Chapter 163: Such a Big Thing, My Wei Family Must Also Get a Share of It!

If Concubine Rong greeted Rong Feiyan, it was out of sisterly affection.

So taking the initiative to help Zhang Guifen, who was bowing and saluting, was out of respect for the power of the Zhang family.

Maybe it’s not just the Zhang family.

Everyone said that Wei Yuan was lucky to marry Zhang Guifen.

But from Concubine Rong's point of view, isn't it Zhang Guifen's blessing?

It seems that the marriage between the Zhang and Wei families is a marriage, with the Wei family taking advantage, but in fact they are mutually supporting each other.

The descendants of the Zhang family are weak, and Wei Yuan can fill this vacancy, allowing the Zhang family to continue to prosper after Zhang Fu.

And Wei Yuan can also rely on Zhang Fu's power to continue climbing up without falling into the same fate as Wu Xianggong.

At this moment, Zhang Guifen responded with neither humility nor arrogance:

"I have been busy with my studies at home these days. If I have the chance, I will go to the palace to visit Concubine Rong."

Zhang Guifen smiled and said: "It's okay, don't be afraid."

Concubine Rong held Zhang Guifen's wrist and said with a smile:

"I'm a few years older than you. You can just call me sister. Calling me empress is a bit foreign."

At this time, the royal family will open the front hall.

Afterwards, Rong Feiyan stood behind Concubine Rong, and the others followed them.

Zhang Guifen did not forget Wei Yuan's instructions,

At this time, many people were discussing privately,

Just now she was standing together with Concubine Rong.

Minglan cupped her hands and said, "The daughter of the common people pays her respects to the imperial concubine."

"Otherwise, Miss Zhang wouldn't be standing behind Miss Rong."

In terms of temperament, she is not inferior to Rong Fei at all, or even worse.

Concubine Rong nodded, "Guifen is right, you have found a good husband."

Concubine Rong was stunned for a moment, then looked at Minglan who was standing behind Zhang Guifen, looked up and down, and said:

"Is this the niece of Uncle Zhongyong, Sheng Minglan?"

Many female relatives of famous families can stand on the Guanyuan Pavilion to see the new scholars and champions of the current dynasty.

It has almost become a tradition.

Zhang Guifen said: "This is Guifen's blessing."

Zhang Guifen didn't have to be like this. She was taking care of Minglan's emotions.

But besides that, Zhang Guifen also has a heroic temperament.

Because Concubine Rong possesses all the graceful beauty of a woman.

My daughter’s family is very thoughtful and pays special attention to these details.

"Yes, as soon as Concubine Rong appeared, Rong Feiyan outshone all the girls from the Zhang family."

The rest of the people, including Zhang Guifen, followed the sisters Rong Fei.

As for Uncle Fuchang and his son, they did not go to the backyard to have a meal. After all, they were all female dependents, so there was much inconvenience.

"Your uncle is worthy of the word loyalty and bravery."

"Miss Rong has a good sister."

Everyone bowed in unison, "No."

The latter whispered in her ear: "Auntie, this Concubine Rong's temperament is really noble. I feel a little nervous standing in front of her."

"The empress is the empress. Just now Uncle Fu Chang said that etiquette cannot be abolished. Guifen takes it seriously."

Concubine Rong said with a smile: "Quickly excuse me, I have already heard of your uncle's name."

Zhang Guifen's character has always been carefree, but she doesn't care much about this kind of thing.

According to the ranking of status, the first son-in-law is chosen. For example, first the queen mother is chosen for her daughter, then the noble concubine, then some nobles, etc.

Guanyuan Pavilion is on the right side of Zichen Hall.

"Your Majesty, your Majesty, speaks volumes. The words "loyalty and courage" were written by Your Majesty himself. In the final analysis, His Majesty just knows people and makes good use of them."

"Guifen, come next to me. I have a lot to say to you."

When the imperial examination scholars took part in the palace examination, it was always held in Zichen Hall.

Concubine Rong looked at everyone, "Don't stand here anymore, let's go and have a meal in the backyard."

Zhang Guifen was worried that Minglan would be a little nervous when she saw Concubine Rong, so she answered the question for Minglan.

"That day when your uncle won a great victory against two envoys in the palace, I and the empress were watching from the Guanyuan Pavilion."

At this moment, Concubine Rong suddenly stopped, making everyone stunned. Then they saw her turn around and slowly said:

The rankings were decided outside the palace.

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She is married to Wei Yuan, so it would not be presumptuous for her to answer questions about Wei Yuan.

"Minglan, come too. Your uncle and I are members of the Rong family. I also have a lot of things to ask you."

He calls himself "I" to Zhang Guifen, and "I" to Minglan.

Zhang Guifen and Minglan couldn't refuse, so they immediately came to Rong Feiyan's left and right sides.

But Concubine Rong took Zhang Guifen's hand and asked her to stand in a row with her.

When everyone saw this scene, their minds immediately became active.

"The Zhang family girl is actually walking side by side with Concubine Rong?"

"After all, she is a girl from the Zhang family. No matter where she goes, she is the center of attention."

"Yes, even Concubine Rong looks at her differently,"

"Although Miss Rong's sister is a noble concubine, her family is an Earl's Palace after all. Sister Guifen is the only daughter of the Duke's Palace."

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Although the voices of these discussions were faint, Rong Feiyan, who was at the forefront, could still hear a few things.

But because the Rong family's friendship with the Zhang family and the Wei family was related to the future of the Rong family, she had to recognize a fact.

