Traveling through time as a peasant girl to turn things around

After the children finished their meal, they ate a few more bites of fruit and then stopped eating. The younger ones hurried out to play. Li Ru said, "Old Four, look after the children. I'm going to change my clothes." Old Four said, "Okay, you go." Guo Guo looked at his father and said, "Dad, you go change your clothes too. Wear some casual clothes made at home." Old Four didn't care what he wore. His daughter wanted him to dress nicely and didn't object. She said, "Okay." He didn't even know how to dress up during the New Year. Guo Guo said, "Brother, come to your sister's place." Xiao Chen and Xiao Xiao came running over, "Come on, sister will dress you up."

Ye Heng hurried over to help Guoguo. The children followed, walking and skipping behind them. Back inside, Guoguo said, "Qin, go get them all their new clothes." Qin replied, "Yes, my lady." Qin hurried off. Spring, summer, autumn, and winter were all married now, and Guoguo had refused to allow them to serve her, staying home to take care of her husband and children. Finally, she had a few days off to reunite with her family, and only on the third day of the Lunar New Year did she allow them to come. Now, Guoguo's regular customers were Qin, Chess, Calligraphy, and Painting.

Guoguo washed and wiped the children's faces, and they all smelled fragrant with white teeth and rosy lips. After a while, clothes were brought for Yeheng to help change the children. After the children were dressed, Yeheng helped Guoguo change into new clothes. Guoguo dressed herself up simply. Yeheng quickly changed into the Regency Dynasty clothes that he had to wear today, with a black fur coat on the outside. Guoguo pinned the brooch on Yeheng, and the colorful diamonds shone with various lights, making Yeheng look more noble! Guoguo looked at Yeheng and said, "You are a demon boy!" Yeheng really enjoyed Guoguo dressing him up. Yeheng lowered his head and said

"I will always be yours." Guoguo said shyly, "Huh, you are the only one who can talk." Ye Heng said shamelessly, "Brother can do it better!" Hahahaha Ye Heng laughed.

Two hours later, the family arrived outside the mansion. The carriage arranged by Ye Heng was already waiting. The neatly arranged guards stood on both sides. They were all in new military uniforms and looked energetic. The guards with swords were fully armed and had good skills! They were personally selected by Deputy General Ye Heng.

Ye Heng glanced around and said, "Everyone, get in." The Regent Prince, Guoguo, Huangbao, and Xiaodong rode in the first carriage. Chai Zhen, Xia, and Hua Yan'er rode in the second. Old Lady Li, Li Hongying, and Chai Ping'an rode in the third. Jia He, Wang Min, and their youngest son, Chai En, also known as Xiangyu, rode in the fourth. Jia Xing, Zhang Baohua, and their two sons rode in the fifth. Chai Shou and Chai Lu rode in the fifth. Jia Le was absent, so Fu Chaoxia and her son, Xiaochen, rode in the same carriage. The fourth son, Jia Yu, Li Ru, and their sons, Xiaoxiao and Chai Xiaotian, rode in the seventh. Ye Heng waited for his men to report, "The princes are all seated." Ye Heng said, "Let's go!" The captain of the guards said, "Yes." The captain shouted, "Let's go!" The carriages set off. Guards in uniform lined up on either side, with two men leading the way. The thirteen gongs sounded, clearing the way, and the Regent Prince's carriage followed.

It was a long and imposing procession. Officials from various families heard it from afar and made way to the side of the road, waiting for the prince's carriage to pass before moving on.

Wherever the car went, officials would get out and salute. Ye Heng was fed up with it and kept saying, "No need." The officials from various families stood aside and watched the Regent leave!

The carriage arrived at the palace gate smoothly without stopping. Xiaodong said, "Go straight into the palace." The palace guards saw that it was the emperor and the regent, saluted respectfully, and opened the palace gate! When the convoy entered the palace, Xiao Mazi had been waiting here early. He ran in front of it until he reached the door of the imperial study. Xiao Mazi shouted, "Stop the car," and knelt on the ground with the eunuchs to welcome the emperor back to the palace. Xiaodong jumped down first and carried out the imperial treasure, followed by Yeheng, who turned around and carried down Guoguo. Yeheng did not let go and held Guoguo's hand. Yeheng said, "Take the carriage away." The chief steward Xiao Mazi asked someone to drive the carriage away, "Remember to take good care of the horses." Guards: "Yes, Steward Ma."

