Lanqin had been observing the court's movements, so she was fully aware of what had happened in court this morning. Lanqin suspected something was amiss that a minister had suddenly brought up the princess's reluctance to marry. However, since the princess was still unmarried, she, as the person in charge of the harem, indeed bore a great responsibility.
Lanqin sent someone to invite the three princesses, wanting to discuss finding husbands for them. The three princesses all came to Lanqin's Changchun Palace. Lanqin saw that they were all pretty, with fair skin, and very well-mannered, and she liked them very much, thinking that she would definitely find good husbands for them.
Lanqin led them to the courtyard where they drank tea, admired the flowers, and chatted.
"Now that the world is at peace, and the three of you are all of marriageable age, do you have anyone you like?" Lanqin thought that if they had someone they liked, and it was also a good match in terms of social standing, things would be much easier. As a modern person, she would definitely try her best to fulfill their wishes.
Qingping spoke first, "Your Majesty, Qingping has no objection. Everything is up to you and the Emperor to decide."
Qing Shun and Qing An, like Qing Ping, had no objections.
Looking at their innocent faces, Lanqin suddenly felt a pang of heartache. They were so young, how could they understand anything about matters between men and women? And even if they had someone they liked, how could they dare to say it in this feudal society?
Lanqin then stopped asking them about their marriages, only saying that she would do her best to help them choose good husbands.
"Is everything alright at home lately? If there's anything you need, just tell me."
All three replied that everything was fine at home, because Lanqin was considerate and often allowed her family members to visit.
Lanqin chatted with the three princesses about some ordinary trivial matters in the courtyard, and then told them to go back to their own rooms.
Before leaving, Lanqin told them not to worry, that she would resolve the matter as soon as possible.
The next day, the Fourth Prince came to Changchun Palace, and Lanqin told him about the princesses' opinions.
The Fourth Prince frowned. “Recently, people from the previous dynasty have been putting pressure on me. I have to choose husbands for them and grant them marriages. I’m entrusting this matter to you. Lanqin, you must handle the princess’s affairs properly and not give anyone anything to gossip about.”
"Your Majesty, rest assured, don't you trust my judgment? Aren't you the man I've chosen? Besides, I truly like these princesses, and I will find them the best husbands for them, just as I would for my own daughters," Lanqin said playfully. Lanqin knew that these princesses were still unmarried, and the Fourth Prince felt a little guilty.
Lanqin suddenly remembered something, and her expression turned serious. Fourth Master noticed Lanqin's unusual behavior and asked her if something had happened.
Lanqin thought for a moment and then spoke up, “Your Majesty, I feel that this matter is not so simple. I have been keeping the affairs of these princesses in mind and have been looking out for suitable candidates for them. However, the Third Prince and the Fifth Prince suddenly requested that the matter be handled as soon as possible…” Lanqin expressed her doubts.
The Emperor looked at Lanqin's serious face and curled his lips. "It's only right that the Third and Fifth Princes are urging you. Don't worry about it unnecessarily. If it were our daughter, you might have gone even further."
Fourth Master comforted Lanqin, but he himself had some doubts.
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