Traveling through time as a peasant girl to turn things around

It's Chinese New Year. The Chai family has been celebrating the Lunar New Year for the past few days. Today, the first day of the Lunar New Year, they have to go to the palace for a banquet. That morning, Ye Heng brought the royal baby and the quadruplets, triplets, and twins to the palace to offer sacrifices to their ancestors.

It was almost noon when the Chai family members left the house and prepared to enter the palace.

Father Chai also wanted to see the palace, and the Chai family spent the whole morning at home getting dressed and dressed.

, no one needs to take care of him. Guoguo helped Old Man Chai to tie his hair. When Guoguo combed his hair and dressed him neatly, he looked more noble than the emperor. When he was not smiling, his majesty and solemnity surpassed the emperor! Guoguo chuckled, "Dad, if you add a bit of domineering, you will be the emperor. But, dress like a nobleman! Handsome!" Hahaha, Old Man Chai looked in the mirror and laughed. The mink coat was bought by his son-in-law, and it fits him perfectly! He held his head high and chest out. Haha! "I, an old man, can go out and meet people now." He looked at himself in the mirror, "Handsome!"

After the children were dressed, Shuhua followed Guoguo, Wang Xiaomin, and Chai Donghua. Hongzi held the two children, while Fen'er held Li Yu. Yangyang's child walked on her own, with Lan'er following. The entire Chai family was out, boarding a carriage. Ye Heng arranged for the Imperial Guards to provide protection along the way. Chai Donghua rode a large white horse, dressed in ancient costume. Xuyao, from inside the carriage, lifted the curtain and looked at him. She exclaimed, "My dad is so handsome!"

Wang Xiaomin and her child rode in the carriage. The maids were also allowed to ride in the carriage. A large group of people entered the palace in a grand procession.

The emperor asked the steward to arrange the Chai family members in one place, with several tables sitting next to each other.

Father Chai finally got to see an ancient imperial palace. The banquet was held in the Qiankun Palace, which was both grand and magnificent! It rivaled the current Forbidden City, though even taller and more magnificent, with carved dragons and painted pillars. A woman looked over and whispered, "Everyone in the Chai family is so good-looking!" "Yeah. This time, it's the eldest son's two sons getting married, and there's also the second son's child. Why don't you tell our family about it?" Someone was already eyeing the Chai sons.

Mrs. Yan went over to sit with the Chai family for a while, chatting and looking at her son-in-law, who she found even more attractive. Her daughter also looked over. Xiaofu stood up and walked over, and the two of them whispered. Not daring to say more, Xiaofu returned to his seat. Mrs. Yan also returned to her own seat. Guoguo asked Xiaofu, "What did you say? Hmm!" Guoguo said in a long voice.

Xiaofu chuckled, "I didn't say anything, I just asked if his father liked the New Year gift I gave him!" "That's all?" Hehe. Xiaofu scratched his head, hehe, "She also asked why she didn't wear the jewelry I gave her?" "Tell me, quickly." Xiaofu oh, "She said she couldn't bear to part with it." "Well, we don't lack it at home, and there will be more when she comes to our house. Let her wear it. You two will get married in the next six months." Xiaofu smiled happily, and ran to tell the girl to wear it.

Mrs. Yan also advised, "Girl, wear it. I can see that his family won't need it for you. There's no point in keeping it." Yan Bao said, "Okay, wear it when you get home." "That's right. Girls of this age should dress up, like a flower bud."

"Mom!" Yan Bao called out shyly. Mrs. Yan chuckled. Looking around, none of the men were as good-looking as her son-in-law. Mrs. Yan was so happy that she couldn't stop smiling.

The Chai family also looked at the main hall with joy. Ye Heng sent the older children over to sit with the family. Guo Guo asked about the ancestral worship. Guo Guo was supposed to go, but Ye Heng made an excuse to keep her home.

Guoguo, dressed in the attire of a princess, sitting next to Ye Heng, is truly a match made in heaven. However, some people know that Guoguo is very capable. Many officials dare not look down on her and speak respectfully to her. Only some people who are not at her level and have low official positions gossip, but they dare not speak loudly, because Ye Heng is there. No one in the entire court is not afraid of Ye Heng. Ye Heng started fighting on the battlefield at the age of nine. He has walked out of the sea of ​​blood and the mountain of corpses. He is decisive in killing and everyone is afraid and respects him! These big people like Ye Heng are easy to get along with, but in fact, he is still intimidating in his bones, a man of few words but ruthless! Only in the Chai family, he seems to have changed into a different person, peaceful and easy to get along with.

