Although it is different from what I expected, this is also a good idea, as long as I can perform better than Xiaoman in the next performance.
Then the Princess Xiaoman of Yongxi County would still be embarrassed. Thinking of this, Ren Yu's expression showed a very proud expression. At this time, Ren Yu's guqin had been moved to the stage.
On the other side, Xiaoman's guqin was also carried up. A guqin was placed on one side of the stage, and Gu Xiangning also stood up at this time.
Then he walked to the center of the stage, took out the flute he carried with him, looked at Xiaoman, put the flute to his mouth and started playing.
Xiaoman also put both hands on it at the same time and started playing. They didn't say any name, but the two of them had a good understanding of each other. They directly chose a piece of music called "High Mountains and Flowing Water" and started playing.
Only Ren Yu was confused at first, but after listening to the music he instantly knew what the two were playing and followed immediately, perhaps because it was not intense at the beginning.
It was easy for him to keep up, but the further he went, the harder it was to keep up, until finally, with a bang, Ren Yu's strings broke.
The whole person looked like he could not breathe. He was looking at Xiaoman and Gu Xiangning. The two of them were looking at each other. The affection in their eyes was visible to anyone with a discerning eye.
The two people in front of him were probably in sync. Looking at the scene in front of him, a trace of anger flashed in Ren Yu's eyes, and he clenched his fists, but he could only wait silently.
They waited for the song to finish. Finally, when it was over, Xiaoman stood up and, together with Gu Xiangning, bowed towards the emperor's platform.
Ren Yu's face turned pale, but at this time, he still spoke: "Mr. Gu's musical attainments are indeed very high, Ren Yu admires him. Ren Yu has been here for so many years."
"In terms of music, she has never met an opponent, so Ren Yu once swore in her heart that if one day there is a man who is better than her in music, then Ren Yu will marry this man."
"Mr. Gu, are you satisfied with Ren Yu?"
Gu Xiangning was shocked. How shameless of the women in the Great Zhou Dynasty to show off their wealth to others? But when Xiaoman heard this, she really didn't know what to say.
He chuckled twice: "Ms. Ren Yu, you really do look down on everyone in the world. Are there no people in the world who are better than you in music? If they are better than you, they have to marry you?"
"Then how many people in this world would be lining up to marry you?"
Ren Yu's face flushed when he heard this, but he also knew that now was not the time to argue with Xiaoman. He thought that the Queen Mother would be the one who would help him at this time.
Thinking of this, Ren Yu knelt down directly in front of the Empress Dowager: "Aunt Empress Dowager, please make the decision for Yuer. Yuer's oath is true, but the first person Yuer met was Mr. Gu."
"So Yu'er dares to ask Aunt Dowager Queen to grant Yu'er and Mr. Gu a marriage."
All the ministers were surprised, because no one had expected that Ren Yu would openly force marriage in such an occasion. Even if he liked Gu Xiangning, he wouldn't have to be so desperate.
The Emperor and Mu Yexiao were also very surprised. They did not expect Ren Yu to be so extreme and use such a method. The Emperor was stunned for a moment and looked at the Empress Dowager.
I want to see how the Queen Mother makes a decision. The Queen Mother is really embarrassed at this time, because she knows the relationship between Xiaoman and Gu Xiangning.
It was really a bit embarrassing to arrange a marriage for Gu Xiangning now. But she did have a promise to Ren Yu that she would give her a good man to Ren Yu in the future.
And thinking that her son still liked Xiaoman, maybe this arranged marriage was okay, so she smiled and looked at Gu Xiangning: "Mr. Gu, what do you think?"
"The reputation of Miss Ren is well known in Kyoto. She is a perfect match for you. If that is the case, then I have accomplished something good today."
Hearing this, Gu Xiangning's face turned pale. Who is he? The young master of Mingyue Island! His marriage is not something that a queen mother can decide.
Moreover, Gu Xiangning really did not expect that the empress dowager in front of him would be so ignorant and want to grant him a marriage. He glanced at Qian Jiujiu, but found that Qian Jiujiu was glaring at him.
With an expression of watching a good show, he was so angry that he coughed twice and looked at the Empress Dowager: "Her Majesty, wait a minute. It's not that I don't agree to this matter."
"In fact, in my family, the elders have already arranged a marriage for the younger generation. So no matter how outstanding Miss Ren Yu is, she has nothing to do with me. Please understand, Queen Mother."
Xiaoman smiled at Gu Xiangning, indicating that she was satisfied with Gu Xiangning's action. As for who was chosen, needless to say, it was Xiaoman herself.
Seeing Ren Yu's face turning pale again, Xiaoman didn't feel any sympathy at all. This woman was really shameless. She actually wanted to steal her man.
