Chapter 923 is really inappropriate
Jiang Lianzhu appeared calm on the surface, but was still a little surprised inside.
The eldest princess used to be so outgoing, but now she seems like a different person, depressed, indifferent and boring.
"Going to practice cultivation is too quiet. You are still in your teens, so it's not suitable for you. Why don't you go to Tianya Academy to study? Reading can also help you calm down and practice..."
Madam Zhou also advised, "Grand Princess, we understand that you want to pray for the late emperor, but going to a Taoist temple outside the city to practice is so dangerous! You are a princess of noble status. Where can there be a Taoist temple outside the city that can match your status?"
The eldest princess remained silent.
She seemed unable to listen.
The Second Princess said sternly beside her, "Sister, I think it's inappropriate for you to go to the Taoist temple to practice cultivation! You are a princess, and if you practice cultivation with your hands free, people who know will praise you for your filial piety and pray for your father. But those who don't know will think that the Emperor and his younger brother have treated you unfairly and forced you to practice cultivation. They will think that the two regents are using their power for personal gain and are deliberately making things difficult for you. This will also damage the reputation of the royal family and will also allow people with ulterior motives to belittle the two regents and criticize their character. It is truly inappropriate."
The eldest princess turned pale and explained, "I don't have such thoughts... I just stay alone in the room, often feeling that life is hopeless, and I miss my father very much. I'm not as capable as you, who can go out to fight in the army. I don't know anything..."
The Second Princess said, "If you really want to practice cultivation and pray for your father, then you can go directly to the Royal Temple. Master Dazhi and the others are here. If you're bored, you can often go there to listen to the sutras. It's better than any Taoist temple outside the city. It won't attract criticism, and you'll be safer. Although the Baihua Tower has been eradicated, there are still those desperate bandits or foreign spies."
After all, the second princess is someone who has seen the world.
Consider the problem more comprehensively.
The eldest princess felt a little lost. She just wanted to find a place where no one was around to meditate.
She had considered the Royal Temple before, but she knew Master Dazhi and the others, so the Royal Temple was not her first choice.
After hearing the Second Princess explain the seriousness of the problem, she said softly, "Then, I'll go to the Royal Temple to meditate! I won't go to Tianya Academy. I don't like studying, and I'm not cut out for it. Tianya Academy also has too many students, and I don't like dealing with people anymore."
Then, fearing that Jiang Lianzhu and the others would not agree and that Dabao would be unhappy, she looked up cautiously.
He whispered, "Is it okay?"
Dabao said nothing and looked at Jiang Lianzhu.
This is to hear what Jiang Lianzhu thinks.
Jiang Lianzhu thought for a moment, "Since you've made up your mind to pray for the late emperor, then go to the Royal Temple. It's close to the palace, the security is good, and there's Master Dazhi there. He's an accomplished monk. Spending more time with him will improve your fortune. You have to observe mourning for the late emperor for three years anyway, so go to the Royal Temple first. After three years, when you've fulfilled your filial duty, you can see how it goes. If you don't want to practice anymore, it won't be too late to choose a good man to marry."
In Da'an State, when an elder in the family passes away, children, grandchildren and other immediate family members must observe a period of mourning.
Generally, mourning lasts for three years.
The eldest princess wanted to say something, but felt it was too far away.
It’s still early.
Today is Chinese New Year, and it would be bad if we keep bringing up these things that would spoil the fun and ruin the emperor's mood.
Her maids and wet nurses reminded her every day that the late emperor had passed away. Although the new emperor was kind and the two regents were generous and did not hold grudges against her about the past, she also restrained herself, changed her temper, and learned to read people's expressions.
The second princess can fight and has won a good reputation and the love of the people. She can't do anything and if she doesn't learn her lesson, how can she live a good life in the future?
She said she was not convinced, but she agreed with it in her heart. She was already sad because her father was no longer around, and the people around her warned her about this, which made her life even more unhappy and worried every day. That's why she thought of becoming a nun and practicing Buddhism, away from the troubles of the world.
"Okay. I'll listen to you, my lady."
After the two princesses finished their conversation, Dabao asked Erbao about her study plan for next year.
Erbao promised Dabao that no matter how far he went in his studies, he would at least write a few poems and essays, and also practice martial arts, horse riding, archery, and so on...
Jiang Lianzhu's eyelids twitched when she heard this. This little guy was bragging without any preparation and just spoke without thinking.
Last year, I promised President Tan Tao that I would invite him to have New Year’s Eve dinner with me.
Liao Jiu tried to invite President Tan Tao this year, but he didn't come. He said Xuan Zhan was not there, and it would be boring for an old man like him to come. Besides, he had just returned to Tianya Academy and had a lot of things to do there, so he didn't come.
If he came over, Erbao probably wouldn't dare to brag in front of the old man.
Halfway through the meal, Jiang Lianzhu asked Erya and the others to go downstairs to eat as well.
They were the head maids, and the fat boy was the manager. They were all from Shamen County and went to have the reunion dinner together.
Jiang Lianzhu and the others can just leave the little palace maids here to serve them.
Erya and the others couldn't resist, so they thanked Jiang Lianzhu happily and went to the big kitchen outside to prepare the banquet.
After Jiang Lianzhu and the others finished eating, the palace maids served them tea and helped them rinse their mouths.
Dabao rarely has a day off, so he doesn't go to the imperial study to work overtime.
Mrs. Zhou did not go back either, and everyone stayed together to celebrate the New Year.
The eldest princess and the second princess were a little reserved, so they left early.
The rest of us will celebrate the New Year together.
Madam Zhou had stayed in Fengyang Palace for so long that she had become half the owner of the palace. She got along well with the children, just like they were one of her own family.
The banquet was cleared away, and the hall was reset with a charcoal brazier, a large table, various fruits and snacks, fruit juices and drinks, and a chess board for entertainment. Everyone gathered together to prepare to stay up all night to celebrate the New Year.
Jiang Lianzhu went to the kitchen and saw Erya, Sanya, and the fat boy still having a lively New Year's dinner.
There were many servants in Fengyang Palace, including more than ten high-ranking palace maids and stewards.
All eat together.
Erya has the highest position and sits at the very top.
Their reunion dinner was also very sumptuous. The table was filled with delicious dishes that smelled delicious.
Jiang Lianzhu went in, and the bustling kitchen became quiet.
"Eat! Don't be shy, I just came to see you and thank you for your hard work at Fengyang Palace over the past year..."
Everyone knew that Jiang Lianzhu was a good master, but they couldn't accept this. How could a master tell his servants that he worked hard? Everyone was flattered and said it was their due.
"Master, you are too polite! Being able to serve in Fengyang Palace is a blessing earned by us in our previous lives."
Jiang Lianzhu knew that with her present, no one would be able to eat properly.
Without saying much, he took out the gold leaves that had been prepared in advance and gave each person a small bag.
It’s considered New Year’s money.
The servants were even happier.
Receiving New Year's money from the Regent on New Year's Eve is both practical and decent, and it is an honor to tell others about it.
Everyone thanked Jiang Lianzhu.
Jiang Lianzhu asked someone to serve them a few more dishes and let them eat and drink well before leaving.
It is originally a friendship between master and servant, and the master does his best to show his sincerity.
Although they are all slaves, they are kind-hearted. It is always good to communicate more and show care for each other.
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