The Moon in the Qin Dynasty
Chapter 778: I am a professional in dealing with goddesses!
Chapter 778: I am a professional in dealing with goddesses! (Please give me a monthly ticket at the end of the month~)
As the auspicious clouds slowly came from the direction of Mount Zhongnan, the whole sky was shining with golden light and colorful. Fairy music sounded out of nowhere above the auspicious clouds, and golden flower rain fell from the sky. Wherever the auspicious clouds passed, there was peace and abundance.
It took nearly half an hour to travel the fifty or sixty miles and arrive just above the altar at the hour of noon.
The Queen Mother of the West and the Lady of the Nine Heavens were also very considerate and descended from the clouds directly onto the altar for offering sacrifices to the sky.
Ying Zheng looked around and was extremely surprised to see the Queen Mother of the West and the Lady of the West walking side by side, with Jingwei slightly behind.
Xuannu is still as stunningly beautiful as ever, with a clear spring hidden between her eyebrows and eyes, quiet, elegant, and graceful, with an extraordinary temperament; while the Queen Mother of the West’s clothing, image, and makeup are more flamboyant and elegant, and her appearance is equally good as Xuannu’s.
The Queen Mother of the West looked about thirty years old, tall and graceful. Her bones were made of ice, her face was made of white, her skin was like jade ground by frost, her lips were like red pearls with dew in them; her eyes were full of sparkling thoughts, her hair was clear and elegant, her temples were piled with flowing step-shaking ornaments, and her black hair was like the pouring night.
She is truly worthy of being the essence of Taihua, with an unparalleled appearance, a true spirit and a true beauty.
The three goddesses, two big and one small, stood together, all of them were elegant, with fluttering sleeves. Behind their heads were round, colorful lights that were bright and beautiful, yet gentle, extremely sacred and solemn, bright and clean. Looking around, it was simply too much to see.
Ying Zheng was not rude. He was just stunned for a moment, then he stepped forward and bowed: “Zheng greets the Golden Mother of the Jade Pool and the Lady of the Nine Heavens. Best wishes to the two Yuanjuns.”
All the ministers and the people below the altar bowed down and shouted, “Greetings to the Goddess of the Jade Pool, Greetings to the Goddess of the Nine Heavens, Greetings to the Goddess of the Jingwei.”
The Queen Mother of the West, the Lady of the Nine Heavens, and Jingwei also returned the greeting gracefully, bowing with their hands clasped together, their voices clear and melodious: “Wan’an (nuwa) greets the Lord, may the Emperor be blessed.”
Queen Mother Xi smiled and waved to the audience, showing her elegance and grace: “Everyone, please stand up.”
Just as he finished speaking, auspicious clouds in the sky began to rain down blessings and golden rain, like fine golden threads, falling on everyone present.
Everyone’s faces were full of surprise, and they shouted thanks, and stood up and bowed. Everyone was overjoyed, and they didn’t expect that the goddess’s visit would bring such a benefit. The golden rain of blessings fell on them, and they felt comfortable all over, and their fatigue disappeared. Even their muscles and bones felt lighter, as if they were a few years younger.
It’s really good to follow Your Majesty!
Seeing the two of them doing this, Ying Zheng felt completely relieved.
The Queen Mother of the West even accepted the new title, so everything became easier to discuss.
That’s good, everyone carries the sedan chair, and it’s good for you, for me, and for everyone, that’s really good.
Ying Zheng smiled and said, “I have long admired the holy name of Yuan Jun. I am honored to have Yuan Jun come to visit me. I have prepared a simple banquet in the palace, please come and enjoy it.”
The Queen Mother of the West nodded and smiled, gracefully and generously, raised her hand and beckoned, her voice gentle and pleasant: “Thank you very much, Your Majesty. It is also my honor to see you. Your Majesty, please.”
“Please.” Ying Zheng also politely asked Queen Mother of the West to go first. He was even more satisfied with Queen Mother of the West’s attitude. In his heart, he was even more satisfied with Queen Mother of the West’s attitude.
