Chapter 165: The Queen's Choice

Mo Bai, who was always thick-skinned, blushed for a rare moment and said with a silly smile: "His Majesty said that if the young lady is satisfied with this mission, he will grant marriage to Mo Yu and me, hehe..."

Xu Nian suppressed the laughter that was about to spill out of his lips and said seriously: "Perform well, and the marriage will be granted soon—"

"Yes!" Mo Bai shouted so loudly that the Xu family members all stopped what they were doing.

Wang's heart was pounding as she looked at the big house in front of her, thinking she was dreaming, but she was awakened by the sound.

He quickly called Xu Nian over and asked, "Big girl, is this really our home?"

"Grandma, it's absolutely true. The deed is right here in the mansion. If you don't believe me, I'll show it to you later."

At this time, the housekeeper came out with a large group of servants, knelt down and kowtowed, saying: "The servant Xu Ping greets the old lady, the old lady, and all the masters, ladies, and young masters."

Old Man Xu walked over and took the butler with him and walked towards the mansion. "Kneeling back and forth is troublesome. Big brother, lead the way and show me around the mansion."

The butler cautiously agreed and took Old Man Xu into the mansion first.

Xu Nian and Tian Qiao supported Wang and followed into the mansion. The courtyard here was a large house with three entrances. The first entrance was the flower hall and banquet hall for entertaining guests, the second entrance was the study and living room, and there was a small garden and pond in front of the second entrance. The third entrance was the various courtyards where the master lived, and there was also a large back garden in the backyard.

Wang was overwhelmed by the sight and was even more shocked, saying, "How much money does such a large yard cost?"

Although the Xu family got a ten percent share of the sugar factory's profits and had no shortage of money to spend, Wang still couldn't help but feel distressed.

"Grandma, please stay here and rest assured. Your granddaughter will have no shortage of money."

Wang patted Xu Nian and said angrily, "Nonsense! Your money didn't fall from the sky. Once you're settled, the expenses of this house will be paid from the public account. If you don't agree, I'll roll up my blanket and sleep on the street."

Xu Nian was a little amused and said, "Okay, I'll listen to you, grandma. Money doesn't bite your hand. I don't know how to laugh at you."

The group was amused by the grandfather and grandson and laughed so hard that it seemed as if all the fatigue from the long journey had been relieved.

Xu Nian settled everyone down one by one. He did not rush to reminisce, but let his family take a bath and have a sleep first.

Old Man Xu and Mrs. Wang lived in Ninghui Hall on the east side, Xu Yaozu and Tian Qiao lived in Qingxin Courtyard in the main courtyard, and Xu Fugui and his wife, Xu Youliang and his wife, and Xu Weian and his wife lived in Jinhuaju, Ruixiangju and Qingfengxie on the west side respectively.

Niu Niu originally lived with Xu Nian in Jingya Pavilion on the east side, but since she met Xu Ling, the two of them were like conjoined twins and couldn't bear to be separated. In the end, Niu Niu carried her little bag and went to Ningxiang Garden nearby.

The four Xu Ji brothers lived in the front yard of the second courtyard respectively. Even Xu Cai, who was not even eight years old, was given a separate yard.

Xu Nian settled everyone down and just sat down to have a cup of tea when he saw Yan Rong walk in with a list.

"Miss, how do you arrange the servants and maids in each courtyard?"

Xu Nian took the list and looked at it carefully. All the servants in the Xu Mansion were bought by her three months ago, and they were all signed death contracts in order to ensure the safety of her family.

This time Xu Yaozu was transferred to Shengdu, and was appointed as the Zuo Si Zheng of the Agriculture and Mulberry Bureau, a fifth-rank official position, mainly in charge of agricultural production and other matters, and if nothing unexpected happens, this position will not be promoted again for at least ten years.

The Ministry of Agriculture and Sericulture was different from the six ministries of the imperial court. Both the director and the clerks below had to work in the fields themselves.

Therefore, the servants Xu Nian chose for her father were all strong and powerful.

"My father can arrange for four young servants and two long-term attendants. As for the rest, we will decide after he takes office. My mother has an aunt to help her, so I will send four more maids and four little maids..."

By the time Xu Nian had discussed the arrangements for each hospital with Yan Rong, almost an hour had passed. Only then did she remember what she had forgotten.

"Has Mo Bai left?"

Yanrong laughed softly twice. The young lady finally remembered Commander Mo. When she came over with the list, she saw Commander Mo hanging around the second gate.

"I think Commander Mo hasn't left yet. I'll go check it out first."

"No need. I'll go take a look." Xu Nian was also helpless. It was not that she wanted to make things difficult for him, but it was rare for Mo Yu to talk back to her. She could only listen to Mo Yu making things more difficult for him.

Mo Bai stretched his neck like a big goose. He couldn't rashly go into the backyard and couldn't find anyone to pass the message for him. He was almost dying of anxiety.

Finally, he saw Xu Nian coming over. He pulled his clothes straight, wiped his temples, and looked at the person coming over expectantly.

Xu Nian tried to hold back, but still couldn't help laughing out loud, "Why is Commander Mo still here? Looking at you like this, someone who doesn't know would think you've taken a fancy to one of my maids."

"Miss, I only love Moyu and I have no other thoughts."

"Oh, is that so?" Xu Nian looked at the bamboo forest behind Mo Bai and said loudly, "To express your determination, you have to tell it to the person concerned. What's the point of telling it to me? Otherwise - turn around and say it again?"

"Ah?" Mo Bai turned around without knowing what was going on, and saw Mo Yu, dressed in a tight outfit, standing in front of the bamboo forest. He felt a little embarrassed, which was rare for him.

Mo Yu walked towards Xu Nian without looking away, "Miss, this is the fabric that His Majesty asked me to bring. I heard from my subordinates that this fabric is warm against the skin and is perfect for making clothes in the severe winter."

"Okay, thank your Majesty for me."

Mo Yu finished his task and turned to leave. Xu Nian saw Mo Bai still standing there looking at him stupidly, and couldn't help but said angrily: "Mutou, your marriage is not up to me, but your little Yu Yu, why don't you go quickly."

Mo Bai reacted, grinned and thanked him happily, then ran out excitedly to chase after him.

Looking at the two happy enemies, Xu Nian couldn't help but miss Luo Jinan.

It has been more than four months since she moved out of the palace. During this period, she has only met Luo Jinan three times, and Luo Jinan sneaked out late at night.

I heard that recently he has been competing with the ministers in the court over the issue of establishing a queen.

At this time, Luo Jinan, just as Xu Nian had expected, rejected the list submitted by the court officials for the Nth time.

Shen Qingsong and several old ministers stood in Yu's study with their heads bowed, secretly glancing at the young emperor with a frown above them, wondering what reason the emperor would use to reject this candidate.

He had heard that there was a woman living in the East Palace, but no one had ever seen her, right? And they had no idea where the woman came from.

"Is this the queen you chose for me?"

The old minister of the Ministry of Personnel bowed and said, "Your Majesty, this girl is the only daughter of Mr. Zhao, the deputy minister of the Ministry of Works. She has a clean family background and is talented and beautiful. Mr. Zhao has no children, so it will definitely not happen that the little prince will be taken away by her mother's family in the future."

Luo Jinan's eyes flashed. He didn't expect these ministers to be so enthusiastic about establishing a queen. However, being enthusiastic also has its advantages.