Do You Know?: Rule the World

"Yes, my son will have to send someone to deliver a coming-of-age gift at that time." As soon as he finished speaking, Sheng Hong suddenly took a breath.

"Mother...you don't want Shu'er to be Han'er's concubine, do you?"

"Brother Wei is quite fond of Han Ge'er, so that's not too much to worry about. But as for Sister Zhang..."

Sheng Hong laughed dryly twice. In order to maintain his reputation as a scholar, he was unwilling to let his daughter become a concubine.

But the eldest son of the family was different. He came from a merchant family, and his daughter married an official as a concubine. This was normal in the Great Zhou Dynasty.

But I'm afraid his sister-in-law won't agree to this so easily.

The old lady picked up the teacup and said slowly, "Leave it to me. I'll go talk to my old sister."

The old sister the old lady was referring to was the old lady of the eldest house.

Both of them are old now and it is not very convenient for them to move around, but they have never stopped writing letters.

Watching the mother and son working in unison, they decided the matter without even considering themselves.

The more Wang Ruofu thought about it, the more uncomfortable she felt...

She is in charge of the whole family!

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After the New Year, it was the third year of Jiayou.

In the blink of an eye, the willows are green again, and the blue waves are rippling by the Jinming Lake.

Madam Wu of the Earl of Yongchang's Mansion has a wide range of friends, from princes and nobles to literati and scholars.

His family wealth was so great that he was one of the richest among the nobles in Bianliang.

Therefore, every mid-spring, she would hold a polo match by the Jinming Lake, inviting the ladies and gentlemen of the officials and noble families in the capital, as well as many literati and outstanding talents to come and join in the fun.

On the surface, this polo club is an elegant gathering for playing polo, drinking and writing poetry.

In fact, it is a good opportunity for the elders and their children to meet each other.

As Zhao Han is a popular figure among the emperor, he will definitely be on the invitation list of the polo club.

The servant who came to deliver the invitation respectfully conveyed Madam Wu's words and asked him to be sure to attend.

Zhao Mansion, backyard.

Zhao Han took the invitation, fixed his eyes on Hua Lan, and asked softly, "Hua'er, do you want to join in the fun?"

"I heard that Madam Wu's celebration this year was extra grand, and even the nobles from the palace came to show their favor."

Hua Lan's lips curved slightly, "Of course I did."

"Since coming to Bianjing, I've attended many elegant gatherings for flower arrangement and tea tasting, but this is my first time attending a polo match."

"I wonder if you would allow me to take care of my brothers and sisters and take them out to see the world."

"Xiaoliu is very good at pitching pots, and Ruer likes playing hammer balls."

Zhao Han scratched the tip of her upturned nose and said with a smile, "You...are actually good at making plans for them."

"Well, I'll send someone to inform my mother-in-law tomorrow, and then I'll go with you."

"Thank you, sir!" Hua Lan smiled brightly, as bright and charming as a spring flower.

Chapter 82 Concubine Rong is here too

Three days later, outside the city of Bianjing, beside the Jinming Lake.

Willows sway along the embankment, brocade curtains stretch as far as the eye can see, fragrant carriages clog the roads, and the faint scent of rosewood permeates the air.

A breeze blew by, making people feel relaxed and happy.

The Zhao family arrived at the polo field first. At this moment, Zhao Han was chatting and laughing with Qi Heng and others.

Hualan went to Madam Wu's tent with several officials' wives.

Soon, Zhao Han saw Wang Ruofu coming with Minglan, Changbai and others.

Minglan, wearing a lilac-colored skirt, followed them quietly.

Changbai was wearing a moon-white brocade robe, and still looked mature despite his youth.

Rulan was holding Wang Ruofu's arm and shaking it gently, and said coquettishly: "Mother, I want to go to the hammer ball."

Wang Ruofu nodded. It was a rare opportunity for her to go out, and she didn't want to keep the children under restraint.

So he lowered his voice and instructed, "Go ahead. Remember, this place is different from home. If you behave impolitely and someone sees you, remember it. When you reach marriageable age..."

"Don't listen, don't listen, you bastard is chanting sutras!"

Before she could finish, Rulan covered her ears, rolled her eyes, and ran away.

Wang Ruofu looked at her figure and couldn't help twitching the corners of her mouth.

Minglan stretched out her little hand, carefully tugged at Wang Ruofu's sleeve, and said softly, "Madam, I want to go play with Sister Yanran for a while."

Upon hearing this, Wang Ruofu forced a smile on her face and said, "Go ahead, but remember not to get into the crowd and be careful."

"Minglan has made note of this. Thank you, Madam."

