Chapter 143 The Divorced Heiress—Lucky Star

Three days later, Xiao Heng went to court on time.

Apart from walking a little slower, Xiao Heng was not much different from usual.

Many ministers submitted memorials requesting a thorough investigation into the assassination. Xiao Heng nodded and entrusted the matter to Liu Wei, the commander of the Imperial Guard.

Perhaps seeing that the emperor was still somewhat weak, the ministers did not present any other matters besides the assassination attempt, and the court session ended quickly.

The people of the capital were all waiting to see how the Emperor would promote the Su family. However, five days had passed, and the Emperor had only bestowed upon them fine silks, satins, and porcelain on the first day, with no other gifts.

In the backyard of the Marquis of Weiwu's mansion, the mother-in-law and daughter-in-law sat in the pavilion enjoying the cool air.

Mother Zhao popped a grape into her mouth and said with a smile, "What kind of life-saving grace is she? I thought she could turn her life around this time, but it turns out she's just a joke! I was worried that she would be made a princess, but in the end she was just given some random gifts and that was it!"

He Wan stroked her still-flat stomach, a satisfied smile on her face. After learning that Su Yaoyao had saved the Emperor, she was terrified, fearing that the Emperor would become Su Yaoyao's protector. She wondered how Su Yaoyao would retaliate against her if that happened. Now it seemed that she had worried too much.

“Mother, we can just talk about it at home. We must not discuss royal matters outside. Otherwise, if it gets back to the palace, it will be a crime, and even Aunt can't protect us.”

Zhao's mother looked completely unconcerned and casually said, "Don't worry, I know about this. Royal family matters are not something we should discuss."

He Wan said with a smile, "Mother is truly knowledgeable and experienced."

Zhao's mother said proudly, "That's right, I've lived more than ten years longer than you!"

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Ten days have passed since the emperor's assassination attempt, and the emperor has not treated Su Huan any differently, let alone Su Yaoyao.

Whether it was the concubines in the harem or the ministers in the court, they all gave up their thoughts at this moment, feeling that the emperor probably didn't value this matter much.

Su Huan remained as calm and composed as ever, without any arrogance or impatience. He did not act ostentatiously because his daughter had saved the emperor, nor was he disappointed because the emperor did not give him an important position. He maintained a calm and ordinary mindset throughout.

Yao Yao also spent her days by her mother's side, or chatting and laughing with her brothers and sisters, living a fulfilling life.

On this day, after all the officials had finished their salutations at court, the eunuch who was announcing the arrival came in to report that Master Zhenyuan was outside requesting an audience.

Xiao Heng instructed him to bring Master Zhenyuan into the hall, which puzzled all the civil and military officials, who wondered why Master Zhenyuan would come here.

Master Zhenyuan lived in Zhenguo Temple for many years. He was knowledgeable in astronomy and geography, and was also proficient in medicine. Most importantly, he was an expert in divination and was known as the "Divine Calculator". He had never left the mountain for so many years, so when everyone learned that Master Zhenyuan was coming, they could hardly believe it.

Master Zhenyuan had a long white beard and his hair was also completely white, but he was full of energy, with a straight back and a steady gait, showing no signs of being an old man.

"This humble monk pays his respects to Your Majesty! Long live the Emperor!" Master Zhenyuan clasped his hands in a gesture of respect.

Because he had saved the late emperor from the brink of death, the late emperor bestowed upon him the privilege of not having to kowtow to emperors.

Xiao Heng waved his hand: "Master, there's no need for such formalities."

Xiao Heng: "Master, what brings you here?"

Master Zhenyuan said loudly, "Your Majesty, this humble monk still has something to say about the matter of the Lucky Star."

Xiao Heng hesitated for once, and frowned as he said, "Master, there was no such exception in the previous dynasty."

All the civil and military officials were completely baffled by the conversation between the two.

Master Zhenyuan turned to the ministers and said, “Ministers, I have a matter I would like to ask you to help me with some ideas.”

The Right Chancellor spoke first, saying, "Master, please speak. We will do our utmost."

"Yes, yes," they all chimed in.

Master Zhenyuan: "You ministers must have heard about the assassination attempt on Your Majesty. On that day, I consulted the divination and it was said that Your Majesty would encounter danger, but at the same time, Your Majesty would also encounter a lucky star. Your Majesty would turn danger into safety. This person is naturally compatible with Your Majesty, and similarly, this person's fortune will surely assist Your Majesty for thousands of years. A lucky star must not be too far away from the emperor. Therefore, I suggest that Your Majesty appoint this person as a female official, to attend court every day. In this way, the lucky star can assist the emperor."

No one questioned Master Zhenyuan's mention of the lucky star, but the topic of appointing female officials touched a nerve among the officials.

The Left Chancellor immediately objected: "Absolutely not! There has never been a woman holding an official position in any dynasty. This cannot be allowed!"

"Yes, no, how can a woman become an official!"

"Men are in charge of external affairs, and women are in charge of internal affairs. This has been the tradition for thousands of years, how can it be changed!"

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All the officials disagreed, citing numerous classical texts and concluding that it was not feasible!

Master Zhenyuan posed a soul-searching question: "Are we just going to watch a lucky star appear and then abandon it?"

The officials fell silent.

Suddenly a voice said, "Actually, it doesn't necessarily have to be a female official. Miss Su can be allowed to enter the harem."

Upon hearing this suggestion, both Marquis Weiwu and the Imperial Brother-in-Law were startled, their pupils dilating instantly as they looked up in disbelief. However, before they could even react, someone nearby echoed their sentiment.

Exactly! Why does it have to be in the imperial court? Wouldn't it be closer to the emperor in the harem?

“Miss Su is both beautiful and talented, and she has saved His Majesty’s life. She is a lucky star for His Majesty. I believe that His Majesty can bring her into the harem!” The Left Prime Minister spoke first.

Following suit, many other officials echoed this sentiment, expressing a preference for Su Yaoyao to enter the harem over female officials.