"Have you heard? The Great Zhou Dynasty sent its own emperor to marry into the royal family in order to seek peace!" an old woman said with a smile.
The person next to her retorted, "Where did you hear such nonsense? I heard that His Majesty and the Imperial Consort are in love, and the Imperial Consort took the initiative to come for the marriage alliance."
"What nonsense are you talking about? My nephew's wife is the daughter of her uncle's brother, and she works as a palace maid. Do you think she'd lie to me?" the old woman said angrily.
The other person retorted, not to be outdone: "Pah, how dare you say that we're related by some complicated relationship?"
My son, Ah Xing, works as a cook at His Majesty's new school; he definitely knows more than this unreliable relative!
Those chatting nearby, seeing that they were about to start arguing, immediately began to try to stop them.
"Oh dear, we're all from the same village, we see each other all the time, why get angry? Tomorrow is His Majesty's wedding, we should all go and watch the festivities together!"
Upon hearing this, the two arguing people snorted coldly at each other, but stopped hurling insults, thus maintaining a semblance of calm.
Meanwhile, the main characters of this topic—Xu Jinhuan and Zhou Ziheng—are in the Imperial Study.
"Aheng, what are you looking at? Why does your face look so sour?" Xu Jinhuan asked Zhou Ziheng curiously.
Zhou Ziheng, his face ashen, placed a stack of memorials in front of Xu Jinhuan. "These small countries are simply delusional. They actually... they actually..."
Upon hearing this, Xu Jinhuan curiously examined the memorials. They stated that they, like the Great Zhou, wished to send members of the royal family for marriage alliances, only asking that the Huaxia Kingdom not attack them.
When Xu Jinhuan looked at Zhou Ziheng, a knowing glint flashed in her eyes. No wonder his face looked so ugly; he was jealous. How adorable.
Xu Jinhuan casually placed the memorials on the desk, walked to Zhou Ziheng's side, took his hand and said.
“Aheng, we’ve been through so much together, how can anyone else compare? In my heart, you are the only one who can stand by my side.”
Hearing these words, Zhou Ziheng's lips unconsciously curled up. His face flushed slightly, and he gently pulled Xu Jinhuan's hand, pulling her into his arms. "Jinhuan, say more, I want to hear it."
Xu Jinhuan understood Zhou Ziheng's insecurity. She hugged him back and said many sweet words, successfully making this love-struck man, who was overflowing with a sense of security, leave the Imperial Study.
Before they knew it, their wedding day arrived.
As the first female emperor, Xu Jinhuan's wedding attracted much attention, and the people of the capital eagerly awaited it at dawn.
Zhou Ziheng was arranged to stay at the inn in the capital, waiting for Xu Jinhuan to come and marry him.
"Wuyou, what time is it now?" Zhou Ziheng asked.
Wuyou asked helplessly, "Master, you've asked three times in the time it takes for an incense stick to burn, it's really not time for the wedding yet."
Upon hearing this, Zhou Ziheng sat back on the bed, feeling as if each day was an eternity. He had never felt time pass so slowly before, and he wondered what Jin Huan was doing right now...
Just as Zhou Ziheng was eagerly waiting, his beloved finally knocked on the door.
Wearing her wedding attire, Xu Jinhuan asked with a bright smile, "Aheng, would you like to come with me?"
Zhou Ziheng replied earnestly, "I am willing. Wherever you are, I will be there."
The two rode together in a sedan chair with a red gauze curtain, heading towards the palace.
Looking at the people kneeling on both sides of the road to welcome him, Xu Jinhuan twitched his fingers slightly, just about to share the joy with everyone, when he heard a long-lost voice.
[Host, I, Xiao Wang, am back!]
[Huh?! Host, you're married?]
[You even became emperor?]
System Xiao Wang instantly felt he had missed out on his host's wonderful life and was filled with regret. He wished he hadn't returned to the system space so late...
Xu Jinhuan seemed to sense the sadness of his little system and replied with a smile in his heart: "Xiao Wang, long time no see, you're finally back. How did things go?"
Although System Xiao Wang felt regretful for missing its host's moment of glory, the thought that it could accompany its host to the end of its life lessened its regret somewhat.
[Host, it's good news! The main system said I performed well, and not only will it retain my title of "Number One System," it has also granted me special permission to stay with you until the end.]
After finishing speaking, System Xiao Wang excitedly started flipping through the props again, talking as he did so.
[My host's wedding must be a grand affair, so I'll set up some dazzling fireworks to add to the festive atmosphere!]
Before long, festive fireworks appeared in the twilight sky, and the people marveled at the magnificent patterns.
"Wow, look at that dragon, it looks just like the real thing. I feel like I can touch its scales. It's amazing."
"I understand, the Benevolent God is also celebrating His Majesty's wedding!"
"Long live the Benevolent God! Long live His Majesty!"
The people kowtowed respectfully; the fireworks that day were the most beautiful fireworks they had ever seen in their lives.
Xu Jinhuan and Zhou Ziheng entered the palace and, after completing a complex ceremony, finally welcomed their wedding night.
"Jin Huan, today feels like a dream to me." Zhou Ziheng held Xu Jin Huan's hand, his eyes full of love and tenderness.
Xu Jinhuan laughed and pulled Zhou Ziheng by the collar, "Then let this dream last a little longer."
Zhou Ziheng's Adam's apple bobbed, his voice slightly hoarse, "Wife, let's rest now."
...
Ten months later, Xu Jinhuan happily gave birth to twins, a boy and a girl, named Xu Xingyang and Xu Xingyue.
Eighteen years later, in the capital city.
"Mother and Father, did they just abandon us like that?" Xu Xingyang looked at his sister in disbelief.
Xu Xingyue nodded helplessly, "If I understand correctly, that's what the letter said, and the return date is uncertain."
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