As if he could read her thoughts, Fu Yin raised his hand and gently stroked Shen Huaixu's cheek, "Shen Huaixu, I am free, and you are free too. With me here, you will never have to be burdened by the secular world, and you don't have to live by the rules under the eyes of the world."
Feiyuan's thinking is different from that of humans. Their world is simple and pure. What they want to do or not to do depends on their own will.
Shen Huaixu is different. She grew up in human society. Even if she is more rebellious in this world, she cannot break free from the conventional way of thinking that is deeply rooted in her mind.
Therefore, she was stunned for a moment.
When she came to her senses, a bright smile appeared on her face. She took Fu Yin's hand and shook it, "As long as you can do it, I will agree."
Fu Yin suddenly increased the strength of his hands, as if he was infected by the smile of the person in front of him, and a smile appeared on his face, which usually had little emotional fluctuation.
Before leaving, Fu Yin couldn't help but remind Shen Huaixu a few words, "Next time you feel sleepy, don't wait for me. If you really want to miss me, just pass me a note and I'll come over earlier."
Chen Huaixu couldn't help but roll his eyes. If she hadn't had something to do, she wouldn't have waited for him. Their situation was no different from being inseparable.
"You should leave quickly. People around me sometimes think I talk in my sleep all the time. If I hadn't stopped them from coming in to keep watch, your reputation would have been ruined long ago."
Fu Yin had no choice but to leave first.
After Fu Yin left, Shen Huaixu felt that he had been carried away for a moment. It was obvious that they didn't need to rush into this matter.
Fu Yin also thought of the same thing that Shen Huaixu thought of.
In the end, the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries inevitably led to the discussion of marriage.
After hearing this news, the Crown Princess regretted allowing Chao Hua to be so picky and wished she could find a man with suitable family background and appearance to marry her daughter to.
Later, for some unknown reason, news of Chaohua and Chengze's engagement spread. The only thing they said to the outside world was that the two families had always been on good terms, and the engagement was arranged when the two were still in their infancy.
At this time, the people sent by the Regent of Southern Xia proposed that Princess Mingyi was an excellent choice for her beauty and talent, family background and character. The Regent of Southern Xia had admired her for a long time and was willing to remain single for three years.
When the emperor heard that the person the regent admired was Shen Huaixu, he was originally unhappy, but the conditions proposed by Nanxia made him hesitant.
Three years is neither long nor short. During this period, anything can happen. It can also be regarded as a delaying tactic.
With this agreement, as long as the regent can maintain his position, there will not be much friction between the two countries for at least three years.
After a moment of hesitation, the emperor asked his beloved minister, "What do you think, Mr. Shen?"
Chen Su was cold and indifferent. His gaze, which fell on the Nanxia envoy, was light yet seemed to conceal a sword. "Your Majesty, I am still young and my mind is unstable. As for three years from now—no one can predict what will happen in three years. I promised my daughter long ago that she would find someone she loves, no matter if he is a high-ranking official or a commoner."
In the main hall, the black-robed man from Southern Xia didn't seem angry upon hearing this. He simply said, "Your Majesty's deep love for your daughter is truly admirable. Please rest assured, Your Majesty. Before leaving, my master promised to follow the County Lady's wishes."
All the ministers in the court were confused. On the one hand, they felt that Marquis Xuanping was too indulgent towards Doctor Shen, and on the other hand, they felt that the regent's reputation did not match his actual performance.
Anyway, I've never seen anyone say that.
But the two families have already reached an amicable agreement, and the emperor on the throne has no intention of objecting. Why are they, the onlookers, interfering?
So the matter of the marriage passed in a muddled manner.
Shen Huaixu was satisfied after hearing what happened in the court, and he didn't even hide his smile in front of his father.
Chen Su looked at her and couldn't help but think that girls should not be kept when they grow up, and suddenly felt a little melancholy.
Chen Huaixu had no choice but to move closer, shaking his father's arm and saying flatteringly: "Daddy, Daddy, Miaomiao won't get married before she turns eighteen. If you're worried, we can find someone to marry into her family."
Chen Su raised his brows slightly, "The Regent?"
Chen Huaixu smiled with his eyes slightly narrowed, "Three years later... we'll see."
Shen Su didn't know what agreement the two had made, but after hearing his daughter say this, he felt a little relieved.
Before the envoys from Southern Xia left the Great Jin, a man named He Qing personally visited the Marquis Xuanping's mansion and brought with him many rare treasures.
Chen Su could naturally see what He Qing meant by this action. He was just doing it for others to see. He actually had no opinion on the Regent. As long as his daughter liked it, he would not mind using his power to pressure others even if the other party was unwilling. Now it was a win-win for both parties and saved him some extra effort.
Although he thought so, he still did not accept the things that He Qing sent him. Firstly, he was not interested in them, and secondly, if he accepted them, it would seem like a settled deal.
Although Fu Yin's trip failed to achieve the desired effect, his future father-in-law did not reject him very much. Knowing this was enough.
Half a month after the Southern Xia envoys left Kyoto, the marriage between Prince Jinghe and Cui Jialiu Niang was held with great fanfare, with red wedding ceremonies and colorful lights all over the place.
This joyous scene continued until the Chinese New Year.
After being appointed as the imperial physician, Shen Huaixu rarely went to Jishiditang. Her two young apprentices, Jiang Fu and Cangli, had been with her the longest and knew her habits best. She would often bring one with her to teach, while the other would help Wu Li.
When he was busy and couldn't see Wu Li, they exchanged medical skills through letters. Wu Li studied very carefully and worked diligently at Jishitang, so Shen Huaixu found an opportunity to give Wu Li some of the remaining medicine in person.
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