[Qing Chuan] No pet little promise

Yonghe Palace is also talking about this matter.

Qiuping, the maid in charge, told the whole story.

Sister Guan sighed: "This Changchun Palace really has a turn of events." First, Song agreed, and Wei Chang was there, and then Empress Xi was restored to her concubine.There is a little sourness in the words.

After all, in terms of the emperor's favor in the palace, they have always been the ones in the Yonghe Palace.Now that Wang Guiren is pregnant with Liujia, although Concubine De is favored, she insists on her own status, and doesn't often approach the emperor, so the limelight has weakened.

Nanny Guan said in a low voice: "Your Majesty, why don't you wait for the spring of next year, and then choose one or two newcomers."

Concubine De smiled plainly, "The expensive ones are not expensive, so why bother."

While talking, it's lunch time.

Four little eunuchs entered with food boxes.Together with several court ladies, dozens of dishes were placed on the table.

Sitting in front of the table, Concubine De stared at a plate of golden fried food on her right, frowning slightly.

She has a light taste and pays attention to health preservation. Most of the dishes on the table are porridge and clear soup.There are not many meat dishes, and it is even rarer that they are fried in heavy oil.

Sister Guan immediately said: "This is the prescription that the fourth elder brother got from outside the palace a few days ago. He said it was delicious, so he ordered the small kitchen to honor his mother."

Concubine De poked with her chopsticks, lowered her eyes and said, "It's rare for him to have such thoughts."

Guan Numo looked at it, and said cautiously, "Your Majesty, why don't you try it, the master in the kitchen also tasted it, and said it was very crispy."

"No need." Concubine De took back the chopsticks, her eyes were cold, "It's greasy, it's disgusting to look at, take it."

Sister Guan was a little disappointed, but took the bowl of fried chicken as ordered.

She sighed in her heart, her own mother-in-law is actually very good-natured, but she is very cold towards the fourth elder brother.Especially after a serious illness a few years ago, for some reason, he was not only cold, but also bored.

However, the fourth elder brother is also cold-tempered, and the fate between mother and son is getting worse.

***

There is no impenetrable wall in the world, how did Xi Concubine regain her love, with the joint efforts of all the empresses, was quickly found out, and spread quickly in the palace.

"Fairy water?"

When Wei Rong heard this name, she almost thought that she had traveled through time again.

"It's this thing. It is said that it was brought back from the West. It has been quite popular among wealthy merchants in the south of the Yangtze River for a while. After using it, the skin can be white and greasy, and the complexion will be radiant."

Song Qing'er was amazed when she mentioned this matter.Her family is a businessman, and she has heard of this thing before, but it is the first time to witness it with her own eyes.

"I heard it in my boudoir before, and I thought it was an exaggeration. What good things can be found in those barbaric places in the West, but now..." She pouted at the main hall, "This effect is really amazing. , I want to try something."

Wei Rong frowned. The cosmetics developed by investing tens of millions of dollars in biotechnology in later generations did not have such miraculous effects, let alone the products of this era.I remember reading popular science articles in my previous life. Products that can quickly whiten and rejuvenate skin mostly contain heavy metals such as lead and mercury. Long-term use can lead to kidney failure and even life-threatening.There used to be a few beauty salons in small places that used it secretly for profit, but after being exposed, they all ended up in jail.

"This thing may not be a good thing, you'd better be careful." She said vaguely.

"So sister Wei, you've heard of it too." Song Qing'er was surprised.

"What?" Wei Rong didn't respond.

Song Qing'er lowered her voice: "When I was at home before, I heard people say that this thing is not very auspicious. I heard that most people who have used it are unlucky and have a short life."

Wei Rong lamented that the ancients were not all fools.

"It's good that you have the numbers, you don't need to be contaminated with these."

Song Qing'er nodded, and she was only verbally envious. After all, she was young, so she didn't need to use this at all.

Wei Rong suddenly thought again, does Concubine Xi know about this?

After Song Qing'er left, Wei Rong got up and took out the jewelry box and opened it. The kraft paper that was piled full of snacks was gone.

It's been a long time since she went to steal snacks.

After all, now that she is in favor, the small kitchen will be very attentive to deliver whatever she wants, and there will be regular feedings from Yinzhen every once in a while.

Need to go to the kitchenette tonight though.

She took out a small porcelain bottle from the bottom and opened it, and the aroma of medicine came out.

This is the cedar grass juice she fished out from the imperial doctor's medicine jar, half of it was left, and now it happened to be returned to its original owner.

In this palace, she has no desire to compete for favor, and never wants to take the initiative to harm others, but it does not mean that she is willing to be framed by others.

An eye for an eye is an eye for an eye.

***

Sitting in front of the dressing table, Xi Consort looked at her face reflected in the mirror.

