newbobooks Chapter 226 New Year’s Eve 1
Chapter 226 New Year’s Eve 1
"absurd!"
The cold voice was like gold and jade hitting the ground, resoundingly.
The usually kind Concubine Jiang now had a frosty expression on her face. She looked at her son sharply and slapped the tea table with her palm, causing a pile of cups, plates and cakes to shake.
"I didn't care about your nonsense before. But the current situation doesn't allow you to do anything nonsense. Guo'er, you have seen the end of Prince Jing. This road is either you never start, or once you embark on it, there is no turning back."
"This is no longer just a matter between you and me. How many people are tied to us? General Pei's family, the Yong'an Marquis' family, even Elder Sun, Duke Yong, Duke Xie... The lives and futures of so many people depend on you!"
"Guo'er, your mother can't bear to force you. But on this road, if you don't move forward, you will retreat!"
Today, Princess Jiang had to explain the seriousness of the matter to her son again.
In the past, with Prince Jing standing in front, there was still a chance to catch their breath.
Now, it’s a fight between Prince Su and Prince Kang, either you or I will die.
In the past, they had a common enemy, and King Kang could be an ally. But from the moment King Jing fell, they were destined to be enemies with King Kang.
Prince Su was still nitpicking here, not knowing that Prince Kang had already taken action.
Given Defei's methods and maternal family background, she might be even more difficult to deal with than Wen Guifei.
Prince Su froze up when Concubine Jiang scolded him.
How could he not know these principles?
It is because it is too clear that it hurts!
He had no choice but to take this path, but now he is already in a difficult situation.
They all say I am a lonely man!
He has to face such a situation before he even takes that position.
Seeing her son's miserable and miserable face, Concubine Jiang couldn't bear it, and her tone gradually softened.
"Son, I hope you will think it over carefully. Even if it's not Miss Lin, it will be another noble lady. If you don't choose, then after the New Year, I will host the Spring Festival Banquet and help you choose."
Prince Su left with a feeling of depression.
Concubine Jiang sighed and held her forehead with her hand.
She wouldn't force her son unless she had to.
When did this happen?
How can I tolerate my son’s love affair with his daughter?
Look at Concubine Wen's current situation. Ever since she fell into poverty, Concubine Li has been tormenting her every day in various ways, vowing to get back all the suffering she has suffered over the past few decades. Concubine Wen is now living a more miserable life than death.
If they don't fight hard, what happened to Concubine Wen and Prince Jing today will be their tomorrow, not to mention protecting others.
Princess Jiang reviewed the list again.
"Mammy, bring in the spare roster."
In the backup list, Xu Jing's name from Yong'an Marquis Mansion was prominently on it.
She knew Xu Jing. She was a beautiful and elegant girl with a unique appearance. It was said that she was also famous among the noble ladies in Shengjing City.
But he was a little older, had been engaged twice, and both his parents died when he was young, so he had no support from his mother's family.
Originally, she didn't consider Xu Jing.
But his son crossed out many people from the list, so he had to select another group of candidates to fill the vacancies.
However, she was the niece of the Yong'an Marquis, and Su Li was a direct cousin. Although she could not be the principal wife, she could still be a concubine. This way, she could repay some of the supporters of the Yong'an Marquisate and the General's Mansion.
Concubine Jiang's plan was naturally unknown to Su Li. If she knew, she would definitely say it was unnecessary!
After saying this to my son, it was already late.
The maid outside came to report:
"Your Majesty, the young master of the Pei family has entered the palace."
"It's finally here."
Hearing that Huan Ge'er had arrived, Concubine Jiang's depressed mood improved a little.
"Hurry up and bring the cakes I made myself."
Princess Jiang happily got up, packed up, and rushed to the banquet venue with her people.
On New Year's Eve, the palace was filled with joy and a New Year atmosphere.
As Prince Su was walking along, he saw Concubine Li and the Ninth Princess, who were accompanied by a pretty stranger.
The woman looked young and beautiful, but she was timid and submissive. She nodded and agreed to everything Concubine Li said, and kept her head down, as if she was afraid to see people.
It goes without saying that this woman must be the young lady of the Lin family.
For no apparent reason, Prince Su felt a wave of disgust and turned to leave. Concubine Li had already seen him, her eyes lit up, and she waved at him:
"Your Highness Prince Su, you've arrived just in time."
Prince Su had no choice but to go ahead.
"Meet the Lady Li."
"Seventh Brother." Li Wei on the side returned the greeting.
Concubine Li had the expression of a mother-in-law looking at her son-in-law. The more she looked at him, the more she liked him. She pulled the woman beside her and said with great joy:
"Your Highness, this is my niece, Lin Wantang. She's visiting the palace for the first time and wants to visit the Imperial Garden. I have important matters to attend to, so I'd like to trouble Your Highness to be my niece and show her around. Is that okay?"
Well, this is naked coercion.
"Empress Li, I still have..."
Without waiting for Prince Su to reply, Concubine Li and her men left in a clean and neat manner.
Li Wei turned her head and smiled at Prince Su, secretly making a gesture of encouragement.
"Aunt! Cousin!"
Lin Wantang looked even more embarrassed. She reached out to pull Concubine Li and Li Wei's sleeves, but her hands were empty.
In an instant, only Prince Su, Lin Wan and her maid were left in the imperial garden.
Prince Su rubbed his fingers with his hands behind his back in embarrassment.
Lin Wantang nervously took several steps back and said:
"Your Highness, Prince Su... I, I, I... I..."
She actually said it to me for a long time without saying anything, but her little face turned red.
He's actually a stutterer!
Lin Wantang almost suffocated and didn't finish her words. She was so anxious that she kept shaking her head. Tears welled up in her eyes and she finally burst into tears.
This time, Prince Su has no chance of getting any help.
"You, you, you...don't cry, cry!"
Well, he also became a stutterer.
Ah!
I scratched my head and really wanted to hit him with a sandbag!
Prince Su said to Lin Wantang's maid:
"What's wrong with your lady?"
The maid fell to her knees in fear:
"Your Highness, please forgive me. There is nothing wrong with my young lady! It is impossible for her to stutter when she is nervous!"
Well, not only is he a stutterer, he's also a brainless idiot!
Prince Su frowned, but soon a feeling of pleasure arose in his heart.
It's amazing that Lin Wantang has such a hidden illness!
In this way, he could cancel the marriage according to the law.
Thinking of this, he felt a lot more relaxed all over, and a hint of gentleness finally appeared on his face, which had been a little cold just now.
"The King has important matters to attend to and cannot accompany you to the Imperial Gardens. Come on, I'll take you to the banquet hall."
Along the way, the two walked in front and behind without saying a word until they were sent to the banquet hall. Prince Su bowed and turned away without hesitation, but his steps were much more relaxed.
But who knew that once the others left,
"call!"
Lin Wanjutang let out a long breath.
She turned around suddenly, completely changing her timid look. Her face had completely changed, and her eyes were full of cunning and triumphant satisfaction.
"Let's go, it's still early, let's find a place to bask in the sun."