Lin Dagui was even more proud of his judgment. Those who didn't believe him back then must be regretting it now.
When Wei Wangqing was choosing a partner, some people didn't believe it. After hearing Lin Dagui's explanation, they were even less convinced, suspecting that Lin Dagui had been given some benefits and that there was a conspiracy. After all, there's no such thing as a free lunch.
Lin Dagui was furious at the time. What could they possibly want from them? Would they even care about their little bit of money?
Wei Wangqing: You know what, I actually like it!
Now, humph, you'll regret it.
Chen Zhiyan looked at his wife with great admiration, feeling that she had a particularly imposing presence.
But he was also grateful for her kindness, and he knew his father.
Some people outwardly appear to be on good terms with their father, but behind his back they all mock him for being so materialistic that he doesn't deserve to sit with them.
Now that the Queen has made her stance clear, who would dare to openly despise merchants?
However, if they really think it in their hearts, it's not something they can control, but at least they don't put it out in the open, so it won't be so embarrassing.
Moreover, these things always influence people gradually and subtly.
Everything is getting better.
Nan Xiangrong also felt that she and her were getting further and further apart, and she could only look up to her.
I couldn't help but envy the person standing next to her.
Perhaps only if he achieves the highest level, becomes a great general, and becomes a useful person to the country, will she even glance at him.
I looked at him with the same respect I had back then.
Since I can't be her husband, I'll be her subject.
He was willing to be her devoted follower forever, dedicating his entire life to her.
After the banquet ended, everyone was still recovering from the shock of the event.
The Empress is truly remarkable; when she does act, it's astonishing.
They should also adjust to the changes in the new policy.
Meanwhile, Wei Wangqing and Chen Zhiyan returned to their bedchamber.
"Thank you, my wife." Chen Zhiyan grasped Wei Wangqing's hand.
"Why are you thanking me?" Wei Wangqing found it somewhat amusing.
"Thank you for everything you've done for me." Chen Zhiyan was deeply moved, touched that his wife had done so much for him, and that this blessing extended to his family.
Wei Wangqing thought to himself that this was a wonderful misunderstanding. "I was originally going to raise the status of merchants. I could only watch before, but now that I'm the emperor, I have to do something."
Chen Zhiyan thought his wife was being considerate and worried that he would feel bad.
"It's New Year's Eve again. This is the second year we've spent it together." Wei Wangqing couldn't help but sigh at how fast time flies.
"My wife, I am so happy to have you by my side every year."
Wei Wangqing couldn't help but kiss him.
After a long while, Chen Zhiyan raised his hand and pushed Wei Wangqing away.
"My lady, stop making a fuss, the child is still here."
Wei Wangqing leaned close to his ear and said in a hoarse voice, "After the baby is born, you must make it up to me properly."
Chen Zhiyan was so embarrassed that he whispered, "Mmm."
The ice and snow melt, and spring returns to the earth.
The provincial examinations are currently being held in full swing.
A teahouse.
"Hey, have you heard? His Majesty is holding a special imperial examination this year, and I've heard there are a lot of talented people this year. Even those who failed last time have come to participate this time."
"Tch, what's so special about that? Those who failed might not pass again even if they try again. But this time, the Prime Minister's second and sixth daughters will be participating, especially the sixth daughter, Yang Yuyun, whose talent is widely renowned!"
"And there's the second young lady from the Ministry of Works' household, who's also said to be extremely outstanding." Moreover, she's from the Fifth Prince's husband's family. Who knows if the royal family will pull strings because of the Fifth Prince?
"I've heard that a top scholar emerged from Huaicheng, and he's incredibly talented, having won the 'Triple Crown' in several competitions."
"Oh, I know that, but so what? It's just that her background is so unremarkable. I heard she came from a small village. I guess there aren't many talented people there, which is why she won the championship. What great things could she possibly achieve? She's probably already blinded by fame and fortune once she gets to the capital."
Meanwhile, Meng Jiujiu, who was coldly watching all this, felt that she had been misled. She had come to the teahouse to gather information and see what the capital was really like. It turned out that there were always gossips everywhere.
"By the way, speaking of the Ministry of Works' residence, something comes to mind."
"What's the matter?" a group of people asked hurriedly.
“A few days ago, I ran into the young lady of their family at a brothel. I don’t know what happened, but she flew into a rage the night afterward and killed the young master who served her. The scene was extremely horrific, with blood all over the floor, which frightened all the young masters in the brothel to the point of turning pale.”
"Oh my god!"
"Even if you're dissatisfied with that young master, there's no need for you to act like this."
"Yes, I don't know what happened either. I heard that the Fifth Prince settled it in the end."
"The fifth prince is pitiful. He has to deal with such a wife and clean up her messes."
Everyone present sighed deeply.
As Meng Jiujiu listened to these people rambling on and on about the love and hate entanglements of numerous men and women, she lost interest, paid, and left.
Meanwhile, at the Ministry of Works' residence, Wei Wuyan looked at the dejected Wang Fengyue and sneered, "Have you thought it through?"
Dream on!
This whole scene was obviously his doing; how could he possibly let Wang Fengyue cure him?
The more she suffered, the happier he became.
The father pleaded desperately, "Is there really no other way?"
"The imperial physician said that sexual intercourse was forbidden for a year, otherwise all previous efforts would be in vain. Who told your daughter to be unable to resist?" Wei Wuyan said coldly.
"No, it wasn't me. That bitch must have drugged me. Otherwise, how could I..."
"Was it someone who forced you to go to that brothel?" the Fifth Prince retorted.
Wang Fengyue had nothing to say. Originally, she didn't want to go, but her friends insisted on going to a brothel for a get-together, and she couldn't refuse, nor did she want people to see that she was impotent.
Seeing his indifferent attitude, the father was also very angry: "Can't you find a way to help your wife? What good will it do you if she's not happy?"
"Ha, as if I could gain anything from her recovery."
Hearing this, Wang's father thought there was still hope and hurriedly said, "Whatever you want, as long as Yue'er is well, we can give you anything."
Wei Wuyan sneered: "What I want, she can't give me! I want your life, will you give it to me?"
After saying that, he left directly.
The king's father cursed inwardly.
Wang Fengyue, on the other hand, looked utterly hopeless. She was finished, truly finished.
Mother has already started supporting her good second sister. Will it be that in a while no one will know the eldest daughter of the Prince's Mansion, and only the second daughter?
No, absolutely not.
It was Wang Fenglun who ruined her life. If she can't have a good time, she shouldn't expect to have one either!
The following day was the final imperial examination, and Wang Fenglun was making his final push.
But he was interrupted.
"Miss, this is a letter from the Fifth Prince."
Wang Fenglun frowned. The Fifth Prince?
Why would he send her a letter?
Wang Fenglun opened it and his expression immediately turned serious.
She would never allow anyone to ruin her career!
When she achieves fame and success, she should establish her own household.
As for this time...
We have to thank the Fifth Prince. We'll discuss everything after she finishes her exams.
The paper clearly displayed four words: "Dinner is poisoned."
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