Why are you so anxious?

Suddenly, as soon as Tana said this, the faces of the concubines at the banquet immediately changed.Concubine Chen glanced at Tana with a smile that was not a smile, raised her glass to respect Emperor Yongqian and said: "My concubine congratulates Your Majesty, I am so happy to have a beautiful lady."

Empress Yan only hesitated for a moment, but she didn't expect to be robbed by Concubine Chen.Hearing these words, the unexpected face suddenly turned into a happy face, and he said to Emperor Yongqian: "Youdao is a beauty who loves a hero. Your Majesty is an incomparable king. Even the girls on the grassland are familiar with your brilliance and prowess. It can be seen that the ancients are sincere. Don't lie to me."

Emperor Yongqian laughed out loud when he was flattered. Seeing the charming face in the field, the delicate and cheerful temperament suddenly turned to Tana, and said with a smile: "At my age, I am more than enough to be your father. If I accept you Concubine, don't you feel wronged?"

Having said that, between the lines, there is no intention of retreating.After hearing the words, many officials looked at each other tacitly.Suddenly Tana said bluntly: "Your Majesty is the hero of the world, and heroes will never grow old. Suddenly Tana loves Your Majesty and just wants to marry His Majesty."

Some shameless remarks made the concubines in the harem change their faces again, and even the imperial wives whispered to each other, snickering and suddenly Tana was indeed a barbarian from the grassland. shame.How can there be a daughter who is innocent and innocent, who speaks and shuts words of admiration.

However, others didn't take Tana's remarks seriously, and Emperor Yonggan listened very pleasantly.He was already attracted by Tana's openness and kindness when she was different from Da Chu, but it was hard to do anything because of her reputation and seniority.Now that the beauty recommended herself as a pillow mat, Emperor Yongqian was also happy to accept it.Because he already had some thoughts on Huer Tana, and Huer Tana had a special status, so he came to Beijing this time to show the harmony and friendship between the two countries.Emperor Yongqian pondered for a moment, and immediately sealed Zhaoyuan, who was suddenly Tana as the second rank, and entered the palace to serve in a few days.

Zhaoyuan is one of the nine concubines in the harem, and her status is particularly valuable.No matter how many aristocratic families enter the palace, they may not be able to earn such a status in their lifetime.However, under the golden words of Emperor Yongqian, suddenly Tana was no more than a girl from a state, and she was able to receive such an honor.Even if the concubines here are sensible and sophisticated, knowing that this position requires consideration of the attitude of the entire Northern Huns, but there are human feelings beyond reason, so many concubines still feel sour and envious.

Among them, the one with the most complicated mood belonged to Jieyu Jun who had just entered the palace for less than a month.Jun Rouran was originally the eldest daughter of the Founding Duke's Mansion. In terms of status, she is not inferior to the daughter of the aristocratic family.However, because of the indulgence before entering the palace, the queen took advantage of it, and erased Jun Rouran's original rank and status on the grounds of appeasing and taking care of the face of Duke Li.As a result, Jun Rouran's status was low after entering the palace.Originally, Jun Rouran didn't take it seriously, and she only thought about winning over the Sacred Heart and winning the Holy Grace.But she didn't expect that since she entered the palace, rumors and gossips among many concubines have continued, even how many daughters of small families who were disdained by her when she was in the boudoir would dare to ridicule her wantonly because of her higher status than her.However, due to the strict palace rules, she could not confront each other, but even ridiculed her.Otherwise, the empress would take the opportunity to reprimand her for her frivolity and lack of courtesy.Because the queen is in charge of the harem, even Emperor Yongqian can't say much.

And if she cried a lot in front of Emperor Yonggan, Emperor Yonggan would feel bored.Once or twice, he got up and left the palace, and went to another place to have fun.Seeing this situation, Jun Rouran suddenly realized that in Emperor Yongqian's heart, he was just a plaything. Even though he could have fun, he was not worthy of Emperor Yonggan to plan for himself, let alone turn against the queen for himself.After several times, Jun Rouran learned her lesson, and never dared to mention how bad the queen was in front of Emperor Yongqian. Even if the concubines in the harem were in trouble, she had to bear it by herself.

