She felt a little bad; her confidence had really been shaken after coming to Beiyan, making her start to doubt herself.
His gaze shifted, and he saw that the pretty little girl he had just seen outside the door was also sitting with the Lu family. She was talking to the little girl next to her, smiling and looking very happy.
Was that girl also a member of the Lu family?
Are all members of the Lu family this good-looking?
Her eyes darkened, and she clenched her fist in resentment. Then she quickly composed herself, curtsied to the old emperor above, and began to dance.
The old emperor on the platform stared with shining eyes at the young girl dancing gracefully in the center of the hall, not even bothering to speak to the empress and Consort Liu beside him.
Upon seeing this, the Crown Prince sighed and rubbed his forehead. He immediately recalled what his father had said when he had discussed this matter with him: "What's there to worry about? I can't help with other things, but this is no problem."
At the time, he hadn't realized what his father meant by "help," and thought there might be some expedient solution.
Looking back now... well, it was indeed quite a stopgap measure.
However, Xiteng certainly didn't mean it that way. Kaya is Xiteng's most beloved little princess. Even if Xiteng's strength is not as good as Beiyan's now, it shouldn't be bullied by Beiyan like this.
This is absolutely the worst possible strategy.
His father was indeed unreliable.
He Jiuniang was also admiring Kaya's dance. Putting everything else aside, the little princess of Xiteng was indeed dancing very well, with a unique Xiteng style and a special charm.
"Lotus, would you like to learn to dance?"
He Jiuniang turned her head and saw Lianhua looking at Kaya with envy, and couldn't help but ask.
The girls of the Lu family have no need to envy others.
Feeling a little embarrassed that her thoughts had been seen through, Lianhua said, "I'm already this old, I'm afraid..."
"Age is never a reason to stop a person from progressing. As long as you want, I can hire the best dancer in all of Beiyan for you."
Finally, she added, "If you study hard, you can even put on a show for everyone during holidays, wouldn't that be great!"
Lianhua blushed even more after being teased like that. She hadn't even started learning yet, and her aunt was already talking about performing!
"But I still have to take care of the business!"
“Cultivating a successor is like me. Because of your help, I can be so relaxed now. If you cultivate a successor who can replace you, you can also be like me and naturally have time to do what you like.”
He Jiuniang raised her eyebrows, quite pleased to see them all grow up.
Yuya asked eagerly, "Auntie, can I do it too?"
"Of course! I remember your previous ambition was to study, right? Spend your free time studying poetry and books. Maybe in the near future, our Northern Yan will be able to set a precedent for women to serve in the court, and then you will be able to participate in the imperial examinations."
"ah?"
Youya's eyes widened. A woman serving as an official in the imperial court was something she never dared to dream of!
Lu Baichuan, who was standing next to her, turned around at her words. He was initially surprised, but after thinking about it carefully, he felt that it was not impossible. He then said, "As long as Bei Yan becomes strong, nothing is impossible."
And he wanted to contribute to the strength of the country.
The more you give, the more power you gain, and the more qualified you are to speak up for women in this world.
Throughout history, it has been said that women are inferior to men, but having lived for so many years, he knows that many men are actually inferior to women.
Not to mention his almost omnipotent wife, his elderly mother, Sun, Lianhua, and others, as well as Cheng Xuewei, who supported the family business with her own abilities, are all very capable and no less so than the average man.
If they could gain the approval of the imperial court, these women would certainly be able to advance even further.
Yuya's heart, which had been given up on studying, instantly revived. Although it was just their own fantasy now, what if it came true one day?
Then, wouldn't she be able to take the imperial examination and try her luck in the court?
"I understand, Uncle and Aunt. Starting tomorrow, I'll ask Brother Lei for more books to read!"
Sun listened to the children's unrealistic ideas but did not interrupt them, because that was also the scene she wanted to see. She only hoped that she could see such a grand occasion in her lifetime.
The Lu family members chatted quietly while enjoying the dance, but Kaya paid no attention to them because she could feel the burning gaze of the old emperor directly above her.
Although she had never been married and had little experience with men, she still had a natural sense of crisis. The old emperor's gaze was too intense and too threatening, making it impossible for her to ignore him.
Her mind was in turmoil. What was wrong with this old emperor of Bei Yan? Didn't he know why she had come?
He's old enough to be her father, yet he still wants to take advantage of her. He's shameless!
Thinking this, she couldn't help but glance at the Lu family's side again.
No, we must completely nip the old emperor of Beiyan's thoughts in the bud, or her life will be ruined!
After the dance ended, Kaya stopped and, led by the old emperor, clapped her hands loudly. Seeing this, the others also clapped, giving her plenty of face.
However, those with discerning eyes could see the old emperor's feelings for Kaya. The young men who initially had some interest all gave up in disappointment. Daring to compete with the emperor for a woman was simply asking for trouble.
"Your Majesty, Kaya has a small request. I wonder if Your Majesty can grant it?"
Her smile was so sweet that it was impossible to refuse her.
Since the old emperor wanted to show that he was interested in her, he couldn't refuse and said, "Princess, please speak freely."
Kaya took a deep breath, turned and glanced at Denton. She knew Denton would definitely be angry, but there was no way out.
At this moment, Denton was also a little nervous. This little princess was too domineering. There were some things that hadn't been explained in time. If she acted willfully and recklessly, it would be a small matter if she harmed herself, but if she implicated the whole country, she would become a sinner.
Kaya spoke up, saying, "His Majesty the Emperor should know that we, Xiteng, wish to establish an everlasting alliance with Beiyan, and thus sent me here for a marriage alliance. I wish to choose my own marriage partner."
Upon hearing this, the old emperor's face turned somewhat ugly. Did he really look down on him that much?
He was quite handsome and dashing when he was young, wasn't he?
He wanted to refuse her right away, but he had just agreed to her request, leaving him conflicted.
He paused for a moment, then said with a smile, "I wonder which talented young man from our Northern Yan has taken a fancy to, Princess?"
Kaya knew her chance had come, so she turned around and looked around with feigned modesty. The nobles and dignitaries around her sat up straight. If she could be chosen, it would be a great opportunity to have a good in-law family.
Unexpectedly, Kaya turned around, her gaze landing on the location of the Lu family, and her small hand pointed steadily at Lu Baichuan: "I want him."
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