Chai Zhen and the other two got out of the carriage, and everyone else followed. Guoguo stood on the steps, watching her family, all dressed neatly. They were still quite understated, and the women wore very little on their hair. But they looked quite elegant and refined, alright. Guoguo said, "I didn't see any of my uncle's family along the way." Ye Heng said, "I'll send someone to ask." Ye Heng called the guards over to check, "Where is the Minister of Revenue? Go and meet him." The chief guard said, "Yes, Your Highness." The chief guard turned and rushed to meet him.

Guoguo said, "My uncle is of low status, and in this capital city where high-ranking officials are everywhere, I am afraid that my uncle will be bullied." Ye Heng said, "No, don't worry, he is protected by the secret guards I arranged, don't worry, Guoguo." Guoguo said, "Well, I always forget things during this pregnancy. I can't remember what I want to do." Ye Heng said, "When you remember something, tell me and I will remember it for you." Guoguo smiled and said, "Okay." Guoguo looked at her family. Xiaodong was greeting the Chai family, "Grandpa, grandma, uncles, go into the house and rest for a while, and then we will go to the banquet hall." Ye Heng also said, "Go in and take the lead." Xiaodong held the emperor in his arms and supported Chai Zhen with one hand, "Grandpa, take care." Chai Zhen patted Xiaodong's hand and said, "It's okay. Let's go, the emperor will go first!" Xiaodong said, "Okay. Xiaodong listens to Grandpa."

Chai Zhen turned around and watched the whole family walk up the stairs. Ping An was dressed neatly and energetic, thinking to himself, "Okay." He was very satisfied to have such an opportunity as an old farmer. He turned around and took Xia Hua with him, looking down at the woman, feeling comforted. Following behind him was his daughter, Chai Zhen told Yan'er not to wander around with the family today. Little Yan'er, "Yes, Daddy."

Old Lady Li also said, "It just doesn't feel like being at home anymore." Chai Ping'an said, "Wife, I've been to the palace in my life." "Yes, who would have thought there would be such a good thing."

The whole family entered the main hall. Ye Heng invited everyone to sit down. Xiao Ma Zi had tea and snacks brought in and then retreated outside to wait. Xiao Dong said, "Grandpa, you guys sit here for a while. I'll go change my clothes and come back." Chai Zhen said with a smile, "Okay, let's go get the emperor." Seeing everyone's discomfort, Ye Heng said, "Don't be restrained. Just act like you're at home. When we get to Qiankun Palace, just be careful. I'm here so if you say anything wrong, I'll cover it up."

Old Lady Li said to her daughters-in-law, "You guys just need to talk less." Wang Min said, "Mom, I know." Zhang Baohua also said, "Yes, Mom." Fu Zhaoxia followed suit and said, "Yes, Mom." Li Ru also hurriedly said, "Mom, I'll remember it." Old Lady Li said again, "But we won't stand being bullied. If anyone wants to cause trouble for our family, we will fight back." "Yes, Mom." The daughters-in-law were very obedient.

Guoguo whispered something to Yeheng and pulled out a handful of electronic eyes. Yeheng immediately arranged for his secret guards to add more equipment. The two of them walked to the imperial study, where the emperor rested. Guoguo pulled out a computer from her space and placed it on the table. Yeheng helped Guoguo sit down. Guoguo began to operate it, and the entire palace and garden landscape outside appeared on the screen. Guoguo had purchased two small, watch-shaped computers. They both wore them around their wrists. Guoguo connected the computer, and Yeheng looked down at the identical screen on the larger computer. He could see everything clearly, and said, "This thing is great." Guoguo set it up in a nine-square grid, and multiple images appeared on the screen simultaneously. The watch screen was too small, but faces were still clearly visible. Guoguo said, "You can adjust the volume. Try it." Yeheng turned the watch. "That's right." Guoguo added, "I'll give this watch to the emperor later, so I won't be wearing it anymore. These electronic gadgets are not good for children." Yeheng listened and said, "Take it off quickly." "Don't worry, it'll be fine for a while. Just don't wear it all day." Yeheng understood.

