Quick Wear: This is my wife

Chapter 430 Prince VS Little Brother 30

When it comes to the selection of concubines, the old custom was that the emperor would review the list of new women and only ask the ones he liked to leave their names.

But Fu Runze didn't care about it. In his opinion, this was just a formality. He just randomly picked a few people to get the job done. Why bother with it?

It was for this reason that Xiao Yubai decided to host this flower viewing banquet.

As the regent prince, Xiao Yubai has a noble status. It is in accordance with etiquette and can demonstrate the royal family's importance to this event if he is in charge of this matter. Although there may be other deeper meanings behind this importance.

"Uncle," Fu Runze said to Fu Nanzhan, smiling as he sat in the imperial study, recalling the events of the morning court session. "Your words in the hall, 'Exterminate the three clans,' were truly resounding! At the time, I almost thought you were going to execute the entire family of that old Marquis Yong'an."

After saying this, he picked up the teacup, took a sip, and a barely perceptible cunning flashed in his eyes.

Fu Nanzhan snorted coldly, his eyes revealing a hint of coldness: "If I don't speak more seriously, how can these censors take this matter to heart?

They are used to playing with words and easily letting off those who deserve punishment. I want them to know clearly that the country of Dayong belongs to the Fu family, and they can't just talk and sway it at will."

He stood with his hands behind his back, looking out the window, thinking in his heart that if the system had not issued the task of defending the country, he would have rushed to the border with his sword and killed King Dada on his horse, which would have been better than dealing with these ministers in this court.

"You and I don't have to show up at the flower-viewing banquet this afternoon. When the little imperial aunt takes a fancy to a girl, I will directly issue an order to summon her to the palace." Fu Runze put down his teacup and said nonchalantly, as if the matter of selecting a concubine was just a trivial matter to him.

"Well," Fu Nanzhan nodded slightly, "Your aunt has worked hard for your marriage, so you should also put in more effort. Find some rare jewelry to please her, and don't let her feel that all her efforts have been wasted."

Thinking that Xiao Yubai loves jewelry, and would be beaming with joy if she got these treasures, Fu Nanzhan couldn't help but smile gently, and his stern face softened instantly.

"Uncle Emperor~" Fu Runze said with a wry smile, looking embarrassed. "To be honest, my private vault is almost empty now. I'm afraid it will be difficult to find suitable jewelry in the short term."

Fu Nanzhan glanced at him and said with a hint of annoyance, "Don't do this useless thing. After some time, when you find a suitable excuse, you can raid the homes of a few corrupt officials. By then, both the national treasury and your private treasury will be filled."

Upon hearing this, Fu Runze's eyes lit up immediately, and the corners of his mouth widened, revealing a delighted smile: "Little Imperial Uncle is absolutely right! It is indeed the Little Imperial Uncle who has the solution. I, nephew, am ashamed of myself."

Time passed, the sun gradually set in the west, and in the afternoon, there was a busy flow of people and cars outside the palace gate. The ladies of each family brought their legitimate daughters and sons, dressed up in their best, and entered the palace one by one.

Everyone knew that the flower-viewing banquet held in the palace was nominally for the purpose of appreciating the flowers, but in reality it was for the emperor to select concubines.

Some smart people secretly thought that if this matter was handled in the Regent's Palace, they could avoid the cumbersome rules of the palace and get closer to the Regent and the prince. Why not do it?

But everyone also knew that the selection of a concubine was, after all, a royal affair that concerned the foundation of the country, and it had to be held in the palace to demonstrate its solemnity and formality.

"The Regent has arrived!" As the little eunuch's shrill voice rang out in the palace, everyone suddenly quieted down.

Xiao Yubai was seen wearing gorgeous clothes and a jade crown, walking into the garden with great grace.

"May the King be well!" Everyone knelt and bowed respectfully. In this palace, besides the Queen and the Queen Mother, the Regent held the most respected position.

Even a first-rank imperial concubine had to bow and greet the Regent Prince when meeting him. Moreover, since there was no one in the Emperor's harem, the Regent Prince's position became even more important.

"Everyone, get up."

When everyone heard what Xiao Yubai said, they all stood up with smiles on their faces.

The atmosphere at today's flower viewing banquet was originally a bit solemn, but after Xiao Yubai's words came out, everyone present breathed a sigh of relief.

Xiao Yubai smiled and continued, "Everyone, there's no need to be so restrained. Today is a relaxing and joyful gathering. Just enjoy the spring scenery in the garden.

Besides, I have heard that all the ladies and gentlemen present here are talented and have extraordinary literary talent.

Later in the evening, when we have dinner, I hope you will show off your skills so that I can appreciate your talents."

After saying this, he waved his hand gently, indicating that everyone could disperse on their own and go in groups of two or three to admire the flowers blooming in the garden.

Xiao Yubai himself seemed to be wandering around the crowd nonchalantly, but his eyes would occasionally fall on those women and boys of marriageable age, secretly observing their every move, every frown and smile.