Xiao Shao's words from three years ago would forever be a thorn in Princess He Yi's heart. She originally wanted to find a way to harm Jiang Ruan, or at least make her wish she was dead. Who knew that with the Empress Dowager's edict, Jiang Ruan would withdraw and follow her to the imperial ancestral temple, allowing her to escape. Ten days ago, when she heard that Jiang Ruan was returning to the capital, she was startled and thought of all the ways she could think of to harm her. Who knew that when she saw Jiang Ruan's appearance today, her heart would be in turmoil.
"I was just reminding Fifth Brother." Princess He Yi smiled slightly, "My Imperial Mother and Imperial Consort Niangniang do not get along, so naturally, I would not sincerely want to help her. That would be my last resort. Isn't that why I'm looking for Fifth Brother? Fifth Brother, you have to think clearly. That Hong 'an Princess is a wonderful person. Fifth Brother, you won't lose out. "
Jiang Chao was now working under Xuan Li, managing the affairs of the shops in the capital. This task could not be considered big, but it was definitely not small either. In the past few years, Jiang Chao had worked hard and done a good job, earning Xuan Li's appreciation. Jiang Quan, who was previously disappointed with Jiang Chao, had gradually changed his opinion of this son.
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Fifth Prince Xuan Hua's handsome face was gloomy, "Tenth Sister, do you think that Fifth Brother is someone you can use?"
She was dressed in a bright red palace robe with flowing colors and dark flowers. She wore a cloud satin skirt with crabapple strands and golden butterflies. On the outside, she wore a light crimson luan robe embroidered with wide sleeves of auspicious grass and wild geese. Her hair was combed into a hibiscus cloud bun, and her jet-black hair was coiled behind her head, making her skin appear even whiter than snow. However, that ball of fiery red seemed to have splashed down from the heavens, landing on the rosy clouds of the Great Jin dynasty. Her eyebrows were like spring water, her eyes like peach blossoms, and her lips were rosy like cherry blossoms. Her eyebrows and eyes were actually the depictions of beautiful women that had been painted for thousands of years. There was no air of immortality, but if one was not careful, they would fall into the graceful charm of this land.
Eighth Prince Xuan Li stared closely at the beautiful young woman approaching from afar. If three years ago, he had only wanted to control and use Jiang Ruan, now, besides being stunned, he was even more determined to win her. There were many beautiful women in this world, but there weren't many intelligent and beautiful women. However, someone as intelligent and beautiful as her was one of a kind in this world. Xuan Li's heart was slightly moved. This woman was worthy enough to stand by his side. In the future, when he was the King, she would definitely be the Empress!
"Are you threatening me?" Xuan Hua was enraged.
After Jiang Quan left, the smile on Xia Yan's face immediately disappeared. She had originally thought that being pregnant was a good thing, but in the end, it had given Hong Ying, that fox, an opportunity to take advantage of her. It had been a long time since Jiang Quan had entered her courtyard. Everything was left to Hong Ying to handle. Now, she couldn't even shove Linlang over.
In this way, some people were secretly delighted, while others were disappointed.
Empress Dowager Yi De returned to the capital. Elite soldiers stood in front of the palace gate and a hundred miles of ceremonial guards were stationed. The Emperor led the civil and military officials to welcome her. A long procession came from afar. Under the sunlight, the palace was extraordinarily gorgeous, and the purple patterned carriage was inlaid with golden threads, shining brightly under the sun. The procession started, the civil officials on the left, the military officials on the right, they all bowed down, "Welcome Empress Dowager back to the capital."
No one could forget that three years ago, the eldest di daughter of the Jiang family had blocked a sword with her own body and saved Empress Dowager Yi De's life. Empress Dowager Yi De had specially rewarded her by taking her to the ancestral temple to accompany her. Not long ago, the Emperor officially conferred her the title of Hong 'an Commandery Princess. Everyone knew that Empress Dowager Yi De treated this Hong 'an Commandery Princess differently. Now that they had seen it with their own eyes, this Hong 'an Commandery Princess was actually so beautiful that it could topple cities. She was definitely the most beautiful woman in the world.
