Chapter 229: Proposal?
How about a reward" Qian Tingxuan leaned in close to her face.“Get out!” Xiao Yu Ge pushed him aside and walked towards the disheveled old ghost: “Now it’s my turn!” This dog-like scum had harmed so m...Fortunately, it was finally discovered that the person who killed the three young masters of the capital was someone else. Given their usual actions, the Emperor also believed they deserved their punishment; Minister Rong of the Ministry of Punishments and the three individuals, Fan Li included, were negligent in their duty. They were not only dismissed from their official positions but also exiled to the borderlands, where it is estimated that they will never return for the rest of their lives.
After that, the Emperor again sent Xiao Yuge's songs.
“My dear Ge’er, you have saved the day this time. Tell me, what reward do you desire Anything at all, I shall grant it to you!” The Emperor looked upon this small child before him. A hint of gentleness graced his normally stern face, more so than ever before. He had once thought that Xiao Yu Ge relied solely on her beauty to ensnare men, a mere temptress causing trouble. But now he saw her for who she truly was: a simple and kind young girl. His voice held a newfound warmth.
Thousands of thoughts anxiously hinted at Xiao Yuge, he thought Xiao Yuge would take the opportunity to ask the Emperor for a marriage, even the Emperor thought that Xiao Yuge would ask him for a marriage. Now Hakza has no right to marry her anymore, the rest is only Mu Cang. If at this time, Xiao Yuge takes the initiative to ask the emperor to marry the prince, then he will go with the flow and grant the marriage, and Mu Cang will be helpless.
“The young woman wants to seek a favor...” Xiao Yu Ge unconsciously glanced at Qian Ting Xuan.
"What kind of favor Speak it out, and I shall grant it!" The emperor followed her gaze, thinking she wanted to be betrothed to Qian Tingxuan. If that was her wish, he would readily agree.
The woman bravely asked the Emperor for a golden amulet of immunity from death!
"A get-out-of-jail-free card"
To everyone's surprise, she did not ask for a marriage proposal nor any gifts, but instead demanded a golden amulet of immunity.
"My father holds the position of prime minister. Over the years, he has made many enemies in the court. If one day the Prime Minister's Mansion loses its power, I implore Your Majesty to remember my father's years of hard work for the country and protect us!" Xiao Yuge knew that Xiao Yufu was reckless and, driven by revenge, would eventually bring disaster to the Prime Minister's Mansion. She obtained this amulet of immunity hoping that it would protect her parents if the worst came to pass. This could be considered her last act of loyalty to the Prime Minister's Mansion, a way to repay her parents for over ten years of raising her!
"Unexpectedly, even though you are no longer a daughter of the Xiao family, you still care so much for it. The prime minister has not raised you in vain. Very well! I grant your request!"
"Thank Your Majesty for your grace!" Xiao Yu Ge knelt down and thanked her: "Please keep this matter secret from the people for now, Your Majesty!"
The Emperor nodded. “Rest assured, there’s only me, the Prince and the Crown Prince here. We will keep it a secret for you. The Xiao family raised you well, it was worth it!”
"Your Majesty!"
"Alright, there's nothing else. You may retire now." Although the Emperor wasn't particularly fond of Ge’er before, this time if not for her, he might have already been gone. Besides what Ge’er had just said, he couldn't help but look at her with newfound respect, and it seemed he understood why the Crown Prince and the others were so attached to Xiao Yuge. Such a beautiful girl, kindhearted as well, how could several men resist her
"The woman is retiring!" Xiao Yuge respectfully stepped back, and Qian Tingxuan also wanted to chase after her.
"Ting Xuan, stay!" But at this moment, the Emperor called out to him.
"Little song, wait for me at the palace gate. I'll be there soon." Qian Tingxuan caressed her head as if no one else was around, his gentle eyes seemingly holding only her presence.
"Mmm." