Chapter 705: Recruiting Relatives (5)
This sound is no less than thunder on the ground, which shocked everyone unimaginable.
What is the big reason for this No. 27 candidate named Huang Guan, who has the face to intercede with His Majesty in person?
Not only the candidates, but even the onlookers could see clearly, that Huang Xiucai was rude just now, and he had already offended Lord Wen, who was presiding, and he was about to be dragged down, and he actually turned around and led out His Majesty? And it passed directly?
Does this mean that His Majesty is very optimistic about this person, and this Huang Xiucai is actually the internal candidate for the concubine?
For a while, everyone was talking, turning their heads and ears, and looking at Xiao Tianci's eyes was different. All kinds of surprise, doubt, envy, and speculation fell on him, but he didn't feel it at all, but was very useful, smiling at everyone, and the appearance of victory in sight was a little more chic.
"Why haven't I heard about Huang Xiucai's background? Otherwise, how could he have been living in a dilapidated house in Maoyan Hutong, and he was widowed, and it was not easy for him to even eat? ”
Others were also puzzled: "Yes, I also heard that this Huang Xiucai is a failure, he took the exam three times, and he barely won the show, if he didn't rely on his mother to spin and weave to repay the money, he was afraid that he couldn't afford to eat!" When did His Majesty fall in love with it? ”
"That's not right! Not true"
Someone stared at the high platform, frowning deeply: "I've seen Huang Guan before, he is not Huang Guan!" ”
"What, not Huang Guan? What the hell is going on? When the people around heard this, they became even more sensational, and asked one by one.
This person didn't say anything, just looked at Huang Guan shaking his head and shaking his head, looking thoughtful and taboo. Seeing that he didn't say anything, they couldn't ask, but they just thought that he was talking nonsense, and the speculation became more and more vigorous, and various versions of Huang Guan soon circulated.
For example, this Huang Xiucai is actually not his father's biological son, but from the palace to the people...... But someone immediately refuted, if Huang Xiu is the royal bloodline, then how can he come to participate in the princess's recruitment, isn't this messing up Chang Lun? Someone said mysteriously that this is just a show, Huang Xiucai is using this platform, otherwise how can he see His Majesty? I'm afraid that His Majesty has already recognized Huang Xiucai as his first brother, and I will have to ask him about it later......
As for the other versions, there are countless people, what is the internal candidate, there is a background and a background...... In short, when Emperor Nangong Qing of Western Chu announced in public that Huang Xiucai had passed today's primary election, he had become one of the most popular candidates for this recruitment.
For a while, the gambling house was in full swing, some people were happy and some were crying.
As soon as Huang Xiucai, the most advantageous dark horse, came out, he immediately killed Wang Xiuhan and others, who were originally ranked first, and everyone who bet regretted not being at the beginning, and the owner of the gambling house was overjoyed. If Huang Xiucai wins in the end, they will make a lot of money!
This kind of lace news is the most fast, and only half an hour later, even Xiao Yuqi heard about it.
In a private room by the window of a nearby teahouse, Xiao Yuqi sat in front of the window, staring at the high platform in the distance. This teahouse has the best view near the Saitian Square, and it has long been overcrowded, if it weren't for some means, I'm afraid that even he wouldn't be able to enjoy such an environment, and he could watch the selection while tasting tea.
A pot of Biluo spring tea in front of the table was fragrant, but Xiao Yuqi's mind was not on it.
Ever since he heard what Emperor Nangong Qing of Western Chu said, he realized something. If he didn't guess wrong, he was afraid that Emperor Xichu had already recognized the identity of the third brother, otherwise it would be impossible to announce his passage in public. But if this is the case, will Emperor Xichu have any ideas, guessing why the three princes of Dongwan went to participate in the selection of horses, and will there be any deep meaning in it?
Xiao Yuqi smiled bitterly, this reason is said, does Emperor Xichu believe it?
If he didn't know the reason and follow his father's order to personally bring Xiao Tianci to Xichu, I'm afraid he wouldn't believe it. The marriage of the royal families of the two countries, this is absolutely impossible to be so simple, one side is the princess, the other side is the prince, once Xiao Tianci is really selected as the concubine, I am afraid that the situation between Xichu and Dongwan will undergo subtle changes.
Whether it's good or bad, Xiao Yuqi can't say it now, he can only wait for today's selection to end, and then find another opportunity to visit Emperor Xichu and explain the reason in person. By the way, he should still go to visit the King of Chu and the Princess of Chu first, after all, these two are the key people who can really influence the opinions of the Emperor of Western Chu.
Fortunately, before coming, Xiao Yuqi had already prepared a gift.
"Yan Wu, have you brought all the gifts?" He said lightly.
An entourage beside him with eyes like a falcon immediately said, "Yes, eldest prince, everything is prepared according to Princess Chu's preferences." ”
"Okay, when the selection is over, let's go to the Chu Palace."
Xiao Yuqi pondered with his eyebrows, when he met Luo Qingluan and Nalan Ye, what should he say in order to convince them that this was a misunderstanding, and his real purpose was just to let Princess Chu take action to treat Xiao Tianci's hidden disease. After all, he didn't follow Dongwan's mission and arrived first, which has to be investigated deeply, and people with a heart can make up any reason.
This should be carefully considered, so as not to cause misunderstandings.
Above the Red Mansion, there is another scene.
When Nangong Qing personally announced Huang Guan, Nangong Wan'er's face sank, and she glanced at Luo Qingluan with resentment. When she saw Nalan Ye beside Luo Qingluan from beginning to end, she didn't say a word, but just watched quietly, as if she was giving her infinite support, Nangong Wan'er was even more angry.
"Brother Huang, what did Princess Chu say to you, and you actually changed your original intention?" Nangong Wan'er said coldly with a little anger.
I understood Nangong Wan'er's mood very well, and Nangong Qing was not angry.
If it weren't for Luo Qingluan whispering Xiao Tianci's identity just now, he was afraid that he would also have the same attitude as Nangong Wan'er, and wanted to pull this person out and take heavy responsibility. But now, not only can he not be held responsible, but he must also be allowed to pass, and he still thinks that Xiao Tianci is the third prince of Dongwan, what is the reason for participating in the princess's recruitment?
Could it be that Xiao Tianci also took a fancy to his third sister?
Or, what is the deep meaning in it, which the Dongwan delegation wants to express when they come all the way to Xichu this time? Xiao Tianci quietly replaced Huang Xiucai's identity, and was temporarily recognized by Luo Qingluan, in fact, there are other reasons?
As the Emperor of Western Chu, Nangong Qing had to think far-reaching.
With a straight face, Nangong Qing smiled slightly: "Wan'er, it makes sense for me to do this, and it has nothing to do with Princess Chu's words." What's the matter, when today's results are announced, I will tell you slowly when I go back, now you continue first, and I will go back and prepare. ”
He doesn't want to make extraneous things for the time being, since Wan'er doesn't know the third prince of Dongwan, then he will talk about it later.
Nangong Qing left and returned to the palace with Queen Su Yi, leaving only Luo Qingluan and Nalan Ye behind, and the angry Nangong Wan'er's resentful mood had nowhere to vent, and she glanced at Luo Qingluan hatefully.
"Actually......" At this time, Nalan Ye, who had not spoken for a while, spoke.
As soon as his eyes turned, he looked at Nangong Wan'er's face, and his eyes were deep, calm like a deep pool that could not be seen. The face is handsome, not angry but mighty, but it exudes a transcendent charm, wearing a dark robe, a jade crown and binding hair, Nangong Wan'er's heart jumped when she saw it, and she immediately lowered her head shyly.
"If the princess can marry this person, it will be the best choice." Nalan Ye's tone was indifferent, with an indescribable magnetism.
Stunned for a moment, Nangong Wan'er didn't expect Nalan to say this at night, and frowned slightly: "Why did Brother Nalan say this?" ”
Nalan Ye didn't answer, he just looked at Luo Qingluan with a gentle face, and spoke softly, infinitely gentle. Luo Qingluan didn't seem to hear Nangong Wan'er's question at all, and only looked at the candidates below with Nalan Ye, discussing casually. Ban Xiang turned his head and reminded: "Princess, you can continue." If you have any questions, Your Majesty will tell you later. ”
Don't even bother to explain?
Nangong Wan'er retracted her eyes resentfully and focused all her attention on what was in front of her.
Okay, whether it's Brother Huang, Luo Qingluan, or even Brother Nalan who she misses, no one cares about her feelings at all. They just want to marry her off quickly, throw away her burden, and never see her.
Didn't they want to marry her to this guy named Huang Guan? Well, she doesn't do what they want!
In the next selection, Nangong Wan'er seemed to have a different face, which made the onlookers more and more excited, and the momentum changed, and the noise was a little uncontrollable.
"This sixty-two is not bad, this princess looks very pleasing to the eye."
Nangong Wan'er said lightly, her beautiful eyes swept away, and she instructed the palace maid beside her: "Hold this pot of orchids down and give it to this grandson, let him behave well in the next two games, do you hear?" ”
"Yes, Princess." The palace maid answered, and immediately picked up a pot of orchid grass for decoration in the corner and sent it out.
After a moment, Nangong Wan'er laughed again: "This No. 87 Yang Gongzi is not bad, he is a talented person and has a good demeanor. This bowl of tea was given to him, and he was thirsty after standing for so long, let him moisten his throat. ”
"Yes, Princess." The palace maid was slightly startled, but she didn't dare to ask more, so she could only take the untouched cup of tea in front of Nangong Wan'er.
"Ninety-seven and ninety-eight are so similar to each other that they are twin brothers?" Nangong Wan'er covered her mouth and laughed, looking very curious and interested, "Go and tell the two Zhou Gongzi, this palace thinks they are very interesting, if you are free, you might as well come to the princess's mansion another day as a guest, this palace has something to ask them." ”
"Number 100? It seems to be quite auspicious, and Hongu likes it. ”
"This is the son of the commander of the Five Cities Soldiers and Horses? Sure enough, the tiger father had no dogs, so Bengong wrote a poem and sent it to Sun Gongzi to encourage him to cheer up. ”
"Today's candidates seem to be really good, and Princess Ben is a little interested."
"Come on, No. 263 Feng Gongzi seems to have something to say, let him go down and write it and present it to the palace."
In this way, before all the 300 candidates came on the field, the first day of recruitment and selection had already fallen into a sensational atmosphere. The princess was so approachable and gentle that she even personally encouraged her promising candidates and gave them gifts......
Dozens of candidates who received Nangong Wan'er's 'reward' and 'encouragement' burst into tears with excitement, and swore in public that they would work harder to show themselves in the next game and would not disappoint the princess.
Everyone said silently in their hearts: Princess, Xiaosheng / will never live up to your love!
With a turn of his eyes, he stared at dozens of outstanding opponents like wolves, and the fierce light was magnificent: Damn, a group of people who don't have long eyes, dare to rob the princess for this son, let's see!