Zhu Men Ji Shi

Chapter 158 Entering the Palace (1)

Although it was just a sedan chair, it walked very smoothly along the way, giving people the feeling of sitting on a chair without moving.

Sure enough, it was different in the palace, even the bearers who carried the sedan chair were so cautious.

For some reason, it had been raining all morning, but it suddenly stopped after they entered the palace, and the sky gradually cleared up.

Shuiyue Palace is a palace that was only repaired half a year ago, it is very gorgeous and beautiful.

When Shen Yuechen got off the sedan chair, she felt a flash of light in front of her eyes. When she looked up, she saw that the colorful glazed tiles covering the roof were reflecting the sunlight. At first glance, they looked like gems that really radiated brilliance.

Zhu Yuanlan deliberately took a step slower, looked back at Shen Yuechen, and said softly: "This is the Shuiyue Palace where Concubine Jing lives, you can go in with me."

Shen Yuechen nodded, and withdrew her scrutinizing gaze.

According to the rules taught by Mother Tang, Shen Yuechen kept his eyes on the ground, walked lightly, and walked slowly towards the Shuiyue Palace step by step. Instead of walking up, step up the steps more slowly.

There are only a dozen or so stone steps, but it is extremely hard for people to walk. Fortunately, the weather is not hot enough to make people sweat.

Shen Yuechen followed Zhu Yuanlan step by step, trying not to show any signs of expression, but after seeing the golden bricks that covered the whole floor, she still couldn't help feeling a little bit in her heart: glazed tiles, golden bricks, royal style , Sure enough, you can't learn it with money.

After thinking about it, they had already arrived at the outer hall, Zhu Yuanlan stopped slowly, Shen Yuechen knew that it was time to salute, so she quickly took a deep breath and got ready.

"The concubine, Mrs. Zhu, kowtows to Concubine Jing, and the empress is a thousand years old."

"Ms. Shen, a civilian woman, kowtows to concubine Jing, and she is a thousand years old."

Shen Yuechen knelt down on the ground and kowtowed, following Mother Tang's request, and made a crisp sound.

Contrary to expectations, Shen Yuechen didn't hear Ruan Linluo's clear and beautiful voice, but heard Mother Tang say: "Madam, please, Madam Zhu, please."

Shen Yuechen got up slowly as he said, because he lowered his head slightly, so he couldn't see the person sitting opposite him, only a bright red corner of his skirt could be seen.

The golden bricks on the ground are so shiny that they can almost be used as a mirror, and the eyes will be filled with gold, so that's why I feel that touch of red is particularly dazzling.

Then, a slightly familiar yet unfamiliar voice finally sounded: "Mother, sister-in-law, you are here."

After hearing this, Zhu Yuanlan dared to look up at her daughter, and saw that she was sitting on the main seat, looking at him with a smile, and said with a smile: "The concubine came to greet the empress, and Shen Shi brought it too."

Shen Yuechen waited for her to finish speaking before raising her head at the right time. The person sitting opposite was gorgeously dressed, full of jewels, exquisite makeup, and smiling. He looked like a person walking out of a painting, with a A breathtaking beauty.

It's only half a year, but Ruan Linluo in front of her eyes has completely changed, not only the appearance has changed, but also her demeanor and temperament, even her eyes have changed.

In the past, Ruan Linluo's eyes looked like a pool of clear lake water, clean and transparent.Now, her eyes looked like bright stars in the night sky, bright and divine, shining with a hint of sharpness.

Ruan Linluo looked at Shen Yuechen's slightly dazed look, and the smile on her face deepened, and she said, "What's the matter? Sister-in-law doesn't recognize me anymore?"

Ben Gong...Shen Yuechen was still a little dazed at first, but after hearing this word, he immediately regained his energy, and hurriedly said: "I haven't seen you for a long time, your lady has become more and more charming, the women's eyes are clumsy, just a little dazed for a while, I hope you will forgive me .”

After hearing what she said, Ruan Linluo lowered her eyes slightly, but she still had a smile on her face, and she only told the maid next to her, "Show the seats for the two ladies."

"Yes, empress." The maids moved chairs in response.

Zhu Yuanlan and Shen Yuechen inevitably saluted and thanked again, and then both sat down.

Even though they sat down, they could only touch one-third of the seat, and they couldn't sit too far back, so as not to be rude.To be honest, sitting like this is actually more tiring than standing, because the legs have to work hard and the body cannot stretch.

Ruan Linluo immediately evoked a dazzling smile: "Mother and sister-in-law don't have to be restrained, they are all family members, you just need to sit comfortably."

Hearing this, the two of them sat in a little bit, but it was still not more than half of the seat, and their backs were also straight, without leaning on the backrest.

The ladies of the palace then brought tea and snacks, everything was so exquisite that it was too delicate to bear to eat.

Ruan Linluo was a little disappointed when she saw that Shen Yuechen was just sitting there with her head slightly lowered and silent.

It's been a long time since we saw each other, Shen Yuechen's complexion has improved a lot, and he seems to be getting fatter, he should be living well.But, I thought she would be different from others.But after thinking about it, there are so many people in this meeting, even if she wants to say something, she may not really dare to open up and gossip with herself.

Ruan Linluo thought of this, waved her hand, and motioned to Mother Tang to lead the maid to wait outside.

