Chapter 519 Welcome Tongzhou, Huang's satire
It will soon be mid-March, the day when the Xiliang mission arrived in Kyoto.
The vast guest ceremonial group set out one day in advance and went to Tongzhou Post Hall. Because of the accompanying honor guard, the process was particularly slow. It took half a day until the afternoon that the clan and the women settled down in their respective halls.
When you go out, it is naturally better to live and eat at home. The women are placed in the back garden on the east and west sides of the post hall. Although the room is spacious, it is also divided into two rooms inside and outside, but the utensils can't be so exquisite.
The two maids Qiu Yue and Xia Ke entered the house and began to be busy. They whispered that the floor was warm enough and the wall was full of light. They all felt "desolate" in their eyes. In fact, most of these post houses are only for transit reception, and only the furnishings of the main courtyard are slightly complete. The East and West gardens are generally used to house servants or officials and family members who are stationed with the mission. This time, the ladies who have lived in this dynasty for the first time have been carefully laid, and are already the most comprehensive in history.
When the white folded towel in Qiu Yue's hand brushed the flower rack and turned around, she saw a trace of dust, and finally couldn't help complaining loudly.
Yijing has changed her clothes, put on a light jacket, and walked around the partition and saw a small "wind and thunderous" face of Qiu Yue. Xia Ke quickly took a embroidered cushion brought at home and spread it on the rose chair. She sat down with Yijing. She turned around and saw that Qiu Yue was still spreading the white towel next to the flower rack by the window and said with a smile. He said, "It's almost enough. Just stay for two nights."
The beautiful scenery took a look at the "landscape" outside the window and covered the day, and then said, "I just blew the sand and dust. Today, I saw it slowed down a little. Otherwise, all the way will be gray. I see that the table chairs in the room are still clean, and the bedding is brand-new, which is much better than expected. It can be seen that The postman did his duty. These houses were also idle in the past. After a few days of sand and dust, do you still expect the corners to be clean and dust-free? Don't be so picky. Hurry up and clean it up quickly. The prince has to rest in the front yard of the post office today and tomorrow. I'm afraid that it will be more simple. Qiu Yue will go to see what's missing later and send it to the front of us from our clothes. I guess that the prince may not be used to drinking the tea of the post hall, and he can't do more in his diet. Plant some tea and send some to the son.
It is really difficult to see the bright spring in March in the early spring of Jinyangjing. Especially this year, several days of sand and dust cover the sky, and there is a layer of loess on the street. If you don't close your mouth and nose, you can taste the mud and sand inhale. It's finally eased today. It is estimated that it will be more sunny tomorrow, so that everyone will have to wear a hood bag. He met with the Xiliang Mission.
The "treatment" of the clan's wives is not bad. They can accompany them with fine soft clothes. The wife and the eunuchs can only take a servant woman with the car. In addition to daily consumption such as changing clothes and makeup powder washing, I'm afraid they can't prepare too comprehensive utensils. Yijing thought that Huang also came to Tongzhou this time. As a daughter, she should Go and say hello and see if there is any inconvenience there. It should be sent to Zhou Quan.
I was thinking about it, but I was led by Princess Kang first and sent the maidservant around me to invite the scenery.
"Hi, princess, our princess told me that the post hall is simple, and I don't know if the princess lacks equipment."
Yijing said with a smile, "It's all good". Princess Kang is responsible for all matters about the placement of the women's. Naturally, she won't complain.
"The princess knew that the princess was busy, and she was afraid that she would not be free later. At this time, she asked the princess to come and talk." The maid said again.
Binjing put on a big cloak and didn't let Xia Ke follow: "It's just a few steps. It's all in the same yard. You can stay and look at the house. Maybe a few husbands will come to say hello later. You have to treat me well. Don't lose your courtesy."
Just being caught by Princess Kang's maidservant to the side of the corridor, she heard a "squeak". Pingle in a big red wind and fur cloak at the open door stepped out. Seeing the beautiful scenery, she suddenly shouted, "I'm going to ride a horse outside. I think you should be free. Where does she live? Let her follow me? Let's go together."
Not many daughters from the clan came to Tongzhou with the group. There were only two princesses, Pingle and Anran, and several great-granddaughters of the imperial concubine Shou. The two were quiet and did not have a peaceful temperament. Fortunately, Anle, a cheerful person, was willing to please Pingle. The two quickly became "as usual at first sight" and speculated that Pingle should be with Anran. It's not easy to get along with her, but how old is this girl? At this time, she also knows how to do "smooth water favor". It is estimated that she is not neglected because of her and Yu Yu.
