Chapter 8 Wedding
Several days had passed since Eunuch Li left, and Xiao Ning's injuries had almost healed.
But the emperor has not issued any decree yet.
Her fiancée had sent people to ask about it several times and even gave her some precious herbs.
Xiao Ning wondered, wasn't she the orphan of a hero? What did the emperor mean by his delay in making any statement?
Could it be that you have forgotten about this?
Xiao Ning was just pondering this when a servant rushed into the courtyard and shouted at her, "My Lord, someone from the palace has come and asked you to go and receive the imperial edict!"
When Xiao Ning arrived, the old lady was already waiting in the front yard with everyone in the mansion.
The one who came to announce the decree was still Eunuch Li.
Looking at Xiao Ning who was arriving late, the old lady couldn't help but glare at him again.
Xiao Ning ignored her and knelt down respectfully to listen to her orders.
"The Emperor, by the grace of Heaven and the Mandate of Heaven, proclaims: Here is the son of the Marquis of Jingyuan, a man of upright character and commendable loyalty. He is hereby granted special permission to enter the capital's main camp and command the rank of Colonel. It is hoped that he will carry on his father's aspirations and protect Dayong. This is my decree."
"Prince, please accept the order."
Xiao Ning raised his hands above his head and received the imperial edict. A trembling voice with tears in his eyes came from below: "Thank you, Your Majesty, for your grace!"
Eunuch Li patted Xiao Ning's shoulder and said in a gentle voice, "Prince Xiao, His Majesty has granted you permission to report to the Jingji camp one month after your wedding."
Xiao Ning: “…”
In fact, she wants to go now.
She had been bored during this period and had no interest in the original owner's favorite entertainment activities.
After sending Eunuch Li away, the old lady looked at her grandson who was already sitting in the front hall. She snorted coldly and banged her cane on the ground. "Vulgar!"
Xiao Ning swung his legs, propped up his chin, and lazily held up the imperial edict with his other hand, saying nonchalantly, "Grandmother taught me well."
"you!"
"You bastard! How dare you talk to your grandmother like that?" Uncle Xiao Xun said angrily.
Xiao Ning leaned forward, his expression surprised. "What do you mean, uncle? Have you never been taught by your grandmother? Or have your cousins never been taught by your grandmother?"
Cousin Xiao Wan said, "We have indeed received instruction from our grandmother, but what about you, my Lord?"
"Have you ever listened to Grandmother's teachings? You've been relying on your second uncle's achievements to do evil all day long. A few days ago, you were acting up, and Grandmother just said she would call the family rules, but you ran out and started talking nonsense, and the censor reported you to the emperor. If Grandfather were still healthy, you would definitely be called in and reprimanded!"
"How dare you shamelessly defame my grandmother?"
"What do you mean I'm defiling Grandmother?" Xiao Ning snorted coldly. "When my mother took me to pay my respects to Grandmother when I was little, you were laughing and chatting happily in the house, while we stood in the porch, exposed to the wind and sun. Is that right or not?"
"Every time Grandmother gets something new, she always sends it to your eldest wife first, then the third wife. Even the illegitimate fourth wife picks before me. Only what's left is mine. Most of the time, after you've divvied it up, I don't even get a single bit. Isn't that right?"
"When we were young and playful, my cousins and I made mistakes together. Every time we were scolded by the old lady, I was the only one who was punished to kneel in the ancestral hall. Is that right?"
Xiao Ning's question left Xiao Wan speechless. She stammered, "My dynasty governs the world with filial piety..."
"Filial piety?" Xiao Ning raised his eyebrows, half smiling, "Grandmother, you still blame me for not being respectful enough?"
"Cousin, do you think I would be filial only if I lay dead in front of the hall?"
How could Xiao Wan dare to respond to this?
Your Majesty has just bestowed an honor upon Xiao Ning, and rumors have been circulating in Shengjing City these days that the Marquis' Mansion is mistreating the Crown Prince harshly.
"Asshole! It's fine if you're disobedient and unfilial, but you're even questioning your uncle and cousin like that! You're just like your mother, that ignorant, country bumpkin!"
"Disobedient and unfilial?" Xiao Ning chuckled. "Old Madam, ask yourself, am I the one who is disobedient and unfilial, or are you being too partial?"
"Also, it's none of your business to comment on my mother!"
“You…”
"Okay, stop talking. It's the same old thing over and over again. My ears are about to get calluses."
Xiao Ning scratched his ears and slowly stood up holding the imperial edict.
After leaving the house, he turned back and said, "Oh, by the way, remember to prepare well for my wedding with the princess. After all, if it's done well, it might even help restore the reputation of the Marquisate. Don't you agree, grandmother?"
The old lady looked at Xiao Ning with a gloomy expression, and it was impossible to tell what she was thinking.
Xiao Xun, on the other hand, slammed the table and stood up, "How dare you say that? If it weren't for you, a bastard, talking nonsense outside, would our mansion be subject to endless gossip from others?"
Xiao Ning shook the imperial edict in his hand, "Uncle, be careful with your words."
"you……"
Xiao Ning held the imperial edict in his hands behind his back and walked past the crowd with a refreshed look on his face.
Since she has already torn her relationship with the Marquis's Mansion, there is no need for her to pretend to be nice to them anymore.
Now that the rumors about the Marquis's harsh treatment of the hero's orphan are getting more and more intense, they dare not do anything to her anymore.
It feels so good.
Xiao Ning walked briskly and couldn't help humming a little tune.
…
The wedding is approaching.
The old lady's disgust towards Xiao Ning has now reached its peak. She feigns illness and leaves all matters concerning the wedding to Shen.
Shen could only accept it with a pinch of her nose.
Ever since the last incident, Xiao Ning hadn't been as friendly with her as before. He stopped greeting her and returned the things she had sent him unopened. He even said in front of her maid, "I dare not accept things from my aunt. I might die at her hands one day."
Ever since the Chunlei incident, Xiao Ning was not as friendly to her as before.
The child who used to pretend to be well-behaved in front of her is now finding fault with everything. She worked hard to arrange the wedding for him, but he didn't seem to appreciate her kindness.
Amidst the busyness, Xiao Ning welcomed her first wedding in two lives.
You know what, this feels quite novel.
On the wedding day, Xiao Ning wore a wedding dress, a red crown on his head, and rode a tall horse to the princess's mansion. The wedding procession was very lively with music and dance.
After the complicated wedding procedures were completed, the princess was sent to the bridal chamber, while Xiao Ning stayed in the courtyard to entertain the guests.
After three rounds of drinks, Xiao Ning, with unsteady steps, was supported by a servant and sent into the bridal chamber.
Princess Duanhui was sitting on the edge of the bed in a bright red wedding dress, with a round fan covering her face.
"Oh, the prince is back. Why are you so drunk? The following ceremony..."
Xiao Ning let go of the servant who was holding her up, "It's okay, I'm not drunk."
Palace rules are always extremely complicated. Xiao Ning and Princess Duanhui followed Nanny Xi's instructions and completed the entire process. Only then did they say a few auspicious words, receive their reward, and leave.
Xiao Ning let out a breath and sat down beside the bed.
Shang Xi glanced at her sideways and smiled sweetly, "Your Highness must be tired today."
Xiao Ning waved his hand, "It's alright, Princess. Where shall I sleep tonight?"
Shang Xi stood up, her red robe trailing on the ground. "After all, today is your wedding night, so you can sleep here. Don't worry, I will make sure you have a wonderful night."
Shang Xi said this with a mysterious smile.
Xiao Ning: “…”
I feel my heart pounding.
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