Chapter 616 The Queen's Joy
What's the point of etiquette ? Isn't it just the master's words? Going against the emperor over such a small matter, isn't that embarrassing?
You see, this is the difference in thinking between the eunuch and the Minister of Rites...
After finally coming out of the Daming Palace, the emperor took out another letter from his arms. This was a letter that his son had brought back to the empress for personal gain. He delivered it personally, so why shouldn't the empress prepare some meals herself to reward him?
It has to be said that the status of Emperor Longxing was truly precarious. He couldn't afford to offend his father, his wife, and it wouldn't be long before he couldn't afford to offend his son either...
In Fengzao Palace, the queen was a little suspicious when she saw the emperor coming over excitedly. She also knew that the emperor had been worried about state affairs recently, so he rarely came to Fengzao Palace. Why did he come here so happily today?
"Hui'er, guess what I brought you." Emperor Longxing said with joy on his face.
"Whatever your majesty bestows upon me, no matter what it is, is a blessing for me," the empress replied with a smile, then helped the emperor sit down. "What good news is there today, your majesty? Why are you so happy?"
"Look what this is?" Emperor Longxing took out the letter as if he was presenting a treasure.
The Queen took it and looked at it suspiciously. When she saw the handwriting on it clearly, she was stunned for a moment, and then tears rolled down her face uncontrollably. "Xiao He'er, this is a letter from Xiao He'er to me."
Jia Cong was away with his troops, so how could she, as a mother, not be worried? She knew that military reports would be sent to her from time to time, but even as the Empress, she couldn't break the rules. So, no matter what she felt, she had to endure it. It had been months without any news, and she was worried and tormented. Now that she finally received a letter from Jia Cong, how could she not be excited?
She didn't bother to pay attention to the emperor beside her. She wiped away her tears in a hurry and opened the letter to read it.
Fortunately, Yuanchun, who was standing by, offered Emperor Longxing a cup of tea, which prevented him from being too embarrassed.
After an unknown amount of time, the queen finally finished reading the letter and burst into tears again.
The emperor was somewhat worried and puzzled. "What's wrong with the queen? What did that bastard say in the letter to irritate you? Don't worry, when that brat comes back, I'll personally beat him with a stick to vent your anger."
After a while, the Queen wiped away her tears, shook her head, and said, "How could our little He'er have angered me? It's just that he rarely mentioned the hardships of military service in his letters, and instead only spoke kindly of me, and I felt sorry for him. Moreover, from his few words, I can see that it's not easy for little He'er to lead the troops away from home. I just miss him and feel sorry for him."
Emperor Longxing scratched his head in confusion, unable to understand this woman's thinking.
"You don't have to be so, Queen. I received his military report today. He has once again triumphed over the Southern Xinjiang troops. I was just chatting with my father about this. If all goes well, the war in Southern Xinjiang will soon be over."
The Queen was startled for a moment, then asked anxiously, "Will our little He'er be back soon?"
After an awkward smile, Emperor Longxing said, "How can it be that fast? Even if everything goes smoothly, it will probably take one or two months, two or three months. Adding the journey back, we will not be back until around the New Year."
"As long as he returns safely." The queen didn't care. As long as her son returned safely, it didn't matter if he returned earlier or later.
Lying in the emperor's arms, the queen whispered, "Your Majesty, I dare not interfere in state affairs, but when Xiao He'er returns, let's not let him lead the troops to war again, okay?"
"With Xiao He'er leading the troops away, I've been unable to sleep or eat. I'm afraid...if this happens again, I really don't know what to do."
Emperor Longxing nodded hurriedly, "Don't worry, Queen. After this battle, our little He'er's foundation is secure. When he returns, all the military heroes will be greatly favored by him. He has also trained a group of young generals, so there is no need for our son to lead the troops away all the time."
This was exactly what Emperor Longxing really thought. According to him, with the establishment of the capital in southern Xinjiang, Jia Cong's prestige would be unparalleled. After returning to the capital, he would plan to let his son return to the royal family.
When he returns to the imperial family, he'll be his legitimate son! A gentleman shouldn't stand under a dangerous wall. Is Daqian truly without a leader? Is it worthy of a figure as noble as the crown prince to personally lead the troops? All those military heroes must have slashed their throats.
"Little He'er's betrothal ceremony is coming up in a few days, so let's prepare a grand celebration for him."
"After the betrothal ceremony, all that remains is to arrange a date and welcome the bride. This year may be too late. Next year, our son will also be getting married."
Hearing the emperor mention this topic, the queen finally relaxed from her sadness, "Didn't you say that the Ministry of Rites had some opinions?"
"Hehe!" Emperor Longxing smiled complacently. "Don't worry, Queen. Father just agreed to personally consult with Master Guan Jie. With Father's intervention, I don't believe that Master Guan Jie will still disagree. At worst, we can just replace him with a Minister of Rites. How could the ceremony for our legitimate son be any less than perfect?"
The ceremony of offering betrothal gifts is actually the gift of betrothal, also known as the gift of gift, which is the most important part of the three books and six ceremonies.
Moreover, the "gift book" among the three books, which specifies the items and quantity of the gift, must also be given to the woman.
"Moreover, my father said that we should also host a banquet for Prince An and Duke Yansheng in advance in the next two days. After all, they are running around for our son, and we cannot lose our manners." Emperor Longxing said.
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The Queen received Jia Cong's message, and everyone in the Jia family also received Jia Cong's letter. Naturally, they were all delighted and felt slightly relieved.
In Chengdu Prefecture, Miaoyu's residence.
Ever since she passed the letter to Jia Cong, Miaoyu had been waiting anxiously, not knowing whether Jia Cong would reply. Fortunately, she had some understanding of Jia Cong's news, so she was not too worried about his safety.
"Miss, General Li sent someone to deliver the reply letter from Marquis Guanjun."
General Li was the garrison commander stationed in Chengdu Prefecture. Miaoyu had previously asked him to deliver the letter to Jia Cong.
In the room, Miaoyu, who was sitting upright, stood up immediately when she heard the maid's words. She almost snatched the letter away and then couldn't wait to open it and take a look.
Jia Cong's letter didn't say much, just a brief inquiry about her life in Chengdu and a thank you for the news she had sent. But even so, Miaoyu was extremely satisfied. As long as Jia Cong didn't completely ignore her, she would be very happy.
I don't know how many times I read the letter before I carefully put it away.
On the table, the tea aroma was just right. Miaoyu took out two jade bowls and placed them aside, poured two cups of tea, and then drank them all.
"Miaoyu wishes the Marquis a successful start and hopes he will return victorious soon!"
