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

At this time, Princess Changle and Pei Yanzhi were already sitting in a pavilion not far away.

Pei Yanzhi was the successful candidate in this imperial examination. He came from the declining Hedong Pei family. In the previous dynasty, the Hedong Pei family was a big family and produced many prime ministers and celebrities.

But at this time, it has gradually declined.

But the reputation and prestige accumulated by his ancestors are still there. Pei Yanzhi is a man of dignified appearance and gentle attitude. Everyone who interacts with him praises him.

When Pei Yanzhi learned that the palace intended for him to marry Princess Changle, he took it very seriously.

Princess Changle is the eldest daughter of the late emperor. Although her mother was despised by the late emperor, she is still a princess of the royal family. Compared with her, he is as humble as dust. It is his fortune and the fortune of the Hedong Pei family to be able to cling to the princess!

Moreover, this dynasty is different from the previous one. There are not too many restrictions on the prince consort. He can also participate in state affairs and marry a princess, which will be beneficial to his career.

Moreover, Princess Changle is a rare beauty with a beautiful face.

Not only did I win the beauty, but I also had a bright future. I achieved two goals at one stroke. I am so lucky.

Pei Yanzhi was very humble in front of Princess Changle. The two of them chatted back and forth. Princess Changle was observing him the whole time. She had just met the third place winner, Yang Yanqing.

Yang Yanqing's father was a famous local squire, and his family background was better than Pei Yanzhi's. However, this man was quite arrogant, and accidentally offended Princess Changle with his words. Princess Changle made a prompt decision and eliminated this man directly.

Another person who had previously taken the initiative to confess that he already had someone he liked also withdrew from the list of candidates for the prince consort.

Now that Pei Yan is the only one left, Princess Changle remembers clearly what the nanny told her, that she should choose someone who is devoted to her and whose heart and eyes are filled with her.

But she didn't know how to be sure that he was sincere to her.

"Princess!" Pei Yanzhi slowly stood up, bowed respectfully, and said sincerely: "I would like to marry you, and I hope you can give me this opportunity."

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On the other side, Princess Qingping is also looking for a "target".

The men present today are all well-known figures in the capital. She has limited opportunities and must seize this opportunity to secure a good marriage for herself.

But after looking around, Princess Qingping didn't like any of them, simply because her requirements were too high. Either she thought they were not handsome enough, or she felt their family backgrounds were not worthy of them.

Princess Yong'an was worried about her sister, but she also knew that she could not persuade her. She could only look at her and pray that nothing would happen to her!

Lu Lingyuan and Xiao Chengji sat there, whispering to each other from time to time. To outsiders, the emperor and empress seemed extremely affectionate, making others envious.

Princess Lingyang sat down below, relatively calm, as she had made all preparations early in the morning.

Whether she is the queen or the concubine, His Majesty cannot be just her, and it is impossible for him to only guard her as a woman.

When she enters the palace in the future, His Majesty will favor her sooner or later, and she only needs to give birth to the prince with peace of mind.

She will definitely give birth to the most outstanding prince for His Majesty. What she wants all the time is that position, no matter who sits on it.

Someone like Princess Lingyang is actually the most suitable person to stay in the palace, and is more suitable to be the queen than Lu Lingyuan.

Unfortunately, Xiao Chengji has developed feelings for Lu Lingyuan and is now not interested in other women. Otherwise, he would definitely be attracted to Lingyang County Lady.

During the banquet, Lu Lingyuan saw that Princess Changle had not returned yet, so she turned slightly and whispered to Yun'er, "Go and see who Princess Changle is with?"

"Yes." Yun'er bowed and went down quickly.

After a while, Yun'er came back and bowed, then said slowly: "Your Majesty, Queen, Princess Changle is talking with Master Pei in the pavilion. From what I see, Princess Changle seems to have chosen Master Pei." Yun'er said in a low voice.

Lu Lingyuan raised the corners of her mouth, smiled and turned her head, whispering: "Your Majesty, in fact, I also think that Mr. Pei is the most suitable for Sister Changle. Mr. Pei's ancestors were prominent, although they are now in decline, but I think that Mr. Pei has an extraordinary demeanor, handsome looks, and talent. The two are very well matched. What do you think, Your Majesty?"

Yun'er, who was standing by, frowned and winked at her own girl frantically, but unfortunately Lu Lingyuan didn't notice.

As early as when Lu Lingyuan praised Pei Yanzhi, Xiao Chengji's face changed. His expression seemed nonchalant, but his eyes gradually darkened with a bit of anger.

