After killing four concubines, the queen was sentenced to death and reborn

Although the summer atmosphere was strong in the Lu Mansion, it seemed to be gently shrouded by an invisible haze. Lu Xuan and Madam Lu stood side by side in the study, holding the gold-stamped invitation in their hands. They had complicated expressions and could not hide their worries between their brows.

Madam Lu frowned slightly, opened her red lips, and spoke with a hint of uneasiness in her voice: "Master, the Empress Dowager is going to hold a flower-viewing banquet. It was rumored early in the morning that it was to select a candidate for the Queen for Your Majesty..." Having said this, she paused slightly, as if she was reluctant to express that ominous premonition aloud.

Lu Xuan turned around, his eyes gentle and firm. He gently held Madam Lu's hand and said in a deep voice, "Madam, don't worry. Yuan'er and Zhao Ling's marriage has already been decided. Even if the Queen Mother really wants to do this, she must consider the gossips of the world."

As they were talking, the butler came in, "Master, Madam, I have heard about it." He bowed and continued, "In addition to the eldest daughter of our family who received the invitation, the eldest daughter of the Yongyi Marquis's family, the second daughter of the Rong'an Earl's family, and three other girls who have been engaged have all received invitations to attend the banquet in the palace."

Hearing this, Lu Xuan and Madam Lu looked at each other, with a hint of relief flashing in their eyes. Lu Xuan waved his sleeves lightly, signaling the housekeeper to leave. After the door closed again, he spoke: "It seems that the Queen Mother may have other intentions, and may not be targeting Yuan'er. Madam, you can relax."

Madam Lu nodded gently, but the worry in her eyes had not completely disappeared. She stroked her chest and continued, "My husband, that being said, the wedding date cannot be delayed any longer. It must be set early. Otherwise, I'm afraid that the longer the night, the more dreams there are. What if..."

Hearing this, Lu Xuan agreed in his heart. He gently patted the back of Madam Lu's hand and said in a deep voice, "Madam, what you said makes sense. Don't worry. I will give Brother Cui a letter of divorce and ask him to return to the capital as soon as possible to discuss the marriage."

Half a year ago, Yingzhou was hit by a heavy snowfall, and many victims died. Cui Cheng was ordered to go there to provide disaster relief and was responsible for handling local government affairs. Counting the days, it was time for him to be transferred back.

……

On the day of the flower viewing banquet, Cui Zhaoling personally came to the Lu residence to pick up Lu Lingyuan. The two of them entered the palace together. Before entering the palace, Mrs. Lu repeatedly warned her: "In the palace, you must be extremely careful. There must be someone with you. Don't stay alone."

"Also, don't trust what people in the palace say!" Mrs. Lu's eyes were full of worry.

Lu Lingyuan held her mother's hand and smiled to comfort her: "Mother, I know everything and have taken note of it. Don't worry."

"Don't worry, ma'am. Zhaoling will definitely take good care of Miss Lu." Cui Zhaoling said in a gentle voice.

Madam Lu's face was very heavy, but she could only nod helplessly, "Go! Don't miss the time to enter the palace!"

"Yes, my daughter is resigning!"

"Zhao Ling, take your leave!"

Cui Zhaoling helped Lu Lingyuan get on the carriage, and he climbed on the horse, and the group headed towards the direction of the palace.

There were already many carriages parked at the palace gate, all of which were entering the palace to attend the flower-viewing banquet.

Lu Lingyuan had been away from the capital for eight years, and most people didn't know her, but when they saw the sign of Fanyang Lu hanging on the carriage, they guessed her identity.

As soon as Lu Lingyuan and Cui Zhaoling appeared, everyone stopped to look. The two of them stood together, a handsome man and a beautiful woman. The eldest daughter of the Fanyang Lu family and the next head of the Qinghe Cui family were about to get married, which was enough to attract the attention of everyone in the capital.

Lu Lingyuan and Cui Zhaoling followed the eunuch who led the way to the Imperial Garden. Men and women sat at separate tables. After finding their respective seats, they waited patiently.

During the dinner, many people came forward to talk to Lu Lingyuan, and she responded to them one by one. Her behavior showed the demeanor of a noble person, which made many men sitting opposite her show admiration and praise.

"Brother Cui is so lucky to marry the eldest daughter of Fanyang Lu. We are so envious of you!" A man chuckled and joked.

"Then don't you see what kind of status Brother Cui has? Only a gentleman like Brother Cui, who comes from a prominent family and is upright and self-respecting, can be a match for the eldest daughter of the Fan Yang family!" another man flattered.

"Thank you both for your praise. I don't deserve it!" Cui Zhaoling stood up and bowed.

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Shoukang Palace

Zheng Xiyan was wearing a gorgeous bright yellow palace dress. She looked majestic and dignified in the mirror, with a hint of sharpness between her eyebrows.

"Your Majesty, it's almost time. His Majesty has already left the Purple Palace." Biluo walked forward and bowed.

"Well, let's go!" Zheng Xiyan whispered.

"Yes."

In the imperial garden, Xiao Chengji had already arrived. After sitting down, his eyes lightly swept across the seats for the women. His face was calm and composed, without any change.

"I heard that my mother is here and is hosting a banquet for you all, so I came to join in the fun. You don't have to be restrained!" Xiao Chengji said in a deep voice.

"Yes." Everyone saluted.

At this time, Zheng Xiyan walked in with a brisk pace and said with a smile: "Your Majesty is right. Summer is in full bloom. I like the flowers in the imperial garden very much. I think it would be boring to appreciate the flowers alone, so I invite you to accompany me!"