Yao Shiyu and Gu Boyuan were enjoying their meal at Changshouju, a scene of perfect harmony. Meanwhile, Jiang Luoluo was holding Xiao Yunwei's hand as they entered through the main gate of the General's Mansion.
It turned out that Jiang Luoluo had already invited Xiao Yunwei to her residence today.
Just then, Jiang Gan sent back some local specialties from Jiaozhou through someone, one of which was specifically for Xiao Yunwei.
In addition, Jiang Gan also specifically instructed Jiang Luoluo in the letter to select a few books about business from the study and personally deliver them to Xiao Yunwei.
Jiang Luoluo knew in her heart that this was the first time her older brother had ever cared so much for a girl, giving her gifts and lending her books; his affection for her was self-evident.
A slight smile played on her lips as she made up her mind to take this opportunity to make this Sister Yunwei understand her elder brother's good intentions.
Thinking of this, Jiang Luoluo couldn't help but steal a glance at Xiao Yunwei beside her, a mischievous smile appearing on her face.
Butler Hu brought forward a large bundle, which Jiang Luoluo took with a smile. She then turned and handed it to Xiao Yunwei, her eyes full of teasing, "Sister Yunwei, this is something my eldest brother specially brought back for you from Jiaozhou."
Xiao Yunwei was stunned for a moment, clearly somewhat surprised.
She is a businesswoman who travels around a lot, and she usually brings gifts for her family and friends herself.
But this time it was someone else who specially brought her a gift from afar. This was the first time she had ever received such a thoughtful gift. She reached out and took the bundle, her fingers trembling slightly.
After a moment, Xiao Yun smiled slightly and said, "Luo Luo, please thank your older brother for me. He's so kind!"
Jiang Luoluo's eyes curved into crescents, her smile radiant. "Sister Yunwei, you're too kind. My brother specifically asked me to bring you a few books."
She paused, as if considering something, then tentatively asked, "Why don't you come with me to his study and we can choose something?"
Xiao Yun was taken aback, a look of disbelief in her eyes. "Can I go? Even in Father's study, I can't just go in."
Jiang Luoluo chuckled and patted her chest. "Of course you can, you're not an outsider." A mischievous glint flashed in her eyes. "Big brother said that Yunwei can pick any book in the study she needs!"
Xiao Yunwei's eyes lit up slightly, and a warm feeling welled up in her heart.
The book that Jiang Gan gave her last time contained detailed records of his insights and experiences in business over the years.
She studied it repeatedly, and every piece of advice in the book was of great help to her.
Moreover, Jiang Gan also signed a fabric supply cooperation agreement with her, a big deal that earned her a lot of money this year.
Moreover, many of her peers, upon hearing of her collaboration with Jiang Gan, held her in even higher regard and treated her with even greater respect than before.
Xiao Yun smiled and followed Jiang Luoluo to Jiang Gan's study, where they picked out several books about merchants.
The book was rich in content, and Xiao Yunwei became more and more satisfied as she flipped through it, her admiration for Jiang Gan growing even stronger.
Suddenly, Dingdang rushed in, panting, and said, "Miss, Steward Xiao has arrived with an imperial edict!"
"An imperial decree of marriage?" Xiao Yun raised an eyebrow and teased with a smile, "It seems His Highness Prince Yi is in a hurry. Of course, a beautiful and gentle girl like our Luo Luo is naturally very sought after."
Upon hearing this, Jiang Luoluo's cheeks flushed slightly. She raised her hand to cover her embarrassment, unaware that the shyness had already overflowed from her eyes, and even her ears were tinged with a faint blush.
The group walked towards the courtyard, where they found Xiao Lingchuan already waiting. He was composed, but his expression revealed a hint of solemnity.
Su Cuirong walked out slowly with Yao Shiyu's help, her eyes filled with unease.
The incident involving Jiang Yuelan still haunts her.
Her steps were slightly slow, as if the majestic imperial edict in the courtyard might bring some unpredictable turmoil.
As Su Cuirong and Yao Shiyu approached, Xiao Lingchuan smiled and said with a hint of amusement, "Madam Su, Physician Yao, have you finished copying the Buddhist scriptures and the 'Precepts for Women' and 'Rules for Women'? His Majesty instructed me to bring them back to the palace this time."
Su Cuirong's face stiffened slightly, and alarm bells immediately went off in her mind.
Before the new imperial edict was even read, the previous incident was brought up first, clearly indicating ill intent. It seems that today's edict is unlikely to bring good news.
"Please wait a moment, Steward Xiao." Yao Shiyu gave a slight curtsy and spoke gently, "My grandmother and I have already finished copying it according to the rules, and we will have someone bring it to you now."
The maidservant ran off quickly and returned shortly afterward, panting, carrying two tall stacks of books in her arms.
The books were neatly stacked and tied securely with thick rope.
Xiao Lingchuan gently raised his hand, and the two eunuchs beside him immediately stepped forward and took the book.
Seeing that everything was in order, he calmly unfolded the imperial edict, cleared his throat, and spoke in a clear and authoritative tone:
By the mandate of Heaven, the Emperor decrees:
Jiang Luoluo, the legitimate daughter of General Weiyuan's mansion, is of upright character, virtuous and talented, kind and gentle, and is deeply appreciated by the royal family.
This marriage is hereby bestowed upon Prince Yi to honor this excellent match. (By imperial decree)
As soon as she finished speaking, the courtyard fell silent, and everyone's eyes were focused on Jiang Luoluo.
Su Cuirong stared at her, her eyes filled with disbelief.
A woman who was once universally disliked and considered arrogant and domineering, and who had been jilted at marriage, has become Princess Yi.
Prince Yi's taste is rather unusual, isn't it?
"Thank you for your great favor, Your Majesty!" Jiang Luoluo knelt and accepted the imperial edict, her expression calm and composed, as if she had been prepared all along.
Xiao Lingchuan smiled and said with genuine concern, "Congratulations, Miss Jiang, and congratulations to Princess Yi!"
Everyone stood up, and Xiao Yunwei eagerly stepped forward, her eyes full of curiosity: "Luo Luo, let me see what the imperial edict looks like?"
Jiang Luoluo chuckled and handed the imperial edict to her, her tone filled with a hint of doting: "Sister Yunwei, feel free to read it if you want."
In the courtyard, the maid Dingdang and Steward Hu stood to one side, beaming with joy. The other servants and maids also had happy faces, seemingly even happier than Jiang Luoluo herself.
However, Gu Boyuan, who was standing in the corner, lowered his eyes silently, and a look of disappointment flashed across his face.
His gaze involuntarily followed that figure, but he could no longer reclaim the opportunity that belonged to him.
Xiao Lingchuan took in all of this, walked slowly to Gu Boyuan's side, and said with a half-smile, "Tsk tsk, General Gu, it's fortunate that you were blind back then and didn't take a liking to Miss Jiang."
Otherwise, she would have no chance of obtaining the prestigious title of Princess Consort Yi today.
Gu Boyuan pursed his lips, his fists clenched slightly, but he remained silent, a wave of bitterness washing over him.
Amidst his chaotic thoughts, Gu Boyuan found himself walking in Jiang Luoluo's direction without even realizing it.
As they approached, Jiang Luoluo was chatting and laughing softly with Xiao Yunwei, her eyes filled with a bright smile, as if she were surrounded by a dazzling radiance.
That confidence and composure were completely different from the Jiang Luoluo who was misunderstood and ridiculed in the past.
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