usatvline Chapter 142: Pheasants Can Never Become Phoenixes
Chapter 142: Pheasants Can Never Become Phoenixes
Mrs. Han was worried. If the Xiao family didn't come to pick up their daughter, wouldn't Yu'er be left alone at her parents' home?
This is not possible!
She pulled Han Zhiyu away, "Yu'er! I'll take you back to Xinwuhou Mansion and see what the Xiao family dares to say."
Han Zhiyu was very reluctant and hated Xiao Changchuan for being so cruel to her, but she also knew that she couldn't always live in her mother's house, as it would be gossiped by outsiders and would have a great impact on the Han family.
Even though she felt extremely unhappy, Madam Han still took her back to Xinwuhou Mansion.
Mr. and Mrs. Xiao Zhengde, and Xiao Changchuan were sitting in the lobby in the front yard, and none of them looked at the mother and daughter well.
Not to mention serving them tea, he didn't even let them sit down or say a word of courtesy. He just waited for them to speak first.
Madam Han stood there with an unnatural look on her face, "My Lord, Han Chengan was indeed wrong this time, but he has been taught a lesson by his father and will never do it again! But it was also wrong for Xiao Changchuan to hit Yu'er..."
Xiao Zhengde got angry when he heard this. "Why is it wrong? My son was almost beaten to death by Han Chengan! He is still lying in bed. Chuan'er called Han Zhiyu to ask about the situation. Seeing her arrogant attitude, Chuan'er couldn't stand it anymore and slapped her. Do you think it's wrong? Is it because your Han family is precious and can't be beaten?"
Madam Han's face froze, but for the sake of her daughter, she still patiently said: "The Han family apologizes to the Marquis' Mansion for this matter, and please forgive me, Master Marquis and Madam! As for Yu'er, I have also taught her well these past few days.
I came here today because I hope that the couple can live a good life. It is common for young couples to quarrel, but life must go on. "
"Hmph!" Xiao Zhengde snorted coldly and said nothing more.
The Lan family sat there without saying anything. They knew that although their Xiao family had suffered a loss, since Mrs. Han had come to apologize, they could not keep harping on the issue and make things too awkward with the Han family. After all, Xiao Changchuan was still working under Minister Han.
Seeing that the Xiao family members did not say anything, Madam Han knew that the matter was over. She secretly winked at Han Zhiyu and prepared to leave, "Then I will not disturb the Marquis anymore! Goodbye!"
The mother-in-law was leaving, but Xiao Changchuan, as her son-in-law, did not stand up to see her off. So Mrs. Han left the mansion on her own. Although she was annoyed with the attitude of the people in the mansion, she finally managed to keep Han Zhiyu, the hot potato!
Xiao Zhengde and Lan also left afterwards. When they saw Han Zhiyu, they thought of their youngest son who was still lying in bed.
In the end, only Xiao Changchuan and Han Zhiyu were left in the hall.
Han Zhiyu glanced at him and said, "Brother Chuan..."
"Han Zhiyu, I know you are self-righteous and look down on my Xiao family, and I am just your second choice.
You think you are destined to be a phoenix, and you feel wronged for marrying into the Marquis's Mansion, and you feel that my Xiao family owes you something. But a pheasant can only be a pheasant forever, and can never become a phoenix.
Prince Rui fell from power, shattering your dream of becoming a princess and even a queen, so you had no choice but to marry me, the backup man.
Han Zhiyu, I don't want to say anything more about the past. If you still want to live a good life, put away your restless heart and let your brother behave himself. Otherwise, I don't know what you will do! " Xiao Changchuan said and left.
When he hit the nail on the head, Han Zhiyu's face turned pale and tears of grievance flowed out.
This time when she came back, she really wanted to have a good talk with Xiao Changchuan, and they could live a good life together in the future.
But she still thought things were too naive. Xiao Changchuan already hated her so much that he didn't want to talk to her at all. Seeing his cold expression, her heart sank to the bottom. Was he going to ignore her for the rest of her life?
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This day is the emperor's birthday.
The emperor might have gone crazy because of poverty. This time he allowed officials above the fifth rank to enter the palace for the banquet, hoping to make a fortune on his birthday.
For officials of the fourth and fifth ranks, this was a rare opportunity to show up in front of the emperor. Everyone was thinking hard about what birthday gift to give so that the emperor would remember them and have a chance of promotion.
When Xiao Shuyue heard that Chu Wenzhao was going to attend a banquet in the palace, and that Chu Feiyan would also go, she thought about going to the palace with them, "Brother Wenzhao, can I go to the palace with you guys to have some fun?"