If it wasn't for Concubine Chen who sometimes spoke up for her because of her relatives' affection, I'm afraid that not only many concubines, but even the palace eunuchs who waited on the sanitation would make things difficult for her in the harem.

Only now did Jun Rouran know how important the so-called rank was to concubines in the harem.Only then did she realize that whether her natal family is powerful or not is also an important factor for a concubine to be able to thrive in the harem and be respected by others.

Just like the concubine Lin who competed with the empress for glory, if it wasn't for the shallow family background at the beginning, she wouldn't have asked herself to step down and give up the position of the main palace.If it wasn't for the Lin family's fighting spirit, their military exploits, and the power of soldiers and horses in their hands, the concubine Chen would not have come from behind, forcing the empress to retreat every step of the way, resulting in the dominance of the sixth palace for 20 years and the envy of others.

This shows how important the power of the natal family is to oneself.

As the saying goes, you gain wisdom by eating a pit, and Jun Rouran struggled in the harem battle, and what she got was not just the sarcastic remarks, insults and ridicules from others.She deliberately abandoned her arrogance and self-restraint, flattered Emperor Yonggan in private, tactful and courteous, and finally let Emperor Yonggan indulge in her body.On the other hand, Jun Rouran gently mentioned the matter of missing her eldest brother who had not returned home for a long time when the rain was mingling.Emperor Yonggan immediately agreed to transfer her elder brother Jun Shaoan back to Beijing to serve in the Ministry of War.And based on Jun Shaoan's years of accumulated military exploits, now that he is transferred back to Beijing, he can at least take the position of a second-rank servant.In this way, her natal family, Jun Rouran, can be considered in the court.In this way, those daughters of small families would not dare to belittle her wantonly.There is a saying that a gentleman takes revenge, ten years is not too late.Jun Rouran felt that as long as she slowly stood her ground, it would only be a matter of time before she could be shamed.

With Yang Daimei's deep and sensible mother, Jun Rouran is under the influence of her ears and eyes. Even though Yang Daimei, who has no education, is very successful, she can't be called shallow and dull.It's just that the pampering and pampering of the people around her made her lose herself.Now everyone around was either malicious or stood by and let her stumble, when her nose was bruised and her face was swollen, Jun Rouran quickly woke up.She understood that if she allowed this naivety and recklessness to continue, I am afraid that as Yang Daimei said that day, there will be no bones left in the harem battle.

With a sudden vigilance, Jun Rouran will naturally not let it go, but even if she comforts herself in every possible way and endures her calculations, she suddenly sees Tana, a vulgar woman from a foreign country, who got Zhaoyuan because of Emperor Yongqian's words. I don't feel sore in my heart.More clearly recognized the indifference and lack of kindness of Emperor Yongqian.This man, everything is good before he gets it, but once he gets it, if he has no use value, he will soon throw it away like a scrap of paper and forget about it.

Jun Rouran smiled coldly, she looked at Tana, who was shy and excited in her eyes, then at Queen Yan, who couldn't hide the sourness in her heart even though she was smiling, and then at Concubine Chen who looked indifferent and disapproving Empress, she hooked the corners of her mouth thoughtfully.

On the male side, Jun Shaoyou also saw the low-key and quiet Jun Rouran behind the concubine.Different from the aloofness and arrogance in the boudoir, who preferred simplicity and elegance, today's Jun Rouran's makeup is more refined, her clothes are more gorgeous, and the brightly colored clothes and jewelry make Jun Rouran's complexion more charming, and there is even a faint brilliance spirit.

Before Jun Shaoyou knew it, he thought of the words "Although she is a prince and noble daughter, she is very open-minded, and His Majesty likes it" when she entered the palace to visit the concubine Chen. Startled, he shook his head speechlessly.

If I knew today, why bother to do it at the beginning.

