His expression changed so dramatically that Shang Ruyi couldn't even lie to herself that it was an illusion. As soon as Tusheer left the room, she immediately asked: "What's wrong?"

"..."

But Yu Wenye didn't say a word, didn't even look at her anymore, picked up the cup and drank it all in one gulp, then turned around and walked to the bed and lay down.

Shang Ruyi was a little confused again.

What's wrong with him? He was in a bad mood when he came back today, and he just got better. But when a cup of tea was brought to him, he didn't say a word. Why did he seem to have offended him again?

Shang Ruyi only felt that this man's temper was becoming more and more difficult to understand, but when he thought that he was about to go on an expedition, it was hard to argue with him.

He just sighed, drank tea by himself, and fell asleep.

On the second day, she woke up earlier than Yu Wenye, which saved her from the trouble of having to share the same bed and act in front of several maids. But for some reason, after a whole night, Yu Wenye's mood It still didn't get better. From washing to dressing, I didn't say a word to her.

Until they sent Yu Wenyuan to the gate.

Because during the last expedition to Liaodong, Yu Wenyuan only supervised the transportation of grain and grass in western Liaoning and did not bring many troops of his own. Therefore, when he returned to Taiyuan this time, he only traveled lightly with only a few carriages and a team of people to escort him. Of course, He also took away some of the servants at home, including Aunt Hui.

Yu Wenyuan stood at the gate, explained some things to Yu Wenye in detail, and then prepared to turn around and get on the carriage.

Before waiting for the carriage, he thought for a while, then turned back to Shang Ruyi and said: "Ruyi, you need to be careful in everything you do when you stay in Luoyang, especially -"

He said, glanced to the west, and then said: "Don't be careless."

The Yuwen family's house in Luoyang is located in the most prosperous and lively Dongshi City, and not far to the west is Ziwei Palace, which is the imperial palace built by Chu Yang in Dongdu City.

Shang Ruyi immediately understood and said softly: "Dad, please don't worry."

Yu Wenyuan said again: "You are still young. If you are undecided about a big matter, please consult with your elders."

"yes."

It seemed that he was the most worried and uneasy about this daughter-in-law. After the final explanation, he sighed softly, turned around and got into the carriage. Soon, a group of people left Yuwen Mansion and slowly disappeared into the morning light. .

As soon as Yu Wenyuan's men disappeared, Yu Wencheng, who had been standing aside in a dull mood, immediately jumped up: "Oh, dad is gone!"

Yu Wenye immediately frowned and looked back at him: "Dad is gone, but I'm still here. Don't think you can be lazy. Go back to have breakfast and go to school!"

"Second brother, dad finally left. Just let me play for a day."

"No, go quickly!"

Yu Wencheng probably also knew that he was selfless, so he could only mumble and was taken back by a few serving maids and servants. Yu Wenye kept watching his back disappear into the house, and then turned around.

As soon as I turned around, I met a pair of gentle and calm eyes next to me.

Shang Ruyi said: "Are you still going to do errands today?"

Yu Wenye said stiffly "Yeah".

At this time, Mu Xian and others had already brought the horse over. Yu Wenye walked down the steps, got on the horse, and left Yuwen Mansion with the others. Shang Ruyi stood at the door, watching his back disappear at the end of the long street. , when I turned back, I saw the empty entrance of the house in front of me and the quieter courtyard behind me, and I couldn't help but feel startled for a while.

In fact, Yu Wenyuan's departure did not have any impact on her life. Although Yu Wenyuan was the Duke of the country, the rules in the family were not big. Shang Ruyi married into the family and never had to worry about her morning and evening. She lived a happy life.

She is much freer than most wives in wealthy families, so now that Yu Wenyuan has left, she feels that she is too free and at a loss.

However, things must be reversed.

Just when she was staying at home with nothing to do, the concierge outside suddenly came to report that someone was coming from the palace!

When Shang Ruyi heard this, he was so frightened that he immediately started playing.

Tu Sheer, who was accompanying her, was also startled and stammered: "Miss, why is there someone in the palace again? Now that the Duke is not here and my uncle has also gone out, what should we do?"

Although it was a bit sudden, Shang Ruyi still calmed down and said hurriedly: "Go out first and talk to people later."

So, I immediately straightened my clothes and hurriedly walked to the hall.

As soon as he entered, he saw a tall, thin and younger chamberlain standing inside with his hands folded. Shang Ruyi walked over and said hurriedly: "Eunuch."

When the chamberlain saw Shang Ruyi, he came up to him with a smile on his face and said, "Madam, our family is polite."

Shang Ruyi was slightly startled, but then she remembered that Guan Yunmu had passed away, and to outsiders, she could already be called "Mrs. Yuwen".

She composed herself and hurriedly returned the favor, inviting him to sit down and drink tea, but the chamberlain refused and said with a smile: "We came with the Queen's message, so we won't delay. Madam, the Queen has been with Madam since Yanmen County.

I miss you very much, and I would like to invite you to the palace to have a chat with me. I wonder if you are willing to do so?"

Shang Ruyi took a deep breath.

