eurekapd Chapter 349 Shen Family Girl
Chapter 349 Shen Family Girl
No matter how anxious the group was, they had to wait for Emperor Qianwu and the Empress Dowager to finish their review.
But with the look from Lord Zhang, many people already knew what was going on, and this naturally included the eighth prince Xiao Yuncheng.
Xiao Yuncheng had a gentle look on his face, his eyes fixed on Shen Jingyu.
The two looked at each other, Shen Jingyu lowered her head slightly shyly, while Xiao Yuncheng smiled gently, obviously quite satisfied.
Xiao Heyu immediately joked: "Eighth brother has a beautiful woman by his side, and now he is going to win the first prize, it is really a double happiness."
Xiao Yuncheng retracted his gaze and said gently: "Third brother, you are too kind. Yuncheng has nothing to ask for, but just wants to find a confidant."
Xiao Heyu picked up the wine cup and said with a smile: "This is a bit fake. I'm sure that my father will not believe it. But I am indeed curious about what it is about the eldest lady of the Shen family that attracts my eighth brother."
In Xiao Heyu's opinion, Shen Jingyu was unremarkable and boring like a wooden man.
He has always liked women with interesting personalities, and he really can't get interested in a woman who acts so reserved all day long.
But then again, a woman like this, if placed in a certain position, could be used to scare people.
Xiao Yuncheng was not annoyed, and continued: "Eighth brother speaks from the bottom of his heart, why don't you believe it, Third brother?"
Xiao Heyu said again: "But to be honest, she is loyal to my eighth brother. In order to protect my eighth brother, she keeps her mouth shut."
I know he was talking about the matter of finding the list of names, but Xiao Yuncheng had asked Shen Jingyu about this, and she didn't get any list at all, let alone where those things were found from.
To the point that Xiao Yuncheng suspected that this was either a trap set by Xiao Heyu himself to intimidate him, or that he was being framed.
But even if he said these words, Xiao Heyu would not believe them.
Soon, Emperor Qianwu and the Empress Dowager had read all the manuscripts. Emperor Qianwu looked at several of his close ministers with a smile and asked, "What do you think, my dear ministers?"
One person stepped forward and said, "Your Majesty, the women of Daqian are no less talented. In just a few moments, they have produced many masterpieces that put this old man to shame."
"Indeed, I think some of them are very good, worthy of being called a genius."
"I think the people of Daqian are open-minded and have done a lot of education for women. All this is thanks to your majesty. Otherwise, how could such a grand occasion be presented?"
"..."
Emperor Qianwu said with a smile: "Speak now, each of you can recommend an article, and I will see your opinions."
"Your Majesty, you are making things difficult for us. It is difficult to judge in such a short time. If I make random recommendations, it may be unfair."
Some slick old ministers immediately started practicing Tai Chi, obviously not wanting to get involved in the contest.
As soon as these words were spoken, the other people echoed them.
Emperor Qianwu nodded and said, "That's right. Then everyone should recommend an article that you like the most. Regardless of talent or handwriting, just go with your heart."
What this means is that you don't have to be so rigorous or strive for perfection, just choose based on your feelings and personal preferences.
After hearing this, several close ministers could no longer refuse and each of them selected an article.
After reading it, Emperor Qianwu seemed to be in a good mood: "Sure enough, there are still people who share the same preferences as me!"
"What does the Queen Mother think?" asked Emperor Qianwu.
The Queen Mother smiled and said, "In my opinion, the works of the two young ladies of the Shen family, the maid Qiwen, and the maid Miaoke are all good. In addition, the poems of Miss Yao, Miss Zhao, and Miss Chen are also quite charming. It is really difficult to choose."
"Mother, you are throwing the problem back to me." Emperor Qianwu said with a smile.
No one knows a son better than his mother. The Queen Mother actually knew which poem her son liked. She didn't really like it too much. After all, she preferred women who were well-educated, calm and respectful.
The words were too heroic and frivolous. If it were a man, it would be very inspiring, but if it were a woman, it might not be a blessing.
However, having said that, the Queen Mother was somewhat more curious about the woman who could write such a poem.
"Girl from the Shen family, stand out and let me take a look." Emperor Qianwu spoke in a deep voice, his sharp eyes scanning the area below with a hint of smile.
Concubine Jing was delighted and looked at Shen Jingyu beside her with a much kinder look.
There was also a smile on Concubine Rou's face, but the smile did not reach her eyes.
Zhou Qiwen sat beside Concubine Rou, her eyes fell on Shen Jingyu without any hesitation, and her heroic face became more gloomy.
Until this moment, the stone in Shen Jingyu's heart finally fell to the ground. She stood up with a proper posture and slowly walked to the center of the field.
The girl was wearing a peach pink skirt with a dark blue fur collar. She wore a golden crown with a magpie holding a pearl on her head, and a gold and pearl-studded hairpin with the same pattern of a magpie climbing a branch, which only made the girl look elegant and graceful.
"Master Shen, you are so lucky to have such a daughter!"
"I've long heard that Sister Yu from your mansion is known as the most talented woman in the capital. I never thought that her writings would be praised by His Majesty!"
"You don't know this. The eldest daughter of the Shen family was commended by the Empress Dowager in her early years. Otherwise, how could she be so valued by Concubine Jing..."
The words of the group only flattered Shen Jingchuan so much that his face flushed and his smiling cheeks became stiff.
Qin Xuerong was even more delighted among the female relatives. Since no one in the mansion could share her joy, she quietly got up and went to the Qin residence.
"Mom, look at Sister Yu, she didn't let us down!" Qin Xuerong had tears in her eyes.
There was also a hint of smile on Old Madam Qin's wrinkled face.
Yes, he is worthy of being the child that the Qin family has spent countless efforts to cultivate over the years!
Madam Qin said slowly, "She has already won the favor of His Majesty the Eighth Prince and Consort Jing, and has also been praised by the Empress Dowager. Now that she has been praised by His Majesty, that position is just around the corner!"
Qin Guiqiong, who was standing by, also smiled and complimented, "Now all that's missing is an order from His Majesty. I'd like to congratulate you in advance."
Qin Xuerong's resentment towards Qin Guiqiong faded a lot. After all, she was always bothered by the fact that her brother gave crickets to Lin.
"Don't worry, sister. If Sister Yu can take that position, I will never forget you." Qin Xuerong said slowly.
Upon hearing this, Qin Guiqiong smiled brightly and became even more attentive.
Madam Qin's always dignified demeanor now relaxed a little.
No one knows how long they need to plan for things that are easily available to others just because of their poor family background.
From her generation to her children, and then to her granddaughter, they have put in a lot of thought and used all means, with one generation after another recommending someone, until now, they have finally gotten the position of a prince's consort!
The bitterness here cannot be told to outsiders!
Madam Qin now only hopes that before she dies, she can see Jing Yuer sitting in that position above everyone else!
If this were the case, she would die with peace of mind!
Lou Yulan sat aside, looking at her cousin who was loved by the nobles, and couldn't help but look in the direction of Xiao Tingshan.
Seeing that his eyes were also fixed on my cousin, I couldn't help feeling a little disappointed.
Is it true that she will have to live under the spotlight of her cousin forever...