Consort Yun was so angry with Pei Xi that she decided to go to the Empress's palace to vent her frustrations.
Since the winter solstice, she has come to terms with reality, completely abandoned her obsession with encouraging Pei Xi to seize the throne, and her relationship with the empress has become much more harmonious.
Consort Yun no longer sought favor and spent her free time helping the Empress with the trivial matters of the harem, leading a much more leisurely life than before.
Before leaving the palace, he encountered Pei Feng, who had come to pay his respects.
Emperor Jingyuan issued an edict ordering Pei Feng to guard the border of Donglai. Pei Feng has come today to say goodbye.
He was once deceived by Song Tingyue and did many foolish things, for which he paid the price.
Pei Xi was angry with Consort Yun because of the marriage, but he was very happy to see his elder brother and chatted with him affectionately.
The two brothers sat facing each other, drinking tea. Looking at Pei Xi's official robes adorned with pine and crane motifs, Pei Feng chuckled to himself.
Pei Xi went to the Ministry of Works last month. It was Pei Xuan who arranged it for him. He has never been idle since he was a child and likes construction. This position suits his interests.
"I used to think my third brother was stupid, but I was wrong. It turns out you are the smartest one."
Pei Xi chuckled indifferently and didn't refute.
He had heard this countless times; his ears were practically calloused from hearing it.
Since he took up his post in the Ministry of Works, those who used to look down on him for being idle have gradually changed their tune. They even said that he had long ago clung to Pei Xuan's coattails and had foreseen this day. In the end, only he benefited from the infighting among the princes, and he was the one who kept the most secret.
Even Consort Yun began to believe that he was wise in disguise, and often looked at him with a wise gaze.
Pei Xi was speechless.
In terms of martial prowess and strategy, he is no match for Pei Feng; in terms of wisdom and forbearance, he is no match for Pei Jin.
Judging by his intelligence, if he were to fight Pei Xuan, his fate would be even worse than those two.
In this world, commoners yearn for the nobility, princes vie for the crown prince position, and when they finally reach the supreme throne, they dream of being remembered for eternity.
He simply knows how to be content.
My only wish right now is to marry the person I love.
Thinking of this, Pei Xi's ears turned red.
He hasn't seen Jiang Wan since their divorce, and he doesn't know how she's doing now.
At his age, he was just beginning to experience romantic feelings, and Pei Xi knew he was far from being deeply in love.
He was happy whenever he saw Jiang Wan, feeling that she was better than others in every way.
Since he insists on getting married, why doesn't he marry someone he likes?
However, my mother might not agree.
Pei Xi planned to tell his elder brother, the Crown Prince, about his thoughts first. If he could get his support, his mother might be able to give in.
He pondered it for an entire afternoon and finally made up his mind.
Just as I was about to go to the East Palace, I saw Consort Yun enter.
Consort Yun looked puzzled, and Pei Xi asked, "Didn't you go to the Empress's palace? What happened?"
Consort Yun said, "The Crown Prince is getting married."
Pei Xi, who had reached the door, suddenly stopped and turned around in surprise, asking, "What?"
Consort Yun took a sip of tea and gradually calmed down from her surprise.
She had just gone to the Empress's palace, intending to ask Pei Jin for a favor, but found the servants there extremely busy, seemingly organizing the storeroom's contents. A whole host of rare and precious treasures were being brought out and listed on a long list.
The Empress summoned the head of the Imperial Household Department and instructed him to expedite the production of embroidered items, including two Shu brocade mandarin duck quilts.
The Empress was in a very good mood, her eyes and brows beaming with joy.
Even if Consort Yun were slow-witted, she could guess what had happened.
In fact, she had already noticed the subtle signs of Pei Xuan's feelings before.
To her surprise, the Empress had already begun preparations for the wedding.
Although wedding preparations are elaborate and elaborate, it is not surprising that preparations are made six months to a year in advance.
But the Crown Prince's wedding is such a momentous event, and the fact that the Empress is making such a grand preparation indicates that Emperor Jingyuan has already agreed, and all that's missing is an imperial decree to grant the marriage.
Consort Yun sighed inwardly.
Not long ago, after the evil deeds of Yuan Shi and Song Ziyu were exposed to the world, the entire harem was filled with lamentations about Jiang Wan's miserable fate.
Unexpectedly, she had such great luck in the blink of an eye.
Given the current situation in the Eastern Palace, today she is the Crown Princess, and tomorrow she will be the Empress, the mother of the nation.
Consort Yun sighed inwardly.
I was surprised when I first heard about this, but upon closer reflection, considering her background, appearance, and character, Jiang Wan was qualified to be the Crown Princess.
Apart from that past engagement.
But Pei Xuan didn't mind at all, and even remained unmarried for many years, just to wait for her to divorce him. How could anyone else dare to say a word?
"Mother, I'm talking to you!" Pei Xi said excitedly. "My brother, the Crown Prince, is getting married, but I didn't know anything about it. Which noble lady is he going to marry?"
“Miss Jiang,” said Consort Yun.
After Jiang Wan divorced, her way of addressing him naturally changed as well.
Pei Xi said "Oh," and didn't react for a moment. Then, she asked with a grin, "Which Jiang family?"
"Which Jiang family in the capital is worthy of the Crown Princess's status?" Consort Yun asked. "Naturally, it's the Prime Minister's family, Jiang Wan."
“…”
Pei Xi's smile froze on her face, her eyes widened, and she almost broke into a choked voice when she opened her mouth.
"...Who, Jiang Wan?"
"How is that possible!"
"Keep your voice down!" Consort Yun was startled by his reaction. "This matter has not yet been made public. Do not go around talking about it, lest you disappoint the Crown Prince."
"What's the sentiment behind this?"
“His Majesty and the Empress have already agreed to the marriage. The marriage decree has not yet been issued, so we are naturally waiting for Miss Jiang to nod in agreement,” said Consort Yun. “After all, her previous marriage was by imperial decree. The Crown Prince is respecting her and will only request the decree after she confirms her feelings and nods in agreement.”
Pei Xi was still in shock, his heart filled with mixed feelings. He frowned and said, "I didn't see any sign that Jiang Wan liked the Crown Prince. Maybe she won't even agree!"
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