vrcanaries Chapter 523 Everyone Greets
Chapter 523 Everyone Greets
Princess Mingzhu's expression shifted slightly. "Seventh sister, the fragrance on your body is so delicate and fragrant. If there's any extra, could you give some to the eldest sister?"
The Seventh Princess smiled and said, "Great! I have plenty!"
The eldest princess looked at the innocent smile of the seventh princess and couldn't help but smile: "Thank you in advance, eldest princess. I'm here to pay my respects to my father, the emperor, and my mother, the empress. Seventh sister, please come with me!"
The Seventh Princess nodded and said, "I will lead the way for the eldest sister!"
Lan Qingwu was not in the main hall. Emperor Shenwu ordered people to build a swing in the small back garden. Lan Qingwu was feeling fresh. It was a rare opportunity for Lan Qingwu to relax in the hot spring imperial villa. Her black hair was loose, and she only used a simple and elegant phoenix hair crown to tie up her hair. She swung leisurely on the swing.
The winter sun shone on her moon-white brocade dress, reflecting colorful light.
Emperor Shenwu saw it from afar and quietly walked behind Lan Qingwu.
The sudden swing made Lan Qingwu turn his head slightly. Seeing Emperor Shenwu behind him, Lan Qingwu was not panicked and smiled sweetly at Emperor Shenwu.
At first, Emperor Shenwu only pushed gently, but Lan Qingwu gradually felt the pleasure. She smiled and said, "Your Majesty, higher!"
"Don't be afraid, weakling!"
The Shenwu Emperor pushed higher and higher. Lan Qingwu rarely indulged himself like this and felt like he was about to fly.
Before the eldest princess arrived, she heard a silver bell-like laughter and her steps slowed down.
The Seventh Princess smiled but quickened her pace.
"It's the Emperor and the Empress!"
As the group walked over, the eldest princess finally saw the beautiful figure swinging on the swing, and her wise and mighty father standing behind the swing!
There was a slight smile on the corner of Emperor Shenwu's lips, and the tenderness emanating from his handsome face was almost intoxicating.
The emperor did not think that there was anything wrong with what he was doing. When the swing swung back, the emperor and the empress looked at each other and smiled.
The Seventh Princess walked over quickly: "Father! Queen Mother!"
Emperor Shenwu stretched out his big palm, grabbed the rope, and the swing stopped immediately.
He extended his hand to help Lan Qingwu, and after Lan Qingwu stood firmly, Emperor Shenwu turned around and asked: "Why is Mingzhu here?"
Princess Mingzhu bowed prostrate, "I've been staying at the nearby Imperial Manor for a few days. Since it's so close to here, I thought I'd come and pay my respects to my father, the Emperor, and my mother, the Empress!"
Emperor Shenwu extended his hand to support him and said, "Since you are here, have lunch here at noon."
The group arrived at the main hall again.
Lan Qingwu went back to the house and changed into a palace dress. Ruping gently combed her long black hair behind her.
At this time, Ruhan walked in. "Master, it's going to be lively here. The eldest and second princes have arrived with their families and said they want to pay their respects. His Royal Highness the Crown Prince is here too, and..."
Ru Ping laughed and said, "What else? You're stumbling over your words, girl."
Ruhan's smile faded slightly. "Prince Ding and Prince Kang have also come to pay their respects to His Majesty!"
Lan Qingwu frowned slightly and asked, "Are they all coming to the nearby imperial farm to stay warm during the winter?"
Ru Ping said, "It seems so. Several villages nearby have hot springs. Many dignitaries would stay here for a few days to enjoy the snow, red plum blossoms, and hot springs."
The hot spring villas of the royal family members were also surrounded by this imperial villa. Knowing that the emperor and empress were here, they all came to pay their respects.
Lan Qingwu watched Ruping put the phoenix crown on him, a phoenix feather dangling gently on his forehead. "Then let the kitchen staff prepare a nourishing pot! In this winter, white snow, red plum blossoms, hot springs, and a hot pot are also a kind of enjoyment!"
Ru Han nodded and said, "Then I'll ask the kitchen to prepare the mutton pot, the pork rib pot, and the beef pot!"
Ruhan took a few palace servants with him and gave them instructions, and then went to prepare fruit wine, snacks, vegetables, etc.
Crown Prince Zheng, Prince Ding, Prince Kang, the eldest prince and the second prince paid a visit to Emperor Shenwu.
Emperor Shenwu was also somewhat surprised to see the Crown Prince: "My son has already sent the memorial to me, why are you coming here in person?"
The prince smiled and said, "Father, my brother and sister wrote to me saying they wanted to eat venison, so I thought I'd go hunt some this afternoon. Your Majesty, please wait for my catch at dinner time!"
Emperor Shenwu laughed meaningfully and said, "Alright, my son has worked hard these past few days. It won't be too late to return to the Imperial City in two days!"
The prince paused, thinking, "You're only letting me stay here for two days?" But he replied, "Yes, Father!"
In fact, the Crown Prince rushed over after learning about the eldest princess's itinerary. Although he knew that his father protected his mother very well, the Crown Prince was still worried. He sent a message to the eldest son-in-law, asking him to come as soon as possible to accompany the eldest princess.
Prince Ding quickly took over the conversation and said that he and the prince would go hunting in Qiling Mountain in the afternoon.
"Thinking back then, I followed His Majesty to pick up prey, and now I follow His Royal Highness the Crown Prince to pick up prey. Well, this is my good fortune!"
Emperor Shenwu said with a smile, "My Royal Brother, it's not easy for you to describe my poor riding and archery skills in such a refreshing and refined way!"
Prince Ding laughed and said, "Then he is definitely better than Second Brother!"
Prince Kang wanted to pick up the trash, but he didn't have the ability! Prince Kang looked up in confusion, not understanding why he was being talked about. "Hey! Third brother, you stepped on me in front of His Majesty!"
"Do you still need to step on it?"
The eldest prince and the second prince watched the imperial uncles bickering but smiled without saying anything.
Emperor Shenwu made the final decision: "You all go this afternoon. I'll have General Qian accompany you! Whoever hunts the most in this winter will be handsomely rewarded!"
Everyone bowed and accepted the order.
The eldest prince looked eager to try, while the second prince had a worried look on his face. Prince Kang was even more shocked and bewildered, but he didn't dare to speak again.
The Crown Princess followed the Crown Prince into this magnificent hot spring imperial estate for the first time. As soon as they entered, they felt warm all over.
The Wenquan Imperial Manor is located at the highest point on the mountain in the northern suburbs and covers the largest area. After entering, you will see carved beams and painted buildings, beautiful buildings, and a new scene every ten steps. It is planted with evergreen trees and flowers all year round. It is an imperial manor exclusively for emperors of all dynasties.
The Crown Princess was led by a palace maid into the main hall of the main building, where the First Prince's wife, the Second Prince's wife, Princess Ding, and Princess Kang were all there. The eldest princess arrived first and was chatting with a few people while drinking fragrant tea.
As soon as the Crown Princess arrived, she naturally became the center of attention. She also responded to her elders and peers one by one in a graceful and generous manner when Lan Qingwu did not show up.
When Emperor Shenwu and Lan Qingwu came out hand in hand, it was already lunchtime. Everyone bowed together, "Long live His Majesty! Long live the Empress!"
Emperor Shenwu and Lan Qingwu sat side by side on the upper seats. "Stand up!"
The lunch that day was very rich and fresh. These nobles cooked the hot food themselves, which gave them a strange sense of satisfaction.
Accompanied by fruit wine, barbecue and even cold drinks, everyone had a great time.