Yang Yuhuan's expression was very displeased. Her two elder sisters were also people of status. They actually talked about keeping pale-faced scholars in front of her, and more than one at that. How could she endure this?
After all, Yang Yuhuan was the Emperor's favorite concubine. It was absolutely impossible for her to keep pale-faced scholars. Otherwise, it would not be as simple as falling out of favor. It was estimated that she would not be able to keep her life. Wearing a green hat on the Emperor's head was not a joke.
And as a young woman, who would not be willing to fall in love with a young pale-faced scholar? Lying in the arms of an old man in his seventies or eighties all day long, how could this feeling not be sullen? At least, it was definitely sullen physically. Mentally, because of the Emperor's favor, there was no regret. However, the regret of the body was difficult to make up for. She could only not think about these things and let herself completely live in the spiritual world, so as not to make her heart sad.
However, her two elder sisters actually kept so many young and handsome young men. Every night, they could experience different young and handsome young scholars and enjoy a life of pleasure. If it were not for her, her several elder sisters could only suffer and suffer in poverty in Central Sichuan. How could they have the luxurious life they had today? In other words, her several elder sisters were completely basking in her light. Without her humiliation and sacrifice, her several elder sisters were nothing.
And at this moment, she could only serve the same old man. Every night, she could only be entangled with the same old man. Her several elder sisters could very freely raise many young and handsome pale-faced scholars and enjoy a different drunken and dreamy life. How could this make her feel balanced?
Yang Yuhuan did her best to serve Li Longji, this old man. This was the foundation of the entire Yang family's meteoric rise. Moreover, she needed to continue to contribute. In the end, the life she enjoyed was the most unfree and perfect. Her several elder sisters actually surpassed her in terms of physical enjoyment. How could this make her feel good? Even if Yang Yuhuan did not pursue physical pleasure, she was not willing to see her elder sister talk about raising a pretty boy in front of her. This was disrespectful to her. After all, as an elder sister, she should know that her younger sister would not do such a thing. Therefore, saying such words was not suspicious of showing off. Even if Yang Yuhuan did not want to think too much about it, her mood would not be very good.
Madam Han was the oldest. Because she often prayed to Buddha, she gradually fell into an illusory religion. Therefore, she was the only one who did not raise a pretty boy. When she heard the conversation between her two younger sisters, she was very unhappy in her heart and even had some disgusting thoughts.
"You two are not serious again. You should be punished to go to the temple to copy Buddhist scriptures for three days and three nights to purify your souls."
Madam Han scolded them.
In fact, the two sisters had already regretted it. They regretted it the moment they said it. They were not fools. Naturally, they knew that these words could not be said in front of Yang Yuhuan. It was like calling a light bulb in front of a bald person.
They knew that Yang Yuhuan could not raise any man, but they still said such words. This was too impolite and even a little too much. Although they did not mean it, it was still very inappropriate.
"Elder sister, you are right. We talked nonsense again. We must copy Buddhist scriptures. We will copy it tonight, copy it all night, as a punishment, punishment."
Madam Qin was the first to accept the punishment.
"Well, I will also accept the punishment. I will copy it all night. Look at my mouth. I dare to say anything. Damn it, I spoil the fun."
Yang Yurou gently slapped herself. Then, she frowned and looked at Madam Han. She asked, "Where were we just now? Why can't I remember it? "
Madam Han replied, "Just now, Madam Tao Junior asked who came up with the idea of the rainbow. She wanted His Majesty to reward this person."
"Since you know it, you can tell me. I am so anxious."
Madam Qin asked eagerly.
"Don't worry. It was my grandson who came up with it."
Yang Yurou answered quickly.
"Grandson? Who? Where did you get your grandson? "
Madam Qin and Madam Han looked at Yang Yurou in surprise. Their hearts were full of questions. They were so shocked that they were dumbfounded.
"Hahaha! Hahaha! "
This time, Yang Yuhuan laughed. She laughed very happily. Her plump body trembled as she laughed. It was very seductive and very intoxicating.
