The Moon Over Tang Dynasty

 Chapter 106: Playing on the occasion, hard to guard against

 Having just arrived, the carriage Liuli was riding in had already driven out of Xinchangfang. Through the gauze on the window, Liuli looked at Pei Xingjian who was following the car on horseback. She still felt a little unbelievable: How could the family who had just paid a visit to Zhongjuan Pei get to this smoothly? Mrs. Zheng, who used to be eager to look at people with her nostrils, always had a smile on her face. Pei Anshi's kind words poured out of her mouth as if there were no coins left. The two brothers and sister-in-law were also full of kindness, kindness and considerateness - in other places, This may all be perfectly normal. But the problem is, this is nowhere else...

Of course, the most abnormal thing was Pei Xingjian. When Pei Anshi asked him to have dinner, he actually agreed with a smile. He only said that he would go to Hedong Gongfu to pay a visit first and then rush back to receive the meal at noon. What on earth did he do? Thought? You don’t think this family has really changed their gender, do you?

The carriage went north along the avenue under the east wall of Chang'an City, and walked for more than a quarter of an hour before arriving at Yongjiafang, where the Hedong Palace is located. It is close to Tonghua Gate, not far from the imperial palace, and has the Longshou Canal. Passing through the square, it is said that some alchemists once concluded that the noble spirit was very strong, so it has been the square where princes and princes gathered since Zhenguan. Liuli's carriage passed two princess mansions and a small Yu Shinan Temple, and walked north for a while before slowing down in front of a neatly built house beside Longshou Canal. A man who looked like a steward came over and took Pei Xingjian's horse: "The eldest princess has a destiny. Jiulang is not an outsider, so please go in with her."

Liuli got off the car at the second door. In front of the door, there was already a well-dressed housekeeper and a maid waiting for her. Inside the door, there were already two eaves waiting there. Liuli had already seen this kind of wealthy family behavior in Zhao Guogong's mansion. , thanked her with a smile and sat down, but the lady in charge was secretly surprised when she saw her nonchalant look.

As Jianyu walked eastward along the bluestone road, Liuli noticed that although the Hedong Duke's Mansion seemed not as spacious as the Zhao Guogong's Mansion, it was surrounded by clear water and winding paths leading to secluded areas. The beauty of the forest and spring seemed to be even better. The appearance of a slave is no worse than that of the Duke of Zhao. Yanzi walked for a long time and stopped in front of a yard with white walls and green tiles. Entering the entrance hall, in front of you is a hall with painted beams and carved edifices. As soon as you reach the bottom of the steps, the Crown Prince's wife, Mrs. Cui, greets you with a smile, "Jiulang and Auntie are here!"

After two greetings, Liuli went up the steps. Before she entered the door, she felt a subtle fragrance coming from inside the curtain. Wherever the embroidered curtain was raised, what she could see was tulips on the walls and green on the floor. Brocade, the mat was covered with dusty mattresses, and the hall was hung with purple silk curtains. Even though Liuli had been mentally prepared for this, she was still shocked by the aura of wealth.

I saw a man in his fifties sitting on the east banquet in the hall, with fair face and beautiful beard, and an extraordinary bearing. Next to him, the beautiful woman with a tall bun and a tall bun was sitting leisurely, which was even more indescribable. Luxurious and comfortable.

Pei Xingjian still acted as if he were at Pei Anshi's house. He walked forward slowly and gave a long salute, "My nephew has met his uncle and he has met the eldest princess." Liuli also folded her hands and bowed and saluted, "My nephew is here for my uncle, and I am here for the eldest princess." Greetings, eldest princess."

Hedong Gong Pei’s lawyer smiled and nodded, “It’s been a while since I’ve seen him keep his promise.”

Pei Xingjian replied, "I should have come to visit you earlier, but due to complicated public and private matters, it has been postponed until today."

The eldest princess of Linhai also sat up straight, looked at Liuli up and down several times, and saw that she was wearing a beige short jacket with square and dark patterns, a long skirt with eight patterns of vermilion flowers, a green mud-gold shawl, and a headband. The red gold-dotted emerald bird is holding a branch and swaying, with a snow-white face, brown eyes and red lips. I don't know if the color contrast of the clothes is too sharp, or the complexion is really fresh and moist, but the appearance makes people dare not look at it, and in the heart He moved slightly, with a smile on his face, "A Cui is right, I really have a good character."