"Riches come from danger," Commandery Princess He Yi smiled slightly. "It is alright if Fifth Brother is afraid. I heard that Eighth Brother and the Jiang fu's in-laws, the Xia fu, have always been on good terms. Presumably, his relationship with the Jiang fu is not that bad. Just now, Younger Sister saw clearly the way Eighth Brother looked at Hong 'an Commandery Princess. Tsk tsk, I think that since Hong' an Commandery Princess is already of marriageable age, it won't be long before Eighth Brother comes to propose marriage. When that time comes, the Zhao family army and the Guan family army will all belong to Eighth Brother. "
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Lian Qiao, who was serving by her side, was stunned. Her family's Miss had always been beautiful. These few years, she had grown up a little and was becoming more and more beautiful. Even the servant girls who served her in close proximity would sometimes be dazed by her beauty. She did not know what kind of commotion it would cause in the capital. Thinking of this, she felt a little uneasy. Excessive beauty was not a good thing, especially when one did not have the ability to protect one's beauty. However, with Empress Dowager Yi De's protection, there wouldn't be any problems.
Jiang Ruan smiled faintly and looked at the chessboard under the apricot tree. Both the white and black pieces had been used up. It appeared to be a mess, but the predicament had already been set. The white pieces no longer had a way out, and the black pieces were full of murderous intent at every step.
Everything was going well. Even though he hadn't been in the capital for three years, the chess game was still progressing at a steady pace. She walked to the front of the emperor and bowed: "Your son greets father."
At this moment, there was a gust of wind. Everyone narrowed their eyes subconsciously. When he opened his eyes again, he saw a red-clothed figure walking over from afar in front of the hundred-mile ceremonial procession and thousands of elite troops.
In Xuan Hua's mind, Jiang Ruan's enchanting face that could topple cities suddenly appeared, and his breathing stagnated. That's right, he was a man. Seeing such a stunning beauty, it would be a lie if he said that he wasn't moved. Moreover, the support behind Jiang Ruan could not be underestimated. In the past three years, the struggle between him and Xuan Li for the throne had become more and more intense. On the surface, the more brotherly and respectful they appeared, the more they wished to kill each other in private. If he had Jiang Xin Zhi and the Zhao Clan, wouldn't that be a bargaining chip? Moreover, Empress Dowager Yi De had taken a liking to Hong 'an Junzhu.
The two palace maids looked at Jiang Ruan calmly, as if they were certain that Jiang Ruan would not dare to refuse. In fact, in the palace, Princess He Yi was domineering and the emperor doted on her. Therefore, everyone in the palace had to give Princess He Yi face. Jiang Ruan had just returned to the capital, so she certainly did not dare to offend the princess.
Everything had just begun.
For the past three years, she had lived a peaceful life in the ancestral temple, listening to Zen and chanting scriptures every day. She was completely unaware of what was happening outside. In the eyes of Empress Dowager Yi De, she was just like any other girl in the boudoir. However, Jiang Ruan knew that there had never been a day when the hatred had truly been removed from her heart. She knelt in front of the golden body of Buddha with a pious expression, but in her heart, she was cursing. She smiled amiably at the little monk who was sweeping the floor, but in her heart, she was thinking about how to destroy all those people step by step. Every night, she leaned against the headboard of the bed and the scenes from her previous life flashed before her eyes. The more furious she was, the gentler her expression became.
Princess He Yi smiled slightly: "If that's the case, many thanks to Fifth Brother."
The journey back to the capital was about to begin. She wondered if those people were prepared to go to hell?
Xuan Hua stared blankly for a moment, then said angrily, "What do you mean by this? Since you want to be my imperial consort, how can you ruin your reputation?"
Hong 'an Princess, everyone was frightened and moved.