Seeing Yang Yuhuan laugh like this, Madam Qin and Madam Han were more confused. However, as long as the Imperial Concubine was happy, it was a good thing. They all counted on the Imperial Concubine. They came to the palace to accompany the Imperial Concubine and make her happy.
Seeing that her two sisters were more confused, Yang Yuhuan laughed even more happily. She couldn't even stop.
As the actual hostess of the harem, Yang Yuhuan often smiled, but it was rare for her to laugh like this. If this scene was seen by any dissolute literati, they would write a poem. In short, the Imperial Concubine's laughter was so beautiful. It was rare to see such a scene in a thousand years. It was so beautiful that it made people suffocate and unable to control themselves.
"Third Sister, what's going on? When did you have a grandson? "
Madam Han was the most honest. She asked more questions if she didn't understand.
"Hahaha!"
Yang Yuhuan laughed even harder. In order to control her gaffe, she had to cover her mouth and nose with her hand.
However, not far from the Supreme Liquid Pool, there was a person who was quite lonely and could even be described as vicissitudes of life. This person was Yang Yuhuan's ex-husband, Prince Li Longji, Li Mao. He was also the eighteenth prince of Li Longji.
Many years ago, when Yang Yuhuan was not the Imperial Concubine, she was the wife of Prince Li Mao. The relationship between the husband and wife was very good. It could be said that they were very loving. However, this kind of loving husband and wife life came to an abrupt end many years ago.
At that time, Li Mao didn't understand what had happened. He was confused and lost his beloved wife. It was not until his wife was lying in the arms of the Emperor that he completely understood that it was his Imperial Father who stole his wife. When he heard this news, he was so angry that he almost died. He was so sad and resentful that he couldn't be more angry.
Even though so many years had passed and he had several children with his current wife, the sadness and resentment in his heart didn't dissipate much. However, this sadness and resentment could only be buried deep in his heart. He couldn't tell anyone. At least, on the surface, he had to make people think that he had completely forgotten the past. He had forgotten that he was Yang Yuhuan's ex-husband. Otherwise, his throne and life would be difficult to guarantee.
In order to hide his inner thoughts, he had to frequently have children with his current wife so that the Emperor would think that he had walked out of his depression and could live a normal life.
It must be said that time could change everything. Time could heal all scars. However, the trauma in Li Mao's heart was too great. Even after a long time, it still couldn't be healed.
Looking at the smiling Yang Yuhuan in the distance, Li Mao's mood was extremely complicated. It was as if a bottle of five different feelings had been knocked over. It was simply indescribable.
He could see that Yang Yuhuan was living a very good life now. She was happy every day. After all, how could she not be happy to be doted on by the Emperor? And all this, only the Emperor, this old man, could give her. He, this good-for-nothing, was completely useless. He couldn't give her anything.
Looking at Yang Yuhuan's delicate face and her bell-like laughter, Li Mao's thoughts returned to many years ago. When Yang Yuhuan was still his wife, their relationship was so beautiful.
During the day, they treated each other with respect. During the warm night, Yang Yuhuan would delicately burrow into Li Mao's arms, as gentle as a kitten.
Holding the chubby Yang Yuhuan in his arms, the feeling was so comfortable. It was so intoxicating. It was simply ecstasy! And all of this had passed for many years. He could no longer go back. He would never have the opportunity to hold Yang Yuhuan in his arms again. It was very difficult to have the opportunity to look at her from afar.
This time, Li Mao did not enter the palace alone. He entered the palace with many other princes to pay their respects to the Emperor. This was also a routine gathering. In order to get closer to his sons, every few days, the Emperor would summon all of his sons to the palace to eat and drink to their hearts' content.
As one of the princes, Li Mao naturally had to enter the palace. He had to come. Moreover, he had to pretend to be very happy. At least, he couldn't show any obvious displeasure.
Because of Yang Yuhuan's matter, Li Mao's mood was low. The other princes, in order to avoid suspicion, so their relationship with Li Mao didn't seem so close. On such an important day, they naturally wouldn't ask Li Mao to go with them. And Li Mao also didn't have the mood to go with them.
