klisemfg Chapter 226 Extra (2) The Daily Life of the Emperor and Empress 01
Chapter 226 Extra (2) The Daily Life of the Emperor and Empress 01
Today is just an ordinary day in the eyes of ordinary people.
But the court in Changping was anything but ordinary.
Throughout three thousand years of history, it is not uncommon for emperors and empresses to be devoted to one person for life; almost everyone can name one or two. Even in commonly used wedding certificate templates, there are often a few allusions to express the couple's wishes.
It is not uncommon for two men to marry each other through proper channels and pledge their lives to one another. In remote areas where women are few in number for "various reasons," the practice of "sworn brothers" has become a folk custom.
However, the current emperor and empress are the first couple to combine the two.
When the words "emperor," "exclusive favor," and "male empress" are combined, many incredible things can happen.
For example, the morning court session on the seventh day after Lu Yuxi ascended the throne—
"Your Majesty! I have something to report."
Lu Yuxi said in a deep voice, "Speak."
The minister handed a thick memorial to Zhao Lei with both hands. Zhao Lei then ran over to Lu Yuxi, knelt down, and presented the memorial with his hands raised high.
Lu Yuxi reached out and took it, quickly glancing at it.
Then he frowned.
Is this guy crazy? He's written a thick memorial, and after flipping through three or four pages, he's still expressing his loyalty, quoting countless classics and historical texts, all of which are about how much he worships His Majesty and how he's willing to give his life for him.
Thank you so much for your loyalty.
But what you're writing right now is a waste of my life!
Lu Yuxi slammed the memorial down with her palm, forcing a smile, "My dear minister, just speak."
The minister seemed quite surprised, but since the emperor had spoken, he obediently bowed and replied.
"Your Majesty, yesterday Your Majesty officially moved the palace to the Huangji Palace. This is a matter of proper succession, in accordance with the natural order, but..."
The man suddenly paused, tilted his head, and glanced almost imperceptibly at Lin Shihe, who was standing tall and straight at the front.
"I have heard that Her Majesty the Empress has also moved into the Huangji Palace."
Shi Ming?
Hearing someone mention his beloved wife, Lu Yuxi's listless heart finally stirred again.
Sigh, I was a bit reckless yesterday, using some "external items," and ended up going too far. Shi Ming should still be snuggled in bed sleeping right now. I must say, Senior Lin You is quite something; the methods in that illusion were indeed brilliant. He only used a little, and the usually wild and fierce kitten instantly melted into a gentle spring.
Wow, learning has no end.
It's a pity. I should have come again tonight. I've exhausted myself to the point where I can't get out of bed, so I'll have to go to court alone for over an hour, a lonely figure!
sad.
I'm so sad.
I need to wake Shiming up when I get back and try to get some benefits from him while he's still half asleep to soothe my fragile heart. Ideally, I should do it again tonight.
Hehehehehehe…
"...Therefore, I believe that Her Majesty should be asked to move out of the Huangji Palace and relocate to the Fengyi Palace in the inner palace, and to issue a decree in front of the Fengxian Hall. I humbly request Your Majesty to issue this decree!"
"…What did you say?"
The emperor, lost in his daydreams, finally snapped out of his reverie and looked down in surprise. He didn't see the minister who had spoken earlier, but instead met Lin Shihe's enigmatic, half-smiling eyes.
"Your Majesty, this minister says that the Empress should move to the Phoenix Palace, and that Your Majesty should issue an edict reprimanding the Empress for overstepping her bounds as husband and disobeying etiquette, and ordering the Empress to receive a reprimand in front of the Fengxian Hall!"
Lin Shihe smiled broadly, emphasizing each word of "Empress" in his voice, his tone sarcastic and his anger palpable.
"Your Majesty, what do you think?"
His Majesty felt that his name on the Book of Life and Death must be flashing.
Lu Yuxi shuddered, her thoughts, which had drifted off to who-knows-where, finally returning to her senses.
!!!
Lu Yuxi slammed his hand on the imperial desk, pointed at the minister still standing there, and angrily rebuked him: "Fang Shihai! How did this man get a fifth-rank official position? What are you doing as the Minister of Personnel?!"
Oh no! Not only have I offended my brother-in-law, but if Shi Ming finds out about this, I'll be the one who has to move out—the innocent, unlucky guy who got dragged into this mess! I already upset Shi Ming yesterday by going too far, and now this is just adding fuel to the fire!
My life is over!
"Your Majesty, why speak so harshly?" It's obvious you're feeling guilty, isn't it?
Lin Shihe, who always sought revenge on the spot, remained calm and unhurried. "What this minister said makes some sense. I think it would be better to go all the way and simply depose the Empress from her position."
I was already annoyed today because I didn't see my brother in court and saw Lu Yuxi looking all smiles. And now this thing dares to impeach my brother.
Ha ha.
Lu Yuxi appeared calm on the surface, but in reality, she was trembling inside.
"Minister Lin, what makes you say such a thing? How can you so easily speak of deposing the emperor and affecting the harmony between me and the empress! I want to punish this rebellious minister who disobeys the Empress Dowager, and the Minister of Personnel who was negligent and failed to properly discipline his subjects. What does this have to do with Her Majesty the Empress?"
Yes, it's alright, it has nothing to do with me, Your Majesty!
Before Lin Shihe could add any more sarcastic remarks, Fang Shihai, who had been singled out by Lu Yuxi to be punished, stepped forward first.
"Your Majesty! This matter has nothing to do with me!"
Fang Shihai cried so hard that he almost cried his eyes out.
"This man was a newly appointed Jinshi last year. After the imperial examination, he entered the Ministry of Rites as a principal officer. However, he suddenly received bad news at home and had to return to his hometown to observe a year of mourning before taking office. He only returned to the capital the day before yesterday after the mourning period ended. He was reinstated to his original position by canceling his leave at the Ministry of Personnel. It just so happens that he was able to attend court today because it was his turn to be on duty. It has nothing to do with me!"
They're from the Ministry of Rites!
Today, the unlucky second man was filled with grief and indignation, more wronged than Dou E. He turned to the newly appointed Minister of Rites, "Lord Shi, please say something!"
Lord Shi broke out in a cold sweat.
He didn't want to get involved in the storm between His Majesty, the Empress, and the Emperor's brother-in-law!
"Your Majesty, I am also a retired former Minister, and I only took office yesterday..."
Unlucky Guy Number Three: I'm innocent too!