Sheng Yunrong and Pei Jinxiao came to the guest room together. Sheng Yunrong couldn't help but ask, "Prince Pei, why did you remind my father?"
Pei Jinxiao smiled gently and said, "Miss Sheng, I am not meddling in other people's business. This is for the future of the Sheng family and for our common interests."
Pei Jinxiao sat on the armchair, his expression indifferent, but there was a subtle expectation hidden in his expression. Sheng Yunrong bit her lower lip lightly, trying to break the slightly awkward atmosphere.
"Prince Pei, I wonder why you are here at the Sheng Mansion today?" Sheng Yunrong spoke first, her voice soft but polite.
Pei Jinxiao smiled slightly, raised his head, and looked at Sheng Yunrong with his deep eyes. He said in a relaxed tone, "Miss Sheng, I am here to congratulate the Sheng family on the birth of their son. Secondly, there are some things I want to discuss with you."
Sheng Yunrong frowned slightly, and a trace of doubt arose in her heart. She knew that Pei Jinxiao must have come to Sheng Mansion for something important, otherwise he would not easily set foot in this deep mansion.
"Please speak, Prince Pei. Sheng Yunrong is all ears." She spoke in a humble tone, but her eyes were fixed on Pei Jinxiao.
Pei Jinxiao pondered for a moment before slowly speaking: "Miss Sheng, the situation in Western Wei has been turbulent recently. The northern border has been invaded repeatedly, and the people are suffering. This king would like to ask Miss Sheng for help and work together for the country."
Sheng Yunrong's face changed. She didn't expect Pei Jinxiao to mention national affairs at this time. After a little thought, she understood Pei Jinxiao's intention. She nodded slightly, indicating her willingness to help.
"Don't worry, Prince Pei. Although Sheng Yunrong is just a woman, the country is in trouble, how can the Sheng family stay out of it? Please ask Prince Pei for instructions, Sheng Yunrong will definitely do her best."
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When the officers and soldiers saw Sheng Yunrong, they hurried forward and said, "The Queen and His Majesty invite you."
As soon as the words fell, Sheng Yunrong smiled slightly, with a hint of pride in her eyes, nodded slightly, and followed the officers and soldiers through the corridors of the palace and entered the magnificent palace. Inside the palace, the queen sat on the dragon throne, and the emperor stood aside, both of them with smiles on their faces, waiting for Sheng Yunrong's arrival.
Sheng Yunrong walked into the palace, bowed first, then raised her head and looked at the queen and the emperor with clear eyes. Seeing her elegant manner, the queen couldn't help but praise her:
"Yunrong, you are becoming more and more beautiful. You are the only one in this palace who can stand shoulder to shoulder with me."
Sheng Yunrong smiled slightly and said, "Your Majesty, you are too kind. How dare Yunrong stand shoulder to shoulder with Your Majesty? I hope I can help Your Majesty to solve her problems. It will be my great honor."
The emperor was delighted to see Sheng Yunrong being so humble and polite, and asked, "Yunrong, do you know why I asked you to come here?"
Sheng Yunrong shook her head slightly, a hint of curiosity flashing in her eyes.
The queen smiled and said, "Today, the palace is holding a banquet to celebrate the victory of the Western Wei over its neighboring kingdom. I specially invite you to join us in the celebration."
Sheng Yunrong understood immediately. She knew that this banquet was of great importance and that the emperor and the empress must have some deep meaning. She smiled slightly and said, "Yunrong obeys your order."
The emperor ordered people to serve wine and food, and the three of them sat down. The emperor raised his glass and said, "For this great victory, I want to thank the Sheng family for training you. Sheng Yunrong, do you know what I expect of you?"
Sheng Yunrong's heart tightened, knowing that the emperor's words were meaningful. She said slowly, "I am ignorant, but I hope I can be loyal to the country and share your worries."
The queen smiled and said, "Yunrong, you are a smart child. The Western Wei has been in chaos and war in recent years, and the people are exhausted. I hope you can assist me in the palace and restore peace to the Western Wei."
