Chapter 90 The Person I Love Is Miss Shen
Shen Jiasui's carriage stopped under the Sophora japonica tree. At the same time, in an inconspicuous corner next to the gate of the Imperial College, there was also a simple carriage parked.
Bai Ji saw his young lady lift the curtain and glance at the carriage several times as if unintentionally, and couldn't help asking:
"Miss, what's the matter? Is there anything wrong with that carriage?"
Shen Jiasui looked calm and said in a calm voice: "Baiji, don't look over there. There might be an important person sitting in the car."
Baiji was startled when he heard this, and quickly suppressed the urge to look over there, and lowered his voice and said:
"Miss, why do you think so?"
She had just looked at the carriage, but it was really ordinary, without even a logo on the carriage.
Shen Jiasui lowered his eyes and stopped looking over there. He just said softly, "Because the driver looks like an expert."
Most masters are proud, but now he is willing to drive for others. The carriage is so low-key, which shows that the person in the carriage is deliberately trying to hide his identity.
As soon as Shen Jiasui finished speaking, Bai Ji suddenly tugged at her sleeve, with a look of shock in his voice.
"Look, young lady, it's the young master of the Cui family. He's getting on the carriage!"
Upon hearing this, Shen Jiasui looked up and saw Cui Mingjue coming out of the Imperial College at some point and walking quickly towards the carriage.
The coachman immediately opened the curtain, which showed that he had been waiting for a long time.
At this time, Shen Jiasui vaguely caught a glimpse of a green cloud-patterned hem, and immediately guessed the identity of the person in the car.
.......
Cui Mingjue hurriedly hurried up, and the moment he boarded the carriage, he respectfully called out, "Your Highness."
The carriage looks plain from the outside, but it is actually very special inside.
The car is covered with thick velvet carpets, which are delicate, soft and brightly colored. A scent of sandalwood hits you in the face, refreshing your heart.
An exquisite glass lamp was hanging in the originally dimly lit car, and on the side there was a low table covered with brocade, on which there were exquisite pastries.
The most attractive thing is the person sitting behind the low desk.
He was handsome, with a slightly resolute face and slightly upturned eyes, which revealed a barely perceptible arrogance.
Even in a carriage with no one around, he still sat with his back straight, but it didn't seem like he was being pretentious.
The two hands casually placed on the knees are slender and powerful, making him look relaxed and confident.
Seeing Cui Mingjue, the corners of his mouth slightly raised, and the depth and calmness in his eyes instantly dissipated, revealing a sense of intimacy.
"Mingjue, didn't I tell you? Just call me cousin in private."
The person who came was Prince Rui Zhao Huailang.
Cui Mingjue's originally slightly solemn expression relaxed upon hearing this. He sat down across from Zhao Huailang in an orderly manner and said with a smile:
"My cousin didn't send anyone to tell me in advance. I thought something serious had happened and I was sweating all over."
Zhao Huailang immediately handed Cui Mingjue a white brocade handkerchief, and his expression became serious at this time.
"Mingjue, my cousin does have something important to discuss with you."
Cui Mingjue sat up straight in a hurry, and heard Zhao Huailang say in a deep voice: "Today in the imperial study, my father said something."
"Princess Jieyou misses her homeland and plans to return to the capital at the end of the year. She will be accompanied by her beloved daughter, Princess Anning."
Cui Mingjue raised his head suddenly when he heard this.
Speaking of Princess Jieyou, everyone in the capital knows her.
In those days, the Sheng Dynasty and the Mo Kingdom were constantly fighting. The Mo Kingdom tried several times to win over the Yue Kingdom, which stayed out of the conflict. The late emperor was very worried and wanted to bring the Yue Kingdom into his camp as soon as possible.
At this time, someone in the court proposed the idea of marriage.
At that time, none of the three princesses in the palace had arranged marriages. The eldest and second princesses were of noble birth and their biological mothers were favored, so they all tried every means to shirk responsibility.
No one expected that at this time, the least favored third princess took the initiative to step forward and expressed her willingness to marry the Kingdom of Yue and contribute her modest efforts to the friendship between the two countries.
The late emperor was overjoyed upon hearing this, and bestowed the title "Jieyou" on the third princess, and sent her to the Kingdom of Yue with a generous dowry.
