Feng Yu Heng's words amused the two maidservants. Huang Quan asked her, "Young Miss, you still believe in such things? I thought that Young Miss was fearless of the heavens and earth. "
Feng Yu Heng helplessly said, "I was just saying it. But today, not only is my eyelid twitching, I also feel uneasy. I have a bad premonition, but I don't know what the problem is. "
Hearing her say this, Wang Chuan took it seriously and quickly said, "If Young Miss really thinks that something will happen, then we might as well not enter the palace! In a while, this servant will go in on my own to inform His Highness the ninth prince. I will also bring young master Zi Rui out.
Huang Quan also nodded, "That's right. Since Young Miss thinks that something will happen, then something will definitely happen. We don't need to take that risk. In my opinion, we might as well inform His Ninth Highness and His Seventh Highness and have them leave the palace as well. "
Feng Yu Heng was speechless when she heard this, "I do have a bad premonition, but it's not as serious as you say. Today is the first day of the New Year. If I don't enter the palace and bring the two Highnesses out, what would the Emperor think? Besides, if something really happens and we're not in the palace, wouldn't it be even more chaotic? Don't think too much about it. Perhaps I'm being too sensitive. Things like eyelids twitching really shouldn't be casually believed. Don't take it to heart, we'll do what we need to do. "
The imperial carriage traveled all the way to Rui Men. It was very lively here. Everyone's faces were full of joy, and the clothes they wore were also very colorful. Occasionally, they could hear people greeting each other for the New Year. It was very harmonious, unlike the sour words on the Mid-Autumn Festival.
Once her imperial carriage arrived, the people automatically opened up a path. After all, the people entering the palace today were all officials and their family members. There was practically not a single person that did not recognize Feng Yu Heng's imperial carriage, and there was not a single person that was bored enough to make things difficult for Feng Yu Heng. After more than two years of interaction, there was no one in the capital who was as eager to provoke Feng Yu Heng as before. Even if there were still people who were jealous, they knew to keep a respectful distance to avoid causing trouble for themselves.
The imperial carriage quickly arrived at the Rui Gate. Feng Yu Heng suddenly thought of something and casually asked: "Today, the Emperor should bestow a marriage between the Eighth Prince and the young miss of the Lu Family, right?"
Wang Chuan nodded. "That's right. If nothing unexpected happens, the Lu Family will officially form an alliance with the Eighth Prince during today's palace banquet. Thinking about how the Eighth Prince has been trying to find a civil official to rely on over the years; however, who knew that his fate would end up with the Lu Family. "
Huang Quan smiled and said: "The current Lu Family is no longer the same as it was in the past. Although they were not that glorious back then, in any case, they still had some businesses that made money. Now, they are a nest of paupers. For the Eighth Prince to find this sort of support, I fear that his intestines are green with regret. "
While the two servants spoke, they helped Feng Yu Heng out of the imperial carriage; however, they found that there was a person standing at the bottom of the carriage. This person was looking at Feng Yu Heng with a sorrowful expression.
She was startled then immediately recognized this person; however, she was puzzled and asked: "Madam Lu? Why are you here? "
The person that had come was Lu Yan's mother from the Ge Clan. Seeing Feng Yu Heng get out of the carriage, she quickly knelt to salute. Feng Yu Heng gestured for Huang Quan to support her. Only then did she say: "There's no need to be so courteous. Does Madam Lu need something?"
The members of the Ge Clan repeatedly nodded and did not beat around the bush, directly saying: "Not to hide it from Imperial Daughter, but ever since my daughter, Lu Yan, was betrothed to His Highness the eighth prince during the Winter Hunt, our Lu Family has always been grateful to Imperial Daughter. Yan 'er originally said that she would kowtow to Imperial Daughter to express her gratitude after receiving the decree of marriage. Who could have thought that this sort of thing would happen. "
Feng Yu Heng was startled and asked in confusion: "What happened?" Before the end of the year, Zirui had returned, and she had been busy accompanying Zirui. She also needed to go to a residence outside the city, thus she did not have time to inquire about the outside world. She did hear Qing Yu mention that the Lu Family had invited a doctor from Hundred Herb Hall to examine them; however, she did not think too much of it. Now that she heard the Ge Clan say this, she recalled this matter.
Hearing her ask, the members of the Ge Clan quickly said: "Imperial Daughter originally had good intentions to allow Yan 'er to be infatuated with His Highness the eighth prince. How could it be that Yan 'er does not have this fortune. When it was time for the betrothal, she fell so ill that she could not even get out of bed. I fear that Imperial Daughter's good intentions will be wasted. "
Feng Yu Heng frowned from hearing this and ignored the matter of Lu Yan's illness. Instead, she coldly said to the Ge Clan: "The marriage between the Lu Family and His Highness the eighth prince was facilitated by Noble Lady Yuan. It is unrelated to this Imperial Daughter. You had best not thank the wrong person."
The Ge Clan was also a smart clan. She and Lu Song had already guessed that there was definitely something fishy about this. Perhaps Feng Yu Heng had used some sort of method to force Noble Lady Yuan to do this. Now that they heard Feng Yu Heng say this, they understood the reasoning behind this, thus they quickly nodded and said: "Imperial Daughter is right. This official's wife misspoke."
Feng Yu Heng nodded and finally asked about Lu Yan's illness. After hearing the Ge Clan give a simple explanation of the situation, she began to feel a bit puzzled. But now was not the time or place to ask about the illness, thus she said: "Don't rush. When this imperial daughter has time tomorrow, I will personally come to the manor to take a look."
After saying this, she was about to enter the palace, and the eunuch at the entrance bowed and gestured for her to enter. The Ge Clan saw that she was about to enter the palace, thus they quickly chased after her and quietly said: "Imperial Daughter, the doctors have all said that my daughter has been poisoned. Even the doctor from Hundred Herb Hall said this."
