Chapter 236: Promote Concubine Feng
Zhuang Hefeng knew that she was being sarcastic and didn't want to argue with her.
She didn't want anything special for the Queen's flower-viewing banquet.
After all, the eldest princess is the adopted daughter of the Queen. Since the Queen has allowed her to appear at this flower-viewing banquet, she must want to give her another chance.
Under Lu Shuyi's gaze, Zhuang Hefeng bowed slightly and continued to move forward with Gu Ruanci and Wu Yixuan.
Zhuang Hefeng knew in her heart that today's flower-viewing banquet was not just an ordinary banquet. Every family dressed up their women like flowers, fearing that the Queen would not see it.
As long as someone catches the Empress's eye and can become the eldest prince, whether he is the principal wife or the concubine, it can be considered as an opportunity for the family.
Gu Ruanci followed closely behind her mother. She looked at her mother's steady steps without thinking much about it.
She had no interest in the eldest prince, nor in the second prince.
So, she didn't put much effort into dressing herself up, as long as she didn't make any mistakes.
Wu Yixuan seemed a little nervous. She held the handkerchief tightly in her hand, and her palms were slightly sweaty.
Before, she was the daughter of the prime minister, so it was not that she had no chance to enter the palace. However, today she is already the young lady of the Duke's Mansion, and her every word and action represents the Gu family, which is different from the past.
When they arrived at the Imperial Garden under the guidance of the palace servants, they were immediately shocked by the scene before them.
At this time, the Imperial Garden was ablaze with flowers, their fragrance filling the air. The Empress had the palace servants prepare a dazzling array of delicacies. The palace maids were busy preparing a variety of fine wines and delicacies.
Zhuang Hefeng took his daughter and daughter-in-law to find a place to sit down. As soon as they sat down, a palace maid came to serve tea.
A few women saw them and naturally came over to say hello.
After all, the Gu family has an extraordinary status, and now it has formed a powerful alliance with the Wu family.
Gu Ruanci looked at the way these family daughters were dressed. Some of them almost had the word "ambition" written directly on their clothes.
But it’s better this way, as it makes it easier for the Queen to make her own decision.
The noble ladies of these families may not have the same freedom as she did when she was in the Gu family.
Perhaps, entering the palace and becoming the eldest prince is another way for them to survive.
Gu Ruanci doesn't have enough energy to understand everyone, and she doesn't want to spare too much kindness to feel sorry for these people.
Being able to manage herself and take care of the people she loves and who love her has already taken up too much of her energy and enthusiasm.
After greeting these ladies, Zhuang Hefeng sat down, picked up the teacup, took a sip, then put it down and began to observe his surroundings.
"It seems that at today's flower viewing banquet, many people are thinking that they are the flower, and they hope that the Queen can pick it on behalf of the Crown Prince and send it to the palace..."
Zhuang Hefeng didn't hide anything and spoke in a low voice.
Wu Yixuan's nervousness had subsided a lot, and she also said: "After all, there are not many opportunities to change your destiny. This is definitely one of them."
Zhuang Hefeng nodded, and just in time saw Ye Lanxin coming over with Ye Lingyue and Zhou Qinzhu.
"They're not afraid of being looked down upon by others for being unlucky, so they insist on coming up..."
Zhuang Hefeng was not in a good mood. Over the years, the two people she hated the most were Zhou Zhili and Ye Lanxin.
Ye Lanxin is always so good at disguising herself. No one knows what sinister tricks she is thinking of in her mind, but she always manages to smile so gently and appropriately.
Zhou Qinzhu is the same. She seems innocent and harmless, but she is actually a scheming person.
Zhuang Hefeng was thinking in his heart, without any smile on his face, and simply ignored Ye Lanxin's smile.
Ye Lanxin had expected this to happen and didn't mind. She followed the palace servants to the table they were supposed to go to.
Sure enough, everyone also disliked Ye Lanxin and others. After all, several people from the Zhou and Ye families had died recently.
Ye Lanxin was also mentally prepared. She sat in their seats very casually and did not go out of her way to greet others.
When Princess Duan appeared with her two concubines and the women in the mansion, everyone hurried forward to pay their respects.
Zhou Qinzhu felt a little uncomfortable when she saw Lu Wenxue.
They used to talk about everything, but Lu Wenxue had been plotting against him the whole time, and even made his reputation worse.
Although, she didn't have much sincerity towards Lu Wenxue at the beginning.
Lu Wenxue also saw Zhou Qinzhu, smiled provocatively, and then shifted her gaze.
This made Zhou Qinzhu feel even more uncomfortable. This bitch really thought that just because she was the county lady, she would always be superior to others?
Zhou Qinzhu's hatred for Lu Wenxue has become the motivation for her to stay awake in the past few days.
She would never allow someone to live so comfortably after betraying her, and she would make the other person pay the price.
Ye Lingyue was also shocked when she saw Zhou Qinzhu's eyes.
My cousin has always shown a gentle face, but the look in her eyes just now was almost murderous.
When she saw that the person Zhou Qinzhu was looking at was Lu Wenxue, she suddenly understood.
Although the Ye family was disliked by everyone, they seemed to be unconcerned. When they saw Princess Duan, they brought people to personally step forward and pay their respects.
As for Concubine Wen, she did not leave out either, but she was very polite when she spoke.
When she saw Concubine Feng, she showed even more enthusiasm.
"Concubine Feng really should go out more often. She's so well-maintained that she doesn't even look like someone who's given birth."
After hearing Ye Lanxin's words, Concubine Feng smiled shyly, "Your Excellency is too kind. I usually use the allowance from the mansion, and the princess gives us good things. She also encourages us to go out for a walk. However, I am not good at socializing, so I have missed many activities. I am sorry to make you laugh."
When Concubine Wen heard what Concubine Feng, who had been honest over the years, said, she suddenly felt a sense of crisis.
At this age, Concubine Feng has suddenly become wise and can even talk!
However, anyone with a discerning eye knew that Concubine Feng was praising the princess, not Prince Duan.
She was very clear-headed and knew that if she wanted to live a peaceful life in the mansion, she should rely on Princess Duan, not Prince Duan.
At this time, the princess said, "You don't have to be so polite. After all, we are all members of the palace. Concubine Wen has seen a lot with the prince, so I can't be too partial to you. Today, the queen is holding a flower viewing banquet, and noble ladies from all families will be present. If there is a suitable one, I will help you decide and find a marriage for Enru."
Concubine Feng immediately said gratefully, "I would like to thank you, Princess..."
Concubine Wen was confused and was about to ask, "What about me?" The princess said, "As for Concubine Wen's daughter, Ennan, she has high standards. If there is anyone she likes, she should just tell His Majesty directly."
Concubine Wen had already started cursing in her heart. This Mo Qianxiang must have done it on purpose!
This was happening in front of everyone, stepping on herself to embarrass Concubine Feng.
Seeing Concubine Feng's humble look, a sneer appeared on the corner of her mouth.
Bitch, do you really think that you can get ahead of me by clinging to the princess's thigh?
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