The Protagonist’s Halo

Chapter 182 Ancient orphan

After leaving the palace and returning to the Hanzhi Courtyard of the Zheng Mansion, the maid Qingluo immediately said in Xiao Han’s ear, “Miss, you must guard against the Rong’an County Lord.”

Xiao Han chuckled lightly, propped his lower jaw with his right hand, “Why, do you see anything?”

Qingluo pursed her mouth, her small face wrinkled and a little nervous, “When in the palace, the Rong’an county lord will please the noble concubine and empress, without even looking at the lady, he also stopped the young lady from getting close to the noble concubine. I clearly want to compete with the young lady for the seat of the fifth prince and concubine.”

Fortunately, the imperial concubine was kind and kind to her young lady, and she remained the same.

In Qingluo’s view, Miss Shouxiao has suffered a lot for three years, but she finally came to such a stumbling block. A lady who was not out of the pavilion at the age of her husband went to the concubine Shugui. It was the heart of Sima Zhao, and everyone passed by. know.

She also knew that the position of the fifth prince concubine was sweet and delicious, so she had to remind her lady to guard it, and don’t be taken away.

This maid was loyal and not too stupid, but Xiao Han had to remind her of some things first.

Xiao Han smiled slightly, and said faintly, “I am inferior to my cousin in terms of appearance, and I am inferior to the county lord of Rong’an in terms of family history. It is not surprising that I am not a concubine of the fifth prince.”

Qingluo was anxious when he heard the words, “Bah, baah, you can’t say such unlucky things, miss, this is a marriage gift from your majesty, who can change it.”

“The master and the eldest son will definitely bless you under Jiuquan. Everything goes smoothly, away from the villain.” She clasped her hands together and muttered, as if she was afraid of being anxious and blowing away the blessing of the young lady.

Xiao Han’s words are straightforward, and Qingluo can understand them. People in the world pay attention to the right people, and it is inevitable that some people think that the poor love the rich.

Qing Luo grew up next to her young lady. Yi Xia was originally a weak and disciplined temperament. The maid could not be arrogant and ignorant. Especially in the past three years, Yi’s family declined and Yi Xia was an orphan in Zheng’s house as a general. Under the fence, Shouxiao stays behind closed doors. Those people who take the tea to cool the world, Qing Luo has not tasted it, but because of this gift of marriage, plus some confidence in the imperial concubine and the fifth prince.

It would be great if the elder and the young lady’s elder brothers were still there, and even if there was one, she would not let the young lady be bullied.

Why is the life and fate of her lady so bitter? Qing Luo couldn’t help but narrowed her mouth.

Looking at the poor maid, Xiao Han comforted her, “Don’t think too much, I have my own opinion on your lady.”

After Emperor Liang An approved the memorial for one day, he listened to people around him in the evening talking about Concubine Shu’s summoning Miss Yi into the palace today.

After thinking about it for a while, I remembered the orphan of the old general Yi. In the first battle at the border, the boys of the Yi family died on the battlefield, leaving only a little girl, whether it was to remember the achievements of the Yi family for years of loyalty to the country, or to appease The military spirit of the old army showed the people of the world that the imperial court benevolent and caring for the orphans, so he issued such an imperial decree of marriage, as if he was observing filial piety at his uncle’s house.

Emperor Liang An couldn’t manage the major affairs of the country all day long, and there was a little girl in his mind from time to time. It is a bit awkward to think about it now. After all, she is also the future fifth imperial concubine, or the concubine Shu who behaves appropriately and does not forget to care for the orphans of loyal officials.

“I love my concubine.” Emperor Liang An, who arrived at the Chonghua Palace that night, was very satisfied with Concubine Shu’s move.

“The child’s concubine looks like she likes it, but she’s a little worried about her body.” Concubine Shu Gui smiled, with a hint of sadness between her eyebrows, “The concubine plans to let the imperial doctor show her some time later, so that she can take care of her body. .”

Knowing that Concubine Shu gave the mutton tallow white jade bracelet to the Yi family girl, Emperor Liang was not at all annoyed, but also felt that she was virtuous and generous. In fact, I still feel sorry for Concubine Shu. There is no one in the Yi family. Not to mention the help, the Yi family girl who heard the imperial concubine said that she was still sick, it was really wronged by the fifth. Concubine Shu did not complain at all, but was so considerate and caring about the physical condition of the girl from the Yi family. It is rare for Emperor Liang An to feel some guilt.

But the imperial decree of giving marriage has been laid down, and there is no reason to take it back and slap her face. In the future, I will promise Lao Wu’s two concubines from good family backgrounds, Emperor Liang An thought to himself.

The smile on Concubine Shu’s face was more peaceful and supple, but it didn’t last long. Emperor Liang An only ate dinner at the Chonghua Palace, but didn’t stay here, and walked away with Concubine Shu gently for a while.

“Mother, your Majesty went to Xu Meiren’s tonight.” The palace servant underneath replied.

Concubine Shu, who was dressing in the mirror, looked at her look no longer in the past, and sighed softly, no matter how carefully maintained, she is a woman in her forties after all, not comparable to those young and tender newcomers who are 17 or 18 years old. Concubine.

But no one can get her seat more. What’s more important is that she has a son and has grown up to make a difference in the previous dynasty. Even if it is not a protagonist, the princes are mediocre and outstanding. Concubine Shu does not believe it. Your majesty and courtiers will not know how to choose.

What she wants to do is the future queen mother, and her son will also become the future emperor of Liang.

Thinking of this, Concubine Shu feels hot in her heart. For this reason, she has cleared up obstacles and increased the bargaining chip for her son, such as the county lord of Nanning Hou’s daughter Rong’an.

