On the night of the 30th, the palace was full of joy. You could see red lanterns hanging high everywhere. The colorful lanterns were shining in each other. It was a beautiful scene of gold and jade. Fang Ling said as he walked: "This palace is really big. It is so elegant." Incomparable. It’s unforgettable.”
After passing through the magnificent palaces and pavilions, going around the pavilions and corridors, it took a long time to reach the harem.
"Linger. The largest palace in front is the Ningkun Palace where the Queen Mother is. It is also the second tallest palace in the entire palace."
"Elegant, majestic, antique and beautiful. It makes people feel solemn.
"Well, if it is daytime, the palace will be quite beautiful. I will show you around the palace tomorrow."
Entering the Ningkun Palace, Fang Ling looked around. He saw that the cloud-top sandalwood beams in the palace were used, the crystal jade was used as the lamp, the pearl agate was used as the curtain, and Fan Jin was used as the pillar foundation. Compared with the palace in the sky, it was not far behind.
After the palace maid knelt down, she lifted up a curtain. I said, "Ling'er, this is the main hall of Ningkun Palace."
There is a huge moon bead hanging above the treasure in the palace. There are nine slightly smaller night pearls surrounding it. It shines like the bright moon and stars. It makes the room as bright as day. The ground is covered with white warm jade. .Embedded with golden beads, the ground is carved into a lotus shape. Each one is shaped like five lotus flowers. The petals are fresh and exquisite. Even the delicate stamens can be distinguished. Fang Ling thought to himself. Even if he steps on it with bare feet, he can still feel its warmth. Well. It seems that the luxury in the palace is indeed beyond imagination.
Xie Daoqing was sitting in the middle of a large stage. As soon as he saw us coming in, he said, "The officials are here."
"Yes. I have met the queen mother."
Fang Ling on the side also immediately saluted and said: "Fang Ling, the daughter of the common people, is here to see the Queen Mother. Long live the Queen Mother."
"No gift." Xie Daoqing looked at Fang Ling kindly, with a smile on his face. He nodded and said, "You are Miss Ling'er."
"Exactly."
"Ling'er, don't be restrained. Just treat this place as your own home."
Fang Ling whispered: "Yeah."
"Ling'er is beautiful and smart. She is refined and refined. She is really a fairy-like person. I really feel pity for you. Haha. Good. Good. Guan family has good taste." Xie Dao said happily. "Ling'er, you and Jiu'er are sitting in the official family house. Right and left. Let’s talk while eating.”
"See the Emperor."
"Yes. No need to pay homage to me."
After Fang Ling sat down, he said to Quan Jiu and others: "I've met all of you, sisters."
Quan Jiu smiled and said, "Hello, Miss Fang."
Concubine Qiu and others also said: "Hello, Miss Fang."
When Xie Daoqing saw that everyone had arrived, he said to the maid on the side: "Serve the food."
Compared with the cuisine of Tongle House, the imperial cuisine in the palace has its own characteristics. It was inherited from the imperial chef of Bianjing Palace in the Northern Song Dynasty. The dishes prepared still have some characteristics of northern cuisine. But overall, the workmanship is fine and the use is good. The exquisiteness of the ingredients and the control of the heat are still far superior to Tonglelou.
Xie Daoqing picked up the wine glass. According to the etiquette in the palace, he first respected heaven, then respected earth, and three times respected his ancestors. He prayed for the blessings of heaven and earth ancestors. The three years of Xianchun will be prosperous, and the Song Dynasty will prosper. The great cause of ZTE will be achieved as soon as possible.
After the ceremony, Xie Daoqing raised his glass again and said: "Everyone, let's raise a glass together. Today, the Zhao family of the Song Dynasty is reunited here. On the occasion of the New Year, I wish everyone that all their wishes will come true. Happy New Year. Cheers."
"Thank you, Queen Mother." Everyone said after drinking.
