Entering the palace at 20

  Although Wang was a bit too optimistic, she also knew that this matter couldn't be rushed, and it wasn't easy to enter the palace. Even if she had the intention of letting Yuwen promote her own daughter, it wouldn't be an easy task.

  Anyway, Yuwen still slept beautifully and got up early to dress up. Peony and Jasmine helped her get dressed and do her hair together.

  "Miss, are you wearing this red brocade or this blue-green one?"

  Wan Yu thought for a moment that the imperial palace was dignified everywhere, and there were many good materials available, so she didn't need to show off herself. She chose a light blue embroidered white lily feather tassel cloak, tied with a cyan gold double ring four auspicious silk belt, and wore a pale pink hundred-fold skirt underneath. She looked fresh and elegant, exuding a youthful and charming aura.

  She wore a simple double braid, adorned with a light green palace flower, and hung with rice pearl earrings. Her outfit was neither gaudy nor flashy, but just right to show off her lively and charming personality as a young girl.

  It was still a bit chilly in the morning, so Jasmine took out a white-based green plum blossom embroidered silk cloak and wrapped it around Wan Yu. She grasped a cloisonné auspicious beast hand warmer in her hand before getting up to head to the main courtyard.

  Behind her, Wang's nurse followed, speaking softly and slowly, "Once inside the palace, there are many eyes on you, Miss. You must be careful not to rush into anything, just take your time and that will be enough. As long as you show your face, it will be sufficient."

  Wan Yu pursed her lips and nodded slightly, "Don't worry, nanny, I'm not that ambitious, I just want a stable life."

  The queen nodded, thinking that this child was likable. Many clever people are ruined by their impatience, but it's rare to find someone who is calm and composed, yet can laugh all the way to the end, earning the right to be proud.

  These years, I have also developed feelings for Yuwen and truly like this child. In the future, I will follow this child and wait for her to support me in my old age.

  The king's wife carefully swept a glance over Yuwen's attire, seeing that Yuwen's gaze was direct, her demeanor elegant and calm, and her dress was also very suitable, slowly nodding in approval.

  When she arrived at the main courtyard, the old lady looked her up and down before turning to Li Mama and saying: "There's still a agate bangle in that box of mine, get it out for her, it'll look good on this little girl." She noticed that Yuwen had nothing on her hands and immediately gave orders.

  Mrs. Li took out the box without saying a word, and Yuwen saw that it was a top-grade agate bracelet, bright red with a flowing glow, which looked very good. She smiled slightly, feeling a bit embarrassed: "This is too valuable, actually I also have bracelets in my box, but I didn't bring them because I thought it would be troublesome."

  The old lady smiled with her eyes narrowed: "You keep it, I've prepared everything for Wan and the others, this one is yours."

  Wan Yu then smiled and accepted it, "Thank you, Grandma, I got another good thing from Grandma."

  The old lady smiled and played with her Buddhist beads, "I'm old, these things are all left for you, I just hope you're safe and sound." She sighed softly.

  The old lady took a step forward, "Don't worry, madam, I'm watching over her, nothing will go wrong. The young mistress is also someone who listens to advice, so please don't worry."

  The old lady understood that she was willing to stay in the Murong family, and it seemed that she had a very good relationship with her granddaughter. She wanted to ask if she could teach Yuanyi, but she was afraid of offending Wang's mother and making things worse, so she suppressed the thought.

  "You go and come back early, it's getting bigger, don't stay in the palace anymore." The old lady reminded her as she was about to leave.

  Wan Yu nodded cleverly, "Granddaughter understands."

  After bidding farewell to the old lady, they got on the carriage. Inside the carriage, Yu thought for a long time and didn't know how to start speaking. Wang's nanny looked at her with suspicion and asked: "If you have something to say, just say it, why are you being so evasive? You're not someone who lies, don't learn those deceitful ways that will make people laugh at you."

  What kind of person haven't I seen in the palace after all these years? She particularly dislikes people who pretend to be clever, and her teachings to Yu have always emphasized being polite, honest, and down-to-earth. People like this may not necessarily gain favor in the palace, but they can certainly live a long life.

  Wan Yu blinked and said honestly, "Second Aunt and Wan Yi's sister have returned. Second Aunt heard about your skills and admires you very much. She wants you to teach Wan Yi and Yun Qing as well, so she asked me to ask you." Anyway, she wouldn't lie, so I just told the truth straightforwardly. Whether or not you're willing is not up to me, asking is my responsibility.

  The queen shook her head, "I don't plan to teach others anymore, no need to worry about it, I know a few older sisters will also leave the palace soon, if the old lady is willing to invite me back home, there are enough ladies to teach etiquette and rules."

  As people get older, they become less patient and no longer want to deal with others. Teaching Yuwen is enough; this child is sensible, clever, and has a good sense of propriety, but won't be overly cunning or try to take advantage of others. All my energy has been devoted to her, and I don't want to start all over again teaching someone else.

  Wanyu sighed and didn't say anything else, instead changing the subject. "Are you close to Empress Dowager? I was summoned by Her Majesty last time, and she asked about your well-being. At first, I was quite nervous, but it turned out that both the empress dowager and the imperial nanny were very kind." She smiled, her eyes narrowing into crescent moons.

  The queen's eyes showed a hint of nostalgia, "It's pretty good, when the empress was most difficult at first, it was us two sisters who supported each other to get to today. In the future, if something happens, you can go ask her for help once, there is only one chance." She spoke slowly.

