The Beautiful Sword
Allies
Happy Reading's.
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Jia Pov's.
"Miss of the people from the Palace has arrived" The shout suddenly woke me up forcefully, it seemed like I would have to teach him sometime to be quiet.
"May you're noisy" Rancauku turned her back.
"Did Miss forget? if today you will go to the palace and tomorrow your appointment becomes a concubine" explained Mei while shaking my body.
Hearing Laknat's words I immediately woke up suddenly, even Mei who was beside me was shocked to see my sudden response.
"May do they carry swords?" Seriously many. Mei seemed to think for a moment before answering.
"Yes, ladies, they carry palanquins, swords, and various animals" explained Mei.
"Gift?" I was wondering, all I know is that today I will be appointed as a concubine but why send a gift if I am going to the palace today.
"I'll meet them!" I said while wearing a robe to cover my nightgown.
I went to the front yard which was already crowded with people from the palace, even some of my neighbors were watching.
"Second Miss Li, we're here to pick you up" Obviously one of them while saluting, I can guess he's the chairman.
"What if I refuse?" My challenge.
"Your Majesty advised that if you refuse then we will not hesitate" explained the man.
I rubbed my forehead. "I have a question why did you bring the gift here?" My toot.
"Miss I would like to inform you that your appointment is postponed and will be carried out tomorrow along with the appointment of the 7th concubine" explained the man, my forehead shriveled when I heard the word 'Concubine to 7'.
"Consort 7, isn't it just me who's going to be picked up tomorrow?" My toot.
"It's not just you Miss, Her Majesty decided that the Princess to the two Western rulers will be appointed as the 7th concubine"
'Cih it turns out he wants to strengthen his power, cunning basis' I swear in my heart.
"Alright I'll be ready for you to wait here. Aunty Fei and Ni'ang please arrange this gift" My disconnect that was immediately embraced by the others.
I went back to my residence followed by Mei.
"Is Miss okay?" Mei asked while helping me to clean up.
"Don't worry Mei, Ah I want to tell you. All of them for goods that can be used please secure and for goods in the form of gold, silver and others for two. Some gave it to the temple administrator and some gave it to Xang'er" I explained at length.
Once I'm not here automatically that holds no finances. Fortunately yesterday I had a chat with Uncle Bai and Xang'er about finances, and we decided I would do business with Xang'er, considering that the gifts the emperor gave were not small.
I think by doing business with Xang'er at least my money can be turned around without me having to intervene alone. For the tavern to remain as usual only I will take advantage of 30% to 15%, Because I realize that after this Uncle Bai will take care of it.
"Done Miss" said May.
I immediately checked the makeup I was wearing. Light blue Hanfu with thin makeup, don't forget my black hair is styled sweetly with a garnish of Gold. Eh Gold?
"May why are you wearing me gold jewelry?" My toot.
"Miss was the servant ordered by the leader of the troupe" Clearly Mei was terrified.
I threw out my coarse breath, and immediately rushed to meet them. When I reached the page some of my neighbors approached.
"Miss Li may the lady find happiness"
"Miss must take care of health"
"God is always with Miss"
"Don't forget us"
That's what I heard, my house is in a pretty poor area. Those who are sick are mostly me who take care of him considering the cost to the healer is very expensive.
"You take care of yourself too!" Reply with a sweet smile.
"Hiks, Miss must visit here often, please take care of yourself, torment should not be easily oppressed" Mei said with a sobbing, my hands wiping her tears.
"Aunt Fei and Ni'ang take care of yourself and guard my residence. I'll visit often" I told them.
"Miss calm down" they replied
Some people helped me up the stretcher, as the stretcher went by I looked over at the door and waved. I saw the servants and villagers paying my respects.
"Take care of yourself" I muttered without a sound.
Slowly my tears are falling.
'Jia don't be weak, you have to be strong. Protect the people you love' My resolve is in my heart.
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I stared in amazement at the Palace building, a very sturdy and magnificent building. I think one price pole here can build a house.
"Miss please follow us!" Pinta a servant led me.
We passed through a large artificial park and lake before arriving at the Harem section. They led me through the gate, I saw some way. There's a right, left and straight.
"Miss please pass by here" said the maid as she led me to the right.
"Miss I want to tell you, the road to the left to the garden, if it is straight to the residence of the Empress and this road to the residence of the concubines" He explained, I understand.
He took me to a gate that read 'Meihua's Residence'. Wait Meihua? is that not the name of a rare flower. Well it seems that the emperor is very serious with me.
As my foot passed through the gate I was presented with a beautiful view on the left there is an artificial garden with a table and bench to sit on, on the right there is a garden with a medium size. The road to my residence was given a fish pond with a bridge in the middle.
"Miss Li" Sapa Miu while saluting.
"Then the servant retreats" said the servant.
"Wait" I said, stopping the waiter.
"This is for you, thank you for your warm greeting. Next time please serve me yes" I said while giving one of the golden hair ornaments.
"But Miss servant is not worthy" he said on his knees.
"Look, I'm not a snob. If you know my life outside then you'll understand why I gave you this. Sell it and buy food for your family" I ordered.
"Thank you very much Miss, I promise that someday I will serve you again" said the Servant. After she received the gift from me she immediately left while tightly cuddling my gift.
"Who's the maid's name Miu?" I asked Miu who was watching earlier.
"Name is Miss Yuan, Miss seems to have sharp eyes huh" Guess Miu as she led me to enter the residence.
"You're smart as always Miu" I replied with a grin.
"I know you well, Miss. You have to gather followers here. Yuan is the right choice, he is quite an expert in strategy" Miu explained.
I drank the Tea that Miu made, the tea was very good.
"really?" I asked who was interested.
"Right Miss, but due to family limitations she couldn't learn any further"
"Hm, I will ask Your Majesty to make Yuan my servant. What say?" I asked while propping up my chin.
Miu smiled mysteriously.
"Good choice" he replied.
"Concubine Li entered Meihua's residence" Wui reported.
'I think it's time to talk about something with my brother' Gumaku in his heart.
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