Chapter 348 Wedding

Prince Li quickly responded, "Your Majesty, the princess also cares deeply about the people and is wholeheartedly committed to their well-being. Her sincere heart is evident to all."

"The princess has worked tirelessly and traveled extensively to improve the lives of the people. Her sincerity is truly admirable."

"However, Your Majesty, your safety is of vital importance to the Great Zhou Dynasty. It concerns the rise and fall of the entire dynasty, so there is no room for error."

After saying this, he did not forget to seek an ally, "Master Feng, what do you think?"

Feng Yan knew that Chu Ci would find him sooner or later if he did this, so he said calmly: "Even if the Feng family's ancestor were still alive, he couldn't predict everything."

"After all, the world is inherently unpredictable and unpredictable. The future is full of variables that no one can fully control."

"However, there is one thing I can be sure of."

"Princess Yixin is a man of great righteousness and kindness, and will be of great benefit to our Great Zhou. This is not only seen by me, but also by the other lords."

At this point, Feng Yan paused deliberately and said, "Mr. Fan's suggestion just now to get married is also a good choice."

Hearing this, the emperor's expression gradually softened. "In that case, let's do as Mr. Fan said, and the Crown Prince and Feng Yan will assist."

When the emperor said this, Prince Li was delighted, knowing that his persuasion had worked.

But the look in his eyes when he looked at Chu Ci was filled with deep worry. He thought to himself: Being praised so highly, I don't know if this will be a blessing or a curse in the long run!

However, no one knew Prince Li's worries.

The Emperor dropped another bombshell, shocking everyone. "I hereby grant Princess Yixin full authority to oversee the distribution of grain. If any official dares to commit treason or abuse their power in this matter, Princess Yixin will execute them without further notice!"

As soon as the emperor issued this order, several court officials immediately stood up with panicked expressions and prepared to persuade him.

However, the emperor pressed down with a mighty hand, his face stern, and said, "I grant you the power of life and death to ensure the smooth implementation of this matter, so that the people can benefit as soon as possible, the grain can be promoted smoothly, and our Great Zhou's granaries will be plentiful and the country and people will be safe! My decision is made, and there is no need for you to further discuss it!"

"Everyone, do you understand my painstaking efforts?"

Now that the emperor has said this, what else can the ministers do?

Everyone could only kneel down in fear and trepidation and shout, "Your Majesty is wise and wise."

Chu Ci had achieved her goal, so she naturally didn't mind giving the emperor a few kind words. She bowed slightly and said, "Your Majesty is wise and decisive. This decision will surely benefit the people of the Great Zhou and bring prosperity to our dynasty."

However, the emperor no longer cared. He waved his hand and said loudly: "I am tired. Uncle and everyone else please leave!"

Those who were invited into the palace at this critical moment were all old hands who had been working in officialdom for many years.

They naturally knew what to do at this moment, so they all shouted: "Your Highness, we are leaving!"

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Seven days later, on the sixth day of September, Feng Yan specially selected an auspicious day for Chu Ci.

As soon as the sky was getting light, Chu Ci's mother-in-law, several aunts and a group of maids came and knocked on Chu Ci's door.

"Aci, wake up quickly. Today is your big day. Don't sleep in and miss the auspicious time." The mother-in-law's voice was full of joy and anxiety.

Several aunts also echoed: "Yes, Ah Ci, we have to get up and get ready."

Chu Ci, who was in the room, heard the noise and stood up resignedly.

But as soon as he lifted the quilt, he shuddered from the cold.

Coincidentally, at this moment, the mother-in-law and three aunts walked into the house, chatting and laughing. Seeing Chu Ci's appearance, they subconsciously said, "This winter may be colder than previous years..."

He was halfway through his words when he realized that something was wrong and immediately changed his words: "Fortunately, today is your big day. It can add some joy and warmth to this cold winter."

"Ah Ci, although it's cold this winter, our home is full of excitement and joy because of your wedding, which will surely drive away the cold." The mother-in-law's face was full of concern. As she spoke, she ordered the maid to bring clothes over, "Be quick, don't let the bride get cold."

Chu Ci was fully awake by this time and no longer acted pretentiously.

She quickly stood up and put on her clothes neatly. Then, she sat quietly in front of the dressing table, letting the maids fiddle with her clothes.

On the contrary, Chu Ci's mother-in-law was constantly busy, and urged: "Be careful and dress the princess beautifully. This is a big happy event for our family, and we must not be negligent in the slightest."

As she spoke, the mother-in-law personally stepped forward to examine the jewelry and clothing prepared by the maids. "This pearl flower isn't delicate enough. Change it to the pair of jade ones. And that shawl, straighten it out. There can't be a single wrinkle."

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In this way, amidst everyone's busyness, Chu Ci's makeup gradually took shape.

Chu Ci looked at himself in the mirror. His face was as beautiful as a flower, his skin was whiter than snow, his eyebrows were as black as distant ink, and his lips were like cherries.

However, there was a subtle hint of confusion in his eyes.

She sighed quietly in her heart: "She really has to stay in this world for the rest of her life! But what will the future be like?"

At this moment, "bang, bang, bang," the knocks on the door sounded again. The rhythm was slow and gentle, as if afraid of disturbing the tranquility of the house.

Even such a slight sound brought Chu Ci out of her thoughts. She slowly turned her gaze to the door and looked at the people who came with some curiosity. It turned out to be the biological mother of this body, Li Yanran, and her sister-in-law Zhang Ying.

The two stood timidly outside the door, their expressions somewhat cautious, their voices soft and inquiring: "Can we come in?"

They originally thought that Fan Jingrui brought their family back to the capital from Yazhou, which meant that Chu Ci had forgiven them.

I had planned to use the wedding as an opportunity to repair my relationship with Chu Ci.

Unexpectedly, the person was picked up, but they could only be spectators.

In the bustling wedding preparations, they seemed to be isolated, unable to join in or speak.

This made the Chu family feel as if their hearts were immersed in ice water. The flame of hope that had just been ignited was instantly extinguished, and their hearts full of joy turned into loss and helplessness.

They are unwilling to give in!

So Li Yanran chose this time to come here. She thought to herself that she must fight for a chance for her family no matter what, even if the hope was slim.

But when the time came, Li Yanran looked at Chu Ci's eyes which were devoid of any emotion, and the courage she had just mustered up instantly disappeared, and she became cowardly again.

Her lips moved, as if she wanted to say something, but no words came out.

Zhang Ying was furious and secretly sighed that her mother-in-law failed to deliver at the critical moment.

He simply stepped forward, pulled out a plain box from his bosom, and opened it. He took a deep breath and said, "Although this golden hairpin is not priceless, it is also carefully prepared by us. I hope the princess will not despise it."