mtlumby2d Chapter 149 Release
Chapter 149 Release
Over the Imperial Lake, the lanterns were lit. The lake surface was like a mirror, reflecting the setting sun in the sky. The shimmering light on the water was like a multitude of scattered stars, glittering brightly.
A banquet was underway on the lakeshore, featuring exquisite delicacies, fresh fruits and vegetables, and fragrant wine.
The sound of stringed instruments drifts slowly, and along with the breeze of the summer night, it stirs people's hearts.
Shuhe and Wenyi came together from outside the banquet hall, separated before the banquet, and ran to their respective mothers.
Shuhe tiptoed towards Xinpin and saw that Xinpin was chatting and laughing with Guo Guiren.
When Concubine Guo saw Shuhe, she smiled and nodded at her, and Shuhe also called her softly.
When Xinpin heard the voice, she turned around and saw Shuhe's timid look. She hurriedly smiled and pulled her hand.
Shuhe hesitated for a moment, then took small steps towards her, "Mother..." Her voice was as small as a mosquito.
Xinpin asked curiously, "What's going on? Did he get into trouble and come to find mother?"
Shuhe blushed as she slowly took out the handkerchief from her sleeve and whispered, "Mother, this is embroidered by my daughter. It's for you."
The moment she handed over the handkerchief, Shuhe's heart was in turmoil. She was worried that her mother would not like the childish pattern on the handkerchief, but she also hoped to please her mother.
She quietly raised her eyes to look at Xinpin, only to see Xinpin's eyes instantly light up, the smile on her face became even brighter, and she praised her generously, "Oh, my little Shuhe is really amazing! Is this a sunflower? It's so beautifully embroidered, my Shuhe, you are my mother's pride."
Touching the overlapping petals of the sunflower, the pink and purple petals with fine stitching appear lifelike.
When Shuhe heard her mother's praise, the stone in her heart fell to the ground and a smile appeared on her face. That smile was as bright as the sunflowers blooming on the silk handkerchief.
Wen Yi's small hands tightly grasped the headband she had carefully sewn. The trumpet creeper embroidered on the headband was bright and eye-catching. Although the stitching was a little childish, it was full of her heart.
Wen Yi stepped forward shyly and called softly, "Mother."
Concubine Wen turned to look at Wen Yi, and seeing that her face was flushed, she gently pulled her to her side and scratched her face, "Where have you been? Mother doesn't have any wine for you to drink. Use a bowl of lotus seed soup to cool down your fever." As she said that, she took an unused small bowl and spoon and scooped a few spoonfuls of soup.
Wen Yi whispered "OK".
When Concubine Wen turned around, Wen Yi seized the opportunity to gently take out the headband hidden behind her back and handed it to Concubine Wen, "Mother, this is something I sewed for you with my own hands. I hope you like it."
Concubine Jing, who had been watching from the side for a long time, smiled with relief.
A hint of surprise and emotion flashed in Wenpin's eyes. She quickly put down the bowl and took the headband with both hands.
Her slender fingers gently stroked the imperfect but extremely precious stitches, and crystal tears gradually welled up in her eyes.
She pulled Wen Yi into her arms, hugged her tightly, and said in a trembling voice, "Wen Yi, Wen Yi, this is the most precious gift I have ever received. I like it very much."
Wen Yi leaned in Wenpin's arms, a happy smile on her face. She asked, "What kind of flowers does mother like? Wen Yi will learn needlework from Empress Qian in the future and embroider flowers that mother likes for her."
Concubine Wen wiped the corners of her eyes with a handkerchief and raised her headband. "This is Mother's favorite flower. Wen Yi, can you tell Mother why it's the trumpet creeper?"
Wen Yi's palms were moist and warm, and she gently touched Wenpin's forehead. "Aunt Yinxiu said that when spring comes and cold comes, mother gets a headache when exposed to the wind, so I sewed a headband for her. At first, I didn't know what pattern to embroider.
But my daughter saw the bright flowers on the wall, and someone said it was trumpet creeper.
The daughter thought, this flower is brightly colored and stands tall on the branch, but it is willing to grow downwards and lower its head so that others can appreciate its beauty. Just like her mother always lowered her head to wipe Wen Yi.
Wen Yi looked at Wen Bin with bright eyes. Wen Bin cried with joy again and hugged Wen Yi in her arms.
No matter what the meaning of this statement is, from then on it will be the most precious flower in Wenpin's life.
Concubine Jing was also moved by this atmosphere and wiped away tears, feeling deeply moved. "The trumpet creeper represents admiration and respect. Wen Yi chose the right flower and put the right thought into it."
Thinking that she also had Xinhe, Concubine Jing felt infinite anticipation in her heart.
Lou Yong'er, who was standing behind Concubine Jing, was not so moved. She pursed her lips tightly, her nails digging deep into her palms.
Jiang Ruyin stood on a high place, and Nian Shilan sat on both sides.
She squinted her eyes and looked to both sides, then tilted her face, "Lingrong has taken in two little disciples recently. Can you see their talent?"
An Lingrong watched the scene with a smile, her cheeks slightly red. "I'm not really an apprentice, I'm just giving you some pointers. Princess Shuhe once learned needlework, and she's very attentive and a quick learner. Princess Wenyi is eager to learn, but she's younger, so her progress is slower."
Jiang Ruyin thought thoughtfully, "Both princesses are filial people."
Jiang Ruyin glanced at a place not far away and saw Hongxuan picking flowers and playing with grass surrounded by Yuan Beishan and Suochun.
Sighing, Jiang Ruyin said slowly, "I don't know when I can see Hongxuan pay more attention to his royal father and mother."
An Lingrong smiled and said, "Hongxuan is so young. Your Majesty is envious of her elder sisters, Xinpin and Wenpin."
"Time flies. In the blink of an eye, I have been in the palace for five years. I am afraid that Hongning will grow up in the blink of an eye. I just want time to slow down so that I can see Hongning's peaceful sleeping face more often."
An Lingrong spoke slowly with a look of longing in her eyes.
Jiang Ruyin couldn't help but laugh, "Lingrong's mentality is much better than before, which makes me envious."
After three rounds of drinking, the mood grew, and the concubines showed a rare scene of joy.
Palace servants brought in colorful Kongming lanterns, resembling wings of dreams. Everyone stood up, filled with hope and longing, picked up their pens and dipped them in ink, writing their wishes on the lanterns. Some prayed for their parents' health, some hoped for a peaceful life, and some hoped for a son to provide them with a lifelong support.
The emperor arrived late and whispered a few words to Jiang Ruyin, "I wanted to hold a lively evening banquet, but unexpectedly I was tripped up by government affairs and arrived late."
Seeing that the emperor's face showed no sign of fatigue, but rather a look of refreshed joy, Jiang Ruyin had a guess in her mind and smiled gently, "It's not too late. It's time to release the Kongming lanterns. Your Majesty, please pick up the pen first."
The emperor nodded, took Concubine Hua's hand and walked to the table by the lake.
Nian Shilan's hands were trembling, and she let the emperor lead her forward.
The emperor picked up his brush and wrote on the golden dragon-patterned Kongming lantern. At the same time, he said loudly, "May the Qing Dynasty prosper forever, the people be healthy, the royal heir be strong, and the six palaces be harmonious."
Nian Shilan, beside him, wrote two lines of words on the wall with mixed feelings. Jiang Ruyin glanced at them and saw only two words: "Brother, child."
The emperor tilted his head to look at Jiang Ruyin and was surprised to find that what Jiang Ruyin wrote was the same as his own.