SFS Chapter 155 The Emperor's Gift
Chapter 155 The Emperor's Gift
The night was as dark as ink. Inside the inner room, the flickering candlelight illuminated Lu Yundi's slightly tired face.
She looked at the night pearl beside the bed, her heart still troubled by what would happen tomorrow.
At this time, the door was gently pushed open, and Yan Shuqin walked in quietly.
Yan Shuqin watched her mother tossing and turning, and she couldn't help but feel a little worried. She walked to the bedside, gently rubbed Lu Yundi's temples, and said softly: "Mother, why are you so worried? I believe you can handle tomorrow's matter."
Lu Yundi smiled slightly, and seeing her daughter's concerned eyes, a warm feeling welled up in her heart. She held Yan Shuqin's hand and sighed: "Qin'er, do you know? Tomorrow is an important day for our Zhongyong Marquis Mansion, which is related to the future of our Marquis Mansion."
Yan Shuqin frowned slightly and said softly: "Mother, don't worry, your daughter has grown up, I will help you deal with these things. You just need to rest assured and face everything with full energy tomorrow."
Lu Yundi looked at her daughter's determined eyes and couldn't help but feel deeply moved. She gently patted Yan Shuqin's hand and said, "Okay, mother believes in you. Then, let's talk about tomorrow's matter."
Yan Shuqin nodded and sat quietly beside the bed, waiting for her mother to speak.
Lu Yundi sighed softly and said, "Tomorrow, we will receive a very important guest. This guest is of noble status and has a significant influence on our Loyalty and Bravery Mansion. You must receive him with the most appropriate etiquette and let him feel the sincerity of our Loyalty and Bravery Mansion."
Yan Shuqin's eyes flashed with doubt. The guest her mother was talking about was very important, but she didn't know the identity of this guest. She asked carefully, "Mother, who is this guest? Why is he so important?"
Lu Yundi smiled slightly and said, "This guest is the current emperor's trusted minister, Eunuch Li. He came here to discuss an important matter. If we can get his support, then the position of the Loyal and Brave Marquis Mansion in the court will be more stable."
When Yan Shuqin heard this, a hint of surprise flashed in her eyes.
As the night deepened, the moonlight from outside poured into the room, illuminating the mother and daughter. Under the moonlight, they carefully prepared everything for tomorrow.
Yan Shuqin felt sorry for her mother's tired look. She held her mother's hand and said softly, "Mother, it's late now. You should rest. Leave tomorrow's affairs to your daughter."
Lu Yundi smiled and nodded, gently patted Yan Shuqin's hand, and said, "Okay, mother believes in you. Then, let's go to bed early tonight."
The mother and daughter smiled at each other, extinguished the candle, and lay quietly on the bed. The moonlight shone through the window lattice, shining on their faces, reflecting a peaceful and harmonious scene.
The next day, the Zhongyong Marquis's residence was decorated with lights and the atmosphere was lively. Yan Shuqin got up early and started to get busy. She personally checked every detail to ensure that everything was perfect.
The two of them had a simple breakfast and began to prepare to welcome Eunuch Li. The front door of the Loyal and Brave Marquis's mansion had already been neatly decorated, and servants were busy shuttling back and forth. Yan Shuqin, wearing an exquisite dress, stood quietly at the door, waiting for Eunuch Li to arrive.
Soon, a gorgeous carriage slowly drove over, and Yan Shuqin's eyes flashed with nervousness. She took a deep breath, straightened her clothes, and walked forward.
After Eunuch Li got off the car, Yan Shuqin's eyes flashed with admiration. He smiled and said, "Miss Yan, you are indeed famous and beautiful."
Yan Shuqin smiled slightly and said, "Eunuch Li, you are too kind. Please follow me. My mother has been waiting in the mansion for a long time."
Eunuch Li nodded and followed Yan Shuqin into the Loyal and Brave Marquis's Mansion. The mansion was decorated with lights and the atmosphere was warm. Eunuch Li couldn't help but sigh at the grandeur of the Loyal and Brave Marquis's Mansion.