"Yue'er, don't mess around!" Xiao Changqi hurriedly stopped her.
Their identities were impostored. Chu Feiyan had told them to keep a low profile. The palace was heavily guarded and all the officials were gathered there, so it was better for them to avoid going there.
Although their nominal father was far away at the Pingling border, it would be bad if he was discovered by some official.
Xiao Shuyue's face suddenly fell, "I know, brother."
Chu Wenzhao felt sorry for her pitiful expression, and after thinking for a while, he said, "Sister Shuyue, you can go if you want, but you can only go with me as a guard. I'm sorry for that."
"Okay, okay. Thank you, Brother Zhaoer." Xiao Shuyue immediately smiled.
"You little girl." Xiao Changqi was helpless with his sister and told her, "Once you enter the palace, you must listen to the princess and don't get into trouble."
"I understand, brother." Xiao Shuyue secretly stuck out her tongue.
"Then let's go! Let's go to the princess's mansion first, then you can change your clothes." Chu Wenzhao nodded to Xiao Changqi, and took Xiao Shuyue and Xie Xing out.
They arrived at the princess's mansion and saw that Chu Feiyan and Gong Beixuan had already prepared gifts and were waiting for them to enter the palace together.
Seeing that his brother had brought Xiao Shuyue with him, he was a little surprised, "Does Shuyue want to go to the palace with us?"
Xiao Shuyue felt embarrassed, "Your Highness, can I go with you?"
"Don't call me princess anymore, just call me sister from now on!" Chu Feiyan smiled.
"Yes, Princess Sister." Xiao Shuyue immediately called out sweetly.
"Well, you must follow Xia An closely after you enter the palace, and nothing will happen." Chu Feiyan nodded and called Xia An over, "Lend Shu Yue your guards' clothes."
"Yes, Princess." Xia An pulled Xiao Shuyue over and took her to change clothes, "Let's go!"
Half an hour later, they entered the palace.
In order to avoid any unexpected incidents, they always arrived at the banquet on time.
It happened to be the gift-giving session, and the whole hall was very lively.
"Princess Min'an is here! The Imperial Master is here! The Prince of Weiguo is here!"
The sound reached the hall and everyone immediately quieted down, looking towards the entrance.
The three of them walked in side by side, each holding gifts ready to present to the emperor.
Everyone's eyes fell on Gong Beixuan again.
The Imperial Master, who is only in his early twenties, is already amazing, and coupled with his peerless beauty, one can never get enough of looking at him.
"Your Majesty, I wish you a happy birthday and great fortune. May our Longyuan Kingdom be forever strong and may you live forever!" Gong Beixuan spoke first to congratulate.
Chu Feiyan continued, "I respectfully wish Your Majesty a long and blessed life, and may you live forever, just like the sun and the moon shining forever in all directions, and may your blessings spread across the world!"
"Your Majesty, I would like to congratulate you on your birthday. May you live forever and protect the peace of the Longyuan country forever!" said Chu Wenzhao.
Gong Beixuan presented a painting of cranes and peaches that he had drawn to celebrate the birthday.
Chu Feiyan presented a two-foot-tall jade Buddha statue, which she had had carved a long time ago. It was made of the finest mutton-fat jade and was priceless.
Chu Wenzhao presented a jade vase with a floral and longevity pattern, which was also very expensive.
There is no way. The emperor always complains about being poor and he likes his ministers to give him valuable things. They don’t lack these things anyway.
Sure enough, when the emperor heard the gifts they brought, his face immediately lit up with smiles.
A painting by Gong Beixuan is priceless and is more valuable than any gift from anyone.
"You are so thoughtful. Please take a seat."
"Thank you, Your Majesty!"
After the three of them presented their gifts, they still sat in the same seats as they had at the last palace banquet.
The tribute session was still going on, with words flattering the emperor. Chu Feiyan only felt that his ears were noisy, and he had no interest in listening to it, so he took a small bunch of grapes and started eating.
Long Shijun and his princess Xia Lingxue were sitting next to Chu Wenzhao. When they saw them coming, they quickly greeted them.
"Wen Zhao, you are late again!"
"I'm sorry!" Chu Wenzhao smiled at him apologetically.
Chu Feiyan always felt that someone was watching her. When she looked up, she met Gu Pin's vicious gaze.
Seeing that she was also looking at her, Concubine Gu quickly looked away and picked up some food for her son Long Shifeng who was standing next to her with chopsticks.