Chapter 442: Palace Banquet (Part 2)
If even the emperor praises something, it must be a good thing.
Your Majesty? Your daily food, clothing, and daily necessities are all of the finest quality.
How can something that even he praises be bad?
So after hearing this, Yu Mengqing immediately stood up and said to the emperor:
"Your Majesty, Jin'er is wearing a woolen sweater, which is like a sweater. It is indeed very warm as you said. If your Majesty likes it, Mengqing brought back several pieces from the northwest. When Mengqing returns to Prince Zhan's Mansion, please send two pieces to Your Majesty. I hope Your Majesty will not dislike it."
Upon hearing this, Chu Murong immediately asked excitedly, "Are you serious?"
"Of course I take it seriously. Meng Qing was afraid that the Emperor would dislike it, so she didn't send it to the Emperor in advance."
"Hey, how could I dislike such a good thing? I've been waiting for you to say this."
But then Chu Murong changed the subject and continued, "But from what I hear in your words, it seems that you have already given it to someone else. If I hadn't asked, would you have thought of giving it to me?"
Hearing this, Yu Mengqing immediately smiled and said, "Aren't you afraid that the emperor will dislike it? But the emperor doesn't need to be angry. Mengqing has already prepared this sweater for you, just waiting for the emperor to ask. If the emperor likes it, Mengqing will deliver it to the emperor immediately."
When saying this, there was a hint of cunning in Yu Mengqing's eyes.
Chu Shiheng, who was watching from the side, shook his head lovingly and smiled helplessly.
She must be the only one who cares so much about the Northwest, right?
After hearing what Yu Mengqing said, Chu Murong in the hall burst into laughter.
It was also at this time that Chu Murong seemed to notice the attire of Xue Jinsong's family and Guo Zhaochuang's family.
Then he spoke again: "Then what about Lord Xue and General Guo..."
Hearing this, Xue Jinsong also stood up and replied, "Your Majesty, once you try it on, you will understand the benefits of this dress. It is so comfortable to wear."
"Indeed, Your Majesty, please do not underestimate this dress. It may look thin and light, but it is warm and comfortable to wear. It is even warmer than that woolen sweater."
Guo Zhaochuang also quickly stood up and replied.
As he said this, Guo Zhaochuang patted his down jacket with great pride.
It can be seen that he really likes it.
Not only him, but also Xue Jinsong next to him.
Seeing the two of them like this, Chu Murong on the stage immediately became restless.
In fact, not only the emperor, but also some high-ranking officials and nobles are sitting here.
What good things have they not seen? It’s just that they described this down jacket as so amazing that their curiosity has been aroused to the maximum.
Some bold people even asked Yu Mengqing directly, "General Yu, could you give me one to try?"
Anyone could hear the caution in the tone, including Chu Murong in front of the hall.
Seeing this, Chu Murong coughed and said casually, "Today is a wedding banquet. Everyone, please speak freely."
As soon as these words were spoken, the entire body and the hall were in an uproar, and everyone started asking Yu Mengqing questions.
Even Yu Mengqing herself was confused.
She herself didn't expect it to cause such a sensation.
However, Yu Mengqing reacted quickly and knew that her chance had come.
So without thinking, he said to everyone:
"Actually, I've already opened a factory in the northwest region to produce these clothes. I'll need you to spread the word. Once merchants start shipping the goods, you'll be able to wear them soon."
The people here are all officials. They cannot open shops to do business directly, but they can do business as merchants.
Yu Mengqing couldn't say this directly, but she could suggest it.
“Is it really that comfortable?”
"It's really comfortable. This is what I wore when I was in the northwest. You know the weather in the northwest, it's much colder than here in Beijing, but wearing this down jacket is really warm." Guo Peiying said proudly on the side.
"Ah, isn't it cold dressed like this?"
"That's not the case. It's just that down was just like this back then, and it was thicker than the one I'm wearing now. When winter comes, you can buy those thicker ones too. You'll see after you try them on."
"Looking at it this way, I realized that the style seems to be very different."
"Ah, you didn't just see it now?"
"You talk as if you saw it a long time ago!"
"Earlier than you. I discovered it when Princess Chu and the others first entered the Tihe Palace."
“…”
Suddenly, the entire body and hall were in an uproar.
The Tihe Hall only quieted down when maids in uniform came in carrying food.
Although they had calmed down, they would still glance towards Yu Mengqing from time to time.
Of course, they were not curious about Yu Mengqing as a person, but about the clothes she was wearing.
Thinking of this, Yu Mengqing became even more excited.
Sure enough, as she expected, this wave of publicity was very effective.
No, it should be said that it is very accurate.
Because not only the emperor was promoting her, but also everyone in the Hall of Supreme Harmony was promoting her.
It seems that today was a very successful day.
Thinking of this, when Yu Mengqing returned to the palace banquet again, her mood was completely different.
After the meal, as expected, we enjoyed some singing and dancing...
Yu Mengqing was not interested in any of these.
Next came some poetry competitions, which Yu Mengqing had even less interest in.
But she is no longer the same person she was back then. Even if she just sits here and doesn't participate, no one will bother her.
“Try this, it’s pretty good!”
"Of course I know it's good. I even tried it inside. If you don't believe me, come in and try it. Lu Mo Ling and Wu Si are in the second phase."
Seeing Yu Mengqing eat two pieces of osmanthus cakes in a row, Chu Shiheng guessed that she must like the taste of osmanthus.
So he handed the osmanthus cake in front of her.
"I'm already very full and don't want to eat anymore." Yu Mengqing said in a low voice.
At this time, the poetry competition has reached a fever pitch.
But Yu Mengqing still sat there calmly watching.
"I didn't expect that Guo Peiying is really capable." After taking a sip of the tea in front of her, Yu Mengqing said leisurely.
"You underestimate her. Although she has a carefree personality, Madam Guo was born into a family of scholars, so her education wouldn't be too bad. It's just her personality that makes you think she doesn't understand poetry, songs, or paintings. In fact, among all the daughters of wealthy families, there are really few who can compare to her."
Chu Shiheng explained for Yu Mengqing.
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