Chapter 351 Beautiful Spider Spirit VS Cold and Ascetic Monk 55
A few days later, Eunuch Fu'an walked into the imperial study quietly, holding a scroll of portraits in his hands, with a smile on his face, and bowed to report: " Your Majesty, I have found out the details of Duke Qin’s daughter.”
After hearing this, Emperor Xuanwu raised his eyes from the pile of memorials and looked at Fu’an, indicating that he should continue.
"Back to the emperor, the daughter of the Duke of Qin, named Meng Yao, was frail and sick since she was a child, so she was sent to the countryside to rest. In recent years, she recovered and was taken back to the mansion. The old slave was lucky enough to see Miss Meng with his own eyes. , She is indeed both talented and beautiful, and her manners are as elegant as those of noble ladies in the palace."
Fu'an exclaimed with joy on his face, and as he spoke, he slowly unfolded the scroll and placed it on the table. On top of the imperial case.
Emperor Xuanwu's eyes fell on the portrait. The woman in the painting has eyebrows like distant mountains with daisies, eyes like autumn water waves, skin better than snow, and refined temperament. It seems that he can smell the faint fragrance of ink and flowers in the painting, and nods secretly.
A smile appeared at the corner of his mouth, "The prince has always had high standards and is very picky about women. I think he would be satisfied with such a beautiful woman."
If such a stunning beauty is thrown away and swept away Toilet, then I will be single for the rest of my life.
"What the emperor said is absolutely true. Miss Meng is not only outstanding in appearance, but also has a gentle temperament and a virtuous and virtuous character. She is the perfect candidate for the crown prince."
Eunuch Fu'an agreed, But in his heart, he secretly speculated on the emperor's true intentions.
"The decree is passed that Meng Yao, the daughter of the Duke of Qin, comes to the palace to pay an audience."
Emperor Xuanwu pondered for a moment and decided to see her in person to verify her true appearance and temperament.
The next morning, the sun shines through the clouds and falls on the bluestone path of the Duke of Qin's mansion.
Yu Yao was dressed in elegant palace clothes, with her hair tied high in a bun, and her steps were light as she followed the Duke of Qin into the imperial city.
She looked calm and calm, not nervous at all, and she was even interested in enjoying the scenery along the way.
She didn't need to think too hard to know that Dugu Ye must have done something secretly.
If not, why would Emperor Xuanwu suddenly want to see her?
Mrs. Qin Guogong was extremely nervous and kept urging her along the way.
Although Yu Yao was a little impatient in her heart, she still listened carefully and occasionally echoed a few words.
Soon, they arrived at the door of the imperial study. Mrs. Qin Guogong was waiting outside, and she walked in alone.
"My daughter Meng Yao, I have met the emperor. Long live the emperor."
She saluted respectfully, her voice was clear and solemn, and her behavior showed everyone's ladylike demeanor.
Emperor Xuanwu looked at her and couldn't help but admire: She is indeed a stunning beauty, she looks even more beautiful than in the portrait. No wonder Duke Qin wanted to hide his daughter in the countryside.
He raised his hand lightly to signal to stand up, "Miss Meng, please excuse me and raise your head so that I can have a good look."
Yu Yao raised her head as instructed, her eyes clear and gentle, Eye to eye with Emperor Xuanwu, he was neither humble nor arrogant.
Emperor Xuanwu nodded secretly and asked: "I heard that you have been weak since childhood, but now you have recovered, and you are both talented and moral. Is this possible?"
She smiled slightly, and her voice was soft and respectful: "Go back to the emperor, My daughter is indeed lucky to have a good doctor, and her health is getting better and better. Her father and mother have taught her well. Although my daughter does not dare to claim to be talented and moral, she still knows how to study hard and strive to live up to her expectations. "
Emperor Xuanwu Weiwei. Nodding, she changed the topic: "I intend to choose a concubine for the crown prince. Seeing that you are outstanding in appearance, I specially summoned you to the palace to see you. Are you willing to become the crown prince's wife?"
She had already guessed in her heart that Emperor Xuanwu would give birth to a concubine. The purpose of his entry into the palace was not at all surprising at this moment, and he said calmly: "I will obey the emperor's arrangements. If I can win the favor of His Highness, I will do my best to assist His Highness."
Emperor Xuanwu was satisfied. He nodded, asked a few more questions, and asked her to leave.
Then he ordered Prince Xuan to come over.
Dugu Ye quickly arrived at the Imperial Study Room, his steps steady and calm.
A black brocade robe outlines his tall and straight figure, and his eyebrows reveal his innate nobility and unruliness.
The candlelight in the hall swayed, reflecting his charming and handsome face, adding to his arrogant charm.
"My son has met my father."
Dugu Ye's voice was deep and magnetic, and he displayed a royal demeanor during his salute.
Emperor Xuanwu raised his eyes, waved his hand, and said: "Ye'er, please get back on your feet. I've called you here today because I have important matters to discuss."
Dugu Ye straightened up and looked at Slightly restrained, wait for the following.
Emperor Xuanwu picked up a scroll from the case and slowly unfolded it. The woman in the painting was as gentle as jade, with a somewhat otherworldly air between her eyebrows and eyes.
It is Yu Yao.
"Ye'er, look at this painting. This girl is the daughter of the Duke of Qin, Meng Yao. I have sent people to conduct a detailed investigation. This girl's character and talent are of excellent character, and she is about the same age as you. She is indeed a good match."
Emperor Xuanwu looked at Duguye with a gentle tone.
