Chapter 24 Jin Ke Banquet
Qin Xixi didn’t know at this time that her family was in a commotion because she was taken away.
She was now being held and played by the eldest princess, and she was very happy!
The eldest princess smelled sweet, and she loved being held by her sweet aunt!
Qin Xixi had a happy expression on her face, but she didn’t know that the eldest princess was laughing at her silly look.
Originally, Qin Xixi sat directly on the eldest princess’ lap, and the dukes and wives were already very surprised. Seeing that the eldest princess liked Qin Xixi so much, they dared not underestimate this child who came from nowhere, and praised her endlessly.
"Where did this little babe come from? How come she is so cute?"
"She is obviously a blessed child, she is so sweet, well-behaved and cute."
"This child is so happy when she smiles, she doesn't cry or make a fuss, it seems like she can understand what we are saying."
Originally, everyone was just praising Qin Xixi to follow the eldest princess's wishes. The more they praised her, the more they felt that Qin Xixi was really likable.
After all, who wouldn't like a soft, cute and quiet child?
When Qin Shu arrived, it was such a happy scene.
After watching for a long time, she found that the protagonist being praised was actually her own daughter.
She was a little amused.
Sure enough, Qin Xixi was spoiled wherever she went!
The eldest princess was also happy to see Qin Shu coming to the banquet this time.
Although the two had not seen each other for a long time, their friendship was there for many years.
The princess also knew Qin Shu's concerns, so she naturally hoped that she could let go of her grudges and ignore the gossips, so she let him sit next to her.
"Xiao Shu is here too! Just sit in the empty seat on my left."
Qin Shu smiled and bowed, "Thank you, princess, for the seat."
[Mother is here! ]
Qin Xixi was also very happy. She missed her mother after being away for a day.
Everyone talked for a while before they heard the eunuch's voice and stood up to wait.
"The emperor is here!"
Not long after, the emperor took his seat and waved his hand.
Instantly, the dancers who had been prepared for a long time entered.
The first half of the Jinke Banquet was the same as all banquets. Everyone ate the banquet and watched the dance. It was not so serious and was naturally happy.
But Qin Xixi was not so happy, because she couldn't eat!
The eldest princess and her mother were both staring at her, and she couldn't find a chance to eat secretly.
Wu Ye didn't understand, so she looked around bored, hoping to find something fun.
In fact, she was quite interested in the emperor. When he just came in, everyone had to kowtow. How majestic!
At this time, the emperor was also curious about why his sister was holding a child in her arms. He didn't know whose child was so brave that he didn't cry or make a fuss in such a situation.
In fact, very few people bring children to the palace banquet. If the child can't be controlled and cries, and disturbs His Majesty, it is a serious crime.
The two were curious about each other, and their eyes happened to bump into each other.
If she were an ordinary person, she would naturally not dare to look at the Nine Five Dragon Lord.
But Qin Xixi is not an ordinary person, she is just a child.
Although she remembered some plots in the original book, she was not very sensitive to the imperial power most of the time, nor was she too afraid of the Pei family.
Just like now, when she looked at the emperor's beard, she just thought it was very interesting.
Those immortal old men in the previous life were like this, with beards longer than their hair, and they looked very powerful. In fact, she always wanted to grab a handful to see how it felt.
Qin Xixi always did whatever she thought of, and let whoever she wanted to hug her hug her.
[Hug me, Emperor!]
Thinking of this, she stretched out her hand to the emperor, wanting him to hug her.
How to shock the whole room with one action?
Qin Xixi did it.
Even Pei Xuanyi was shocked, and he couldn't help feeling a little scared.
The emperor was usually very strict with him, serious, and didn't seem to like children.
If the emperor is angry, I hope he and the imperial aunt have enough face to protect Qin Xixi.
Fortunately, the emperor did not feel offended, but felt very novel.
"It's rare to have a child who is not afraid of me. Imperial sister, let me hold her and try."
The eldest princess hesitated to speak, and seeing that her brother's expression did not seem fake, she had to hand it over to him.
[Wow, big beard, here I come! ]
Qin Xixi was very excited, but Qin Shu and Pei Xuanyi were scared.
The two saw that Qin Xixi was not only held in the arms of the emperor, but also pulled his beard, and they were all stunned.
Qin Shu knelt down in a hurry.
"My little girl is ignorant and offended Your Majesty. I hope Your Majesty will show mercy!" Only
then did the dukes and wives know that the little girl was the daughter of the Qin family.
Although Qin Xixi was very cute, she was so reckless that everyone present gasped.
Except Zhou Fangze.
Qin Xixi had been in the limelight before, and he was jealous.
Since she had offended His Majesty without knowing the consequences, her good days were coming to an end.
Zhou Fangze was ready to watch the joke with interest, but Qin Qixuan glanced at him coldly.
No one expected that the emperor was not angry about Qin Xixi's behavior, but laughed out loud.
He held Qin Xixi and sat on the main seat, very happy.
At this time, he also knew that Qin Xixi was Qin Shu's daughter.
"Don't be like this. I won't get angry with a child. Qin Shu, you gave birth to a good daughter who is very brave. You adults are not as brave as this child."
Hearing that the emperor had no intention of blaming them, Qin Shu and the others breathed a sigh
of relief. Qin Shu was not only sighing in her heart, but also felt really lucky.
Zhou Fangze's eyes were red at this time.
What does this little bastard rely on? Just because she is a member of the Qin family!
He felt even more unbalanced.
Everyone had different thoughts in their hearts.
But the emperor didn't care and directly announced the official start of the Golden Examination Banquet.
"The top three come forward."
He was holding Qin Xixi at this time, like a kind old man, but everyone knew that it was not the case.
When the three of them came forward, he rubbed Qin Xixi's head while casually talking about the princess's selection of a husband.
"I have praised you once in the palace before. This time, just treat it as a casual chat. Don't be nervous."
"This time, women are allowed to present flowers in order to choose a son-in-law for Princess Zhaoyang."
He didn't say anything else, but everyone understood what he meant.
Qin Qixuan didn't show it on his face, but his heart skipped a beat.
It was just as Xixi said, the emperor was going to choose a husband for the princess.
Zhou Fangze was ecstatic.
He didn't have such a good family background as Qin Qixuan, and it would be difficult for him to make connections in the officialdom in the future.
If he took this opportunity to get close to the royal family...
Qin Qixuan, a mere man, could be compared with him?
Thinking of this, he spoke directly and confidently.
"Your Majesty, I have heard that Princess Zhaoyang is both talented and beautiful, has a heart for the world, and is as elegant as a man. In fact, I have long admired the princess. This time, I never dreamed that I would have such an opportunity to fulfill my wish! Your Majesty, I boldly ask to marry the princess!"