Duan's face showed remorse. She nodded repeatedly and said, "I was a little too proud of my daughter becoming the Thousand Years Queen. I will definitely restrain myself and change in the future."
Zhang Yuer nodded slightly, feeling that it was not a good idea to blame her too harshly, so she pulled her mother to sit beside her and chatted casually.
"Wan'er, be careful not to touch the magic mirror." Duan looked up and saw Wan'er standing in front of the table, making strange faces at the magic mirror that could clearly see a person's details. She couldn't help but scold her again.
Zhang Wan'er stuck out her tongue lightly and ran to the side obediently.
Zhang Yuer smiled. She really liked this little sister, but there was something else on her mind. She also wanted to be with Lady Bai, but she didn't know why the Emperor wouldn't allow it.
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Kunning Palace.
Queen Zhang Yan was looking in the mirror and putting on her makeup, preparing for the emperor's arrival in the evening.
In the mirror, the pink and white face, the big eyes with bright and charming eyes, and the delicate skin that is as delicate as a baby's are all so bright and clear.
After conferring the title of Empress Zhang Yu'er, the Emperor's visits to Kunning Palace increased significantly. This delighted Zhang Yan, who felt she was increasingly able to understand the Emperor's thoughts.
It is really rare in history to find an emperor who is affectionate, loyal, knows how to cherish, and even knows how to compensate.
Zhang Yan had read many books, especially the "Instructions for Women" which was what feudal society required of women. She was very familiar with it.
Therefore, she never went to the Qing Palace to avoid being suspected of "women interfering in politics"; she was a little jealous of Zhang Yuer's canonization when she was pregnant, but she was not too angry.
As for the emperor, it was normal to have three palaces and six courtyards, and it was not uncommon for him to have guests with palace maids. There were also many palace maids who rose from humble beginnings to noble positions, such as Wanli's mother, Empress Dowager Li, who was an example.
But Zhang Yan was humble, generous and virtuous, and did not dare to bear the bad reputation of being jealous. The emperor obviously felt that he had treated her unfairly, so he came more frequently.
After finishing her makeup, the personal maid Fei'er came forward to help Zhang Yan to her feet, and said with a smile, "The Queen is more beautiful than Xi Shi and Diao Chan. No wonder the Emperor comes so often!"
Zhang Yan was pleased, but she didn't show any arrogance. She smiled calmly and said, "Don't be so frivolous. Why don't you go and see how the soup is doing?"
Fei'er agreed readily and turned to go outside.
This is the maid that Zhang Yan brought into the palace from her mansion. She is considered a very close person. She lost her mother at a young age and has no sisters. It is impossible for her to be treated like Zhang Yu'er.
Walking to the window, Zhang Yan looked outside, looking forward to her husband coming, but also feeling a little nervous.
Zhang Guoji heard from his father that someone wanted to partner with him in business. It was a legitimate venture, something like publishing a book. It would bring both fame and profit, and he was quite tempted.
Although her father's words sounded good, Zhang Yan was still cautious. Her identity was different from the past. As the mother of a country, if she was not careful, she would be stigmatized.
"Your Majesty is here!" The palace maid's shrill voice interrupted Zhang Yan's thoughts, and she hurried out of the hall to greet him.
Zhu Youxiao stepped forward and pulled the queen up, smiling as they entered the palace hand in hand, looking in a good mood. When they reached the palace door, Zhu Youxiao stopped, sniffed, and asked, "It smells so good, what delicious food did you cook?"
Zhang Yan quickly replied, "This is a nourishing soup I cooked and prepared to send to Concubine Yu to nourish her body."
"Baozhu is thoughtful." Zhu Youxiao gently patted the queen's hand and walked into the hall.
Zhang Yan hurriedly ordered the palace servants to set the meal, and then personally stepped forward to serve tea.
Zhu Youxiao took the tea bowl, took two sips, and smelled the subtle fragrance. He couldn't help but look up at Zhang Yan and nodded in praise, "The queen is getting more beautiful, and her makeup is beautiful too."
Zhang Yan was only sixteen this year, still growing up. She was very different from half a year ago, more mature. Furthermore, she was still in her youth, so even without dressing up, she had an alluring charm.
Hearing the emperor's praise, the queen couldn't help but blush, feeling a little shy. She interrupted and said, "Your Majesty, you seem very happy today, but what good news do you have?"
Zhu Youxiao nodded slightly and said, "It's about the affairs of the court. There is indeed some good news."
Zhang Yan immediately stopped asking questions and said after a moment's hesitation, "Your Majesty, I have something to report."
Zhu Youxiao was stunned for a moment, then smiled and said, "The Queen can speak if she has something to say. There is no need to be so formal."
Zhang Yan reported everything her father had said truthfully. The young emperor, who had just looked relaxed, became solemn and serious as he listened.
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