Zhuang Lin sat beside Jun Shaoyou, and suddenly asked, "What are you looking at?"

Jun Shaoyou came back to his senses, and said with a casual smile, "It's just a matter of looking around and looking around."

Zhuang Lin smiled slightly, and said, "If you feel bored, I'll go out with you for a walk, and I'll also drink away the heat."

Jun Shaoyou smiled, nodded and said, "Okay."

So the two peeped at the crowd without paying attention, and tiptoed away from the table.After the two left, the Empress looked at the empty seats, and said with a smile: "After all, they are young couples, more tender and romantic, wanton and romantic."

Emperor Yonggan heard the words, followed the queen's words and looked at him, and said with a casual smile: "The two of them are so affectionate, it is their good fortune."

Concubine Chen also interjected: "As the saying goes, it is better to be single-minded than to be separated forever. That's what I said."

So Emperor Yonggan and Concubine Chen looked at each other and smiled.The reason why the empress said this was to let Emperor Yongqian see that Zhuang Lin and Jun Shaoyou did not respect the etiquette, and even dared to leave the banquet with an excuse to get along with each other in private.But he didn't expect that being seduced by Concubine Chen's words would make Emperor Yongqian think of the past again, and unknowingly pulled the silk handkerchief angrily, but his face remained gentle.

Not to mention how the people at the banquet were full of ghosts and confronted tit for tat, but said that Jun Shaoyou and Zhuang Lin got up and left the banquet, and walked all the way to the imperial garden.Now it is the middle of June, the sun is scorching hot, the sky is bright and bright, the garden is full of flowers, colorful, and all kinds of flowers are fragrant.

Zhuang Lin narrowed his eyes and looked at Zhengyan Douyan in front of him, and said with a smile: "The flowers and plants in this palace are all rare treasures tributed from outside, and they are extremely valuable. Naturally, the gardeners also take care of them very meticulously. Kai Zhengyan, her description is better than the ones outside. It’s a pity that the appearance is too embellished, and the vitality of the wild flowers and weeds outside is lost, let alone facing the storm and the snow. No matter how exquisite it is, it’s just for fun. It's not very useful, and it needs to be carefully prepared. Now, among the delicate flowers and tender grass in the garden, there is such a Gesang flower from the northern part of the country. I really don't know if this Gesang flower can adapt The water and soil of Dachu, blossoms and bears fruit. Or it is gradually withered by the peonies and peonies in the garden."

Jun Shaoyou glanced at Zhuang Lin lightly, and said casually: "The flowers and plants in the palace are naturally taken care of by the craftsmen in the palace, so it has nothing to do with you."

Zhuang Lin smiled, and said with a pun: "I never like to tinker with flowers and plants, so the blooming and falling of flowers naturally has nothing to do with me. However, there is a person who is used to pity flowers and grass. It’s just a moment of relief.”

Jun Shaoyou chuckled, and said meaningfully: "Flowers and plants are good, but they are just pleasant to the heart. I am so busy with work that I have no time to tinker with flowers and plants. Besides, although a hundred flowers are in full bloom in this imperial garden, it is difficult to see if you look closely. They are all carved out of the same mold. Now that there are traces, it loses its natural style. If you think about it for a long time, it will not be so rare."

Hearing this, Zhuang Lin hooked the corners of his mouth in satisfaction, took Jun Shaoyou's hand and said with a smile: "When I was in the palace, I loved to go fishing by the pond. The koi in the palace are different from those outside. He has a fat head and big ears, and he is never afraid of people. You don’t need to use hooks and baits at all. You just sprinkle some fish food in the pond, and then open the brocade handkerchief to catch at least one koi. Stupid I can't even jump."

Jun Shaoyou glanced at Zhuang Lin with some distaste, and said with a smile, "I didn't know when you did such a narrow-minded thing."

Zhuang Lin smiled and said, "There are many things you don't know. In fact, there are many interesting places in the palace. When I have a chance, I will take you to play there."

