Chapter 379 Reception

Lu Mingke's words hit Shen Qingrong's heart, making her angry and humiliated.

But she couldn't lose her temper at the moment, so she could only hold it in.

Shen Qingrong gritted her teeth secretly, and said with a pale face and embarrassment: "Even if there are two young ladies, it is the first priority to enter the mansion. His Royal Highness Prince Jing and Princess Jing have already met me. If they can't meet me in the future, what will they think of the Lu family?"

"If it spreads back to Shangjing..."

"That's enough." Lu He frowned and interrupted, his face sullen, "You can accompany me, but if you dare to cause trouble, don't blame me for being merciless."

Lu He was very unhappy that she dared to threaten him.

He had just been conferred the title of Marquis. If it was reported that the Lu family treated their daughter-in-law harshly, forcibly placed her under house arrest, and humiliated the Jing'an Marquis' Mansion, it would greatly damage the reputation of the Lu family.

Shen Qingrong knew that the Lu family had a great reputation and would not dare to do anything to her at this juncture.

Having achieved her goal, Shen Qingrong stopped talking and said no more.

Lu He did not want to continue to dwell on this matter, and said to Mrs. Lu: "Don't make mistakes in the evening banquet. Everyone who should be invited should be greeted in advance.

Be polite and don't be rude to the prince and princess." Although Pingyang County is rich, it is far away from the capital, and has never seen real dignitaries. It was the first time to entertain the prince and princess, and she was afraid that there would be something wrong, lose face, and be blamed.

"I don't need to, I will arrange it now." Mrs. Lu responded and asked Su Rou to help.

Shen Qingrong's eyes flashed, and she followed and said, "Mother, I know the rules of Shangjing."

Madam Lu was delighted to hear that, and then she remembered that Shen Qingrong was a noble lady from Shangjing.

No matter what, they are still a family after all, and it is important to work together to treat guests well.

Moreover, Shen Qingrong and Jiang Shu used to be sisters-in-law, and she knows Jiang Shu's temperament and preferences very well.

Madam Lu asked Shen Qingrong as she walked.

Shen Qingrong held Madam Lu's hand and answered one by one with a smile.

Su Rou, who was squeezed to the back, looked at the complacent Shen Qingrong, pursed her lips and listened silently. If

she learned it, Shen Qingrong would have no value.

Looking at the backs of the three people walking away, Lu He said to Lu Mingke, "Follow me."

The father and son went to the study and closed the door to talk.

"Father, the emperor is forcing us to help." Lu Mingke saw through it.

Lu He sighed, "If it's just the Lu family who is asked to help, it's fine, but the court clearly wants all grain merchants to contribute." Although

he is a county governor and has a certain influence in He'an City, it is not easy to call on all the grain merchants in the city to help.

After all, officials have their own ways, and merchants have their own ways. The grain merchants are unwilling, and they cannot be forced by force. And the Lu family must repay the favor owed by the emperor.

The court exchanged a marquisate for real benefits.

Otherwise, without outstanding military achievements, the Lu family would not have the chance to be a marquis.

Lu Mingke also knew that this matter was extremely difficult to handle. This marquisate was like a piece of red-hot iron plate. No matter how you take it, you will have to peel off a layer of skin.

The father and son discussed for a while, and Lu He said: "Forget it, let's talk about this later. It's not reasonable for us to speak first. Let's prepare today's welcoming banquet first."

Lu Mingke agreed and turned to make arrangements.

Guest house.

Yu Zheng and Jiang Shu rushed for many days and were dirty and tired. They had to meet guests in the evening. They couldn't lose the dignity of the royal family, so they asked the maid to prepare hot water, and after taking a bath, they sat on the soft couch to fumigate their hair.

There was no one else in the room, and Leng Xing was guarding the door.

Jiang Shu rested her head on Yu Zheng's lap and asked, "When are you going to discuss the matter of raising food with Lord Lu?"

Yu Zheng pondered and said, "The father and son of the Lu family have seen through our intentions. Let's give them some time to calm down and prepare, and we'll talk about it tomorrow."