  Wan Yu's expression was slightly stern, and she nodded slowly, "I understand, I will cherish it."

  This opportunity is hard to come by and must be seized with both hands; otherwise it will be a waste of this good chance.

  The old lady looked at her with kindness and patted her hand, "Don't worry, with me around, this little face of yours will still be protected."

  Wan Yu's eyes were slightly moist as she leaned her head on Nanny's shoulder, choking with sobs, "Nanny, I know you won't abandon me."

  "Silly child, always remember that being true to yourself is enough. In the imperial palace, there are many people who pretend to be something they're not. A fool may still have good fortune, but those who try to be clever often can't laugh in the end."

  This is the old man's experience in exchange for his youth in the palace, now all of which have been taught to her. Yuwen nodded solemnly, she knew that she had been away from mortal life for too long, and many things were completely blank, so it was good enough to do well on her own without being reckless.

  Arriving at the imperial palace, Wan Yu and Wang's nanny were not nobles and could not ride in a sedan chair, so they had to walk.

  As soon as they entered, they saw a woman standing in front of them wearing a blue embroidered jacket with a gentle smile on her face. Wang hurriedly walked a few steps forward and grabbed her hand, her eyes welling up with tears. "How did you come? I'll be right there."

  This is Ma Yilai, a sister who has known each other for many years and has gone through thick and thin together. Knowing that Wang Yilai came to the palace to see the Empress Dowager, she specially asked for permission to come and welcome her in person.

  The old woman carefully sized her up, then nodded in satisfaction. "Hmmm, you look much better now, your complexion is good and your body is strong. You've forgotten about us sisters, haven't you, you're so happy to be back in Sichuan."

  The queen's body was really bad before, otherwise she wouldn't have been able to retire from the palace. However, because of Yuwen Yu's genuine and sincere heart, every time she cooked soup in the kitchen, she would secretly add a drop of spiritual spring water. Under the nourishment of many years, her body had improved more than tenfold compared to before she left the palace, and even some white hair showed signs of turning black again.

  "That's all I need, now that I'm eating well and sleeping soundly, it's more than enough." said Wang Ayi with a smile.

  "Pay respects to Grandma." Yuwen took the opportunity to perform a slow and respectful bow.

  The empress dowager turned her face and glanced at her, smiling and nodding. "Yes, Jing Fei is already waiting for you in the palace. The empress dowager wants to have a word with you, Wang Niangniang. Would you mind lending me someone for a while? I will return them to you before they leave the palace." Her voice was gentle, and her demeanor was warm and loving.

  Wanyu bowed her head respectfully and replied, "Auntie is too kind, Wanyu doesn't dare to accept it. Please help me pay respects to Her Majesty the Empress Dowager on my behalf, I will go wait at Princess Jing's place first." As she spoke, she presented with both hands the gift she had prepared for the Empress Dowager.

  Madam Ma only wants to see Madam Wang and doesn't plan to bring herself, so it's better to be sensible, otherwise she can only suffer from annoyance and gain nothing.

  Ma Niang glanced at Wang Niang, with a hint of approval in her eyes, meaning that the little girl was treated quite well by you. Wang Niang smiled slightly, raising an eyebrow and curving the corners of her mouth upwards. She accepted the gift, smiled and nodded in satisfaction at Yuwen's understanding.

  The two parted ways, and Cai Wei, who was also at the door to welcome Yuwen, arrived at the Yonghe Palace of the Empress Dowager. Before the empress dowager, Yuwen first paid her respects, "Greetings to Your Majesty, wishing you eternal youth and good health." She raised her head with a mischievous glint in her eye, revealing a sweet and lively smile.

  Jing Fei smiled and beckoned her over, "You little heartless thing, I didn't look for you but you also didn't come to see me, making me miss you all the time."

  Wan Yu got up with a smile, holding her skirt and walking over, "Auntie, Wan Yu missed you so much. But as the daughter of an outer minister, it's not good for me to keep running in here, I'm afraid of causing more trouble for Auntie again. Today, I brought gifts for you."

  Jing Fei raised her hand to smooth out the hair at her temples, "What good thing do you have there? Let me take a look. If it's not good, I'll have you thrown out." She pretended to be stern with a straight face, but her eyes were filled with amusement as she gazed at Yuwen with a doting expression.

  Wanyu hastily asked Mudan to pass over the box, and she personally opened the painting album, with a face full of expectation and joyful excitement looking at Jingfei, "Auntie, take a look, this is my lotus painting that I've worked on for two years. Can you give me some feedback?"

  She glanced over and slowly got up to the desk, carefully looking at it. The more she looked, the more surprised and delighted she became. "Good, good! This painting is not bad, it's more than a notch better than that peony painting last time, really not bad." She nodded in praise, with a somewhat pleased feeling.

  "What a wonderful thing! Let me take a look too." A burst of laughter came from outside.

  "It's definitely Cousin Sister who has arrived. Every time she comes, she can make the Queen Mother smile all the time." Another voice was slightly clearer and sounded like a young man's voice.

  No need to say that it was the Emperor and Rui Cheng who arrived, Wan Yu hurriedly bowed her head to pay respects to the Emperor at the first time, "The minister's daughter asks for peace from the Emperor, and asks for peace from the Fourth Prince."

  "Hmm, little girl has grown taller again. Get up, no need for formalities among family members." The emperor smiled and nodded to wake her up.

  "Thank you, Your Majesty." Yuwen Yu suppressed the joy in her heart and took another breath of dragon energy. It was great, she must make the Emperor happy.

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