Xiao Chengji did not respond, but just slowly turned the wine glass in his hand. Even though Lu Lingyuan was not paying attention to him, she could tell that he was angry.

The smile on Lu Lingyuan's face froze for a moment, her brain working rapidly, recalling what she had just said.

At this time, Cui Zhaoling walked forward from not far away, and the two of them looked at him unconsciously.

The expression on Lu Lingyuan's face was very calm, while Xiao Chengji turned his head and stared at her with a gloomy look.

Cui Zhaoling stepped forward and bowed, then sat calmly at the table, occasionally talking to those on his left and right. From beginning to end, his every move was very decent.

This was even more true for Lu Lingyuan. She had never had any romantic feelings for Cui Zhaoling. They had only met a few times and nothing happened. She had never cared about him.

However, Xiao Chengji was sulking and drank several glasses of wine in a row. Rong An, who was standing beside him, looked nervous and worried. He kept looking at the Queen Mother, hoping that the Queen Mother could persuade him. If he continued drinking like this, he would definitely get drunk.

But Lu Lingyuan didn't want to care about him. He was moody all day long. She was really fed up with him and kept guessing about him. So she decided not to serve him today.

The two of them were in a stalemate and didn't say anything. This was really torture for the palace servants around them, especially Rong An, who didn't even dare to breathe.

Princess Qingping was sitting in the ladies' seat. The moment Cui Zhaoling came in, she was deeply attracted to him.

His eyebrows are like distant mountains, his eyes are like bright stars, his body is like a green pine, he has an innate nobility and deterrence, and he is also so handsome, with cold white skin, regular features, slender and sharp eyebrows, a high nose bridge, and light lips.

Princess Qingping was stunned, staring at him without blinking. This man walked directly into her heart, and she decided that she would not marry anyone else in this life.

Cui Zhaoling noticed that someone was looking at him. He raised his eyes slightly and saw that someone opposite him was staring at him. He did not know Princess Qingping. He attended palace banquets less frequently and did not know many of the women in the palace.

Cui Zhaoling just nodded politely and continued talking to the person next to him.

Princess Qingping kept her eyes on Cui Zhaoling until the end of the banquet. This hour of the banquet was the happiest moment for her in the past sixteen years.

After the banquet, Princess Qingping immediately sent someone to ask who he was.

After learning of his identity, Princess Qingping was a little worried. She was not sure if she was worthy of him.

The next head of the Qinghe Cui family, she was a princess born out of wedlock and without any support from her maternal family...

But even so, Princess Qingping would never give up, "I am a princess. No matter how noble he is, I am still a princess and a king!" Princess Qingping said firmly.

After the palace banquet, Princess Changle followed to the Weiyang Palace. Xiao Chengji, feeling angry and with a stern face, followed Lu Lingyuan back.

Princess Changle was a little scared when she saw Xiao Chengji here, and she didn't dare to speak.

Although they are brother and sister, they have only seen each other from a distance a few times at banquets during festivals and holidays, so they are not really close.

Especially now, Xiao Chengji's face was very dark, which made Princess Changle even more frightened.

Lu Lingyuan smiled gently and said softly, "I just heard from the palace servants that you had a very pleasant conversation with Mr. Pei. Did Sister Changle choose him?"

Princess Changle lowered her head, and when she heard this, a blush immediately appeared on her face. She lowered her head even lower, too shy to speak, so she could only nod her head as an admission.

Lu Lingyuan's mouth corners slightly raised, she was really happy for her, and said with relief: "Mr. Pei is a handsome man, a rare gentleman, you two are a perfect match!"

"Does the Empress really think so?" Princess Changle raised her eyes slightly and asked uncertainly.

"Of course, His Majesty and I already know your feelings, and we won't let you wait for long." Lu Lingyuan turned her head to look at Xiao Chengji, and noticed that his face was still very bad. She frowned slightly, but soon recovered and said to Princess Changle in a gentle voice: "Don't worry, sister!"

Princess Changle was delighted, and she quickly stood up and knelt on the ground to salute, saying gratefully: "I would like to thank my brother and sister-in-law for your help. Thank you, sister-in-law!"

Lu Lingyuan stood up and walked forward, slowly helping her up, and said in a gentle voice: "What are you doing? We are all family, why are you being so polite?"

"Your Majesty has always hoped that your sisters can find good men. Although Your Majesty does not say it, he is concerned about your sisters just like your mother." After saying that, Lu Lingyuan glanced at Xiao Chengji deliberately. The look in her eyes was very meaningful!

