Early in the morning, Rong Xun came personally to take An Yan and Tuanzi into the palace. Although it was still early for the banquet, the Queen Mother couldn't wait to see her great-grandchildren.

"Greetings to the Imperial Grandmother/Empress Dowager." "Greetings to the Great-Grandmother!"

The Queen Mother was overjoyed. What a harmonious family of three! "Hurry up, hurry up, Xun'er and Yan'yan, sit down. Tuanzi, come to your great-grandmother." Tuanzi happily went over.

An Yan saw that the Empress Dowager looked okay, but a little tired. "Your Majesty, why don't you let me take your pulse again?"

Since the last acupuncture treatment, the empress dowager's troubles have been lifted, her hearing and eyesight have become clearer, and she naturally believes in her medical skills.

After taking the pulse, An Yan continued to give acupuncture to the empress dowager. She moved gently, always paying attention to her condition, and asked questions softly. The empress dowager saw it all and kept it in mind.

After the needle was removed, the Queen Mother felt refreshed, as if she could go for a few laps on horseback.

An Yan took out the prepared pills and presented them to the Queen Mother. "These pills have the effect of detoxification. Aunt He Qing, remember to let the Queen Mother take one pill every day for half a month."

"Yan Yan was afraid that your body couldn't withstand the effects of the medicine at one time, so she specially developed so many small pills. Mine is different, it's just a whole pill." Rong Xun seemed to be complaining aggrievedly, but he made the empress dowager understand An Yan's intentions.

The Queen Mother's heart was as clear as a mirror. She patted her hand gently and said, "Good child."

An Yan smiled shyly and took out the homemade medicinal jade. "This jade pendant has the effect of removing poison and avoiding poison. If the Queen Mother wears it from time to time, it will also have the effect of strengthening her body."

The Queen Mother knew what was good. "This is the legendary treasure of Wushang Valley, the medicinal jade that can heal the dead and turn flesh into bones? Oh, it's too precious. I can't have it."

An Yan couldn't help but laugh. "It is indeed a treasure that protects the valley, but it can't bring people back to life. Only people can save people. Although the medicinal jade is rare, it is an honor for it to protect the queen mother. It also saves those with ulterior motives from constantly worrying about it."

The Queen Mother understood immediately and didn't refuse. After all, the jade would eventually be passed to Tuanzi, it was just a roundabout way. "Yanyan, do you have any wishes? You are so thoughtful. What I prepared originally seemed tacky and unworthy of your kindness."

An Yan smiled slightly and bowed. "Thank you, Queen Mother. I want to open a Wushang Pharmacy in the capital. My master, Wushang, is a compassionate doctor who saves the dying and the wounded and devotes himself to the study of medicine. He is a role model for our generation. I have been an orphan since I was a child. It was you who raised me and taught me the medical skills. I only hope that you will achieve great things."

"Heqing, you are a good and filial child. I have several shops on Zhuque Street, and I will give them all to Yanyan." The empress dowager held An Yan's hand, and the more she looked at her, the more satisfied she became.

"Greetings to the Queen Mother! Mother, I heard that Little Dumpling is here?" The Queen had arranged the banquet and finally had time to come over. As soon as she arrived, she saw An Yan and her eyes lit up. What a fresh and elegant girl, like a banished immortal.

Rong Xun and Anyan both stood up to greet her. The Queen helped her up and said, "We are all family, no need to be so polite. I would also like to thank you for saving my mother and Xun'er!"

Tuanzi climbed down from the couch and said in a loud voice, "Greetings, Grandmother!"

The Queen finally saw her long-awaited grandson. She was so excited that she didn't know what to do. She hugged him in her arms and smiled from ear to ear, "Hongying, bring me the gift I prepared for you."

The Queen simply couldn't let him go. In the past, Rong Xun was in poor health and didn't want to get married. She was worried that she wouldn't be able to have a grandson, but now he gave her such a big surprise.

"Why don't you stay in the palace for a while longer this time? I've already asked the Imperial Household Department to start preparing for the Crown Prince's wedding, so it's perfect for me to take measurements for you all. I can also make new clothes for Tuanzi, okay?"

"Okay!" Tuanzi also loves beauty, and he likes the exquisite and gorgeous clothes made in the palace.

The Queen watched Rong Xun and An Yan flirting with each other, but neither of them spoke. She frowned slightly and looked at him reproachfully, "Xun'er, could it be that you are unwilling to get married after abandoning your love?"

Rong Xun felt extremely wronged. "Mother, I'd love to hear this, but I just think it's too hasty. Besides, Yanyan's master isn't here, so it's not respectful enough."

The Queen was speechless. "I'm talking about getting started on the preparations. Wedding clothes, jewelry, betrothal gifts, etc., don't you think it will take time to prepare? It will take at least a year or two. Don't worry, we have all the necessary etiquette."

"Thank you, mother!" Rong Xun grinned. An Yan lowered her head and smiled shyly.

After Hongying's reminder, the Queen smiled and said, "It's almost time, let's go to the flower viewing banquet."

The Queen Mother nodded and asked the Queen to take An Yan ahead. She would go there later, and Rong Xun and Tuanzi would stay in the Cining Palace.

In the Imperial Garden, the ladies and young ladies from various families had already arrived, and those who knew each other gathered together to chat.

The most common topic was speculation about the Queen Mother's purpose for hosting this banquet. "Neither the Crown Prince nor the First Prince has married yet, and the women present are all of marriageable age from their respective families. They must be looking for someone to date."

Although the Crown Prince is the Crown Prince, he is in poor health, and the Empress is of humble origin and powerless. The eldest prince is strong, courageous, and resourceful, and his mother's family is powerful. It is hard to say who will ascend to the throne in the future.

Listening to their whispered discussion, Bai Ying was lost in thought.

She had already discovered that all those who came to the banquet today were from families of the third rank and above, and only her family was able to come in because they received an additional invitation from the eldest prince.

Her husband, Wu Jing, had been favored by the Prime Minister's followers and had established connections with the First Prince's maternal family, the Wang family. Could it be that the First Prince was interested in his own daughter, Jingjing? It wasn't that she was conceited; Jingjing's beauty was truly remarkable, enough to make anyone fall in love at first sight.

Bai Ying's heart couldn't help but surge with emotion. Could it be that the eldest prince had met Jingjing at some point and was fascinated by her, so he wanted the Queen Mother to grant him a marriage?

Wu Jingjing returned angrily, "Mom, why hasn't His Royal Highness the Crown Prince come yet? I hate them. They're all snobs. They ignored me the moment they heard about Dad's rank. When I become the Crown Princess, or the Queen, I'm going to make them all kneel and kowtow!"

Bai Yingxin was so frightened that she quickly covered her mouth and said, "Keep it down!" Fortunately, no one was paying attention in their corner. She taught her a lesson, "Control your temper. This is the imperial palace! If someone sees you, how can you marry into the royal family?"

"Besides, the Crown Prince is just a sickly child. The eldest prince has a bright future!"

Wu Jingjing didn't take it seriously and snorted, "You just want to use me to please the eldest prince and help Dad get promoted. I just heard them say that His Royal Highness the Crown Prince is handsome, has an upright figure, and is in good health. He is definitely not a sickly person!"

Bai Yingxin looked in the direction of her finger. The ladies over there looked at them with eyes full of disdain and ridicule. She knew very well that Jingjing had been deceived by them and had easily eliminated a competitor.

Jingjing was just a pretty vase, and she was stubborn. She thought that since she couldn't meet the crown prince, she could just wait for the eldest prince to ask for marriage, so she didn't explain.

Who knew Wu Jingjing could do such a bold thing!

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