Funing Hall

After a few days, Qian Yuemo held a banquet in the palace.Zhao Zongning went to the palace for the banquet, and Zhao Shu'an also came together. Except for them, the ladies all had older sisters in the capital, and they were all invited to the palace.

It is rare that the harem, which is close to the cold palace, is so lively, Zhao Cong also specially asked Rantao to help, and allowed them to hold a banquet in the back garden, which was also a big face.The sick lady Tian was not in good health and did not attend, but the post had been sent out long ago, and her sisters also came.

A group of girls gathered in the back garden, sitting next to a few Osmanthus osmanthus trees, the sweet-scented osmanthus was refreshing, and the autumn sky was high and refreshing, everyone was laughing.They're all about the same age, it's rare to get together, even if they don't know each other well, they get acquainted quickly.

Among them, Zhao Zongning and Zhao Shu'an had the highest status, and the rest naturally kept talking to them.Princess Baoning is a celebrity, and everyone knows that she is arrogant, so she took the initiative to chat a few words, but she ignored them, and they talked to Zhao Shu'an instead.Zhao Shu'an was submissive, surrounded by them, and dealt with them gently.

Zhao Zongning is very troubled these days, and he entered the palace today because Zhao Shiqi personally went to her house to say, otherwise she would never come.At this time in previous years, she would have gone to Luoyang to play with Zhao Shu'an, but this year she has no energy.Seeing that Zhao Shu'an was accompanied, she thought it was noisy, so she turned around and led Che Xia towards the small pavilion not far away.

There is also an osmanthus tree outside the pavilion. She leans on the beauty and looks at the lake outside the pavilion in a daze.

Che Xia handed her a small wooden bowl: "Princess, can you feed the fish?"

Zhao Zongning was lazy and didn't work hard, so he finally received it in his hand, and occasionally sprinkled some leisurely.Chexia teased her, asking her if she wanted sweet-scented osmanthus branches, asking her if it was cool, and pointing to the potted chrysanthemums in the pavilion for her to look at.Zhao Zongning said dissatisfied: "I don't watch anything."

"Princess……"

"I'm very upset, let me be quiet for a while." After Zhao Zongning finished speaking, she grabbed a handful of fish food and sprinkled it on the surface of the water as if to vent her anger. The koi carps rushed to grab the food, and she wanted to grab a second handful.

A voice came from behind: "Princess, you feed too much."

Zhao Zongning turned his head, Qian Yuemo was standing by the pavilion, and there were no palace maids by his side.

As if to fit the occasion, Qian Yuemo, a person who has always been sober, actually wore a goose-yellow beige and a cinnamon-colored eight-panel skirt today.The cuffs and neckline of the beige are embroidered with sweet-scented osmanthus flowers scatteredly, which complement the skirt and are very delicate.Even the purses around her waist, she rarely wears two, and they are also in such a lively color scheme.

Zhao Zongning moved his gaze upwards, Concubine Shu also combed a high bun, with several golden hairpins and step rocks inserted in her hair, and rubies inlaid on the tassels, pasted to her earlobes, shining from time to time.

"Concubine Shu is very well dressed today. I usually see you wearing plain colors. You are very suitable for such lively colors." Zhao Zongning praised.

Qian Yuemo clasped her hands, was stunned for a while, raised the corners of her mouth to smile, stepped forward, and said, "The princess is not in a good mood?"

The two of them have gotten closer in the past few months, Zhao Zongning didn't think she was meddling, and turned back to look at the koi in the lake.She also rested her chin on the railing, and said angrily, "There's nothing to be happy about."

Seeing that Qian Yuemo didn't bring the maid with her, Che Xia thought about it, reported it softly, and walked out of the pavilion.

There were only two of them left in the pavilion.

Qian Yuemo stood behind Zhao Zongning, looked at Zhao Zongning's back, and thought of His Majesty's words, she felt extremely uncomfortable.However, Your Majesty is right, that Mr. Sun Lang is indeed the most suitable princess.Sun Langjun can make the princess laugh and listen to the princess.

No matter how uncomfortable she felt, what could she do?

Her mood is inherently shady, and she can't be selfish.

At least she has someone to accompany her in the palace, how can the princess be lonely all her life?

The princess wanted to get married, and she felt uncomfortable.But if the princess is lonely for a lifetime, she will feel even more uncomfortable.

She sat down next to Zhao Zongning softly, and said softly: "If the princess has troubles, can you tell me?"

Zhao Zongning looked back at her again, Qian Yuemo's face was just surrounded by the soft autumn light, and she was wearing a warm color like goose yellow, which was very soothing.Marriage is a major event in life, and she has no one to talk about.Her mother has long since passed away.She is a princess, but Zhao Shu'an is the only real close friend in her boudoir.

