"Then what good ideas do you have?" Xu Lingyi simply stood up and leaned on his elbows to look at her.

"Be careful not to catch a cold." Eleventh Lady saw that most of his body was exposed.

"It's okay!" Xu Lingyi said nonchalantly, "It's warm in the room." He added, "Tell me, what good ideas do you have?"

He asked so seriously that Eleventh Lady was at a loss for an answer.

As a woman raised in seclusion, she had no idea of ​​the emperor's character, nor did she know the imperial decrees of the past few years, so how could she know his intentions? But if she didn't answer, she was afraid that Xu Lingyi would be disappointed in her, and the trust she had finally gained would be wasted.

She could only speak vaguely: "I don't have any good ideas... I just feel that we can't be so direct. I'd rather we keep a low profile and let the Qu family reveal their true colors and be suspected by the emperor, than let the censor impeach the Qu family at this time. In the end, whether it's right or wrong, it all depends on the emperor's decision. Didn't you also say that our family and the Qu family are in the south and the north?"

Xu Lingyi listened for a long time without saying anything.

It was dark in the tent, and I could only see an outline but not the expression, which gave me a solemn feeling.

Eleventh Lady didn't like this depressing atmosphere, so she stood up and helped Xu Lingyi pull the quilt. "My Lord, go to sleep quickly. You have to get up early tomorrow morning! There's no rush for this kind of thing. It won't be too late to make a decision after going to Sishan Gate tomorrow to see everyone's reaction."

Xu Lingyi lay down obediently and let Shiyi Niang tuck in the quilt for him.

"December 20th is the Emperor's birthday," he suddenly said, "I will have someone write to the Emperor and suggest that he grant amnesty to the entire nation. This includes the pirates who have been hunted down in Fujian, Guangdong and Zhejiang for many years without success."

Eleventh Lady was shocked: "My Lord..."

Since the Ou family had been dealing with Japanese pirates in Fujian and Guangdong for many years, they had killed countless pirates and forged countless blood feuds. The imperial court pardoned the pirates who had been wanted for many years, so that the Ou family could no longer use the power of the government to protect themselves. It was like taking off a layer of armor and facing possible attacks naked.

In this way, it would be impossible for the Qu family to remain peaceful. If a person is upset, he will most likely make mistakes...

She couldn't help but gasp.

Since I can think of it, how can the emperor not think of it? How can the Qu family not think of it? Will this chill the hearts of the generals and cause an uproar in the south?

"It's too risky to do this." Eleventh Lady couldn't help but say, "The emperor will be suspicious, and so will the ministers. This is more troublesome than asking the censor to impeach - asking the censor to impeach is the method of civil officials. The emperor has never been afraid of civil officials who have no military power, but it's just a waste of saliva; amnesty for the whole country, not distinguishing between soldiers and bandits, is the routine of military officials, and if you are not careful, it will cause a mutiny. The emperor will definitely not agree. My Lord, you must think twice!"

When he heard his wife's exclamation, Xu Lingyi knew that Eleventh Lady fully understood his intention. Now hearing what Eleventh Lady said, he was completely relieved.

In front of Eleventh Lady, he can speak freely.

"This is just a test!" he whispered, "I want to see how the emperor will react!"

You can try it, but you can’t put yourself in danger!

Eleventh Lady complained in her heart and asked Xu Lingyi tactfully, "How is the Marquis going to test you?"

Xu Lingyi said frankly: "First, let the censor propose a general amnesty for the whole country, and then the ministers will discuss the scope of the amnesty and whether the pirates in Fujian, Guangdong and Zhejiang can be included in it, so that they can come ashore and see and experience the prosperity of the peaceful and prosperous times, and disintegrate their will to be enemies of the court. Since someone has proposed it, naturally there will be people who oppose it."

"If the emperor agrees, what do you think?" Eleven said softly. "If the emperor disagrees, what do you think?"

"If the emperor agrees, he will lead the topic to recruiting pirates - letting those pirates who kill and rob people go ashore will cause panic among the people and harm the foundation of the country. This is impossible." Xu Lingyi said, "If the emperor disagrees," he dragged out his voice, "then use your strategy!"

"My plan?" Eleventh Lady was stunned. "What plan?"

In the darkness, Xu Lingyi chuckled: "Didn't you say, 'It's better for us to keep a low profile and let the Qu family reveal their true colors and be suspected by the emperor, than to let the censor impeach the Qu family at this time'? Let's use the method you said!"

Eleventh Lady couldn't help sweating at her temples.

Looking at his strategy of "pacifying the pirates", it is practical and highly feasible. This means that he had discussed it with his staff when he was in Banyuepan, including various possible situations... but now he casually said that it was his own idea. As the saying goes, the first bird to stick its head out gets shot. Besides, she is a woman. Her goal is to die peacefully in **. As for abnormal death, once is enough, she doesn't want to experience it twice.

"My Lord!" She grumbled, a little coquettishly, "I was so worried that I couldn't sleep well, and you still teased me like this."

Xu Lingyi laughed softly and said, "Don't worry. Based on my understanding of the emperor, he will definitely agree. Otherwise, he would not be the emperor." Then he suddenly changed the subject, "Eleventh Lady, do you have a nickname? What is it?"

She has no fine print.

In the past world, her name was Ye Moyan.

Eleventh Lady could not help but remain silent for a long time.

Xu Lingyi turned over and looked at her: "No?"

"Yes!" Eleventh Lady's voice was very low, "Moyan, my name is Moyan."

