"How is Aijia resourceful? Aijia is just idle all day long, so Aijia cares about the future of you juniors. At Aijia's age, isn't Aijia's hope that you can all live a sweet life in the future?
"You are 26 years old, and the one before you has been gone for three years. You shouldn't delay like this. Do you have a plan in mind? "
The Empress Dowager asked Lu Heng with a smile.
Other than Qin Yining, the other two girls were already blushing, but they couldn't help but look at Lu Heng's appearance.
Lu Heng was indeed a noble, handsome, and elegant man.
Although he was the second wife, Lu Heng didn't have a son, so it didn't matter if he was the second wife or not. As long as he could give birth to a son, he would be the legitimate son.
In addition, the Lu Men family was such a huge existence.
The history of the Lu Men family was longer than that of Beiji and Da Zhou combined. Its financial resources could be said to be comparable to that of a country, and its industries were involved in all walks of life. The slightest movement would cause economic turmoil in the country. Even among the court officials, many were members of the Lu Men family.
And Lu Heng was the second son of the First Wife of such a powerful family.
Being able to marry him was even more glorious than marrying the Emperor or Wang Ye.
Which girl didn't yearn for love? The two girls only glanced at Lu Heng, and they couldn't help blushing.
Lu Heng's ears also turned red, which was unexpected by the Empress Dowager.
The Empress Dowager couldn't help laughing, "It seems that Heng ge 'er has someone he likes."
"Replying to the Empress Dowager, I …"
Without waiting for Lu Heng to answer, a palace servant outside the hall reported, "Prince Zhongshun has arrived."
The Empress Dowager's smile widened, "Quickly invite him in!"
The hall door opened, and Pang Xiao strode into the hall, wearing a white brocade robe, a jade belt around his waist, and a purple gold hairpin and tasseled crown on his head.
Seeing that the womenfolk in the room had already taken their seats, and Qin Yining and the Sun Clan were still sitting at the table, Pang Xiao had an idea and bowed deeply to the Empress Dowager without batting an eyelid.
"Greetings, Empress Dowager!"
The Empress Dowager snorted and said angrily, "You little monkey, it's not easy to invite you here for a meal. Every time, you are busy with work. I don't know how busy you are. Don't you miss me?"
When Qin Yining heard the Empress Dowager's tone, he couldn't help but take another look at her.
It seemed that in the Empress Dowager's heart, she was closer to Pang Xiao than to Lu Heng.
Because in front of Lu Heng, the Empress Dowager was only courteous and concerned, but in front of Pang Xiao, she treated him like her own nephew. She could laugh and scold him.
Pang Xiao smiled. Her phoenix eyes were as gentle as spring water. The corners of her mouth curved, revealing her neat white teeth. She looked like a spring breeze.
"Empress Dowager, how could I not miss you? I didn't come, but didn't I send you a box of food before? "
The Empress Dowager pulled Pang Xiao over and had him sit on the other side of her. "You are considerate. The nourishing soup made by your fu's cook is really good."
"As long as the Empress Dowager likes it." Pang Xiao continued to smile.
He was sitting at a position where he could see Qin Yining when he raised his head. But when his gaze swept over her, there was a bit of disdain and coldness in his eyes.
The Empress Dowager calmly looked at this person and then looked at Qin Yining. She smiled gently and had Lu Heng sit down to continue the previous topic.
"Heng 'er should really remarry. Your family is big and your business is big. You're also busy with your business. You can't not have someone by your side who cares about you. In Aijia's opinion, with Heng' er's talent, only the daughter of an official family can match him. What do you think?"
Lu Heng smiled slightly and then looked at Qin Yining. From his angle, he could see the side of Qin Yining's good friend's face. She had a high nose, cherry lips, and long eyelashes that were like small fans.
Not to mention this woman's intelligence, just looking at her appearance, he wouldn't be able to see enough of her in a lifetime.
The Empress Dowager saw his gaze and couldn't help smiling as she said, "Today, aijia has invited several madams and misses to eat. Since you are all fated to meet and are not outsiders, how about this, if Heng ge 'er likes someone, just say it. Aijia will make the decision for you."
Lu Heng was a bit surprised because the Empress Dowager was a very cautious person. Normally, she wouldn't act like this.
But his heart was shaking in his chest. His eyes couldn't help but look at Qin Yining's beautiful face.
His reaction was so straightforward that it made everyone present have different thoughts.
The members of the Sun Clan anxiously held Qin Yining's hand and found that Qin Yining's hand was sweaty.
Qin Yining was really scared this time.
If the Empress Dowager decreed her marriage and gave her to Lu Heng, she really didn't have the right to refuse.
If she dared to refuse the Empress Dowager's gift, the consequences would be unimaginable.
But she had already decided on Pang Xiao. She didn't like anyone else and didn't want to marry anyone else!
Pang Xiao was a hero, not a mediocre man. Once such a hero entered her heart, she was afraid that she wouldn't be able to fall in love with anyone else in her life.
Qin Yining kept her head down. Her long eyelashes covered the emotions in her eyes.
But Pang Xiao, who was sitting opposite her, was very distressed and angry.
He frowned slightly and narrowed his eyes at Lu Heng.
Lu Heng didn't notice Pang Xiao's gaze at all. He only smiled and said, "How could I not appreciate the Empress Dowager's kindness? Lord Qin is Your Majesty's right-hand man and has a good reputation for being wise and intelligent. Miss Qin's talent and appearance are outstanding. This Lu is fascinated. If I can take her as my wife, Lu Heng will definitely be grateful to the Empress Dowager. "
Qin Yining's heart skipped a beat. She immediately felt that her body was as stiff as a rock and couldn't move.
