Chapter 126 Asking for Annual Reward

Du Jingyi was somewhat flattered by the Queen's words. If he had not been in the imperial palace at the moment, Du Jingyi would have really thought that he had met an ordinary elder.

But the rules cannot be abolished, so he spoke respectfully.

"I thank you for your reward, Your Majesty. I will live up to your expectations."

"That's good."

After saying this, Queen Guo seemed to remember something and continued speaking.

"I have already mentioned your imperial decree to His Majesty. I estimate that the decree will be issued before the New Year. Then you can move to a new home and live a good life with Liu Lang."

Du Jingyi thought that the jade ruyi was the highlight, but he didn't expect that there was also a chance to get an imperial decree.

Now she was really at a loss.

When Mrs. Xing saw this, she couldn't help but laugh and reminded him.

"Look at how grateful the queen is for her kindness. This child is so grateful that he doesn't know how to express his gratitude. Liu Lang's wife, why don't you thank the queen quickly?"

After hearing this, Du Jingyi immediately stood up from the round stool and said in fear and trepidation.

"I, a minister, will not accept any reward without merit. I am afraid that I am not worthy of the title of Madam."

"It's hard to be a second wife. You are always inferior to the first wife. But Liu Lang's previous wives can't be called the real first wives. So this title of Consort is a grace I give you. Even in the future... you won't be really inferior to others."

Du Jingyi was slightly moved by the Queen's explanation.

For her, the identity of the second wife actually has little impact.

But that's because she has not yet truly integrated into the wealthy circle in Sui'an City.

But the Queen thought of this, so she gave Du Jingyi this grace, so that she would be more respected and respectable when making friends with others in the future.

Even if Du Jingyi wanted to refuse, after knowing the Queen's intentions, he couldn't say anything more.

"Thank you for your grace, Your Majesty."

This time he knelt down to pay homage to the Queen, which showed a little more sincerity than before.

Seeing this, the queen also laughed.

He said with a bit of sadness in his tone.

"The Gu family is supported by only Liu Lang, the grandson. It would be better if you could have more children as soon as possible so that Madam Gu and the others can get more comfort."

"Yes, I understand."

Then, Queen Guo changed the topic.

With Mrs. Xing around, the atmosphere didn't seem awkward or boring.

Du Jingyi listened to the two of them talking quietly, responding from time to time, and gradually his impression of the Queen became more three-dimensional.

In the past, we only knew that the queen came from the famous Guo family.

His father was Prime Minister Guo, a loyal official who had followed Emperor Kaizong since before he conquered the world.

He is the most popular and has the highest status among the civil servants today.

With such a support from her family, Empress Guo should be a powerful figure in the palace.

I didn't expect that he would be such a gentle and approachable person.

At first, Du Jingyi kept a distance from her because of her status, but after sitting down for an hour or two, she felt as relaxed as if she was having a heart-to-heart talk with a close elder at home.

It is no wonder that people all praise Queen Guo. She truly deserves the title of the mother of this country.

Peaceful and tolerant, without any arrogance of a superior.

However, the throne of the queen may not necessarily make people happy physically and mentally, because Du Jingyi can always sense a tinge of sadness in her.

It's just that the truth is unknown.

At noon, the palace maid beside the queen came to remind her that it was time to eat.

Mrs. Xing would naturally accompany them, and Du Jingyi was also prepared.

However, Eunuch Hu, who had just sent Du Jingyi over, came in with a smile and spoke in a respectful tone.

"Your Majesty, the general sent someone to ask if you want to keep the young lady in the palace for dinner. If so, it would be okay for him to wait a little longer."

Just one sentence made the Queen and Madam Xing laugh, and there was a hint of mockery in their eyes when they looked at Du Jingyi.

"Alright, the young couple is in the sweet time, I won't be the evil person who breaks them up, Yunqing will accompany me for dinner, Hu Zhen, send Madam Du out."

Hu Zhen is the real name of Eunuch Hu.

Hearing the call, Eunuch Hu smiled and stepped forward, inviting him in, without showing any airs of a chief eunuch.

Du Jingyi also bowed and saluted, and then spoke.

"I'll take my leave."

After she left the room, Mrs. Xing said with emotion.

"It would be nice if my cousin was still here. She would definitely like this daughter-in-law."

Upon hearing this, Empress Guo nodded with admiration in her eyes.

"Although he comes from a business family, he has learned the rules well. It can be seen that his family has cultivated him with great care."

"Your Highness is right."

There is no mistake in the poem, post, content, and read the book on 6, 9, and bar!

"However, whether it's rules or not, it's just for others to see, it doesn't matter. But Liu Lang sees that this seems to be a sign of his love for Mrs. Du, so it's good. He will have someone close to him to talk to in the future."

"yes."

"Let's go and see what the imperial kitchen has sent over today and see if there's anything you like to eat."

The Queen spoke, and Madam Xing followed suit.

"I have gained weight by dining with the Majesty these days. If I continue to eat like this, I'm afraid no one will dare to recognize me when I return to Jinling City."

"What are you talking about? I asked you to come up north to keep me company and talk a few years ago. You took so long to come, and you are leaving again after the New Year, so naturally you should keep me company more. As for being fat, it's better to be a little fatter. I remember Lord Xing said when he was young that he liked plump beauties. Who knows, you and your wife might be able to live in harmony when you return."

“My queen…”

Mrs. Xing uttered a rare sweet voice, which was tinged with a bit of "resentment".

There were only two of them here at the moment, so they didn't act like elders.

Talking and laughing, it seems like we are back in our youth.

Happy, unrestrained, and free and easy.

As for Du Jingyi, he was also safely returned to Shang Ji by Public Security Officer Hu.

"Thank you, Eunuch Hu, Cherry."

Du Jingyi said a word, and Cherry came up to him and stuffed a purse into his hand.

It's heavy and you can tell at a glance that it's expensive.

Eunuch Hu did not refuse. He agreed with a smile and added another sentence.

"Young Madam is very much in the good graces of Her Majesty today. You should find more opportunities to come and see Her Majesty in the future. Her Majesty will surely be pleased to see you."

"Thanks to Eunuch Hu for your advice. I will take note of it."

Upon seeing this, Eunuch Hu bowed to the two of them and then returned to the harem.

Shang Ji glanced at Du Jingyi and said something.

"Get in the car."

"good."

On the way back, Shang Ji did not ride in front, but sat in the carriage with Du Jingyi.

Naturally, Cherry and Lizhu had to come down and follow.

Luo Yuan rode his horse in the front as usual. Today he was wearing a dark tights, which made him look quite vigorous.

Yingtao took another look, and unexpectedly Luo Yuan turned around and grinned.

This smile wiped out the thoughts that had just risen in Cherry's mind.

Sure enough, this person still has to be judged by appearance.

(End of this chapter)