Chapter 146: I Request a Marriage

"No one in the world can withstand such temptation. Besides, the Sixth Prince is as handsome as Pan An. Ning Zhenyuan may not want to betray Meng Che at the moment, but the Fourth Prince's connection with the Hu is a hurdle. If he falls, Ning Zhenyuan will look for another backer."

Zhang Lu’s analysis was quite thorough. It was hard to say what Ning Zhenyuan’s attitude would be after Meng Che was dealt with.

Qu Yang glanced at Zong Si who had a calm expression.

Unfortunately, this guy also has feelings for Miss Ning Si, so there is no possibility for Meng Ze and Ning Si. Even if there is a possibility, this guy will destroy it.

When the prince just returned to the north, he did not leak any news. He only secretly sidelined Zong Ting and killed all the people sent by Emperor Jingwen in private, and then suppressed the matter.

It was also the first time that Qu Yang saw the prince being so cruel.

And at such a critical moment of dealing with the dissenting party, he was still interested in having someone keep an eye on the situation of Fourth Miss Ning.

It is natural that Emperor Jingwen in the capital could not have been completely unaware of this matter, but he was seriously ill. Since the Crown Prince was not dead, fighting with him was not a long-term strategy. Since he failed to assassinate him at that time, he had missed the opportunity to deal with him.

And now the Hu people are ready to make a move, and they may still need to rely on him, so even if Emperor Jingwen knew some rumors, he chose to turn a blind eye.

Now, perhaps Meng Ze is the only one who can shoulder the responsibility of fulfilling Emperor Jingwen’s hopes.

If Meng Ze could not do it, Emperor Jingwen could only settle for the second best and tolerate the existence of the powerful minister Zong Si to protect the safety of Dayan and avoid the infamy of losing territory.

Zhang Lu said, "The Sixth Prince is probably desperate for Prince Jin's help, so he is pressing the Fourth Miss Ning step by step. If he goes to His Majesty and proposes marriage to the Fourth Miss, His Majesty will agree."

Half a year ago, Emperor Jingwen was concerned that Ning Zhenyuan was a meritorious official at the time. If he forced him to marry his daughter, it would make the emperor seem too utilitarian and disregard the relationship between the monarch and his subjects. Other officials would inevitably have too many concerns, which would be detrimental to his rule.

Now, half a year has passed since Ning Zhenyuan made his contribution. During this period, many people have made contributions. Everyone still remembers Ning Zhenyuan's achievements half a year ago, so there are fewer concerns when granting the marriage.

What's more, Emperor Jingwen also had to consider Meng Ze's future. After passing the throne to him, whether Meng Ze could be a good emperor was no longer within Emperor Jingwen's consideration. However, it was particularly important whether he had loyal ministers around him who could give him advice.

"Even if he agrees, so what?" Zong Si said calmly, "As long as the marriage is not completed, there will be changes, and Ning Zhenyuan will not be devoted to Meng Ze."

Zhang Lu said: "Your Highness is still very patient."

Qu Yang thought to himself that the prince was going to ignore morality and, if that situation really happened, he would just steal the bride.

A woman's reputation is naturally important. Although it may not sound good for the prince of Prince Xuan's palace to marry a female monarch who is already engaged, it does not matter since the prince does not care.

Even if the Fourth Miss Ning has married someone, the Prince doesn't care. Now the Prince no longer cares about these ethical standards, and the reputation of Prince Xuan's Mansion is no longer that important. The only person the Prince cares about is the Fourth Miss Ning.

I don’t know what exactly happened in Nandazhou.

After Zhang Lu left, Zong Sicai said, "Send a letter to Meng Yuan."

After a moment's silence, he added, "Send a letter to A-Fu as well. Write a letter in the name of Master Fu and send it to the tea house. Ask Meng Yuan to pass it to her."

But when Ning Fu saw the words "written by my wife herself", she was stunned.

Then he remembered that when he was in Dazhou, he had disguised himself as Mr. Fu's new wife. In order to conceal his identity, it was reasonable for Zong Si to write this way.

The positive content of the letter was nothing more than ordinary things he saw and heard, what he ate, who he met, as if a husband was explaining his affairs to his wife, asking about her recent situation, and finally reminding her not to let anyone seduc her.

It sounded more like the tone of Murong, whom he once played.