A moment later, the Emperor arrived. Ye Heng handed him the electronic watch. "Take it with you. It's connected to the computer in your lounge." Guo Guo said, "I'll download some stuff for you to look at when you're free." The Emperor said, "Okay." He smiled, but inside, he was practically jumping for joy. He knew the contents were unique and practical! "Once you've seen the sea, all other waters are but puddles; only the clouds of Wushan are but puddles!" Xiao Dong could only suppress his feelings. Even if he could be loved in the form of a family, that was good; he was content.

The emperor came out to the main hall and took out a gift, saying, "Imperial Treasure, this is the jade pendant that my brother wears. I give it to you, my younger brother." The emperor took the imperial treasure in his hand, and Ye Heng looked at it and squatted down to put it on his waist. The emperor also gave Xiaochen and Xiaoxiao gold necklaces, and they both wore them around their necks. Guoguo said with a smile, "What beautiful children, whose children are these?" Xiaochen said, "Sister, yours." Xiaoxiao said, "Sister, my old Chai family's child." Everyone laughed. Ye Heng gave Xiaodong the brooch and put it on his chest, saying, "This is a gift from Guoguo. It's from me, you, and my great-grandfather, just these three. Today is a great day, you wear it." The emperor said, "Okay."

Ye Heng saw that it was almost noon and said, "Let's go to Qiankun Palace." The emperor also said, "Let's go." He picked up Huang Bao and said, "Uncle, take good care of Guoguo." Ye Heng said, "Okay, I'll teach you." "Yes. I'll be watching Huang Bao all day." Old Lady Li whispered to the wives nearby, "The prince treats Guoguo so well that even I, as a grandmother, am jealous." Wang Min said, "Mom, Daddy treats you well too." Old Lady Li smiled and said, "Of course, he wouldn't treat me badly." Haha. Then she laughed again. "All the men in our family are good. You're all as good as honey and oil! Sticky and sticky. Don't say anything when you leave." Old Lady Li strode out. The wives followed behind. Jia He took over the care of Xiao Chen and said, "Third sister-in-law, I'm here to look after the child today, so you women can relax a little." Fu Zhaoxia said, "Thank you, big brother." Jia He nodded. Jia He picked up Xiao Chen and said, "Xiao Chen, follow your uncle today and let your mother worry less." "Well, thank you, uncle." Jia He said, "You kid, you're not familiar with your uncle yet! Your father is at home, and someone has to stay at home to take care of you. Next year, ask your father to come to Beijing to take you out for a few days." Xiao Chen said, "I know." The fourth child held Xiao Xiao and said, "Son, there are too many people here today, so you can't run around." Xiao Xiao said, "I know, mom told me, so just follow dad." The fourth child said happily, "Yeah, that's it." The fourth child put his son on his head, and Xiao Xiao grinned happily. Li Ru took a look, "Mom, look at the fourth child." Old Lady Li looked up, "Why do you care about him? When has he ever been restrained?" Li Ru knew that the fourth child was just like that, unrestrained and free-spirited, but he was good to her, and Li Ru was very happy!

In Qiankun Palace, a young eunuch called out, "The Regent has arrived, Duke Ding has arrived." "The Emperor has arrived!" The hall fell silent, everyone kneeling at the gate. "General Chai has arrived." "Duke Lu has arrived, Duke Huo has arrived." The young eunuch continued to chant, "... "

After another pause, Xiaodong said, "The Emperor has arrived, and the Empress Dowager has arrived!" He stood up to greet them. "Father, please take a seat, Empress Dowager."

In the middle of the hall were two bright yellow chairs for the retired emperor and the empress dowager to sit on. On the right sat the emperor, at the bottom was the regent's seat, opposite him were several dukes and the prime minister was also on the left. On the right sat the regent's family, and at the bottom were officials from various departments.

From the podium, the chief eunuch, Xiao Mazi, called out, "Quiet! Please invite the Minister of Rites, His Excellency Xing Wencheng, to preside over today's banquet."

