Chapter 44: Abuse of Green Tea Girl
The palace maids sent by the Queen came in one after another holding trays, and they all bowed.
"Master Jin An of Jinyun Township, this is a gift from the Queen."
A pair of auspicious dragon and phoenix jade pendants, a pair of red gold filigree bracelets, a pair of gold beaded necklaces, a pair of white jade mandarin duck buckles, a cloud brocade and gold cloak, and a five-tailed gold phoenix hairpin.
These are all tributes, and each one is exquisite.
Yun Zheng gently stroked the colorful cloak, which was as bright as clouds and inlaid with precious gems. It was so luxurious.
The palace attendant was very kind. "I've come specially to help you make clothes for you, both the formal attire for the imperial court and the auspicious attire for the celebration."
"Thank you very much."
Ye Yizhen's eyeballs were stuck on the five-tailed golden phoenix hairpin and couldn't be pulled out. Under the candlelight, the phoenix hairpin was golden and magnificent, and stunningly beautiful.
Most importantly, this dynasty has strict regulations that the nine-tailed phoenix hairpin is worn by the empress, the five-tailed phoenix hairpin is worn by the princess, and the ladies with imperial edicts can wear the three-tailed phoenix hairpin, but ordinary people are not allowed to wear it.
It was a status symbol, something she had always dreamed of.
She sought it desperately but couldn't get it, but Yun Zheng got it easily. Ye Yizhen's heart was burned by jealousy.
She couldn't help but speak, "Aunt, Yun Zheng is disrespectful to her parents-in-law, refuses to obey her husband's discipline, and is out in public every day instead of at home. I'm afraid she will let down the Queen's kindness."
The maid frowned slightly and spoke rashly, without any manners. "Who are you?"
The master liked Lady Jinyun very much because she only sent gifts to the queen and not to the most favored imperial concubine.
For this purpose, the emperor specially came to Kunning Palace to chat with the queen for a long time and even rested in the palace.
This was an unexpected surprise for the queen, who had not received favor for a long time.
But what kind of nonsense was this woman saying? Her malicious intent was not concealed at all.
Ye Yizhen smiled shyly, "I am the eldest lady of the Pingxi Marquis's Mansion, Ye Yizhen."
The maid suddenly realized, "So it's you. The Queen has ordered that Ye Yizhen, jealous and vain, be punished by copying the female code of conduct one hundred times daily under the supervision of the Jinyun Township Lord. She will also be fined two thousand gold coins to be used as military rations."
Sure enough, how could the stingy king let Ye Yichen go?
It would be embarrassing for a king to deal with a weak woman, so let the queen punish her.
She even let the rival team supervise her. How mean!
One hundred times a day? That would require not eating, drinking, or sleeping. Also, a fine of two thousand gold coins, that's twenty thousand taels of silver. Where would she get so much money?
Ye Yizhen's eyes went dark and her blood boiled. How could the Queen treat her like this?
No, it’s the Dog Emperor!
"Hahaha." Yun Zheng was so happy.
In the following days, the Pingxi Marquis's Mansion closed its doors to visitors. The marquis's wife became ill due to anger and never recovered. She felt drowsy every day and had a high fever.
As a daughter-in-law, Ye Yizhen naturally had to take care of her father and did her best to show her ability.
The Marquis' wife was in a bad mood and kept harassing her daughter-in-law. "Ye, I'm thirsty. Pour me some water."
A hint of annoyance flashed across Ye Yizhen's eyes. She had stayed up all night copying the women's rings and serving her mother-in-law. Her eyes were still swollen and her head was dizzy. "Yes."
The Marquis's wife complained that the tea was sometimes too hot, sometimes too cold, and nothing seemed right.
Ye Yizhen's expression became increasingly ugly, but she didn't dare to say a word.
Jiang Wenzhou walked in and couldn't help but feel distressed, "Mom, please don't be like this."
The Marquis’ wife disliked everyone and said, “You married a wife and forgot your mother. I raised you in vain.”
