Although her inhalation was almost inaudible, Su Jinyao still felt it, and at the same time, she could hear that Gu Xueqi's breathing was disordered, which proved that she was nervous.

Su Jinyao knew why Gu Xueqi was so nervous, because Seventeen's face was better. Or maybe it's better than that.

The scar that had been slanted across the entire face had now completely healed, leaving only a light-colored white mark.

Seventeen is actually the kind of boy who looks very eye-catching, his facial features are very exquisite, but he has the masculinity of a man, his facial contours are sharp and angular, and his eyes are particularly deep.

Such a man with that low-pressure expression that does not smile is absolutely lethal to a girl's heart.

Su Jinyao was also worried, when Seventeen had a scar on her face, she could make Gu Xueqi think carefully, but now that she is no longer disfigured, isn't Gu Xueqi more deeply rooted?

"Xueqi, you help me bring the blue ** at the bottom of the cabinet." Su Jinyao pointed to the inner bed and motioned for Gu Xueqi to get it.

When Gu Xueqi walked in, Su Jinyao had been observing Seventeen's movements. From the look in his eyes to his body language, he wanted to see something.

However, whether Gu Xueqi left or she came back with the **, Seventeen always lowered her eyebrows and kept silent.

Finished! Su Jinyao knew in her heart that this matter was mostly out of play.

Su Jinyao had to take the ** from Gu Xueqi's hand and handed it to Seventeen: "This ointment is for you." If you stick to your face, the only white marks left on your face will disappear as soon as possible, but if you don't use it, your complexion will also improve. You can keep this ointment and use it as a golden medicine. It has a miraculous effect on stopping bleeding and relieving pain, and removing saprophytic muscle. ”

Seventeen thanked him, and asked Su Jinyao if there was anything else, it seemed that she was planning to leave.

Su Jinyao knew that Gu Xueqi couldn't wait to stay for more than seventeen moments, but she knew in her heart that cutting through the mess quickly was the most important thing.

Therefore, Su Jinyao didn't pay attention to Gu Xueqi's secretly floating gaze, nodded directly, and signaled that Seventeen could go.

Seeing that Seventeen was walking away, Gu Xueqi took two steps back with a disappointed and lost expression, and sat directly on the chair. muttered, "That's all there is to it, right?" So be it, at least see it. ”

"Yes, you should be relieved if you see it." Su Jinyao pressed Gu Xueqi's shoulder and said, "There are some things that I really can't do anything about." ”

Apart from sighing, Su Jinyao couldn't say anything else. I can only hope that Gu Xueqi can understand the impossibility of it.

But Su Jinyao didn't know that the feelings that seemed to be stagnant today were pushed to a completely irreversible situation one day in the future.

It's the seventh day of the new year in a blink of an eye, and Gu Xueqi has always been sullen, but she has to change into new clothes today and follow Mrs. Gu to the palace banquet.

Mrs. Gu came to pick up Su Jinyao and Gu Xueqi in a carriage early in the morning, but Gu Yuxuan did not follow.

Presumably because she is still young, she will not be arranged until after Guajin.

Sitting in the carriage, Mrs. Gu looked at her daughter in front of her, who was like a flower but looked indifferent, and always felt that something had changed, but she couldn't say it.

After all, Gu Xueqi is still so well-behaved, but she always gives people a feeling of rejecting people.

Su Jinyao also felt that the atmosphere was awkward, and in order not to worry Mrs. Gu, she had to speak first: "Auntie, can you look at my dress today?" When I heard that I was going to see the emperor today, I was a little nervous. ”

Mrs. Gu praised sincerely: "Of course, the material of Jinyao's dress is the best tribute." Not to mention whether it can be bought or not, even if it is our ancient family, the materials rewarded by the Queen Mother every year are not as good as this. ”

Su Jinyao was about to say a few polite words to Mrs. Gu, and by the way, she praised Mrs. Gu for her gorgeous clothes.

But before he could speak, he heard Gu Xueqi suddenly say: "Mother, do you know which one the Queen Mother will marry me to?" ”

There are also criticisms

Gu Xueqi asked Mrs. Gu so bluntly about the marriage, at first glance, it seemed that she had accepted her fate. But in fact, Su Jinyao could hear the forbearance hidden in her words.