Xing Wencheng stood up, straightened his clothes, knelt down and kowtowed, "This old minister wishes the Empress Dowager and the Emperor a Happy New Year! And good health!"

The emperor said, "Stand up. You come up and take charge of the situation." Xing Wencheng said solemnly, "Thank you, my Lord!" Xing Wencheng kowtowed three times before standing up, straightening his clothes. He walked to the lower seat of the dais where the emperor sat, bowed, and then turned to face the center of the hall and said loudly, "Today is the annual Spring Festival of the Great Yan Kingdom. On the first day of the year, all officials gather in the palace to enjoy the peace and prosperity and express gratitude for the emperor's grace. Please all stand up, kneel down, and pay New Year's greetings to our emperor!"

Bow once, bow twice, bow three times, then stand up. After the ceremony, everyone sits back in their original seats.

The Emperor Retired then spoke. He looked at everyone present and said, "I wish you all good health, success in your careers, and happiness for your families in the new year! I won't say much; I'll leave that to the Emperor." Everyone knelt and kowtowed in gratitude. The Emperor Retired said, "Princess Regent, please don't kneel." Guoguo stood up and bowed. Her belly was growing bigger and bigger, and she could no longer kneel. Ye Heng continued to support her.

The Queen Mother on the stage looked at Guoguo, "Your belly is so big!" She whispered to the Emperor. The Emperor looked at Guoguo, "Yeah. Heng'er is a lucky one." The two of them whispered to each other.

The emperor spoke: "Everyone, please sit down. It is a new year again. Let's sit here and celebrate the arrival of the new year! First of all, I wish you all good health! Happy family!" Applause rang out, "Wow, wow, wow." The applause lasted for a long time before it stopped.

The Emperor went on to say, "In the new year, I hope that everyone here will work harder to improve, do their jobs well, and give an account to the people. Be honest and upright, abide by the law! Respect the wise and humble, and love the people like your own children! ... Your Majesty has said a lot, but as we bid farewell to the old year and usher in the new, I will not elaborate further."

The Minister of Rites said, "Now everyone can eat and perform some New Year's celebrations!"

The Minister of Rites presided over the entire evening. Xiao Mazi was fine and occasionally handed him some tea, which he took a sip of.

There was a gift-giving ceremony, with ministers from various ministries presenting New Year gifts for the Emperor and the Retired Emperor. The Regent was the first to present a gift, and Ye Heng stood up and said, "This minister presents the Retired Emperor and the Emperor with a jade bed." Guards carried the bed into the hall, and Ye Heng continued, "The Prince's Palace, Princess Xile, Duke Dingguo, and General Chai, we have come together to purchase this warm jade bed for our Emperor. This jade is warm to the touch and can warm the body, providing countless benefits!" When the guards carried it into the hall, everyone was stunned. Ye Heng had the craftsmen finish it, adding a backrest and inlaying the surrounding area with gemstones and agate.

Someone said, "One jade bed is enough to make a nation rich, let alone two." The women's eyes lit up. Ye Heng found Luo Xiulin and saw only admiration in her eyes, not greed. Looking at the other women from aristocratic families, life was full of twists and turns, and most of them were greedy. The emperor said, "Leave it for my father and my mother! Bring it to my mother's quarters in the harem."

Ye Heng waved his hand, and the guards carried Guoguo away. Guoguo stood up and looked at the emperor. Ye Heng helped pass the item to the emperor, who immediately looked through it. "Oh! Good! Good! A reward!" The emperor leaned over to take a look. "Ah! So good!" He reached out to take it, and looked at Lu Xi head to head. Lu Xi said, "This is me holding the emperor's baby, and this is us. How alike! So alike!" There is also the image of Xiaodong's frail appearance when he arrived at the Chai family as a child, which records Xiaodong's entire growth process.

The Minister of Rites said, "Let's continue the performance." Ye Heng played a piece for everyone. The wind blowing the wheat waves attracted all the women, and they kept making small movements, but they were dealt with in advance by the secret guards, so it didn't affect the banquet.

Around midnight, the banquet ended and each family left with their family members.

Ye Heng's performance attracted many girls' eager hearts, but he didn't know it himself.