Hearing this, Jun Shaoyou blinked his eyes expectantly.The two of them walked to the Yuelong Pond first, while Zhuang Lin sent the little eunuch accompanying him to find some fish food and sprinkle them in the pool, then he took out the brocade handkerchief from his sleeves, bent over and stretched his arms into the pool. As expected, he brought up a chubby koi weighing about two to three catties easily.The koi was long and wide, and a brocade handkerchief couldn't wrap its head and tail at all, causing the koi to struggle endlessly in Zhuang Lin's hands.But Zhuang Lin clasped both hands and firmly fished him to the shore.

Zhuang Lin held the koi in both hands to Jun Shaoyou, and smiled like offering a treasure: "Let's steam it tonight, and I will also taste the taste of the koi in the palace."

Jun Shaoyou waved his hand, motioned Zhuang Lin to put the koi back into the pond, and said with a smile: "The water in this pond is stagnant water, and this fish is so stupid that it doesn't like to move, so it can be seen that the fish meat will not be delicious. .Do you want to eat any delicacies from mountains and seas? You must make your mind on it.”

Zhuang Lin said this just to make fun of Jun Shaoyou, and after hearing Jun Shaoyou's words, he smiled and threw the koi back into the pond.The koi drew a graceful arc in the air and jumped into the pool, and the water splashed everywhere, wishing it could hit Zhuang Lin's face.There are circles of ripples on the surface of the pool, and a gust of wind blows by, and the lotus in the pool sways gently.Zhuang Lin looked at the lotus flower that had produced lotus roots, and asked, "Do you want to eat lotus seeds? I'll peel them for you."

Jun Shaoyou had a lot of drinks and food at the table just now, and he didn't really want to eat at the moment.But after hearing what Zhuang Lin said, he responded jokingly, "Okay. Get some lotus roots, and we two will peel them together."

Zhuang Lin smiled slightly, and ordered the little eunuch who was waiting by the Yuelong Pond to come over, and he and Jun Shaoyou boarded the boat one after the other.The little eunuch walked slowly into the lotus bushes with his pole on his pole. There was a gentle breeze and sparkling light. His eyes were full of blue lotus leaves, snow-white and pink lotus flowers, and heavy lotus roots.

Zhuang Lin picked among the lotus bushes for half a day, reached out and picked a lotus root, put it in his hand, split the lotus root, peeled off the lotus seeds, removed the lotus heart, put it on the lotus leaf beside him, handed it to Jun Shaoyou, and said, "Your spleen and stomach are weak. , Just eat one or two grains, let’s wrap up the rest of the lotus seeds, and ask Chengying to cook tremella and lotus seeds soup for you when we get back to the house, it will clear your heart and put your mind at ease.”

Jun Shaoyou smiled slightly, and said: "Take half of it back to the mansion, and the other half should be kept by Your Majesty and Concubine Chen. This is also your filial piety."

After speaking, he also picked a lotus root and peeled it together.Seeing this, Zhuang Lin quickly pulled out the lotus root from Jun Shaoyou's hand, and stopped him, saying: "This thing is very hard, and it hurts my hands if I take it away carefully."

Jun Shaoyou smiled, shook his head and said with a smile, "It's not so expensive."

"You're different from me. I don't care about my rough skin and thick flesh. Your hands are used to hold a pen and play the piano. How can you do this kind of rough work." After speaking, he pointed to the two lotus seeds that Jun Shaoyou had just peeled and said: "Give this to me."

Jun Shaoyou curled his lips slightly, and handed the lotus leaf in his hand to Zhuang Lin.Zhuang Lin opened his mouth wide and said, "Feed me."

Zhuang Lin looked at the little eunuch with a pole in front of him speechlessly, and quickly threw two lotus seeds into Zhuang Lin's mouth.Ignoring the satisfied Zhuang Lin, he shook his head and said, "Be serious."

Zhuang Lin chuckled, licking his face and was about to say something when he saw a few calls suddenly from the bank of Yuelongchi. The personal eunuch came to summon him.