It is impossible to make the Queen Mother of the West bow down to him, but Ying Zheng knows this in his mind.
But it is even more impossible for him to bow down to the Queen Mother of the West. Both parties must be equal and can only be equal.
With the status of the Queen Mother of the West, she and the emperor on earth should treat each other equally. This is already the most beneficial for Ying Zheng to build his own identity as the Holy Emperor.
After all, the identity now constructed for the Queen Mother of the West is the legal wife of Heaven.
The equality of both parties is a strong certification of Ying Zheng’s status as the incarnation of Heavenly Dao and the Deputy Lord of Heavenly Dao!
Now Ying Zheng is very satisfied. His goal has been achieved. In the future, he must also perform sacrifices to the Queen Mother of the West and build a Taoist temple for her!
We are all decent people!
The Queen Mother of the West walked down the stage, but Ying Zheng deliberately lagged behind her, approached Xuannv, and whispered, “Yuanjun, it’s been a long time since we last met. How have you been these days?”
Xuan Nu’s beautiful face, which was originally calm and peaceful, was obviously a little rippled. She looked at Ying Zheng, but secretly glanced at the Queen Mother of the West from the corner of her eye, and said softly: “Thank you for your concern, Your Majesty. I hope everything is fine.”
Ying Zheng nodded and smiled: “Your Majesty is here to visit me. Could you please stay for a few more days and let me show my hospitality?”
Xuan Nu glanced at Queen Mother Xi secretly again and said hesitantly, “Let’s discuss this later.”
Ying Zheng refused to give in: “Yuan Jun, please don’t make me feel sad. How can you bear it?”
Xuannu’s cheeks turned slightly red, her eyes avoided the side and she did not reply.
Jingwei, who was following behind, tilted her head with a confused look on her face. Her little head was full of big question marks, and she always felt that something was wrong with the atmosphere.
Brother-in-law and sister-in-law, this doesn’t seem like the first time you’re meeting!
The Queen Mother of the West heard everything but acted as if she heard nothing and showed no reaction at all.
Several people came down from the altar, and the Nine-Legged Dance was performed to the majestic and beautiful melody of the twelve musical notes, welcoming the arrival of the Queen Mother of the West.
Ying Zheng invited Queen Mother of the West and Xuan Nu to ride on the emperor’s jade carriage, and Jingwei was on the nine-chariot golden carriage at the back. Queen Mother of the West did not refuse, but got on the jade carriage happily. She had never ridden in such a luxurious carriage in the world, and now she was very curious.
Xuannv hesitated for a moment, and then got on the carriage. The three of them rode in one carriage. The jade carriage was spacious and comfortable, and even with three people sitting together, it did not seem crowded at all.
The three of them knelt upright in the carriage, with Ying Zheng sitting in the main seat in the middle, Queen Mother of the West on the left, and Xuannv on the right.
However, Ying Zheng quietly moved closer to Xuan Nu, deliberately getting closer. After everyone sat down, the emperor’s procession slowly moved towards the Taiji Palace.
As the jade carriage moved forward, the auspicious clouds in the sky did not dissipate, but slowly moved along with the jade carriage, and golden rain and golden flowers sprinkled along the way. Wherever it passed, it was extremely sacred and bestowed continuous blessings.
The soldiers along the way all shouted “Saints be with you”, and the people knelt down and prayed, shouting “Saints be with you”.
In the carriage, Ying Zheng bowed to the Queen Mother of the West and said, “It is my honor that Yuanjun has come to the mortal world. The world is poor, please don’t despise my poor hospitality.”
The Queen Mother of the West smiled, her eyes moving, “Your Majesty, your words are too serious. This magnificent scene is rare for Wan Yan, so how can it be simple? Thank you for your concern.”
Ying Zheng laughed and said, “If Lord Yuan is satisfied, I will be at ease.”
“I wonder if the two Yuanjuns have seen the world today since you came here? The world is too big and everything is new. It is inevitable that there are some inappropriate things. Please speak frankly and teach me.”