Delicate and soft, can be broken by blowing bombs, perfect without a trace of flaws.

Which woman in the world doesn't want her youth to stay forever, and in her body, this dream has become a reality.

Xi Concubine looked at it contentedly, and found that there was still a little bit of bleakness around her ears.

She picked up the small palm-sized porcelain bottle on the table, poured some transparent liquid on the thin tissue, and carefully wiped it under her ears.

Nanny Zhou couldn't help but reminded: "Your Majesty, you have already used a lot today, and the people sent by the crown prince have also warned that using these things too much will hurt your health."

Xi Concubine finished wiping her skin, and then said calmly, "I know. Those common folks and women's fortunes are weak, so I can't stand using such fairy things. Now that I have the emperor's dragon spirit to protect me, there is nothing I can't bear." .”

It's no wonder she thought so, this fairy water was originally passed down from the Western court, so it can be seen that it was used by the royal family and nobles, so how can ordinary people covet it?

She couldn't be more pleased with this thing.

After regaining his favor, Kangxi took great care of her, almost half of the ten days were spent sleeping by her.It is better than the time when she first entered the palace.After all, at that time, Concubine Yi dominated the harem, Concubine De was flourishing, and there was the up-and-coming Lianggui, she was caught in the middle, struggling to walk.

But now, these favored concubines who had concealed her edge in the past are all old and fading, and among the newly promoted concubines, Wang Guiren, who is the number one among the new concubines, is pregnant with Liujia.Naturally, she is the only one left outstanding.

Counting the days, Wang Guiren will be giving birth in these few days.

A shadow floated in Xi Concubine's heart, not only because of the upcoming rival for favor, but also because of the knot in her heart that she couldn't let go of.

child……

If she can have another child, she really has nothing else to ask for in life.

Thinking of this, he raised his voice and asked, "Is the medicine ready?"

The little maid hurried in with a soup cup.

Xi Concubine took it and staggered the lid.Looking at the thick black concoction inside, the pungent medicinal smell made her sick for a while.But the eyes are full of enthusiasm.

This is a golden prescription that she ordered someone to find, and it is helpful for a woman to conceive.Every morning, it is boiled in the small kitchen and sent in. I hope that the heavens will bless me, and this time I will be favored again, and my wish will be fulfilled.

Praying secretly, Xi Concubine raised her head and drank the soup in one gulp.

***

Since Kangxi arranged this painting task for Wei Rong,

With the title of "painting according to order", Wei Rong's life is more comfortable than ever.

In order to show her importance, Concubine Xi specially ordered someone to tidy up a bright and spacious main room in the west side hall and use it as her studio.

Wei Rong moved all the pens, inks and paints in, and every day after breakfast, he went to paint for an hour or two, then went back to have lunch, took a nap, and went to the Imperial Garden to relax in the afternoon.Occasionally, I get interested in the evening, so I will add two strokes in the past.If you're not interested, just sit in your room and read a book.What a beautiful day!

Because of her, there was an upsurge of learning piano, chess, calligraphy and painting in the palace.

Many low-ranking concubines followed suit to invite favors.There are not only those who study painting, but also those who practice calligraphy and piano, hoping to attract the emperor's mercy.

When Wei Rong heard about it, she could only sigh, it really is the king of Chu who has such a thin waist, and many court ladies starved to death.

For her, another great advantage of painting by order is that candles and oil lamps are available, and they are all the best.

Li Dongsheng specially chose two high foot lamps to put next to the easel, each with twelve candles inserted at the first time.Brightly illuminate the entire room.

It's just that the candles are used too much, and the smoke is strong.Wei Rong asked the Ministry of Internal Affairs for four large bronze mirrors and placed them in the corners.

Light the candle in front of the copper mirror, and use the mirror to reflect the light.

In this way, only a few candles are used to achieve the lighting effect of more than a dozen.

After Li Dongsheng came to see it, he repeatedly praised her for being smart.Go back and report to Kangxi to know.

On the second day, Kangxi came to the studio under the banner of inspecting her painting progress.

How free is your old man!Wei Rong complained in her heart, and welcomed him into the studio respectfully.

Kangxi stood in the room and looked around. The whole room was spacious and comfortable, with bright windows and clean windows.

Dozens of books are stacked neatly on the east bookshelf.Next to it is a large white porcelain urn with rippling water inside, and three or four pink lotus flowers blooming against the emerald green lotus leaves, making people feel refreshed just looking at it.

Kangxi carefully looked at the simple reflection mechanism again, he laughed, turned around and flicked Wei Rong's forehead.

"You little brain, what are you thinking about?"

Wei Rong hugged her head, wanting to cry but no tears, what's wrong with you, always attacking her head, be careful to make her stupid.

Of course, he only dared to complain about these words in his heart, but he still replied respectfully on his face.

