flstandardbreds Chapter 136 How can a person be so stupid?
Chapter 136 How can a person be so stupid?
"Married? You two are engaged?" Qin Jiuwei asked, raising an eyebrow.
Chen Xiuming raised his chin. "Of course, and it was even bestowed by the Emperor himself."
Qin Jiuwei continued to press relentlessly, "Really? Then where is the imperial edict? Without an imperial edict, how dare you say it was a marriage bestowed by the Emperor?"
"The imperial edict, of course there is one!" Chen Xiuming said, sticking his neck out. "It's just that the Emperor is busy and it hasn't been issued yet!"
Chen Xiuming believed that his father would not lie to him.
If it's said that an imperial edict will be issued for marriage, then it definitely will be issued!
Qin Jiuwei finally understood and sneered inwardly.
Chen Xiuming actually believed that the emperor would grant him a marriage.
How can someone be so stupid...?
She looked up at him, her eyes filled with sneer, "Then tell me, when will the Emperor bestow a marriage upon us?"
"Your Majesty..." Chen Xiuming paused, cold sweat breaking out on his forehead.
Little did he know when the emperor would bestow a marriage upon him.
But he wasn't about to back down, so he blurted out, "His Majesty will bestow the marriage on the day of the Chrysanthemum Banquet!"
Chen Xiuming's face was cold. "Once the imperial decree for the marriage is issued, let's see what you have to say. If Jiang Yunzhu dares not to marry, she will be defying the imperial decree!"
Qin Jiuwei's eyes held a cold, mocking glint.
"Yes, waiting for the chrysanthemum banquet."
I'll have to see how you look then...
Chen Xiuming threw the embroidered shoes hard on the ground and turned to leave.
Qin Jiu glanced at it, instructed the servants to throw away the shoes, and then led Jiang Yunzhu upstairs.
"Come on, I'm here to treat you to some flower tea today. The flower tea here is quite good."
The two had just entered the private room and hadn't even had a chance to sit down yet.
A warm voice suddenly rang out behind the two of them.
"The Crown Prince's wife?"
Qin Jiu turned her head slightly and saw a noblewoman dressed in a deep purple brocade dress, smiling at her.
The noblewoman had a round face and a very dignified and beautiful appearance.
Qin Jiuwei immediately recognized her as Minister Shen's wife.
In her previous life, during seasonal celebrations, the ladies of the court would all enter the palace.
After she was granted the title of Consort De, she took charge of this matter.
She had a strong impression of this Mrs. Shen.
When she was young, Madam Shen followed Minister Shen to guard the border.
Years of military life made Madam Shen exceptionally straightforward and outspoken.
She stands out among the shrewd and intelligent noblewomen.
Madam Shen and Minister Shen also had a very good marital relationship.
The couple had only one child, who is now the Imperial Guard General, Shen Xingjian.
Madam Shen smiled and gave a slight curtsy, "Greetings, Madam of the Heir Apparent."
She first saw her at the last Mid-Autumn Festival banquet and was immediately captivated, remembering her instantly.
She genuinely liked this Crown Prince's wife and wanted to get closer to her.
Furthermore, her son, Shen Xingjian, is now quite close to Prince Xie, so it's even more important to cultivate a good relationship with him.
"Madam Shen, you're too kind. There's no need for such formalities between us," Qin Jiuwei said immediately, a smile in her eyes.
The two chatted casually, and the more they talked, the stronger Madam Shen's liking for Qin Jiuwei became.
There are many rumors circulating about Qin Jiuwei.
Some say she is jealous, others say she and Prince Xie have a bad relationship; there are all sorts of rumors.
Madam Shen didn't believe any of this; it was just some people's sour talk.
But she didn't know what kind of person Qin Jiuwei really was.
After talking with her today, I realized that she is truly perfect.
She is adept at navigating social situations, possesses elegant manners, and speaks eloquently yet makes others feel comfortable.
As she spoke, Madam Shen turned her gaze unintentionally, and her eyes lit up when they fell on Jiang Yunzhu standing to the side.
"Who is this……"
The girl was wearing a pale yellow silk skirt with a pink sash tied around her waist, and the hem of her skirt was embroidered with a few delicate plum blossoms.
