This scholar is a bit cruel

Chapter 209 Meeting the Imperial Concubine
Night falls.

After the carriage crossed the palace bridge outside the city wall, it arrived in front of the palace gate.

Everyone got off the carriage and was inspected.

The other people from the four major families had already gone in and informed the guards in advance that some people would arrive later.

So after Bai Qingtong and his group got off the bus, the guards did not ask any questions but let them go after a routine check.

The group boarded the carriage, passed through the heavy city gate, and entered the palace.

The carriage began to slow down.

The wheels rolled slowly on the clean bluestone slabs, making a gurgling sound.

in the carriage.

After listening to Luo Zijun's words, Bai Qingtong only said one sentence: "Brother-in-law, we are a family. If you need any help in the future, just let me know."

After a long silence, Jia Tanchun expressed her attitude: "When I return, I will secretly investigate Lai Da's illegal activities over the years, as well as his corruption in my Jia family. Mr. Luo, rest assured, I will not tell anyone about this."

Luo Zijun said: "I hope you two can help me investigate the leader of the Qinghai Gang, Chai Jiu."

Both nodded.

Jia Tanchun said with an unpleasant expression, "If this matter is really related to Lai Da, then it is too terrible. He is just a servant of my Jia family, but he secretly raised so many assassins and knew so many warriors. Even the maids and nannies of my Jia family secretly worked for him. I don't know what evil intentions he has."

Luo Zijun did not comment.

No matter what evil intentions the other party has towards the Jia family, it has nothing to do with him.

He just wanted revenge.

He now revealed the other party's true identity to the third young lady of the Jia family in advance. Although it was for his own sake, it also helped the Jia family and made them alert. It was also a way of repaying the favor of the third young lady.

Otherwise, the entire Jia family might be emptied out and they would still be kept in the dark.

At this time, the carriage stopped.

Hua'er's voice came from outside: "Miss, Madam asked me to wait for you here. Everyone has gone to Jing'an Building in the back. The stage has been set up, and Concubine Jia has also arrived in advance."

Bai Qingtong and others hurriedly got off the carriage.

Behind Hua'er, there were several palace maids and eunuchs, all holding lanterns in their hands.

After Jia Tanchun got off the car, she said happily, "Hua'er, has the imperial concubine arrived early?"

Hua'er said, "Yes, she is talking to Old Madam Jia there now."

When Jia Tanchun heard this, she couldn't wait to go over.

The eunuchs and palace maids hurriedly held lanterns and led the way.

Luo Zijun asked in a low voice: "Are the eldest lady and Fanfen here?"

Hua'er shook her head and whispered back, "Madam has tried to persuade her for a long time but to no avail. The eldest lady said she was not feeling well and did not want to go out."

Bai Qingtong smiled and said, "With Miss Liu by my side, my brother-in-law can still remember my sister. It seems that my sister still has a place in my heart."

Liu Chujian followed silently behind without saying a word.

Luo Zijun said: "Miss San is joking. Miss Eldest and I are husband and wife, so she naturally has a place in my heart."

Bai Qingtong deliberately asked: "Then where does my sister rank in my brother-in-law's heart?"

Luo Zijun said: "Miss Third asked in person, so naturally he would be ranked first."

When these words were spoken, several people burst out laughing.

"Brother-in-law is really honest."

Bai Qingtong smiled and glanced behind him, then asked, "What about Miss Liu in your brother-in-law's heart? Where does she rank?"

Luo Zijun said: "Tied for first place with the eldest lady."

Several people laughed again.

Talking all the way, led by the eunuchs and palace maids, they soon arrived at the Jing'an Building in Fengyou Palace.

The whole attic was brightly decorated with colorful lights.

There were many maids, nannies, eunuchs and palace maids guarding downstairs.

Liu Chujian stopped and whispered, "You guys go in, Bi'er and I will wait here."

Bai Qingtong hesitated for a moment and said, "Let's go upstairs together. It shouldn't be a big deal."

Liu Chujian quickly shook her head: "After all, I am the daughter of an official family. It is not appropriate for me to meet the queen and the imperial concubine without an invitation."

Luo Zijun said: "It's okay, just let her wait here with the maids in the Bai Mansion."

Seeing him say this, Bai Qingtong instructed Hua'er beside her, "Hua'er, stay here with Miss Liu. If you have any questions, come up to me."

Huaer said, "Yes, Miss."

So, only Bai Qingtong, Jia Tanchun and Luo Zijun entered the attic.

At the door, another eunuch confirmed their identities before respectfully leading the three people upstairs.

"Miss Jia, your people are on the fifth floor. The imperial concubine is also there. I will take you upstairs."

When they reached the fourth floor, a eunuch bowed his head and said to Jia Tanchun.

Everyone in the Bai family was sitting in the rooms on the fourth floor, so Bai Qingtong and Luo Zijun naturally had to stay on the fourth floor.

Jia Tanchun said something to the two men and went upstairs under the guidance of the eunuch.

Luo Zijun and Bai Qingtong entered the room and found that although there were many people inside, they were all quiet and no one dared to speak.

Seeing the two people come in, the young ladies of the Bai family quickly stood up and greeted them.

Luo Zijun felt awkward when he saw the room was full of women. After greeting his mother-in-law, he didn't know where to sit.

The eldest lady didn't come. If she had come, he would naturally sit with her.

All the young ladies from the Bai family in the room were secretly looking at him and talking in low voices. No one knew what they were discussing, and they were laughing secretly from time to time.

Chu Meixiang was talking to Miss Bai San: "Your grandmother doesn't like crowds, so she didn't come..."

Luo Zijun saw Bai Yuning laughing at him, so he immediately walked over, sat down with the little girl, and asked, "How did you do on your last homework?" Bai Yuning smiled and said, "I've finished it all. I've memorized everything."