"It was thought of by the carp lamp bestowed by the emperor. I saw that it was brighter than other lamps, and it was because the scales reflected the light."

"It's not bad to see a little knowledge." Kangxi smiled with satisfaction.

Afterwards, he walked to the strangely shaped bench by the window and clicked it twice curiously.

This reclining chair was specially remade by Wei Rong's craftsmen, and a few small ergonomic designs were added.

The right not to expire void!

It's rare for me to have the name of painting by order, so I can buy some necessary things. The soft gold beads are too eye-catching, but these necessities of life can greatly improve the quality of life without being too eye-catching .

Even if she falls out of favor in the future, she can lie on this chair, bask in the sun comfortably, read a book, and eat snacks.

For the convenience of eating snacks, Wei Rong also specially set up a small tray on the right side of the recliner, and now there is a small iron plate on it, with some pickled lamb jerky, uh, all gnawed.

Seeing Kangxi's gaze falling, Wei Rong hurriedly explained: "This is leftover snacks. The emperor's arrival is unlucky, and the slaves have not had time to clean up."

"Are you complaining that it's not the right time for me to come?" Kangxi glanced at her.

His tone was not good, and Yufu's face turned pale when he heard it later.Wei Rong knew that Kangxi was just joking.

She smiled and said: "Of course, if the emperor came two steps earlier, he could taste it with his servants. This dried mutton is well marinated, sweet and spicy."

"It's because I have no luck." Kangxi smiled and shook his head.

This palace pays attention to eating less food to keep healthy, especially Xing Sheng is a vegetarian, and this girl, who thinks about eating all day, is full of big fish and meat.

Speaking of which, in the past, when low-ranking concubines were favored, they always liked to ask for more gold and silver jewelry and clothing fabrics. Only this little girl, according to Li Dongsheng's report, asked for a bunch of worthless daily necessities, but she was ingenious. Tool.

People don't know what to say.

Afterwards, Kangxi checked her paintings again and expressed full affirmation.

"Improved from before."

Wei Rong hurriedly flattered her, "Thank you for the painting utensils and utensils rewarded by the emperor. This servant has opened my eyes, so I can make great progress."

Kangxi knew that the western style of painting was mainly realistic and colorful.Not only were they given paint brushes of various colors, but they also specially rewarded some colorful bird bonsai and other objects as models.

For Wei Rong's first painting, he chose the big parrot.

Kangxi was very grateful for Wei Rong's compliment. After seeing the painting, he walked to the opposite bird stand and touched the parrot's head.

This parrot is not only beautiful, but also very smart and can speak some simple sentences.They all love Yufu very much, and Song Qing'er also comes to feed it every now and then.The result is getting fatter and fatter, and now I don't even bother to flap my wings.

At this time, he was lying on the shelf, squinting lazily.

Kangxi touched it twice, but it didn't move.

"Why is this bird dumb? It doesn't even have the aura in your painting."

Wei Rong had no choice but to tell the truth.

Kangxi laughed loudly when he heard it, and when he looked carefully, the bird was indeed several times fatter than last time.

After laughing, he embraced Wei Rong who was standing beside him.

"The birds are getting fatter, and the master is also perfect."

While speaking, he squeezed Wei Rong's waist hard.

Wei Rong had goosebumps all over her body, this frequent sexual harassment was more unbearable to her than flicking her forehead.

However, if you can't bear it, you have to bear it, who makes yourself a little wife.

Kangxi just made fun of him and then let go of him. Looking down, his black hair was like ink, slender and well-fitted, and his long eyelashes covered his brilliant eyes, so charming.It's a pity that there are a few red spots on the cheeks, which greatly compromises this face.

Feeling his gaze, Wei Rong shuddered quietly.

Your old man doesn't really have any ideas, does he?The spots on her face haven't faded yet!

At first, I thought that this person who was raised by all kinds of fat swallows and thin people would disdain to eat his own speckled fruit.

But when he noticed that the gaze on his face was not moving, Wei Rong became anxious.

What he turned over tonight was Xi Concubine's brand!

Wei Rong was quick-witted, raised her head and said with a smile, "Your servant sees that the emperor is very tired, why don't you try this chair, just let my servant press the emperor's shoulders."

Kangxi came back to his senses, "You still press your shoulder?"

"The servant has learned some at home to help the elders relieve their fatigue."

"It's rare that you have such a heart." Kangxi really felt physically exhausted.In the past two days, there has been a lot of turmoil and quarrels in the hall, and he hasn't slept well in the past few nights.

In addition, he was curious about this weird chair, so he lay down on it.

After lying down, I actually felt more comfortable than the soft bed in my Qing Palace, without those complicated carved stripes, sealed with cotton cloth and leather on several turnings, and it fit perfectly when lying down.

The warm sunset light came in from the window, covering half of his body, making him squint his eyes comfortably.