Read Novel Full Chapter 1919: Court Attendance (2)
Chapter 1919: Chapter 1919: Court Attendance (2)
This Eunuch Shui is actually Eunuch Ping’s adopted son, considered the Emperor’s second confidant.
"This is the Emperor’s decree." Eunuch Shui smiled with a delicate gesture, "Madam need not worry, otherwise, they wouldn’t have sent our family to fetch you."
Yang Ruxin thought that made sense.
In the Court, there was no other business today, the entire discussion revolved around whether Yang Ruxin deserved to be titled as the Third-rank Madam Ruyi.
The civil and military officials were roughly divided into three camps: those who agreed, those who disagreed, and those who were neutral.
Strangely, none of the Imperial Family members expressed their opinion, it was entirely the Court Officials speaking, largely debates among civil officials.
When Yang Ruxin arrived at the entrance of the main hall, the debates inside, for and against, were so intense that it could be heard clearly from outside.
Yang Ruxin glanced at Gu Qingheng.
"Just be yourself, don’t mind others." Gu Qingheng adjusted the crown on her head, lowering his voice slightly, "The Emperor will certainly protect you."
Yang Ruxin nodded, true, the decree had been issued, the Emperor wouldn’t take it back, right? That would be like slapping his own face.
Eunuch Shui called at the door: "Madam Ruyi enters the palace to express gratitude."
The main hall suddenly became silent, it was so quiet a pin drop could be heard, and everyone’s gaze instantly shifted to the entrance.
Yang Ruxin blinked and took a deep breath, with so many people watching, the pressure was immense... but having reached here, she couldn’t retreat, hurriedly lifted the long hem of her dress, stepped over the high threshold, and adjusted her dress before moving forward.
However, even though she’s experienced grand occasions, being scrutinized by so many while walking is truly nerve-wracking, like walking a red carpet. The result of nervousness was her steps became a bit chaotic, leading her to accidentally step on the front of her dress, causing her to exclaim and stumble forward.
No one noticed that the Emperor on the dragon throne suddenly closed his eyes and turned his head to one side, as if unable to bear witnessing such a lamentable scene.
Among the Court Officials, some closed their eyes, while others laughed gleefully.
Yang Ruxin felt vexed, how could she falter at such a crucial moment? Originally, she thought this embarrassment was unavoidable, but suddenly felt a tightness around her waist and was pulled back upright.
"Thank you, my lord." Yang Ruxin smiled brightly.
Gu Qingheng did not speak, he simply bent over to help her straighten the creases in her dress, nodded to her, and then returned to his proper position.
Among those around, some were astonished, some disapproved, and some were approving; all in all, the gazes were very complicated.
"Madam Ruyi Yang Ruxin pays respects to the Emperor, long live, long live, long long live." Yang Ruxin had calmed down by then, directly ignoring the gazes around, walked to the center of the main hall, knelt down and bowed, "Xinxin is a rustic girl, since childhood hadn’t worn such dignified clothing, hence was nervous, I humbly request the Emperor’s pardon."
"It’s not your fault, rise now." Emperor Xuanjing’s lips curved up slightly.
Yang Ruxin hurriedly stood up, imitating the palace etiquette she learned before, stood properly.
"Yang Ruxin, I appointed you as a Third-rank Madam Ruyi, yet it has led to widespread discussion, some agree, some disagree, and the number of disagreement is not small. Now, why don’t you tell me, do you think you deserve it?"