Xiao Chengji frowned deeply, but he didn't want to slap himself in the face at this time, so he agreed: "Yes! Changle, you are my sister. Your father is gone. As your eldest brother, I will naturally take good care of you and choose a good husband for you, so that you can live a rich and prosperous life for the rest of your life!"

Although these were just polite words, they did make people feel more at ease.

Princess Changle was moved, tears glistened in her eyes, and she said with a choked voice, "Thank you, brother, thank you, sister-in-law!"

After Princess Changle left, Xiao Chengji pulled Lu Lingyuan into his arms, pinched her chin, and said in a restrained voice: "Mr. Pei, you are extraordinary and handsome? I didn't expect that the Queen is so concerned about another man?" Xiao Chengji increased the strength in his hands because he was too angry.

Lu Lingyuan immediately understood why he was angry, but the next second she found it funny. No... she just said that Pei Yanzhi was good, why was he so angry...

"How could that be?" Lu Lingyuan immediately softened her tone, reached out and grasped his hand, and said gently, "I didn't. Since I entered the palace, I have only cared about Your Majesty, really!"

"What I just said were just polite words. Didn't Your Majesty hear that?" Lu Lingyuan continued. She still couldn't understand. Maybe this person was sick!

But she still said, "Your Majesty, don't be angry. Since Sister Changle has decided to marry Master Pei, Your Majesty should issue an order to grant the marriage as soon as possible! I can also prepare in advance..."

Before Lu Lingyuan could finish, Xiao Chengji leaned over and kissed her, directly holding her lips, biting and kissing, entangled endlessly...

After a long while, Lu Lingyuan's breathing became unstable. She pushed him away with force and gasped, "I... I can't breathe anymore..." Lu Lingyuan gasped heavily, her face turned red, which was very attractive.

Xiao Chengji's palm caressed her red lips, and the tingling sensation came over her, causing Lu Lingyuan to tremble all over. She said in a hoarse voice, "I'll forgive you this time, but if you do it again, I'll punish you directly."

Lu Lingyuan glared at him, lowered her eyes and did not respond, but the next second she was held horizontally in Xiao Chengji's arms.

"Ah..." Lu Lingyuan grabbed his collar tightly, fearing that he would fall to the ground, and said in panic: "Your Majesty...Your Majesty, you can't..."

Xiao Chengji raised his lips to a wicked smile, chose to ignore her, and carried her into the bedroom.

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On the second day, Xiao Chengji issued an imperial decree to grant marriage to Princess Changle and marry Pei Yanzhi. When Princess Changle received the imperial decree, the expression on her face was very calm, without any ripples.

Pei Yanzhi was the best choice after she weighed the pros and cons again and again. Her ancestors had once been glorious, and although they were in decline now, the family tradition was upright, and this person was quite talented. It was possible that the Pei family would regain its glory in the future.

She was already very content to be able to marry Pei Yanzhi.

"Thank you, Royal Brother. I will obey your order!" Princess Changle said in a deep voice.

"Congratulations, Princess! Please stand up!" Rong An stepped forward with a respectful look on his face and handed the imperial edict to her.

"Thank you, eunuch!" Princess Changle got up from the ground with the help of the palace maid, and Princess Qingping and Princess Yong'an also stood up behind her.

"In that case, I will take my leave now!" Rong An bowed respectfully and left.

"Goodbye, eunuch!" Princess Changle nodded slightly to show her respect.

Princess Yong'an smiled and said, "Congratulations, Sister Changle!"

Princess Changle slowly turned around and said with a gentle smile, "Thank you, Sister Yongan."

Princess Qingping said coldly: "Royal sister, you are the eldest daughter of our father after all. Are you willing to marry a poor scholar in the end?"

Princess Changle didn't want to pay attention to her, and said coldly: "Sister Qingping is not as arrogant as me. I want to marry him as a person, not because of his family background."

"Sister Qingping, please don't worry about my marriage!" After saying that, Princess Changle left straight away and went towards her bedroom.

Princess Qingping was furious, her face full of anger: "You..."

Princess Yong'an quickly stepped forward to stop her and said softly, "Sister, why are you doing this?"

Princess Qingping shook her arm away and said angrily, "Go away!" Then she left with an angry face.

Princess Yong'an stood there, lowering her head with a look of grievance. The maid beside her said softly, "Princess Qingping is really too much. She always does this and gets angry at the princess!"

"Okay, stop talking. My sister definitely didn't mean it. She's in a bad mood." Princess Yong'an explained for her, then calmed herself down and went to Princess Qingping's bedroom.

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