Zhang Guifen is superior to herself regardless of status or anything else.

Today's Rong family banquet is a flowing banquet, and the chef from Fanlou is invited.

Concubine Rong pulled Zhang Guifen to sit on her right side, while Rong Feiyan sat on the left.

Minglan sat in the first seat on the lower side.

Minglan would never have dared to think about this kind of treatment in the past.

After all, this is the seat chosen by the noble concubine.

Now, she figured it out.

In the past, I was reluctant to argue about these things for fear of drawing attention to myself.

But now, when she is walking outside, she does not represent the Sheng family, but her uncle Wei Yuan.

If she continued to sit in an inconspicuous position as usual, then it would be her uncle's reputation that would be damaged.

Therefore, she sat in the first seat on this side with peace of mind.

She secretly thought that maybe she would have to get used to this in the future.

Compared to her, Ru Lan and Mo Lan were seated further back.

Even lined up behind Yu Yanran.

It's understandable after thinking about it. First, they came to enjoy the banquet and there was no invitation.

Second, their father Sheng Hong’s official rank is too low.

Yu Yanran's father could at least be in touch with national policies and discuss world affairs with a group of scholar-bureaucrats.

During the meal.

Zhang Guifen has always been taciturn.

The two sisters, Concubine Rong, were talking and laughing.

From time to time, someone would say something complimentary to Concubine Rong, which made Concubine Rong laugh.

Minglan kept her head down and ate wildly.

Zhang Guifen remained silent, waiting for the reason why the Rong family sang this drama.

She didn't believe it. The Rong family had gone through so much effort and even Concubine Rong came in person, but in the end she just wanted to have a simple meal with the big guys?

There was a pause.

Concubine Rong looked at Zhang Guifen beside her and asked with a smile:

"Sister Guifen, I heard that Mrs. Yongchangbo is holding a competition at the polo field in the afternoon, and many noble children will participate."

"I heard that sister Guifen always likes to play polo. I wonder if you will be free to accompany me to have a look later?"

As a dignified concubine, how could Zhang Guifen refuse if the words came to her?

"If your Majesty wants to go, Guifen will go with her."

Zhang Guifen responded.

Concubine Rong nodded and asked again:

"I heard that Mrs. Wu also invited Uncle Zhongyong before, but it was delayed due to the collaboration with the enemy case."

"I wonder if Uncle Zhongyong will go this time? I heard that Uncle Zhongyong is not taking a bath today."

With Concubine Rong's power, it was not difficult to know the Privy Council's personnel arrangements in advance.

Whether it was the Rong family banquet or Mrs. Wu's polo field competition, it was definitely not a coincidence that they were all scheduled for today.

Perhaps even Concubine Rong didn't realize that because of this small detail, she was already involved in politics.

Zhang Guifen shook her head and said, "I really don't know whether Brother Wei is going or not."

Concubine Rong smiled and said, "You have already gone, how can he not go?"

"In this case, I will send someone to Uncle Zhongyong's Mansion to inform you. I will treat you as my sister and look at your future husband. No one else can say anything."

Zhang Guifen laughed inwardly, it turned out that she was waiting for her here.

"Concubine Rong, you don't know. Every time my brother takes a break these days, he has to go to the New Army to supervise the training of soldiers. The New Army is closely related to national policy. I'm afraid it's hard to have free time."

Concubine Rong smiled and said: "It doesn't matter."

"Mommy, go to Uncle Zhongyong's house and ask in person, and tell him that both I and Guifen want to see him."

Hearing the sound, Zhang Guifen frowned.

That nanny was brought out from the palace by Concubine Rong.

Bit better than a eunuch.

Although there is no will, it is still the intention of the noble concubine.

If Wei Yuan doesn't come, he is determined to have a quarrel with the imperial concubine.

But if he comes, he may cause trouble.

——

Previously, Zhongyongbo Mansion.

Wei Yuan was anxiously waiting for the arrival of some people.

The time passed quickly, and it was noon in a blink of an eye.

Suddenly, a tall man with a beard in civilian clothes came to Wei Yuan's study without being informed.

"General Wei, the leader of our clan and the elders of the Wei clan in Hedong and the Wei clan in Liangzhe have arrived."

Hearing this, Wei Yuan looked excited, "Bring them to the main hall quickly, no!"

"Bring them to the study."

The man retreated after hearing this.

Wei Yuan felt that these alone were not enough.

He also asked the servants in the uncle's house not to approach the study, so he felt safer.

soon.

Two elders of the Wei family, Shi Jian, the leader of the Cao Gang, quickly came to the study in the backyard.

Wei Yuan looked at the three of them and laughed loudly:

"The two clan elders, Brother Shi, made it easy for me to wait!"

Shi Jian cupped his fists and said, "A few days ago, after receiving your letter, I rushed to the capital non-stop. Didn't I miss your important event?"

Wei Yuan smiled and said: "Brother Shi's coming here has already given Wei some face, so why bother talking about it?"

Elder Wei of Hedong stroked his long goatee and asked:

"My dear nephew, why did you come all the way here for us to come?"

Wei Yuan raised his hands to the two elders and said:

"Elder of the clan, without further ado, this junior will get straight to the point."

"According to reliable information, the officials want to lift the maritime ban and allow the people of Zhou Dynasty to freely carry out maritime trade."

"The Hai family, which has been wandering around the Huaihe River for many years, has already spotted this opportunity, and various forces in North Korea and China have also made plans to take action."

"For such a big thing, we should also get a share of the pie!"