Only then did she remember that Yu Wenyuan had mentioned a few days ago that the queen had sent someone to tell him when he was preparing to leave the palace after attending the morning court that she wanted him to enter the palace to talk to her. Unexpectedly, the decree would come out so quickly.

coming.

Moreover, who dares to say that he is unwilling to be summoned by the Queen?

Although Shang Ruyi felt a little weak in his heart, he immediately smiled and said: "It is my blessing to win the favor of the empress. But I haven't even had time to dress up yet——"

The waiter smiled and said: "Madam, she is graceful and luxurious, and her regular clothes are already very decent."

"..."

It seemed that she couldn't escape by hiding, and there was no time to prepare for her.

Shang Ruyi took a deep breath, then smiled and said: "Then, please ask your father-in-law to lead the way."

The chamberlain immediately raised his hand: "Madam, please."

So Shang Ruyi only took Tu She'er and walked out with the chamberlain, only to find that there was a gorgeously decorated carriage waiting outside. Looking at the shape, it was indeed a palace carriage, so he took Tu She'er with him.

After getting on the carriage, soon the chamberlain also got on the horse beside him and left Yuwen Mansion together with the carriage.

Going all the way west and walking through a few streets, the surroundings gradually became quieter and quieter.

Finally, the carriage stopped in front of a tall palace gate.

However, this is not the main entrance of Ziwei Palace, but the Xuanren Gate on the east side. The chamberlain said with a smile: "Madam, you can't take the car after entering the palace gate. Madam must be tired, and the people who are following you are also

I can only follow you so far.”

Shang Ruyi said hurriedly: "This is the rule."

After saying that, he turned around and told Tushe'er twice to stay here and wait, and then he continued walking in with the chamberlain.

After entering the palace gate, it seemed that they were surrounded by tall palace walls, and the view was not wide. However, the road under their feet was farther and longer than the avenue outside Fangshi. They walked all the way in and passed through a spacious square.

, and passed through another door.

In front of me, a huge palace appeared.

The palace is several feet high from the bottom. There are no side halls around it, but it is heavily guarded. There are almost three posts and one sentry every five steps. There are also countless little eunuchs running back and forth with their heads down, busy.

.

The chamberlain said: "This is Zuozang Palace."

Shang Ruyi nodded carefully and did not answer the question.

She had vaguely heard that Zuozang Palace was the treasury of the Daye Dynasty, so it was naturally much more important than other palaces. As for such a sensitive place, she didn't ask too many questions, or even took a second look. She just lowered her head and followed.

The chamberlain continued to walk forward.

After passing Zuozang Palace, the road ahead seems longer.

The chamberlain smiled and said: "Madam, please be patient. Let's go around to Anning Gate now. After passing Anning Gate, we will arrive at the East Palace."

Shang Ruyi smiled and said: "Yes."

This section of the road was longer than the previous one. The tall palace walls on both sides looked like two rows of tall and heroic guards. Their faces were expressionless and they only stared at them with cold eyes. The further Shang Ruyi walked, the lighter his steps became.

It couldn't hide the echo that the footsteps caused in the palace walls, which made people even more frightened.

Finally, a palace gate appeared in front of him, which was Anning Gate.

When the chamberlain was about to take her through the palace gate, Shang Ruyi suddenly raised his head and saw that there seemed to be a bigger and more majestic palace gate hundreds of steps ahead. He couldn't help but ask

: "Father-in-law, where is-"

The chamberlain also took a look and said with a smile, "That's the Xuanwu Gate."

"Xuanwu... gate?"

"yes,"

The chamberlain led her inside and said with a smile: "Madam, I don't know if you have been to Daxing City. This Ziwei Palace was built by Your Majesty based on the Daxing Palace in Daxing City, Xijing. All the palace gates and courtyards are similar to those in Xijing."

It’s the same as the imperial palace - it’s just that this Xuanwu Gate, the Xuanwu Gate of Daxing Palace is much larger and more powerful than this one. You will know when Madam has the opportunity to visit Xijing.”

Shang Ruyi's mind was a little turbulent. After a while, he responded in a low voice: "Yes."

The chamberlain looked at her with a somewhat absent-minded look. He was shocked when she entered the palace and saw these scenes, so he said no more and led her forward. After a while, they arrived outside the queen's palace.

This palace is very spacious. Although it is not majestic and tall, it exudes a peaceful atmosphere.

Several doors and windows were closed tightly. Only the middle door was slightly ajar, as if he had been waiting for her arrival. The chamberlain led Shang Ruyi over and reported inside. Immediately, two people came out.

A young and beautiful palace maid led Shang Ruyi in politely.

As soon as he entered the door, he was immediately hit by a warm fragrance, and the warm warmth made Shang Ruyi immediately feel relieved.

When I looked up, I saw that the palace in front of me was exquisite and spacious. A huge screen divided the palace into two rooms, the inside and the outside. The screen was made of solid wood, so we couldn't get a glimpse of what was going on inside. But generally speaking, the palace was for sleeping inside and outside, and for guests.

Naturally, one cannot enter the inner room at will; but outside the palace, there are several couches, as well as various incense burners, braziers, and exquisite lampstands, which are obviously given by the queen to her ministers.

And sitting directly above, dressed in rich clothes and with a dignified appearance, is Empress Jiang!
Chapter completed!