Chapter 28: The Son (3)
Entering the Zhenghe Hall, Mrs. Tai smiled and said, "Prince Qi, please take a seat." Pen "Fun" Pavilion www.biquge.info"
The prince of Qi resolutely refused: "Absolutely not! I am a junior, how can I sit at the head of the elders." If my grandmother said this again, it would be inconvenient for me to linger any longer, so I would go back to the palace. ”
"It's best for my grandmother to sit on this seat. I sat next to my grandmother. It also makes it easier to speak. ”
Mrs. Tai couldn't resist him, so she had to sit down as she said, her eyes full of gratifying smiles.
For an old man who is over half a hundred years old, the most comforting thing is the filial piety of his children and grandchildren.
The prince of Qi is her own grandson, and he is also a royal descendant. She must not rely on the old to sell the old and lose her manners. However, he took the initiative to give up his seat, so it was not rude to take care of his family.
The Wu clan, the Shen clan, and the Fang clan also sat down one by one in order.
As for Gu Guanning and the others, it was inconvenient to sit down on such an occasion, so they each stood behind their mothers.
Yao Ruozhu and Wu Lianxiang stood beside Gu Guanhua.
Shen Qinglan hesitated slightly, quietly moved and stood by Gu Wanning's side.
Gu Wanning glanced at Shen Qinglan lightly.
That glance was cold and sharp, with an awe-inspiring momentum. It weighs heavily on people's hearts and makes people breathless. Like a candle, it illuminates all the darkness in her heart.
Shen Qinglan's heart trembled inexplicably, and a chill was born. Subconsciously lowered his head, not having the courage to look at Gu Wanning.
Gu Wanning also frowned slightly after realizing his actions.
Back then, it was indeed Shen Qinglan who was in love with the prince of Qi and repeatedly showed goodwill, and the Shen family set up a trick from it. But empathy, don't fall in love, betray the person who failed her, it is Xiao Rui.
It was this fact that made her see his true colors.
Even if there is no Shen Qinglan, there will be others in the future. She was so stupid because of Xiao Rui's anger at Shen Qinglan, and she was even more self-deceiving.
Gu Guanning retracted his mind and no longer looked at Shen Qinglan.
The sound of Mrs. Tai and Prince Qi talking came from his ears. Mrs. Tai asked with concern about the trivial matters of the food, clothing and daily life of the prince of Qi, and the prince of Qi was not impatient at all, and answered them one by one.
There were three concubines from the Wu family, the Shen family, and the Fang family, occasionally interjecting, and most of the time they listened quietly.
Soon, Gu Jinxing, Gu Jinyan's cousins all came, and saluted together: "I've seen the son." ”
The prince of Qi got up with a smile, hugged his fists and returned the salute: "Cousins don't have to be polite. ”
Gu Jinxing is the elder, and the prince of Qi is the same age, although he is not intimate, he can always gossip when he meets: "The prince has not been to the house for some days." I talked to them about Shizi in the morning, but I didn't expect Shizi to come in the afternoon. ”
"This is 'say Cao Cao Cao is here'. Gu Jinyan interjected with a smile.
Because of Gu Wanning, the prince of Qi was also very kind to Gu Jinyan, and responded with a smile: "If you know that you all think about me so much, I shouldn't have been invited to the banquet by my grandson on the day of my retirement last month." ”
As he spoke, he glanced at Gu Wanning intentionally or unintentionally.
As if to explain something.
Gu Wanning listened to the words Taisun, and really had some subtle reactions. Those bright eyes also looked over.
It's just that the gaze is a little strange, not coquettish, not relieved. It's like looking at ...... With a hint of indifference and hostility.
The prince of Qi was secretly stunned, and before he could think about it, Gu Jinyan's curious voice sounded again: "I heard that His Royal Highness Taisun is not in good health and is often sick. Is this all true?"
The prince of Qi steadied himself and said lightly: "Taisun's body is indeed weaker, but it has not yet reached the point of being weak and sickly. The rumors out there are really exaggerated. On weekdays, there is a special imperial doctor to regulate his body, except for a little regret that he can't practice martial arts, the others are no different from ordinary people. ”
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The grandson is the eldest son of the crown prince and his cousin.
This cousin was only three months older than him.