As he said this, he sighed softly, “I have great power, and I am most worried that the channels for expression will be blocked, which will harm the country and the people. The two Yuanjuns have great magical powers, profound insights, and compassionate hearts. If I have done anything wrong, or if there are mistakes in the state affairs, please feel free to enlighten me.”
Queen Mother Xi shook her head slightly and said sincerely: “The emperor is a rare saint. We have also traveled a bit. Today, the country is peaceful and the people live and work in peace. Even if there are a few evil people and evil deeds, there are fair laws.”
“The prosperity of the world today and the observance of the people are unprecedented in history. I admire you so much that I dare not teach you.”
Xuan Nu also nodded and said, “With the ability of the emperor, I have no way to teach him, and I dare not speak arrogantly or make presumptuous remarks.”
Ying Zheng sighed with a smile, his eyes firm: “My greatest wish in this life is to seek peace and prosperity for the people of the world, to work diligently and never slack off.”
As he spoke, he looked at Xuannv and smiled, “Since I was young, I have heard that Xuannv taught Huangdi and helped Taigong. She was compassionate and caring about the people. I have always yearned for her and admired her.”
“Please comment on what I have done. Can I satisfy you?”
Ying Zheng’s eyes were too hot, Xuan Nu didn’t dare to look him in the face, and hurriedly looked aside, saying softly: “The emperor has brought benefits to the world, I really admire him.”
Hearing this, Ying Zheng laughed so hard that the pearl curtain of his crown tassels shook. Ying Zheng looked at Xuan Nu and blinked, “Since we last parted, I have been thinking about you day and night, tossing and turning, so I had people build a Taoist temple for Yuan Jun on Mount Hua.”
“When Shaoyin is in power, all things flourish. Huashan is the most beautiful place in the world, absorbing the great spirit of Guanzhong and suppressing the Kun axis of the Nine Regions. Only this beautiful and lonely Taihua Mountain is worthy of being the Taoist temple of Yuanjun. Moreover, you can also look west to the purple air of Kunlun.”
“I can only use this to comfort myself.”
Xuannu listened and didn’t dare to look at Ying Zheng. She lowered her head slightly, and a blush appeared on her cheeks.
The Queen Mother of the West on the side narrowed her eyes, feeling inexplicably unhappy, and a complex emotion flashed in her eyes.
Seeing this, Ying Zheng moved closer to Xuannv. Now the distance between their shoulders was only two feet.
Ying Zheng said softly, “In fact, I also have some selfish motives. I am thinking about the beauty of Mount Hua. Perhaps Yuanjun can go to Mount Hua to enjoy the scenery. If you can see my humble intentions and do not think it is a waste, I will be very satisfied.”
“Fortunately, I have received the mercy of Lord Yuan. Some time ago, I heard that Lord Yuan came to Huashan and bestowed blessings on the common people and servants. I was so happy that I was ecstatic.”
“It’s a pity that it will take some time to complete the construction of the temple. It’s my fault that I can’t let Yuanjun see the results sooner.”
After hearing this, Queen Mother of the West became even more envious.
Xuan Nu was both happy and shy, her heart seemed to be soaked in honey, and she could hardly suppress her smile. She said softly, “I feel ashamed to accept the great gift from the Emperor.”
She paused, then said in a low voice, embarrassed, “It’s too much of a fuss.”
Ying Zheng laughed and waved his sleeves gently. The sleeves fell down and covered Xuannu’s hand. Ying Zheng quietly tried to grab Xuannu’s jade hand.
He knew very well that a thousand words were not as effective as a close contact.
Xuannu was startled when Ying Zheng’s sleeves fell, and then she felt a warm big hand holding her left hand tightly under her sleeves.
She was startled and embarrassed, and instinctively tried to break free, but Ying Zheng’s hand was holding too tightly, and she couldn’t get away.
At this moment, she heard Ying Zheng say softly: “There is no need to mobilize an army. Everyone is willing, especially me.”
(End of this chapter)