Ms. Cui stood aside and said with a smile, "I almost didn't recognize her when I glanced at her just now. My aunt is actually a little more out of place than before."

Liuli could only blush and smile without saying a word. The eldest princess of Linhai turned to Pei Xingjian and said, "Everyone said that you married a beautiful woman. I really feel pity for you. Keep your promise and don't hide it from others." If you see it, you should take her out and walk around more. "

Pei Xingjian smiled and bowed, "My wife is just a country woman, I dare not praise her as the eldest princess."

The eldest princess Linhai glanced at Liuli again with a smile, waved her hand lazily and said, "You two are talking here, but I want to go out for a walk to keep my promise. Can you lend me your beauty?"

Pei Xingjian was startled for a moment, nodded and said with a smile, "But according to the eldest princess's orders. It's just that my wife doesn't know the etiquette. If there is any offense, please forgive me."

Mrs. Cui hurriedly stepped forward to help the eldest princess of Linhai stand up, and said with a smile, "Don't worry about keeping your promise. The eldest princess is happy when she sees a beauty. She just took her for a walk in the courtyard. She will come as a guest next time. , and you will know the way.”

The eldest princess nodded, "Exactly, how can such a beautiful woman keep her promise and hide herself at home? She should be allowed to be seen by everyone."

Liuli had no choice but to go up and hold the other hand of Princess Linhai, and walked out slowly.

After going downstairs, under the outdoor light, Liuli could see clearly. The eldest princess looked young, and the corners of her eyes and mouth were a little loose. She should be over forty years old, but her skin was extremely white and tender, and there was something in her expression. She is naturally delicate and looks like a young woman at first glance. Thinking of how much money this princess spent every day to maintain this skin, she couldn't help but shake her head secretly.

The eldest princess of Linhai also glanced sideways at Liuli, and suddenly sighed, "A Cui told me when he came back that time that you have some similarities with my adopted daughter's character. I'm really not wrong. You can look at her face carefully. It's quite different. It's rare that you are as weak as a delicate lady in body and bearing. When I saw you today, I really missed her! Alas, my daughter couldn't even have a child, so I couldn't even have a child. Don't even think about it. If you have time in the future, you must come to this house more often. "

Liuli felt tired, her hands trembled slightly, she lowered her eyes and said with a smile, "Liuli is only afraid of disturbing the eldest princess."

The eldest princess smiled and took off a bracelet from her wrist, raised Liuli's left hand and put it on, "Then it's settled!"

Liuli was about to shirk it, but the eldest princess smiled and said, "It's just a gadget. Everyone has a share in the little lady who comes to see me!"

Liuli lowered his head and took a look, and saw that it was a red gold filigree bracelet. The joints were made to look like birds holding beads. It was extremely delicate. Among the bracelets she had ever seen, I was afraid that the tassel bracelet was slightly better. Are these things shared by everyone? The style of this princess is really much broader than that of the concubines!

I heard the eldest princess say again, "I have nothing else to do here. The hibiscus banquet held in spring and summer is quite famous. I'm afraid only half of these beautiful ladies from Chang'an can come. You also happen to know more people..." 　　　 Cui Shi then smiled and said, "Mom, please thank the princess quickly, but this is something that no one else can grab."

Liuli groaned secretly and muttered, "Liuli thanks the princess for your appreciation, but Liuli comes from a small family and doesn't know many ladies, so she's afraid it will embarrass the princess."

The eldest princess smiled and said, "What are you afraid of? Who is born to recognize people? If others don't tell me, your sister will naturally be in this house at that time. Are you afraid that no one can talk to you?" She turned around and said to her. Mrs. Cui said, "I feel relieved after seeing Liuli. If my sister has such character, how can she be so bad?"

There was a trace of worry on Liuli's face, "Liuli's sister is very smart, but she is a bit straight-tempered. I hope the eldest princess and Madam will teach her more in the future. Liuli thanked her first." He bowed.