Lu Yundi had been waiting there for a long time. She looked at Eunuch Li with admiration in her eyes, and she couldn't help but feel relieved.
Eunuch Li followed Yan Shuqin into the main hall of the Marquis of Loyalty and Bravery's Mansion, and the spacious and bright hall instantly came into view.
Lu Yundi stood in the center of the hall, wearing a gorgeous purple robe, with her hair full of sparkling jewels. Behind her stood several maids, all of whom looked very respectful.
Lu Yundi smiled slightly, glanced at Eunuch Li, then turned to Yan Shuqin and said gently: "Shuqin, you are finally back. This is..."
Yan Shuqin interrupted Lu Yundi before she finished speaking: "Mother, this is Eunuch Li from the palace. He came here to convey the emperor's will."
A flash of surprise flashed across Lu Yundi's eyes, but she quickly regained her composure. She bowed slightly and said to Eunuch Li, "Eunuch Li, thank you for coming here in person. It's really a great honor for our Loyal and Brave Marquis Mansion."
Eunuch Li hurriedly returned the greeting, his face full of smiles: "Madam, you are too kind. This is the emperor's order, and I am only following his orders."
At this time, the atmosphere in the Mansion of the Loyal and Brave Marquis became even more lively, and several servants of the Mansion of the Loyal and Brave Marquis were busy setting out refreshments.
Lu Yundi turned around and ordered the servant, "Quick, find a seat for Eunuch Li and serve tea."
After Eunuch Li sat down, Lu Yundi slowly spoke, his eyes swept over everyone in the Loyal and Brave Marquis's Mansion, and his voice was gentle: "Eunuch Li, what brings you here?"
Eunuch Li cleared his throat and said, "Madam, the emperor heard that the Marquis of Loyalty and Bravery's Mansion has had many happy events recently, so he specially sent me here to congratulate them. In addition, the emperor has a gift for the Marquis of Loyalty and Bravery's Mansion."
Lu Yundi smiled slightly, with a hint of pride in his eyes: "Eunuch Li, you are too kind. The Marquis of Loyalty and Bravery Mansion is just some family affairs. How dare I trouble the emperor to think about it. However, we must treat the gifts given by the emperor well."
Yan Shuqin interrupted at this time: "Mother, why don't we take a look at the emperor's gift first."
Lu Yundi nodded and said to Eunuch Li, "Then I'll trouble you, Eunuch."
Eunuch Li took out a roll of yellow silk from his bosom and handed it to Lu Yundi: "Madam, this is the emperor's handwriting, please take a look."
Lu Yundi took the yellow silk, unfolded it, and a look of surprise appeared on her face. She read softly: "'I grant the loyal and brave mansion a thousand taels of gold and a hundred pearls as a reward.' Oh, this is really a gift from the emperor!"
Upon hearing this, everyone in the Marquis of Loyalty and Bravery's Mansion showed joyful expressions. Some congratulated each other, while others expressed their gratitude for the emperor's favor.
Lu Yundi handed the yellow silk to Yan Shuqin, and then said to Eunuch Li: "Eunuch Li, you have worked hard, and our Zhongyong Marquis Mansion will certainly treat you well. Please have dinner at Zhongyong Marquis Mansion tonight and taste our Zhongyong Marquis Mansion's delicacies."
Eunuch Li stood up quickly, smiling, "Madam, your kindness is hard to refuse, so I would be disrespectful to refuse it."
After dinner, Eunuch Li and everyone else from the Marquis of Loyalty and Bravery mansion sat in the living room, chatting and laughing.
Lu Yundi is not only a respected lady at home, but also a capable woman outside.
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As the night deepened, Eunuch Li stood up to say goodbye. Lu Yundi personally saw him off, and only returned to the main hall after Eunuch Li's figure disappeared into the night.
Everyone in the Loyal and Brave Marquis's Mansion sat together in the hall. Lu Yundi looked at them, his heart filled with relief.