Hearing this, Hua Qingcheng instantly exploded, "You crazy Zuo Qinglong! I really regret introducing my cousin to you. Now you not only have twin sons, but you've also got a baby daughter. Look at you, you're such a coward! What a waste of time! I should have let Amy, Lucy, and Lili squeeze you dry!"

Seeing Hua Qingcheng chattering, Zuo Qinglong smiled awkwardly and coaxed the child in his arms.

Lin Ranran, the daughter of Lin Wanru's brother, pinched Zuo Qinglong's waist and said with a smile, "Sister, A'long is just good at talking nonsense, don't bother with him."

Hua Qingcheng certainly knew the character of Zuo Qinglong, but for Xuantian's sake, she would still keep her promise and take care of Zuo Qinglong.

Two months later, on the first day of August, Hua Qingcheng (the heroine) finally ended her nearly one-year-long idle life in Xuanyi Valley, and set out on the journey back to the capital with her husband, six servants and eight three-month-old children.

However, Long Yitian, Yang Aoxue, Nalan Yunzhi, Feng Lingyan, Duan Yunfei, and Gongyang Jiezhen, who had grown attached to the children, also went to the capital with them. The same went for Xuantian, Xuanyue, Xuanqing, Xuanming, and the others.

Considering the advanced age of their masters, Hua Qingcheng and her group drove their carriages very slowly. They traveled along the way, stopping and starting frequently, until they arrived in the capital on the third day of the following month (September).

Upon hearing the news, Nalan Zetian and Su Muhongming, along with their brothers and sisters, led all the officials to line the streets to welcome them at the Sanshili Pavilion outside the southern suburbs of the city.

However, what Nalan Zetian and Su Muhongming did not expect was that after a year, they finally welcomed back their mother, father, queen, several uncles and eight younger brothers and sisters. But at the same time, they also received the imperial edict that Hua Qingcheng abdicated the throne to Nalan Zetian and established Su Muhongming as King of Zhaoyang.

On September 15th, Nalan Zetian ascended the throne.

"Long live the Emperor! Long live the Emperor! Long live the Emperor! Thousands of years to Prince Zhaoyang! Thousands of years to Prince Zhaoyang!"

Sitting upright on the golden throne, Nalan Zetian, clad in a phoenix robe and crown, had a calm and dignified expression, her eyes revealing determination and wisdom. She took a deep breath, calming her inner excitement and nervousness. Then, she raised her hand slightly, offering a gentle support to the civil and military officials below, and said slowly, "My dear ministers, please stand!"

The civil and military officials below all stood up and shouted in unison: "Thank you, Your Majesty!"

The atmosphere in the court was solemn and everyone was looking forward to the new emperor.

Nalan Zetian looked around, her eyes sweeping over the faces of everyone in the center of the Golden Throne Hall below. She knew very well that she was shouldering the expectations of her mother, the empress, and the responsibility of the country, and had to lead the Laifeng Empire to prosperity.

At this morning's court session, Situ Luoyun and Feng Cailan offered to resign, citing their age and a desire to return home to enjoy the company of their grandchildren. This surprised Nalan Zetian somewhat, but she also understood the feelings of the two veteran officials.

Nalan Zetian looked at them, gratitude in his eyes, and nodded slowly, saying, "I grant your request. You two have devoted your lives to our country, and it is truly a blessing for our Laifeng Nation. Now that you are old, you deserve to enjoy the happiness of family."

Afterwards, Nalan Zetian announced the promotion of Situ Wanqing and Feng Qiyan to the positions of prime minister and general, and the two became the new heads of civil and military officials of Laifeng Kingdom.

Situ Wanqing and Feng Qiyan knelt to receive the order, their hearts filled with joy and responsibility. They would do their utmost to assist Nalan Zetian and jointly create a new era for the Laifeng Kingdom.

Situ Wanqing took the opportunity to use her past achievements to win the title of "First-Rank Imperial Husband" for her husband Ye Liangchen, fulfilling the promise she made to this man when she got married.

In addition, Situ Ye's daughter Nalan Tiexin, as a prince, was promoted to the commander of the inner court guards.

Zuo An's daughter Bu Jingfeng has taken over Bu Youran's Luosha Sect and become its new leader, while her brother Zuo Hai has become the master of the former Lingxiao Palace, now the Tingfeng Tower, and a top figure in the martial arts world.

That night, Hua Qingcheng brought her husband, six servants and a group of children to the Hua Mansion in the city, and the family happily had a reunion dinner.

After dinner, Nalan Zhenxing looked at Nalan Yunzhi, Duan Yunfei, and Gongyang Jiezhen, who were all surrounding Feng Lingyan. He nudged his sister's shoulder with his elbow and asked, "Sister, in your opinion, who of them can win grandfather's favor, and when?"

Nalan Zhenhao smiled slightly, glanced at the three people, and said softly: "I think they don't stand a chance!"

Nalan Zhenxing couldn't help but laugh when he heard this. He shook his head slightly and sighed, "It seems that Grandmother will really be alone this time..."

Nalan Zhenkan glanced at his brother, stroking his chin slightly, as if thinking for a moment. Then he spoke again seriously, "Nothing is absolute. Who knows, one day the Emperor's grandfather might suddenly have a brainwave and agree to something? It could be the Empress Dowager, or someone with the surname Duan or Gongyang. Of course, it could be today, tomorrow, the day after tomorrow, or... forever!"

Nalan Zhenxing glanced at his nonchalant sister and the corners of his mouth twitched slightly.

Time passed quickly, and in the blink of an eye it was the sixth day of the tenth month of that year. On this day, eighteen-year-old Nalan Zetian held a grand wedding, and the entire Laifeng Kingdom was filled with joy and happiness.

Just twelve days later, on October 18th of that year, Prince Zhaoyang Su Muhongming, who was also 18 years old, also welcomed his wedding day.

During this time, Hua Qingcheng's children, who had reached marriageable age, also found their own happiness. Some were engaged, while others had already found their ideal partners.

With these joyous events unfolding one after another, Hua Qingcheng could finally put down the burden on her shoulders. At the end of November, she said goodbye to her family one by one and once again set out on a journey with her husband, six servants, and eight and a half-year-old children. This time, they would continue to travel far and wide, enjoying a free and unfettered life.

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