To everyone's surprise, Princess Jieyou was extremely loved by the Khan of Yue State, so Yue State rejected the solicitation of Mo State and chose to make peace with Sheng Dynasty.
Later, it was heard that Princess Jieyou and the Khan had a very deep relationship. She gave birth to a son the following year, and then another son and a daughter.
The people of Sheng Dynasty were grateful for Princess Jieyou's righteousness. After the current emperor ascended the throne, he named her Princess Jieyou and her daughter Princess Anning.
Two years ago, along with the news that the Khan of Yue State was seriously ill and died, the good news that Princess Jieyou's son would succeed the Khan was also reported back to the capital.
Cui Mingjue couldn't imagine how a princess who was married to a foreign country planned step by step, not only winning the heart of the emperor, but even pushing her son who was half foreign blood onto the throne.
The hardships, struggles, and bloodshed involved are enough to show Princess Jieyou's skills and abilities.
Thinking of this, Cui Mingjue lowered his voice and asked, "Cousin, do you want to..."
No need to say more, Zhao Huailang has already nodded.
Now, Princess Jieyou is undoubtedly one of the leaders of Yue State. If we can get her support, naturally...
Cui Mingjue didn't say anything more, but just asked: "How can I help my cousin?"
When Zhao Huailang heard this, a smile appeared on his face, diluting the slightly solemn atmosphere.
"The princess came back this time and brought Princess An Ning with her. The princess is only sixteen years old. The princess wants her to find a husband in the capital and stay in the Sheng Dynasty."
"The wind and sand outside the Great Wall are strong, and the feng shui of the capital is good for people. In addition, the Yue Kingdom has the tradition of the younger brother succeeding the elder brother. If the eldest princess had not obtained great power, I am afraid she would not be able to escape this custom."
"So, the princess decided to send Princess An Ning back to the capital. Of course, this is also... what the emperor wanted."
The second half of the sentence is full of profound meaning, so I won’t go into details.
Even though the current emperor and Princess Jieyou are siblings, they are now separated by two countries, so some means and considerations are necessary.
When Cui Mingjue heard this, he suddenly looked up. With his intelligent personality, he naturally understood the implied meaning.
His cousin wants him to... marry Princess An Ning, so as to strengthen his relationship with Princess Jieyou.
But at this moment, another bright face flashed through Cui Mingjue's mind unexpectedly.
Zhao Huailang saw Cui Mingjue lowered his eyebrows and did not agree immediately. He understood and said softly:
"Mingjue, do you already have someone you like?"
A hint of panic suddenly flashed across Cui Mingjue's eyes. Just as he was about to deny it, Zhao Huailang waved his hand.
"No need to deny it, it's Miss Shen, right?"
"You two first met outside the Imperial College. When she showed up, your ears turned red. You were scolded by her, but you didn't get angry or hold a grudge."
"Later, in Prince Rong's mansion, you paid extra attention to her. Not only did you take the initiative to help her out, but after you realized that she had been poisoned by a foul drug, you felt compassion for her and even risked everything to jump into the water to save her."
"In the future, when your grandfather and cousin choose a young lady for you, you will be indifferent. Does this mean that you have fallen in love with Miss Shen, or what?"
Cui Mingjue's carefully hidden thoughts were exposed by Zhao Huailang in front of him, and a look of embarrassment and shame flashed across his face.
In his eyes, Shen Jiasui was indeed extraordinary.
The first time he saw her riding towards him, a sentence came to his mind: "The sun is bright and the wind is blowing, and the grass and trees are thriving."
She was so bright and dazzling that he subconsciously felt that being with her would be lively, interesting and reassuring.
His grandfather and cousin selected many ladies from prominent families for him. Their backgrounds, character, appearance and temperament were impeccable, so naturally they were all excellent.
However, what he wanted most was someone with whom he could move a beauty couch and nestle under the window in autumn, chat, laugh, play, get drunk or sleep.
He thought, maybe Shen Jiasui would.
When she was in a good mood, she could run to the courtyard and wield a sword as she pleased, and he only needed to cheer and applaud from the side...
"Cousin, the greater cause is more important. Mingjue will listen to you."
Although he had many thoughts in his mind, Cui Mingjue's words were always for Zhao Huailang and for His Royal Highness Prince Rui.
This is the truth that his grandfather, father and mother taught him when he was a toddler.
My cousin is the most important thing in everything.
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