Ying Jiuguang was overjoyed again and received it with both hands, "This old subject thanks the heavens on behalf of Ruyi!"
"Haha!" Qing Zhu waved his hand and left with a smile.
Shangguan Qing cupped his hands and smiled, "This old servant congratulates Heavenly King in advance."
Ying Jiuguang quickly returned the gesture, "Head Chief is too polite. That girl has always been a troublemaker. I hope Head Chief will forgive her if she does anything inappropriate in the palace in the future."
Shangguan Qing said, "Heavenly King must be joking … I hope Heavenly King will keep in touch with this old servant regarding the Heavenly Consort's entry into the palace. Don't let this old servant be at a loss and not know how to prepare." Some things could be decided by Qing Zhu and he would handle the specific matters.
To put it bluntly, Qing Zhu didn't have to worry about the process at all. During the process, he would deal with official matters and cultivate. It didn't even matter if he didn't show his face. He just needed to enter the bridal chamber. Qing Zhu didn't even need to enter the bridal chamber. There were many concubines in the harem that Qing Zhu didn't enter. To put it bluntly, it was just taking in a concubine. There was no need to make such a big fuss. If every concubine in the harem had to be organized with great ceremony, how could there be so many concubines in the harem? He was afraid that the gifts given by the ministers would be too much to bear.
Other than Xiahou Chengyu's grand wedding, the other concubines in the harem were just carried in from outside the palace. Once they crossed that door, they would become Celestial Emperor's woman. Zhan Ruyi entering the palace was no exception. The harem would prepare a courtyard for her. She just had to enter and move in.
Ying Jiuguang knew that this matter was under Shangguan Qing's control. Before Zhan Ruyi entered the palace, Shangguan Qing still had to send someone to examine her body. It was impossible for Qing Zhu to be cheated on. He nodded, "Don't worry, Head Chief. I will inform you of the progress."
"Thank you, Heavenly King." Shangguan Qing said politely and quickly followed Qing Zhu.
Ying Jiuguang stood in the pavilion and took a deep breath. He realized that today was really a pleasant surprise. He quickly walked out of the pavilion and followed. As for the matter of betrothing Zhan Ruyi to Miao Yi, he had already thrown it to the back of his mind. The value of marrying Master Qing as a concubine was not something that a little cow could give him. It was not difficult to choose between the benefits.
They toured the imperial garden for half a day. The Celestial Thearch returned to the Heavenly Palace, and the ministers also left one after another.
Knowing that the Sky Emperor had returned, the group of women who were pretending in the fields suddenly lost interest in dealing with him. Xiahou Chengyu, who was walking up the ridge of the field, pulled down his sleeves. Just as she was about to leave, her personal maidservant, Emei, came to report, "Mistress, Xiahou Tianweng requests an audience."
"Grandfather?" Xiahou Chengyu was stunned. He turned around and opened his Dharma Eyes. He saw Xiahou Tuo in the distance being stopped by the Heavenly Generals. He immediately waved his hand and said, "Quick, invite him in!"
Emei quickly flew over. With the Empress' decree, Xiahou Ta naturally had no problem coming over.
She landed in front of Xiahou Chengyu. Xiahou Ta cupped his hands together and respectfully bowed, "This old minister greets the Heavenly Empress."
Xiahou Chengyu was helpless. She had said many times that her grandfather did not need to be so polite in front of her, saying that she could not accept it, but Xiahou Ta was very insistent on this point. He insisted that etiquette should not be abandoned, and demanded that everyone in House Xiahou do the same.
They could not refuse, so they could only accept it. But then again, every time this happened, she really did feel superior. She had not been outstanding in House Xiahou before, but now everyone in House Xiahou had to behave themselves and be polite to her, not daring to slight her at all. And every time this happened, some of the grievances she had suffered in the palace would disappear, and she felt that it was all worth it.
"No need to be so polite, Tianweng." Xiahou Chengyu quickly reached out to help him.