"Moyan!" Xu Lingyi's voice was mellow. When he called these two words, it sounded like poetry, with a hint of singing, very pleasant to the ear. "Why did you choose such a small name? Who gave it to you?"

It’s the father from the previous life!

It is said: A thousand words are not as good as silence.

Eleventh Lady's eyes suddenly became moist and she was unable to speak.

Xu Lingyi could feel that the people around him suddenly became depressed.

Silent means to speak little.

Is it to warn her to talk less?

Thinking of her background, her quietness and composure, her taciturnity... and those sparkling eyes that were so different from all that.

He suddenly felt a little sad.

How much forbearance is needed to suppress the cheerfulness and liveliness in one's nature?

"Eleventh Lady!" He lowered his voice. His mellow voice was like a glass of amber wine, tempting people to taste it. "Come into my arms!" As he said that, he lifted the quilt.

Eleventh Lady was stunned.

Why suddenly...

But as a wife, she had no right to refuse.

After a slight hesitation, she lay down obediently.

Xu Lingyi immediately reached out and hugged her tightly in his arms.

Seems very anxious...

The thought flashed through her mind, and Eleventh Lady felt a little at a loss.

What if it's the same as last time?

While hesitating, Xu Lingyi said calmly: "Go to sleep quickly. Otherwise, you won't be able to get up tomorrow!"

Eleventh Lady was stunned.

Calling her over, is it just to hug each other and sleep?

But the gradually even breathing of the person beside her made her believe that this was the fact.

Shiyi Niang closed her eyes and gradually fell asleep in Xu Lingyi's warm embrace.

In the darkness, a pair of large hands gently tucked the corners of the quilt for her.

* * * * * *

Eleventh Lady was awakened by the heat.

The whole body is covered with a thin layer of sweat, which is a bit sticky and makes people feel uncomfortable.

She wanted to turn over, but her limbs were pressed down heavily. Only then did she realize that she had been tightly held in Xu Lingyi's arms.

No wonder it's so hot.

He was like a furnace.

Xu Lingyi woke up as soon as Eleventh Lady moved.

The soft body in his arms had a faint body fragrance, which made him feel very comfortable. After holding her for a while, he asked, "What time is it?" Maybe he had just woken up, his voice had a kind of laziness after relaxation.

"I don't know!" Eleventh Lady couldn't see anything clearly in the tent, and said, "The maid on duty hasn't called yet, so it should be early."

As soon as the voice fell, Amber's cautious voice came from outside the tent: "My Lord, Madam, it's time to get up!"

Eleventh Lady struggled to get up - everyone in the Xu family would come to the palace to mourn today, and she hoped she could behave better.

Xu Lingyi did not let go immediately: "It's still early, the mourning has just begun."

"I still have to go to mother's place!" Eleventh Lady muttered, and he let go.

Eleventh Lady immediately followed Amber to the bathroom, took a bath, changed into sacrificial clothes, and then came out to have breakfast with Xu Lingyi.

Xu Lingyi had changed into a dark blue ceremonial robe with a black horn belt.

Seeing his wife's bright eyes and rosy face after bathing, Xu Lingyi smiled slightly. Just as he raised his chopsticks, Zhen Jieer came over to greet him.

Eleventh Lady hurriedly had someone bring a throne over and asked Zhen Jie'er to sit down and eat with her.

Zhen Jie'er glanced at the silent Xu Lingyi and sat down somewhat stiffly.

Three aunts came to pay their respects.

Eleventh Lady was a little surprised.

I didn’t expect Qiao Lianfang to get better so quickly.

After inviting them in and accepting their greetings, Eleventh Lady politely asked about Qiao Lianfang's health.

Qiao Lianfang answered Shiyi Niang, but glanced at Xu Lingyi: "Thank you for your concern, Madam. I changed the imperial physician and he prescribed a new prescription. As expected, she is much better now. I feel really bad that I haven't come to greet you for many days. I came here today to pay my respects."

Unfortunately, Xu Lingyi's attention was all on Zhen Jie'er who was sitting next to him, and he didn't pay much attention to Qiao Lianfang.

Eleventh Lady smiled and said, "That's good." She then instructed Aunt Qin and Aunt Wen, "Everyone should be more careful in the future. The New Year is almost here, and it's not good to lie in bed on New Year's Day!"

The two aunts responded respectfully, “Yes.”

Eleventh Lady sent them away: "...The Fifth Prince has passed away, and we will go to the palace to pay our respects later."

Aunt Qin couldn't help showing a sad expression when she heard this.

Madam Wen said, "It's very windy and snowy outside, Madam, you should take care of yourself. I have a pair of black fox fur knee pads. Madam, please wear them. You won't catch a cold kneeling on the ground."

Eleventh Lady didn't think that she should do something with her attire before going.

Then he thought of Madam Tai. She was so old, if there was such a leather knee pad, he might as well give it to Madam Tai. He said, "Thank you, Madam Wen."

Madam Wen was delighted when she heard this, and hurriedly sent Qiuhong to fetch the kneepads. She then said, "Do you want to wear a pair of kneepads, my Lord? I have a pair of sable ones."

"No need." Xu Lingyi's attitude was a little cold, "I don't need that."

Under normal circumstances, Eleventh Lady would not interfere, but in front of Sister Zhen, she could not allow him to embarrass Madam Wen.

She explained to Madam Wen in a gentle manner: "The Marquis is not like us women and children."

Madam Wen had long been accustomed to Xu Lingyi's indifference, so she smiled indifferently: "It was my fault for not considering it carefully."

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