Following closely behind the splendid carriage was a soft, crabapple colored sedan chair. The sedan chair was equally magnificent and majestic, emitting a faintly discernible fragrance. Not knowing why, everyone unconsciously looked towards the sedan chair curiously, as if they were expecting someone to walk out.
It just so happened that the weather was good. Spring had arrived earlier than usual, and the sun in the morning seemed to know that today was a big day. It was even brighter than the day before.
Xuan Hua's eyes flashed slightly: "What you said is very good, but this is too risky."
She had also been waiting for this moment for a long time.
"Momo, it is not that I am willful," Xia Yan's eyes flashed with a trace of sadness: "He only knows that today is the day that the Empress Dowager returns to the palace, but he does not know that today is also the day that Su 'er returns to the fu. Su 'er has stayed in the ancestral temple for three years, and I have not seen her for three years. But you see, today he has not even asked a single question. Does he still have Su 'er in his heart? "
That was a beauty that could not be found in the mortal world.
However, she had already experienced this person's true colors. Jiang Ruan smiled faintly and turned her head away, unable to conceal the disgust in her eyes.
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Tomorrow, they would depart for the capital. Once they returned to the palace, everyone would know that this newly promoted Princess of the Great Jin dynasty would have a different status from the past.
Thus, hard work paid off. Ten days ago, Empress Dowager Yi De personally presided over her hairpin ceremony and sent a letter to the capital to request that she be conferred the title of Princess. The Emperor approved and bestowed the title of Hong 'an Princess.
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If one were to say who Xia Yan was most worried about, it was still Jiang Su Su. She had never replied to the letters she had sent to Jiang Su Su, only sending a brief message saying that she was well. She was not even willing to see Xia Yan. Today, Jiang Su Su had returned to the capital after three years. Xia Yan was overjoyed, but she did not expect that Jiang Quan would pour cold water on her.
"So what if I don't go?" Jiang Ruan looked down at them condescendingly. Under the gaze of that pair of charming and ice-cold eyes, the two palace maids only felt that the two of them were insignificant ants in Jiang Ruan's eyes, that even a glance was superfluous. Jiang Ruan said, "This Princess and Princess He Yi are of the same rank, and Princess He Yi has no right to order this Princess. You are just servants. I wonder if Master has taught you the etiquette of the palace, or do you think that this Princess is easy to bully?"
This kind of woman was worthy of the four words "Demoness Who Brings Calamity to the Nation".
Jiang Ruan nodded, a layer of pride slowly rising in her heart.
Fifth Prince Xuan Hua's eyes also brightened. Needless to say, the Crown Prince's eyes flashed with a trace of amazement. Even the mediocre Fourth Prince Xuan Lang could not help but reveal a trace of admiration at this moment.
'That person' naturally referred to Fifth Yiniang Hong Ying. In the past few years, Hong Ying's position in the Jiang fu had become more and more stable, almost to the point where she could compete with Xia Yan as an equal. Although Senior Servant Li said this, at this moment, Xia Yan was in a fit of anger, so how could she listen? She only angrily said, "Pei, you're just a prostitute from a brothel. What are you pretending to be virtuous and virtuous for? In the end, you still rely on seducing men.
In the eleventh year of Xuande, Empress Dowager Yi De returned to the capital.
Even the Emperor could not help but slightly narrow his eyes.
Jiang Ruan looked at them with a smile and did not say a word. Unexpectedly, she did not look anxious at all. After waiting for a while, Jiang Ruan's posture did not change. One of the palace maids became somewhat impatient and said, "Is Miss Jiang trying to make things difficult for us servants?"
Jiang Quan frowned slightly. "You do not need to do these trivial matters, just leave it to the servants." His gaze fell on Xia Yan's lower abdomen. "You should take care of your body."
