As the days went by, the Sheng family's position in Kyoto became increasingly secure.
Sheng Wanwan's reputation grew ever stronger with her medical skills and mysterious powers. She became not only the pride of the Sheng family but also a legendary figure in the capital.
Half a month later, Sheng Wanwan's investiture ceremony was held as scheduled.
On this day, the entire city of Kyoto was in an uproar, with people flocking to the square in front of the Imperial Palace, eager to catch a glimpse of the goddess who would protect the nation.
The Ministry of Rites prepared a grand spectacle for this conferment ceremony, decorating the entire palace with gold and jade, creating a magnificent and imposing atmosphere.
The red carpet stretched from the palace gates all the way to the investiture platform, flanked by royal guards armed with weapons, showcasing the majesty of the royal family.
Sheng Wanwan wore a red dress embroidered with exquisite peony patterns, symbolizing her noble status.
The golden threads shimmered in the sunlight, making the entire dress even more gorgeous and dazzling.
She wore a small, golden crown, adorned with blue gemstones that shimmered brilliantly. The crown's design was exquisite and unique, showcasing both royal dignity and childlike innocence.
Sheng Wanwan's face was delicate and tender, and her big eyes blinked, revealing the innocence unique to children.
Her lips curved slightly upward, revealing a sweet smile that seemed to melt hearts.
At this moment, Si Nantian walked towards Sheng Wanwan.
He crouched down and whispered in Sheng Wanwan's ear, "Wanwan! Are you satisfied with the gift your Uncle Emperor sent last time?"
"Is the Emperor Uncle talking about that blood coral? It's quite pretty, Wanwan likes it!"
"Sheng Wanwan said in a childish voice."
"So, what about what I mentioned last time? Have you considered it? Have you discussed it with your mother?"
Si Nantian asked with a smile on his face.
"Is the Emperor Uncle referring to the matter of making Wanwan his goddaughter?"
Sheng Wanwan smiled.
"Um!"
"Mother said that everything depends on Wanwan's wishes!"
Sheng Wanwan glanced at Madam Chu, who was standing not far away, dressed in fine clothes and looking at her with a proud expression, and said.
Upon hearing this, Si Nantian immediately became excited.
"How about Wanwan becomes the Emperor's goddaughter?"
Si Nantian asked expectantly!
"Can't!"
Before Sheng Wanwan could say anything, a deep male voice came from behind.
Si Nantian and Sheng Wanwan looked over and saw Si Mingye slowly approaching with his hands behind his back.
"You brat, what do you mean 'no'? Why not? What business is it of yours if I adopt a goddaughter? Who gives you the right to say no?"
When Si Nantian saw that it was his own son, he immediately glared at him angrily, looking as if he wanted to devour him.
He had finally managed to convince Xiao Wanwan to be his own daughter, so why did this brat come and cause trouble?
"I said no, and that means no!"
Si Mingye couldn't be bothered to pay any attention to his father. Sheng Wanwan was his future wife. If his father made her a princess, he would lose his future wife!
Therefore, he absolutely disagreed with this matter.
"You brat, what's wrong with you? This has nothing to do with you..."
Just as Si Nantian was about to say what this matter had to do with Si Mingye, his son pulled him aside.
Si Mingye squatted down next to Sheng Wanwan and tempted her, "Be good! We won't acknowledge that old man as our godfather. What's a blood coral? All these things are yours, as long as you don't acknowledge that old man as your godfather."
Si Mingye tossed a form to Sheng Wanwan as he spoke.
Sheng Wanwan glanced at the list casually, then immediately rolled it up and put it into her spatial storage with a smile on her face.
"Brother Crown Prince, I promise you! I will absolutely not acknowledge the Emperor as my godfather!"
What a joke! That list included thousand-year-old snow ginseng, ten-thousand-year-old lingzhi mushrooms, deep-sea pearls, jade gems, and a whole host of other treasures, each one priceless and extremely rare.
In comparison, while a single blood coral is precious, there is only one of its kind.
"Haha, Wanwan is so good!" Si Mingye was in a great mood when he heard Sheng Wanwan's agreement. He reached out and ruffled the top of Sheng Wanwan's hair, his face full of doting affection.
Si Nan, left standing to the side, was furious and jumped up and down. "Si Mingye, you brat, what business is it of yours if I take in a goddaughter? What are you doing..."
At this point, Si Nantian suddenly had a flash of inspiration. He paused, looking at Si Mingye with disbelief, and continued:
"Wait...no way? You brat! It can't be what I'm thinking, can it?"
Si Nantian was stunned. This brat emptied his pockets to stop him from taking Wanwan as his goddaughter. Could it be that his brat had fallen in love with Wanwan?
Really?
Really?
Pedophilia? Or a guide to raising a daughter-in-law?
It should be the latter, right?
Si Nantian broke out in a cold sweat...
But thinking about it calmly, it's not bad. In another ten years or so, Wanwan will be of marriageable age. If the brat waits another ten years or so, he won't even be thirty yet. It would be appropriate for him to marry Wanwan as his empress then.
Princesses are to marry out of the family, but daughters-in-law are different. They are to be brought into the Si family and become members of the family!
Thinking about it, it doesn't seem like a bad deal!
Thinking this way, Si Nantian's mood calmed down a lot, and his gaze towards Sheng Wanwan and Si Mingye softened considerably.
"Ahem... Well, Wanwan, since you don't want to acknowledge me as your godfather, then forget it. But come visit your Uncle Emperor in the palace more often in the future!"
Si Nantian tried his best to make his tone sound as kind and approachable as possible.
Upon hearing this, Sheng Wanwan nodded with a smile and said, "Okay! Don't worry, Uncle Emperor, Wanwan will visit you in the palace often! If you have any misfortune or illness, please don't hesitate to come to Wanwan!"
Now that Wanwan has become the guardian goddess of the nation, she can't just occupy the position without doing her job!
The title of "Guardian Goddess" is not just a name; it comes with a salary.
Her uncle, the emperor, gave her more than five thousand taels of silver a year. At such a young age, she earned more than her father, a high-ranking official.
Of course, we must help our Uncle Emperor solve his problems.
She's a very ethical Taoist master...
Si Nantian was taken aback by Sheng Wanwan's words, then burst into laughter, "Hahaha, Wanwan, your uncle the emperor will remember your words. He'll be in trouble with you, little goddess, from now on!"
Sheng Wanwan proudly puffed out her little chest, "Don't worry, Uncle Emperor, Wanwan will do her best!"
Just then, a Buddhist chant rang out: "Amitabha, young benefactor, we have finally met..."
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