Although the matter of raising food is urgent, we have to be careful about the method. The Lu family has just received the imperial edict, and they have to be allowed to recover first.

The warm sunlight shines into the house through the flower windows, which is very comfortable. Jiang Shu can't help but sigh, "Pingyang is such a good place. Winter is as warm as spring."

"Do you like it here?" Yu Zheng saw that she was squinting in the sun, like a lazy cat, and reached out to stroke her half-dry hair.

Jiang Shu said lazily, "I just think the climate is pleasant. I heard that Pingyang is close to the sea. I wonder what the sea looks like?"

The description of the sea in the book is different from that of rivers, lakes and ponds. Every word and sentence tells the specialness of the sea. Jiang Shu is very curious.

"It will take a few days to collect food. The Lu family should arrange for us to enjoy the scenery of He'an."

It is called an appreciation, but it is actually an inspection.

Pingyang is the land of Dazhao after all. As a prince, Yu Zheng has come here from thousands of miles away, so he should inspect it.

Lu He also understands this truth. This is also a good opportunity to show his good governance.

"Have you seen the sea, my husband?" Jiang Shu suddenly stared at Yu Zheng and asked.

Yu Zheng nodded: "I saw it when my father personally visited Dazhao."

He had also been to Pingyang at that time, but he did not come to He'an City.

"That's great. You've seen what the mountains and rivers of Dazhao look like." Jiang Shu was full of envy.

Seeing her fascinated face, Yu Zheng said, "When I have free time in the future, I will accompany you to visit the mountains and rivers of Dazhao."

"Okay." Jiang Shu yawned, rubbed her head on Yu Zheng's knees, and found a comfortable position.

This journey was too tiring, and the sunshine at this time was too comfortable. A strong feeling of fatigue came over Jiang Shu, and her eyelids gradually closed.

Yu Zheng touched her hair, and after her thick black hair was all dried, he carried her to the bed and lay down to take a nap with her.

The sunset gradually sank, and the golden light faded.

Jiang Shu and Yu Zheng got up, called the maid to dress up, and prepared to go to the banquet.

It was the first time for the maid to do the makeup for the princess. She was obviously nervous and glanced at Jiang Shu from time to time, fearing that she would be dissatisfied.

Jiang Shu noticed it and said softly: "You have a skillful hand. This bun is as good as my maid's."

"Thank you for the compliment, princess." The maid was flattered.

She was Madam Lu's maid, specially sent by Madam Lu to serve Jiang Shu. She was better than ordinary maids at doing delicate work such as makeup.

In order to ease her nervousness, Jiang Shu spoke to her slowly: "What's your name?"

"My name is Caizhu."

"It's a beautiful name."

"Thank you, Princess, for your praise..."

After a few words, Caizhu couldn't help but relax a little when she saw Jiang Shu's

easy-going tone and tolerant attitude. But Yu Zheng was sitting outside. Thinking of their status, Caizhu didn't dare to relax too much. She was alert and served carefully.

When it got dark, Jiang Shu had packed up. Just then, the servant came to invite them and said that the banquet was ready.

Yu Zheng was a male guest and was invited to the front yard. Jiang Shu was a female guest and was taken to the back yard.

When Jiang Shu arrived, Madam Lu and others had arrived.

Two tables were set up in the banquet hall, and all the officials and their wives of high-ranking officials in the city came to accompany them.

"Meet the Princess." Madam Lu led everyone to pay their respects and invited Jiang Shu to sit down.

After Jiang Shu sat down, Madam Lu and others also took their seats one by one.

According to social status, Madam Lu sat on Jiang Shu's left, and on Jiang Shu's right was a young woman who looked a bit like Madam Lu, and Su Rou sat below her.

Glancing at Jiang Shu's eyes, Madam Lu hurriedly introduced: "This is my eldest daughter, Lu Mingxian, who married the prefect of Pingyang."

Jiang Shu understood.

Lu Mingxian stood up to greet her, and Jiang Shu smiled and nodded. When he turned his gaze back to talk to Madam Lu, his eyes met Shen Qingrong who was beside Madam Lu.

Shen Qingrong's face was respectful, but when she lowered her eyes, she was instantly filled with resentment.