Upon entering the Empress’ palace, Yang Chuxia noticed the Empress standing at the door with the palace maid Zhen’er. She was surprised in her heart, could it be that they were waiting for her? If so, it seed her stance was far too low.
"This subject’s wife pays respects to Her Majesty the Empress!"
"This subject’s wife pays respects to Her Majesty the Empress!"
"This humble official pays respects to Her Majesty the Empress!"
"..."
"You may all rise!" The Empress warmly approached, pulling Yang Chuxia with one hand and Dongyang with the other. "You’ve been away from the Capital City for a year, and Dongyang has stayed long on the manor as well. In these deep palace chambers, I have no one to talk to."
Yang Chuxia laughed, "Her Majesty flatters . Initially, I intended to return to the Capital early, but Yangyang, that naughty child, sneaked back to Liao City again. Thus, I had to chase him, hence the late return."
"I just saw Yangyang this morning, he’s growing better." Then she looked over at Lele and Chengcheng, "These two are growing well, too."
She instructed Zhen’er, "Go over to the Eldest Imperial Prince and Second Prince, see if there’s anything important, and if not, invite them to et Madam Ye and Madam Mu, ntion that Lord Prince An and the Heir of Duke Chang’an are also here."
"Yes, Your Majesty!"
Zhen’er went happily, as the Empress’s personal maid, naturally understanding her intent. The families of Marquis Changning and Marquis Chang’an were close confidants of the Emperor, and drawing near these families was beneficial for the Eldest Imperial Prince.
"Take a seat!" The Empress invited, "Tell , how are the customs and appearances of Liao City?"
Yang Chuxia was speechless, what was there to speak of in that land? Shouldn’t one be concerned about how perilous it is for the Emperor on the battlefield?
Seeing the Empress was quite unaware, she took the initiative to recount the thrilling victory of Baili Yan commanding troops and enveloping the Great Qi army. However, she avoided ntioning the later strategic downturns.
Upon hearing Yang Chuxia ntion Baili Yan personally commanding the war, the Empress ca back to her senses, promptly asking more about the Emperor’s matters. Yang Chuxia naturally recounted all that could be spoken of.
Soon, the Eldest Imperial Prince and the Second Prince arrived, with Yangyang trailing behind.
After exchanging pleasantries for a while, soone ca to announce the palace banquet was about to begin, and Yang Chuxia and Dongyang took their leave.
"Mother, Uncle gave sothing." His voice was so soft, even Dongyang did not hear him.
"We’ll discuss it at ho!"
"Alright, I understand."
The palace banquet that day was held at Huafeng Pavilion, and when Yang Chuxia and others arrived, almost everyone else had already gathered.
Upon looking at the seating arrangent, she realized today’s palace banquet was unlike usual. Instead of families sitting together at tables, n and won were seated separately.
Yang Chuxia and Dongyang’s places were naturally towards the front, aside from the royal Princess Consorts, they belonged to the Duchess rank.
Initially she hadn’t noticed, but as she sat down, she noticed that Luo Linfei, who had been causing a commotion about entering a monastery, was also present, sitting at the sa table as them.
Upon scrutinizing the na placards on the table, she realized both she and First Madam Luo were listed under the title of State Duke of Defense’s family mbers. Considering the Luo Family’s third branch hadn’t split yet, borrowing this prestige to attend was plausible.
Upon seeing Yang Chuxia, Luo Linfei lowered her head, no longer as arrogant as before, and even appeared a bit fearful of Yang Chuxia exposing her secrets.
Yang Chuxia naturally lacked the interest to deal with her issues, as so people wouldn’t be able to eat without causing trouble.
"Truly impolite, doesn’t even know to greet her aunt properly." First Madam Luo remarked while staring directly at Yang Chuxia.
"Politeness depends on the person; not everyone deserves courteous treatnt, don’t you agree, Dongyang?"
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