Yan Xiao was unaware of Shen Muzhi's current dilemma. Since Shen Muzhi returned, she had been living a leisurely life, which could be considered as fulfilling her original wish.

As for Shen Muzhi's coronation ceremony, she didn't need to worry about it at all; she just needed to wait to be notified to attend.

Shen Muzhi wasn't so leisurely. He left early and returned late every day. When Yan Xiao woke up, the bedside was usually empty. She could tell that the person had long since left just by touching the temperature of the bed.

It would be a lie to say I don't feel sorry for him, but once I'm in that position, there are some things I have to do. Once things are on track and I cultivate more trustworthy and capable people, things should get much better.

That day, Yanxiao had just finished her breakfast when palace maids and eunuchs brought her the ceremonial robes she would wear for the grand ceremony.

"Your Majesty, this is a ceremonial robe that the Imperial Needlework Bureau has rushed to make for you on His Majesty's orders. Please take a look."

Yan Xiao didn't think much of it, glanced at Qian Qiu beside her, and gestured for her to put it away.

After Qianqiu accepted it, the palace maid continued to speak respectfully:

"Please try it out, Your Highness. If you find it unsuitable, I can take it back and fix it."

"Alright."

This was, after all, the clothes to be worn in the main hall that day, and Yan Xiao didn't want to embarrass herself in public, so she gestured for Qian Qiu Wan Dai to follow her into the inner room without much hesitation.

The size of the clothes was exactly as Shen Muzhi had provided, and they fit Yan Xiao perfectly. Both the material and the workmanship were top-notch. Yan Xiao didn't feel any heaviness when she put them on; on the contrary, she felt very comfortable.

"It's pretty good."

Just as Yan Xiao opened his mouth, he heard Bandai's exclamation:

"What, what's going on?"

Yan Xiao raised an eyebrow in confusion, turned slightly to the side, and asked:

"What's wrong? Is something the problem?"

"this......"

Wan's expression already showed anger, and he pointed to a spot on his clothes, saying:

"Who on earth is trying to harm our Empress? This robe has a dragon on it when it's exposed to the light, and it's a five-clawed golden dragon at that. If this is worn out, it would be a great disrespect to His Majesty."

Yan Xiao hadn't noticed it before, but after hearing this, she deliberately moved to a sunny spot and discovered that the clothes indeed had a hidden secret.

It's not obvious inside the house; you can only see the phoenix pattern. But when it's exposed to light, you can see a five-clawed golden dragon circling the phoenix. When she moves, the dragon seems to be circling the phoenix.

When Yanxiao saw this rather ingenious design, she didn't think like Bandai that someone was trying to harm her. Her first reaction was that it must have been Shen Muzhi's doing.

She gave Qianqiu Wandai a reassuring look, then went outside in her ceremonial robes and directly asked the head palace maid:

"The style and pattern on these clothes, were they all requested by His Majesty?"

The head palace maid dared not conceal anything, and without even raising her head, she hurriedly replied:

"Indeed, Your Majesty, this is the third finished product. His Majesty was not satisfied with the first two. It was only after His Majesty saw this one that he sent us to bring it to you for your inspection."

It would be a lie to say Yan Xiao wasn't moved by these words, but she couldn't help but mutter to herself.

Judging from this, her man has quite the potential to be King Zhou of Shang. These clothes look incredibly valuable, and now is precisely the time when the court needs money, so he's really willing to spend it.

Moreover, the five-clawed golden dragon is a symbol of the emperor's status. If someone else wears it, it is a provocation to the ruler and can be considered a crime of deceiving the emperor.

Shen Muzhi made her put it on directly, even on such an important occasion. Didn't he know how much gossip he would have to face?

She looked down at her clothes again; they were really beautiful, and she liked them very much.

Since Shen Muzhi dared to let her wear it, what did she have to fear?

Having made her decision, she didn't say anything more, simply nodding to indicate that she understood.

"Alright, this one will do."

"Yes, then we will take our leave."

