Chapter 227: Vicious Female Supporting Character vs. Childless Emperor 71
When Ji Yunhuan learned that Long Haochang was dead, he decided to hold a three-day banquet to celebrate.
Long Haochang went from an orphan in a poor mountain village to become a prince step by step. He received help from countless noble people along the way, and all the chances and coincidences and all the good luck were encountered by him.
The Wang family was his first springboard, and Wang Xiuping was a chess piece that he would discard after using her.
The King of Jin used the power of the entire Jinzhou to help him ascend the throne, even at the cost of abandoning his own wife and children.
In the capital, the noble ladies regarded him as a god, the ministers praised him highly, and the emperor fell in love with him at first sight. The other relatives and sons were reduced to foils.
Now, these people despise him, and some even hate him to the core. He has lost all his support, and even God cannot save him.
Long Haochang is dead!
Very satisfying!
Xia Mengyao arrived the earliest and brought Mo Niang with her. When she saw Ji Yunhuan, she didn't look happy and just pouted and went in.
Mo Niang saluted towards Ji Yunhuan, her movements were a little awkward. She was just a horse breeder and seldom went out to socialize. She never expected that the young lady from the Prime Minister's Mansion would specially send an invitation to her to come to her house.
"Don't blame me, Miss Ji. My daughter claims to be unbeatable at polo. You beat her, and she was not convinced. She practiced hard at home for a long time, hoping to win back today..."
Xia Mengyao turned around and glared at Mo Niang, saying unhappily, "Mo Niang, which side are you on? You're on my team today, I don't believe I can't beat her, humph!"
Mo Niang quickly followed and said with a doting smile: "Okay, okay, Mo Niang will definitely help you win."
Zhong Shiya also came with a group of noble ladies, all of whom were daughters of military generals. They were all chattering and were very happy to be guests at the Prime Minister's residence.
Wang Xiuping was also there, helping Ji Yunhuan to organize the banquet.
She wore a bright dress, had her face painted with powder, had a dignified posture, walked lightly, and spoke softly, but very convincingly.
She moved among the maids and arranged everything in order.
"Miss Ji, lunch is ready, and we've added your favorite grilled fish and meat. The girls can grill them themselves for fun. Do you think this is okay?"
Ji Yunhuan was extremely satisfied. Taohong was still a little young. She had never hosted a banquet before. Taohong lacked experience and was very flustered. Fortunately, Wang Xiuping helped her.
"Sister Xiuping is so capable and beautiful. It would be great if she could stay in the capital."
Wang Xiuping smiled and said, "Thank you for your kindness, Miss, but I have made up my mind. I want to go back to Pingshan County. That is my home."
"The magistrate of Pingshan County was arrested. The new magistrate is a good official. He re-examined many unjust, false and wrong cases. My father did not collude with the bandits. The Wang family was wrongly accused. The new magistrate made the decision and part of the Wang family's property was returned."
"I am the last bloodline of the Wang family. I want to hold up the Wang family. As long as I am here, the Wang family of Pingshan County will still exist!"
Ji Yunhuan knew that this was a difficult task. Although there was a decree in this dynasty to establish female households, it was difficult to implement in practice.
"Sister Xiuping has a strong character. Huan'er believes that you can do it. Wait until you have recovered before setting off. If you encounter any difficulties in the future, just send a letter to the capital. Don't carry everything by yourself."
Wang Xiuping nodded in agreement. Miss Ji had helped her a lot, and she remembered it all and was grateful.
The banquet has already begun, and Linlang Garden is filled with laughter and joy. There are no rules or etiquette here, and there is no need to recite poems or compose essays. The only thing to do is to have fun.
A female hero in red descended from the sky, holding a sword and wearing a velvet flower on her head. She had a cool and beautiful temperament and a graceful and elegant figure.
The girls screamed excitedly, with Xia Mengyao screaming the loudest. She thought it was some kind of entertainment, so she drew out her soft sword and rushed forward.
Mei Lingshuang was not interested in this fancy trick. She didn't even draw her sword. She took away Xia Mengyao's soft sword with one move, picked her up and threw her back.