The palace man who removed the hairpin for the concubine Shu carefully said, “Why is the empress be like this today? The maidservant looked at the county lord of Rong’an when she was not happy when she left. What if the lord of Rong’an county and Nanning Houfu gave her a grievance to the empress? ?”

The people in the palace immediately shivered and knelt on the ground. The county lord of Rong’an often came to Chonghua Palace to visit the imperial concubine empress. Nanning Hou Mansion was interested in the position of the fifth prince and concubine. Naturally, the relationship was established, such as looking for the empress and the people around her. Inquiry about the preferences and taboos, and the shots are expensive. After a long time, many people are willing to say good things to Feng Luo, the lord of Rong’an County. In addition, Feng Luo has a strong family background, and the possibility of becoming a concubine of the fifth prince is much higher than that of others. This palace People also turned towards Feng Luo and Nanning Hou’s Mansion, but betrayed the Concubine Shu, but she never dared to think of it. Recalling the cruel methods of the imperial concubine and empress, the palace man took a cold on her back and hated herself for being so cautious.

“Go ahead and be punished.” Concubine Shu said flatly.

After the palace man was taken down, Concubine Shu’s face was slightly cold, “This is before my son’s concubine, so I stretched out my hand to Chonghua Palace.”

The grandmother beside him advised, “After all, Nanning Hou Mansion is honorable for generations, with deep roots, and even the palace has a lot of access and contacts.”

It’s just that it’s too expensive, which makes the imperial concubine and empress jealous.

“Feng Luo’s family background is enough, just high spirits.” There was a sneer at the corner of Concubine Shu’s mouth, and she didn’t press it now. After entering the door, she might step on her as a mother-in-law. Concubine Shu wanted Nanning Houfu to help her son succeed, but she didn’t want to see Feng Luoyi’s rude and arrogant family.

Most mothers-in-law hope that their daughter-in-law is respectful and gentle, and can hold it in the palm of her hand, and Princess Shu is no exception. In particular, she has experienced family failures, and after being elected to the palace, she has also been bullied by high-ranking concubines. She has seen a lot of noble ladies like Feng Luo who are born smoothly and proudly.

It’s a pity that she is now the lord of the harem, but Adou, whom her relatives have nothing to support, had no one to help him in the previous dynasty, so she had to plan a lot on the marriage of her son.

Concubine Shu Gui smiled, “It’s okay to give her and Nanning Hou Mansion a little sense of crisis, lest they think they are confident.”

As for how to plan this seat, that is the matter of Nanning Houfu.

Concubine Shu recalled the Yi family girl she met today. The weak Liu Fufeng saw that she was not very healthy, but she did not speak well. She was squeezed out by Feng Luo and she didn’t say a word. She was also a cowardly person, no matter how many impressions she had. It doesn’t seem to be anymore, Concubine Shu doesn’t care much, she is just an orphan in her palm, and she can also show her virtuous and loving demeanor in front of everyone.

Feng Luo endured his stomach and returned to Nanning Hou Mansion, and told her parents about the affairs of Chonghua Palace today, especially Concubine Shu, who took care of her leisure time, her eyes were brighter, and she even gave her precious jade bracelets. So what is the work she has spent with the imperial concubine for most of the past six months.

Nanning Hou and his wife frowned upon hearing this.

The Yi family is full of loyalty. Everyone knows that it is true to die in the battle for the country, but how many remains can fall on an orphan who can’t stand up and attack the lords. Can a good reputation for caring for orphans compare to Nanning. The Hou Mansion also has real forces like the clan behind her.

This is also the confidence that Nanning Hou believes that her daughter can be crowned as the queen of the future. She knows that Concubine Shu’s family has nothing to do, and she can’t speak in the previous dynasty. In the future, the five princes will not need their help on the road to succession.

It is really irritating to behave like this now.

Although angry, Madam Hou suppressed the dissatisfaction in her heart and asked her daughter carefully, “Then how do you see the Yi family girl today?”

Feng Luo snorted lightly, “Not very good, it looks like a wood, her face is pale and her body is not good. When she enters the palace and sees the imperial concubine, she also doesn’t dress up properly. She is very shabby, and I don’t know how the imperial concubine can do it. like her.”

The head of the family, Nanning Hou, finally spoke, “Concubine Xu Shishu has some scruples because of her majesty’s marriage.”

This was originally a private matter of the youngest daughter and was in the management of the wife of the house, but who made Nanning Hou Mansion aim at the position of the five princes and concubines, the position of the future queen, this kind of thing related to the prosperous future of the family, Nanning Hou also needs to pay attention to it from time to time. , At this time also speculating about the intentions of Concubine Shu.

Feng Luo felt tight when she heard this. She didn’t care about this at first, but the noble concubine’s attitude today made her a little bit shaken. How could it be possible to cancel the marriage by decree of your majesty.

“If this is, if…I’m not ashamed of my face.” Feng Luo twisted her handkerchief, thinking of the possible result, she was almost ashamed to cry.

Nanning Hou immediately said angrily, “This is absolutely impossible, Nanning Houfu can’t afford to lose this face.”

In the past six months, his family has allowed their delicate daughters to accompany Concubine Shu. The intentions can be guessed by anyone with a discerning intention. There are also many people who tease or sneer at him. He is cheeky and improper, and only treats his daughters to the outside world. Very close to Concubine Shu.

Now that Concubine Shu’s move has caused Nanning Houfu to lose the initiative, it seems a bit tricky.

Madam Hou comforted her daughter, a trace of cruelty flashed in her eyes, “That seat can only belong to you, and no one can block my daughter’s way.”

Nanning Hou did not speak, but he also tacitly agreed.

It does not require their efforts.