Chapter 389: Xiao Ying was ordered to go to Shangjing to be conferred the title, and the enemies were anxious

According to his idea, he actually wanted to directly promote her to the title of Princess Protector of the Country or Princess of the County.

But he also knew that this proposal would definitely not be passed before Monk Xiao Ying's identity was exposed.

So she could only settle for the second best and be promoted to the first-rank lady of the country.

It won’t be too late to continue the promotion after Xiao Ying reveals his identity as a cultivator.

The First Rank State Lady is the highest title for women outside the imperial court. For non-monk women, it is basically the pinnacle.

Such an identity is enough to demonstrate his sincerity and Xiao Ying's noble status!

They quarreled for another half an hour, and only stopped when their mouths were dry and their tongues were parched, but they were still unwilling to give up.

The emperor finally got tired of listening and silenced everyone with a gloomy face.

"As far as I know, a total of eighteen states were resettled during these two resettlement periods."

"Among them, at least six states have resettled fewer than 5,000 people this time, and if we include the last time, it will be even more."

Having said this, a hint of sarcasm appeared on his face.

All the ministers lowered their heads and dared not say a word.

"Six States...the number of people resettled is less than that of Xiao Renren alone."

"Humph, does this mean that Xiao Renren is more powerful than these six states?"

"Who among you can match this achievement?"

"In the previous dynasty, a merchant resettled 3,000 refugees and was promoted to baron by the then emperor."

"Now I want to promote Xiao Renren to the rank of First Rank State Lady, but I'm met with so many ministers' opposition?"

"You are putting me in an unjust position! Do you think I am inferior to the previous emperor?"

These words were too harsh, and all the civil and military officials were shocked. They all knelt on the ground and shouted that they dared not.

"Your Majesty, please calm down. I dare not."

"Don't dare? I think you dare very much!"

The emperor became angrier and angrier as he spoke, so he cursed a few more times.

"Don't you just look down on Xiao Ying because she's just a woman?"

"So no matter how much she contributes, you remain indifferent and sneer at her."

"Do you think that being granted an imperial title is her greatest blessing in this life? Are you even thinking about the smoke rising from her ancestral grave?"

"Are you jealous because you feel that she, a woman, has stolen your limelight?"

Every time he said more, everyone's faces became uglier. His words really touched the hearts of many people.

Prime Minister Ning, however, remained calm and felt that what the emperor said made a lot of sense.

I was even shocked in my heart. The emperor was too protective of his niece. Was it because he knew that she was the daughter of Marquis Zhenyuan?

No, that alone is not worth the emperor's anger.

A terrible guess suddenly popped up in his mind, and he couldn't help but frown.

Could it be that the emperor knows the identity of Monk Xiao Ying?

"I dare not."

The ministers still said the same thing, but this time they were more sincere.

"Since you don't dare, then follow my will."

"Promote Xiao Renren to the rank of First-Rank Lady Anguo!"

The emperor immediately gave the order, like a victorious rooster, with high ambitions.

"Your Majesty is wise!"

Prime Minister Ning immediately put away his thoughts, was overjoyed, and took the lead in thanking the emperor loudly, smiling from ear to ear.

Unexpectedly, he just said it casually, but the emperor actually promoted his niece to the first-rank lady of the country. This was definitely a pleasant surprise.

No, the emperor probably had this idea a long time ago and was just following his words.

Thinking of this, he couldn't help but feel secretly shocked.

Fortunately, he changed his words to the first rank. If he had said the second rank, his niece would have been demoted for nothing.

The emperor's words are golden, and some are happy while others are sad.

Qi Yuping and his son, Zhou Hong and the others all had dark faces, and even looked a little dazed.

That woman was promoted to the first-rank lady of the country?

That was a first-rank imperial decree, and even their family did not have such an honor.

Then when they see Xiao Ying next time, won’t they have to greet him politely?

Just thinking about it made the two of them feel nameless anger, but they couldn't vent it.

Then the emperor said, "Promoting her to the first rank of Lady Anguo is a major event."

"I have long been curious about Madam Anguo, so I have invited her to come to the capital to receive the title in person."

Prime Minister Ning showed his joy again and shouted "Your Majesty is wise".

With the emperor's order, my niece had to come to Beijing, which happened to coincide with my father's schedule.

Qi Yuping and others were struck by lightning. Their faces changed and they clenched their fists.

As soon as the shift was over that day, Qi Yuping and his son rushed home and called Chen Ning and Qi Jinxian.

"Today at the court, Xiao Ying has been promoted by the Emperor to the rank of First-Rank Lady Anguo for her contribution in resettling refugees."

"And let her come to the capital to receive the title in person. That woman will be coming to the capital soon!"

Qi Yuping was as calm as water, and this time he didn't even have the heart to scold Chen Ning.

Chen Ning's expression changed instantly when he heard this. How could it happen so quickly?

Although he had known that Xiao Ying would come to Beijing sooner or later, he figured it would take at least three to five months.

But how long has it been?

It has only been two months since Xiao Ying was last promoted.

How could that woman be so troublesome?

First-rank Lady Anguo?

Haha, he really isn’t dreaming?

"Dad, we don't have time...what should we do?"

After a long time, he swallowed hard and his face turned pale.

Qi Yuping looked at Qi Jinxian. Now his only hope lies with his granddaughter.

"Jinxian, how's your progress? Is Han Ziheng interested in you?"

As long as they can capture Han Ziheng, they still have hope.

Qi Jinxian's pretty face suddenly turned red, and she felt shy and timid.

"Grandpa, how can this be so easy? I've only seen him twice in the past two months, and he's a complete blockhead."

"He spends his days either practicing martial arts or studying, rarely attending banquets. Even if I wanted to see him, I couldn't."

She has lost some confidence.

Her appearance was obviously top-notch among noble ladies, but in that guy's eyes, she seemed no different from others.

She took the initiative to approach and strike up a conversation, but Han Ziheng either avoided her or had a cold face.

Not romantic at all.

Qi Yuping and the other two felt a sinking feeling in their hearts when they heard this.

I thought he was just a young boy who would be easily seduced by beauty, but I didn't expect him to be so unromantic.

"You still have to be more proactive in approaching him. It would be best if you could capture him before Xiao Ying comes to the capital."

Qi Yuping's tone was still gentle, but it lacked some warmth and patience than before.

Qi Jinxian pursed her lips in grievance and could only nod in agreement.

"Jinxian, this matter depends on you, you must work harder."

Chen Ning placed all his hopes on her and regarded her as a life-saving straw.

"Then I'll think of another way."

Seeing him being so servile, Qi Jinxian felt inexplicably proud. She didn't believe that she couldn't defeat Han Ziheng.

Han Ziheng, who was being missed by everyone, was reading a book with full concentration at this time.

It was his mother who was talking about rhyming poetry, with her ear pressed against the wall, listening attentively.

"Bang!"

The next moment, the sound of porcelain breaking was heard coming from the yard next door.

Tan Yunshi clicked his tongue twice and became more and more interested.

What a retribution!

When Xu Xuan bullied her before, she certainly never thought that the man she would marry would be a fake prince.

Hahahaha...she was dying of laughter.

When she heard that Xiao Ying was directly promoted to the first-rank Lady Anguo, would she be furious?