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Prince Yong looked at Zhang Pan'er's expression and understood what was going on. His eyes flickered slightly and he said in a friendly tone, "Pan'er, if I want to gain Uncle Sixteen's support, I can only rely on you."
Zhang Paner frowned slightly when she heard this, her eyes full of doubt. How could such a matter depend on her, a woman? She and her Sixteenth Uncle had only met once in the palace last time and had greeted him politely, so they were not familiar with each other!
Prince Yong had no need to hide his words at this point, and said bluntly: "Pan'er, I noticed that the way Uncle Sixteen looked at you last time was quite different."
Zhang Paner's eyes widened when she heard this, and she looked at her husband in disbelief. What did he mean by "Uncle Sixteen" looked at her differently"? How could she not understand this naked hint?
Prince Yong had already made up his mind at this time, and said solemnly: "Pan'er, the Prince Yong's Mansion must have an heir. Sixteenth Uncle is a direct descendant of the royal family. If you can have a child with Sixteenth Uncle, it will not pollute the royal bloodline. Secondly, if you have a child, Sixteenth Uncle will have to help me ascend the throne."
Zhang Paner's eyebrows raised when she heard this. Her bright eyes stood up and she glared at the young man in front of her. She shouted, "My Lord, do you know what you are talking about?"
Zhang Paner understood what Prince Yong said. Prince Yong's Mansion must have an heir so as to stop the gossips. Prince Yong suffered from impotence and could not have an heir, so that child was the only heir to Prince Yong's Mansion. If Prince Yong ascended the throne, that child would be the only heir to the throne.
It has to be said that if this could be accomplished, it would indeed be a two-birds-with-one-stone plan. No wonder Prince Yong was sure that his sixteenth uncle was the one who could help him.
Just asking her to do this kind of thing of borrowing sperm to have a child, what do they think of her, a seductive vixen? Or a shameless slut?
When Prince Yong saw Zhang Pan'er's stern words and shouting, he felt a little happy in his heart, but his expression was calm. He knelt on his knees and said, "Pan'er, if I can't sit on the throne, that vicious woman will never let me off easily, and our Prince Yong's Mansion will not end well. You must help me with this matter. I beg you."
Zhang Pan'er was stunned when she heard that. It was indeed as Prince Yong said. If Prince Yong did not ascend the throne, he would be held accountable afterwards, and she, the Princess of Yong, would not have a good ending either.
Looking at the young man begging desperately in front of her, Zhang Paner felt mixed emotions. After a long while, she whispered, "Let me think about it."
The husband knelt on the ground and begged her to have an affair with him. What kind of thing is this?
Chapter 234: Sister You: We are sisters with one heart
Duke Ning's Mansion.
Today is the wedding day of Jia Rong, the grandson of the Ningguo Mansion. Early in the morning, the front of the beast-head gate was decorated with lights and colorful lanterns. Guests from all sides came here to congratulate one after another, presenting a joyous scene.
The carriage of Prince Beijing's Palace arrived leisurely. Shui Rong got off the carriage. She was wearing a snow-white straight-collared robe and a wide belt with moon-white auspicious cloud pattern around her waist. Hanging on the belt was a piece of extremely fine black jade. Her black hair was tied with a silver ribbon. She didn't wear a crown or a hairpin, and looked light and elegant.
He reached out his hand to help the beauty in the carriage down. It was none other than Princess Beijing, Jia Yuanchun. Her long black hair was tied up in a tassel bun, with two glazed hairpins inserted on both sides of her hair. She was wearing a light green pleated satin skirt with dark flowers and a few silver threads at the corners. She had a pink and white belt tied around her waist and a pair of beautiful shoes embroidered with lilies on her feet. She looked elegant and charming.
Tanchun also got off the carriage, wearing a light green shirt. Her eyes were like a pool of clear water, and when she looked around, she had an elegant and noble temperament.
At this moment, the Ningguo Mansion, hereditary third-rank noble general Jia Zhen and Jia Rong dressed as a groom came to greet them in a festive mood. They bowed and said, "We are honored that the prince and princess have come to congratulate our son."
