Chronicles of the Qin Dynasty

Chapter 38 37. Lotus Dance Clothes
From kneeling on the heels to sitting upright on the sandalwood chair, the feeling is actually quite strange.

For the former, you should be careful not to let the hem of your clothes be pressed under your knees. For the latter, you should be careful not to sit down and then be pulled by your clothes and unable to sit up straight.

But at this height, the table in front was just right, so Ji Heng could just raise his arm slightly and place it on the table, and then take the bamboo slips to gain leverage.

He only needs to sit up straight and he can naturally review official documents.

This has greatly alleviated the stiffness and pain in my shoulders and back.

Ji Heng moved his elbow slightly, and then his expression became excited:

"good!"

Qin Shi was very happy!

This time, she remembered not to go up the stairs any closer, so she stood below with a gleaming gaze and said, "Your Majesty is a towering figure, beyond the reach of ordinary people. I'm afraid we need to make a set of taller tables and chairs to suit him."

"If you need to place bamboo slips on the desk, you can also ask the craftsmen to make a bookshelf."

She simply demonstrated a tablet computer stand that later became popular. If it was slightly enlarged, it would be just enough to hold a roll of bamboo slips.

In this way, the king does not need to lower his head or hold it with his hands, and his posture must be very healthy.

At this moment, she was so excited after imagining it. Ji Heng on the stage was no longer kneeling, so he could see everything. He couldn't help but raise his eyebrows and discovered another advantage of this chair -

That is, being able to see the subtle movements of the people below. This small benefit really adds a lot to the psychological bonus of the person in power, so he quickly adapted to it, then turned his head and instructed Zhou Ju:

"Order the Shaofu to make it with all his strength. I also need a desk like this."

Qin Shi couldn't help but smile again.

But there were two tables and only one iron pot. If the king thought it was useful, she would have to order someone to make another one as soon as possible.

Qin Shi then hurriedly asked, "Would Your Majesty like to have some fresh food?"

Ji Heng had heard about the three meals a day in the Qin Dynasty. Now it was noon, and he should have taken a short nap and then continued to review the memorials.

But at this moment, the other party was still eagerly looking forward to it, as if there was nothing more important in the world. The king was happy today, so he was particularly gracious: "Yes."

"You will stay and have dinner with me. Zhou Ju, bring some operas. I want to enjoy them with Qin Qing."

Zhou Ju was about to agree when he suddenly remembered something and asked with a smile, "Last night, Madam Chu sent someone to ask if the king would like to see a dance. She said she had choreographed a new dance and that if the king saw it, he would surely be delighted..."

In addition to various kinds of entertainment, people in Qin also loved music and dancing, so everyone in the palace knew some of them.

Madam Chu had already risen to prominence through her music and dance. From what the people in Lanchi Palace had said, Qin Qing had even specifically asked about this lady, so it seemed she was quite interested.

So he asked this question.

Ji Heng obviously also remembered the palace maid's detailed report, and nodded slightly at this moment: "Announce."

……

In the side hall of Xianyang Palace, Mrs. Chu, who had been turned away many times, was overjoyed when she heard that the king had summoned her.

Only Madam Chu was a little depressed. She touched her belly and said:

"Why didn't you tell me earlier, Your Majesty? I only ate three fruits."

Now that I have a full stomach, dancing is not so fun!
But she wasn't afraid. Although she could only eat three fruit-sized meals per meal, she could eat eight or nine meals a day. She ate quickly and consumed quickly, so she still confidently summoned her servants:
"Quickly bring out my new silk dress. Today I will surely win the king's heart!"

As everyone knows, the king is diligent in his duties and rarely takes a moment off. Now, saying he wants to enjoy a dance, he drives his carriage and completes his formal attire while in it.

By the time they arrived at Zhangtai Palace, only half of the three fruits in Mrs. Chu's stomach had been consumed.

"Your Majesty..."