Because of the difference of these three months, Taisun became the eldest imperial grandson of the Great Qin Dynasty, and he was also particularly valued and favored by Emperor Yuanyou.
He was born three months late, and after that, he was one step behind his cousin in everything, and he couldn't surpass his cousin in anything.
Just like his father back then, he was born a few months later than the crown prince and became the third prince.
The eldest prince born to the queen died at the age of ten. After several years, nothing came out. The rule of the Great Qin Dynasty is that there is no heir. Without the eldest prince, the second prince is the logical candidate for the prince.
After the second prince became the crown prince, he married the daughter of the Min family as the crown princess. Min's belly is also angry, and after marrying the prince, he gave birth to a son-in-law the next year. The first emperor grandson was born, and Emperor Yuanyou was very happy, and immediately sealed the grandson, and rewarded countless gold, silver and jade. It also gave amnesty to the world.
When it was his turn to be born, Emperor Yuanyou was of course also happy.
However, with his cousin in front of him, much less attention was given to him.
Before his father left the capital, he called him to the front and explained a lot in earnest. Among them, there are a few sentences: "Rui'er, people's fate is probably predestined by God." His father was unlucky and was born one step late. When it comes to you, it's the same again. This is something that cannot be changed. ”
"Father left you in the capital, you have your father's reason. You may not understand it now. When you grow up, you will understand your father's good intentions. ”
Over the years, he has gradually understood the deep meaning contained in these words.
Unfortunately, it is useless to understand.
Some things can't be changed. For example, he was born three months late, such as the imperial grandfather's preference for his cousin.
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The prince of Qi pressed the chaotic thoughts that flashed in his mind into his heart, and said with a casual smile: "Taisun can't practice martial arts, but he is quite interested in some strange gadgets. In the prince's mansion, there are also a few skilled craftsmen for him to send envoys. Last month he invited me and two other cousins to a banquet because he made a flying wooden bird to open our eyes. ”
What the?
Can a bird made of wood fly?
As soon as the prince of Qi said this, everyone became interested.
Even Mrs. Tai laughed: "My wife has lived most of her life, and she has heard all kinds of strange things. This woodbird can fly, but it is unheard of. ”
Gu Guanhua and the others all pricked up their ears curiously.
The prince of Qi smiled slightly, and his extremely handsome face emitted a glittering light, which was dazzling: "Don't hide it from my grandmother, I have never heard of it before." So my cousin invited me to come and visit, and I didn't hesitate to say yes. Going to the Prince's Mansion that day really opened my eyes. ”
Then, deliberately stopped.
He looked at Gu Guanning with smiling eyes, as if he was waiting for Gu Guanning to open his mouth to ask.
It's a pity that Gu Wanning hung his head slightly and didn't look at him at all.
The prince of Qi was a little disappointed in his heart.
At that moment, he suddenly realized that two other eyes had been watching him.
It was the girl standing beside Gu Wanning.
This girl looks a little older than Gu Wanning, with a similar height, but her body is a little more slender and delicate. Willow eyebrows and cherry lips, eyes are wavy, and she is very beautiful and moving. and the appearance of the second aunt Shen's is surprising!
Who is this girl?
I have never seen her when I came to Dingbei Hou Mansion before.
It seems that it should be the niece of the Shen family, who has just lived in the Gu family.
The prince of Qi did not focus on the girl for too long, and quickly looked away.
Gu Guanqi, who was the most curious, couldn't help but open his mouth and asked: "When the prince went to the prince's mansion, did he really see a flying wooden bird?
King Qi Shizi smiled: "It took less than a cup of tea to fly, and it fell." However, this tea skill is surprising enough. ”
Gu Jinyan asked with great interest: "In addition to the wooden bird, has the prince seen anything else interesting?"
Prince Qi nodded: "Of course." If you are interested, I will take you to the Prince's Mansion next time. ”
Gu Jinyan usually pretends to be an adult, but he is still a seven-year-old child, and he is always interested in novelties. Hearing what the prince of Qi said, he was immediately overjoyed: "Really? Can you really take me to the prince's mansion? Will His Royal Highness the prince be unhappy?"
The prince of Qi smiled: "This will not be. My cousin has a very good temper and likes to be lively the most, and often holds banquets in the house. When there were more people, he was happy. ”
Gu Wanning's eyes flashed slightly, and a long and blurry face flashed in his mind.