sbdcsierra Chapter 867 Concubine Chen Meets Her Brother
Chapter 867 Concubine Chen Meets Her Brother
Fortunately, Yuzhou is not far from the capital, and it can be reached by carriage in ten days at most, so Jiang Lingzhou does not have to suffer too much from the fatigue of the journey.
The emperor looked at Jiang Lingzhou and said, "Lord Jiang, although you are the sworn brother of Concubine Chen, you have never met her. Before you go to Yuzhou, go to Zhongcui Palace to have a chat with her."
Once a concubine entered the palace, she became a member of the royal family. It was extremely difficult for her to see her family again. Only high-ranking concubines who were favored by the emperor could be granted such permission.
This is a great favor for both Shen Zhinian and Jiang Lingzhou.
Jiang Lingzhou's thoughts suddenly became a little vague...
He had met Concubine Chen before.
On the night of the Lantern Festival, he accidentally saved a woman who was being chased by an assassin. Later he learned that she was the most favored Concubine Chen in the palace.
But Jiang Lingzhou knew that since it concerned the reputation of Concubine Chen, both he and Concubine Chen should keep silent about the matter.
At this moment, Jiang Lingzhou would not even mention it in front of His Majesty.
He bowed his head and saluted, saying, "I obey your command!"
After this episode, he retired.
Li Changde said to Xiao Huizi, "Go and arrange this."
Your Majesty has been so gracious as to allow Concubine Chen to meet his family, but you certainly cannot just bring the person over directly.
We must first send someone to Zhongcui Palace to inform Concubine Chen so that she can be prepared before we can bring Jiang Hanlin over.
Xiao Huizi was delighted.
For any concubine, meeting her family is a great joy. Moreover, Concubine Chen was promoted to Concubine because of Lord Jiang, so she must be very happy to meet her brother this time.
He got another generous reward!
Xiao Huizi smiled happily and said, "Master, I'll go right away!"
Then, he bowed to Jiang Lingzhou and said respectfully, "Jiang Hanlin, please come with me and have a rest."
Jiang Lingzhou left with Xiao Huizi.
There was a young eunuch in the Yangxin Palace, looking at their backs with his eyes becoming increasingly darker.
He knew that every time there was something good, Eunuch Li would let Xiao Huizi do it!
……
Shen Zhinian was holding the Fourth Prince and talking to him when Yuan Bao walked in and said, "Your Majesty, Xiao Huizi wants to see you."
Hearing this, Shen Zhinian handed the fourth prince to the wet nurse and said, "Let him in."
"Yes!"
After entering the inner room, Xiao Huizi knelt on the ground and bowed respectfully to Shen Zhinian: "Your servant pays homage to Her Majesty the Imperial Concubine Chen. May Your Majesty be blessed with good health!"
Shen Zhinian said: "Get up."
"You come to Zhongcui Palace at this time, but what does His Majesty want you to do?"
Xiao Huizi smiled and said, "Your Majesty, Jiang Hanlin is about to go to Yuzhou for an inspection. Before that, His Majesty has specially granted you two siblings permission to meet."
Hearing this, Madam Xiao and the others all showed joy on their faces.
It was precisely because they had stayed in the palace for a long time that they realized that even the most favored concubines in the six palaces could only meet their families in the palace a few times.
This is truly a great honor!
There was a hint of deep meaning in Shen Zhinian's eyes.
There's something wrong about this.
If she remembered correctly, at this time in her previous life, Nangong Xuanyu did not send Jiang Lingzhou to Yuzhou.
Besides, there are so many people in the Hanlin Academy. Even if the emperor really wants to send someone to Yuzhou for inspection, he should not send the frail and sickly Jiang Lingzhou.
Is there something inside that she doesn't know?
These thoughts flashed through Shen Zhinian's mind, but she didn't show them on her face. She just smiled and said, "I know."
Receiving her eye signal, Fuqiu immediately gave Xiao Huizi a reward.
Xiao Huizi said with a smile: "Your Majesty has an idea in mind. I will bring Jiang Hanlin to see you later."
"If your Majesty has no other instructions, I will take my leave."
Shen Zhinian nodded slightly.
Xiao Huizi stood up and walked out.
The people in Zhongcui Palace also immediately got ready.
In the afternoon, Xiao Huizi brought Jiang Lingzhou to Zhongcui Palace.
Shen Zhinian met him in the flower hall.
Jiang Lingzhou walked into the hall and saw a familiar face.
However, on the Lantern Festival, she was dressed very simply, and because she was being chased by a killer, she looked a little embarrassed.
But today, the beauty in palace dress in front of him is much more gorgeous.
Shen Zhinian was wearing a skirt made of smoky purple cloud brocade, revealing her slender neck.
The hem of the skirt is tiered with flowers embroidered with gold thread, winding down along the lapels and turning into surging waves at the hem.
Her wide sleeves were adorned with tiny crystal beads, which reflected tiny and bright light as she raised her hand to touch her hair, as if a galaxy was pouring down upon the world.
As Shen Zhinian moved her lotus steps lightly, peony flowers seemed to bloom between her skirts!
A gilded phoenix hairpin with kingfisher feathers was inserted in her dark cloud-like hair. A few pearls hung in front of her forehead, swaying gently in her eyes like ripples on spring water.
Shen Zhinian's slightly upturned fox eyes were smudged with rouge to create a bright red at the end of her eyes. Because her skin was extremely fair, this makeup looked like peach petals falling on the snow, making her eyes sparkle.
Her lips were painted with lip balm of the same color, and when she pursed her lips and smiled softly, she looked indescribably charming.
Extremely beautiful!
Very gorgeous!
Very charming!
But after just one glance, Jiang Lingzhou lowered his gentle eyes and bowed: "I pay my respects to Her Majesty the Imperial Concubine Chen. May Your Majesty be blessed with good health!"
Shen Zhinian said gently, "Brother, there is no need to be polite."
"Give me a seat."
Hearing the words "brother" coming out of her mouth, Jiang Lingzhou's eyelashes trembled slightly, making it impossible to tell the emotions in his eyes.
"Thank you, empress."
Shen Zhinian's eyes moved, and his tone was filled with concern. He asked calmly, "Compared to other remote cities, Yuzhou is not far from the capital, but it still takes about ten days for a carriage to travel there."
"Brother is weak, how can you bear the fatigue of the journey?"
"There are so many talented people in the Hanlin Academy. I wonder why Your Majesty chose to send my brother to Yuzhou this time?"
Shen Zhinian's words were full of concern between brothers and sisters.
Jiang Lingzhou didn't detect her test and felt warm in his heart.
However, although he was moved, the matter was of great importance and he would not disclose the secrets of the court.
Jiang Lingzhou lowered his eyes and said in a gentle voice: "Your Majesty, His Majesty has his own considerations for doing this. As a subject, it is our duty to eat the salary of the emperor and to share the worries of the emperor."
"It's not worth mentioning the fatigue of traveling by boat and train."
Shen Zhinian picked up the teacup and took a sip, hiding the emotions on his face.
Jiang Lingzhou was really tight-lipped and we couldn't get any information out of him.
Shen Zhinian suddenly felt that this man actually had some similarities with Gu Jinxiao, except that he was not as old-fashioned as Gu Jinxiao.
Since ancient times, there has never been a stupid person who could be the top scholar in the imperial examination. Moreover, Jiang Lingzhou was a Wenquxing who won three consecutive first prizes.
It's just that because he is still young and has just entered the officialdom, he doesn't have so many thoughts.
But if she continued to test the waters, Jiang Lingzhou might find out.