Shui Rong's eyes fell on the polite Jia Zhen. His face was fair and his words and deeds were full of dignity. If one did not know his extravagant and lustful character, one would really be deceived by his appearance. No wonder Ke'er in the original novel
Bah, what's the point of Hu Qin, Ke'er is his.
Nodding slightly, Shui Rong said politely: "General Jia, you don't have to be polite. Speaking of closeness, I have to call you cousin."
As he spoke, Shui Rong's eyes fell on Jia Rong, who was acting like a groom. With some complicated feelings in his heart, he said, "Today is your wedding day. I wish you two a long and happy marriage and a son soon."
Shui Rong was still impressed by his sweet cousin Zhen Hua, but his cousin had lofty ambitions and was not on the same path as him. Now that she was married into the Ningguo Mansion, he could only wish her happiness.
As for the fact that Jia Zhen, an absolute pervert, would commit adultery just like in the original novel, unless Zhen Hua was willing to degenerate, that was her own choice and she cannot blame others.
However, although my cousin looks sweet on the outside, she is actually a proud person on the inside. Otherwise, she would not have been so determined to be the principal wife. Therefore, she absolutely cannot "climb the wall". Even if Jia Zhen is the heir to the title of Duke Ningguo, she should not underestimate the Zhen family.
Jia Rong heard this, with a smile on his face, and said respectfully, "Thank you, uncle."
Yuanchun, who was standing at the side, saw this and her eyes were filled with joy and her heart was filled with sweetness. She knew that the prince was being so polite to his relatives because of her.
Seeing Shui Rong's polite treatment, Jia Zhen felt proud in his heart, but he still said respectfully: "Your Highness, tea has been prepared in the inner room, and there is also a troupe specially hired from the Pear Garden. Please take a seat, Your Highness."
Shui Rong waved his hand and said warmly, "No need, I will go see the old lady first."
What tea, what opera troupe? He was not the kind of person who enjoyed drinking and listening to music. Shui Rong did not need to be too polite to the Ningguo Mansion. After all, his in-laws' family was only the Rongguo Mansion.
What's more, wherever Lady Jia is, her sisters will be there too.
Jia Zhen didn't take it too seriously after hearing this. After all, Prince Beijing and his family came in person to congratulate him, which was already giving them enough face.
"I was wondering why the magpies on the branches kept chirping. It turned out that the prince and the elder sister had arrived."
The voice came before the person arrived. Without much thought, the person was the coquettish and graceful young woman Feng Jieer.
I saw Feng Jieer wearing a golden eight-treasure bun on her head, a five-phoenix hairpin with pearls, a red gold coiled dragon necklace around her neck, a bean green official belt tied around the edge of her skirt, a double-balanced rose pendant, and a rose-purple Liuxian dress on her body. She had red lips and white teeth, and her eyes were shining. Her narrow and long phoenix eyes moved around, as if she had the intention to seduce someone.
"Sister Feng is here too."
Shui Rong took a look at Feng Jieer and then greeted her. It was true that wherever there was excitement, there would be Feng Jieer.
Sister Feng's face was full of spring, and her phoenix eyes looked at Yuanchun's gorgeous dress. She felt a little envious, but it was fleeting. Then she walked over with her waist twisted, holding up the embroidered handkerchief in her hand, and said with self-pity: "Alas, it's all because of Brother Zhen's catching me. I can't even handle the things I'm doing. I was born to be a hard worker."
Shui Rong sneered in his heart when he heard this. This Sister Feng always loves to take on responsibilities and show off her talents. She must be eager to join in the fun. Perhaps the Ningguo Mansion is busy with the wedding and lacks manpower, so Jia Zhen invited Sister Feng, the smart sister, from the Rongguo Mansion to help.
Now that they are running towards each other, why are they crying out for injustice? They are just trying to curry favor with Jia Zhen!
As expected, Jia Zhen bowed and said with a smile: "Anyway, I have asked my elder sister to work hard. I will pay my respects to you first. When the matter is finished, I will go to the mansion to thank you."
When Feng Jieer saw this, her face was filled with amorous feelings and she hurriedly returned the greeting.
After a bit of pretentiousness, Sister Feng'er's eyes flickered and she said with a smile, "Brother Zhen, please go and greet the guests first. I will take the prince and sister to see the ancestor."