Every time he entered the palace, it was like this. He would either be the first to enter the palace or the last to enter the palace. He would stagger the time with his brothers to avoid excessive interaction. Even if he met them, he would at most exchange a few words.
This time, Li Mao entered the palace early. He was two to four hours early. After entering the palace, because the banquet hadn't started yet, Li Mao could walk around freely in the palace. After all, even if he was no longer favored, he was still a prince. Ordinary palace maids and eunuchs wouldn't dare to be disrespectful to Prince Shou.
Li Mao didn't like to stay in the stuffy hall, and he didn't want to wait for his brothers to arrive. Therefore, he chose to stroll around the palace, looking at the flowers and plants, as well as the pavilions. This way, his mood would be better.
Originally, in order to avoid suspicion, Li Mao would only choose to stroll in the front. He definitely wouldn't go to the back to avoid bumping into the concubines in the palace and causing unnecessary trouble. But this time, because the rainbow at Penglai Lake was too beautiful, it aroused Li Mao's curiosity. So, he forgot his concerns and walked all the way to Penglai Lake. He saw the rainbow, and Yang Yuhuan and her sister who were admiring the rainbow in a pavilion not far away.
He didn't expect that he would see his ex-wife, whom he couldn't let go of, when he casually walked over to admire the rainbow. And it had been many years since they last met.
What Li Mao didn't expect was that his life was so sullen, but this woman who once said that she loved him deeply was living such a comfortable life. She didn't seem to show any signs of aging. How could he be calm?
"This bitch is living a happy life."
Li Mao was very angry. His two fists were clenched tightly. He almost rushed over and beat them up.
Because the location was relatively remote, and Yang Yuhuan and her sister were sitting facing the rainbow, they couldn't see Li Mao who was chatting happily. But Li Mao could see their situation clearly.
"Why is Prince Shou here? He's here to see the rainbow. "
The voice behind him woke Li Mao up from his dream. He was so scared that his back was sweating.
"Assistant Minister Li is also here to see the rainbow."
Li Mao quickly loosened his fists and turned around to look at Li An who was standing behind him.
Ang Lee smiled and said, "I was strolling around the city and saw a rainbow. My subordinates told me that Your Majesty made a bigger one in the palace. I was worried that my subordinates wouldn't make a perfect rainbow, so I came over to take a look. I didn't expect to meet Prince Shou here."
"Oh, is that so? This Prince came to the palace for a meal with the princes today and came a little early. I saw a rainbow here and came over. I didn't expect to meet Assistant Minister Li here. What a coincidence. "
Li Mao's voice wasn't loud or soft, but he sounded a little nervous. Obviously, he knew that he shouldn't be here. He shouldn't have any contact with Yang Yuhuan. Otherwise, he would be in big trouble if word got out.
Ang Lee's eyesight wasn't ordinary. He naturally saw Yang Yuhuan and Li Mao not far away. He also saw Prince Shou clenching his fists in anger. Prince Shou should be aware of this.
"Since Prince Shou and I are fated to meet, why don't we go to the pavilion at the side? We can kill some boring time, okay? "
Ang Lee said with a smile.
Prince Shou didn't dare to disobey. He nodded and walked towards an inconspicuous pavilion with Ang Lee, away from the sight of the Yang sisters.
"Prince Shou, please have a seat."
"Assistant Minister Li, please."
The two of them exchanged pleasantries and sat down. Because it was in a secluded area, there wasn't a single person nearby. There were only Ang Lee and Li Mao. After all, Penglai Lake was so big that there weren't many people around. In addition, they were in a secluded area where the Emperor and his concubines wouldn't visit. Naturally, no one would clean it. Over time, it became gloomy and even less people would go there.
"After so many years, Prince Shou still can't let it go!"
Li An looked at the man in the green hat, Li Mao, in front of him. He suddenly had a very sympathetic feeling in his heart. However, if it was necessary, he still had to remind him. After all, Li An was a good person.
"Assistant Minister Li, what are you saying? This Prince doesn't understand? "
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