But Zhao Shu'an is her niece, and Zhao Shu'an's temperament is even more delicate, telling her about such things, Zhao Shu'an will only be better than her knowing what to do.

She couldn't help but said: "My brother has spotted a son-in-law for me."

"The princess doesn't like him?"

Zhao Zongning continued to look outside the pavilion, squinted his eyes and said, "He's pretty good. He's handsome. He's the most handsome I've ever seen. Other than my elder brother and Xiao Shiyi, he's also kind to me. He listens to me and makes me laugh. A gentleman is proficient in all the six arts except archery and defense, which cannot be learned due to his body. He is a real gentleman. To be honest, she is really good in everything. It seems that I should like her? But, what is liking ?”

Her brother had told her what liking was, but she still didn't understand.

Qian Yuemo's hands were mixed together, she knew what liking was.

Just like this kind of emotion, can't comprehend, is lucky.

Whenever you like it, it is always worrying and sad.

Your Majesty is as good as the Eleventh Prince, and there have been times of quarrels and even sad times, let alone her.She felt that His Majesty's decision was very correct, why should he realize everything in life?The less you know, the less you will encounter sorrow and pain.

After Qian Yue thought about it, she showed a slight smile, and she didn't know if it was a wry smile or a thoughtful smile.

She said softly again: "My sister-in-law, Mrs. Deng's eldest lady, the princess should also recognize her."

Zhao Zongning nodded: "Yes, she is a famous beauty in Tokyo."

Qian Yue smiled silently: "Yes, she is a famous beauty. Although my brother is the son of the prime minister, when he married her, he was only a junior official of the seventh rank. At that time, a man from the county prince's mansion also came to propose marriage, not to mention After mentioning other meritorious service, she—”

Zhao Zongning said disdainfully: "The county prince's mansion? After meritorious service? In the Song Dynasty, the lords of these families can't compare with the prime minister's son."

Qian Yuemo couldn't help but see that she spoke so directly, and also saw it so clearly, it was really straightforward.But Qian Yuemo still said softly: "They have a better family background than my brother, and they are also more handsome than my brother, but my sister-in-law still accepted my elder brother from time to time. Later, my sister-in-law told me that when you marry, you only marry someone who really hurts you." Cherish your own. Being loved is much, much happier than being loved.”

Zhao Zongning looked back at her again, squinting his eyes: "What about Concubine Shu? Have you ever been happy?"

Qian Yuemo choked, but said truthfully: "Your Majesty treats me very well, and I am very happy." Although one is not the other.

Zhao Zongning smiled and said nothing.

The two sat quietly for a long time, until Piao Shu came to call her: "Miss, they are all looking for you."

Qian Yuemo stood up reluctantly, looked at Zhao Zongning, hesitated to speak for a while, and finally said: "Princess, I have passed, if you don't want to go down, I will ask them to bring you some food."

Zhao Zongning shook his head: "You go, I don't want to eat."

"Okay." Qian Yuemo really didn't know how to persuade her. She and Zhao Zongning had a very ordinary relationship.

The princess never heard what she said, nor did she care.

She twitched the corners of her mouth in a self-deprecating manner, walked outside, and when she passed by Zhao Zongning, Zhao Zongning turned his back to her, and suddenly said, "Thank you."

"……Do not."

"I think you're right."

"Princess--"

"Go, lady." Zhao Zongning stretched out his hand, waved his back to her, and continued to look at the lake while lying on the railing.

Qian Yuemo wanted to turn around and look at her again, but finally held back and walked out of the pavilion.

The flower banquet that day was eaten very late, and everyone had a great time, except Princess Baoning who had been sitting in the pavilion.

Rantao told Zhao Cong about this, Zhao Cong was worried about her, but couldn't leave, so he asked Zhao Shiqi to pick her up and return to Funing Hall.

Zhao Shiqi knew that he wanted to avoid suspicion, so he specially waited for the young ladies and concubines of each family to leave before coming to the back garden.

Qian Yuemo, who was in charge of this matter, was the only one left in the backyard who was still packing up her things. When she saw him coming, she knew that he was here for Zhao Zongning, so she immediately said, "Mr. Lang is here."

"What about her?"

Qian Yuemo pointed to the pavilion: "The princess is over there."

Zhao Shiqi nodded and turned to go to the pavilion.

Qian Yuemo hesitated behind him and said, "I know that His Majesty is going to make Sun Langjun the princess' consort, so I took care of it before and persuaded the princess a few words."

Zhao Shiqi turned around to look at her in surprise, and subconsciously said, "Concubine Shu is also willing?"

"..." Qian Yuemo's face quickly flushed red.

This is so strange!What does Zhao Shiqi know? !

