However, Lady Liu was not so narcissistic as to think that the Grand Princess Consort would ask her for any favors. The Grand Princess Consort was born into a prominent family, was the principal wife of the eldest prince, and had given birth to the eldest grandson of the emperor. She was of noble birth, while she herself was someone of nobility.
Ultimately, it was because Madam Liu had never left the capital and had limited experience.
Although I know the phrase "beyond one's reach," I haven't fully grasped its meaning. Although my second uncle has relatives by marriage in Anhui and the Irgen Gioro clan in Beijing, at most they just don't bully him; that's all.
As for my second uncle, while his paintings were very evocative, his official career was quite mediocre.
If it weren't for his son Xiaoqi, he probably wouldn't have wanted to become an official; his ambitions lay elsewhere.
Madam Liu didn't quite understand, but she couldn't refuse. "Alright, this servant will personally deliver it to the Second Master, not a penny less."
Madam Liu couldn't figure it out, so she thought she would go back and ask her husband. Although Madam Liu could be said to be capable of handling things on her own, she didn't understand the intricacies of officialdom.
Madam Liu was unaware that although her husband was not going to be Uncle Zhuo's direct superior, he was still a superior, just not directly in charge of Uncle Zhuo.
Although He Zhuo had no intention of forming a faction with his second uncle, he merely wanted them to have a slight degree of closeness.
If something really happens, at least there will be some connection, and it would be good to send a message or something.
He Zhuo noticed Lady Liu's doubts, but did not tell her directly. Did he know that she would have a son who would become a prime minister?
Or is it that a literary star will be reincarnated into your womb someday?
They don't think you're stupid.
"How could I let you come all this way for nothing? I have two jars of Five Poisons Wine here, which is the best for treating rheumatism. I also have some flower tea here, drinking more of it will beautify your skin."
He Zhuo knew that the emperor would not let his soldiers go hungry, so he naturally wouldn't let her go for nothing.
Compensation still needs to be paid; in the process, it can also help build a closer relationship.
Madam Liu repeatedly declined, saying, "This is not acceptable."
Whose status do I hold? How can I possibly accept gifts from the First Princess Consort? I've heard that the First Princess Consort's flower tea is reserved for the empresses and princesses in the palace. How can I possibly accept such gifts?
After some initial refusal, Madam Liu accepted the gift. She had long heard that the Grand Princess Consort enjoyed giving away flower tea as gifts, and that it tasted quite good. She also knew about the Five Poisons Wine, since the Grand Princess Consort's winery supplied her with wine made from poisonous substances that had been stored for many years.
My own father suffers from rheumatism in his legs, so I'll take this back to him as a token of my filial piety.
Madam Liu thought to herself.
Although she was a concubine's daughter, her stepmother did not treat her harshly, and even took some flower tea back with her as a small token of her affection as a daughter.
He Zhuo: "I have a letter for my second uncle here. I'll ask Lord Liu to deliver it to him. Thank you in advance."
He Zhuo said thank you, but he only nodded slightly, which was already a great honor.
Madam Liu hurriedly said she dared not, and quickly curtsied. The First Princess Consort was of noble birth, the mother of the Emperor's eldest grandson. Who did she belong to?
"Madam, please rise. It's the Spring Equinox. Help you up. You just mentioned that the Lord is going to take up his post. When will you be departing?" He Zhuo had no intention of dwelling on this, so he changed the subject.
Madam Liu: "My eldest son is going to the competition, and he will probably set off at the end of May."
He Zhuo nodded: "Alright, when the time comes, Madam will send someone to tell you that the things will be sent to your residence."
Madam Liu hesitated, finding it difficult to speak, so He Zhuo asked, "Madam Liu, is there something troubling you?"
Madam Liu took a deep breath: "Madam, this is not the first time I have met you. I am a straightforward person, so I will speak my mind directly."
He Zhuo gestured for her to continue.
"The original lease for this shop was until September, but my whole family went to Anhui in May, so we couldn't open the shop, and therefore..."
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