Sheng Yunrong was shocked when she heard this. This was the emperor and the empress's trust in her. She pondered for a moment and said, "I am willing to do my part for the country and the people."
The emperor and the empress smiled at each other, feeling satisfied. At this moment, Sheng Yunrong suddenly noticed that the emperor looked a little tired, so she asked with concern, "Your Majesty, you seem a little tired these days, do you need to rest?"
The emperor shook his head slightly and said, "I'm fine. It's just that the war has been tense recently and I'm a little worried."
Sheng Yunrong said: "Your Majesty, rest assured. The Western Wei army is strong and will surely defeat the enemy. Your Majesty only needs to rest and take care of your health. The people and state affairs will be taken care of by the queen and the ministers."
The queen smiled and said, "Yunrong, you are becoming more and more eloquent. I believe that with you by my side, I can go to war without any worries."
Sheng Yunrong was slightly startled, a trace of doubt flashed in her eyes, but she soon regained her composure. She nodded gently, followed the soldiers' steps, and slowly walked into the depths of the palace. Along the way, the guards and maids in the palace saluted her one after another, with awe and curiosity in their eyes.
Sheng Yunrong walked into the palace hall and saw the queen sitting on the dragon throne, while the emperor stood aside and talked to the queen in a low voice. When the queen saw Sheng Yunrong coming in, she immediately stopped talking and waved with a smile: "Yunrong, you are here."
Sheng Yunrong walked up to the queen and bowed slightly: "Your Highness, I greet you."
The queen gently patted Sheng Yunrong's hand, her eyes full of love: "Yunrong, since your father passed away, have you been living alone at home?"
Sheng Yunrong smiled slightly and replied, "Everything is fine at home, your majesty, don't worry."
The emperor also came over at this time, staring at Sheng Yunrong with a sharp gaze, and said in a serious tone: "Sheng Yunrong, do you admit your guilt?"
Sheng Yunrong was stunned. She didn't understand why the emperor suddenly asked her this question, but she still answered calmly: "I don't know what crime I have committed. Your Majesty, please tell me clearly."
Seeing this, the Queen hurriedly explained to Sheng Yunrong: "Emperor, Yunrong is still young and she doesn't understand the rules of the palace. Please don't blame her."
The emperor's expression eased a little after hearing this, but he was still a little unhappy: "Sheng Yunrong, do you know that your behavior has violated the palace rules?"
A trace of doubt flashed across Sheng Yunrong's eyes, but she knew it was not appropriate to ask more questions at this time, so she replied: "Your servant is willing to accept the punishment."
Seeing that the emperor's face had improved, the queen took the opportunity to say, "Emperor, since Yunrong has admitted her fault, let her atone for her sins in the palace. This way, she will be able to better understand the rules of the palace."
The emperor pondered for a moment and nodded in agreement: "Okay, then let Sheng Yunrong serve as a maid in the palace for a period of time to atone for her previous sins."
One day, the Queen summoned Sheng Yunrong and asked, "Yunrong, are you used to being in the palace?"
Sheng Yunrong smiled slightly: "Everything is fine in the palace, your majesty, don't worry."
The queen nodded and continued, "Yunrong, do you know that the Western Wei will hold a grand celebration in the near future to celebrate the emperor's birthday?"
Sheng Yunrong was stunned. She knew that this celebration must be very important, so she quickly replied, "I know a thing or two."
The queen smiled and said, "The emperor intends to make you the person in charge of the celebration. What do you think?"
Sheng Yunrong was shocked. She knew this was a rare opportunity, but she also knew the responsibility she had to shoulder. She hesitated for a moment and replied, "I am willing to take on this important task, but I am afraid that I am not capable enough and will fail the expectations of the Empress and the Emperor."
The Queen patted Sheng Yunrong's hand and comforted her: "Yunrong, don't worry, I believe in your ability. As long as you work hard, you will definitely do well."