Miao Qinghua deliberately used the plague festival as an excuse this time in order to force Jing Yuchen, who had been ill for a long time and had not attended court, to come forward.
Because it was Jing Yuchen who came up with the idea in the first place, Jing Yuchen really shouldn't have not shown up...
Afterwards, at the palace banquet, a voice rang out from not far away: "The Queen Mother has arrived—"
Hearing the voice, everyone present looked in that direction and stood up and saluted in unison.
"Greetings to the Queen Mother, may the Queen Mother live a thousand years!"
Miao Qinghua walked forward without looking around.
Today, she was not dressed in fancy clothes, no different from usual. When she was Concubine Wan, her clothes were always different, and her hairstyle was always different.
But now, it is obvious that she has put less thought into her appearance. Even though she wears a dark color, others can only praise her for her elegance and grace, and the demeanor of a mother of the country.
After Miao Qinghua sat down, she spoke, "Everyone, please stand up. I'm hosting this banquet today. You all know the purpose. Please come and join us, regardless of age or gender. Please speak your mind."
"Thank you, Queen Mother!"
Everyone stood up and sat down.
Miao Qinghua glanced around the table and said with some surprise, "The Regent and his wife aren't here?"
The other ministers present were also thinking about this question. Logically, even if Jing Yuchen was not well yet, he should not have not attended the palace banquet today.
The people present began to whisper, but no one could give an accurate answer.
Miao Qinghua then spoke up, "Everyone is here. The Regent and his wife haven't arrived, but we can't keep you waiting. Let's begin the feast!"
Miao Qinghua had no intention of getting angry or punishing anyone, but instead gave orders calmly, and then the palace servants began to serve the dishes one after another.
Miao Qinghua looked at the palace attendant beside her and asked, "Did the people from the Prince Regent's Palace say they couldn't come?"
The palace maid quickly responded, "Reporting to the Queen Mother, they said they would come. As for why they haven't come yet, I don't know."
Then, she raised her head and looked towards the entrance, her eyes instantly lighting up, "Queen Mother, the Regent and his wife are here!"
Miao Qinghua held a banquet today mainly to invite Jing Yuchen to the palace. If he didn't come, this palace banquet would be meaningless.
Miao Qinghua raised her eyes and saw the two of them. The gloomy look on her face disappeared.
"Prince Regent, the Princess Regent is here—"
Following the palace servant's report, everyone present looked in the direction of the person who had come.
What we saw were Ni Yueshan and Jing Yuchen who looked like a newlywed couple. Even though Ni Yueshan had given birth to a child, she looked more plump, radiant and attractive. She did not look old, but rather more charming.
Next to her was a man also dressed in bright red. He was holding a folding fan and fanning himself with it.
He looks evil and handsome, but he has the air of a dandy. Where is the fierce aura of a powerful man?
Such a demonic man, walking with a beautiful woman, at first glance, what else could they be but a perfect match?
The scene was extremely beautiful, but it also made people feel a little jealous, jealous that Ni Yueshan could stand next to Jing Yuchen.
Jing Yuchen walked forward slowly with Ni Yueshan, neither of them looking around, as if this was the red carpet that belonged to them. They were not afraid of anyone's gaze, they walked on it calmly and elegantly.
"Meet the Queen Mother."
The two of them saluted at the same time, and their voices were quite synchronized.
The people present were also awakened by the sound of the two of them saluting. Everything that just happened seemed like a dream, and they had forgotten the reality.
Before Miao Qinghua could speak, Shao Lecheng spoke first, "Prince Regent, you are being too disrespectful to the Queen Mother. She's still waiting for you? You're not taking anyone here seriously!"
Shao Lecheng expressed the thoughts of countless people present.
Jing Yuchen turned his head to look, his expression was calm, and he was not in a hurry to explain. Then he retracted his gaze and looked at the Queen Mother, obviously waiting for her to tell them to stand up.
Miao Qinghua smiled and responded, "Today is the palace banquet, indeed. I have just arrived, so I cannot be said to be neglecting you. Moreover, the Regent, despite being seriously injured, was still able to come. I am truly relieved. Hurry and stand up and take your seats!"
"Thank you, Queen Mother!"
Ni Yueshan and Jing Yuchen stood up together and walked towards their seats.
No one else dared to sit in their seats at will, so even if they came late, they didn't dare to take their seats!
After the two sat down, the banquet continued as usual.
Miao Qinghua spoke up: "I'm hosting a banquet today. As everyone knows, it's for the specific matters of the Plague Festival. From now on, you can raise any opinions!"
As she spoke, she looked at Duan Gouqiong, who was sitting next to Shao Lecheng and was still busy eating. She didn't even look at Miao Qinghua.
She was completely ignored.
Miao Qinghua's eyes darkened a little, but she quickly shifted her gaze and continued to maintain a decent smile on her face.
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