"Just a fat face?"
"Yes, she looks very pretty. The princess always has a bright smile on her face. She likes the children of the Su family very much. The children also like the princess very much. They call her "mother" one after another. During those two days in Anyang County, the mansion was full of laughter and joy."
Emperor Qianyuan frowned slightly.
"I understand. Go down and I'll let you rest for three days."
Yang Shenglin was as if granted amnesty: "Thank you, Your Majesty. I will take my leave."
Half a cup of tea later, the Xiao father and son followed the chief eunuch Li Haiying into the imperial study.
What came before him was an imperial edict reinstating him to his original position and promoting him to a higher rank.
Brothers Xiao Su and Xiao Jing never expected that they would be conferred the title of marquis upon their return to Beijing this time. They were shocked beyond words.
Isn’t the emperor worried that the Xiao family will become more powerful than him?
Not only that, in order to inherit the title, Emperor Qianyuan also wants to grant Xiao Su a marriage!
Emperor Qianyuan's actions really scared the Xiao family's father and son!
"Your Majesty, absolutely not. The border has been stable these years without any war. I, a humble minister, cannot accept this reward without any merit! Please revoke your order. I am too old to remarry!"
Xiao Jing echoed, "Your Majesty, please reconsider the matter of conferring the title of nobility."
As Xiao Jing spoke, he looked carefully at Emperor Qianyuan's face, intending to see the shadow of Su Xingyi on his face.
Emperor Qianyuan suddenly frowned, and Xiao Jing quickly looked away.
"No need to think about it. This time, your Xiao family has been innocently implicated. You are all devoted to the country of Beiyi. I will not let such virtuous and loyal ministers feel disappointed. You are worthy of these honors..."
"Your Majesty!" Xiao Tianci, who had been silent, spoke up at this moment, "Please bestow these honors upon my Yu'er..."
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