However, Anran was very reserved. He heard that he had been nervous about receiving the mission for many days, and he had been full of worries. Coupled with this kind of weather... The beautiful scenery took a look at the hazy dust and powerless day, which replaced Anran's thanks for Pingle's kindness.
The two girls walked out with great interest, and an 18- or nine-year-old maid chased out of the room and told them to accompany her repeatedly: "You have to wait on the princess. Don't stay outside for too long and ask your own soldiers to follow."
Yijing heard Pingle's voice: "It's not that I haven't been to Tongzhou. What are you doing with those burdens? Is there any unsighted scoundrels who dare to offend me? The whip in my hand is not a decoration."
Jing shook her head and heard a voice inside: "Jing'er is coming. Come in quickly." Then he went into the room with a smile and saw a snow fox felt on Princess Kang's knee.
"I'm afraid that the floor is not warm enough, and the quilt on the bed is not thick enough. With several felts, Jinger chose a bed." Princess Kang waved to Yujing and asked her to sit in the chair.
"I'm also ready. Thank you for your concern." Yijing smiled and saw that the princess handed the fox felt to her maidservant and told her, "There is also a big golden felt, which is sent to the third highness and the son." Yjing hurriedly said that she was also prepared for the prince's place, but the princess did not insist and only asked her to send the snow fox felt to the third prince.
Princess Kang invited Ying to talk at this time. Of course, there was something important, but it was still for the marriage.
"Originally, Wei Lang had invited the official media to propose marriage. Yesterday, he received a letter from Jizhou, which was written by the Wei family... It should be written by Wei Hongyu himself and blamed himself, which means that although Wei Lang's parents died early, he still had an uncle above him, and he was slow to neglect the Kang Palace without his elders." Princess Kang was obviously a little helpless: "The clan has asked Wei Lang's uncle and aunt to come to Kyoto."
Yi Jing thought that Yu once said that Wei Yuan's parents died, and his uncle was originally responsible for raising him, but Wei Wangyong, the patriarch, saw that Wei Yuan was young and talented, so he stayed by his side to teach. Over the years, although Wei Yuan was unrestrained and unrestrained, he first refused to marry and divorced again. Wei Wangyong did not reduce his concern for his nephew. This time, Wei Yuan's prodigal heart was convinced, and also continued his usual extraordinary behavior, and even invited the official media to propose marriage.
In terms of etiquette, the marriage of both deceased parents can also be independent. According to common rules, Wei Yuan is a son of the Wang clan, and there are uncles and other elders in the family. He should not bypass the family to do it independently.
Princess Kang is obviously worried that there are still variables in this matter, and the Wei family does not recognize Pingle.
"According to my opinion, the Wei family is a famous family of poetry and books, and it should not go back on its reputation..." Princess Kang sighed: "Wei Lang is not in Kyoto at present. The Wei family should not rush to come to the door. I thought that maybe they will go to the palace of Chu first. If Mrs. Wei asks about Pingle, I hope Jing'er will mediate from it. ."
In this children's examination, Uncle Wei and Wei Yuan took the imperial order and went to other places to supervise the examination and read the papers. Even if the Wei family came to Kyoto, they should not go to King Kang's Mansion without meeting with Wei Yuan. However, as Yu Yu is a disciple of Wei Hongyu and has a friendship between teachers and students with the Wei family. The Wei family wants to ask how Ping Le is. He should come to the King's Mansion of Chu. Men generally don't care about these trivial matters, and Mrs. Wei can only ask about the scenery.
Beautiful scenery naturally answered with promise: "I often hear the son talk about Wei Hongru, and I am not a stereotyped elder who believes people's words. Mr. Wei was taught by him that Wei Hongru should be able to make the master of the marriage. He must have told Mrs. Wei something. I will tell you the truth. The second sister is straightforward and can't rub sand in her eyes, but she doesn't have As rumored, there is no distinction between right and wrong, and there are also the bright black and white strengths of the ancient road. My son and I will do our best.
