"It won't be long. Your Majesty, look at all those纨绔子弟 (playboys) in the capital. They have three wives and four concubines and still go out to seek pleasure. Princess Yonghe is of noble status and outstanding talent. Your Majesty will definitely not marry the princess to such a mediocre person."
Lin Xiangzhi lowered his head and looked worried, appearing as if he were trying to relieve the emperor's worries.
After the Empress Dowager personally arranged the marriage, Lin Xiangzhi no longer mentioned the promise the Emperor owed him.
Seeing that the emperor's expression had softened somewhat, Prime Minister Lin then brought up the absurd things the sons of the two ministers had done.
As Xiao Jingzhao listened, his gaze involuntarily drifted to his friend in front of him.
He was handsome and quite tall; if he were to marry Yonghe, they would be a perfect match.
It's just that his silver tongue is too good at deceiving people.
Xiao Jingzhao glared at him irritably, "Do you know that becoming a prince consort means the end of your future?"
"I know. Your humble servant has long admired the princess and is willing to give up my official position and title to live a carefree life with her."
"Didn't you say it wouldn't be long?"
Lin Xiangzhi smiled apologetically and didn't argue, though he wished he could slap himself hard.
The ancients said that too much talk leads to mistakes, and this is indeed true.
"You've been dreaming of a carefree life? Dream on! Effective immediately, you are reinstated as acting head of the household, with the same salary..."
"Thank you for your great kindness, Your Majesty. I will not accept any salary. In the future, when I move into the Princess's residence, Yonghe will not let me go hungry or cold."
Before Xiao Jingzhao could finish speaking, Lin Xiangzhi knelt down to express his gratitude with great awareness.
"Half your salary will at least prevent others from laughing at you for being a kept man."
And so, Lin Xiangzhi once again became the subject of ridicule among the ministers.
Some say he is cunning and has been by the emperor's side for many years, all for the sake of the princess.
Some people said he was foolish, giving up a promising future to enter the princess's bedchamber.
Lin Xiangzhi didn't care at all. He was as happy as a fool every day, trying every means to find new and interesting things to send to Yonghe Palace, just to make the beauty smile.
The second heavy snowfall of winter arrived as expected.
The craftsmen finally developed transparent glass.
Xiao Jingzhao first ordered that the windows of Jiaofang Palace be replaced with transparent glass. He estimated that the glass production speed would be such that within ten years, every household would be able to use glass for their windows.
Jiang Shuyue stood by the window, looking at the heavy snow falling outside through the glass, as if she were in the 21st century.
"Moon, stop looking, it's time for your afternoon nap." Xiao Jingzhao pulled her into his arms from behind.
Jiang Shuyue slowly turned around, looking at her husband with tender eyes, "Aren't you going to the Imperial Study to attend to official business today?"
"No, I'll take naps with you from now on."
"Yes, you're busy with state affairs, you need to rest too."
Recently, the Emperor of Liang passed away, and Mo Zixuan ascended the throne. Wanling Gang has just sent an envoy to Liang.
The Sang Kingdom sent people to kidnap him, and he then plotted to have several small countries around the Sang Kingdom gradually encroach upon it.
Jiang Shuyue also felt sorry for him because he hadn't rested well.
The two walked hand in hand towards the bedroom.
Walking to the bedside, Xiao Jingzhao skillfully untied her belt.
"I'll just sleep for a little while, no need to take off my clothes." Jiang Shuyue was already dressed in very comfortable everyday clothes.
"My master said that skin also needs to breathe to be healthy."
Once both of them were completely naked, the man held her close and whispered in her ear, "Let's go to the space, let's take a bath."
The two were already used to taking a bath in the space. Jiang Shuyue obediently hummed in agreement, and the two instantly entered the space.
A moment later, Jiang Shuyue belatedly realized that she had been tricked.
“Xiao Jingzhao! You, you broke your promise…” Jiang Shuyue’s words were practically spat out through clenched teeth.
Xiao Jingzhao chuckled softly, saying without stopping, "I've said it before, I will only love Yue'er in this life. Please bear with me, Yue'er, it will be over soon."
Xiao Jingzhao used a combination of coaxing and deception to make the person in his arms as gentle as water.
After an unknown amount of time, Xiao Jingzhao lowered his head and kissed her earlobe. "Let's try page seven again today."
Jiang Shuyue was drenched in sweat and too exhausted to say a word. She half-opened her eyes and glared fiercely at the man who looked like a gluttonous cat.
Her stunning beauty and glaring expression were captivating in Xiao Jingzhao's eyes.
Xiao Jingzhao lowered his head and kissed her forehead. "Yue'er is willing."
The image from page seven flashed through Jiang Shuyue's mind, making her so ashamed she wanted to disappear on the spot.
Just as I was about to say no, a passionate kiss landed on my lips.
After another short while, Jiang Shuyue, her face flushed, glared at Xiao Jingzhao, who was still smiling obsequiously, in the hot spring pool. "Don't do this when you get pregnant in the future, or you'll lose the baby."
Xiao Jingzhao stroked her flat stomach, a look of satisfaction on his face. "I understand. I will be gentler in the future."
From then on, Xiao Jingzhao would return to Jiaofang Palace for a short rest every day.
Jiang Shuyue complained that he was too clingy, but her actions spoke louder than words. The two were inseparable, deeply in love, and practiced the entire Fire Avoidance Manual.
With Shuisheng by her side, Sui Sui has so much to learn, and she won't bother the two of them with her love at all.
Qiuju became pregnant, and Gao Mu bought a mansion outside the palace. Jiang Shuyue asked her to leave the palace to rest and prepare for childbirth.
Mei'er and Cangyun got married, and Jiang Shuyue arranged for her to go to the East Palace. Firstly, to allow the couple to live together, and secondly, because Mei'er was a good manager, and with her in the East Palace, Jiang Shuyue could have a lot less to worry about.
Before they knew it, it was time to prepare for the New Year. Upon learning that Princess Kang had successfully given birth to a little princess, Jiang Shuyue prepared a generous gift on behalf of the Emperor.
The envoy who had returned from Liang also returned to the capital, and Xiao Jingzhao kept his word and indeed sent Su Huai Ren to Liang with him.
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