Nymph, however, skillfully used the invisible ink he had given her, and on the back of the letter paper, there was indeed something serious written on it.

The letter mentioned two things.

First, Meng Ze planned to marry her.

Second, she doesn’t have to compete with Meng Ze, and the marriage will not be settled.

Ning Fu pondered for a moment. This was not different from what Meng Yuan mentioned. She was not worried that at this moment, there were many people who did not want her to marry Meng Ze, and the same was true for Meng Che.

But on the other side, there is also a sentence: There are better places than the position of queen. Even if Afu is tempted, please think again. Meng Ze can only give you the position of queen, but the future may not be stable. I can give you much more than him.

Ning Fu naturally didn't eat Zong Si's cake.

"It seems that Mr. Fu has a strong desire to talk to the girl." Mu Ruoheng smiled.

Zong Si's letter took up six pages, which was not like his style.

Nymph said, "Since it's acting, it has to be realistic."

"The fourth young lady is acting, but it is enough to make people immersed in it. Even Meng Ze, who has always loved beauties, is somewhat moved." Mu Ruoheng said intentionally or unintentionally.

"I will naturally complete the tasks you assign to me." Nymph said in a businesslike manner.

She could naturally feel that Meng Ze was somewhat interested in her, but it was no different from her previous life, it was all because of Prince Jin.

A few days later, Meng Ze took her out for a trip again.

Meng Ze seemed to be in a very good mood, and was much more patient than usual when talking to her.

"Cousin seems very happy today." She thought for a moment and asked.

Meng Ze was naturally happy today. His father had not objected to his marriage with Ning Fu before, but he had no intention of granting the marriage. And yesterday, his father actually took the initiative to mention this matter.

If my father had granted the marriage, everything would naturally be much simpler.

But my father has not yet made a decision as to whether she is his legal wife.

As the lady of the Ningguo Mansion, especially Ning Zhenyuan who holds an important position now, it is natural for her to be the principal wife of a prince. It would be unreasonable for her to be a concubine.

And the emperor father still has to consider this, which is very meaningful, unless she becomes the prince's concubine.

This is Meng Ze's mood, how can it be bad?

"I will definitely treat my cousin well in the future. I will make up for what I owe you later." Meng Ze said without reason, and reached out to gently tidy up her hair.

Ning Fu naturally thought of the reason. She was afraid that Meng Ze would not be able to marry her as his principal wife. She paused as to why this was the case.

Unexpectedly, Emperor Jingwen really planned to appoint a crown prince. Perhaps it was because his health was getting worse that he didn't want to delay it any longer.

Once Meng Ze becomes the crown prince, it will be much more troublesome for Meng Yuan to succeed to the throne. Even from a legal point of view, he will have to spend a lot of effort. If he handles it improperly, he will be branded as a usurper of the throne. No wonder Meng Yuan wants to do it himself.

She was thinking and didn't notice Meng Ze reaching out and touching her face.

Ning Fu only felt a shadow, and when she looked up, she saw Lu Xingzhi with an expressionless face.

Yes, expressionless.

This happened twice when he saw himself getting close to Meng Ze.

It was more like he had been caught with his adulterer.

But he would never be like this in front of Zong Si.

"Lord Lu has returned to Beijing." Meng Ze took her hand and looked at Lu Xingzhi provocatively with a smile.

Lu Xingzhi looked at Ningfu calmly, and the latter withdrew his hand.

"Mr. Lu." Ning Fu said.

"Miss Four, after you've enjoyed the lake, please return home." Lu Xingzhi left only these words and rode away on his horse.

After Ning Fu returned home, she heard that Lu Xingzhi had done a very good job in building the road in Dazhou. Dazhou had always been occupied by foreign forces, who were unwilling to allow convenient travel between Dazhou and the capital, so the road had never been built, and Emperor Jingwen was helpless.

Unexpectedly, Lu Xingzhi completed the road that had been under construction for a long time since he took the throne. This is more than just a great achievement.

"Xingzhi has never made a mistake in his work. He wins my heart and deserves a reward." Emperor Jingwen was overjoyed.

Lu Xingzhi knelt down and said, "I have an unreasonable request."

"It's okay to do it but talk about it."

"Now, I have reached the age to get married. I hope that Your Majesty can grant me marriage with the fourth Miss Tongning." Lu Xingzhi said.