novelden Chapter 581 Rumors (1)
Chapter 581 Rumors (1)
Just when Wang and Lin were having a headache, Wang Lin also refused the big offer about Beicheng and got out of the car with the unlucky Zhang Bufan.
Sheng Jingzhan lifted the curtain lightly, looked at the person getting off the car, and said meaningfully: "Although I don't know why Vice General Wang is so interested in my useless granddaughter, I still hope that Vice General Wang can get what he wants from the emperor."
After saying that, he smiled and nodded to Zhang Bufan, signaling the coachman to drive away.
Zhang Bufan looked at the carriage going farther and farther away and couldn't help but spit. Then he glanced at Wang Lin beside him and began to lecture him: "This Prince Yu only helped the emperor with disaster relief, but he was so arrogant that he wanted to help you gain a foothold in North City. You were right to reject him. I have seen your abilities before. With your sharp sense of smell like a dog's nose, how can you not make a name for yourself?"
"Speaking of which, the three brothers of your two families are all capable people. When Princess Le'an was abducted to the well, your two brothers found the clues with the help of the map, and you also found the place with your nose, saving my official hat. As for me, I also did a favor and sold the house with the secret room to your two brothers."
Wang Lin glanced at the nagging old man and walked towards his horse without looking back.
However, Zhang Bufan did not stop talking. He chased after Wang Lin and continued to chatter: "But as for marrying a virtuous wife, you are right to ask to marry Princess Anping."
"Anyone with a discerning eye knows that Princess Zhaoyang has displeased the Emperor and was taken away to practice hardship. Countless people have mocked Princess Anping, and she has lived a smooth life relying on the Emperor's favor. If you can protect her, the Emperor will be happy. This hero and beauty is a story that will be passed down through the ages."
"But how can you ask to marry that cold girl after Princess Anping rejected you? This person... I have known people for many years, and I know at a glance that she is a troublemaker. You can't marry her, it will ruin your bright future. I have been handling cases for many years, and my heart is as clear as a mirror."
At this time, Wang Lin had already mounted his horse, looking down at Zhang Bufan who was holding the reins, and chuckled, "Since Lord Zhang is so clear-headed, you should understand that I have no intention of giving you a ride. No matter how much you say, I will not change my mind."
Zhang Bufan: ...
When the old man saw Wang Lin's powerful hands about to touch him, he hurriedly shouted, "Deputy General Wang, my son and your two brothers are close friends."
Unfortunately, Wang Lin didn't buy it at all. He pulled back the reins and leaned sideways to whisper, "Master Zhang, look, my sister Qing can't even enjoy her meal tonight. She has to hold a book that is bigger than her head and nitpick over the words. Why is this...?"
Zhang Bufan was slightly stunned, and then replied as a matter of course: "Princess Le'an is naturally diligent. Your two brothers have set a good example, so she will naturally follow their example."
“Seeking to imitate others’ good deeds? It’s strange that Lord Zhang would apply this argument to a three-year-old child.” Wang Lin straightened up with a sneer on his face.
"I know my two brothers' personalities better than you do. They are strict but not harsh. My sister Qing is clearly doing the work of a girl's school."
"This... Deputy General Wang, it is natural for students to do their homework. It's the most normal thing!" Zhang Bufan said speechlessly, not quite understanding why he suddenly brought up this matter.
And the next moment, Wang Lin solved his confusion.
He just snorted coldly, and pointed at the girls behind him with his whip: "All the girls in the girls' school are from famous families. I think the teacher will not dare to treat the students too harshly. However, Wang heard that Mr. Zhang's granddaughter is a capable person, and Mr. Xu's dumb daughter was punished."
Wang Lin lowered his eyes, jokingly admiring Zhang Bufan's stunned look, and said meaningfully: "Master Zhang, as elders, we will not watch the younger generation suffer for no reason. Well, it's getting late now. I will have a good chat with Master Zhang during the morning court tomorrow. I hope Master Zhang will not miss the morning court and displease the emperor. Goodbye."
After saying that, the horse under Wang Lin kicked a few times anxiously. With a shout of "Gee", the horse's hooves raised a cloud of dust that enveloped Zhang Bufan's figure.