Feng Jieer heard the previous words from afar, and it was a good opportunity for her to take over the task, get closer to the prince and the elder sister, and act like a good girl in front of Lady Jia.
Jia Zhen didn't care when he heard this. After all, the relationship between Prince Beijing's Mansion and Duke Rong's Mansion was closer, so he replied, "Then I'll trouble you, elder sister."
After saying hello, Jia Zhen led the groom Jia Rong away, while Sister Feng looked at Shui Rong and his party with a smile on her face and said enthusiastically, "The old lady is resting in the east courtyard. Your Majesty, elder sister, please follow me."
It was the Ningguo Mansion's wedding, and as the old lady of the Jia family, Jia's mother would naturally come to congratulate, and it was not surprising that she was at the Ningguo Mansion at this time.
Shui Rong nodded slightly when she heard this, and was about to go to the East Courtyard with Feng Jieer, but she saw Yuanchun paused, looked at Tanchun with her starry eyes, and said in a gentle voice: "Third girl, you and Huan Ge'er go to see Aunt Zhao together!"
Tanchun's eyes sparkled. She responded with "yes" and went to the West Mansion with Jia Huan. After all, Aunt Zhao was just an aunt, and it was not her turn to join in such an important event.
Shui Rong smiled knowingly upon seeing this, but didn't say anything. This daughter-in-law was really efficient in doing things.
The group walked in a mighty procession on the corridor of the Ningguo Mansion. Along the way, there were pavilions, terraces, rockery gardens, and side corridors. It was indeed a bustling home.
Sister Feng was eloquent, and she talked with Yuanchun, Tanchun and others along the way. There was a hint of flattery in her words, and her voice was like that of an oriole, which was not so offensive.
At this time, a group of people came towards them. When they saw Shui Rong and others, they immediately came forward with smiles on their faces.
When Sister Feng saw the person coming, she greeted him first, "Sister You, what are you doing?"
Shui Rong understood immediately after hearing this. This Sister-in-law You was Jia Zhen's wife You. He was the son-in-law of the Rongguo Mansion. He had naturally seen everyone in the Rongguo Mansion, but he was familiar with very few people in the Ningguo Mansion.
I saw Youshi wearing a red dress, and her youthful and beautiful face was charming and beautiful, like the peach blossoms in March, bright and attractive.
She is really a beautiful young woman. No wonder Jia Zhen married Youshi.
Yu Shi smiled sweetly and replied, "I was just about to go to the front yard to take a look."
As she spoke, Youshi stepped forward and bowed gracefully, saying, "Greetings, Prince and Princess."
Seeing Youshi's graceful manner, Shui Rong did not say anything. Although the original novel said that Youshi had no talent and was not eloquent, and was called a gourd with a sawed mouth, who could not manage the household, she was actually a smart and capable person. It was just that her family background was too low, and she had no authority in the prestigious Duke's Mansion. She did not get the respect she deserved, and her ability was in vain.
Marrying someone of a higher social status is not necessarily a good thing. There is certainly a reason for the so-called "equal status".
After the greeting, without further words, the group headed towards the East Courtyard.
After Shui Rong and others left, the girl in a lush green skirt beside Youshi lingered on Shui Rong's back with her beautiful eyes. The handsome face appeared in her mind, which showed nobility and elegance. His humble and polite words and deeds were light and elegant, like a banished immortal from the world, which made Qifang feel a little puzzled.
Men look at faces, and so do women.
The girl in the pink skirt on the other side saw this, her fox eyes narrowed slightly, with a smile on her lips, and she said jokingly: "The prince has left, and the second sister is still watching."
The girl's gentle face flushed slightly when she heard this. She lowered her head and said softly, "Third sister, what are you talking about? I'm here to see... Your Majesty."
Her thoughts were exposed, and the girl's shyness was revealed. She said one thing and meant another, but anyone with eyes could see that she was not confident enough.
You looked at the two girls beside her without saying much. These two were her sisters, You Erjie and You Sanjie. She took advantage of the big wedding day at the Ningguo Mansion to invite the two sisters into the mansion so that they could accompany her.
Third Sister You was a hot-tempered person, and she said without hesitation: "Who wouldn't like the prince's impressive demeanor? If Second Sister likes him, why shouldn't she admit it?"