After a while, a eunuch shouted, "The Emperor has arrived, the Empress has arrived. The Crown Prince has arrived, the Crown Princess has arrived. The little prince has arrived, the little princess has arrived!" Everyone in the hall got up and knelt! Father Chai looked at Ye Heng and said, "Father, please sit down. There are several old dukes sitting here, so you don't need to kneel." Father Chai nodded, "Yes." He just clasped his fists and nodded. Follow the old minister in saluting!

Guoguo took a peek and said, "Okay, Daddy did a good job."

The Emperor took his seat on the Dragon Throne and declared in a resounding, powerful voice, "All ministers, excuse yourselves! Stand!" Everyone rose and returned to their seats. He continued, "Today is the first day of the Lunar New Year. I gather with all the ministers to celebrate the centenary of the Great Yan Dynasty's prosperity and the peace and prosperity of the world! I will say no more. Let the banquet begin!" The Empress whispered, "The ladies will perform." The Emperor replied, "Very well. Let the whole nation celebrate together. Let's enjoy the performances while we eat." The Grand Chamberlain brought out a list of performers and sang aloud, "Next, the ministers will send their blessings to the Emperor. Afterward, the ladies will perform to liven up the banquet."

Duke Lu rose first, and with his wife, he entered the main hall and saluted the Emperor. "This old minister wishes the Emperor good health, all the best, and peace and prosperity for the nation!" He produced a box, cradling it in both hands. The chief steward descended the steps, took it, and presented it to the Emperor, opening it. The Emperor glanced at it. "Excellent, excellent! There are rewards. The chief steward will give you a thousand taels of gold, a thousand rolls of cloth, and a set of brushes, inkstones, and paper." The chief steward said, "Yes, Your Majesty. I'll make a note of this. I'll collect it from the storehouse later."

The young eunuch beside him, who was hidden in the back of the hall, helped to record it in the notebook. There were also people from the Ministry of Revenue who wrote it down.

Duke Huo then presented a painting of his own, based on his grandson's instructions. The Emperor examined it and exclaimed, "Excellent! Reward!" The Grand Chamberlain unrolled it for everyone to see. "Excellent!" "Excellent!" Many exclaimed, "Excellent! A picture of peace and prosperity." The Emperor smiled and said, "Duke Huo's painting skills are unmatched! A splendid landscape, a prosperous nation and a strong people. I like it, little horseman. I'll reward you, just like Duke Lu's." "Excellent. This old servant will remember this."

Next, Ye Heng came forward and took out a box of things and handed it over. The emperor was even more pleased when he saw it. Guo Guo thought to himself, haha, it didn't cost much, I just catered to his taste.

The emperor looked at them one by one and handed them to the queen. The queen was also very excited. "Okay, reward." The emperor

She saw a portrait of herself, the Empress, her three sons, daughters, daughters-in-law, and grandson—a high-tech photo, a family portrait. She was so engrossed in it that she forgot to speak. The Empress looked at it and said, "Great! These are all photos of us when we were young. Keep them as a souvenir. I'll look through them in the future and treat them as beautiful memories."

The Emperor came to his senses and said, "Good. Good, prizes!" A large box of photos of his family, including Huanhuan's wedding, and photos of the twins when they were first born—lots and lots. "Ten thousand taels of gold, ten boxes of rice paper, ten boxes of brocade, and two jade ruyi (likely a Chinese character)!" Ye Heng said, "Your Majesty!" and he and Guoguo returned to their seats. The Emperor couldn't let go of the photos! He clutched them in his arms, cherishing them like treasures.

The remaining time was for the ministers to present gifts.

Whatever you offer, it has a beautiful meaning! The emperor is happy no matter how valuable the gift is. Everyone will receive a reward, it’s just a matter of how much!

After the ceremony, the performance began. The palace band started playing music. Wang Xiaomin listened and whispered, "It's just like what we see on TV." Guoguo: "Yeah." Xuyao: "I'll sing for everyone too." Guoguo: "Okay, you'll be able to sing later, but it has to be a Chinese song." Xuyao: "Okay. Unforgettable Tonight." Chai En: "I'll accompany you." Someone was asked to get a guitar. Guoguo quietly took out a guitar and handed it to Chai En.

After a few women passed by, the chief steward announced, "Next up, the newly crowned number one scholar, Chai En, will perform a piece with his wife. Welcome everyone!" Guo Guo led the applause. Many others, still confused, joined in the clapping. Xu Yao stood up and straightened her clothes. Chai En, holding the zither, led Xu Yao to the center of the hall and saluted everyone.