The eunuch dragged out his voice and said, "We respectfully welcome Hong 'an Princess back to the capital —"
She slowly caressed her lower abdomen. After just three months, the fetus seemed to be very stable. The doctor had come to take a look and said that it was very likely to be a boy. If it really was a boy, it meant that she would be able to gain the upper hand in the confrontation with Hong Ying. Xia Yan lowered her head to look at her slightly bulging belly and said, "My son, you must be safe."
Xia Yan's brows suddenly flashed with a trace of joy. "Speaking of which, these days, I have not arranged a tongfang for Master. Lin Lang, who is by your side, is an obedient …"
"Impudent!" Jiang Ruan's tone suddenly became solemn. Her expression no longer had that sweet smile of a moment ago. She coldly said, "Who gave you the courage to shout at this Princess?"
In the past few years, she had been raised by Empress Dowager Yi De's side and had never deliberately inquired about outside news. The Jiang family had never sent any letters. Sometimes, when Empress Dowager Yi De received news of the battlefield between Tian Jin and the Great Jin dynasty, she would also call her over to listen. What was gratifying was that in the past three years, Jiang Xin Zhi had repeatedly turned the tide of battle and made extraordinary contributions. He had fought side by side with Guan Liang Han, and his bravery was not inferior to Guan Liang Han's. In addition, every time the enemy launched a surprise attack, he would always strike first and gain the upper hand. Thus, the title of the Great Jin dynasty's other god of war fell on Jiang Xin Zhi's shoulders.
The splendid carriage stopped in front of the palace gates. Exquisitely dressed palace maids hurriedly stepped forward to lift the beaded curtains on the carriage. Empress Dowager Yi De was dressed in a golden court dress, enameled with turquoise gold buttons, gorgeous and noble. She was supported as she walked out. She faintly glanced at the crowd. Just one glance was enough to make them feel an irresistible pressure.
Princess He Yi sneered, "She deserves to die." What kind of person was Xuan Hua? He had countless concubines in his fu. Just the tongfang alone filled the entire courtyard. Once Jiang Ruan entered the Fifth Prince's fu, that group of women would certainly not spare her. At that time, her reputation would be ruined, and Empress Dowager Yi De would certainly not treat her as warmly as before. What the Great Jin dynasty despised the most were women who violated public morals and morals. In the future, it would be difficult for her to advance. Once Xuan Hua was tired of playing with Jiang Ruan, it would be easy for him to deal with her again.
Jiang Ruan accompanied the Empress Dowager in the Palace of Compassionate and Peaceful for a while before the Empress Dowager said that she was tired. She allowed Jiang Ruan to return to the Jiang fu and bring back some rewards. This was Empress Dowager Yi De supporting her. Jiang Ruan smiled and thanked her before leaving the Palace of Compassionate and Peaceful.
From afar, a young girl dressed as a maidservant trotted over. Her smile was sweet and adorable as she called out from afar, "Miss, Miss."
Xuan Hua sneered, "Tenth Sister, don't try to fool Gege. Speak, what is your purpose?"
The two palace maids were startled, but before they could speak, they heard Jiang Ruan continue, "This Junzhu was personally requested by His Majesty, the Empress Dowager, and His Majesty bestowed this name. When the two of you see this Junzhu, you address this Junzhu as Miss Jiang. Could it be that, as palace maids, you still don't know this Junzhu's identity? Or, in your hearts, you only recognize Junzhu as your master, Princess He Yi? "
Jiang Ruan followed the palace maid who had led the way to the Imperial Garden. In front of her, two unfamiliar palace maids walked over. These two were dressed in extraordinary attire, so they were definitely not ordinary palace maids. When they saw Jiang Ruan, they bowed slightly and said, "Miss Jiang, Junzhu invites you over for a chat."
Jiang Ruan smiled slightly, "It's been three years."
