Confidante Saisuke

Today, Princess Taiping was sitting at home with Princess Chengyang, but she felt overwhelmed and sleepy after a while.It wasn't a big deal at first, but it has been like this for half a month. Princess Chengyang sent someone to invite the imperial physician while telling her to go back to rest.

Sure enough, Taiping was two months pregnant.

When it was reported to the palace, Li Zhi and Wu Meiniang were overjoyed and decided to hold a banquet to celebrate.When looking at the list of important officials of the royal family who were to be invited for a banquet, Wu Meiniang smiled ambiguously, and added Shangguan Wan'er's name at the end, and after thinking about it, added Ming Qingyuan.

Standing aside, Liu Niang saw Wu Meiniang write down Shangguan Wan'er's name, and reminded: "Tian Hou, although Shangguan Wan'er is favored by the crown prince, she is a person without rank and has a withdrawn personality. All the guests at the banquet are famous ministers." Your relatives, I'm afraid it's not suitable."

Wu Meiniang put down her pen, passed the list to Liu Niang, and explained: "Shangguanyi's family has a very high reputation in the court because of being framed by me. Now that Shangguan Wan'er has won the favor of the crown prince, the group of scholar-bureaucrats are afraid that their hearts will soon blossom. How can I remember the order of superiority and inferiority. What's more," Wu Meiniang smiled mysteriously at Liu Niang, "The prince came to me to ask for an order to bestow Shangguan Wan'er as his side concubine, and I should give him an answer. "Naturally, I have to act like I am happy to see it succeed. As for whether it will succeed or not, it depends on whether the heavens are willing to fulfill you.

Shangguan Wan'er has been very happy recently.Tianhou's kiss made her pay off her affection. She originally planned to serve Tianhou for life and be satisfied, but she never thought that Tianhou would never disappoint her prayers, even if it was secret.Since her mother came to the Prince's Mansion, she has been by her side all day long. Although her words cannot be separated from serving the Prince, she really felt the mother-daughter affection.Originally, she didn't expect her mother to be good to her, but the surprise when she got her mother's care made her understand that she has been longing for maternal love.Therefore, Shangguan Wan'er was very grateful to Li Xian for sending Mrs. Zheng to her side.

Now that she has obtained the decree of Tianhou, she can still enter the palace with the prince and princess to participate in the grand banquet celebrating Taiping's birth in a few days, and then she can see Tianhou again, or she can have a few words with Tianhou in private, or... Shangguan Wan'er's face was red, she was embarrassed to think about it any further, she dropped the book and went to find Xiao Jing.

On the day of the banquet, Shangguan Wan'er got up from the bed very early and asked someone to wait for her to wash up.After grooming, Shangguan Wan'er did not leave the dowry as usual, but asked Cheng Yiwei to put on her makeup.Looking at Cheng Yiwei's surprised eyes, Shangguan Wan'er was extremely ashamed and annoyed.

Cheng Yiwei smiled while putting on Shangguan Wan'er's makeup, the so-called woman is the one who pleases herself, no matter how noble you are, once you have someone you like, you will bow your head and lower your eyebrows like other women.However, someone like His Royal Highness is also worth it.It's just... Girl, Yiwei is sorry for you, but my sister is in the hands of Tianhou, so I have to do the same.

Apply lead powder, apply rouge, draw black eyebrows, apply decals, trace red, and apply lip gloss.

Facing the bronze mirror in the hand of the maid, Shangguan Wan'er took a closer look, and reached out to take down the flower tin: "I don't want the flower tin. My eyebrows are a bit thick, Yiwei, please paint me again, I want a lighter one."

Cheng Yiwei smiled secretly, and let Shangguan Wan'er draw her eyebrows again as she had never put on makeup before and directed others.Afterwards, the two discussed matching the skirt and flower shoes.After some tossing, the sun is already shining brightly.The Crown Princess ordered someone to call Shangguan Wan'er to meet up and enter the palace.

Seeing that Shangguan Wan'er is bright and charming, the crown princess has changed her usual style of not being ostentatious, and she has added another worry for no reason.The prince didn't say a word, but secretly admired in his heart, it is a good thing to have such a beautiful woman who is beautiful and intelligent.