While Chai En was playing, Xu Yao took out a microphone and a small speaker and placed them next to Chai En. Xu Yao began to sing, "Unforgettable tonight, unforgettable tonight. No matter where we are, the land of China embraces us and wishes all the best to Dayan! ... The entire Qiankun Palace was silent, everyone quietly listened to the beautiful singing, enjoying the brief good time, the years were quiet and good!

After the song ended, the audience lingered for a long time. Guoguo clapped her hands, and everyone followed suit! The Emperor: "Well done, you sang well. You sang out the people's hearts and the beauty of Great Yan! Award!" The Empress: "I get an award too!" She touched her head, took off a phoenix hairpin, and personally placed it on Xuyao's head! Xuyao ​​and Chai En saluted repeatedly! Although it wasn't Great Yan etiquette, everyone could see the respect for the Empress! They returned to their seats. Guoguo said, "Well done! If it weren't for this, Xuyao's English song would be so good!" Xuyao ​​smiled and said, "I'll sing it for everyone when we get home! Haha." Old Lady Li: "This child is so happy just to watch." Haha! Haha! Old Man Chai was also happy. Huanhuan looked at Ma Yuru, and neither of them spoke. Guoguo said to Ma Yuru, "If you want to go up and perform, just say so. It's okay if you don't want to!" "Okay. I won't go up." "It's okay. I'm here." "Thank you, Guoguo." Guoguo laughed heartily. "We're family! Sister-in-law!" Ma Yuru was very happy. This meant she had the recognition of the Chai family! She finally felt at ease!

Wang Min whispered to Ma Yuru, "Yuru, it's okay, just watch. If you don't want to perform, don't go!" "Yes, mother." She was an official, but usually did not go to court. She only walked around the Ministry of Revenue and worked. Her range of activities was limited.

However, the emperor did not say anything, but the queen said, "I remember that Huanhuan's wife was busy working for the Great Yan Kingdom." The emperor thought of the woman and said, "She works in the Ministry of Revenue!" The queen said: "A woman who works hard for the Great Yan should be rewarded!" The emperor said: "Yes, yes, Xixi is right. If you hadn't said it, I would have forgotten it." She said, "Ma Yuru, a woman from the Ministry of Revenue, has worked hard for the Great Yan Kingdom and has been rewarded. From now on, all women who contribute to the Great Yan Kingdom will be rewarded! Women who are good at studying and have outstanding performance in local examinations can take the national examination!" As soon as the emperor finished speaking, the officials had long known that women could also take the imperial examinations, but they did not expect the emperor to agree that women across the country could participate! Yes, everyone had their own ideas. Most people were happy and praised the emperor for doing a good job!

Later, during court, the emperor issued an edict, informing all prefectures and counties. This was issued by the Ministry of Rites and announced to the world! This marked the first time women in Great Yan had left their homes and entered the imperial court! It also led to many families paying more attention to the issue of girls' education.

Guoguo has already taken the lead and some girls have already gone to school.

Ye Heng spoke up, "There are indeed talented women among the common people! There are many noble ladies in the capital who are just famous for nothing. They are not as good as the common people." Guo Guo laughed, "Yes, look at my sister-in-law, she is a role model! Haha."

Ye Heng laughed, hahahaha! Ma Yuru was very happy. The Chai family liked and respected her. Look at Huanhuan. How could she find someone with such good character like Huanhuan? She was satisfied with it!

The two of them were incredibly close. Huanhuan held her hand, and they smiled at each other! It was all said and done! Old Lady Li was also delighted to see her beloved grandson finally find the right person! Seeing Old Lady Li smiling at her, Ma Yuru smiled back and called out, "Hello, Grandma!" Old Lady Li chuckled and said, "Hello."

At midnight, an entire afternoon and half an evening, the palace banquet finally ended. Ye Heng returned home with his family.

On the way, Guoguo sent Old Man Chai and the children to the space.

At the gate of Chai's house, everyone got off the carriage and went back to the house. The carriage entered the house through the back door.

The night steward personally came to greet him and asked people to close the door and rest.

Huanhuan and Hengheng have been good friends since childhood. Hengheng caught up with Huanhuan, "Brother, congratulations!" Huanhuan: "You are almost there too. Go back and talk about it tomorrow." "Okay, good night!" Huanhuan: Good night!

Everyone went back to the house to rest.