Shen Tangning also remembered this matter and nodded: "It's time to start making preparations."
Chi's mother hesitated: "It's the same every year, nothing new. I'm thinking of trying something different this year?"
Upon hearing this, Shen Tangning's eyes flickered as she looked at her, a hint of curiosity in her heart: "Mother, do you already have a plan?"
Mrs. Chi looked at her with a smile: "It's hot now, and I was thinking, why don't we go out as a family to escape the heat? I have a villa in the suburbs of Beijing that you haven't been to yet. The environment there is beautiful, and I guarantee you'll like it!"
Actually, Chi's mother had her own ulterior motives. In the blink of an eye, the young couple had been married for over a year and had been in bed together for several months, but there was still no sign of pregnancy.
She wasn't in a rush to have a grandson, but that's what parents look forward to. Now that her son is an official, he's often so busy that he doesn't get home until late at night!
If this continues, even if Tang Ning doesn't say it, won't she have some complaints in her heart?
A change of scenery would not only enhance the young couple's relationship but also perhaps fulfill their own wishes. Chi's mother thought it was a win-win situation!
Shen Tangning, unaware of her thoughts, casually asked, "Where exactly is the villa that Mother mentioned?"
When Chi's mother heard that there was hope, she suggested a place.
She paused after listening, her face showing a thoughtful expression:
If she remembered correctly, this place seemed to be near the estate where Aunt Fang lived.
Shen Tangning smiled and said, "I think this suggestion is not bad. I'll ask my husband for his opinion later."
"That's great! You asked him yourself, how could he refuse?" Mother Chi's eyes crinkled with delight, secretly planning to have someone make arrangements in advance!
Both sides had their own reasons, but were quite satisfied with the decision.
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“Mother is so thoughtful.” Chi Yan smiled and said, “Since you all agree, I have no objections, but I need to ask for leave in advance.”
He handled several things very well recently, so it shouldn't be difficult for him to take a few days off to rest.
As Chi's mother expected, his wife spoke up herself, so he naturally had no objections.
"By the way, there's something you might find quite interesting," Chi Yan suddenly said.
Seeing his slightly serious expression, Shen Tangning couldn't help but become interested: "What is it?"
"Regarding the State of Qi, ever since Jiang Zhijing returned to Qi, the court and the public have been in an uproar." Chi Yan curled his lips, his eyes filled with a hint of mockery. "First, she publicly announced her identity as a woman in front of the people at the Mingli Gate, causing a sensation among the common people."
Shen Tangning's eyes widened slightly, and a smile quickly appeared in them: "That's like something she would do."
"The Emperor of Qi was furious and immediately sent men to arrest her, but she still managed to escape." Chi Yan shook his head. "She gathered her soldiers and marched straight to the capital, intending to force the Emperor to acknowledge her identity. The Emperor was so angry that he fell ill, and Prince Yong'an, Jiang Zhijing's uncle, temporarily took over the government."
Shen Tangning frowned slightly: "This Prince Yong'an, I don't think I've heard of him before? The Emperor's illness at this time is probably not that simple, is it?"
Chi Yan secretly admired her keen insight and nodded: "Whether the Emperor of Qi is truly ill or there is another hidden reason, only they themselves know. However, one thing is certain: this Prince Yong'an has considerable ambitions."
"Because just today, His Majesty received his letter of appeal, requesting Daqing to send troops to support him in capturing Jiang Zhijing. If the matter is accomplished, he is willing to cede two cities as a reward."
Her heart sank, but she quickly realized: "His Majesty agreed?"
Normally, interfering in another country's internal affairs is a thankless and arduous task, but the other party is willing to cede territory...
I'm afraid Emperor Chongde wouldn't refuse.
She was greeted by Chi Yan's affirmative gaze: "I agree."
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