Chapter 283 What does Queen Lu want to do?
Jinzhi, who came from Fengxi Palace, was not in Jiyun Lane for the first time. She followed the servants of Tang Mansion into the lane as if she was familiar with the place. She immediately saw Rong Yue, who was dressed exquisitely and looked radiant, in the crowd.
Yesterday, Prince Cheng was executed, and the "hidden danger" that the Queen had been worried about for a long time was completely eliminated. She slept well for several hours at night, but when she woke up in the morning, she still couldn't hide the fatigue in her eyes. The Queen's appearance when she was young was not inferior to Rong Yue, and the two were of similar age, but one was bright and beautiful after the divorce, while the other, even with makeup, revealed a hint of old age.
In the entire capital, no one knows more about Prince Cheng's affairs than Jinzhi.
She originally thought that even if Rong Yue defeated King Cheng and preserved her glory, years of deception would eventually leave resentment and jealousy, but she never expected that she would look like this when she saw her.
She was not affected at all by Prince Cheng's death, and her smile was more eye-catching than the peonies in the courtyard.
Jinzhi was stunned for a moment.
"Aunt Jinzhi?"
Tang Ning frowned at the person in front of him. Seeing that she was staring at her aunt, he couldn't help but step in front of her aunt.
Princess Leyang also didn't like Queen Lu very much. It was because the Lu family had caused too many troubles recently, and Queen Lu used to rely on the Lu family to be particularly strong in the palace. She had wanted to make friends with her but failed, and was even humiliated by Queen Lu. Now that she knew that Queen Lu had fallen out with the Lu family, she was naturally happy.
Princess Leyang spoke directly: "The Queen sent people here, but you didn't say anything. What on earth are you doing here?"
Jinzhi quickly recovered and bowed to Rong Yue. "In reply to the Princess, the Empress knew that Madam Rongguo had received His Majesty's imperial decree, breaking away from the past, and held a banquet to celebrate today. That's why she specially ordered this servant to bring a gift. May Madam Rongguo's misfortune turn into good fortune, and may everything go smoothly from now on."
Rong Yue didn't expect that Queen Lu would send her a gift. Looking at the things that Jinzhi had people carry up, she lowered her eyes to hide her sarcasm.
Good times will come after bad times? Lu Qingfeng said it so lightly. All the suffering she had endured over the years was due to Lu Qingfeng. Yet she had the nerve to pretend nothing had happened and sent someone over to curry favor with him.
What? Do you think that since Xie Tianyu is dead, their affairs will be buried in the dust and no one will ever know about them?
Rong Yue chuckled softly, her face gentle, "Thank you, Queen. I will come to the palace to thank you again another day."
Seeing that she accepted the gift with a normal expression, Jinzhi breathed a sigh of relief and immediately smiled at Tang Ning: "Your Majesty, it has been a long time since you last saw the County Lady. You missed her very much. When you heard that the County Lady's academy had been completed, Your Majesty personally selected some books, calligraphy and paintings for me to send to the County Lady as a gift."
The palace maids following behind him carried up several boxes. After opening them, they were filled with so many things that many people in the flower hall who were looking over here were surprised.
Princess Leyang also opened her eyes wide. She originally thought that the so-called "gift" from the Queen was just a casual reward, but who knew that there were actually several large boxes.
Tang Ning frowned: "No merit, no reward. I can't accept these."
Jin Zhi said softly, "How can you say it's without merit? The Empress has always treated the County Lady as her own wife and loved her. The County Lady often came to the palace to accompany the Empress. The Empress was not careful enough about what happened to Mr. Lu. She didn't realize how wicked he was and how he nearly harmed the County Lady. The County Lady became estranged from the Empress because of this, and the Empress is very sad."
"The county lady is reluctant to enter the palace. Her Majesty does not blame you, but she still hopes that everything will go smoothly for you. The Empress said that these things are not rewards from the palace, but gifts from her, an elder, to the younger generation. Please do not refuse, otherwise I will not know how to explain it when I return."
Tang Ning frowned slightly, still unhappy. This Queen Lu was really despicable. She actually had such a grudge against her.
When the Lu family got into trouble, she refused to enter the palace. Empress Lu sent her a phoenix hairpin to show her submission. She thought that Empress Lu should have already agreed not to come to her again, but she did not expect that Empress Lu would come to her again and force her in public using her so-called "elder" status.
If it were someone else, Tang Ning would naturally refuse without hesitation, but Empress Lu is still the Empress of the Central Palace. Before her brother's matter is over, Empress Lu is still useful, so she cannot turn against her directly. Moreover, in front of everyone, Empress Lu has already "humbled" and lowered her posture.
If she didn't accept it, she would be slapping the queen in the face in public. Not only would outsiders think too much, but who knows what would happen if the news got out.
But if you accept it, you will have to express your opinion.
"Tang Ning..." Rong Yue was a little worried and wanted to step forward to speak for Tang Ning.
Tang Ning shook her head at her. Since Queen Lu had come to visit her, she would have to confront her sooner or later. She could hide for a while but not forever. Besides, she also wanted to know what Queen Lu was up to.
Tang Ning's eyes flashed with disgust. "Your Majesty, you have misunderstood. The Lu family is the Lu family, and Your Majesty is Your Majesty. I just heard that Your Majesty was not feeling well, so I have not come to the palace to bother you. Since these are Your Majesty's gifts, I will accept them. When I return to the academy and finish my business, I will go to the palace with my aunt to express my gratitude."
Jinzhi smiled when she heard this: "The Queen will surely be very happy to know that the County Lady is willing to enter the palace."
Rong Yue, on the other hand, was not in a good mood. She hated Lu Qingfeng, but she had to suppress her nausea: "Since Aunt Jinzhi is here, why don't we join us?"
"Thank you for your kindness, Madam. However, I have to return to the palace to serve the Empress, so I won't bother you any further."
Jinzhi bowed to Rong Yue and Tang Ning, then led everyone out.
The people in the flower hall couldn't help but look up to Rong Yue when they saw the things displayed in front of the courtyard. It was not enough that Lady Rongguo was favored by His Majesty, but now even Queen Lu looked at her differently. And the Princess of Yiyang was clearly at odds with the Lu family, but Queen Lu could still be so close to her.
Although the Rong family now only has these two aunts and nephews left, they cannot be underestimated at all.
Princess Leyang rolled her eyes, stepped forward and took Tang Ning's hand affectionately: "So the Queen loves you so much. But it's true, you are a child who makes people feel close to you. I treat you like my own daughter..."
"You are so kind, Princess."
Tang Ning frowned slightly and pulled his hand out without leaving a trace.
She appeared to be walking towards the boxes, but in reality, she was avoiding the overly enthusiastic Princess Leyang. "The Queen is probably treating me better because of the Lu family's affairs, but I have no connection with the Lu family and I only have respect for the Queen. It's really overthinking, Queen."
She didn't want to have anything to do with Queen Lu, so she blamed everything Queen Lu did on the Lu family and then looked at Rong Yue.
"Aunt, please have these things put away first. The ladies are still waiting, and it's time to start the feast."
Rong Yue lowered her eyes in disgust: "Nian Xia, put the things away."
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