Xia Yan slowly calmed down and sighed, "You're right, that lowly woman is just a chicken that can't lay eggs, there's nothing to fear. Now that Chao 'er is slowly improving, in the future, he will be able to help the one in my belly a little. "
The palace maid who had led the way was also startled. Just now, she had been in a dilemma. Although Jiang Ruan was now rumored to be deeply favored by Empress Dowager Yi De, Princess He Yi had also been favored in the palace for so many years. If she were to offend Princess He Yi because of Jiang Ruan, she would feel somewhat uneasy. Looking at Jiang Ruan's always smiling appearance, her intuition told her that this Hong 'an Junzhu was a soft persimmon. Unexpectedly, when Jiang Ruan spoke at this time, the palace maid suddenly realized that Jiang Ruan was not someone who could be easily bullied. Thus, she straightened her back and said, "That's right, my two elder sisters, when you see Junzhu, why don't you pay your respects to her?"
Time flowed like water, fleeting. For the past three years, she had followed the Empress Dowager in the ancestral temple, eating vegetarian, chanting sutras, and walking in plain clothes. Every day, she accompanied the Empress Dowager by her side. Because she was extremely patient, she was not like ordinary young girls who would become impatient when they listened to the Great Master chanting sutras. For the past three years, bit by bit, she had infiltrated Empress Dowager Yi De's life, quietly fawning over her. Slowly, Empress Dowager Yi De accepted her. She was not Princess Yuan Rong, but she also made Empress Dowager Yi De feel like she was treating her own daughter.
She slowly approached from afar, her fiery red skirt fluttering behind her. As she got closer, she discovered that this woman's makeup was exquisite and gorgeous. The corners of her eyes were finely sprinkled with gold powder, enshrouding her breathtaking beauty. The corners of her eyes were faintly raised, the corners of her lips curled into a smile, and her hands were folded in front of her. She was dignified and charming, cold and flirtatious.
The two palace maids stared blankly, clenched their teeth, and greeted Jiang Ruan with the courtesy that servants used to greet a Junzhu. They said, "Just now, we were rash. But Hong 'an Junzhu, our Junzhu is still waiting for you. If you do this, isn't it a little … "
"Why does Fifth Brother need to say this?" A smile blossomed on He Yi's beautiful face, but it was as glaring as a poisonous snake. "Hong 'an Junzhu is not an ordinary person. If Fifth Brother can marry her, sooner or later, Jiang Xin Zhi will command one of the three armies. That old man Zhao Guang will also follow you, and with the Empress Dowager's support, won't Fifth Brother be tempted?"
"Fifth Brother, how can you be so naive?" Princess He Yi sighed. "Since Younger Sister has told Fifth Brother about this method, if Fifth Brother does not agree, Younger Sister will definitely tell Eighth Brother. If Fifth Brother is not willing, and Eighth Brother is willing, then Hong 'an Junzhu can only marry Eighth Brother? "
A demoness who brings calamity to the nation. Everyone's mind simultaneously floated up with the same thought.
A slender jade-like hand stretched out.
Xuan Li stared blankly. If three years ago, he had believed that Jiang Ruan hated him because of Jiang Su Su, then today, three years later, he had clearly realized that Jiang Ruan did not hate him because of Jiang Su Su. Jiang Ruan hated him from the bottom of her heart, as if she had an innate hatred for him. He believed that he had not done anything to make Jiang Ruan hate him, but every time Jiang Ruan saw him, she showed alienation and disgust.
She sat down in a daze. Seeing this, Li momo, who was at the side, hurriedly handed her a cup of red date honey water. "Furen, don't be angry with Master, be careful not to hurt the little Young Master in your belly."
"Deal." Xuan Hua readily agreed. "I only want the person and power, the process doesn't matter. In the future, if Tenth Sister wants it, I will naturally be happy to do her a favor."
The palanquin also stopped. The movement of the palanquin was incomparably gentle, as if it was afraid of startling the person in the palanquin. It made people's hearts itch even more. Immediately after, two maids dressed in green walked over. They were both tall and had delicate and pretty faces. One looked calmer, while the other looked more shrewish. Both of them stood on both sides of the palanquin and stretched out their hands to support the person in the palanquin.
