Chapter 181 The Emperor's Marriage
Ye Hanyi also replied respectfully, "Your Majesty, I was just watching the graceful dance of Princess Pingle, and I was tempted to join in the dance."
Emperor Defeng stroked his beard and smiled, "It's rare that they could work together so well on such a spur-of-the-moment basis. This has really opened my eyes."
This praise made many people envious and jealous.
Empress Sun also laughed and said, "It's not just these three. The other ladies are also very talented. I am overwhelmed by the selection and really don't know how to choose."
Emperor Defeng looked at Xiao Yanci and the other two and said, "Today we are choosing concubines for you three. Do you have anyone you like?"
Xiao Yanheng lowered his brows and eyes, and said respectfully, "I will leave it to my father, the emperor, and my mother, the empress, to make the decision."
Xiao Yanqing also answered in the same way.
When it came to Xiao Yanci, he did not play by the rules and said directly, "Princess Pingle is both virtuous and talented, and has both good character and appearance. I admire her deeply and would like to propose to her with sincerity. I beg the Emperor and the Empress to approve it."
As soon as these words came out, Xiao Yanqing looked at him in disbelief.
He actually hit the ball straight without any detour?
Lu Zhiran was also slightly stunned. She didn't expect him to be so direct.
All the noble ladies looked at Lu Zhiran, each with different expressions.
It seems that the previous rumors about Prince Jin and Princess Pingle were indeed true.
I just don’t know what Ye Hanyi would feel after hearing this.
Li Yunshang also immediately looked at Ye Hanyi, wanting to see her sad expression, but the other party's face was calm and indifferent, and there was no sign of sadness at all.
On the contrary, Concubine Rou opened her beautiful eyes wide, as if she couldn't believe what she heard.
Emperor Defeng was silent for a while, his mood fluctuating.
Empress Sun looked at Xiao Yanci, then at Lu Zhiran, and said with a smile, "Xiao Qi and the Princess of Pingle are indeed a perfect match, with their talent and beauty."
Emperor Defeng stroked his beard, as if considering something.
Concubine Li finally couldn't hold back and spoke, "Princess Pingle is indeed talented and beautiful, but we have to ask Concubine Rou's opinion on this marriage."
She could see clearly just now that Concubine Rou was obviously very surprised, and there was not much joy in her eyes.
No matter how good Lu Zhiran is, she is only marrying for the second time. No mother would want her son to marry such a person. It is even more impossible for Concubine Rou to not despise her since she is so spoiled and picky.
Besides, there is a niece like Ye Hanyi, how could Concubine Rou agree?
Given her brainless personality, how could she not make a scene on the spot?
As long as Concubine Rou objects, it will be useless no matter how much Xiao Yanci begs the emperor.
Emperor Defeng also looked at Concubine Rou, "Concubine Rou, what do you think?"
"The Emperor has the final say."
"Since I'm asking what you mean, just tell me."
Concubine Rou opened her mouth, but her words were completely unexpected. "Princess Pingle is perfect in every way. If you can marry her as your principal consort, I naturally have no objection."
The expression on Concubine Li's face suddenly collapsed.
How could she agree so easily?
Is she willing to let her niece be inferior to others?
Concubine Li couldn't help but speak up, "Pingle County Lady is indeed very kind, but wouldn't this be unfair to Miss Ye? She and Xiao Qi are cousins, and a close relationship between them would be a good story."
Concubine Rou spoke leisurely, neither hurried nor slow, "Han Yi grew up in the countryside and is used to having no rules. Life in the palace is not suitable for her. She came to the capital this time mainly to see me."
It is enough that she is trapped in this palace alone. The Ye family does not need to send other daughters into this cage.
Everyone was stunned. She had never thought of letting Ye Hanyi enter the Seventh Prince's Mansion?
Looking at Ye Hanyi's indifferent expression, everyone finally understood that this person didn't mean that at all.
Li Yunshang felt like she was being fooled.
If that’s the case, why did she deliberately behave like that just now and ask me so many questions about Lu Zhiran?
Emperor Defeng was very satisfied with Concubine Rou's statement and immediately made the decision, "Princess Pingle has an elegant temperament and a calm demeanor. She and Xiaoqi complement each other perfectly. I approve this matter."
Upon hearing this, Xiao Yanci immediately kowtowed to express his gratitude.
"Thank you, Father, for your help."
Lu Zhiran also knelt down to express her gratitude.
Xiao Yanqing was dumbfounded. Is this even possible?
If he had known this earlier, he should have taken the initiative to ask Lu Zhiran to marry him!
Even if she is not on the same page with me, I have to get her first.
But it's too late to say anything now.
My father has spoken the truth, and this matter is a foregone conclusion.
Concubine Li also regretted it. If she had known this would happen, she should not have accepted Zhao Shuning's suggestion and let Jiang Jinnian handle this matter.
If Lu Zhiran had followed his plan, he would have been ruined long ago, so how could all these troubles have happened later?
Xing Chuxue was really happy for her, with a smile on her face.
On the other side, Xing Chuying had a hint of darkness in her eyes.
No one knew that she was aiming for the position of the seventh prince's wife.
With her family background and talent, she is fully worthy of the position of Princess Jin.
Who could have expected that Lu Zhiran would catch the eye of the emperor and Prince Jin with that dance.
Xing Chuxue was just laughing foolishly when Emperor Defeng's eyes fell on her. "Whose family are you from?"
Xing Chuxue was slightly stunned, then hurriedly saluted after realizing what was happening. "I am Xing Chuxue, the second daughter of the Minister of Justice."
Emperor Defeng nodded. "Lord Xing has taught his daughter well. Empress, I think she and Xiaowu are a good match. What do you think?"
Empress Sun looked at the two of them, smiled and nodded, "They are indeed a good match."
"Then she should be Xiaowu's principal wife."
Xiao Yanheng stepped forward and kowtowed to express his gratitude.
Xing Chuxue was stunned, and spoke haltingly after a beat, "Your Majesty, thank you for your grace."
She felt completely unreal. She was just there to make up the numbers, so how, how could she be betrothed out of nowhere? And even become the principal wife?
She secretly turned her head and glanced at the man next to her. Seeing his perfect profile, Xing Chuxue couldn't help swallowing.
It looks so good.
Such a handsome man is going to be her husband? She is really lucky.
"I haven't seen the talents of the others, so I won't match them up randomly. Queen, I'll leave the rest to you."
Empress Sun responded respectfully.
Emperor Defeng continued, "A few days ago, Master Wuchen read Xiaoqi's fortune. He has a special fate. This year, he will only marry a principal wife, a concubine, and a maid. We will choose later."
Everyone was stunned.
Xiao Yanci also showed a look of surprise, as if he heard this for the first time.
Upon hearing this, Concubine Rou immediately lost her composure and asked, "Your Majesty, are Master Wuchen's divinations accurate?"
As a mother, she naturally wants her son to marry more wives and have more children.
Emperor Defeng's face darkened. "Fei Roufei, how could Master Wuchen allow you to question him so casually?"
Concubine Rou was young and Emperor Defeng rarely spoke harshly to her. She also realized that she had said the wrong thing and quickly apologized.
Emperor Defeng softened his tone, "I know you have a motherly heart, but I am also Xiaoqi's father and will not harm him."
After a few more words of comfort, Emperor Defeng left.
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