It made her skin appear even more fair and rosy, as delicate and smooth as mutton fat jade.
Her almond-shaped eyes were like shimmering autumn water, clear and bright, and her gaze was full of intelligence and liveliness.
Upon hearing that her name had been mentioned, Jiang Yunzhu immediately curtsied and performed a standard and elegant curtsy.
"Greetings, Madam Shen. I am Jiang Yunzhu, the daughter of the Minister of Rites, from the Jiang family. I am also the cousin of the Crown Prince's wife."
She spoke with a smile in her eyes, her beautiful almond-shaped eyes curving into crescents, and dimples peeking out from the corners of her lips.
The sound is also crisp, sweet, and melodious, making it very pleasant to listen to.
The look of fondness in Madam Shen's eyes deepened.
She stepped forward and gently helped Jiang Yunzhu up, holding her hand and examining her closely, her eyes full of affection.
"I never expected that the Crown Prince's wife's sisters would be so outstanding, so beautiful. Look at their eyebrows and eyes, they exude a kind of intelligence and charm."
Jiang Yunzhu blushed slightly at the compliment and replied softly, "Madam Shen is too kind. Yunzhu is just an ordinary-looking girl. Please don't be offended."
"Don't mention it," Madam Shen gently patted her hand and said with a smile, "I'm so happy to see you. What do you usually like to do?"
Jiang Yunzhu lowered her head slightly and spoke in a soft yet lively voice.
"Replying to Madam Shen, Yunzhu usually enjoys tinkering with small things, but it's not a particularly great skill. For example, she uses silk threads and beads to weave delicate sachets and nets, or folds colored paper into various shapes of flowers, birds, fish and insects. Although they are all insignificant little things, she feels happy every time she makes them and looks at them."
Madam Shen listened with great interest, her eyes filled with curiosity and delight, nodding in praise repeatedly.
"Good child, you are so skillful! These little gadgets sound exquisite and interesting. I would love to take a good look at them if I had the chance. To be able to make these ordinary things so special shows that you are a thoughtful and intelligent girl."
Jiang Yunzhu's smile deepened, and she bowed slightly, saying with a touch of shyness and humility, "Madam Shen, you flatter me. It was just to pass the time."
"If Madam Shen doesn't mind, after Yunzhu returns, she can carefully make some small items and send them over as a token of her appreciation."
Madam Shen quickly waved her hand with a smile: "How could I possibly accept that? But if you're willing, I would be very happy to oblige."
This child is just so adorable.
As the two chatted back and forth, Madam Shen found Jiang Yunzhu increasingly pleasing to the eye and more and more congenial.
Shen House.
"Mother." Shen Xingjian had just returned to the mansion when he first came to the main house to pay his respects to his mother.
When Madam Shen saw him, her eyes softened instantly. "Xingjian is back. Please have a seat."
He then ordered, "Someone, bring tea."
Shen Xingjian raised his teacup and took a small sip of tea.
When Madam Shen saw him, she couldn't stop talking and began to tell him about what she had seen and heard that day.
"I met Madam Xie today; her manners were truly impeccable and elegant," Madam Shen couldn't help but exclaim.
Shen Xingjian nodded slightly, listening casually.
He casually chimed in, "I also saw him at the Mid-Autumn Festival banquet that day; his appearance and demeanor are truly exceptional."
No wonder someone like Prince Xie would fall for her.
"And the Crown Prince's wife's cousin, a young girl named Jiang Yunzhu, is also quite nice."
Upon hearing this name, Shen Xingjian's hand holding the teacup suddenly paused.
Madam Shen, however, did not notice his unusual expression and said to herself, "That little girl is beautiful, well-behaved and cute. I like her very much."
"She also had a purse that she embroidered herself hanging from her waist, and the embroidery was excellent."
Her eyes crinkled with laughter, and she couldn't help but become excited.
"A girl of such good character and appearance, whoever marries her will be blessed with good fortune for several lifetimes."
Madam Shen sighed softly.
"If only she could be my daughter-in-law."
Shen Xingjian sat to the side, and upon hearing this, his fingers involuntarily curled up in his sleeve.
But... she's already engaged.