The Queen Mother frowned. To be honest, she didn't know Gu Xiangning's identity. Now, hearing Gu Xiangning's direct rejection of her, she was a little angry.
I feel that Gu Xiangning is a little ungrateful. You are just relying on your talent and your contribution to the Great Zhou! But if you are disrespectful to the royal family just because of this.
This is absolutely unforgivable. Thinking of this, the Queen Mother's face suddenly turned cold, and she began to make things difficult for Gu Xiangning: "Nothing is absolute in this matter."
"Look at how outstanding you are now. The woman you were engaged to might have given up long ago. Besides, is that woman comparable to Ren Yu?"
"Even your parents would be very happy if they knew that you were going to marry Miss Ren Yu from the Ren family."
Gu Xiangning frowned at this time. It seemed that the Queen Mother wanted to use her power to suppress others. Meanwhile, Ren Yu spoke up beside her.
"Mr. Gu, don't worry. Even if you really have an engagement, Ren Yu is willing to share one man with two women."
Xiaoman was so angry when she heard this, you are willing to share a husband with me, but I am not willing to share a husband with you! At this time, the emperor above also had some ideas in his mind.
If Ren Yu really married Gu Xiangning, would Xiaoman also leave Gu Xiangning directly? However, the emperor's idea was soon rejected.
Because he had tested Gu Xiangning, he was afraid that if he really forced Gu Xiangning, the result would not be good. He glanced at Qian Jiujiu and Mu Yexiao, and didn't think that they were just watching the show at this time.
If he really made this decision, not to mention how Xiaoman would treat him, these two people would definitely have their own thoughts. With a sigh, the emperor gave up this idea.
But she was met with Qian Jiujiu's all-seeing eyes. The emperor curled his lips at Qian Jiujiu, and Qian Jiujiu found it funny. She was actually just curious whether the emperor would be moved.
It seems that she is moved, but she only estimates their existence! As for the Queen Mother's actions, Qian Jiujiu understands it. No matter what, the Ren family is her family.
If there is someone who can continue to support the Ren family, that would be the best thing, but the Ren family has chosen the wrong person at the moment. Forget it, let's just watch the show first.
All the ministers looked at Gu Xiangning with some jealousy. In the eyes of these ministers, no one would refuse such a good thing!
Unfortunately, the reality is often not like this. Gu Xiangning bowed again and said, "To answer the Queen Mother, I dare not disobey my parents' orders. Besides, Xiangning has no ambitions."
"I have never thought about marrying two women. Xiang Ning only wants to spend his life with the woman he is engaged to. Miss Ren Yu is so outstanding. I believe there are many young talents who are willing to marry her."
"Xiang Ning knows himself well and is not worthy of Miss Ren Yu."
The ministers were stunned by the rejection! Gu Xiangning was too ignorant, the Queen Mother and Miss Ren Yu both said so.
She actually refused, but Gu Xiangning was still fearlessly saying, "Queen Dowager, the woman who is engaged to Xiangning is very stubborn. Once she decides on someone, she will be together for life."
"So Xiang Ning really doesn't have the desire to enjoy the happiness of having two wives."
The Queen Mother was furious and snorted coldly: "Oh, after hearing what you said, Xiang Ning, I am really curious, what kind of woman could make you so infatuated?"
"Besides, this engagement is just something you keep talking about. Who can prove it?"
Qian Jiujiu was watching the show with great interest when she heard Gu Xiangning say, "There is naturally someone here who can prove this."
"And the Queen Mother is very familiar with this man. Cousin, how long are you going to watch the show?"
This cousin in this life shocked many people. Those present were all well-known figures, and no one knew that Gu Xiangning had such a relationship.
Qian Jiujiu touched his nose. It seemed that he would have to help Gu Xiangning cover up his lie. However, Qian Jiujiu was also a little angry today, of course, towards the Empress Dowager.
Even if I understand that you want to find a good way out for the Ren family, it's okay to make a mistake. But after Gu Xiangning refused, he kept forcing her.
And it seemed that the Queen Mother sincerely wanted to break up Xiaoman and Gu Xiangning, so Qian Jiujiu smiled at this time and looked at the Queen Mother: "Queen Mother."
"I can prove that what Xiangning said is correct. Xiangning is indeed engaged, and the people on our island are indeed as Xiangning said."
"Once you choose someone, you will be together for life, so if Miss Ren Yu wants to fulfill that oath, she may have to wait for the next person."
"I can't separate a couple destined to be together just for you to fulfill your oath. I'm afraid that's not fulfilling the oath, but committing a sin. Besides, there are still people as outstanding as my cousin in this world."
"You can wait slowly."
After hearing Qian Jiujiu's words, everyone no longer cared about Ren Yu who had already lost face, but were all surprised. It turned out that Gu Xiangning was Qian Jiujiu's cousin