On the celebration banquet, the lights are brightly lit, drums and music are played in unison, and singing and dancing are peaceful.High-ranking ministers, princes and grandchildren pushed cups and exchanged cups, toasting and staggering.Emperor Li Zhi and Empress Wu Meiniang were aloof, and the protagonists of the banquet, Princess Taiping and son-in-law Xue Shao, sat beside them, talking and laughing.Below are the crown prince and other princes, and then there are the Li family members and court ministers.Shangguan Wan'er and Ming and Qing Yuanjing accompanied the last seat.

Although Ming Qingyuan has a humble position, since he entered the palace, he has served the emperor and empress, and he is a hot celebrity. Talk about drinking.Therefore, the Ming and Qing Yuan cases were crowded with people.

As for Shangguan Wan'er, it's not that everyone is unwilling to accept it wholeheartedly, it's just that her marriage to the prince has not yet been completed, and there are no go-betweens in the middle, and she has to say a few perfunctory words to those who took the initiative to toast, and the rest will be left for the time being. Put aside the thoughts of friendship.

After drinking too much, Wu Meiniang said to Li Zhi: "Your Majesty, Xianer came to me a few days ago and begged me to marry him and Shangguan Wan'er. I didn't have time to make an order because of the drought in Qingzhou. Later, Taiping diagnosed Ximai again. , I thought it would be better to take advantage of the day to celebrate Taiping and inform the court of this matter. I have already drawn up the decree, and the emperor thinks that it should be promulgated now or be discussed later?"

Li Zhi Dayue: "Let's award it now. Xian'er has been interested in Shangguan Wan'er for a while, I heard that they get along very well, and today they are having a happy event in Taiping, why don't we talk about it together, it can be regarded as an added joy .”

Wu Meiniang smiled slightly, and ordered Liu Niang to bring the imperial decree to Gao He, the eunuch who served Li Zhi.Gao He received the imperial decree, signaled for everyone below to be quiet, and then opened the imperial decree: "By heaven's blessing, the emperor ordered: There is a female Shangguan Wan'er, who is exquisite and clear, with a beautiful quality and orchid heart, and specially bestows on Prince Li Xian as a side concubine to marry at a certain date. Here it is!"

This is something that everyone expected a long time ago, and everyone is grateful.Li Xian was excited, and turned to look at Shangguan Wan'er, only to find that she was shocked and angry.He was taken aback. Could it be that Wan'er was unwilling?

Shangguan Wan'er suddenly stood up from the ground, and said loudly: "Your Majesty, Wan'er is a lowly slave in the court, with poor virtue and talent, and she thinks that she is not worthy of the golden body of His Royal Highness, and I hope that Your Majesty will take it back and choose someone else." " She called His Majesty in her mouth, but looked at Wu Meiniang with resentment in her eyes.Just now she also saw that it was Liu Niang who handed over the imperial decree to the people around the emperor, and this imperial decree was written by Wu Meiniang.How can she do this?

It's just that she was too far away from Wu Meiniang, so she couldn't see the expression on her face clearly.

And everyone was stunned.To refuse marriage in public is to slap the emperor and prince in the face.Li Zhi's originally smiling face sank.The people kneeling below were silent and did not dare to make a sound.

Wu Meiniang stood up and scolded: "Presumptuous! Shangguan Wan'er, since you know that your status is low, you should obey orders. Being able to serve the prince is a blessing you have cultivated for several lifetimes. How dare you refuse, and you don't know what to praise. Come here , drag this ignorant thing down, and die with a stick."

Li Xian was shocked, but he didn't care about the sadness in his heart, so he hurried over and pulled Shangguan Wan'er to kneel down: "Father, mother, Shangguan Wan'er can't drink too much, she was greedy and drank too much, please forgive her this time .”

But Shangguan Wan'er refused to give up, and said abruptly: "Everything Wan'er said is true. If you offend Tianyan, Wan'er is willing to accept the punishment." Wu Meiniang scolded her and wanted to stick her to death. Her heart fell from the clouds into the abyss, and she felt as if countless needles were piercing her heart.

Li Xian wanted to save him, but he couldn't do anything.