Xia Mengyao had not yet caught her breath, her cheeks were flushed, and she kept chattering around Mei Lingshuang and asking questions.
Mei Lingshuang raised her hand and a sharp aura emanated. Xia Mengyao took two steps back before she was able to steady herself with the help of Mo Niang.
Mei Lingshuang took out a pair of jade bracelets from her bosom, stuffed them into Ji Yunhuan's hands, and said simply, "This is for you."
Ji Yunhuan didn't hesitate and put it on immediately. The emerald green bracelet was crystal clear and very beautiful.
"Thank you, Sister Mei. I like it very much. I sent someone to Yuelaiju to pass on a message, and I thought you had already left Beijing and would not come. Since you are here, why don't we go play polo together?"
Mei Lingshuang was not interested in the little girl playing polo like a game of house. What she liked was the martial arts conference.
"No need, I'm leaving Beijing now."
Although she said she was leaving, Mei Lingshuang's eyes swept across the entire Linlang Garden. She had looked in many places but still didn't see Ji Yun'an.
Mei Lingshuang couldn't help but feel a little disappointed. She was thinking wrongly. The separation between men and women in the capital was still very strict. With so many female relatives today, Ji Yun'an would not stay in his sister's yard.
Qiao Yue took out a wooden box, which contained the gift that Ji Yunhuan prepared for Sister Mei.
Ji Yunhuan handed the bundle to Sister Mei and whispered in her ear, "My second brother was sent by the emperor to Jinzhou to quell the rebellion. There are 100,000 troops there. On the surface, the reduction of the feudal system was successful, but the follow-up is the most difficult. Unfortunately, my family are all civil servants and can't help much."
Mei Lingshuang indeed showed a worried look, took the wooden box and left in a hurry.
After Mei Lingshuang left, the girls were still very excited.
Xia Mengyao was even more shameless and pestered Ji Yunhuan, insisting that Ji Yunhuan talk more about the heroine just now.
Why is it that Ji Yunhuan can know such a powerful martial arts master, but she can’t meet him?
There was a huge commotion at Linlang Garden, but Zhuo Wei just came to take a look. Seeing that her daughter had organized the banquet in an orderly manner and both the guests and the hosts were having a great time, she felt relieved.
She went to the study in the front yard, pulled Prime Minister Ji and sighed, "Our daughter has really grown up and can be the head of the family!"
"She couldn't get along with anyone before, how could she have so many friends? A girl should have some close friends to gain a foothold in the capital. People's words are scary. If anyone talks about or slanders her again in the future, there will always be someone who can speak up for her."
Prime Minister Ji was writing furiously and said casually, "Don't worry, with me here, no one dares to bully Huan'er."
Zhuo Wei took away Prime Minister Ji's pen and said with disdain, "You know nothing! You just show off your power as Prime Minister. No one dares to scold you, but they are really good at scolding a girl in the boudoir!"
"They are just making up stories out of nothing. Just one or two ambiguous words can ruin a woman's reputation. I've seen this many times. Huan'er is kind and doesn't care. If she had met someone with a thin skin, she would have committed suicide long ago."
Prime Minister Ji's hands were stained with ink, and he said helplessly: "Madam, I am wrong. Please return the pen to me. I need to finish writing the memorial quickly. His Majesty is waiting to read it."
Zhuo Wei snorted coldly, feeling dissatisfied, but her hands unconsciously began to grind ink for her husband.
"There are so many people in the court, but you are the only one who can do it! Reducing the power of the vassal states is a very dangerous thing. Jinzhou is a special case. It is not that easy in other places."
"The princes of the vassal states have many connections with the nobles of the clan in the capital. One move can affect the whole body. I don't know how many people are secretly trying to find fault with you. The emperor pushed you out to work hard, but he didn't show any consideration. He even urged you to work on holidays. The oxen plowing the fields still need a few days of rest."
Prime Minister Ji knew that his wife was worried about him, so he didn't dare to say anything back and just listened silently.
The housekeeper suddenly rushed in and said anxiously, "Master and Madam, Eunuch Wei from the palace is here again! He has brought an imperial edict with him. Let's get ready to receive it!"
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