As she spoke, the Queen Mother glanced at the Emperor with disdain, "Isn't it just the title of a second-married woman? Is this worth my son hiding it so much, not daring to tell me?"
A rare look of embarrassment appeared on the emperor's face. "Mother, I know everything."
"This time, the emperor is being too narrow-minded. What's the big deal about a second marriage? As long as the girl has a pure heart and upright character, how could I look down on her? Besides, she has caught the emperor's eye. I am very grateful to her."
The Queen Mother's eyes were slightly red.
Others may not know the emperor's worries, but how could she not know it?
But over the years, the mother and son tacitly agreed not to mention the past events again, and the empress dowager did not think that her previous choice was wrong.
It's just a rotten skin. If it can exchange for the peaceful life of them and their son, then just don't give it up. Why bother about what others think!
However, the empress dowager did not tell the emperor these words. She knew how great an impact those things had on the emperor, and at this moment she was sincerely grateful to the woman who was favored by the emperor.
"Your Majesty, please tell me about it. I'm really curious about what kind of pure and kind girl she is!"
"yes."
After understanding the Queen Mother's intention, the Emperor finally let go of his worries. "Huan'er is the best girl in the world... Of course, she can't compare to my mother."
"oops!"
The Queen Mother interrupted the compliment impatiently, "Don't talk about this now!"
It took the emperor a full hour to explain how the two knew each other and what Lin Chunhuan had experienced in the Yuan family. The empress dowager's face became increasingly gloomy.
The last slap landed heavily on the table beside him.
There was a loud bang, startling everyone around.
"Beast! What a beast!"
The Queen Mother was clearly furious, breathing heavily. "Years ago, when the General was still alive, I had already seen that his wife was not a good person, and I never wanted to associate with her."
"If it weren't for the great general's achievements, you would have been unworthy of any title. I wouldn't even want to give you the imperial edict. You're pretending to be obedient in front of me."
"I didn't expect that they would treat their own daughter-in-law so harshly, even stopping her from worshipping her grandfather!"
"And then there's Yuan Shao. Back when the general was here, while he wasn't considered a particularly talented official, he was at least a mediocre minister. I never imagined he'd even give his own wife away. This mother and son are truly, truly... despicable!"
The Queen Mother thought for a long time before she stopped herself from saying those dirty words.
In her opinion, the word "dirty" alone could not describe the evil nature of the mother and son.
What's more, the emperor also mentioned the matter of the Yuan family withholding the dowry. This kind of thing would be criticized even if it happened in the homes of ordinary people.
What’s more, it is a general’s mansion.
"Don't be angry, mother. I've figured it out. We can't forget General Yuan's achievements, but that mother and son... the General is implicated. That's a disgrace to him."
"This shame, my son will definitely clear Brother Yuan from it!"
Although he already held a high position and even though there was a difference between the emperor and his subjects, he was still willing to acknowledge the general as his brother, which showed that the friendship between the two was truly extraordinary.
If it weren't for this, why would Lin Chunhuan come forward in person to ask for her dowry? The emperor even wanted to take back the general's mansion as soon as possible to prevent the mother and son from living there for too long and being contaminated by bad luck!
“It’s as it should be!”
The Queen Mother snorted coldly, then took the Emperor's hand again. "It seems that Miss Lin has suffered a lot. Where is she now? She must feel very uncomfortable being bullied like this!"
"Don't worry, Queen Mother. Huan'er is a resilient girl. You will definitely like her... How about I let Huan'er come to the palace tomorrow to talk with you, Queen Mother?"
The emperor coughed lightly, feeling a little guilty.
Although the two had only been apart for less than two days, he was already thinking too much. If the empress dowager had not been returning to the palace in a day or two, there would have been too many things that required his personal decisions.
I'm afraid the emperor can't help but want to climb over the wall again!
But... even if there is nothing I can do now, it would be good to call the person into the palace and take a look!
The empress dowager could not fail to see the emperor's little thoughts about their dear mother and son. She shook her head helplessly. However, she really wanted to meet Lin Chunhuan, so she readily agreed.
Lin Chunhuan did not expect that the emperor said that the empress dowager would meet him within ten days, but on the third day, the imperial edict summoning him had already arrived at the Lin Mansion.
After receiving the order, Lin's father and mother were in a panic. Lin's mother even took out all the clothes she had saved in the bottom of the box.
"Huan'er, this dress is from Sichuan. It features authentic Sichuan embroidery. Hundreds of embroiderers spent over a month crafting it. Wearing this will definitely not make the Queen Mother look down on you!"
Lin's mother looked very proud.
But Lin Chunhuan looked at the shockingly gorgeous dress and smiled bitterly, unable to speak. "Mother, I know that meeting the Queen Mother is a big deal. I will naturally dress well and will never humiliate your reputation."
"But this... this is too extravagant. Believe me, my daughter. The Queen Mother will never like to see her daughter wearing such extravagant clothes entering the palace!"
"Is it too luxurious?" Lin's mother blinked. "I think it's okay."
Without giving Lin's mother a chance to recommend the dress, Lin Chunhuan quickly asked the person to leave.
The person who summoned her was still waiting outside, so she didn't have much time to dress up, so she had to hurry.
However, there was one thing that Lin's mother was right about. After all, she was meeting the Queen Mother, and the first impression was very important, so she had to be cautious.
After thinking for a while, he called Ke'er over and said, "Go and get my thousand-colored plum blossom gauze skirt and the three-winged oriole feather pearl hairpin to match it."
"Miss, do you have to dress so gorgeously? Besides, that delicate gauze skirt was made two years ago, so it might be a bit old." Ke'er hesitated.
But Lin Chunhuan's attitude was very certain, she wanted that one!
Xingqing Palace.
The old nanny walked very quickly in front of the Queen Mother and said, "Your Majesty, Miss Lin is here."
"Please come in!"
The Empress Dowager was in a good mood, and the wine jug on the table was already half empty. She had never liked drinking tea, preferring strong liquor. If it weren't for the Emperor's concern for her health, he would not have allowed her to drink too much.
Even if she drank this whole pot, with the Queen Mother's alcohol tolerance, she wouldn't feel drunk at all.
After a moment, a bright red skirt swayed.
Although Lin Chunhuan strictly abided by the rules, he walked very quickly.
Seeing that bright face, even the Queen Mother couldn't help but be stunned for a moment.
What a peerless beauty! No wonder even the Emperor was attracted to her!
But after the initial astonishment, the Queen Mother noticed the grace and elegance in Lin Chunhuan's eyes and the frankness in her gestures. It seemed that she had no concerns or shrinking back at all because of her second marriage!
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