Chapter 73 The Chrysanthemum Appreciation Conference is very lively
Pu Qiongzhi led everyone on a tour.
She ordered people to arrange the chrysanthemums in a staggered manner and asked Zhitao to explain it to the ladies.
Zhitao was much calmer this time than last time, and he talked about every kind of chrysanthemum in detail.
"Ladies, please look! This chrysanthemum is called Rouge Dotted with Snow. It's pure white, with just a hint of crimson, like rouge fallen on the snow, graceful and shy. It's like seeing your beloved in the snow, and that smile across from you makes your heart tremble!"
"Look at this one, it's called Yaotai Yufeng. The flowers are full, the color is gentle and holy, like a fairy from Yaotai, hence the name. It has a warmth like a loving mother's radiance."
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After introducing many rare varieties of chrysanthemums with witty remarks, she finally summarized the rules of this chrysanthemum appreciation meeting:
"Today, the chrysanthemums here are all sold at an open price. The flowers are rare, so the highest bidder wins!"
"However, the chrysanthemums on the shelf over there are gifts prepared by the Pu family for the ladies who won the selection, so they are not for sale."
Everyone looked back and saw that the chrysanthemums on top were indeed rare and famous varieties.
However, these chrysanthemums are all well cared for and there is not much difference in quality, so people are not too dissatisfied.
The Daliang Dynasty always respected scholars of letters and naturally admired the integrity of chrysanthemums and plum blossoms that stand proudly in the frost and snow.
From literati and poets to ordinary people, everyone likes chrysanthemums.
Some people even like to send chrysanthemums as gifts when socializing.
It can show your elegance without being too tacky, and is a gift that takes both substance and appearance into consideration!
Therefore, whether you buy it home to place on your desk or bedroom for appreciation, or transplant it into your yard for landscaping, or buy it as a gift to others, it is all great!
However, Pu Qiongzhi has never been content with just earning a living.
In addition to the above rules, there is another one: "Although beauty is in the eye of the beholder, it is better to enjoy it with all the people."
"All the chrysanthemums today will be on public display for the next three days. After three days, someone will deliver them to your homes."
"Ah?" After these words were spoken, everyone was more or less worried.
Especially those who love flowers would not want the flowers they bought at a high price to be damaged in this way.
Such concerns are understandable. Although it is a chrysanthemum, the flower still needs careful care.
Who would be willing to place their own flowers here for the people of the capital to admire?
"Everyone, rest assured. We will guarantee the condition of the chrysanthemums. If any flowers wilt or are damaged, we will replace them with a pot of flowers of the same variety and quality!" Pu Qiongzhi stood up to explain to everyone, and said, "If you are willing, the price of the flowers can be reduced by 20%!"
After she said this, everyone's expressions changed and they finally felt sympathy.
However, many of these chrysanthemums are rare varieties and very difficult to grow! The price is indeed shocking.
As soon as the bidding started, Pu Qiongzhi sat in the middle and set the pace.
Soon, six pots of chrysanthemums were sold one after another.
Pu Qiongzhi was so happy when she heard the price.
Fifty-eight thousand taels, the silver for six pots of flowers, is almost all profit!
Looking back, she would have to take a good look at what Lao Tao needs and give him some reward!
This has always been the style of the Pu family. Anyone who has made a contribution must be rewarded!
The flower viewing event was about to begin when the next auction was interrupted.
The first imperial edict has arrived——
"Shu Xiaolu, the daughter of the Minister of Revenue, possesses both talent and virtue... I hereby appoint her as the Crown Prince's consort... By decree!"
Ding Momo knelt beside Pu Qiongzhi and murmured softly, "Shu Shangshu's daughter, tsk, was given to the eldest prince like this, what a pity!"
The eldest prince is the queen's son, and he is also a legitimate son, so it is not a pity at all.
Pu Qiongzhi glanced sideways at Ding Momo, who looked disdainful, and said only, "Princess, be careful with your words."
"Tsk, you're such a boring person!" Ding Momo felt bored and rolled her eyes at her. "Everyone knows that the eldest prince is brave but not wise, and has a perverse personality. This Shu Xiaolu is simply a lamb that has fallen into the tiger's mouth..."
Pu Qiongzhi was somewhat helpless. "The marriage was granted by imperial decree, so of course we cannot disobey the emperor's order."
She selected a pot of bright red chrysanthemums and gave it to Shu Xiaolu, "Congratulations, Crown Princess!"
"Thank you, Lady Wen Shu." Shu Xiaolu first glanced at the pot of flowers cautiously, and then thanked her in a low voice.
Later, pots of chrysanthemums were sold one after another, and imperial edicts were delivered to the farm one by one.
"…The Third Prince's Consort."
"...The Fifth Prince's Consort."
"...Seventh Prince's Consort."
“…”
Everyone quickly gathered in groups of two or three, and the scene was extremely lively.
After enjoying the flowers, Pu Qiongzhi arranged for opera performances.
These are scripts written by Peng Mingxuan and new plays staged by the troupe.
Among the noble ladies present, there are also some who are addicted to listening to music and watching plays, so this arrangement is quite appropriate.
The imperial edicts were transmitted to Zhuangzi one after another.
For such a good thing, no one would mind the hassle of kneeling back and forth to listen to the emperor's orders.
Especially, the later it got, the more the imperial edict was sent to confer the title of concubine -
"...The Third Prince's Concubine...The Fourth Prince's Concubine..."
Everyone likes to watch such a lively scene.
The principal wife and the concubine were canonized together, and there will be a lot of fun in the princes' palaces in the future!
The imperial edict has been passed on to the concubine, but there is still no news from the ninth prince.
Even Pei Wanqing herself has no whereabouts.
The imperial edicts were like gusts of cold wind, making Pei Wanqing feel cold.
A bad premonition gradually emerged in her heart.
Pu Qiongzhi secretly watched Pei Wanqing's reaction.
She must have felt very strange after planning her marriage so much but seeing her hopes dashed.
"My dear lady, where did you hire this troupe? This script is so novel!"
One of the noble ladies, named Zhong Yunxin, who had just been named the seventh prince's consort, suddenly came over and asked.
Pu Qiongzhi was a little surprised that this noble lady who looked cold and aloof was actually a drama fan.
"Miss Zhong, do you like it? This is the book I bought from the restaurant."
Pu Qiongzhi gave a brief introduction, and I think people asked because they wanted to see the follow-up.
It’s all because Peng Mingxuan’s script is so long that it will take a while to finish.
However, Pu Qiongzhi felt that being able to attract customers in this way was quite a skill!
"Oh... Ruilou?" Zhong Yunxin asked again.
Pu Qiongzhi nodded, "That's right. The author of this book has never written anywhere else..."
"If Miss Zhong is interested, I can invite her to Ruilou to listen to the follow-up later."
Zhong Yunxin nodded, "Okay, I'll take note."
After saying these few words, she turned around and left, going back to continue indulging in her play.
"..." Pu Qiongzhi was not used to this method for a while.
I always feel like the other person slips away before I finish speaking.
She was used to doing business. She always gave customers a clear introduction, observed their intentions, and then made adjustments.
But Miss Zhong didn't give her any chance at all, which made her feel choked.
However, her attention was quickly diverted.
The imperial edict has come again!
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