After much deliberation, the emperor decided that he could not agree to the marriage decree.
So he said, "Marriage is a major life event. Does your father know about this?"
Song Yanqing arrived late; it was this morning when the city gates opened, she had rushed to the Taoist temple outside the city on horseback.
He said, "This morning, I went to ask my father."
My father only married my mother, and therefore, he hopes that I will do the same.
Now things are really messed up. Not only are the civil and military officials unsettled, but even the emperor is losing his composure.
This statement means that he will not marry anyone other than Princess Kang Le.
This also ended the idea of marriage alliances among civil and military officials.
Both of these matters, taken separately, were beneficial to the emperor.
But when they are put together, it's different.
Marrying only one woman and even seeking an official title for his fiancée—if such a reputation spread, the whole world would probably look at him differently.
This is not a good thing for his prince.
Just as the emperor was caught in a dilemma, a thought suddenly flashed through his mind.
He said, "Let's set aside the matter of the arranged marriage for now."
The Empress Dowager watched you grow up; this matter still requires her approval.
However, I have granted the request to bestow an imperial edict upon her.
When you get married, this imperial decree will be issued on the same day.
This is truly a double celebration.
Upon hearing this, Song Yanqing's eyes flickered slightly.
He knew in his heart that things were not going well. The matter of the arranged marriage was still undecided, but the matter of the imperial title was a done deal.
In this way, as long as he remains unmarried, he will be highly sought after by all the civil and military officials.
After all, who wouldn't want their daughter to have an imperial title upon marriage?
Song Yanqing looked up and met the emperor's smug gaze.
After a moment of eye contact, Song Yanqing bowed and expressed his gratitude, saying, "Thank you, Your Majesty."
Continue read on readnovelmtl.com