Chapter 1237 Jealous of Him

Zhou Shuren just felt tired during the grand sacrifice. He wanted to adjust his official hat many times, but he had to endure it. It was called a live version, but it was actually quite a pitfall because it was a bit far away and the sunlight was a bit dazzling. As a result, the time was tortured.

This was not only a torment for Zhou Shuren himself, but basically all the ministers felt it was torment, so what they hated most was the grand ceremony.

Zhou Shuren still felt thirsty. He wanted to go to the toilet after drinking too much, and he felt thirsty again after not drinking for a long time.

The atmosphere on the emperor's side was very good. Rongchuan returned to the royal family and was later named Prince of Qin. Xue Han was also officially recorded in the royal family as Jade Butterfly, the Princess of Qin.

The title bestowed upon Rongchuan shows the emperor's preference for the King of Qin.

Rongchuan's name was changed to Zhang Jingrong, with the courtesy name Rongchuan. This was discussed with Rongchuan long ago. Rongchuan represents the extraordinary significance of the past.

The banquet will be prepared only after the sacrifice is over.

Before the banquet started, Zhou Shuren looked at the empty seats beside him. Well, they were all used to queue up for the restroom.

Zhou Shuren had already sat in his seat and drank several cups of tea.

Xiao Qing came back with a relaxed look on her face, followed by Li Zhao, who even asked Zhou Shuren, "Are you not going?"

Zhou Shuren was no longer thirsty, and sipped his tea slowly and casually, "I'm still young, and you can't help it at your age, but I'm normal."

Li Zhao felt the gaze directed at him and his face darkened, "You still say that I have a bad mouth, but you have a bad mouth."

Zhou Shuren, "Angry out of shame?"

Li Zhao shook off his official sleeves and turned to leave.

Zhou Shuren snorted, he really thought Li Zhao cared about him. Bah, if he didn't take action first, he would be the one to attract attention.

Xiao Qing looked at Zhou Shuren dimly, and sat with her legs drooping, "I'm old, old, I can't compare to Shuren."

Zhou Shuren, "Sir, in my heart you are younger than me. You must never say that again."

Xiao Qing, "......."

The only one who tells lies with his eyes open is Zhou Shuren.

The banquet started. Rongchuan was the protagonist today and sat next to the Crown Prince. Even Xuehan sat next to the Crown Princess.

Xue Han looked at the Crown Prince who was talking to Rong Chuan, and then looked at the Crown Princess whose smile was a little stiff. She heard from Rong Chuan that the Crown Prince had not returned to the Crown Prince's Mansion for a long time.

Xue Han saw the Crown Princess looking at the Crown Prince from time to time, so she picked up the wine glass and said, "Sister-in-law, I'll buy you a drink. Thank you for your care."

The Crown Princess retracted her gaze and smiled more naturally, "This is what a sister-in-law should do."

The Queen Mother at the top found a rift between her eldest son and daughter-in-law. She thought she was a good mother-in-law and she had advised the Crown Princess. Unfortunately, a rift had arisen and given her eldest son's personality, it would be difficult to smooth it out. The Crown Princess's efforts were not enough and she could not intervene even if she wanted to.

In the afternoon, Zhou Shuren returned home, changed his clothes, and lay on the kang, unwilling to move. "I am really too tired today."

Zhulan smelled the alcohol and said, "You've been drinking quite a lot too."

Zhou Shuren was not drunk. "As the father of Princess Qin, I am also half the protagonist."

Zhulan washed the towel and passed it to him, "Wipe it yourself."

Zhou Shuren took the handkerchief and covered his face. The cool feeling made his mind clearer. "Tomorrow Rongchuan will go directly back to the Qin Palace from the palace."

Zhulan, "Ah, I thought I would stay in the palace for a few more days."

Zhou Shuren, "The Emperor has been delaying meeting with foreigners for a long time. It is not good to delay it any longer."

Zhulan thought so too. The learning between the countries was very profound. "I haven't been to the Qin Palace yet. When the concubine moves in, I want to take a good look at the palace."

In the past, when she visited the palace, the space was limited, so she wanted to take a good look at her own daughter's palace.

Zhou Shuren was moved, "Let's go together when I have my day off."

Now that the crown prince has not succeeded to the throne, he does not need to be so cautious. When the crown prince has been in power for a long time, it will not be convenient for him to go to the Qin Palace in person.

Zhulan smiled, "There is also Qiao Qian's congratulations. Last time, Rongchuan didn't take a penny of the 300,000 taels. You have also accepted a lot of gifts from Rongchuan over the years. We can't be stingy this time. This is for the sake of the lady's reputation."

Zhou Shuren blinked his eyes and said, "I can't pick my fingers on the lady's face. I know that."

Zhulan just couldn't help talking about it, but Zhou Shuren couldn't help but talk about it. When people get old, they just want to talk about it. Once they started, they couldn't stop, talking about their son and grandchildren.

Zhou Shuren didn't mind giving up. He just lay there and listened quietly, occasionally saying a few words, making the room seem particularly warm.

Changzhong stood at the door for a while before leaving with a smile.

When Changzhong came out, he saw Yu Yiren, who was not very old, reading a book. Changzhong raised his eyebrows and walked over, "Do you recognize them all?"

Yuyi was startled, and when she saw that it was her uncle, she quickly stood up and greeted him, "I recognize him."

Changzhong frowned slightly, "Didn't you go out to play?"

Yuyi, "I went and played for a while and came back."

Yuyi already has the consciousness of being the eldest daughter of the third wife. Even though she has become more cheerful after returning, she still sets strict standards for herself.

Changzhong tapped his niece's forehead and said, "You are so young, don't act like an adult. Come on, uncle will take you out to play."

Yuyi was dragged away, feeling deeply helpless. His uncle was not much older than him; his uncle was the little adult.

Zhulan waited for Zhou Shuren to fall asleep before coming out. After listening to Qingxue's words, she felt relieved that her younger son was sensible in doing things.

Chang Zhong brought his nephews and nieces back home only at dinner time in the evening. This was because the world was peaceful now, otherwise, Chang Zhong would not dare to bring his nephews and nieces back home so late.

The next day, Rongchuan and Xuehan went directly back to the Prince Qin's Mansion from the imperial palace, while Linxi stayed in the palace. Xuehan had to get familiar with the mansion. It was not difficult to manage such a large mansion. There were not only female officials and maids with their own duties, but also palace officials. Xuehan was the only female master in the mansion, so power was concentrated, and it was easy for Xuehan to get familiar with it.

What's more, the Queen was afraid that Xue Han would not be able to calm people down during her first contact, so she sent her personal female official to the palace to help.

Two days later, the emperor finally hosted a banquet for princes and envoys from various countries.

Zhou Shuren, as the future Minister of Revenue, also appeared at the banquet. Lord Xiao did not come today, so he sat next to the Minister of Personnel.

Zhou Shuren curled the corner of his mouth. Although everyone basically knew that he would be promoted to Shangshu, this time it was too high-profile. He thought his position would be demoted.

Li Zhao sat aside, "How do you feel sitting in this position?"

Zhou Shuren, "My heart is extremely complicated."

Li Zhao, "???"

Zhou Shuren said sincerely, "I am a little dazed. I really didn't think I would be able to take the position of Shangshu so early."

Li Zhao and several ministers sitting nearby also felt complicated when they heard this.

Then Zhou Shuren found that no one wanted to drink with him anymore. Even Li Zhao ignored him and curled his lips. They were jealous of him.

Today's banquet was quite interesting. It was not just about watching court dances, but also about having programs brought by diplomatic envoys from various countries, including Western music and dance, which was quite interesting.