As Song Yue, who was leading the way, continued walking inside, a familiar voice suddenly came from behind her.
"Third Sister!"
Song Yue turned around at the sound and caught a glimpse of Zhao Zhiyan, who was wearing a black robe. A gentle and refined smile was on his face, but he looked rather strange.
The three people, each with a distinct personality, came together.
"Eighth Imperial Uncle." The two bowed to Zhao Zhiyan.
Zhao Zhiyan raised his hand from a distance: "Nephews, there's no need for such formalities."
Despite being the same age, Zhao Zhiyan had the advantage of status and was always respectfully addressed as Eighth Imperial Uncle wherever he went.
Song Yue bowed.
He led the three of them to Jinglan Academy.
Upon learning of the three's arrival, Song Zhen personally went out to greet them, saying to Song Yue, "Sister, you should go back first."
"good."
She stayed there for a whole day. When Song Yue heard that even the food was brought to the study and no one was allowed to approach, she rubbed her temples, shook her head, and decided to ignore it. She then followed Song Huan and learned etiquette from Granny Yang.
evening
Xiu Shu said, "The princess sent word that the third young lady should eat and sleep with the fourth young lady today."
"Why?" Song Yue asked in surprise.
"The prince's close friends are all in Yuehua Pavilion, and the princess is hosting a banquet to entertain them."
Hearing this, she understood. Song Huan put her arm around hers and said, "Third sister, I'll ask Mother to make you something delicious: sweet and sour carp, cherry-flavored crispy pork, and Dongpo braised pork knuckle..."
When Tao saw Song Yue, she smiled and said, "Wait here in the house. I'll go cook something to eat first."
Half an hour later, a table of delicacies was placed on the table, whetting everyone's appetite.
Tao kept putting food on Song Yue's plate. When Song Huan tasted something delicious, she put some on Song Yue's plate as well, saying, "Third sister, you should try it."
After the meal, it was already dark.
Her eyelids twitched. After washing up, seeing that Tao Shi still showed no sign of leaving, she asked, "Second Aunt, what exactly is the purpose of those people coming to the mansion?"
Moreover, my mother never sends me away, so why won't she even let me show my face this time?
Tao smiled and said, "That's a matter between adults, so don't worry about it."
With a belly full of thoughts, she lay on the couch, tossing and turning until she finally drifted off to sleep in the middle of the night.
When I opened my eyes the next day, it was already broad daylight.
After quickly dressing and grooming herself, Song Yue returned to Yuehua Pavilion. Xiu Shu greeted her with a smile, "Third Miss."
"When did they leave yesterday?"
Xiu Shu said, "Around midnight."
Song Yue was surprised. What could they have been talking about that made them stay up so late?
Hesitating whether to go in and take a look, Princess Jiahua came out. Her face was slightly swollen and there were dark circles under her eyes. She called out earnestly, "Ayue."
Song Yue's eyelids twitched.
"The Southern Frontier and the Eastern Seas have sent envoys to propose marriage; they will arrive in the capital in a month." Princess Jiahua descended the steps, taking Song Yue's hand: "How about your mother chooses a marriage for you?"
Zhao Zhiyan had told her about this.
I've been busy with my brother's affairs lately, so I haven't had time to think about it for now.
"Ah Yue, Northern Chu is beset by internal and external troubles. Even the Emperor's own throne is teetering on the brink of collapse. So many people are eyeing this position. If he were to launch a military campaign, he would undoubtedly be defeated." Princess Jia Hua only regretted that time was too short and that she had not had the chance to help the Emperor of Northern Chu consolidate his throne.
The Southern Frontier and the Eastern Seas deliberately provoked, resorting to their old tricks to force the Northern Chu to compromise.
Song Yue sensed her mother's anxiety. Her fingertips were icy cold, and she knew that her mother would never push her out unless absolutely necessary.
If they're stirring up trouble, then these two countries are most likely targeting us.
"Which family does Mother favor?" Song Yue asked.
Princess Jiahua sighed deeply, feeling suffocated, and asked, "Do you know who that young man who came with Prince Jing's son yesterday was?"
Song Yue thought for a moment: "It's the Prince of Guangjia."
The man called out "Eighth Imperial Uncle" yesterday. At his age, and dressed in fine clothes, very few people would call someone "Eighth Imperial Uncle."
"My son is so clever!" Princess Jiahua exclaimed with delight.
Song Yue continued, "Prince Guangjia was the former crown prince. It is said that Emperor Beiqi left an army for Prince Guangjia before his death. Emperor Beiqi's followers are always waiting to support Prince Guangjia to ascend the throne. If Prince Guangjia stays in the capital, he will be a hostage. Once Prince Guangjia leaves the capital, Northern Chu will definitely be in chaos."
Princess Jiahua was quite surprised to hear Song Yue's logical and well-reasoned analysis.
"Mother, the most suitable person among these people is Prince Guangjia, isn't he?" Song Yue looked up, thinking about what would happen if she married Prince Guangjia.
This was to win over and appease the old officials of the Northern Qi Emperor on behalf of the Northern Chu Emperor.
First stabilize internal problems, then punish external disturbances.
Moreover, before Emperor Beiqi passed away, Emperor Beichu personally promised Prince Guangjia a condition. Today, Prince Guangjia has brought it up himself. Emperor Beichu cannot break his promise, otherwise he will lose the hearts of the people.
"There is another person who wants to marry you."
Song Yue raised her eyebrows.
"Zhao Zhiyan".
...
After a brief moment of shock, Song Yue was somewhat bewildered: "Why, why?"
Zhao Zhiyan shouldn't have gotten involved in this matter. No matter who comes to power in the future, he will always be a high-ranking prince with no worries about food or clothing.
"Back then, Emperor Beiqi entrusted his son to Zhao Zhiyan."
Princess Jiahua was reluctant to part with her daughter and did not want Song Yue to be involved in the trouble. However, she was forced into this situation and was even more unwilling to have her daughter pushed into the limelight and suffer too much trouble a month later.
She touched Song Yue's temple: "If Zhao Zhiyan speaks up, Prince Guangjia will not compete with him. If it is someone else, they will definitely not be able to compete with Prince Guangjia. If Prince Shen's son threatens you with the grace of saving his life, he can also marry you."
In other words, she has to choose one of the three.
Princess Jiahua then said, "Ayue, the Emperor has privately informed you that whoever you choose, the Emperor will make that person the heir apparent."
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