"It's full. It's full." Xie Daoqing said happily. "On the thirtieth night last year, four new concubines of spring, summer, autumn and winter were added to the harem, which made my Ningkun Palace a lot more lively. This year, there was another girl Ling'er. .It’s so good. Prosperity. Hehe. Prosperity.”
Quan Jiu said: "That is the blessing of the Queen Mother."
Xie Daoqing laughed loudly: "Jiu'er is good at talking. By the way, Ling'er, you are good at drinking."
"Go back to the Queen Mother. Ling'er can still drink three cups."
"Okay, Ling'er. I am also from the common people. I can just drink a few sips on weekdays. It's just that the official's drinking capacity is not good, so I can't fully enjoy it. Since you are here today, you will be able to have three drinks with me."
Fang Ling saw that Xie Dao was approachable and straightforward. He suddenly felt good about her and said, "Then Ling'er will have fun with the Queen Mother tonight."
Xie Daoqing expressed his gratitude and told everyone to eat whatever they wanted. After having a drink with Fang Ling, he said: "Ling'er, if the officials bully you in the future, come to Ningkun Palace. The Queen Mother will make the decision for you."
Fang Ling smiled and said: "Queen Mother, my brother will not bully Ling'er. Besides, Ling'er is also proficient in martial arts."
Xie Daoqing said in surprise: "Really? Ling'er knows martial arts. How does it compare to Mr. Yuan Ji Yuan?"
"The Queen Mother is incomparable to Mr. Yuan. Mr. Yuan can be said to be the best master in our court. Ling'er's martial arts is comparable to that of Mr. Yuan's disciples."
"Lan Yu. Shen Mo." Xie Daoqing praised. "That is also the best among the imperial guards. I didn't expect Miss Ling'er's martial arts to be so strong."
Fang Ling smiled: "The Queen Mother. My brother always said that Ling'er used to be his bodyguard. And he was a competent bodyguard."
"Really? With Ling'er's martial arts, it's quite worthy."
The two of them drank one glass after another without showing any hint of drunkenness. Fang Ling possesses martial arts skills and his physique is far better than ordinary people. Of course, this little wine is not a problem. Although the alcohol consumed in the palace is not high in alcohol content, Xie Daoqing is also I was quite surprised that he was so good at drinking.
After Xie Daoqing finished another drink, he said: "Ling'er, this is your first time entering the palace. How does it feel?"
"The Queen Mother. The palace has gold tiles, red walls, and white jade stone railings. It is solemn and majestic. But it is also generous and solemn. It is indeed the most luxurious place in the world. It is not what ordinary people think."
"Do you like Ling'er?"
"The Queen Mother, I'm not very familiar with Ling'er yet. I can't say I like her for the time being."
"As time goes by, you will get used to it. Once you get used to it, you will like it." Xie Daoqing smiled. "Ling'er, what are your plans for the future? When are you planning to move into the palace?"
Fang Ling's face turned red and she said: "Queen Mother, Ling'er wants to stay in the current Chengwei Escort Agency for the time being. Although this palace is nice, it is also too big. After entering, I can't even tell the difference between east, west and north. Ling'er may not be able to tell the difference." Get used to it."
I said: "Mother, don't be impatient for now. Let's wait until Ling'er gets familiar with it before we talk."
"Okay. Ling'er. Just don't take too long."
Fang Ling lowered her head, glanced at me and said, "Yes, Queen Mother, Ling'er knows."
Xie Daoqing and Fang Ling seemed to be getting more and more congenial as they talked. Throughout the night, Fang Ling became the protagonist of the banquet. Perhaps it was because of the freshness. Most of what Fang Ling said was about the Red Club, Shifeng and Jianghu after returning from the Valley of the Kings. Interesting story. Xie Daoqing, Quanjiu and others naturally listened to it with great interest.
It was approaching midnight. Xie Daoqing said: "In the past two years, the official family has always brought surprises to all of us. Do you want to know what the official family will bring to us on New Year's Eve this year?"
"Think so." Everyone said in unison.
