Chapter 84 A Happy Marriage
The prince has always valued his sister, who was born to the same mother as him. Therefore, after the morning court session ended, he did not delay for too long. He just dealt with a few things and then went straight to the poetry meeting.
Because of what happened a few days ago, the prince is now much more cautious. In addition to Zhongping serving him, he also has four guards.
Of course, there were also two secret guards protecting him secretly.
As soon as the Crown Prince stepped into the courtyard, Rong Wenmiao and the others teased Han Xiyue: "Your Highness the Crown Prince is so busy yet he is still here. I guess you came for Sister Han."
Han Xiyue blushed immediately after hearing what several people said: "Your Highness will have to show up at the poetry reading hosted by the eldest princess, so stop talking nonsense."
As soon as the prince entered the room, he went straight to Concubine Chen Gui and others. When he came up to them, he picked up Lu Xingwan.
"Greetings to Madam Chen and Madam Lan. I haven't seen Wanwan for a long time."
Lu Xingwan couldn't help but pout.
[It’s true that I haven’t seen my prince brother for a long time. No, it’s that my prince brother hasn’t hugged Wanwan for a long time.]
The eldest princess beside him also stood up and walked to the side of the prince, saying coquettishly: "I haven't seen my brother for a long time."
"Okay," the prince couldn't help but smile lovingly when he heard the princess say this, and touched the princess's head, "I haven't seen Xing Ruo for a long time."
Seeing how harmonious the brothers and sisters were, everyone laughed out loud, and the scene was filled with joy.
Concubine Chen seemed to suddenly take into account Concubine Lan's emotions and thought that she must be worried about the safety of the Second Prince. As expected, she turned her head to look at Concubine Lan, and saw that her smile suddenly became forced. She patted Concubine Lan's hand and said, "Don't worry, sister. Jinyu is blessed by God, and Prince Pei is there to protect him. It's okay. Children have to grow up and they will be allowed to go out and explore."
Although Concubine Lan tried hard to persuade herself, as a mother, how could she not worry about the safety of her child, and she was always thinking about the Second Prince.
Seeing that Concubine Lan still couldn't get over her worries, Concubine Chen Gui called a few other people over as well, in order to divert Concubine Lan's attention.
Now in front of the noble, they naturally abided by the rules, men and women sat at separate tables, and the scene became quiet for a while.
Concubine Chen then asked, "How old is Master Han now?"
"To answer your Majesty's question, I am nineteen years old."
"Oh~ You're not that young, but are you married?"
Before Han Xishi could answer, Lu Xingwan at the side couldn't help but speak.
[Mother, look at you, you look so confident, yet you're still asking me questions! You know my age, but you're still pretending.]
However, Concubine Chen secretly complained in her heart: What do you know, you little girl? I am planning something. If I ask directly, wouldn’t it seem like I am trying to arrange a marriage for them?
When Han Xishi heard Concubine Chen Guifei ask this, her eyes involuntarily drifted towards Shen Baoyan, but she answered honestly, "To answer your Majesty, not yet."
Concubine Chen Gui accurately caught Han Xishi's gaze, so she turned her head and smiled brightly at Concubine Lan.
Seeing her like this, Concubine Lan was helpless and could only speak up: "You are now at the age to get married, but do you have a girl you like? Today, the noble concubine is here, why not let her arrange a marriage for you, that would be great."
When Concubine Chen Gui heard Concubine Lan's words, she was even happier and whispered in Concubine Lan's ear, "Sister Lan still understands me."
While Han Xishi was hesitating, Concubine Chen Guifei spoke again happily: "I vaguely remember seeing someone's daughter who was of marriageable age a few days ago."
He looked at Lan Fei helplessly: "After all, I am old, and my brain is not working well."
Concubine Lan also smiled helplessly.
Rong Wenmiao, who was standing by, heard Concubine Chen Gui say this and quickly took over the conversation: "Your Majesty, you are joking. I see that your Majesty is young and beautiful now, and there is no difference between you and a girl in her teens."
[Sister Rong, your words are suspicious of flattery. Your future mother-in-law is Concubine Lan. You should flatter Concubine Lan more.]
[But you are right. My mother is young and beautiful. She is not inferior to you little girls.]
When Concubine Chen Guifei heard this, she raised her eyes slightly and smiled calmly: "You kids are also used to teasing me."
Shen Baoshuang had met Concubine Chen before, and she understood her personality to some extent. When she heard her ask this, she thought of Concubine Chen's suggestion that she would give her sister a coming-of-age gift.
A faint smile appeared on her face: "Your Majesty has a good memory. My sister will be coming of age in five days. Your Majesty once said that she would give my sister a coming-of-age gift."
Concubine Chen Guifei then pretended to be enlightened: "Yes, yes, it is the eldest daughter of the Shen family. I told you about this when I was in Mingjing Temple. It's so soon that she will be 15 years old."
Shen Baoyan hurried forward to thank her: "Thank you for your concern, Your Majesty. I hope your Majesty will forgive me for my rudeness."
"You little girl," Concubine Chen waved her hand gently, "Why are you talking about forgiveness or not? I promised you that, but I am grateful to your sister for reminding me."
Without waiting for Shen Baoyan to speak again, Concubine Chen continued to ask, "Now that you have reached the age of marriage, have you been betrothed to someone?"
These words made Shen Baoyan blush immediately.
Han Xishi, who was standing by, saw that Concubine Chen mentioned Shen Baoyan, and her eyes lit up. She looked at Concubine Chen with joy in her eyes.
Seeing this, Concubine Chen stopped keeping the secret and just pretended to talk to Concubine Lan: "Han Xishi is the eldest son of the General of the Cavalry, and Shen Baoyan is the eldest daughter of the Minister of Personnel. I think they are a good match."
But his eyes glanced at Han Xishi and Shen Baoyan, and saw that both of them had blushing faces, but were full of anticipation.
Before Concubine Lan could speak, the eldest princess at the side could not help but say: "Since Empress Chen thinks they are suitable, why not take this opportunity to arrange a marriage for them?"
"Are you two willing?" Concubine Chen Gui naturally wanted to ask clearly.
Han Xishi took a step forward, knelt down and bowed deeply: "Thank you, Your Majesty."
Shen Baoyan, who was standing by, also blushed. She just nodded and said softly, "I am willing."
"In this case, I have made a good match." Seeing them like this, Concubine Chen was even happier. "Then I will return to the palace to ask for your Majesty's will."
As soon as Concubine Chen Guifei said this, the place became lively again, and other young men and women came forward to congratulate the two.
[Mother has been thinking about this for a long time, and now she has finally got what she wanted. ]
Seeing Concubine Chen Gui's satisfied look, Lu Xingwan felt happy in her heart. It turned out that her mother was more suitable to live in the market. The deep garden of the imperial palace had trapped her happiness.
[Look at the young master Han and the young lady Shen, they are also very happy. It turns out that facilitating a good relationship is such a happy thing. ]