Feng Yu Heng heard this, but she did not stop. Although the Ge Clan had the right to enter the palace, they did not plan to enter the palace today. They just wanted to stop Feng Yu Heng at the entrance and say these things. Now that they had already said what needed to be said, they did not continue to argue and respectfully retreated.
Long before they had arrived, Lu Song had told her that since Princess Ji 'an had personally facilitated this matter, she would not allow this matter to pass so easily. Regardless of who it was that had poisoned her, as long as Princess Ji 'an was willing to investigate, she would definitely be able to find some clues. When that time comes, there would be no need for them to seek revenge. Princess Ji' an would naturally respond. Only then did the Ge Clan come to Rui Gate to wait. Now that they saw that Feng Yu Heng was indeed interested in this matter and had promised that she would go to the Lu manor to take a look, they knew that Lu Song's analysis was correct, and they felt a bit more at ease. After all, she was a mother. Compared to her future, her daughter's life was more important. Feng Yu Heng was a divine doctor. If she went, perhaps Lu Yan's life could be saved.
When Feng Yu Heng entered the palace, the sky had already darkened. All of the lanterns in the palace had been lit, creating a very festive atmosphere.
Today, all of the palace servants had changed into new clothes. The eunuchs were dressed in navy blue, and the palace maids were dressed in light pink. They had even made an exception to have the palace maids put on exquisite makeup and wear some exquisite jewelry. From a distance, it was as if the palace maids had descended to the mortal world. Huang Quan tugged at the green robe she was wearing and said with annoyance: "If I knew earlier that the palace maids would be dressed so beautifully, I would have listened to young miss and also dressed up."
Wang Chuan was not in the mood to make fun of her. He only said to Feng Yu Heng: "It's also this servant's fault for being negligent. I should have paid more attention to the Lu Family."
Feng Yu Heng waved her hand: "It's not your fault. I'm afraid that someone is interfering with this matter. Let's wait and see."
The group chatted as they headed toward Jingtsu Temple. She had not arrived early today, and she had been delayed by speaking with the Ge Clan at the entrance of the palace. When she arrived at Jingtsu Temple, there were already quite a few womenfolk standing there, chatting in groups of three to five. Seeing her arrive, they all saluted and paid their respects. It was the new year, and no one wanted to be disliked. That was why they appeared to be in harmony.
Fang Yi, who was at the Empress' side, had been waiting at the entrance for a long time. When she saw Feng Yu Heng arrive, she quickly went forward and paid her respects with a smile. She then said: "Imperial Daughter, quickly come in with this servant. Palace Princess Wu Yang arrived early in the morning and is currently chatting with Her Highness the Empress inside. His Majesty has already given the order that you can directly enter the hall after arriving. There is no need to wait outside. "
When these words were said, everyone was envious. To be able to make the Empress give such face, and it was a person with a different surname, this Feng Yu Heng was truly a legend these past two years!
In the past, Feng Yu Heng would respectfully accept this kind of invitation, but today, she waved her hand and said to Fang Yi with a smile: "Many thanks to Her Highness the Empress for her good intentions. I'll have to trouble Gu Gu to go first. Heng Heng will go in to pay respects to Her Highness in a while." She then looked around and said: "Her Highness and Palace Princess Wu Yang must have many intimate things to talk about. Heng Heng Heng will not be in a hurry to go in and disturb them. She will first chat with a few good sisters outside. I'll have to trouble Gu Gu to be considerate."
How could Fang Yi not understand what she meant. She wanted to stay outside for a while and did not want to go in early. After all, it was too restrictive inside. Although the Empress had always been kind to Feng Yu Heng, the person that Feng Yu Heng was closest to in the inner palace was still Consort Yun. As long as they did their best, it would be fine. There was no hope that she would truly be as close to her as a daughter. Thus she did not continue to hold back. She just bowed and went in to report.
Slowly, more and more people gathered in Jingtsu Temple. Xuan Tian Ge was inside the hall chatting with the Empress, but Fung Tian Yu and Ren Xi Feng had already gathered around Feng Yu Heng. The group chatted and laughed happily.
Gradually, Xiang Rong and Fen Dai also entered the palace. Although the two sisters had walked in together, the two did not interact much. Xiang Rong was still as shy as before, finding a corner to stand in. Fen Dai was also not as flamboyant as before. With a cold expression, she stood to the side and did not speak to anyone. Of course, neither of the two paid any attention to Feng Yu Heng. They maintained a distance that everyone thought was normal. It was as though they were strangers.
It was the three madams of the Yao family that looked around after entering Jingtsu Temple. They very quickly found Feng Yu Heng. Thus, with Xu shi leading the way, the three madams of the Yao family walked over to Feng Yu Heng. They then warmly grabbed Feng Yu Heng's hand, and Xu shi was the first to speak: "Heng Heng, Aunty made your favorite desserts. Bring Zirui home tomorrow to eat."
When these words came out, all of the madams and young misses present were dazed. Someone immediately began to whisper: "Didn't Princess Ji An break off relations with the Yao family?"
"That's right. They've been in a deadlock for many months, but I've never heard of them reconciling."
"Then what is going on right now?"
Not to mention the madams and young misses being puzzled, even Feng Yu Heng was a little dazed. Casting a questioning gaze toward Yao shi, she saw Yao shi pat the back of her hand and raise her voice to ensure that even more people could hear her. Only then did she say: "There are times when teeth touch lips, but they can't be pulled out because of a collision. We're one family. Even if our bones are broken, our tendons are still connected. How can we always speak in two different languages! Heng Heng is the Yao family's daughter and will always be. Nobody should think of separating this child from the Yao family! "
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