By the time Zhang Bufan coughed and cleared the dust, Wang Lin was nowhere to be seen.
He stood at the foot of the empty mountain, stunned for a moment. When he came to his senses, he stamped his feet angrily and shouted in frustration: "Nichang, Nichang, you really made my grandfather suffer!"
As he spoke, he turned around and ran hurriedly towards the gate of the girls' school.
The night passed in silence, only the various kinds of melons grew wildly, causing wave after wave of huge waves in Yanjing.
Xiao Yining felt a little exhausted after tossing and turning last night. He woke up the next day to a burst of cheers. It was already noon.
(Wang and Lin: We were even weaker. We spent more than an hour washing for the sake of the little boy’s humble face.)
(Dark River: I was bullied and kept silent, so I could only endure it silently...)
The little baby climbed out of the bed with a sweet smell, and another burst of joyful cheers reached her ears.
"Enko, the Emperor has finally issued an edict to start the Enko! Long live the Emperor!"
Xiao Yining:......, I am a crazy fan of my uncle +N.
Zhao Ya listened to the frantic noise in the next yard and shook her head helplessly, "Princess, I have asked the housekeeper for a day off for you. You can take a day off."
The little kid's eyes, which were still sleepy, suddenly woke up and he quickly got back into bed.
At this moment, she caught a glimpse of the gorgeous dress that Princess Anping had sent her yesterday, and pouted, "Madam Zhao, Sister Qing doesn't want to wear the dress Princess Anping gave her, so put it away!"
Zhao Ya was slightly startled, then looked back at the two sets of exquisite little dresses, and advised: "Princess, your dress is made of top-grade floating luster brocade. If you don't wear it, it will be a waste of this tribute material."
Little Yining turned her head away, with an expression that said, "I don't know what's good, don't tell me," and said angrily, "Uncle didn't let Sister Qing go to the palace yesterday. Princess Anping tricked Sister Qing into entering the palace. She's not good."
Zhao Ya was about to say something when Qiu Yi, who was standing beside her, said angrily, "Princess, I will put the clothes away right away."
As soon as these words fell, Zhao Ya said, "Qiu Yi, don't mess around."
Then, she squatted in front of Xiao Yining, pointed at the two pieces of clothing, and slowly advised: "Princess, this floating brocade is a tribute from Gaochang State. It is extremely valuable, and there are only two pieces. Princess Zhaoyang asked the emperor to give it to Princess Anping. Princess Anping may have displeased you, but the things are not wrong after all."
"Madam, you should be grateful for what you have received." Little Yining reminded her word by word.
Zhao Ya sighed and continued, "In fact, when the princess came back yesterday, she told me that she wanted to go to the palace. I guessed that His Majesty did not have such an order. Princess Anping grew up by His Majesty's side, and she must have known that you were taken there. His Majesty would definitely blame her for acting on her own. But princess, do you remember where you sat when you went to the palace yesterday?"
"Grandpa Uncle let Sister Qing sit next to the Second Prince at first, and later let Sister Qing sit next to him." Little Yining said truthfully.
Zhao Ya smiled when she heard this: "Just wait and see, Princess. After today, the girls in the school will definitely respect you even more."
"But...eh?" Xiao Yining's mind was a little confused for a moment.
"Everyone knows that there is a new Princess Le'an in Yanjing, but who knows how favored our Princess Le'an is and that she can sit with the emperor and the princes." Zhao Ya picked up the baby and slowly came to the clothes rack.
"The princess said that Princess Anping deceived you, but she really praised you. The reward banquet held for Second Uncle last night will definitely be talked about today. People will ask what reward Second Uncle got, and they will envy you to sit with His Majesty."
Unfortunately, my second uncle ruined the banquet last night and we got nothing.
Besides, the fact that she is favored should be well known. Is there anyone in Yanjing who doesn't know that she is my uncle's "favorite", on the same level as that beloved concubine!
Xiao Yining complained in her heart and looked at Zhao Ya with some suspicion, seriously suspecting that she was speaking well of Princess Anping.
The little girl pursed her lips and looked thoughtfully at the gorgeous dress made of floating brocade again. Finally, she uttered a dissatisfied "humph" and did not mention putting it away again.