Perhaps, Gu Xueqi can't show dissatisfaction with her mother-in-law right now, but what if she knows about her marriage partner?

Su Jinyao couldn't help but be a little worried, and looked at Mrs. Gu's expression with a little inquiry. She also wanted to know which prince it was.

Mrs. Gu looked at Su Jinyao and Gu Xueqi, smiled slightly, and said, "Xueqi, don't worry, the Queen Mother has always cherished you, and you are the daughter of the Gu family, of course she will not snub you in the court." To whom is the marriage directed...... Think about it, who in today's royal family is unmarried? ”

Gu Xueqi was stunned for a moment, and seemed to be pondering carefully.

Su Jinyao's mind spun quickly when she heard this, and then Helian Tianqi's handsome face appeared in front of her eyes.

I don't know why, Su Jinyao secretly breathed a sigh of relief. If Gu Xueqi's marriage partner is Helian Tianqi, it would be quite good.

But Gu Xueqi didn't know if she thought of something, or that she didn't have a good impression of anyone other than seventeen at all, so her face turned white with a "brush".

Su Jinyao felt that the atmosphere of Gu Xueqi beside her was not right, and when she turned her head, she saw that she was even clenching her hands. The hand that had been lying flat on the knee had been retracted into the sleeve, and the joints had begun to turn white from the exertion.

"Xueqi?" Su Jinyao was a little stunned, even if Helian Tianqi was unreliable, he was good-looking, and he was very enthusiastic.

And to tell you the truth, Su Jinyao's impression of Helian Tianqi is really good. At least he is sincere enough and persistent in his feelings, but he will not drag his feet.

If Gu Xueqi can be with Helian Tianqi, it will also be a good marriage after a long time of love.

But looking at Gu Xueqi's appearance, does she think Helian Tianqi is so unreliable?

Su Jinyao pondered in her heart that she should find an opportunity to secretly persuade her.

Gu Xueqi's mood was always bad, and Su Jinyao didn't speak because Mrs. Gu was beside her.

In the blink of an eye, they arrived at the palace gate, and after the carriage stopped, Mrs. Gu took the two of them out of the carriage.

This time, there was no Magu or Lian Gu at the gate of the palace to greet them, and they only saw when they got off the carriage, and several other luxurious carriages also stopped at the gate of the palace, and there were also dressed ladies who got off the carriage one after another.

It seems that this is a formal palace banquet, and the other carriages must be the relatives of the emperor or the ladies of the ministers of the court.

These women seem to be of high status, and they are all graceful and luxurious, and their appearance is good.

As soon as the Gu family's carriage came down, someone looked over here. But I don't know if it's because of the rules, or if these ladies are also stretching their bodies, so no one comes to say hello.

Mrs. Gu didn't mean to go forward to greet her, so she directly took the invitation from the palace from the hand of the personal maid next to her and handed it over to the eunuch at the door.

The eunuch looked to be in his forties, not fat but with a big round face, small but round eyes, and a nose and mouth that were not small.

This kind of face is very generous, and it is also the most suitable to do this kind of work at the door. It's better than a sharp-beaked monkey-cheeked person standing here to look imposing and more stable.

The eunuch took the invitation, and smiled at Mrs. Gu, Su Jinyao, and Gu

Xue Qi said hello, and then waved her hand to call two sheep carts.

It seems that the sheep carts in the palace are really prepared, and after standing in front of the palace gate for a while, there are more than ten sheep carts back and forth.

This sheep cart is not big, and it can seat up to two women at a time, so Mrs. Gu got into the front one, and Su Jinyao and Gu Xueqi were ready to sit in the back one.

Just as Gu Xueqi and Su Jinyao were about to get into the car, they heard the sound of a carriage behind them.

Then, the ladies who were still waiting in front of the palace gate all began to bow down, and Madame Gu also got down from the carriage in front of her, and they also gave the same salute.

And the maids, palace maids, and a few eunuchs who were in charge of answering all knelt down.

Although the guards guarding the palace gate did not have to salute, they also raised their spears in their hands and saluted them with spears.

Although Su Jinyao hasn't looked back yet, she also knows that this should be a big shot.

Su Jinyao pulled Gu Xueqi around, and was also thinking about whether to give a gift, and when she took it, she saw that the carriage was familiar to her, it was Gu Xuebin's carriage.