Shui Rong is not only born good-looking, but also has power that few people can match. With the blessing of double BUFF, few young girls in love can resist him, not to mention You Erjie, even You Sanjie herself is somewhat tempted.
When You Erjie heard this, her cheeks flushed and she whispered, "I told you I like you."
As she spoke, You Erjie's confidence weakened. She lowered her eyes and whispered, "Besides, the prince is in a high position and has great power. I am of no rank, how can I be worthy of the prince?"
With the status of the You family, they could never marry into the royal palace. If it weren't for the help of the Ningguo Mansion today, they would not have the honor of seeing the prince's true face, let alone whether they were worthy of him or not.
Third Sister You didn't take it seriously, she smiled and said, "Second sister is outstanding in appearance, I don't believe that the prince can ignore it. If you are not confident, I will give up my body. We are sisters with the same heart, I don't believe that the prince can control himself."
Apart from anything else, the two sisters, or rather the three sisters, all had outstanding looks. Even though the prince was used to seeing beauties, they were still confident that even if one of them failed, they believed that the prince would not be tempted by the two sisters.
When Youshi heard this, her charming face became a little hot. Her third sister's words were really harsh. Even she couldn't stand it anymore and shouted, "Third sister, what kind of person is Hu Qin? How can she look like a girl?"
What do you mean by sisters of one mind? Is this something a proper girl should say?
When Third Sister You saw that Youshi's eyebrows were slightly raised, she knew that her eldest sister was angry. She stuck out her tongue, approached Youshi, took her arm, and said with a smile, "I just saw that Second Sister was being shy, so I tried to provoke her with words."
Upon hearing this, You Shi felt helpless. She glanced at You Erjie who lowered her eyebrows and eyes, sighed softly in her heart, and pulled You Sanjie along the corridor, saying, "Okay, let's go to the front yard first!"
Although she knew that Third Sister You was joking, as a prince, he had seen all kinds of situations. It was really a fantasy for him to think that he could capture someone with just a pair of lotus flowers.
Seeing this, You Erjie followed him, and involuntarily looked back at the corridor where the figure had long disappeared. She felt sad, thinking that she would probably not see him again in the future!
Chapter 235: Yuanyang: In a few years, the prince will no longer be interested in her
The main hall of the east courtyard.
Grandmother Jia sat on a soft couch, accompanied by Lady Wang, Lady Xing, and Li Wan. They all chatted with the old lady about interesting things, and she seemed quite at ease.
At this time, a voice came from outside: "Ancestor, the prince and eldest sister are here."
Upon hearing this, Jia Mu and the others hurriedly stood up to greet them. Li Wan's bright eyes looked outside the curtain, her slender brows revealing hope, and her heart was filled with anxiety.
The prince had promised her that he would bring Lang'er with him when he came to the Duke's Mansion, but she didn't know whether he brought him today. The prince was such a gentle young man, he would not coax a widow like her!
Soon, Sister Feng twisted her waist and led a group of people into the house. When Jia Mu and others saw them, they came forward and saluted, saying, "Greetings, Prince and Princess."
Although they are your elders, you still have to show proper respect.
Shui Rong nodded slightly, and after some polite conversation, everyone sat down. As soon as they sat down, Feng Jieer said, "Grandpa, the nobleman is here. I have something to do in the East Palace. I will go there first."
Hearing this, Jia's mother smiled and nodded, waving her hand and saying, "Go, go, do your work carefully, don't let others laugh at you."
Feng Jieer agreed with a smile, made some promises, and then left in a hurry, as if she really just wanted to lead the way for Shui Rong and others.
Soon Jia Lan came out to greet Jia Mu and others.
Grandmother Jia looked at Jia Lan in front of her and nodded, saying, "Brother Lan looks much stronger."
Hearing this, Jia Lan said with a serious face: "In reply to the old lady, my uncle said that teaching cannot be biased, and both civil and military skills must be combined. In addition to daily homework, we also need to learn riding and archery."
Grandmother Jia was very displeased with Jia Lan's seriousness, as he seemed like an outsider. Not only Grandmother Jia, but also Lady Wang, her grandmother, disliked him and was far less intimate with him than Baoyu.