I knew it was my turn to perform again. This has become a repertoire of harem gatherings. Fortunately, there are many Chinese New Year songs. I randomly picked a song called "Gong Xi Fa Cai" by Andy Lau. I sang: I congratulate you on getting rich. I congratulate you. You are wonderful. Please come here if you are the best. Please go away if you are not good. Oh, don’t blame others if you are polite...
Although my voice is not perfect, it is more novel. After singing it once, I said: "Ling'er, have you remembered everything? Come and sing it again."
Fang Ling's memory is still there. After listening to me singing it once, she basically remembered it silently in her heart. The female version of "Gong Xi Fa Cai" was sung in Fang Ling's round and sweet voice. It has another flavor. No matter how you look at it, it is wonderful. It's far beyond me.
After hearing this, Xie Daoqing praised: "Good memory. I can remember it only once. Ling'er is really a genius."
"Good voice." Concubine Qiu also praised it. "It's melodious and has a bird's voice. Miss Fang's singing is really beautiful."
After setting off the fireworks, it’s already the first day of the Lunar New Year.
On the first day of the new year, there is not only a court meeting. In addition to accepting the congratulations from hundreds of officials, I also have to light incense before the court meeting. Therefore, after setting off the fireworks, I returned to Fuyang Hall first. Fang Ling and Quan Jiu were both thanked and thanked. I stayed in Ningkun Palace. I said I still had a lot to talk about in private.
At the same time, Jia Sidao hosted a banquet for Wu Junhan in the study room of the Prime Minister's Mansion. Unlike previous New Year's Eve, the only guest tonight was Wu Junhan.
After the food and wine were placed, Jia Xuan also left the study and stood outside the door to wait.
"Junhan. Come and drink this cup first."
"Thank you, Master."
After Jia Sidao finished drinking, he said: "Junhan. For more than ten years, your Wu family has been waiting with all your heart, so that I have been safe and sound. Tomorrow you will set off to return. I feel really reluctant to part with you."
"Grand Master, after Junhan settles down the Wu family, you can come to visit Grand Master often."
"Haha. Junhan, that's all. That's all you have in mind." Jia Sidao filled up the wine and said. "For the sake of your Majesty's words, the Wu family has been missing from the martial arts world for sixteen years. I feel sorry for you. Come on. Both are included. I dedicate this glass of wine to you."
Wu Junhan drank it all in one gulp: "Grand Master, you are so polite. The Wu family has been in the Prime Minister's Mansion for more than ten years. They have eaten and drank. It can be said that they have gained something for nothing all day long. They live a leisurely and indifferent life. It is far better than the life in the martial arts."
"Full of it. Full of it."
"By the way, Sir, Junhan has a suggestion. Then Wulihan will ask Junhan to take it back to Changsha."
Wu Lihan is the only weight in Jia Sidao's hand to blackmail Hao Jing. As long as Wu Lihan is in his hands, there is no need to worry about Hao Jing leaking what happened that year. After Wu Lihan was caught, it has been controlled by the Wu family. Wu Junhan's suggestion to take care of him actually did Jia Sidao a big favor. Wulihan couldn't let him go, but it was not safe to put him in Lin'an after all. If he hid it in the Wu family in Changsha, it would naturally make Jia Sidao feel relieved. Dao absolutely believed that Wu Junhan was the kind of knight-errant who promised a thousand pieces of gold.
Jia Sidao nodded, took out a banknote from his arms and said, "Junhan. I know that your Wu family was one of the three great martial arts families back then. It just disappeared for so long. You need to reorganize your family after you return. It takes a lot of energy. This is a silver note issued by the Royal Bank of the Song Dynasty. Take it."
When Wu Junhan saw the result, he found that it was a silver note worth one hundred thousand taels. He immediately gave it back to Jia Sidao: "Sir, this is too much. It's all for nothing. I don't dare to accept the salary."
"Junhan, don't be polite." Jia Sidao put the banknote in Wu Junhan's hand and said, "Junhan, I won't tell you anything. Just take it."