Chapter 126 Asking for Annual Reward

Du Jingyi was a little flattered by the queen's words. If it weren't for the fact that he was in the palace at this moment, Du Jingyi would have thought he was seeing an ordinary elder.

But the rules cannot be broken, so he spoke respectfully.

"I thank you for the reward, and I will certainly live up to your expectations."

"That's good."

After saying this, Queen Guo seemed to think of something again, and then said.

"I have already mentioned the matter of your decree to His Majesty. I estimate that the decree will be issued before the end of the year. Then I will move to a new home and live a good life with Rokuro."

Du Jingyi thought that Yu Ruyi was the highlight, but he didn't expect that there would be a chance to get a royal title.

Now she was really at a loss.

When Mrs. Xing saw it, she couldn't help laughing and reminded her.

"Look at your great kindness, the child is so grateful that he doesn't know how to speak. Liu Lang's wife quickly thanked her."

After hearing this, Du Jingyi immediately stood up from the round stool and said with fear.

"My wife will not be rewarded for her meritorious service. I am afraid she is not worthy of being appointed as my wife."

"It's difficult for the stepmother. She is always one step shorter in front of her first wife. However, the wives that Rokuro had in the past could not be said to be true first wives. Therefore, this imperial wife is the grace given to you by this palace. Even in the future... As for being really at a disadvantage.”

The queen's explanation made Du Jingyi slightly moved.

For her, the identity of this step-sister actually has little impact.

But that's because she hasn't really integrated into the wealthy circle in Sui'an City.

But the queen thought of this incident, so she gave Du Jingyi this grace to protect her from being more respectable and decent when making friends with others in the future.

Even if Du Jingyi wanted to refuse, he couldn't say anything more after knowing the queen's intention.

"My wife, thank you for your grace."

This time, he knelt down and bowed down to the queen, which was a bit more sincere than before.

Seeing this, the queen also laughed.

He said with a bit of sadness in his tone.

"The Gu family is only supported by a grandson like Liu Lang. You can spread the branches earlier so that Mrs. Gu and the others can gain more comfort."

"Yes, I understand."

Afterwards, Queen Guo led the topic to other places.

With Mrs. Xing accompanying me, it didn't seem awkward or cold.

Du Jingyi listened to the two of them talking quietly, and responded from time to time. Gradually, his impression of the Queen Empress became more three-dimensional.

In the past, I only knew that the queen came from the famous Guo family.

His father was Prime Minister Guo, a courtier who had followed the emperor loyally since the founding of the emperor before he conquered the world.

He is the most popular and prestigious among the elite civil servants today.

With such confidence from her mother-in-law, Queen Guo should be the one who killed everyone in the palace.

Unexpectedly, he turned out to be such a gentle and approachable person.

At first, Du Jingyi would distance herself from her because of her status, but sitting down for these two hours, she felt as relaxed as having a heart-to-heart talk with her close elders at home.

It's no wonder that the world praises Queen Guo so much. She is indeed worthy of the position of the mother of this country.

Peaceful, tolerant, without any arrogance of those in power.

However, the queen's throne does not necessarily make people happy physically and mentally, because Du Jingyi can always feel a touch of sadness in her body.

It’s just that we don’t know the truth.

At noon, the maid next to the queen came to remind her that it was time to have a meal.

Mrs. Xing naturally wanted to accompany her, and Du Jingyi was also ready.

However, Eunuch Hu, who had just sent Du Jingyi over, came in with a smile and said in a respectful tone.

"Your Majesty, the general sent someone to ask, saying that your Majesty wants to keep the young lady to eat in the palace? If so, he can just wait a little longer."

One sentence, but it made the Queen and Mrs. Xing laugh, and there was a lot of teasing in their eyes when they looked at Du Jingyi.

"Okay, it's time for the young couple to mix honey with oil. I won't be the villain who beats the mandarin ducks. Yun Qing will have dinner with me. Hu Zhen, please send Du Shi out."

Hu Zhen is the real name of Eunuch Hu.

Hearing this call, Eunuch Hu also smiled and came forward to make a gesture of invitation, but he didn't have the airs of a chief eunuch.

Du Jingyi did not forget to bow his head and salute, and then said.

"My wife, please retire."

After she walked out of the room, Mrs. Xing sighed.

"It would be great if my cousin is still here. She will definitely like my wife here."

Queen Guo also nodded when she heard this, with appreciation in her eyes.

"Although he comes from a business family, he has learned the rules well. It can be seen that he has been carefully cultivated in his family."

"That's what the Queen said."

"However, these irregularities are actually done for others to see, so it doesn't matter. It seems that Rokuro is paying attention to Du Shi in this way. It's good that he will have a caring person by his side in the future who can talk warmly. ”

"yes."

"Let's go and see what the imperial kitchen has brought today. Let's see if there's anything you like."

The queen spoke, and Mrs. Xing followed suit.

"I have become fat after eating with my wife these days. If I continue to eat like this, no one will dare to recognize me when I return to Jinling City."

"What are you talking about? I asked you to come to the north to chat with me a few years ago. You took so long to come here, and you are leaving after the New Year. Naturally, you should spend more time with me. As for being fat, it's better to be fatter. I remember that Lord Xing said when he was young that he liked plump beauties. Maybe you and your wife can still live in harmony when you go back."

"My queen..."

Mrs. Xing rarely made a charming voice with a little "resentment".

At this moment, there were only the two of them, so they didn't act like elders.

Talking and laughing, it seemed like they had returned to their youth.

Happy, unrestrained, and free and easy.

Du Jingyi was also safely returned to Shang Ji by Hu Gong'an.

"Thank you, Eunuch Hu, Cherry."

Du Jingyi said, and Cherry went up and stuffed a purse into his hand.

It was heavy, and you could tell it was expensive at a glance.

Eunuch Hu didn't refuse, but agreed with a smile, and added a sentence.

"Young Madam is very much liked by the Empress today. You should find more opportunities to visit the Empress in the future. The Empress will be happy to see you."

"Thanks to Eunuch Hu for your advice. I will remember it."

Seeing this, Eunuch Hu bowed to the two of them and then returned to the harem.

Shang Ji glanced at Du Jingyi and said.

"Get in the car."

"Okay."

When they went back, Shang Ji did not ride in front, but accompanied Du Jingyi in the carriage.

Naturally, Yingtao and Lizhu had to get off and follow.

Luo Yuan rode in front as usual. Today, he was wearing a black and strong suit, which made him look a little fierce.

Yingtao took a closer look, and Luo Yuan turned around and grinned.

This smile made Yingtao's thoughts disappear.

Sure enough, this person still has to be judged by appearance.