The eldest princess laughed, and then asked Liuli carefully what she liked to do on weekdays and where she had been when she was in the palace. Liuli answered each one carefully, and it took nearly two-quarters of an hour to walk around. After returning to the upper room, the eldest princess smiled and said, "Seeing that it's getting late, why don't we just stay and have a meal to keep our promise? Ruzhuo is afraid that he will be back soon. Last time, he said he hadn't been together for a long time." Drinking tea with you, she can be considered his sister-in-law."

 Pei Ruzhuo? Liuli felt her heart tightening slightly, and saw Pei Xingjian standing up with a smile, "The eldest princess has an order, and she didn't dare to disobey it. It's just that before she came, the clan uncle insisted on leaving food. Yue was afraid that the princess and her uncle would have to wait for a long time, so she agreed to come to see her first and then go get the meal later. The uncle also specially asked two brothers to come back to accompany them. I am afraid that they are already waiting at this moment. If I don't keep my promise, it will really be a waste. It's too rude, please forgive me princess and uncle."

The eldest princess couldn't help being startled. She glanced at Liuli, who was beside her with a low eyebrow, and sighed, "I wanted to keep your wife for a little longer, but today I can't. Anyway, don't shirk it next time!"

Pei Xingjian responded with a smile, and said it was getting late, so he took Liuli and left.

Seeing that Pei Xingjian and Liuli had gone away, Lawyer Pei also stood up and said, "I also have something to do and I have to go to the study outside. Atui, please wait on the princess to eat."

The eldest princess glanced at Lawyer Pei with a smile, "I know, don't you just think that the food here is not as good as the food in restaurants outside?"

Lawyer Pei smiled and saluted, "Princess, I'm really unjust. I really have something to do. I'll report it to the princess later. I'll take my leave."

Although Ms. Cui had long been used to seeing the couple acting like this, she still couldn't help but feel a little nauseous. When Lawyer Pei walked away, she sighed with envy. The eldest princess suddenly felt better. She looked at Ms. Cui sideways and smiled and said, "You are just too honest. You should be smarter so that you can save yourself from hanging around with those cheap maids all day long!"

Mrs. Cui bowed her head to accept the instruction, cursing in her heart: Most of those cheap maids were not given by you? He really didn't want to say more on this matter, so he quickly changed the topic, "I didn't expect Pei Shouyue to have agreed to eat there today."

The eldest princess of Linhai sneered, "Of course he had planned it a long time ago. This Pei Shouyue is doing things more and more carefully now. I heard from people in Chang'an County Government that his Chang'an order was actually watertight... Atui , Although this Cudi has a timid temperament, he should not be underestimated! "

Ms. Cui couldn't help being surprised, "What do A'jia think of her?"

The eldest princess frowned and said, "Looking at her demeanor today, she is just an ordinary Xiaojiabiyu. But if that is the case, with her appearance and background, why didn't Wu Zhaoyi arrange for her to win over the Holy Emperor? But it made Pei Shou happy. Yue? This fact is unusual. She must have something special about her. Besides, the current situation in the court...Don't forget that Pei Shouyue has been promoted to the fifth rank, and this time the emperor sent troops to fight against Goryeo. Shuai is the adoptive father of this Cudi family. I heard that he has not been on an expedition in the past thirty years!"

Mrs. Cui hurriedly asked, "In the princess' opinion, she is actually Wu Zhaoyi's chess piece?"

The eldest princess nodded, "Most likely. Fortunately, according to her aunt who was a concubine in Pei Duwei's family, she and Pei Shouyue should have had an affair for a long time, which is really wonderful. "

Mrs. Cui looked at the eldest princess in surprise. She couldn't think of anything wonderful about this matter: they were already married. Even if they had an affair before marriage, it would be nothing more than a love affair... After thinking about it for a long time, she still couldn't I couldn't help but ask, "According to the A family's wishes, how should we deal with her?"

The eldest princess smiled lazily, "Haven't everyone we wanted to buy bought? Besides, couldn't you see that I have already dealt with her today!"

   p.s. My name is embarrassing. Lord Hedong calls him Lawyer Pei (his younger brother is called Master Pei, a lawyer, a Buddhist believer who upholds strict laws and regulations). There is nothing I can do...

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