The members of the Sun Clan and the others were also surprised by Lu Heng's straightforwardness.
The Empress Dowager smiled slightly. Just as she was about to speak, Pang Xiao, who was sitting next to her, suddenly stood up and flipped the square table in front of him.
With a loud crash, the cups and plates fell to the ground and shattered. The womenfolk screamed and jumped away, but most of the dishes and soup still splashed on Lu Heng. Some of it splashed on the Empress Dowager.
Pang Xiao's eyes were red with anger. He was like a lion that had been provoked. He pointed at Lu Heng and cursed, "You son of a bitch, don't you dare have any thoughts about her!"
"Pang Zhixi! You're crazy! "
Lu Heng was born in a prestigious family. He had never been insulted like this since he was young!
"Today, the Empress Dowager has the intention to bestow this marriage. I'm replying to the Empress Dowager. Who do you think you are? How dare you interrupt!"
"You can choose whoever you want! How can a weakling like you have the right to covet the woman I've slept with! "
"Vulgar and improper!"
Lu Heng was so angry that his face turned red. "You're just a small Wang Ye. In front of my Lu family, you're nothing. If I want to crush you, I don't even need two fingers. I can crush you with one finger!"
"Nonsense! Why don't you try to crush me! I'll kill you right now! "
"Hey. Stop, stop! "
The Empress Dowager's skirt was drenched with vinegar fish. At this moment, she didn't care about her clothes anymore. She pulled Pang Xiao with one hand. Wet Nurse Chen and the palace servants also pulled Pang Xiao's robe with all their strength from behind.
At this time, the imperial guards outside the hall who heard the noise came in one after another. They were stunned when they saw the mess in the room.
The Empress Dowager looked at the group of imperial guards who were about to draw their swords. She couldn't help but stomp her feet and say, "Who let you in! Get out! "
"Empress Dowager, we're here to protect you. You …"
"Aijia told you to get out!"
Seeing the Empress Dowager so determined, the imperial guards could only retreat. Before they left, they looked worriedly at Pang Xiao and Lu Heng, who were glaring at each other like fighting cocks.
They couldn't afford to offend either of these two big shots. Even in front of Your Majesty, they had to be somewhat cautious. If they really fought, who would these small fries dare to pull back?
Since the Empress Dowager told them to get out, then they got out.
Qin Yining and the Sun Clan supported each other and hid far away, but the corners of their skirts were still splashed by the vegetable soup.
The Sun Clan's face was ashen. They looked suspiciously at Qin Yining and wanted to say something, but stopped.
Qin Yining was in shock and couldn't recover for a long time.
She believed that if Pang Xiao didn't do anything, she would definitely be betrothed to Lu Heng.
But she didn't expect that Pang Xiao would declare his ownership in such a violent way. He didn't hesitate to thoroughly offend Lu Heng and the Lu Clan behind him. He also slapped the Empress Dowager's face.
He was dressed in a reckless appearance, but he did it quickly and accurately! He suppressed Lu Heng's marriage proposal just like that.
Lu Heng gritted his teeth. He took a few deep breaths but still couldn't calm his anger. He clenched one hand behind his back into a fist and pointed at Pang Xiao with the other hand. "You wait."
After he finished speaking, he ignored the Empress Dowager and arrogantly left with a flick of his sleeves.
He walked with his back straight and his steps calm, as if he was the one with the highest status in this room and not the Empress Dowager.
On the other hand, the Empress Dowager didn't have any reaction. It was enough to see the Lu Clan's status and the weight of his words to Pang Xiao.
The Empress Dowager angrily said, "What are you still doing? Go and send Second Master Lu off!"
She looked at the womenfolk in the room and impatiently waved her hand. "Aijia is tired. You can all leave!"
"Yes." The womenfolk still hadn't recovered from their shock. They stiffly bowed and retreated.
Pang Xiao supported the Empress Dowager a few steps back and sat down in a clean place.
Wet Nurse Chen led people in to clean up.
The Empress Dowager fiercely pinched Pang Xiao's arm and beat it a few times. "You little bastard, little bastard! Do you think we're still in the countryside? You dare to flip Aijia's table and challenge that surnamed Lu. Is it worth it for a woman? Do you know how powerful the Lu Clan is?! You're really angering Aijia to death! "
"Empress Dowager, please calm down. This subject is also angry. That Qin Clan is mine. Do you think I'll let other people touch me? That surnamed Lu is dreaming! "
"You're really … Ai, you're holding a grudge against her for killing your father and refusing to marry her. The capital is abuzz with news about her and her reputation has hit rock bottom. Now that Aijia finally found a good home for her, you won't marry her and won't let others marry her. You're too overbearing!"
Pang Xiao righteously said, "In short, even if I don't want her, I won't let other men touch her!"
"Then you might as well let her become a monk!" The Empress Dowager angrily roared.
Pang Xiao saw that the Empress Dowager was really angry. Only then did he shut his mouth and stop arguing. He let the Empress Dowager scold him to her heart's content.
Qin Yining and the Sun Clan left Ci 'an Palace. Along the way, they could hear the womenfolk discussing in low voices.
After leaving the palace, they got on the prepared carriage. Bing Tang and Ji Yun saw the Sun Clan's ugly expressions and didn't dare to follow.
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