Once middle-aged and elderly people fall in love, it's like an old house on fire, and it's out of control.
Zhao Biao returned home, still wondering if they could still have a child at their age?
It would be best if it was a daughter to keep Le Tong company. I’ve already thought of a name for her: Le Xi. How festive!
Zhao Letong was quite pleased with his father's speed. If he hadn't taken action, it would have been fine. But once he took action, he went straight for the marriage. It seemed that the decree to grant the marriage would be coming soon.
But she didn't know that her father wanted to give her a younger sister. He really is young at heart even though he is old.
Sure enough, someone came to the palace the next day. It was Eunuch An, the chief eunuch of Emperor Xuande. Looking at Zhao Biao's rough old face, he felt very complicated. How could such a man win the heart of the eldest princess?
Pretty boys are no longer popular, but old men are?
"Eunuch An, aren't you here to announce the imperial decree? Why are you staring at my father?"
Zhao Letong thought this man was weird. Why was he staring at his father? His father wasn't good-looking either.
Eunuch An didn't dare to offend her. She was the Empress's savior, the Crown Prince's friend, and the Crown Prince showed concern for her every now and then. But this woman had taken down several of the most distinguished people in the palace.
"We will announce the decree right now. Congratulations to General Zhao. This is the decree granting the marriage."
Zhao Biao smiled from ear to ear, "When the wedding comes, father-in-law will come and have a drink at the wedding."
"It's an honor for our family. Please come when you have time. This is a doctor from the Ministry of Personnel. He has come specially to preside over the wedding."
The official surnamed Meng was in his early thirties, with a respectable and refined appearance. He bowed and said, "Greetings, Lord Zhao."
"Don't be polite, Doctor Meng. Thank you for your hard work."
"I should do what I should do. Let's start with Naji today."
"Okay, I'll follow your instructions."
It was quite rare for Zhao Biao to be a groom again at such an old age, and he smiled all the time.
"Dad, I heard that being a son-in-law is like marrying into someone's family. What does this mean for you? Is it marrying into someone's family, or is it letting the eldest princess marry down?"
"Actually, marrying into His Majesty's family isn't impossible. My eldest nephew is already married, so there's no need for you to stay home. It would be nice to go and spend your days with His Majesty alone."
[Dad, do you want some health-preserving pills? I know a few secret recipes that are harmless and effective. I'd like to honor you.]
This series of thoughts made Zhao Biao look numb and his smile faded. As long as it was embarrassing, it would not be a good thing for his daughter to know too much.
Doctor Meng also raised the issue, "Where is Lord Zhao planning to hold his wedding? The Princess's residence or the General's residence? These have different meanings. The Emperor didn't specify, so he asked you to discuss it so I can make the arrangements."
If he went to the Princess's Mansion, Zhao Biao would be the princess's consort, which was equivalent to marrying into the princess's family. He was probably the oldest princess's consort ever found by the royal family.
Zhao Guo and his family lowered their heads, their bodies trembling slightly, and they tried hard to suppress their laughter. They didn't want to laugh, but they really couldn't hold it back anymore.
It's really unfilial to laugh at my father.
Zhao Biao said, "I'll discuss this with His Highness and we'll talk about it later. There's no rush."
"That's right. I'll go to Naji first. Lord Zhao will reply this morning."
"Okay, I'll see Master Meng off."
Zhao Biao also took the opportunity to leave. He didn't want to see the children's curious looks, which made him feel embarrassed.
Zhao Biao didn't think it was a big deal that he was so old and still made a fool of himself by his children.
He went directly to the Princess's residence. The Princess was there as well. When they met again, they couldn't help but avoid each other's gazes, both feeling a little shy.
Nanny Kong found it a little funny. It was the first time she saw His Highness looking so shy. She asked the servants to step back and give them space to talk.
But this would only make the truth more obvious, making Zhao Biao even more uncomfortable. However, the eldest princess was generous and asked first, "General Zhao, what do you want to see me about?"
"Oh, it's like this. The imperial decree for the marriage has come down, and the Ministry of Rites asked me whether it should be held at the Princess's residence or at my home. I came to ask your opinion, and I'll follow your advice."
The eldest princess asked him instead: "What do you think?"
Zhao Biao: "I plan to hold it at home, not for the sake of face, but because I want Your Highness to be an ordinary mistress. With children to be filial to you, you won't be lonely, and our family will be more lively.
Of course, if you like quiet, I will come to the Princess's Mansion. The children have grown up, and it doesn't matter if I am with you or not. I will just accompany you."
The eldest princess was inexpressibly touched. It was the first time someone was so considerate and cared about her opinion.
"Then at your house. I like the hustle and bustle."
"Okay, but my family is not as good as the princess's mansion, and I'm afraid that it will be unfair to Your Highness."
"Marry a chicken, follow the chicken; marry a dog, follow the dog. The General's Mansion is not bad. How can it be worse than a chicken coop and a doghouse?"
"Okay, it's settled. I'll have the house tidied up right away. Princess, do you have any other instructions?"
The eldest princess said: "My maiden name is Xiao Ruonan. You can call me by my first name. You don't have to call me Your Highness all the time. It's too distant."
"Ruonan."
Zhao Biao shouted, "That sounds really nice."
The eldest princess: “…”
After the important matter was settled, the two of them talked about some topics that could not be told to others. They talked for half an hour. Zhao Biao did not want to ruin the reputation of the eldest princess, so he left reluctantly.
Zhao Letong was also busy at home, directing the servants to clean the house. Although his instructions were blind, he just wanted to make things lively.
"Little sister, why are you staying at home today instead of going out to play?"
Mrs. Zhao San came over, pregnant and about to give birth. She was taking a walk in the garden. When she saw Zhao Letong, she asked lovingly and wiped her sweat. Her motherly heart was overwhelmed, and she also wanted to give birth to such a lovely daughter.
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