The young lady in black had already placed the last piece. She raised her head, revealing a face so beautiful that it seemed as if it could not be found in the mortal world. Even in the ancestral temple, she wore plain clothes, but there was still a kind of gorgeous beauty that could not be concealed. Her small face, which used to be slightly childish, was now emaciated, becoming more and more like the size of a palm. Her pair of eyes were crystal clear and moist, like flowing spring water, and also like transparent amber gems. The redder her lips, the whiter her teeth. Even if her hair was loosely tied up in a bun, there was still a kind of languid charm.
Her gaze once again swept over another familiar figure beside the Emperor. That young man stood ramrod straight and had a kind of aloof and noble air. Jiang Ruan noticed that his clothes had already changed to first-rank court attire. She walked forward step by step, her smile deepening. Liu Min had finally become the current imperial tutor, a first-rank official.
When her gaze fell on Great Master Hui Jue, who was standing not far from the Emperor, she smiled again. Hui Jue was still as benevolent as she remembered, but compared to three years ago, his brows were more peaceful and stable. At first glance, he really looked like the Buddha that was worshiped in the temple.
Three years ago, when Jiang Ruan left, she had asked Jiang Xin Zhi to bring a piece of paper to Great Master Hui Jue. On it, she had written down in detail the major events that might happen in the capital in the next three years. Hui Jue himself was clever and knew how to wait for the right opportunity to act. With this piece of paper, it was like adding wings to a tiger. According to the directions on the paper, he had 'inadvertently' revealed the secrets of heaven and finally gained the attention of the Emperor of the Imperial Palace.
In the imperial ancestral temple, that person was dressed in a black dress. Her head was slightly lowered as she looked at the chess pieces on the table. With one hand holding a black piece and the other holding a white piece, she was playing chess with herself. Because her head was lowered, her appearance could not be seen clearly. Only the outline of her plain clothes outlined her graceful figure, slender waist, long legs, slim waist, and beautiful bosom. Looking at her from afar, she was pleasing to the eye.
However, the war had not been completely pacified, and Jiang Xin Zhi was temporarily unable to return to the capital. Thus, this legendary name became more and more legendary as it spread.
The servant girl on the left opened the entire curtain, and the person inside bowed and walked out.
The commander-in-chief, Gu Xiuwen, frowned. A long time ago, he had heard from Gu Furen that Gu Yi was in love with the eldest di daughter of the Jiang family. At that time, he had felt that the Jiang family could be considered to be climbing up the social ladder. More importantly, Jiang Ruan was not valued by Jiang Quan. Later, Jiang Xin Zhi had been promoted step by step, and Zhao Guang had also acknowledged him as his granddaughter. Jiang Ruan herself had even been conferred the title of Hong 'an Junzhu. He had originally felt that this was a good match, but today, seeing that this young girl's appearance was so outstanding, his heart was anxious and fearful. This kind of beauty, he was afraid that it would attract trouble.
Although he had said this, his tone was not respectful, and his gaze was clearly sizing her up. Jiang Ruan smiled but did not speak. The palace maid who had led the way hurriedly said, "Two elder sisters, this servant is just about to send Miss Jiang out of the palace. The Empress Dowager has asked Miss Jiang to return to the Jiang fu first."
Her hands looked fair and clear, and there was nothing special about them. However, on her wrist was a bracelet that emitted a faint blue light. It actually made her small, spotlessly white hands look incomparably beautiful. It was soft as if there were no bones in them, causing one's heart to feel numb for no reason at all.
A foxy woman! Presumably, she had used this demoness' face to bewitch a person like Xiao Shao!
Hui Jue had used three years' time to finally climb to the position of State Preceptor. This chess piece had finally reached the position where it should be.