Princes Kang's pleasant promise, and feel more and more happy. As a mother, she is most afraid that her daughter will be wronged in the future, but she does not want to watch Pingle die alone. It is easy to look forward to Pingle's fate. When she really meets a man who is willing to tolerate her, she naturally hopes to conclude a good relationship smoothly and see her daughter's happiness. Happy
Yijing sat for a while, then said goodbye and went back to his room. Sure enough, he saw Mrs. Zhuo and Mrs. Wei waiting in for tea, which was another politeness.
Although the two families of Wei and Zhuo had some contradictions for the position of the crown princess, the two wives were still as harmonious as usual, and they did not mention the princess, especially Mrs. Wei. Although the private relationship between the Zhuo family and the Qin prime minister's mansion was revealed through the mouth of the eleventh mother, they did not even have the intention of asking questions at this time, and on the surface was calm. Just as she didn't move at all, she was more stable than Mrs. Zhuo.
Yu Yu also said that although he would report the matter of the Zhuo family to the Qin Xiang, he had to find out the truth. Yijing didn't know how he would confirm it. He only heard that Mrs. Zhuo's mother's family and the Qin family had secretly exchanged the children's Geng posts. It seemed that Eleven Niang's words were not empty nonsense.
After socializing for a while, Wei and Zhuo left together again. Then Yijing took his free time and walked to the place where Huang lived.
At the end of the porch, I saw a lady coming out of Huang's room with a grumpy face. As she walked, she turned around and stared at the doorway and gasped gently.
This man is Meijing, who is Mrs. Anpinghou, Mrs. Qin's direct sister, and Qin Concubine and Ziruo's aunt.
It's strange, how can my stepmother, who is good at dancing with eight faces and long sleeves, offends people? Or did you offend "Princes Qin"?
When the scenery enters the room, I vaguely know the answer.
Because she saw that her parent sister was still angry at the corners of her eyes.
Sure enough, Yichen's face was full of frost and complained: "Five sister, don't ask about these gossips. It's just that ignorant people are jealous."
The eldest sister has always been dignified, always abiding by etiquette, and never talks about right and wrong behind others. This time, she thought that Mrs. An Pinghou's words were overrated. Her eyes moved, but she met Huang's eyes, and she was still kind and generous.
"Chen'er quarreled with Mrs. Hou for your own good. It's not a big deal. I felt comforted when I saw your sisters working together." Huang said.
Ying smiled and said nothing, and secretly thought that Princess Shou had to give advice. She also heard that she had a lot of dealings with Qin since the new year, she should finally couldn't help being virtuous and intend to make waves. This time, the people who participated in it were punished with each other. However, Huang has always been her stepmother, many There had to be some scruples, and the scenery did not retaliate.
Presumably, Huang Shi thought that she was hidden and not discovered.
The stepmother is deeply aware of the temperament of the eldest sister. How can she not know that the elder sister will defend her sister when she speaks foul words? The scenery can also guess Mrs. Hou's long tongue just now, and probably said that she is "unharmon and domineering" and so on.
Huang's idea is by no means to use outsiders to instigate their sisters.
Sure enough, I saw Mother Lan kneeling on the ground beside her, as if full of grievances: "The old slave is bold. He knows that he shouldn't talk too much, but it's really uncomfortable to hold it in his heart."
Binjing was still sitting upright, but Huang raised his eyebrows and scolded, "I know that words should not be said, and Mama is still silent. This is in the post hall. If you have anything to say, you should go back and talk about it."
The scenery looked at the curly grass pattern on the skirt and sneered in her heart. Her stepmother had been waiting for this opportunity for a long time. When she went out, there was no grandmother beside her, but it happened that the eldest sister was also a filial person and respected her very much.
What's wrong with choosing at this time and using Mrs. Anpinghou to pave the way?
Without waiting for Yichen's reaction, Mijing has already helped Mother Lan up: "Mother is the lady's wet nurse. In terms of reason, we should also respect you, but you can't kneel down and stand up quickly to talk. Madame and don't blame Mother. It's because she is outside that you shouldn't make a lot of noise. It's better let Mama say it out of her heart. There is still business tomorrow. If there is any disturbance, it will affect the reception mission, and it will hurt Dalong's national prestige.
These sarcastic words finally made Huang's kind and soft eyes dripped, but they also passed by.
Although Meichen kept etiquette and teaching, his mind was still clear. Of course, he also noticed the "badness" in his sister's tone, and felt that today's matter was not as simple as the surface. He swallowed back the words to appease Mother Lan and remained calm for the time being.