Capítulo 1693: Chapter 1700 Shen Family Moves to the Capital (3)
When Juhua and her mother were brought into the palace, those noblewon had already arrived. Under the guidance of the eunuch and palace maid, the mother and daughter entered the towering and magnificent palace. The palaces inside, lofty and cloud-reaching, the exquisitely beautiful pavilions, everything was grand and magnificent, leaving the mother and daughter gaping in awe and reverence.
Upon entering the Shouxian Palace and seeing Cai Wei, they were once again taken aback.
Previously, they had only seen Cai Wei in Qing County. At that ti, they knew that Cai Wei was the Empress Dowager, but she always seed like a girl next door, dressed simply and with a kind deanor. So, although they knew she was the Empress, they never realized how far removed her elevated status was from their lives.
It was not until now that they witnessed Cai Wei’s dignified and solemn deanor and illustrious entourage, that they deeply realized their previous misunderstanding. The Empress Dowager’s majestic and supre position is sothing that they should always look up to.
The eunuch led the mother and daughter into the magnificent Shouxian Palace, filled with exotic fragrances. Inside, many beautiful girls sat like swallows on wings, so dressed in princess attire, others in the garnts of county and commander chief. More than a few young ladies from first and second-rank officials’ families were also present, dressed in court dress and adorned with priceless jewelry, all sitting respectfully on either side of Cai Wei, each one carefully and attentively silent, not daring to boisterously make noise!
Cai Wei, wearing a multicolor embroidered golden nine-tailed Phoenix Robe with wide sleeves, a Five Phoenix Pearl Crown on her head, and holding a Jade Ruyi in her hand, sat on a golden throne with yellow cushions, receiving everyone’s homage.
This image was a far cry from the Cai Wei they knew. If it weren’t for the person on the throne having the exact face they rembered, Lady Cui and Juhua would almost not recognize her. Could this noble and regal Empress Dowager truly be the gentle, intelligent, and distinctive Cai Wei they had t in Qing County?
At this mont, mother and daughter did not dare to treat Cai Wei with the sa casual attitude as they did in Qing County. Guided by the eunuch, they respectfully approached, knelt on the ground, and paid their respects to Cai Wei.
Cai Wei accepted their grand gesture calmly. After the ceremony, she had them helped up and seated them beside her.
Sitting next to the Empress Dowager was a great honor. Although Juhua’s mother and daughter ca from the distant north and didn’t understand the rules of the Capital, they could comprehend the envious and jealous gazes from the other young ladies!
At this ti, already sitting beside Cai Wei was a maiden, presumably also a favored aristocratic girl by the Empress Dowager. This girl was extraordinarily beautiful, her attire luxurious. Upon seeing Juhua, she was taken aback, then stared at Juhua with her beautiful big eyes, revealing a few surprised glances.
Juhua felt uncomfortable under her gaze, but since everyone was earnestly listening to the Empress Dowager’s words, she dared not speak, only returning a few glances before lowering her head.
From the throne, Cai Wei spoke softly yet with authority: “Today is New Year’s Day. Arguably, there should be a feast inside the palace to celebrate, but as you all know, the Empress Dowager has recently passed away. The Emperor, in his pure filial piety, has decreed that the citizens of Great Jin observe mourning for three years, abstaining from banquets and festivities, weddings, and celebrations for three months. Therefore, although you all have co early for the New Year’s greetings, I can only offer you a cup of tea as an expression of my sentints. I hope you will understand.”
Hearing the words of the Empress Dowager, the princesses, county chiefs, and young ladies present all stood, bowed, and said: “The Emperor and Empress Dowager show pure filial piety and benevolence, setting an example for the people of the world. It’s a blessing to Great Jin and to its citizens! We have been enlightened!”
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