The people who came visibly breathed a sigh of relief; they had finally accomplished their task and could go back to get a good night's sleep.

As for whether the clothes were in accordance with regulations, that was none of their business. They just did whatever their superiors told them to do.

After everyone left, Qianqiu looked at Yanxiao's clothes and asked in confusion:

"Your Majesty, what does this mean? As far as I know, only His Majesty can wear this five-clawed golden dragon. Anyone else who wears it will be held accountable."

Now that Yanxiao no longer has her all-knowing guardian deity, how can she still be as prescient as before?

She chuckled softly and replied casually:

"They probably want to wear matching outfits."

"Matching outfits? What are those?"

Yan Xiao completely forgot that there was no such thing as matching couple outfits in this world, which immediately perked her up.

Business opportunities! These are all business opportunities! Couple outfits, parent-child outfits—these are all business opportunities!

She can just issue another patent then, and the money will roll in.

As soon as she came up with a way to make money, Yanxiao immediately put everything else aside and quickly took out paper and pen to start planning the next step.

On the day of the coronation ceremony, Yan Xiao was dragged out of bed early in the morning.

She didn't even open her eyes, but she felt that there were many people walking around in the room, and that she was being moved around by others. People were also feeding her food from time to time.

When she was fully awake, she had been dressed up beautifully and dignifiedly, provided that she did not speak, otherwise all that remained was her beauty.

It's impossible to keep her from speaking.

Yan Xiao, looking displeased, fiddled with the pearls in front of her.

"What's the use of this thing? It hits my face every time I move it, it's in the way."

Qianqiuwan hesitated, then thought for a moment and said:

"This gives people a sense of mysterious beauty."

"Yeah?"

"Yes, Your Majesty, the auspicious time is almost here, let's go."

"Alright."

Today is the big day of Shen Muzhi's ascension to the throne, and Yan Xiao naturally wouldn't be a stumbling block. He nodded in agreement and went out the door, only to see Lou Guyu, who was supposed to be in charge of the Miao tribe, as soon as he arrived at the door.

Why are you here?

Lou Guyu chuckled.

"Today is my sister's special day, so of course I had to come."

As he spoke, he turned his back to Yan Xiao, bent over, and laughed:

"Come on, sister, let your little brother carry you out the door."

Yan Xiao looked puzzled: "I'm not seventy or eighty years old. I can walk by myself. Why would I need you to carry me?"

As soon as she finished speaking, Qianqiu Wandai helped her onto Lou Guyu's back, one on each side.

It took all morning to get her hair and makeup done, so Yan Xiao didn't dare to make any big movements. Caught off guard, she was already on Lou Guyu's back when she came to her senses.

"What are you guys up to?"

Yan Xiao was completely bewildered when she heard Lou Guyu's muffled voice say:

"Sister, not being able to grow up with you is the regret of my life."

When we first met, you were already married. As your younger brother, I have never been there to accompany you through the difficult road ahead. Fortunately, I still have time to become your support in the future.

"Sister, don't worry, I will strive to grow up quickly and become a towering tree you can rely on. If he ever dares to betray you, I will make sure he knows that the Lou family is not without its own strength."

Yan Xiao was somewhat stunned after hearing Lou Guyu's words, but a warm feeling involuntarily rose in her heart.

She thought, this must be what it feels like to have family.

She smiled and gently patted Lou Guyu's head:

"What's wrong with you today? Why are you being so sentimental? It's kind of cheesy."

Lou Guyu's eyes were already a little red when he spoke. Hearing Yan Xiao's question, he lowered his head and gave a soft hum, saying arrogantly:

"I'm just letting you know in advance that you'll have someone to rely on from now on. If you're unhappy, you can dump him and come back to the Miao tribe with me anytime. Even if he's the emperor now, he can't bully you."

Lou Guyu had barely finished speaking, and before Yan Xiao could reply, Shen Qiyue's annoyed voice came from ahead:

"Lou Guyu, why are you talking bad about my brother? Are you asking for trouble?"