Gu Xueqi hurriedly let go of the hand she was holding with Su Jinyao, and bowed in the same way.

Only Su Jinyao was still standing there, quietly watching Gu Xuebin get out of the carriage and walk straight towards her.

"Why are you here?" Su Jinyao waited until Gu Xuebin came to her before asking softly.

Gu Xuebin smiled, and did not answer Su Jinyao immediately, but instructed the eunuch who should be in charge: "Call my sheep cart." ”

"Yes." The eunuch who should take care of the matter quickly got up and ran, and after a while, he brought Gu Xuebin's sheep cart and personally helped Gu Xuebin get into the car.

Gu Xuebin raised his hand and motioned for him not to approach, but to help Su Jinyao over first and help her into his sheep cart.

Su Jinyao got into the car, and Gu Xuebin turned his head and said to Mrs. Gu: "Mrs. Gu, please enter the palace by yourself, I will take Jinyao to leave first." ”

"Yes, His Royal Highness the Prince." Mrs. Gu still lowered her head, and her tone was also respectful.

Gu Xuebin got into the car and ordered the sheep cart to start.

So, Su Jinyao was taken away by His Royal Highness the Crown Prince in full view of everyone. is still sitting in the prince's exclusive carriage, which shows that he is very favored.

The sheep cart is not going fast, there is an open road in front, and there is a patter behind the attendant, which is quite magnificent.

Su Jinyao and Gu Xuebin sat side by side, knowing in their hearts that Gu Xuebin was deliberately showing his identity.

The day of their wedding is getting closer and closer, but Su Jinyao doesn't have many opportunities to really show up.

It seems that there are also some arguments in the capital, saying that although Su Jinyao is the daughter of the Gu family, after all, her background is open to discussion, saying that her mother is not the wife of the third young master of the Gu family, Ming Media, is marrying, so Su Jinyao is also an illegitimate daughter, and she can't be this princess at all.

Some people do not object to this crown princess, but they also suggest that for the continuation of the royal family's heirs, Gu Xuebin's marriage should be accompanied by a side concubine, so as to spread out for the royal family.

In general, Su Jinyao also heard a lot of right and wrong, rumors. But no one dared to really stumble on her, or directly challenge her position.

Su Jinyao knew that there should be no shortage of pressure from Gu Xuebin for herself.

Gu Shangqing sighed more than once these days, saying that Gu Xuebin is indeed a man, and he is really responsible, and he is affectionate enough for his sister-in-law.

Equal respect

Gu Xuebin didn't give anyone a chance to criticize Su Jinyao, and if he dared to say bluntly that he would let the prince take the concubine, he would definitely not give that person good fruit to eat.

So today's palace banquet Gu Xuebin rushed over, picked up Su Jinyao in front of everyone, let her sit beside him, and announced that this was his Gu Xuebin's woman.

To be honest, Su Jinyao's heart didn't feel that it was impossible, and there was more joy and sweetness. and the respect she received after being recognized, which filled her with confidence and glory.

"Jinyao, you're so beautiful today." Gu Xuebin turned slightly sideways to face Su Jinyao, held Su Jinyao's hand tightly with one hand, and propped up the handrail of the sheep cart with the other, looking at her lazily.

Su Jinyao smiled and said, "Mrs. Gu also praised my clothes for looking good, and it was all your credit." ”

"It's because you're good-looking, what's the matter with clothes?" Gu Xuebin smiled, stretched out his hand to smooth Su Jinyao's hair, and said, "I'll take you to see your father first, my father's health is not good, I wanted you to see it." ”

"Hmm." Su Jinyao agreed very obediently. As a doctor, she treats the sick and saves people out of her own vocation.

After a pause, Gu Xuebin said again: "My father has repeatedly mentioned the matter of succession to me recently, but I have been refusing. Jin Yao, if I can cure my father, I want to continue to be this prince. ”

Su Jinyao glanced at Gu Xuebin with a little puzzlement, and then smiled. said: "You want to be the prince, why do you ask me?" ”

"As the crown prince, I naturally want to share my father's worries and seek benefits for the people. But as your husband, I want to accompany you more. So I can only pray for my father's good health. After Gu Xuebin finished speaking, he also pinched Su Jinyao's little nose.

Su Jinyao smiled and didn't speak.

