Rebirth of the High Gate Mistress

Chapter 458 Choosing a son-in-law

 In the main hall, Li Ling was sitting at the top, and three or five young officials were kneeling on both sides.

From time to time, Li Ling asked several young officials about the general situation of the world. Although these people were young, they were worthy of being the heroes that Li Ling valued. They all had clear minds and had real knowledge and insights on difficult issues.

Jing Shu was sitting at the back of the palace. She waved to her younger sister and whispered: "Your brother-in-law is interested in these young officials. Come and have a look. If you see any of them that you like, just tell the eldest sister." that is."

Shen Jingxuan waved her hands repeatedly, stubbornly refusing to step forward. Ziyun forcefully pulled her behind the screen, and then she quietly looked into the hall.

But she only glanced at it, then quickly retracted, and whispered in Jingshu's ear: "Sister, what are those people talking about? Why can't I understand a word?"

Jing Shu smiled and said: "They are talking freely about national affairs. It's okay. You just can't understand them. Just see which one of them catches your eye."

Shen Jingxuan's little face was as red as a ripe peach, and she hesitated: "How could I have such an idea? It's just up to the eldest sister to make the decision. As long as it's the person you and your brother-in-law like, you can't go wrong."

Among the young people Li Ling selected for Shen Jingxuan, Jingshu already had a clear understanding of their family background, character, talents, and abilities. She pulled her younger sister aside to the inner hall and said to her: "That Next to your brother-in-law, the young man sitting on the lower left is the only son of Mr. Li, the Minister of Household Affairs. He went to high school in Chunwei last year. He was able to write poems at the age of six and write at the age of eight. He has unparalleled talents and a good conduct. Steady, your brother-in-law took a fancy to his talent and character, and selected him as the number one scholar in the imperial examination, and he is now the Shaoqing of Dali Temple."

When Shen Jingxuan heard this, she immediately shook her head and said, "Sister, I can't afford this. You know I'm not proficient in writing. Being in the company of such a talented person makes me feel so stressed. I can't do it."

Jingshu said again: "The one sitting on the right side of your brother-in-law is the heir apparent of the Duke of Jin."

As soon as Jing Shu opened her mouth, Shen Jingxuan interrupted: "Is he the Duke of Jin who married the eldest princess of the previous dynasty?"

Jingshu nodded and said, "Yes, the mother of this prince is my mother-in-law's concubine, Princess Fule."

Shen Jingxuan waved her hands again and said: "Forget it, there is a princess as mother-in-law, how can a clumsy person like me serve her?"

Jing Shu smiled and said: "Not all princesses are as difficult to get along with as you think. When I was in the palace, my mother-in-law was a princess. She was very kind to others and very protective of me. "

Shen Jingxuan smiled at the eldest sister and said, "That's because eldest sister, you are outstanding in everything. How can I compare with you?"

This is not flattery. She, the eldest sister, is really strong in everything. The eldest sister has been a little fairy since she was a child, and she has become a big fairy when she grows up. The eldest sister is a woman in the clouds, and she is destined to match someone as outstanding as Li Ling. man. And she was just a yellow-haired girl. Shen Jingxuan felt depressed when she thought about those talented people and high-ranking disciples who had nobility in their bones.

With that said, Shen Jingxuan narrowed her eyes at her eldest sister and said with a naughty smile: "Eldest sister, don't blame me for not living up to expectations. These people are all too good and I really don't deserve them."

Although Shen Jingxuan is simple, she is transparent. She is well aware of her shortcomings. Now, although their Shen family is already a high-ranking family in Beijing, their father is the head of the country, and their eldest sister is the queen, but Shen Jingxuan Knowing that these are all thanks to the blessing of the emperor's brother-in-law, she is just an extremely ordinary girl.

In terms of appearance, she is far less beautiful than her eldest sister. Even Shen Jinglan is more beautiful than her. In terms of origin, her mother was just a maid, and she had done many wrong things. In terms of temperament and cultivation, she lost her mother when she was young, her father is old, and she has no one to discipline her. She cannot compare with those ladies who have been tempered since childhood.

The only thing that makes her better than others is that she has an eldest sister who is a queen and loves her very much. Jingshu loves her younger sister, and naturally thinks she is good at everything. She does not feel that her younger sister is any worse than those pretentious noble girls. On the contrary, her younger sister is innocent, kind, and cute, and is more attractive than those self-righteous little girls in Beijing. People like it.

Seeing the eldest sister's expression slightly angry, Shen Jingxuan said hesitantly: "How about the eldest sister chooses one among them for me? I don't have to have a high academic level, don't have to have such a prominent family background, and don't have to be that handsome. That’s it.”

Jingshu was so startled by her younger sister that she burst into laughter. She sighed slightly and said, "Forget it, since you don't like this, let's just think about it. Why force it?"

Hearing this, Shen Jingxuan felt like she was receiving an amnesty. She hurriedly helped her eldest sister up and said, "Let's leave quickly. This is where my brother-in-law discusses national affairs. I feel uncomfortable staying here."

Jingshu took her younger sister out of the Qinzheng Palace, and the female official who came to meet her reported back: "Your Majesty, the Crown Prince's wife and the eldest lady from Zhenguo Duke's Mansion have come into the palace."

Jingshu nodded and said, "Welcome them into Jiaofang Hall."

With that said, she led Shen Jingxuan straight towards Jiaofang Hall.

When Jingshu returned to the palace, Xu Wanning and Pingyang had just arrived. The sisters-in-law and the others sat down while chatting. Jingshu took her younger sister and introduced her, "This is my younger sister. Do you still remember my sister-in-law and Pingyang?"

Xu Wanning looked Shen Jingxuan up and down and said with a smile, "I remember she was called Xuan'er, right?"

Shen Jingxuan hurriedly greeted the two ladies: "Sister-in-law has good eyesight. I am Xuan'er. I often went to the palace to play when I was young. My sister-in-law even gave me gifts."

Xu Wanning saw that Shen Jingxuan was articulate and without the shyness of a little girl, and her attitude was sincere and polite, which made people feel close to her. She stood up and took Shen Jingxuan's hand, and looked her up and down again. Fan, praised: "This child has really grown into a big girl. Although she doesn't look particularly outstanding, she makes people like her just by looking at her."

Jing Shu knew that Xu Wanning had always been a fast-talking and straightforward person, so she just covered her mouth and snickered, but Pingyang on the side couldn't help teasing Xu Wanning: "Young lady is at the age where you love beauty, how can you be so complimentary. "

Xu Wanning was shocked to realize that she had made a mistake, and quickly added: "Oh! Look at my mouth. I am really so happy that I can't stop talking when I see this child. Xuan'er must not make fun of my sister-in-law."

Shen Jingxuan replied with a smile: "I am far less well-off than my eldest sister, and my eldest sister-in-law is telling the truth."

Xu Wanning said: "How many people are as beautiful as your eldest sister? Don't compare with her. You are already the best among girls."

Shen Jingxuan was amused by Xu Wanning's words and laughed sweetly, and said cheerfully: "Sister-in-law, please don't cover up for me. My appearance is barely average. Just tell the truth. When I was a child, I went to the palace to visit my eldest sister. My sister-in-law often gives me gifts, and I remember your kindness. Even if you tell the truth, I won't annoy you."

 (End of this chapter)