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"My Lady, you have been very busy lately, preparing for my birthday banquet."

"Your Majesty, you are too kind. These are what I should do. In fact, these should be the responsibility of the Queen. I have overstepped my bounds a little."

Emperor Liang snorted coldly: "Why mention her? I think your arrangement is very good. If you let her do it, I will be worried."

In fact, he has never had any feelings for Queen Yan. Queen Yan is obviously the queen, but she has never been favored. More than ten years ago, she was suppressed by Concubine Chen, and later she was suppressed by Concubine Yue, and now Concubine Jing is in power again.

As the queen, she was never able to control the harem and become the real master of it. It is conceivable that all this was tacitly approved by Emperor Liang, and it can also be seen that Emperor Liang was dissatisfied with her.

This is also the biggest reason why Queen Yan was willing to help Prince Yu in his rebellion in the original plot. Since being a queen is not a good thing, she decided to take a chance and become the empress dowager. Unfortunately, she not only failed in the end, but also lost herself.

However, the current Queen Yan has been much more stable after Prince Yu lost power, especially not long ago, Yan Que personally gave Queen Yan a message, asking her not to stir up trouble anymore, so Queen Yan has been very stable during this period.

"Your Majesty, how should the Queen arrange the birthday banquet? I really can't make the decision."

Concubine Jing knew the plan of Mei Changsu and Xiao Jingyan, so naturally she didn't want Queen Yan to show up to prevent anything from going wrong.

Emperor Liang frowned. In fact, he didn't want to see Queen Yan, but Queen Yan was the Queen after all. Her status was there. It would be against the rules if the Queen didn't show up at his birthday banquet.

"Just arrange it normally. She will be on my left side, and you will be on my right side."

"The concubine knows."

Imperial Concubine Jing's expression remained unchanged, and she continued, "I heard that Jingyan's current growth is related to Mr. Su. Speaking of which, I haven't formally met this Mr. Su. Your Majesty, would you like to invite this Mr. Su to your birthday banquet this time?"

Emperor Liang laughed and said, "Of course I have. You are right. This Mr. Su is no ordinary man. Jingyan will need his help in the future."

"I see."

Concubine Jing nodded and talked about another person.

"Your Majesty, you know that I used to be a female doctor and I have a passion for medicine. The medical skills of Mr. Chen were amazing and I was so amazed. I have always wanted to find a chance to ask him for advice, but I have never had the chance. I wonder if he can also participate in your Majesty's birthday banquet this time?"

"You are talking about Chen Yu who saved the Empress Dowager last year, right? Hey, that young man is indeed extraordinary. Not only is he a master of martial arts, but he is also an excellent doctor."

Emperor Liang naturally would not forget Zhou Chen. Although he was old, his memory was still good.

"Since you have this idea, my concubine, I will certainly satisfy you. I will reserve a seat for him and let him sit with Mr. Su. They will both be considered as guests of Daliang."

"I thank your majesty."

Concubine Jing heaved a sigh of relief. Tomorrow was the most critical moment to overturn the case. She wanted Zhou Chen and Lin Shu, the parties involved, to be present at the scene.

Emperor Liang's decree was quickly conveyed to the Su and Chen residences.

Zhou Chen sent away the eunuch who delivered the imperial eunuch's message and returned to his room.

In addition to Gong Yu, there were also Xiao Zhihan and Jin Yu, the master and servant, who came from the Princess's Mansion.

"Xiaochen, you must be careful at tomorrow's birthday party."

Xiao Zhihan naturally knew about Zhou Chen and the others' plan, but she did nothing and only asked Zhou Chen to protect himself.

Zhou Chen said: "Mom, don't worry, we know what's going on, nothing will happen tomorrow."

Everything is as planned. If there is any accident, there will only be one, and that is Prince Yu who is still alive and will attend the birthday banquet tomorrow.

But this is not a threat, because Prince Yu has long lost his power and cannot influence the court at all.

"Just keep it in mind."

To Xiao Zhihan, nothing is more important than her son and grandson. As long as they are safe, she is not afraid of anything.

"Mother can't help you much, but there is a deputy commander in the royal guards of His Majesty. He used to be your father's subordinate and is very loyal to your father. If anything unexpected happens, you can take this and ask him for help."

Xiao Zhihan handed an item to Zhou Chen, and Zhou Chen recognized that it was an item that his deceased father often carried with him.

He understood in his heart that although his father had passed away for many years, he was still a first-rank military marquis and a general as famous as Lin Xie in his time, so he still had some confidants.

All is ready except for the opportunity!

The night passed quickly.

Concubine Jing came to Yangju Palace early this morning to serve Emperor Liang his meal, but the formal birthday banquet would not begin until noon.

Emperor Xiao Xuan of Liang had been very happy since morning. As an emperor who had been on the throne for thirty-eight years, he had always been proud of his achievements and felt very satisfied.

