kingnovel Chapter 239 Concubinage
Chapter 239 Concubinage
"They're a perfect match! Very good!"
Emperor Jingde looked at the women in the audience and nodded repeatedly.
Ever since he decided to send a spy to Pei Heng that day, Emperor Jingde began to select people.
After thinking about it, the most suitable candidate is right under my nose.
Lu Shiyuan had been with Emperor Jingde for many years and was deeply trusted by him, making her his confidant. When she reached the age to be released from the palace, he had originally planned to find a husband for her.
Entering the General's Mansion can not only help her solve the problem of survival in the second half of her life, but also allow her to continue to be used by him. It is really killing two birds with one stone!
There was a noise from the male guest's side, and Pei Heng had already strode over. He didn't even look at Lu Shiyuan on the ground, but clasped his fists and said to Emperor Jingde:
"Your Majesty, I have only loved my first wife, Su Li, in my entire life and have never considered taking a concubine. I do not accept Consort Lu's intentions. Please reconsider."
In the hall, the eldest princess curled her lips and sneered.
really!
Pei Heng had never been kind to anyone in his life. She and Pei Heng had grown up together, and when she had asked for a marriage in front of the emperor, he had coldly rejected her. Not to mention this unknown so-and-so!
However, she really envied Su Li.
At this moment, when Pei Heng expresses his love and determination in public, which woman would not be moved?
Unlike some idiots, who don’t even know to open their mouths and take a bite even when the meat is right in front of their mouths. They are simply stupid as idiots!
Thinking of this, the eldest princess looked towards the men's seats with resentment, and saw Shen Yanqing with a gloomy face, sitting in the corner drinking alone.
Su Li was naturally moved. She looked at Pei Heng and smiled slightly. The man she liked was naturally extraordinary.
The women in the hall also had different thoughts.
Listening to Pei Heng's words, everyone held their hands up and was intoxicated, as if they were the ones being confessed to. Their eyes were filled with tears of excitement and their hearts were beating fast.
Looking at Lu Shiyuan again, everyone showed contempt. These noble ladies from famous families could only secretly covet General Pei. Who did she think she was? How dare she ask for mercy from the emperor?
It's really overpowering!
shameless!
He deserved to be rejected on the spot by General Pei.
Emperor Jingde was slightly angry after hearing Pei Heng's words, but he still pretended to be moved and said:
"Pei Heng, you are a hero of Daqi. Back then, when Beimang invaded and the northern border was in danger, you turned the tide and drove the Beimang people back outside the border. But because of this, you were ambushed and bedridden for three years. It was truly not easy. You have made an indelible contribution to the peace and prosperity of Daqi."
"Now that the world is at peace, it's time for you to enjoy your life. Su is virtuous, capable, gentle and beautiful, but how can she serve you wholeheartedly now that she's pregnant? Shi Yuan has served me for many years with great care, and she's both talented and beautiful, making her a perfect match for you. What exactly are you dissatisfied with?"
Pei Heng knew that Emperor Jingde had begun to doubt him ever since the incident with Prince Jing. He returned the military power, stayed at home, and created the illusion that he was indifferent to worldly affairs. But now it seemed that Emperor Jingde still refused to believe him.
He thought of all kinds of possibilities, but he never thought that Emperor Jingde would put people in his harem. This was really despicable!
However, he will not allow himself to be bullied!
He only wants Ah Li in this life! Even if the king of heaven comes, he will not change his mind!
"emperor!"
He clasped his fists and was about to refuse sternly when he heard Su Li in front of him cough twice and stand up, holding the hands of Song Zhi and Song Tao.
Su Li finally understood today's situation.
She also understood the implicit meaning of Emperor Jingde's words.
This Miss Lu was Emperor Jingde's test for her and her husband! If they forcibly rejected this marriage today, I'm afraid the emperor and his subjects would be completely alienated. Even if Pei Heng acted low-key, he would still end up like the birds have flown away and the good bows are hidden.
Given Pei Heng's personality, I'm afraid this matter will become a mess.