"Junzhu has an urgent matter to discuss with Miss Jiang. Junzhu is completely sincere, presumably, Miss Jiang will not reject Junzhu's good intentions." One of the palace maids smiled.
She was doing evil deeds at the feet of Buddha, but so what?
Was this forcing her to go? The palace maid who had led the way was also in a difficult position. Presumably, Princess He Yi usually relied on Shu Fei to run amok in the palace. This palace maid was also very taboo.
Jiang Ruan stood up, and from the corner of her eyes, she did not see Xiao Shao's figure in the surroundings. Her heart was puzzled. According to common sense, with Xiao Shao's status, he would definitely attend today. Now that she could not see any trace of Xiao Shao anywhere, she could not help but think of the words Xiao Shao had said before he left, "I want to make another trip to the Miao stockade village." Since ancient times, the Miao stockade village had been very dangerous. Could it be that some accident had occurred?
Xuan Hua looked at Princess He Yi for a moment, and suddenly laughed, "It is said that the most poisonous thing is a woman's heart, but today is the first time I have seen Tenth Younger Sister also have such a shrewd mind."
Xuan Hua's expression changed, but he still said, "So what? At that time, Hong 'an Princess rejected the marriage in front of the palace banquet. Now that Imperial Father has allowed her to choose her own husband, she will certainly not choose lao ba."
"Rise." The Emperor said indifferently.
Lu Zhu stuck out her tongue. Compared to the naive and unaffected little girl three years ago, she had now grown up a little and appeared more witty and likable. She slowed down her pace and walked to the side of the young girl in black, "This servant is too happy. Everything has been packed, and the Empress Dowager has already instructed that we will depart early tomorrow morning."
Xuan Li frowned, thought about it, and suddenly laughed again. No matter, even so, he still had the confidence to make Jiang Ruan give up her heart. How could the woman he fancied escape so easily?
In the Imperial Garden, Princess He Yi's slender finger tapped on the cup in front of her, "Fifth Brother, have you not thought about it?"
The capital was bustling with activity that day, and there was no lack of people discussing this matter in the teahouses and restaurants. Empress Dowager Yi De had left the capital three years ago and had only returned today. It was said that the Emperor had brought all the civil and military officials to welcome her, and it was an unprecedented grand occasion. The common people could not see this grand occasion, but they still had to think about it in their hearts. It was as if they could see it with their own eyes.
Princess He Yi nestled next to Concubine Shu. When she saw this young girl, a trace of hostility arose in her heart. She thought that in the capital of the Great Jin Dynasty, her appearance was already extremely beautiful. Who knew that when this young girl in red appeared, she was like the moonlight and fireflies. Her appearance was simply like a joke. When she heard the name of Hong 'an Princess, she immediately clenched her fists, and a trace of resentment flashed across her face.
The Empress Dowager had already recognized her as an adopted daughter, which meant that she no longer had to worry about being sent to the palace one day, becoming the Emperor's woman, and stepping into the same fate as in her previous life. Empress Dowager Yi De had done this precisely for her sake. Seeing that her appearance was becoming more and more beautiful with each passing day, she also knew that Jiang Ruan's ambition did not lie here. Thus, she simply requested for a conferment to completely cut off the possibility of Jiang Ruan entering the palace.
If someone passed by at this moment, they would certainly be shocked. Xia Yan, who had always been renowned in the capital as a talented woman, was spitting out such words. She really was like a shrew in the countryside.
After that, there was a monotonous and repetitive ceremony. After the complicated ceremony was completed, Jiang Ruan accompanied Empress Dowager Yi De back to the Palace of Compassionate and Peaceful. After three years, Empress Dowager Yi De was somewhat happy to return to the palace. When the palace maids and eunuchs saw Jiang Ruan, they all behaved respectfully. Everyone knew that this Hong 'an Princess was now a favorite of Empress Dowager Yi De, and was also the apple of Great General Zhao's eye. She also had an older brother who was known as the "War God of the Great Jin Dynasty". It was no different from being doted on by tens of thousands of people and could not be offended.