Emperor Liang was having breakfast with Concubine Jing when a eunuch suddenly came running over to report that the Empress had been feeling unwell since yesterday and had vomited this morning and had difficulty getting up. She was afraid that she would not be able to attend the birthday banquet today.

Emperor Liang, who had been smiling, suddenly turned gloomy when he heard this, and snorted unhappily.

"It's really unlucky that I got sick on my birthday instead of earlier. Have you asked the imperial physician to check it out?"

"The imperial physician has examined her and said that the Empress must have caught a cold and eaten inappropriate food. This is the reason. It's not serious. She just needs to recuperate for a few days before she gets better."

Emperor Liang waved his hands impatiently: "Since there is nothing serious, let her rest. She doesn't need to attend my birthday banquet today."

His good mood was disrupted by this incident and he was in a bad mood.

However, Concubine Jing's eyes flickered. She would not believe that Queen Yan suddenly fell ill at this time if there was no problem.

A person quickly came to her mind, Queen Yan’s brother, Marquis Yan Que.

Her son Xiao Jingyan had told her about his plan, so she also knew that Marquis Yan would be the main force in overturning the case today. Since he knew what was going to happen today, he had reason to prevent Queen Yan from appearing at the birthday banquet.

If Queen Yan appeared at the birthday banquet, who knows what would happen.

So no matter how bad the relationship between Marquis Yan and Queen Yan is, they are still siblings, and he definitely wouldn't want to see anything happen to Queen Yan.

Under the persuasion of Concubine Jing, Emperor Liang quickly forgot about this unhappy event.

Soon, Crown Prince Xiao Jingyan came to the palace to pay his respects, and was then kept in the palace by Emperor Liang, where the father and son played Go together.

After packing up early in the morning, Zhou Chen went to the Su Mansion. He had agreed with Mei Changsu to go to the palace together today.

Mei Changsu's expression was very serious today, and it was only after he met Zhou Chen that he relaxed a little.

Although the birthday banquet was at noon, Zhou Chen and his friends had to go there early, so they took a carriage to the palace.

When they arrived outside the palace gate, they found that a lot of people had already gathered outside the palace gate, most of them were in official uniforms. They were obviously accustomed to waiting, and they gathered in groups of three or five. Some were talking, while others were waiting quietly.

In the carriage, Mei Changsu saw the scene outside the palace gate and said silently: "It looks really lively today."

His tone was full of sarcasm. Today was not a grand court meeting, but all the officials still came to celebrate Emperor Liang's birthday, which was even more enthusiastic than a grand court meeting.

Zhou Chen smiled and said, "The more lively it is, the better it is for us. Besides, most of these people can't enter the main hall."

The two men got off the carriage, and as soon as they appeared, someone walked towards them.

"Mr. Su, Mr. Chen."

"Mr. Su, Brother Yu."

Mei Changsu immediately bowed: "Princess, young prince."

Zhou Chen also saluted in the same way.

Mu Nihuang looked at Mei Changsu and Zhou Chen with a serious look in her eyes and nodded slightly.

Today is Emperor Liang’s birthday, but not everyone is qualified to enter the palace to celebrate his birthday, especially female relatives. There are only a few who are qualified to attend.

However, Mu Nihuang's identity is different. Although she is a woman, she is the female general guarding the southern border and a first-rank military marquis. Therefore, she has the right to participate in court meetings and celebrate the birthday of Emperor Liang.

As for Mu Qing, there is no need to mention him. He is now Prince Mu, the only king of a different surname in Daliang.

Mu Qing walked up to Zhou Chen and said with a smile, "Brother Yu, after the birthday banquet is over today, shall we go out for a drink together?"

Zhou Chen glanced at him calmly and said, "I am already a married man, so I dare not accept the invitation from the young prince."

"Hey, Brother Yu, you're still pretending with me. Do you think I don't know that you, Yan Yujin, and Prince Ji have been to Baihua Tower several times? You..."

"Ahem..."

Zhou Chen quickly coughed and interrupted Mu Qing's words. This kid really has no restraint and says whatever he wants.

Mu Nihuang glanced at Zhou Chen coldly and didn't say anything. She had been guarding the mausoleum for the past few months and didn't know much about the outside world, but she had to show up for such a big event today.

Mei Changsu and Mu Nihuang walked aside to talk, while Zhou Chen pulled Mu Qing over and strangled him.

"Mu Qing, I think you did this on purpose, huh?"

Mu Qing quickly begged for mercy: "Brother Yu, Brother Yu, it hurts, it hurts, my neck is broken, I am the King Mu, Brother Yu, you can't do this to me."

"King Mu? I ask you to be King Mu, King Mu, King Mu..."

As Zhou Chen spoke, he stretched out his hand and slapped Mu Qing, causing Mu Qing to beg for mercy and apologize continuously.

Not long after, the palace gate opened and all the officials walked in in an orderly manner. Zhou Chen and Mei Changsu followed Mu Nihuang and Mu Qing, and after being inspected by the guards at the palace gate, they walked into the palace.