Zhao Shiqi was startled to realize that he had said something wrong, and he was not to blame, but Qian Yuemo's dedication was too much.Looking at Qian Yuemo's flushed face, he suddenly understood Qian Yuemo a little bit.Everyone's identity and temperament are different, and the things they do are also different.Just as he knew that Qian Yuemo would never be possible, as a concubine, how could Qian Yuemo not know?

It's better to keep this feeling in the bottom of my heart, who can say that this is not a very precious joy?

Even so, Zhao Shiqi couldn't do it.

But it didn't hinder his admiration, he nodded to Qian Yuemo, and smiled at her in relief, before turning around and walking towards the pavilion.

Lady Qi, who came back to look for things, saw this scene, her face turned red with anger, and she stopped looking for things and left with the maid.

On the way, she said angrily: "These two people are becoming more and more ignorant!"

The maid echoed: "That's not true! Look at Concubine Qian Shu's blushing face!"

Madam Qi was so angry that her eyes were red: "If His Majesty knows about this kind of thing, how sad will it be?" She confessed, "You mustn't let it slip!"

The palace maid thought about it carefully, and it seemed that she never leaked anything, so she immediately responded: "Miss, don't worry!"

"It's really shameless!" Madam Qi cursed again, and hurried back to Yanming Pavilion.

That night, when Zhao Zongning was having dinner in Funing Hall, he suddenly said: "Brother, I have made up my mind, let Sun Zhuyun be my consort!"

Zhao Cong, who was about to drink the soup, immediately raised his head and asked in surprise, "Why did you suddenly make this decision?"

"It's not sudden, I've been thinking about this for the past few days. I think Sun Zhuyun is very suitable for me!" Zhao Zongning said very firmly.

Zhao Cong carefully observed her expression, seeing that she was determined not to lie, he also showed a happy smile: "Okay."

The burden on Zhao Zongning seemed to be lifted at once, she let out an exaggerated breath, and said coquettishly, "I'm so hungry."

Zhao Cong served her a bowl of soup with his own hands, told her to drink it, and told her softly from time to time.

Zhao Shiqi looked at the brothers and sisters with a smile on his face, and his heart was also very peaceful.He feels sorry for Qian Yuemo, but only for a short while, as long as Zhao Cong is happy, it has nothing to do with whoever is sad.

Zhao Zongning's lifelong event was settled, and Zhao Cong was finally able to relax a bit.

Although it was almost settled, Zhao Cong did not give the marriage right away.

He knew his sister's temperament, and planned to leave another month for her to think about it.But he didn't say anything.It just so happened that it was Qiu Wei, Mid-Autumn Festival, and his birthday recently, so it was not appropriate to talk about such things.

Zhao Zongning is his only younger sister, even if he gives her a marriage, he still wants to manage it in a splendid and lively manner.

In September, there should be news coming from Jurchen's place. When the marriage is granted, everyone has to say that it is the blessing brought by the princess.

Zhao Cong had made a plan in his heart, and after finishing his meal, he would leave Zhao Zongning to live in the palace.

Zhao Zongning shook his head: "There is no place to live, don't tell them to clean up the house for me, I'm going back."

"You can live at Concubine Qian Shu's place, you have lived there before."

Zhao Zongning insisted on going back, and Zhao Cong sent someone to send her back to the Princess Mansion without asking any further questions.

After she left, Zhao Cong went back to sit on the couch, sighed and said, "Before I know it, my sister is getting married too."

Zhao Shiqi leaned towards him, and took him into his arms: "She has the Princess Mansion, Her Majesty, and me. Even if she gets married, no one can bully her."

"I know, it's just—ah."

There are always changes before and after a girl gets married, and the decision is made by herself, but Zhao Cong is also a little hesitant at this time, not knowing whether the decision he made is right or not.It's just that he thought that with his sickly appearance, if he really died early, Zhao Shiqi was a man and had his own mother.There is only one younger sister, who can she rely on?

He thought he was right to do so.

Even though Sun Zhuyun may not live long, he is very suitable as the person who teaches his sister to like him.

"Princess, she will understand, don't worry, Your Majesty." Zhao Shiqi persuaded him.

"En." Zhao Cong nodded, closed his eyes, lay in Zhao Shiqi's arms, and fell asleep after a while.

These days are extraordinarily busy, Yeluqin has letters from time to time, there are a lot of things about the Mid-Autumn Festival in Beijing, and people always ask him about Mid-Autumn Festival and birthdays.Zhao Shiqi had actually helped him a lot, but some things had to be finalized with the emperor's seal.

Zhao Shiqi also knew that he was busy, he saw Zhao Cong's sleeping face under the lamp, and couldn't help but bowed his head and pressed a kiss on Zhao Cong's forehead.

Whenever this time, he would fantasize about the life of the two hidden in the mountains.

The fantasy was happy, he smiled, picked up Zhao Cong lightly, put him on the bed, pulled the curtain, turned over and hugged Zhao Cong, and fell asleep together.