After the ceremony, Xiahou Ta straightened up and looked around. He chuckled and said, "As expected, their superiors follow suit. Everyone is diligent."
Xiahou Chengyu saw that she was avoiding the topic and knew that she had something to say to him. He immediately smiled and said, "I haven't seen Tianweng in a while. If you don't mind, accompany me to the forest to chat about family matters. "
"Since this is Your Majesty's decree, this old minister will naturally obey!" Xiahou Ta agreed readily.
"Emei, clean up here." Xiahou Chengyu threw down these words and turned to lead Xiahou Ta away.
Emei knew what she meant. She had something private to say that needed to be kept away from others. She received the order to clean up the farm tools that had fallen in the fields.
After entering the small forest, Xiahou Ta used his arts to scan the surroundings. Xiahou Chengyu saw that he was being cautious and couldn't help but ask, "Grandfather, what's the matter?"
Xiahou Ta stared at her for a while, then sighed, "Chengyu, today, you ordered Niu Youde to be whipped. You went a bit overboard. His Majesty just promoted him, yet you punished him. Aren't you suspected of going against His Majesty? Girl, going against His Majesty is not a wise move! "
Speaking of this, she thought about how Niu Youde didn't even report to her after the incident and left her, the Heavenly Empress, without any regard for her, the Heavenly Empress. She couldn't help but snort coldly, "I don't believe that His Majesty would fall out with me for a little Niu Youde. It's not like I haven't dealt with people of a higher rank! It's only because of His Majesty's face that he would still be alive today! "
Xiahou Ta shook his head and said, "Alright, I won't say any other reasons. You should remember, I once said that our family owes him a favor. Now that we haven't returned the favor, you beat him up like that. Isn't that a bit too much?"
Xiahou Chengyu chuckled, "It's not a big deal. Didn't I just help Long Cheng? Now that Long Cheng has passed away … Alright, I won't talk about this anymore. I'll just be realistic. Could it be that my face as the Heavenly Empress isn't worth that little favor of his? He actually dared to contradict me in public, not putting me in his eyes at all. With so many people watching, how can I endure this? If I don't even have this little bit of prestige, how can I be in charge of the Inner Palace? "
Seeing that she actually didn't take his words seriously, Xiahou Ta's old eyes suddenly narrowed. He leaned on his walking stick and took a step forward. The gaze that seeped out from the slits of his eyes were like sharp blades. The imposing manner that was concealed by his old age burst forth, causing Xiahou Chengyu to subconsciously take a step back in shock.
"Girl, don't be blinded by the vanity of a woman who doesn't know the immensity of heaven and earth. At the very least, you can't lose your sobriety. Whether or not you are in charge of the Inner Palace is not up to you. If the Xiahou Clan doesn't want you to be in charge of the Inner Palace, can you sit firmly in your position as the Mistress of the Inner Palace? So, by all means, don't do anything that will harm the interests of the Xiahou Clan. If the Xiahou Clan collapses, I don't think I need to tell you what will happen to you! "Xiahou Ta spoke slowly, warning her with each word. His gaze was frightening.
In reality, he was just giving her a warning. He realized that he had no choice but to give her a warning. The Xiahou Clan didn't raise her to the position of Heavenly Empress to go against the Xiahou Clan. If she couldn't be controlled, what would happen to her?
Xiahou Chengyu jumped in fright. Of course, she knew how powerful her grandfather was. Even the hegemons of the world had been destroyed by her grandfather's hands. She, the Heavenly Empress, was nothing in her grandfather's eyes. If he wanted to destroy her, it would only take a word.
It could be said that a single blow had awakened her from her anger. Her heart quivered in fright. She hurriedly took the initiative to hold her grandfather's arm and said coquettishly, "Grandfather, what are you talking about? Forget it, since grandfather is unhappy, I'll let Niu Youde go. "
"No!" Xiahou Ta shook his head. "I'm not asking you to let him go. Continue to cause trouble for him. Don't change your mind. "
Xiahou Chengyu was stunned. She didn't understand. You just warned me, and now you want me to do the same. What does this mean? She couldn't help but ask suspiciously, "Grandfather, granddaughter doesn't understand what you mean."
