of Chu. However, the Queen of Chu was philanthropic and kind, and Fu Deyou was able to grow up smoothly. The late emperor was obsessed with political affairs and did not love love.
Because of her beauty, no heirs were born in the royal family. The empress persuaded the late emperor every day to get rid of the rain and dew. However, there were only four princes in the underground palace throughout her life, one of whom died in infancy. Later, when the Queen of Chu had a difficult delivery, both mother and child were born.
Without keeping him, he naturally took the eldest prince with him to ascend to the throne.
The Chu family and her have complemented each other for many years, and Chu Qianqian has successfully ascended to the post, and her position has been unshakable for many years. It is hard to say that she did not receive her support. And Chu Miao'er, the fourth princess, was originally destined to be Chu Xianxue.
Her beauty was famous throughout the city of Kyoto. If Chu Xiong hadn't blocked her, Chu Xianxue would have taken this position. Looking at it now, Chu Miaoer won her heart even more, being elegant and quiet.
Seeing him like this, the Queen Mother didn't know what to say, so she invited a group of people to come to the pavilion to enjoy the flowers and drink tea together.
"Mr. Chu came here with the emperor today, but why are you looking for the Ai family?"
Hearing this, Chu Xiong and Chu Xianxue were both stunned, and the words rolled over their lips without speaking out.
Fu Deyou smiled and said disapprovingly: "I happened to meet Duke Chu and Xue'er when they were looking for the queen. When they learned that the queen was in Xiangfu Palace, they came together to find the queen mother."
Chu Xiong met the Queen Mother's gaze, smiled awkwardly and nodded.
"Then since Duke Chu has something urgent to do with the Queen, the Queen——" the Queen Mother shouted sideways.
"Here, Queen Mother."
The Queen Mother said softly: "You should go back with Duke Chu first."
After hesitating again and again, Chu Qianqian stood up and responded: "Yes, Queen Mother."
Their backs slowly disappeared into the shadows of flowers, Chu Miaoer was thoughtful.
From the backyard to the corridor, it was quiet and quiet. Chu Qianqian waved Chunliu to guard the front, and turned around impatiently.
"Father, you said that Xue'er was confined in the palace, why did she enter the palace with you today? You obviously know that she is interested in a concubine with the prince, why do you still let them be together?!"
Faced with her angry questions, Chu Xiong was also angry, and his tone also increased: "Why don't you ask the prince what kind of ecstasy soup he drank for her?"
Chu Qianqian was stunned and asked blankly: "What does father mean?"
Chu Xiong sighed first, as if he was helpless about this matter.
"She was banned in the palace, but she climbed over the wall alone and ran out of the palace with the prince's token. No one dared to stop her all the way. If I hadn't met her on the way to the palace, I wouldn't have known how to break out.
What kind of disaster is coming!" Chu Xiong said through gritted teeth, as if he was extremely disappointed with her behavior.
She actually ignored her own innocent reputation. As if thinking of something, Chu Qianqian's pupils dilated and she asked uncertainly: "Father, you mean she has the crown prince token in her hand?!"
Seeing her father nodding affirmatively, Chu Qianqian had a complicated expression. If the crown prince's token was in Chu Xianxue's hand, it meant that the crown prince had handed over the privileges of the Eastern Palace to her. She could freely enter the palace and call upon the Eastern Palace. That was the right of the crown princess.
Thinking of this, Chu Qianqian felt a headache and said to Mr. Chu as calmly as possible: "Father, we have to help Xueer find a home as soon as possible. Time is running out."
She needs Chu Miao'er to think of a solution. Although she is not being kind in doing so, Chu Miao'er may not necessarily help her find a solution, but after all, they are biological sisters, and they will definitely not ignore death.
After dinner at Xiangfu Palace, Chu Qianqian did not go back to Fengwei Palace, but went straight to the Prince's East Palace.
Prince Fu Lilian was deeply surprised to see his mother coming. He must know that his mother has never been to his East Palace since he was born.
He quickly came out of the study and saluted respectfully.
Chu Qianqian nodded and looked around as she walked. She saw that the room was clean and tidy, the shelves were full of ancient books, and there were memorials on the table with still-dry ink on them.
She smiled and said: "Lian'er is still working so hard, and the queen mother is very pleased to see it."
Fu Lilian smiled gently and said: "My father left many court affairs to his son, which is a sign of trust and encouragement for him. Naturally, my son should shoulder the responsibility of the prince with all his heart."
A gentle voice came from the front: "Is Lian'er really devoting himself wholeheartedly to state affairs?"
Fu Lilian raised his head from his arms, feeling puzzled.
I saw Chu Qianqian with a stern look on her face, waving her wide sleeves and scolding: "Why is your crown prince's token in Chu Xianxue's hands?!"
After hearing this, Fu Lilian knelt down with a plop.