Only Princess Taiping interrupted with a smile: "Today's banquet was originally held for me, but now it's a good thing, the two of you are flirting and flirting to show off the show. You two are proud, but where do I put my face? Wan'er, no matter whether you and the crown prince are arguing, it is between you, the East Palace is so big, you can quarrel however you want, don't run into the palace and let the father, the queen and the queen fight for you." After a pause, she continued: "I just saw Wan'er sitting there by herself drinking non-stop. She was about to get someone to get her wine glass. If you don't want to come and go, forget it. It's better now, let Wan'er come to the father in front of the emperor." I see, let people send Wan'er back quickly, and let her come and make amends for us when she sobers up tomorrow."

After Princess Taiping made a long speech, everyone naturally understood and pleaded for mercy, so Li Zhi also took advantage of the situation and said, "Then according to what Taiping said, let someone send her back."

Someone among the attendants immediately stepped forward to help Shangguan Wan'er down.Shangguan Wan'er's two lines of tears fell like broken beads, she couldn't say a word, her eyes were blurred, she was led out of the hall by others.

Shangguan Wan'er felt that someone had brought her into a room and helped her to sit on a chair.What will be waiting for her next?She also knew that she had angered the emperor by resisting the decree in court, and she must not end well there.Will he really be killed?Thinking that the word spit out from that person's mouth so easily, is it really all wishful thinking?Shangguan Wan'er lay on the table and wept uncontrollably.

A familiar scent rushed into the nose, and then I was hugged.Shangguan Wan'er raised her head, wiped her tears with the back of her hand, it was Wu Meiniang.Shangguan Wan'er resented beyond words, turned her head and ignored her.Wu Meiniang didn't speak, she picked up Shangguan Wan'er and sat on the chair, took out a brocade handkerchief to wipe her tears.Shangguan Wan'er just wanted to stay away from Wu Meiniang, but she was so angry and angry just now, her strength was already exhausted by what the Highness said, her whole body was limp and she couldn't hold her energy up.

"Wan'er, what I said was just to evade, I know you will be fine. The emperor owes you, and there are princes and Taiping in it, those words are just for the emperor's face." Wu Meiniang slowly Said.

Shangguan Wan'er sneered: "Why did you write that imperial decree? If it was the emperor's decree, I have nothing to say, why is it you? You know...you know who the person in my heart is, and you still give me the decree." To the prince! How could you treat me like this!" After speaking, Shangguan Wan'er became more and more angry, and her voice became louder.

Wu Meiniang smiled slightly, turned her head to kiss Shangguan Wan'er, Shangguan Wan'er was even more annoyed, and tried her best to avoid her, but her strength was not as strong as Wu Meiniang, and she disarmed easily.At first Shangguan Wan'er gritted her teeth to prevent Wu Meiniang from entering, but Wu Meiniang was not in a hurry and slowly licked her lips.Shangguan Wan'er originally had feelings for Wu Meiniang, and she had never experienced such a battle, she was defeated in a short while, dazed and let go, secretly hating herself for being weak.

Seeing that Shangguan Wan'er was not as angry as before, Wu Meiniang let go of her and said, "A few days ago, the prince went to Ganlu Hall to ask me to marry you to him. There is a estrangement between the prince and I, if you don't agree to this The prince, the court ministers, and the emperor must think that I intend to break up you. Only if I agree to this matter and you reject it in person, will others believe that you are unwilling. It is even more difficult to restore the relationship between mother and child, Wan'er, I hope you can understand the feelings of a mother."

After hearing this, Shangguan Wan'er thought for a long time, and said: "Then there is no need to be in front of so many people. Such a large crowd made me resist the decree, and it will hurt the face of the emperor and His Royal Highness."

This is the goal I want to achieve. The rejection of the marriage offer under the watchful eyes of the public is a big blow to the arrogant prince.Wu Meiniang smiled, and smoothed Shangguan Wan'er's temple hair: "If you don't let you refuse in front of those people, Xian'er's temper will definitely not let go, and you will be entangled for nothing in the future. Xian'er was originally He is outstanding and has the title of prince, there is no guarantee that you will not be tempted by him in the future, I'd better cut off your possibility as soon as possible."

Am I the kind of person who covets glory and wealth?Shangguan Wan'er cast a sideways glance at Wu Meiniang, then retracted into her embrace, calming down the shock just now.