Jiang Wenzhou felt uncomfortable. After losing his position as the crown prince, he could clearly feel the change in everyone's attitude towards him.
He used to be extremely respectful, but now, he seems a little perfunctory.
"How about this, I'll have Yun Zheng called to take care of him. She's also my daughter-in-law."
A hint of satisfaction flashed in Ye Yizhen's eyes. She couldn't bear this suffering alone.
But she was destined to be disappointed, as the servant came back soon.
"The village head said she wanted to come and take care of the patient, but state affairs were more important. The auction was just around the corner, and the preparations were incredibly complex. She was too busy to come."
Ye Yizhen was almost going crazy with jealousy. "It's just an auction, and she's just going through the motions, acting as a mascot. She doesn't really think she can be of any use, does she? This is ridiculous. Go, tell her this."
The servant hurried away and hurried back, "The village master said that if you can't eat grapes, you will say they are sour. Mr. Jiang is a lazy young man who will move out of the Marquis' Mansion in the future. You should think more about your future."
He pierced the area where it hurt, and every time he pierced the target, he made all three of them very angry with just one sentence. How hateful.
When this happened, everyone was shocked and talked about it, saying all kinds of things.
However, soon, the news that the Ministry of Revenue and Prince Rui were about to hold an auction spread throughout the capital. Those who received invitations were overjoyed, while those who did not received invitations sighed in regret, as this was a symbol of status.
Jingyaju is the top teahouse in the capital and a favorite place for dignitaries.
The environment is beautiful, the decoration is elegant and poetic, and there are all kinds of new things.
Today, guests came to visit, and carriages came one after another, blocking the road.
The lobby was crowded with people, and the luxurious boxes on the second and third floors were also filled with dignitaries.
In the most luxurious private room, the Minister of Revenue frowned and looked down, "Your Highness, it's just an auction. Is it necessary to mobilize such a large force?"
Civil and military officials, nobles from all walks of life, and people from the palace of the married princess all came.
You know, before, when those confiscated items were auctioned, the news was usually leaked in advance, and those who wanted to buy them would send a servant over.
All are sold at 70% off, while stocks last.
But this time, they booked the entire teahouse and invited so many distinguished guests, it was a grand occasion.
Li Wuyang's eyebrows were indifferent. "I want to do it. Do you have any objection?"
The Minister of Revenue was silent for a moment, "I dare not."
There was a knock on the door, and a voice came from outside, "Master Jinyun is here."
"Come in."
Yun Zheng was dressed in red, with bright eyes and white teeth, and was bright and charming.
She bowed and said, "Greetings to His Highness, and to the Minister."
Li Wuyang pointed to a seat on the side and said, "Sit down."
Yun Zheng didn't sit down, but presented the process of the auction, "Your Highness, I have arranged everything."
She arranged the entire auction, down to the smallest detail.
Li Wuyang browsed casually and raised his eyebrows in surprise.
The Minister of Revenue on the side could no longer sit still and pointed at the Yuqian Longjing tea on the table, "Master Jinyun, do you have to pay for this tea?"
There are also three set meals, which include tea, water and snacks. The price of each set is different, so you can choose whatever you want.
The most expensive set meal costs one hundred taels, which only includes a pot of tea and four snacks. How is this different from robbing people?
Yun Zheng nodded as a matter of course. "Yes, paying for food and drinks is only natural, isn't it? Besides, the chef we invited is the emperor. Ordinary people don't have the honor of eating imperial food."
"That's too mercenary."
Yun Zheng smiled slightly, "One third of the profits will go to the Ministry of Revenue."
The Minister of Revenue didn't care about these petty profits. "This little money is not something our Ministry of Revenue cares about."
Li Wuyang raised the corner of his mouth slightly, "Okay, this profit belongs to Mingjingsi."
Somehow, the Minister of Revenue had a bad feeling, "Your Majesty."
At this moment, he didn't know what he had missed, and when he found out, he regretted it so much.
The eldest daughter of the Yun family is Shancai Longnv, please take her with you! I beg you!!!
Next, it was time for Yun Zheng to take the stage and shine...
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