When Luo Zijun was about to ask her to recite it again, a girl next to her said with a smile: "Sir, should we call you sir or brother-in-law from now on?"

The other girls around were all laughing, but they were probably not laughing at the fact that he married into the wife's family and became his brother-in-law.

Luo Zijun said, "In the school, call me Mr., and outside, call me brother-in-law. Of course, you can call me whatever you want."

Bai Yuning smiled and said, "Brother Zijun?"

Luo Zijun said: "Of course."

A young girl next to him said, "Brother-in-law, I heard that Sister Qiu Ning wanted to marry you before, but you didn't want her, right?"

As soon as these words were spoken, Bai Qiu Ning next to her blushed immediately and wanted to pinch her mouth.

Another girl asked, "Why did I hear it was Sister Yiyi and Li'er?"

The girl whose name was mentioned immediately became anxious and blushed as she spat, "It's obviously you!"

When everyone was having fun, the maid guarding the door suddenly came in and said, "Madam, Miss, the Imperial Concubine and the young ladies of the Jia family are here."

When everyone heard this, they were shocked and immediately quieted down.

Chu Meixiang stood up hurriedly and said, "Please come in."

At this time, several palace maids came in first and stood in two rows on both sides.

Then, a eunuch's voice sounded at the door: "The Imperial Concubine is here!"

Chu Meixiang hurriedly brought the women of the Bai family and waited at the door with their heads down.

Soon, the girls from the Jia family came in from the door, surrounded by a graceful and elegant woman wearing a royal blue dress and phoenix-beaded tassels on her head.

Chu Meixiang and the women of the Bai family hurriedly bowed their heads and saluted, saying, "Greetings to the Imperial Concubine. May the Imperial Concubine live a thousand years!"

Luo Zijun stood at the end, also bowed his head and bent over, looking at the ground.

Jia Yuanchun smiled and said, "Aunt Chu, there is no need to be polite. My sisters, there is no need to be polite. I am just here to take a look. There is no need to be so particular."

Chu Meixiang quickly asked her to sit in the upper seat, and she sat beside her.

Jia Yuanchun first asked about her health, then asked about the second aunt who married into the Jia family from Suguo Mansion, and then talked about some other things.

After exchanging pleasantries for a while, Jia Yuanchun suddenly smiled and asked, "By the way, Aunt Chu, has Young Master Luo arrived?"

As soon as these words came out, Chu Meixiang hurriedly said, "Here it comes, here it comes!"

Then he hurriedly said, "Zijun, come over and pay your respects to the Imperial Concubine!"

Upon hearing this, Luo Zijun immediately lowered his head and stepped forward, not looking sideways, bowing his head and saying, "Luo Zijun pays respects to the Imperial Concubine, and wishes the Imperial Concubine a thousand years of longevity!"

Jia Yuanchun stared at him from head to toe and couldn't help but praise him, "I didn't expect that Young Master Luo is not only talented, but also handsome. How rare, how rare."

Then he smiled at Chu Meixiang and said, "It's a pity that my Jia family doesn't have that blessing. Aunt Chu got such an excellent son-in-law for nothing."

Chu Meixiang also said modestly: "It can't compare to the blessing of your Jia family. With the imperial concubine here, who can compare to it?"

Jia Yuanchun smiled, looked at the young man in front of her, and asked, "Since Mr. Luo finished writing the last book "Shenyuan Love Dream", why haven't you written any more books? I'm still eagerly waiting to read it."

Luo Zijun lowered his head and said, "I've been busy studying for exams recently, so I don't have time to write. If the Imperial Concubine likes to read it, I'll think about another one after I go back."

Jia Yuanchun smiled and said, "I was just saying this casually. Of course, studying and preparing for the exam is more important. With Mr. Luo's talent, I'm sure you will pass the exam next autumn."

Luo Zijun said: "Thank you for your good words, Madam."

At this time, a maid came to report: "The Queen has left."

When these words were spoken, everyone's expressions became stern.

Jia Yuanchun stood up quickly and said, "Let's go downstairs to welcome the emperor."

Everyone hurriedly followed behind him and went downstairs.

The other female members of the four major families also received the news. They quickly put their clothes in order and went downstairs together.

Today's queen is the one who holds the most real power in Daliang, just like a king.

The four major families stood on both sides.

Everyone in the Jia family gathered behind Concubine Jia, all with their heads bowed and looks of respect on their faces.

Concubine Jia supported Lady Jia.

The other female members of the family also lowered their heads and bent over, not daring to make any sound.

At this time, eunuchs and palace maids arrived first.

"The Queen has already left Yaohua Palace!"

Another moment.

"The Queen has already crossed the White Jade Bridge!"

About half an incense stick of time passed.

"The Queen has entered Jing'an Palace!"

At this time, a large number of palace maids and eunuchs came, and velvet carpets were spread on the ground, scattered with flowers, and bright yellow phoenix umbrellas were raised on both sides.

At this time, Jia Yuanchun immediately supported Jia's mother and knelt on the ground.

When the others saw this, they also knelt down and kept silent with their heads down.

Under the stage not far away, the actors who were preparing to perform were all dressed in colorful clothes and knelt on the ground respectfully.

The entire Jing'an Building was suddenly silent, as if one could hear each other's breathing.

Luo Zijun also followed the Bai family and knelt at the back, thinking to herself: The imperial concubine was close to her just now, and there were so many people watching, so she didn't look up at her. Now hiding behind the crowd, I can take the opportunity to see what the queen, who is known as the most beautiful woman in Daliang, looks like.

Another moment passed.

Suddenly, a eunuch screamed: "The Queen is here——"

(End of this chapter)