Because she had also said to Gu Xuebin before, the emperor's illness seemed to be fine, but it was actually very serious. She wasn't sure she'd be cured.

Although she is a disciple of a divine doctor, even if she is a divine doctor, she is only a healer and not a god, and there is a big difference between the two.

The palace where the emperor lives is called Shenghe Palace, and the palace area is very large, but it looks too solemn and solemn, but it is a little less popular.

The chief eunuch was already waiting outside, and when he saw Gu Xuebin's sheep cart arriving, he personally ran over to greet him.

After Gu Xuebin still got out of the car, he helped Su Jinyao down with his own hands. Its movements are skillful and gentle, and there is no trace of peacekeeping.

The chief eunuch couldn't help but look at Su Jinyao twice, and then bowed and saluted: "His Royal Highness the Prince, please come here." ”

"There's Mr. Lao Yue." Gu Xuebin was quite polite to this Chief Manager Yue, it seems that this big eunuch is a close attendant of the emperor's side.

Gu Xuebin took Su Jinyao's hand and walked towards the Shenghe Palace together. The stairs are very high, and you can see the door of the main hall of the Sainte-He Palace from a distance, but when you step on the steps, you can only see the roof of the palace.

While walking, the chief manager Yue also said: "The emperor ordered, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince and the Crown Princess can rest here for a while first, and the emperor is discussing with the Queen Mother." ”

"Okay, then I'll take Jinyao to the garden to have a look." After Gu Xuebin finished speaking, he led Su Jinyao to the back.

The imperial garden of the Imperial Palace is not much to see this season, but there are more stones, but the flowers and plants have not yet turned green.

There are a lot of fish in the water, the weather is cold in the morning, the water surface is covered with a thin layer of ice, at this time it is noon, the sun shines on the ground warm, the ice on the water surface also begins to melt, a piece of thin ice floats on the water surface, crystal clear and shining.

The fish in the water also come out from time to time to breathe, and occasionally push the ice floes on the surface of the water, which is quite interesting.

Su Jinyao and Gu Xuebin looked at the fish, and when she saw that there was no one around, she asked in a low voice, "Che, why haven't you heard from Aunt Ma?" ”

Su Jinyao felt that although Aunt Ma's injuries were serious, after all, the rescue was timely, and she should be out of danger, and she was already recovering.

But no one mentioned this matter, and Su Jinyao didn't want to inquire too much, and only now did she have the opportunity to ask Gu Xuebin.

Gu Xuebin smiled slightly and said, "Of course my life is saved, and you and I naturally don't have to worry about other things." Aunt Ma has been in the palace all her life, and she is very shrewd, so naturally she will not tell everything about the day. However, the queen mother no longer trusts her, and the day before yesterday sent someone to send her out of the palace for retirement. ”

Although it sounds like a rabbit and a dog cooking, this is actually a good ending for Aunt Ma.

Always let her die of old age and be a grandmother for a lifetime. What's more, maybe one day she offends someone, or makes the Queen Mother unhappy, and her end may be even worse.

Su Jinyao remembered one more thing and said, "What happened to the well in the cold palace?" ”

Su Jinyao was worried that the body of the "Gu man" who threw it down would be found after all, and it was difficult to explain.

Gu Xuebin habitually smoothed Su Jinyao's hair, pursed his lips and smiled: "It seems that Jinyao, you will be like a fish in water when you lead the harem in the future." Now I'm even so worried about the affairs of the cold palace. ”

Su Jinyao didn't laugh when she heard this, but raised her eyebrows and looked at Gu Xuebin coldly, her voice was deliberately lowered a little, and asked, "What harem are you talking about?" Do I still need to rule your harem? ”

"Huh?" Gu Xuebin suddenly found that there was a pit in front of him, which he had dug himself.

He hurriedly waved his hand and said, "No, Jinyao, you misunderstood, the harem I mean is not those concubines, but those subordinates who do things, palace maids, eunuchs or something." ”

"Oh, I see." Su Jinyao smiled and said, "Actually, I'm also teasing you." However, you have time to order someone to look for it, and one of my hibiscus bracelets has broken and fallen there. It was given by the queen mother on the day I entered, so it's not good to lose it like this. ”

Gu Xuebin said: "Jin Yao, your mind is really big. How many days have you remembered to let me look for it? ”