Xiahou Ta said, "You are the Mistress of the Inner Palace. You can't lose your temper. There's no need to compromise with a small head commander. However, you still have to take His Majesty's face into consideration. Don't go against His Majesty, don't go overboard. You can play around with that brat, but you can't be serious. Don't let anything happen to him here. Not only that, if that brat is in danger, you have to think of a way to save him. Do your best to protect him without implicating yourself! "
Xiahou Chengyu was even more confused. He said blankly, "Granddaughter is stupid. I still don't understand grandfather's meaning."
Xiahou Ta tilted his head to look at her. He said solemnly, "Girl, it's fine if you don't understand. You don't need to ask anything else. You only need to remember that the brat is useful to House Xiahou! "
This time, Xiahou Chengyu understood. Even though she didn't know what her grandfather wanted, for him to come personally to give instructions meant that Niu Youde was of great use to House Xiahou. She didn't dare to underestimate him anymore. She nodded. "Grandfather, don't worry, granddaughter knows what to do."
"Haha!" Xiahou Ta revealed a satisfied smile and pulled his hand out of her arm. He cupped his hands and bowed again. "Your Highness will be returning to the palace. This old subject will not disturb you any further. This old subject will take his leave!"
Xiahou Chengyu escorted him out of the forest. After watching him leave, she fell into deep thought.
Miao Yi heaved a sigh of relief when all the Ancestors and Elders left. He finally didn't have to drag his heavily injured body through the torture any longer. As soon as he returned to the headquarters, he laid down on the ground and hurriedly recuperated. Beside him, Fei Hong wiped away her tears and took good care of him...
"Young Miss, Young Master, you're back!"
A familiar yet strange greeting came from the side. Zhan Ping and Ying Luohuan, who had just entered King Ying's manor, couldn't help but turn around to look. When they saw the person who greeted them, they stopped in their tracks in shock.
It was none other than Marquis Tianyuan. Now, the word 'Marquis' had to be removed. Not only was the word 'Marquis' gone, even the luxurious clothes he used to wear had been removed. He wore a purple armor with six segments, and greeted them awkwardly and respectfully.
The couple looked at each other and sighed in their hearts. They had naturally heard about Tianyuan's misfortune. He was involved in the case of Ugly Starlord Renchou and risked his life to commit treason. He had been demoted from a dignified official to this state, to the point of guarding the gates of King Ying's manor. It was truly pitiful.
The couple walked over. Zhan Ping raised his hand and patted Tianyuan's shoulder, sighing. "Brother Tian, it's better to keep your life. As long as you're alive, there's hope. With King Ying's protection, sooner or later, Brother Tian will rise again!"
Tianyuan chuckled in a seemingly calm manner. He extended his hand and said, "King Ying asked me to wait here for the two of you. He also asked me to inform you that when you arrive, you can go straight to the 'Humble Garden' to look for him."
Zhan Ping cupped his fists in thanks. Ying Luohuan also nodded in acknowledgment. The couple then turned around and left.
Watching them go away, Tianyuan sighed softly. Some things were just fate!
He and Zhan Ping were both King Ying's personal attendants. At first, King Ying thought highly of him and intended to let him marry Ying Luohuan. However, the temperament of that woman was really not flattering. He didn't want to marry an ancestor. In addition, he fell in love with the young and beautiful Bi Yue at first sight. At that time, he had not been in the officialdom alone. He was still relatively simple. He only wanted to grow old with Bi Yue. Therefore, King Ying didn't force him and arranged a future for him. However, as time passed, many things became heartless. People's hearts were changeable and unbearable!
Now, he was beaten back to the starting point. Zhan Ping's position was stable and his future was promising. He could be sure that if he had married Ying Luohuan, he wouldn't have ended up like this.
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