She walked into the hall with her waist swaying softly. Her slender eyebrows were drawn with tenderness and affection, and her face, covered with lead powder, was white and smooth.

The ends of her eyes were elongated, a faint pink tint lingering in her eyes. At this moment, Yingying's gaze shot forward. If it weren't for the high steps blocking the way, she would have thrown herself directly into the king's broad bosom. Even her voice was soft and tender.

Then she glanced around and saw another young noble lady sitting at the table next to her.

Mrs. Chu's tenderness disappeared, and a career crisis suddenly emerged.

Just as he was about to say something, he saw Qin Shi's eyes full of admiration and amazement, and then he sighed sincerely: "Mrs. Chu is so beautiful!"

This kind of beauty is not aggressive, nor is it the big double eyelids and high nose bridge that are common nowadays.

Mrs. Chu, on the other hand, had single eyelids, with slightly long, slightly upturned eyes, not particularly large. Her nose wasn't particularly high, but the tip was small and delicate. Even the blush on her lips was perfectly applied on her palm-sized face.

At this moment, when she bent down and lowered her eyes, and looked back slightly sideways, her gentle and soft charm struck the heart!

If there was any ancient beauty contest, this would be the living spokesperson.

Mrs. Chu's complicated emotions were instantly turned into flowing spring water by this soft punch, and her cheeks flushed with shyness.

That's right! She is really pretty! It's a pity that the king doesn't understand her!

I don't know which country's noble lady has the honor to accompany the king for dinner in Zhangtai Palace. She is so discerning!

She didn't dare to look up again, and now she just lowered her eyes and thought carefully.

Later, Qin Shi even said to Ji Heng with envy, "Your Majesty, you actually have such a beautiful wife!"

Such a lady is not even favored!

The king would rather face his bamboo slips every day than despise others for eating for free!
How could they have eaten for free? Although she had a slender waist, she was wearing a silk dress for dancing today, so her fair arms were vaguely visible.

The muscles of the upper forearms can be seen with the movements. They are clearly very powerful, but also lean, and the muscles and bones are stretched to be particularly healthy...

She was sincere and honest. Although Ji Heng felt that Madam Chu was indeed useless, he still raised his eyebrows slightly at this moment:

"If you also love beauties, I will have the Minister of the Imperial Household select and send ten more."

Qin Shi: ...That’s not necessary.

She knew when to shut her mouth.

The king asked Madam Chu to dance for her to watch, which showed his appreciation for her. Madam Chu was dressed particularly beautifully today.

"Your Majesty," she said, her words as graceful as a yellow oriole, full of affection and lingering love: "In this scorching summer, I have painstakingly choreographed a lotus dance, pure and graceful. Please, Your Majesty, and the nobles, enjoy it..."

Naihe flirted with the king, but received only a nonchalant nod: "Alright, dance."

Mrs. Chu:…

I really don’t know how I was able to give birth to a prince with the king!

The sounds of chimes, bamboos, jade flutes and pianos rang out on both sides, and dancers in green silk clothes stepped forward one after another, moving as fast as floating water.

And in this refreshing emerald green, a bright red lotus is trembling and stretching, and a cluster of fluffy and bright yellow stamens is pinned in the dark bun.

Madam Chu's dancing body was soft and rhythmic, her limbs slender and agile. Under her wide silk dress, her radiant white wrists were like dewdrops rolling on lotus petals...

Qin Shi stared intently.

Here it comes! No more!
Xiao Shi: The king invited his wives to dance for me. He really values ​​me! Thank you!

Ji Heng: I deliberately didn't look at the bamboo slips for half an hour, and left them to Qin Qing! I am so kind, Qin Qing should know, right?
Mrs. Chu: ...Then what am I? Just a freeloader during your precious working time?

……

[At this time, there is no need to distinguish between men and women. Inviting the lady to dance and watching with the ministers does not mean to look down on or insult anyone.] (Although in the eyes of the king, these are all equal and not human beings...)