Today is the birthday celebration for Emperor Liang, so of course it won’t be held in the palace where the grand court meeting is held.

Zhou Chen and his companions followed the crowd and came to the main hall of the palace which had been prepared. At this time, Emperor Liang was already sitting on the throne, with Concubine Jing sitting below him.

The crown prince was standing in the hall with a group of princes, royal relatives, nobles, and court officials.

"Congratulations to your majesty, may you live forever!"

Although Zhou Chen didn't want to kneel, he wouldn't stand out at this time and just followed everyone to congratulate.

But he complained in his heart that after all, it was a fictional historical dynasty, and even greetings like "Long live the emperor!" appeared so early.

Facing the congratulations from the crowd, Emperor Liang laughed joyfully, with his hands raised.

"Everyone is safe!"

Everyone stood up, and then Emperor Liang said, "Please take your seats."

Everyone then sat down in their seats in order.

Mei Changsu and Zhou Chen attended the birthday banquet as guests. Under the arrangement of Concubine Jing, their seats were relatively close to the front and close to each other.

Emperor Liang was a man who knew how to enjoy life, so he would certainly not treat himself badly at his birthday banquet. After everyone was seated, various dishes were served, and there were also performances while people were drinking.

There were musical instrument performances and singing and dancing performances, but the performers were all women. It was not clear whether they were all palace maids or people brought in from outside the palace specifically for the performances.

In short, even from Zhou Chen's perspective, he had to admit that these performances were really good, especially the women who performed, all of them were beautiful and very pleasing to the eye.

(End of this chapter)

Chapter 871: The Golden Palace’s injustice, the Liang Emperor’s loss of composure

Although the performance was good, Zhou Chen lost interest after watching it for just a while.

After all, due to the limitations of the times, these songs and dances are still somewhat different from the special effects era of later generations. There are no special effects, it's all technology.

It’s not that the technology is inferior to special effects, but the visual impact brought by the two is different.

Another point is that Zhou Chen himself is a big shot in the entertainment industry and has seen all kinds of tricks. These performances are only supported by the appearance of the palace maids, so they are not very attractive to Zhou Chen.

Zhou Chen had been observing everyone. Emperor Liang was still disrespectful to his elders, and his eyes were eager to move forward.

Even if I have the will but not the ability, I still have the will.

If we were to say who in the palace was most immersed in it, it would definitely be Emperor Liang’s younger brother, Prince Ji of Daliang.

The little old man squinted his eyes, swaying his body from side to side as if he was keeping the beat, completely intoxicated by the vocal music, and from time to time he would pick up the wine glass and take a sip.

Speaking of Zhou Chen's impression of the numerous royal children, the one he likes the most is Prince Ji. Even Xiao Jingyan is not as good as Prince Ji in his eyes.

Born into the royal family, he did not fight for power or profit, yet was able to keep himself out of trouble and stand firm for more than 30 years. He truly achieved the level of a free and easy king.

Moreover, he had come into contact with Prince Ji many times, drank with him several times, and visited brothels many times, so they could be considered friends regardless of age. If they were of similar age, they would definitely be good friends who could call each other brothers.

There were also several princes who came to attend Emperor Liang's birthday banquet. Except for the Crown Prince and Prince Yu, the other princes were marginal figures. At this time, they all had smiles on their faces and were immersed in joy.

However, Xiao Jingyan, the crown prince, sat below Emperor Liang, with the newly married crown princess sitting next to him. At this moment, Xiao Jingyan had a serious expression and showed no emotion.

However, Jamel Xiao always had this expression, so when people saw him being serious, they didn’t find it strange.

Among the several princes, only Prince Yu behaved the most decadently. Although he sat in a relatively forward position, his expression was wooden and he did not talk to anyone. He just drank quietly.

Time passed slowly, and a group of palace maids in bright red performance costumes slowly came to the center of the hall and began their performance.

Emperor Liang watched the performance with a smile on his face, feeling very proud. Ever since the Empress Dowager fell ill and passed away, the palace had not been so lively for more than half a year, and he had not drunk so openly for a long time.

Just when this group of dancers finished their dance and were about to leave, suddenly a person walked slowly from outside the hall to the center of the hall.

Ge You was lying down as Emperor Liang, holding a glass of wine and preparing to drink. When he saw this scene, he suddenly frowned, slowly sat up straight, and squinted his eyes to look.

Everyone in the hall looked towards the person who was slowly walking towards them. Everyone knew this person. She was none other than Emperor Liang's younger sister, the Princess of Daliang.

Gao Zhan bent down and said in a low voice: "Your Majesty, it's Her Royal Highness the Princess."

Emperor Liang looked puzzled: "Why is she here?"

Princess Li Yang was naturally qualified to attend his birthday banquet, but he didn't see her during the previous congratulations. Instead, she appeared at this time, so he was surprised.