There was no need to mention Jiang Quan, who was in the crowd. When he saw the woman's features, he already knew that it was Jiang Ruan. His body could not help but tremble a little. He had always known that Jiang Ruan was born beautiful, and that she had inherited seventy percent of Zhao Mei's looks. However, he did not know that when this daughter grew up, she would be like a young phoenix that had shed her tender and immature feathers. Her entire body would be full of elegance, and her beauty would cause the downfall of a nation. This kind of beauty was enough to make men waver, but what she would bring to the Jiang fu might not necessarily be glory.
Seeing Xia Yan like this, Li momo hurriedly comforted her, "Furen, there is no need to bicker with that screwdriver. No matter how much he is doted on, if he cannot bear a child, isn't he at Furen's mercy? Men all seek novelty. Master was only momentarily bewitched by that foxy charmer. When she grows old and loses her beauty, and without a child by her side, she will certainly not have a good ending. When Furen gives birth to Little Young Master for Master, Master will naturally know that only Furen treats him sincerely. Furen has Little Young Master by her side, what is there to be afraid of? "
"It's simple," He Yi's beautiful face twisted in an instant, "I want that slut to lose all standing and reputation."
Thinking of this, her brows involuntarily furrowed. After thinking for a while, she rejected this conjecture in her heart. In her previous life, Xiao Shao had not only lived up to this point. Presumably, there should not be any accidents. She was still immersed in her own thoughts. When she raised her head, she was met with a pair of smiling eyes. It was Xuan Li.
She lightly brushed the chessboard, and as her wide sleeves passed, the chess pieces on the chessboard tumbled, and the winner and loser were no longer visible.
"Fifth brother, don't be too sure. Now, if you rashly ask to marry Hong 'an Junzhu, how could the Zhao family and Jiang Xin Zhi be so willing? Moreover, the marriage is now in Jiang Ruan's hands. What if Jiang Ruan took the initiative to fall in love with Fifth brother, and offered herself to sleep with him? At that time, in broad daylight, even if Jiang Ruan cried and begged not to marry, she would still have no choice but to marry. The imperial family would not tolerate such a shameless woman. If Fifth brother were to speak up about this matter, and be willing to marry her as the official wife, how could the Zhao family and Jiang Xin Zhi not be deeply grateful to you? Since Fifth brother has obtained benefits, the Great Jin court will also know that Hong 'an Junzhu is not content with her lot on the surface. This is a win-win situation. "
Xuan Li looked at her, his eyes incomparably gentle. His white robes fluttered in the wind, and he really looked like a young master. They had not seen each other for three years, and he also looked more mature than three years ago. Like a piece of ancient jade that had been polished more smoothly, he was even more attractive.
Xia Yan's tone was so sorrowful that Li momo hurriedly said, "Furen must not say such things again. If that person hears it, I am afraid that she will stir up trouble in front of Master again."
"There is no need," Jiang Quan waved his hand. "Also, Hong Ying, what would it look like if it were to spread? I will leave first. Today, His Majesty has decreed that I cannot delay the time." Finished speaking, he personally buttoned up the top two buttons on his collar and hurried out.
In the Jiang fu, Xia Yan was gently tidying up Jiang Quan's official robes. She smiled and said, "I have already ordered the small kitchen to make Master's favorite Osmanthus chicken today."
The brows of the young girl in black slightly twitched, and the two slightly older servant girls standing on either side glared at the young girl who had trotted over. "Lu Zhu, how can you be so rash again? Lower your voice, you will disturb Miss's chess."
Under the tree was a bluestone table with a cup of fragrant tea, and the exquisite hibiscus cake inside the jade butterfly. A gentle breeze blew past, and bursts of flower petals rained down. The petals fell in profusion, landing on the body of a person under the tree.
Empress Dowager Yi De lay on the couch and smiled faintly. "Ruan girl, you have a capable older brother."
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