She stood up and walked towards Pei Heng, signaling him with her eyes as she walked, telling him not to say anything more.
Su Li walked slowly to Lu Shiyuan's side.
"Lift your head and let me see."
"Ali?!"
Pei Heng on the side had a bad feeling and called her in a low voice. Su Li held her hand down and told him to calm down and not speak!
Lu Shiyuan was worthy of being someone who had seen big scenes. At this moment, he still raised his head calmly, his eyes bright and calm as he looked directly at Su Li.
She was wearing a cherry-red long dress embroidered with gold thread, with a tasseled gold hairpin and a jade hairpin of excellent quality in her hair. She had bright eyes, a long and slender neck, and a graceful figure. She was truly a rare beauty.
Su Li laughed and said:
"Ever since I became pregnant, I've been feeling exhausted and often feel overwhelmed serving the general. A few days ago, I was thinking of finding a beautiful woman for the general to share my burden. But no matter how hard I looked, I couldn't find anyone suitable."
As she spoke, she turned to Emperor Jingde and said:
"Your Majesty, what a coincidence that Concubine Lu has appeared. I am truly grateful to Your Majesty for hosting this Lantern Festival banquet, which has relieved my worries."
Pei Heng stood aside. Although he was extremely reluctant, he gradually changed his mind after listening to Su Li's words.
It is obvious that Lu Shiyuan is the spy placed by Emperor Jingde by his side. He has to take her today whether he wants it or not!
If he resists, who knows how this will end today!
Ah Li had obviously thought of this, and had spoken before him. He frowned and glanced at his wife, then saw determination on her smiling face. Slowly, he calmed down.
As long as the couple is united, it doesn't matter how many people Emperor Jingde puts in his harem!
When Emperor Jingde heard Su Li's words, he smiled happily:
"I've already told Concubine Jiang that you, Su Li, are a wonderful person. Hahahaha!"
Su Li also laughed.
"Your Majesty, please don't blame me. My husband has always been very strict with me. If I hadn't spoken to him about taking a concubine, how could he have dared to think about it? He was just afraid that I would make him kneel on the washboard when he got home, so he spoke rudely and without thinking. Your Majesty has watched him grow up, so you naturally know that he has a sincere heart and is loyal to you and the Great Qi. My husband, why don't you thank me quickly?"
As he said this, he pulled Pei Heng's sleeve and gave him a look that said, "Do you understand?"
Emperor Jingde's eyes had already been shooting towards him. Urged by Su Li, Pei Heng managed to squeeze out a smile that was uglier than crying.
"I thank the Emperor for your kindness."
"Really?" Su Li smiled and patted his arm. "Don't worry, I'm the one who gave you this concubine. You don't have to kneel on the washboard."
There was a burst of laughter in the hall.
Emperor Jingde was delighted to see that even a hero like Pei Heng had to bow before his imperial power. He was also very satisfied that this once unruly wolf cub finally had a rope to tie him up.
The Princess, Concubine Jiang and other people who were on good terms with Su Li were smiling on the surface, but they were secretly worried about her in their hearts. Emperor Jingde's move was to warn Pei Heng, and it seemed that the General's Mansion would not have an easy time in the future.
The other people in the hall had different thoughts.
Qin and Song Ci were naturally worried, but Xu Jing was happy in her heart.
Su Li, you have come to this day!
She was just waiting to see the show.
The other ladies were stunned and disappointed. If they had known it was so easy to get into the General's Mansion, they would have gone in!
They are all willing to be Pei Heng's concubines!
That’s Pei Heng!
The ladies were all busy teaching their restless daughters a lesson. They were all shrewd people, and they all understood the situation. So they restrained their foolish daughters, preventing them from making any rash moves.
Emperor Jingde achieved his goal and returned to the palace with Concubine Li.
The Lantern Festival banquet ended.
Su Li left with Lu Shiyuan without waiting for Pei Heng.
Prince Su, Su Zhe, Sun Zhonghuai, and Shen Yanqing walked up to Pei Heng one after another and observed three minutes of silence for him.