Minglan bowed politely and then walked towards Yu Yanran with small steps.

The old lady and the old lady of the Yu family have always been good friends, and now that they are closer, their interactions are even closer.

Minglan and Yu Yanran were both raised by their grandmother. They had similar personalities and in just a few months, they became close friends who could talk about anything.

"Brother-in-law!"

After Sheng Changfeng found Zhao Han, he waved to him happily and jogged over with Sheng Changbai.

Molan thought she was more talented than Xie Daoyun, and always scoffed at things like polo and hammer balls.

At this moment, she was standing among a group of female relatives, gently waving a round fan, and glancing at Qi Heng from time to time.

"Brother-in-law." Changbai bowed and then sat down opposite Zhao Han.

Sheng Changfeng raised his neck and looked around. He had only been in the capital for more than a year, but he had already made the acquaintance of many children from prominent families.

He often sneaked out without telling Sheng Hong and Chang Bai, and hung out with them, drinking and chatting.

On the green polo field, several young men and ladies in gorgeous clothes were riding their horses and waving their whips, divided into two teams to compete against each other.

Grass debris flew wherever the horse's hooves passed, and the waving of the baseball bat created a rustling sound in the wind.

From time to time, there were bursts of applause and cheers from the viewing platform.

At this moment, Sheng Changfeng's eyes lit up and he exclaimed in a low voice: "Look, Concubine Rong and her sister are here, and Princess Fukang is here too!"

"Oh, Princess Jiacheng of Prince Yong's Mansion is here too!"

“It was really worth the trip!”

Zhao Han, Sheng Changbai and others all looked in the direction Sheng Changfeng pointed.

Not far away, several palace maids and eunuchs were lined up in an orderly manner on both sides.

Princess Fukang was dressed in a palace dress, with curved eyebrows and eyes, and she looked dignified but also lively. Madam Wu personally welcomed her into the brocade tent.

Empress Rong was dressed in a crimson brocade robe, looking graceful and elegant, and was whispering with her sister Rong Feiyan beside her.

Princess Jiacheng, the daughter of Prince Yong, raised her chin slightly with an arrogant look on her face.

She has always been at odds with Rong Feiyan and Huirou.

Seeing them gathered together and laughing, a trace of contempt flashed in his eyes, and he turned and walked towards another brocade tent.

"Brother Chengyuan, all the prizes for this year's polo match were set by Concubine Rong. It is said that each one is worth a fortune."

"Look how fiercely they are fighting." Qi Heng looked at the polo field with a smile.

Zhao Han put down the wine cup, and raised the corners of his lips slightly: "Why, is Yuan Ruo itching?"

Qi Heng gently shook his folding fan and smiled bitterly.

"I haven't played polo since I started at the Sheng Family School. I'm afraid I'm rusty now."

Sheng Changbai had no interest in playing polo. He came here today simply to join in the fun and see the world.

On the polo field, a woman in red was seen galloping on horseback, her clothes fluttering.

With a "bang", the bat in his hand drew a sharp arc.

In the blink of an eye, the polo ball had passed steadily through the wooden goal.

"it is good!!!"

"Miss Zhang is really good at fighting!"

"As expected of a general's daughter!"

"..."

On the viewing platform, cheers rang out one after another. The Duchess of England sat upright in the brocade tent, a hint of pride flashing in her eyes.

She gently waved her round fan, her eyes closely following the fiery figure on the field.

Wait until the gongs and drums sound, announcing the end of this round.

A servant from the Prince of Yan's mansion bowed and came into the brocade tent where Zhao Han and the others were, and said respectfully, "Master Zhao and Young Master, how are you? My prince would like to invite you to play a game."

Zhao Han raised his eyebrows slightly, and saw that in another brocade tent, Prince Zhao Cexiao of Yan was smiling at him.

There seemed to be a hint of provocation in this smile...

"Brother Chengyuan, do you want to fight?" Qi Heng looked at Zhao Han eagerly.

Zhao Han laughed out loud and said quietly, "Prince Zhao has invited me, so how can I refuse? Let's go!"

"Wait for me, I want to come too!"

Seeing them get up and walk towards the court, Sheng Changfeng, who always liked to join in the fun, followed them.

The rules of polo are very simple. The time is measured by incense sticks. Men and women can form teams, and the one who hits the polo ball into the opponent's goal the most times wins.

"I've heard that Lord Zhao is a master of both civil and military skills. I was just worried that I wouldn't have the chance to spar with him."

"If you lose to me today, when we go back to the training ground, those soldiers will probably laugh at you for not being able to play polo."