Chapter 163: The Emperor is seeking marriage, and the person he likes is her
Ji Qingwu nodded helplessly.
She was rubbed and kneaded, and all the emperor's energy was used on her. How could it not be considered a success?
Ji Qingwu took a set of plain clothes and prepared to take a bath. Jiujiu followed her to the bathroom with her short legs and stood beside the screen to stare at her.
Being watched by the little girl, Ji Qingwu had no choice but to take a bath. An expression of embarrassment appeared on his face.
Jiujiu held her little face in her hands and said with an innocent smile, "Mother looks good even when she's angry. Can you always be like this from now on?"
After bathing, Ji Qingwu's skin became even whiter. He put on his snow-white undershirt, picked up a towel to wipe his hair, with moisture still in his eyes.
She asked with amusement, "Wasn't mother's appearance good before?"
Jiujiu is small, but he knows a lot.
She tilted her head and said, "I know that A Niang wanted to change into a different appearance in order to protect Jiujiu, but now everyone likes A Niang, and we will all protect A Niang."
Jiujiu thought about it and promised seriously: "Mother can be herself."
It’s different now. Even if she can’t protect him, she can still call for help.
Be yourself...
Ji Qingwu was struck by these three words and his heart softened.
She held the heavy little girl in her arms and kissed her cute little face again and again.
Jiujiu fluttered in A Niang's sweet and soft arms, feeling so happy.
Looking at his daughter's lovely smile, Ji Qingwu's heart was filled and all other emotions were swept away.
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The next day, early in the morning.
After breakfast, Ji Qingwu took the business contract sent by Duan Mingfeng and went to the grain shop to find Mi Zhenchuan to inquire about the preparations for the opening of the clinic.
Mi Zhenchuan saw the business contract in her hand and said in surprise: "Fifth Miss, the most difficult step has been completed. Leave the rest to me."
Ji Qingwu had nothing to worry about. He thought of something and said, "Manager Mi, last time I asked you and the guys to look for some wet nurses and old women who had given birth, have you made any progress?"
Mi Zhenchuan nodded: "I have already found a few reliable ones. If you are free today, I will invite them over and we can meet them this afternoon."
Ji Qingwu didn't expect him to be so efficient, and said, "Of course, Shopkeeper Mi, come with me to the restaurant first."
The two of them went to the restaurant, planning to decide on the decoration and layout of the renovation so that they could start work earlier.
This street is the most prosperous and lively one in Lin'an. Passing by a teahouse, you can hear people excitedly discussing something.
Ji Qingwu overheard this when he passed by.
The people on the street were well-informed. Before the morning court session ended, they learned that General Wei Ting had returned to the court. They were discussing Wei Ting's great achievements at the border over the years at the tea stalls.
These people also kept praising General Wei for his resourcefulness and how he pretended to be injured to deceive Xi Jin's spies and capture them all in one fell swoop.
Thinking of the scene of meeting Wei Ting again in the palace yesterday, Ji Qingwu paused slightly.
Mi Zhenchuan smiled and said, "Miss Fifth is also interested in General Wei's affairs? The maid you asked me to find who has experience in serving women who have given birth has worked in the Wei family in the east of the city for more than ten years."
Ji Qingwu said calmly: "General Wei has worked hard to guard the border, and I am just grateful like everyone else."
On the other side, the Golden Palace.
Today's morning court lasted exceptionally long.
Wei Ting's quiet return to court greatly surprised all the ministers.
Emperor Wu Su, sitting high on the golden dragon throne, looked through the jade beads hanging from his crown at the expressions of the court officials when they saw Wei Ting appear.
Some are happy, some are sad.
Among them, Tao Ge Lao and a certain minister had faces that were visibly gray.
The water in the court is starting to get muddy, and the big fish can no longer hide and are about to show up.
Emperor Wu Su's eyes flashed with brilliance, and he said in a deep voice: "General Zhenbei has worked hard to station troops in the northern border, and has also wiped out a spy organization in Xijin. Do you want any reward?"
Wei Ting stepped out of the line, and after changing into his official uniform, he looked even more radiant. He bowed his head and clasped his hands, saying, "It is my duty to serve the country, and I dare not take credit for myself. I will not accept any reward that I desire, and I will listen to the emperor's wishes."
Emperor Wu Su said: "General Wei is a man of integrity and a meritorious official of Beili. It doesn't matter if he is a little arrogant."
His eyes fell on the scarlet carpet that stretched to the entrance of the palace.
He said, "After the banquet last night, Concubine Wei mentioned that she wanted to find a suitable person for General Wei, and she even drew up a list of several young ladies from aristocratic families for me to see. I think they are good and suitable for you. What do you think, General Wei?"
This happened last night.
In the past two years, Wei Liru has been paying attention to beautiful and intelligent women when she sees them.
Because Wei Ting left home for the border and had been gone for six years, he had not married, and Wei Liru had always been concerned about her brother's marriage.
This time, she finally waited for him to come back. She prepared the list overnight and sent it to the emperor. At first, Concubine Wei was worried that she would displease the Emperor, but unexpectedly she received a compliment.
Emperor Wu Su raised his hand.
Li Yuzong took the paper from the emperor and handed it to Wei Ting who was standing in the hall.
When Wei Ting first heard that Wei Liru was selecting a marriageable woman for him, he frowned slightly, but when he took the paper in his hand, his expression returned to normal.
Wei Ting glanced at the name on it and found that the handwriting was indeed written by Concubine Wei.
There was still a smile on his lips.
"Your Majesty and Concubine Wei are concerned about my marriage, and I am grateful. However, I have not seen Concubine Wei for many years, and she doesn't know that I already have someone in my heart."
I heard that General Wei, who was in great demand and held military power, loudly announced in the court that he already had someone he loved.
There were whispers in the hall.
Emperor Wu Su sat up straight, his expression changed from careless to serious, and he looked at Wei Ting with a serious gaze.
Lu Juan noticed that the emperor's expression was wrong and immediately stepped forward.
He said in a relaxed tone: "It's rare for General Wei to have a chance to succeed, but I wonder which lady General Wei has taken a fancy to?"
Wei Ting smiled at him.
Lu Juan and Wei Ting knew each other when they were young, and he had some understanding of this smiling tiger who appeared to be gentle and polite.
Wei Ting's fake smile might cause trouble for someone.
He asked, "What are you laughing at, General Wei?"
Wei Ting bowed to him and said, "I am smiling because I think it is a coincidence that the person I like is the sister-in-law of Lord Lu."
As soon as these words were spoken, the noise in the hall became much louder.
Why did Wei Ting fall in love with the girl from the Ji family?
Concubine Wei and the Empress Dowager of the Cining Palace in the palace have been at odds for a long time. Everyone knows that the Wei family and the Ji family, as the mother's family, also look down on each other.
Lu Juan's expression froze. The only unmarried girl in the Ji family was Ji Qingyuan.
He said, "Qing Yuan and General Wei are of suitable age."
Wei Ting said: "Who said that I'm attracted to Ji Qingyuan?"
Lu Juan was shocked: "General Wei is talking about..."
Wei Ting put away the smile, lifted his official robe, and knelt on the ground.
He raised his voice and said, "Your Majesty, since the Emperor wants to grant me a marriage, the one I want to marry is..."
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