The Legend of Zhen Huan: Rebirth of Ling Rong

At this moment, sunlight shines through the windows into the spacious and bright hall, making the hall particularly warm.

Zhen Yuandao was wearing a dark blue robe and sitting on the main seat. With a smile on his face, he and his wife Yun Xinluo beside him warmly entertained the visiting guests.

This guest was none other than Lin, the mother of the beloved Concubine Rong. Due to the close bond between the palace's own daughter and the Miss Zhen, Lin and Yun Xinluo had also forged a deep friendship, calling each other sisters and interacting frequently.

Just then, a burst of hurried footsteps came from afar, and everyone turned to look.

A pretty figure rushed into the hall in a hurry. It was Yuxuan, the second lady of the Zhen family.

Today she had her hair in exquisite buns, dotted with a few small and exquisite pearl flowers, and wore a green silk dress, which made her face look rosy and charming.

When Yuyu saw everyone in the hall, she was startled for a moment, then hurried forward a few steps, bowed to Lin Yingying, and said softly, "Madam, are you well? Yuyu greets you!"

Seeing this, a kind smile suddenly appeared on Lin's face. She quickly reached out and helped Yuyun up, saying kindly, "Good girl, get up quickly! I haven't seen you for a long time, and you've become even more beautiful! You still like wearing green clothes, just like before!"

"Yes, Madam, you still remember. Thank you for your concern." Yu Yu answered gracefully.

"It just so happens that I had two Su embroidered dresses made a few days ago, and they're just for you and Yurao today. The green one is perfect for you, it makes you look fresh and refined; the pink one is even more suitable for Yurao, it can bring out her cuteness and loveliness."

As she spoke, Lin smiled slightly and nodded gently to the maid beside her. The maid respectfully brought out two exquisite boxes and carefully placed them on the table.

Yuxuan walked forward with great joy and eagerly opened one of the boxes. In an instant, a magnificent dress appeared before her eyes. The fine stitches and exquisite patterns of the Suzhou embroidery craftsmanship were astonishing.

Looking closely, the lotus flowers embroidered on it are lifelike, as if swaying in the wind and emitting bursts of fragrance.

"Suzhou embroidery is one of the skills that tests one's patience and eyesight the most. Every stitch and every thread requires a great deal of effort and energy, and all the previous efforts will be wasted if one is not careful." Mrs. Zhen picked up the clothes and looked at them carefully.

"It takes countless days and nights of hard work to make such a gorgeous dress. Your eyesight has just improved, how could you do such a thing?" Mrs. Zhen felt a little sorry.

"Although my eyesight is better now, I am no longer able to do these things. But this is all I know in my life, so I teach it to children who like Suzhou embroidery. This is the work of my favorite disciple. I hope you don't mind, sister."

"How could that be? The embroidery on this dress is so outstanding, which shows that my sister has superb embroidery skills." Mrs. Zhen smiled knowingly.

"As long as the children like it, it's getting late now, so I'll go back first and visit you another day."

"You are so polite, sister. I will come to your house someday to ask you for advice on embroidery."

Everyone sent Lin out of the house together, watched her leave in the carriage, and then went back.

"Yuxuan has something that I would like to ask for permission from my father and mother." Yurao knelt down in front of Zhen's father and mother.

The two looked at each other, both a little puzzled.

Zhen Yuandao asked, "Yu Rao, what's going on? Tell me about it."

"Father, I heard that the emperor has issued an order to select a wife for Prince Guo tomorrow. I also want to give it a try. I hope you can agree to let me go." Yu Yu expressed her plan.

Madam Zhen remained silent for a moment before she slowly spoke, "Yu Rao, have you thought this through? Marrying into the royal family is different from marrying into an ordinary family. How can you expect a peaceful and contented life? Just look at your Huan'er, and you'll understand."

Yuxuan nodded slightly and said softly, "Mother, my elder sister is deeply favored by the Emperor. This is an honor for our Zhen family. Yuxuan is also happy for her. Our family has no men to support it, so fortunately, my elder sister has entered the palace, which is a great honor for our family. Now, only my younger sister Yurao and I can often accompany our father and mother."

"I know I am not as outstanding as my elder sister and cannot win the emperor's favor. I only hope to be able to fulfill my filial duties at home and take good care of my father and mother."

As he was speaking, Yu Rao came back from outside.

"Father, Mother, I'm back. It's so lively outside today. I wonder what happened?"

"Sister, why are you kneeling? What are you doing?" Yu Rao asked curiously.

Yu Yu mustered up the courage to speak again and plead, "Father, Mother, I truly adore Prince Guo. He is a man of great grace and noble character. I hope you will grant me permission to run for the position."

"What? Sister, are you going to marry Prince Guo?" Yu Rao asked in surprise.

"Yu Rao, get up first. Since you have made up your mind, I won't try to persuade you anymore." Zhen Yuandao said.

"Yu Rao, Prince Guo will choose a wife tomorrow. Do you want to attend?" asked Madam Zhen.

"What should I do when Prince Guo is choosing a wife? Besides, I don't want to be a wife. What's so good about being a child of the royal family? I would rather marry an ordinary man and live my life in poverty than set foot in the palace or a royal mansion." Yu Rao said reluctantly.

"You kid, you've been spoiled by us. You say whatever you want."

"The emperor has ordered that all women of appropriate age must participate. You have to go too. It's a good opportunity to see your elder sister. Haven't you seen Huan'er for a long time?" Madam Zhen persuaded Yu Rao.

"Then I'll go with my sister tomorrow. It's a good opportunity to see my eldest sister. I really miss her."

"Yuxuan, you entered the palace early and there are many rules in the palace. You should take good care of Yurao and don't let her make a fool of herself." Madam Zhen warned worriedly.

"Yes, mother, please rest assured. Yuyu knows that she will take good care of Yurao." Yuyu assured Madam Zhen.

"Okay, it's getting late, so you should get ready early. The emperor has held a banquet in the Old Summer Palace, and we have to leave early tomorrow morning. Don't be late." Zhen Yuandao instructed.

Then, everyone was busy preparing for the banquet.

"Your Majesty, I heard that the Emperor will be selecting a wife for Prince Guo tomorrow, and all the concubines in the palace will be there. I think your two sisters should also participate." Jinxi mentioned the news.

"Yes, mother has sent a message. Yuyun and Yurao will both participate in the election. I will be able to see them tomorrow."

"This is a good thing, but Your Majesty, why do you look unhappy?" Jin Xi was a little puzzled.

"I originally wanted Yuxuan and Yurao to marry ordinary people and live a comfortable life. No matter which one of them is selected, they will be just like me. What is there to be happy about?"

"Mother said that Yuxuan likes Prince Guo and wants to give it a try, but Yurao doesn't have that heart. She even said that she would rather marry an ordinary man and live a miserable life than enter the palace or the royal family."

"The Third Miss is of her true nature, Your Majesty, there is no need to worry too much." Jin Xi comforted.