Chapter 394 Blank Imperial Edict
The emperor frowned slightly. He naturally knew what Concubine An was thinking.
An Yuesheng was indeed of marriageable age. In addition, An Yuesheng had performed well in the Ministry of Justice before. Recently, he had done several major things, which made the emperor look at him with new eyes.
He was also Concubine An's biological brother. The emperor would naturally not disagree with this matter.
"I will take An Yuesheng's marriage into consideration. Just help him find a girl from an aristocratic family. I will naturally not treat him unfairly."
Concubine An knew in her heart that if it was an ordinary girl from an aristocratic family, the emperor would definitely grant her marriage without hesitation.
But Concubine An had more in mind.
She thought for a while and decided to say it directly.
"Your Majesty, actually I want to ask Your Majesty to grant a marriage between Yue Sheng and Princess Zhao."
In terms of family background and status, which woman in the capital who is of marriageable age can compare to Zhao Shuo'er?
Let alone the favor of the Jinnan Palace to her, just looking at the attitude of the emperor, it can be understood that Zhao Shuo'er is definitely favored by the emperor.
Concubine An was calculating in her mind and looked at the emperor expectantly.
When the emperor heard Concubine An's request, a flash of surprise flashed in his eyes, and then he fell into deep thought.
He naturally knew Zhao Shuo'er's status in the capital, and understood why Concubine An had such an idea.
But to him, Zhao Shuo'er was not just a favored girl from aristocratic family.
The emperor frowned slightly, his eyes stayed on Concubine An's face for a moment, and then he spoke slowly.
"An Fei, do you know the position of Zhao Shuo'er in my heart?"
An Fei's heart was tense. She knew that the emperor valued Zhao Shuo'er, but she was more clear about her own purpose and plan. She took a deep breath and answered calmly.
"Of course I know. But Princess Zhao has also reached the age of marriage, and I think Yue Sheng and her are a match made in heaven."
The emperor shook his head lightly and sighed.
"Before the King and his wife of Jinnan left, they entrusted their two children to me to take care of, so I naturally have to keep my promise. Other ordinary women can be allowed, but Zhao Shuo'er can't be allowed."
An Fei was anxious and wanted to persuade her again, but the emperor had already waved his hand to interrupt her.
"Don't worry. I will think about this matter carefully. I will ask Shuo'er for his opinion first."
Concubine An felt disappointed, but she also understood the emperor's attitude. She could only lower her head and answer respectfully.
"Yes, I understand."
Just as the emperor was talking to Concubine An, the eunuch suddenly came to report.
"Princess Zhao is here!"
Upon hearing this, the emperor looked at Concubine An and motioned her to be patient. Afterwards, he straightened his dragon robe and sat upright.
Zhao Shuo'er was led by the eunuch and walked into the hall. She was wearing a light pink long skirt today, and the hem of her skirt swayed gently, like a blooming peach blossom.
Zhao Shuo'er walked in front of the emperor and performed a standard palace etiquette.
"Your servant Zhao Shuo'er pays homage to His Majesty. Long live His Majesty."
When the emperor saw Zhao Shuo'er, his expression relaxed a little, and he couldn't help showing some intimacy.
"It's been a long time since we last met. Shuo'er has become much more beautiful!"
Zhao Shuo'er blushed and thanked the emperor quickly.
"Uncle Emperor always teases Shuo'er."
The emperor laughed twice, restrained his emotions, and looked at Concubine An and others.
"All of you go out. I have something to say to Shuo'er alone."
Upon hearing this, Concubine An was reluctant in her heart, but she did not dare to disobey the emperor's order. She could only bow and retreat with the palace maids and eunuchs.
When the emperor waited until he and Zhao Shuo'er were the only ones left in the palace, the smile on his face became even wider. He waved his hand and motioned Zhao Shuo'er to come forward.
"Shuo'er, come and sit next to me."
Zhao Shuo'er was slightly stunned, but then she obediently walked to the emperor and sat on the emperor's right hand.
The emperor looked at the girl in front of him, his heart full of emotion.
"Time flies so fast, in the blink of an eye, you have grown up so much."
Zhao Shuo'er lowered her head and smiled slightly. She knew that the emperor watched her grow up, so naturally she would have such emotion.
"Uncle Huang, why do you suddenly mention this?"
The emperor sighed lightly and mentioned the blank imperial edict that he had given Zhao Shuo'er before.
"I remember giving you a blank imperial edict before. Do you know what this means?"
Zhao Shuo'er's heart tightened, and she realized that the rumors outside the palace had reached the emperor. She knew the weight of this blank imperial edict, and she also understood what the emperor meant. But she still couldn't help asking.
"Uncle Emperor, what you mean is..."
The emperor looked at Zhao Shuo'er, with a complicated look in his eyes.
"Shuo'er, you are a good girl, and I don't want to let you down. I know your feelings for Qixuan, and this blank imperial edict is an opportunity I give you."
Zhao Shuo'er's heart throbbed when she heard this.
"Uncle Emperor, I..."
The emperor interrupted Zhao Shuo'er and patted her shoulder gently.
"Don't rush to answer. I give you this imperial edict just to tell you that I will support your choice, and Qin Qixuan will certainly not dare to disobey it."
Zhao Shuo'er nodded. She understood what the emperor meant, and her mind was full of thoughts.
The drugging was her first attempt.
The reason why Zhao Shuo'er did not use this blank imperial edict was to give Qin Qixuan a way out.
Zhao Shuo'er still liked Qin Qixuan in her heart. If this imperial edict came, Qin Qixuan would really have no way out.
She couldn't help but think of the words Qin Qixuan threatened her before...
Zhao Shuo'er pursed her lips, shook her head, and begged the emperor coquettishly.
"Uncle Huang, I still want to solve this matter myself. Shuo'er has grown up, and he is no longer a child who needs to rely on his parents for everything."
The emperor looked at Zhao Shuo'er deeply, his eyes full of praise. He sighed softly, as if he had unloaded a burden in his heart.
"Since you are so determined, I will follow your will. However, Shuo'er, you must remember that no matter what happens, I will always be your backer."
Zhao Shuo'er felt a warm current in her heart when she heard this. Her eyes were slightly red and she nodded.
"Thank you, uncle emperor. Shuo'er will remember this."
The emperor looked at Zhao Shuo'er again and suddenly changed the subject and asked.
"Shuo'er, the rumors outside the palace say that you and Qixuan have an affair. What's the matter?"
Zhao Shuo'er's face froze when she heard this, but she quickly regained her composure.
When she asked the palace maids to spread the rumors, she had already thought that the emperor would definitely find out about her, so she answered honestly at this time.
"Uncle Emperor, I spread those rumors myself."
Upon hearing this, the emperor frowned, and there was a hint of blame in his eyes when he looked at Zhao Shuo'er.
"You are confused, how could you do this? Do you know how much impact such rumors will have on your reputation?"
Zhao Shuo'er lowered his head, and a hint of determination flashed in his eyes.
"Uncle Emperor, I know it's wrong to do this, but I really have no choice. I like Qin Qixuan and I want to marry him, but I can't watch him with another woman."
"If Shuo'er can't marry Qin Qixuan, then Shuo'er would rather become a monk. Reputation doesn't matter to me."
Upon hearing this, the emperor was silent for a moment, and then sighed.