Chapter 884 Emperor Yongle (1)
The next morning, Shen Miao was about to go to the palace with Xie Jingxing to meet Emperor Yongle. Because it was their first meeting, they had to wear the court dress of a prince's consort. When Xie Jingxing came out, Shen Miao couldn't help but be stunned.
The court robes of Daliang and Mingqi were certainly different. Mingqi's tended to be more delicate and beautiful, while Daliang's were more elegant and dignified. Xie Jingxing, wearing a purple and gold robe embroidered with a qilin, an official hat, green boots, and an agate belt, looked extremely dignified. Shedding his usual cynical exterior, he seemed somewhat unapproachable.
After Shen Miao had dinner with him, they took a carriage to the palace. Shen Miao felt a little uneasy because of what happened last night, but Xie Jingxing seemed very satisfied with her appearance. He even brought it up on purpose while in the carriage, using rather nasty words.
Shen Miao thought, this man really had no scruples because he had come to Daliang. However, because it was his first time meeting Emperor Yongle, he felt a little heavy in his heart. However, he felt much more relaxed because of Xie Jingxing's jokes.
Prince Rui's residence wasn't far from the Imperial Palace. It was unclear if Xie Jingxing had done this on purpose. The guards at the palace gate saw Xie Jingxing and let him pass. Jingzhe and Guyu, Shen Miao's maids, followed behind her, but they were somewhat hesitant to speak. They walked cautiously, fearing that any disrespectful behavior would cause trouble for Shen Miao.
The maids and eunuchs in the Daliang Palace all sat with their heads down, minding their own business. However, as Shen Miao walked by, she could still sense inquiring gazes on her. This was her first time at the Daliang Palace, and perhaps everyone was still quite critical of the kind of wife Xie Jingxing had married. While the common people were tolerant of her, those in positions of power were different. Furthermore, Xie Jingxing's status was sensitive, and if Shen Miao's guess was correct, the title of Princess Rui would be something many people would vie for.
Her every move not only represents that she is the Princess Rui, but also represents the style of the Mingqi Shen family.
Thinking of this, Shen Miao couldn't help but straighten her back even more, looking more dignified, and unconsciously brought out the airs of the queen from her previous life.
Xie Jingxing noticed her action, smiled playfully, and whispered in her ear, "Don't be so nervous, you're almost outshining the Queen."
Shen Miao glared at him. It was already this late, and Xie Jingxing was still acting so dishonestly. There were many eyes and ears in the palace, and there must be someone close to Emperor Yongle. If word of Xie Jingxing's behavior got to Emperor Yongle's ears, wouldn't he brand her a beauty who brings disaster? Thinking back to her past life, she had been a respectful and virtuous queen, but never a scoundrel who brought disaster to the country.
Just as she was thinking about it, Xie Jingxing directly held her hand. Shen Miao subconsciously tried to break free and said, "If someone saw us..."
"What's wrong with being seen?" Xie Jingxing was unhappy: "Do I need other people's consent to hold hands with the princess?"
Before Shen Miao could say anything, she saw that they had already followed Xie Jingxing to a side hall. Outside the door stood a fat eunuch. Upon seeing the two of them, he said, "Your Highness, are you well? His Majesty and His Majesty have been waiting for a long time."
But whether intentionally or unintentionally, he did not greet Chen Miao.
“Eunuch Deng, this is my beloved wife.” Xie Jingxing refused to let it go and pushed Shen Miao forward, saying, “Why don’t you bow?”
Shen Miao rolled her eyes at Xie Jingxing inwardly. This Eunuch Deng had clearly been acting this way towards her on orders from his master. Who was this master? Could anyone else be chosen besides Emperor Yongle? Since this was Emperor Yongle's opinion, Xie Jingxing not only didn't agree with him, but even deliberately brought it up. So, was he here to start a quarrel today?
Eunuch Deng's smile remained unchanged, and he immediately spoke differently to different people. He looked at Shen Miao and said, "It turned out to be your Majesty the Princess. I am blind and ignorant. Please forgive me, Your Majesty the Princess."
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