Dugu Ye took the scroll, his eyes stayed on the painting for a moment, and he chuckled: "She is a rare beauty. I have to make the decision with my father."
Say that. , he gently rolled up the scroll, a hint of light and pride flashing in his eyes.
Emperor Xuanwu breathed a sigh of relief when he saw that his son was satisfied.
I'm afraid that this guy won't like me again.
For some reason, he always felt a little uncomfortable, as if he had fallen into a trap.
He looked at Dugu Ye, and suddenly felt that this boy looked a bit unbeatable.
"Since you have agreed, I will issue a decree to grant the marriage and choose a day to complete the wedding. You can go back and prepare. The wedding must be grand and not careless in the slightest."
Emperor Xuanwu thought of this The son's virtue is another sincere reminder: "Treat others well and don't throw them to clean the toilet again, otherwise Qin Guogong's family is not a vegetarian." Duguye looked at Emperor Xuanwu and laughed happily, He teased: "Father, don't worry, my sons and ministers will not be willing to do it. Even if they clean the toilet, they will be cleaned by my sons and ministers."
Emperor Xuanwu was amused by his words and waved his hand, "Okay, go away, the marriage decree will be sent to the East Palace later."
After saying this, he looked at The finished memorial was put aside.
After Duguye exited the imperial study, he returned to the East Palace happily.
He sat in front of the desk, looking at the portrait of Yu Yao, with a cheerful smile on his lips, "Yao'er, I can finally marry you. In this life, we will definitely be like those in the previous life. Love and sweetness, grow old together ”
The imperial edict granting marriage came soon.
One copy was sent to the East Palace, and the other was sent to the Duke of Qin's Mansion.
There was an uproar in the capital, and there was a lot of discussion. The gate of the Duke of Qin's mansion was almost broken down by spies and congratulators from all walks of life.
Meng Yao, this once unknown woman who was raised in the countryside, became a princess overnight. Her status change spread quickly among the major families in the capital like a spring breeze.
“Have you heard? Miss Meng from the Duke of Qin’s mansion is going to marry the prince!”
In the teahouse, a young man dressed in fine clothes exclaimed to his friends at the same table.
"Oh? Which Miss Meng? Why haven't I heard about it?" The friend was confused.
"You have lost the news! It is said that Miss Meng was sent to the countryside to recuperate because she was weak since she was a child. Now that she has recovered from her illness, she has been chosen as the crown princess by the emperor. She really flies up a branch and becomes a phoenix. !”
The young master shook his head with envy on his face.
In the palace of Prince Wei, spring is in full swing and peach blossoms are flying, but it is difficult to hide the loneliness and depressing deep in the mansion.
Xuanji was sitting in the study, with a few birds chirping occasionally outside the window, making the silence inside the room even more apparent.
There were several scriptures scattered on the table, but they were not turned over. His mind had already drifted away.
"Meng Yao, the daughter of the Duke of Qin...the Crown Princess..."
The comments from the servants penetrated the doors like fine needles and pierced into his heart.
Xuanji gently put down the tea cup in his hand. The tea was already cold, just like his state of mind at the moment.
Based on his understanding of Dugu Ye, it was impossible for that man to marry a woman other than Yao'er.
Dugu Ye agreed and even prepared for the wedding happily.
This can only mean that Miss Meng from the Duke of Qin's mansion is Yao'er, but she changed her identity for some reason and became the daughter of the Duke of Qin.
He closed his eyes and tried to picture in his mind the appearance of the woman who once snuggled next to him with a smile as warm as spring, but now, she was going to be someone else's bride.
"Your Majesty, it's time for you to have your meal."
Archie, the personal attendant, reminded him softly, breaking the silence in the room.
Xuanji opened his eyes and looked out the window blankly. After a long while, he slowly said: "Just withdraw, I have no appetite."
In the dead of night, Xuanji walked alone in the palace of the palace. In the back garden.
The moonlight was like water, shining on his body, casting a long shadow.
He stopped and stared at the bright moon reflected in the pool, with mixed feelings in his heart.
"Yaoer, do you really want to marry him?"
Xuanji murmured to himself, looking lonely and sad, feeling that everything in the past was as ethereal as a dream.
In the days that followed, Xuanji seemed to be even more immersed in Buddhism, chanting sutras and chanting Buddha's name every day without caring about worldly affairs.
But every time in the dead of night, he would always think of her involuntarily. Those past laughter and laughter were like nightmares, haunting him and keeping him unable to sleep.
After several months of preparations for the wedding, the day finally came for Yu Yao and Dugu Ye to get married.
As the morning light first broke, the whole capital was enveloped in joy.
The gate of the Duke of Qin's Mansion was decorated with colorful red silk, indicating that a grand wedding would be held today.
In Prince Wei's Mansion, Xuan Ji sat quietly in the study, playing with a string of rosary beads in his hand, with melancholy and complexity on his brows.
"My lord, have you heard? Meng Yao, the daughter of the Duke of Qin, is about to become the crown princess, and the wedding is today."
A confidant guard reported softly, breaking the silence in the room.
When Xuanji heard the words, he paused with his fingertips and smiled calmly: "Oh? Really? That's a happy event."
There was a trace of imperceptible bitterness hidden in his words.
Although he talks about happy things, the bitterness in his heart continues to spread.
After all, he still couldn't let it go, but he had no intention of going to participate.
I only ordered my attendants to prepare a generous gift and send it to the Duke of Qin's mansion.