But considering the status of scholars during the Mongol Yuan dynasty and the current emperor's power, even if one is unwilling, one can only accept it.

Swaying unsteadily, Zhu Xiong Ying returned to his palace and looked around. "Where's Yin'er?"

"She's asleep. I reckon she won't wake up for another half an hour," Xu Miaoqing said to Zhu Xiong Ying with a smile. "Grandpa Emperor sent someone over with the phoenix hairpin and ruyi that were bestowed upon her."

Zhu Xiong Ying nodded, then said to Xu Miao Qing, "In a few days, I will be assessing your merits. I will also be inviting some nobles and their families. Please take a look. If there is unrest at home, you won't be able to concentrate on your work."

Xu Miaoqing understood immediately and asked with a light laugh, "Your Highness, is there a list?"

This naturally refers to key individuals to be observed, and whether they are to be encouraged or given a warning, there are certain things to be mindful of.

“No, just host a banquet for those noblewomen.” Zhu Xiong Ying didn’t joke and said seriously, “We got married two years ago when Father was still alive. These past two years have been different, and Yin’er has grown up a bit. This time we’ve only invited some close nobles and civil and military officials, but next time it should be a grand banquet.”

Xu Miaoqing was slightly taken aback, then immediately replied, "Your Majesty, I obey the decree!"

As a descendant of a military family, even as a woman, she displayed decisiveness at this moment. Hesitation wouldn't suffice, because these were responsibilities Xu Miaoqing should bear, and she naturally needed to do her best to fulfill them.

Ultimately, of the four generations of the Zhu family, only Xu Miaoqing was a legally wedded wife.

Of course, it's a four-generation family. Even though Da Zhu has passed away, his existence cannot be denied. He was Old Zhu's eldest son and Little Zhu's grandfather.

There is still a lot to do, but Zhu Xiong Ying also feels that there is no need to rush. She can take a short rest and definitely cannot get too tired!