The two daughters of Changsun Dechong spent a fulfilling day in the palace. They got along very well with Chu Fan, and when Changsun Pinqing and Changsun Pinting returned home, their faces were filled with unconcealed joy.
They did not show any dissatisfaction with the family's arrangement. Instead, they felt deeply honored. After all, Chu Fan was the noble Emperor, and it was a great fortune to be favored by him.
After spending the past few days together, the relationship between Changsun Dechong's two daughters and Emperor Chufan has become increasingly harmonious, not only deepening their mutual understanding but also making this sudden engagement seem less abrupt. When Changsun Pinqing and Changsun Pinting returned home, their hearts were as bright and warm as flowers in full bloom on a spring day.
They were grateful for their family's arrangement, knowing that being favored by the Emperor was not only a great honor for their family but also a major turning point in their own destiny. Furthermore, Changsun Pinting had always harbored subtle feelings for Emperor Chu Fan, which prevented them from resisting the marriage in the slightest.
On the way home, the two sisters were filled with longing and anticipation for the future. Pinqing imagined that she might be able to display her talent and wisdom in the harem and become a capable assistant to Emperor Chu Fan. Pinting, on the other hand, longed for peace and harmony. She wanted only to stay by the side of her brother Chu Fan, who had taken care of her in her childhood, hoping to maintain her gentleness and kindness in the palace and bring a touch of warmth to the harem.
Upon returning home, they not only shared with their parents the amusing moments they had with Chu Fan, but also expressed their thoughts and plans for the future. Pin Qing frankly stated her willingness to learn and grow to the best of her ability for the benefit of her family and country, so as to live up to the emperor's grace and her family's trust.
Pinting pays more attention to inner peace and family harmony. She hopes to maintain a pure heart in the harem and bring happiness and peace to her family.
After hearing their daughters' thoughts, Changsun Dechong and his wife were both pleased and moved. They knew that their two daughters were not only outstanding in appearance, but also possessed extraordinary wisdom and virtue. It was an honor for them to become the emperor's concubines.
At the same time, they are more determined to support their daughters' decisions and will be their strongest backing no matter how bumpy the road ahead is.
As night falls, the Changsun Mansion is brightly lit, creating a warm and peaceful scene.
After learning about his two daughters' situation and thoughts in the palace, Changsun Dechong called them into the study and asked, "Do you know what artifact His Majesty gave to Mu Yunfeng?"
The lively eldest grandson Pinting said, "Dad, I know. When Uncle Mu's daughter, Sister Mu Xi, entered the palace, Brother Chu Fan gave her a telescope. Brother Chu Fan still has that telescope, and we've all used it. From the high towers of the palace, we could see the farmers planting crops outside the imperial city. It's truly an amazing treasure."
After hearing the answer he wanted to know, he let his two daughters go back to their boudoirs to sleep, while Changsun Dechong went to tell Cao Mengde's people the news.
After returning to their boudoirs, Changsun Pinqing and Changsun Pinting could not conceal their excitement and joy. Sitting in front of a bronze mirror, the two sisters shared their experiences in the palace. From the vibrant flowers in the imperial garden to the emperor's graceful demeanor, each one of them filled them with longing. Changsun Pinqing gently stroked the pearls and jade in her hair and smiled, "Sister, what do you think of the emperor?"
Changsun Pinting blushed slightly, lowered her head shyly, and whispered softly, "Brother Chu Fan is naturally a man of great stature and bearing. It's just that..." She hesitated for a moment before continuing, "It's just that there are so many rules within these palace walls. I don't know if we can adapt."
Upon hearing this, Changsun Pinqing gently grasped her sister's hand and said softly, "Don't worry, sister. As daughters of the Changsun family, we've been nurtured by our family since childhood. We're well-educated and well-mannered, and we'll definitely be able to find a place in the palace. Besides, with our father and mother by our side, we won't be alone."
The two sisters smiled at each other, their fear and anxiety about the unknown gradually dissipating in each other's company and encouragement. They knew that no matter how good Chu Fan was to them, the palace had its own rules, and they couldn't break them. However, no matter what lay ahead, they had to face it bravely, because they represented the glory and dignity of the Changsun family.
Changsun Pinting lay in bed and whispered to her sister, "Sister, what do you think about the story in Brother Chu Fan's novel? Will the Monkey King be punished by the Jade Emperor and the Queen Mother for stealing the peaches? After all, this is completely embezzlement, and even in our Wei Kingdom, he will be punished."
Changsun Pinqing said, "He should be punished. After all, the Heavenly Court is supposed to be an organization with a sound system. If there's no punishment for things like embezzlement, then this organization won't be able to exist for long."
The two sisters fell asleep while talking.
At this moment, gentle footsteps were heard outside the study of Changsun Dechong, who had returned home once more. It was Mrs. Changsun, slowly entering with a bowl of ginseng soup in her hands. Seeing her husband's frown, she whispered, "Master, are you worried about the children's marriages?"
Changsun Dechong replied softly, "It's not about that. Madam, don't worry. I will make the decision myself."
Changsun Dechong hadn't properly discussed the events of this period with his wife. He also hadn't revealed anything about Chu Fan's offer of his daughter in exchange for the disaster relief strategy and cement-making methods he'd given Changsun Dechong. After all, the disaster relief efforts had just begun, and Changsun Dechong was preoccupied with the front lines, leaving him with no time to care for his family. Therefore, his wife knew nothing about this matter.
"So what exactly is it that makes the master sigh here?" Mrs. Changsun asked.
Chang Sun Dechong shook his head slightly and replied, "I'm not overly worried about my daughter's marriage. I'm just worried that more families will try to send their daughters to His Majesty Chu Fan in the future. This will cause His Majesty Chu Fan to neglect his two daughters."
Changsun Dechong's words made Mrs. Changsun even more confused, so he recounted in detail what had happened recently.
Madam Changsun frowned upon hearing this and said, "Even so, we cannot marry both of our daughters to His Majesty the Emperor. After all, we must respect their wishes."
Changsun Dechong smiled and continued, "Look at the appearance of our two daughters returning from the palace today. If they hadn't been formally engaged, they probably wouldn't want to return home. And, Madam, have you noticed that our eldest daughter's complexion has become increasingly rosy since she entered the palace?"
Mrs. Changsun seemed to be thinking about something when she heard this.
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