The crowd led away, and suddenly there were only three of them left in the palace.

Ruan Linluo then said: "Sister-in-law, is it the first time to come to Beijing? I heard that you are here, so I can't wait to meet you. I thought you would have a lot to say to me? Now it seems that sister-in-law You don’t miss Bengong at all, do you?”

If these words were left in the past, they would be coquettish words.But now, because she is a concubine, even if she is acting like a baby, it sounds a bit oppressive, as if she has done something wrong.

Shen Yuechen hurriedly got up and said: "The woman is terrified, the woman has always been thinking about her mother, but she just doesn't know how to speak..."

At this moment, Shen Yuechen wanted to say too much.It's just that the words that I was going to say suddenly disappeared without a trace the moment I saw Ruan Linluo again.

Not nervous, but feeling powerless and redundant.

Her current appearance, her current aura, her current status, and her current eyes are all clearly and clearly displayed in front of her eyes, and there is no need for any verbal expressions or explanations.

Her brows and eyes have long since lost the youthfulness of the past, but now, her frown and smile are full of grace, charming and charming.

Ruan Linluo continued to smile softly and said, "Sister-in-law, you don't have to be so restrained. If you are more at ease, I can also be more at ease."

Hearing this, Shen Yuechen suddenly felt a little strange in his heart, and then raised his head to look at her, only to see that her pair of pitch-black eyes were staring at him thoughtfully.Shen Yuechen also looked back at her, feeling once again in her heart, she is really a beauty.At this moment, that gorgeous dress further highlighted her stunning appearance.

Zhu Yuanlan often visits her daughter in the palace recently, but the more she visits, the more she feels alienated from her daughter.Now she is no longer like before, flying into her arms like a cheerful butterfly, nor is she next to her, holding her arms and talking coquettishly like she used to be.

Although Zhu Yuanlan had already prepared in her heart, her daughter was already an imperial concubine, so naturally she couldn't be the same as before.But... She didn't expect that she would change so quickly. In less than half a year, she was completely new, elegant and decent, without any trace of her innocence before.It's just that no matter what she becomes, she will always be her precious daughter, the most beloved child in her life.

Zhu Yuanlan looked at Ruan Linluo, then at Shen Yuechen, got up slowly and said: "Your Majesty, this concubine heard that the empress dowager's body has been ill recently, so this concubine specially ordered someone to prepare two wild ginseng, and wanted to give it to the queen mother herself. Empress."

Every time Zhu Yuanlan entered the palace, she never forgot to visit the Empress Dowager. Ruan Linluo was able to enter the palace as a concubine because of a word from the Empress Dowager. Moreover, Ruan Linluo was able to be promoted to the concubine so quickly. The Empress Dowager's contribution was not small, so , Zhu Yuanlan has always been grateful to her old man.

Ruan Linluo nodded with a smile when she heard the words: "Well, mother is really considerate. The empress dowager is not feeling well, and she is lying on the bed all day. When it is really boring, mother will go and talk to her old man. It is also good to chat."

Zhu Yuanlan slightly bowed her knees and said: "Yes, I know." After finishing speaking, she turned to look at Shen Yuechen again, "You stay here and talk to your mother well, I will go back as soon as I go."

Shen Yuechen got up to see her off, and when she was far away, he turned around and looked at Ruan Linluo, his eyes flickered slightly, and he was surprised to find that the original soft smile on her face disappeared in an instant, and her face returned to calm.

Shen Yuechen was a little puzzled, but he didn't ask any more questions after all.However, in the next second, Ruan Linluo spoke again: "Sister-in-law is entering the palace for the first time, why don't you follow me to the Imperial Garden for a walk, the scenery there is as beautiful as a dream, it is really rare in the world."

Shen Yuechen heard the words, quickly saluted and responded: "The women are very grateful, thank you for your kindness."

The Royal Garden is a place where the emperor's concubines can only play and walk, and she is lucky to have the opportunity to go in and walk around.

Ruan Linluo, Shen Yuechen and a group of court ladies and eunuchs walked slowly towards the imperial garden.

Because Ruan Linluo likes flowers and plants very much, Li Zheng allowed her to live in the Shuiyue Palace which is the closest to the Imperial Garden, so that she can relax and enjoy the scenery and flowers.

Along the way, Shen Yuechen followed Ruan Linluo step by step.

According to her status, of course she is not qualified to walk side by side with her.

After entering the Arched Moon Gate, Ruan Linluo slowed down a little, turned around and waved, motioning for Shen Yuechen to come over and said, "Come here and walk with me. Look, isn't the scenery here beautiful?"

Hearing the words, Shen Yuechen quickly raised his head and looked around, walked to her side, gently supported her outstretched hand, and replied with a smile: "The royal garden, heaven and earth, is naturally the most beautiful. Today, I entrusted my mother Hongfu , the women of the people can also be fortunate enough to open their eyes."

Ruan Linluo put her hand on her arm and said with a smile, "Sister-in-law is still so eloquent." After finishing speaking, the two walked side by side on the bluestone road full of flowers on both sides, while the palace maid and eunuch at the back lowered their eyes slightly and bowed. Take two steps back, not too far away, so that it is convenient to go forward to serve anytime and anywhere, and will not disturb two people talking together.

(End of this chapter)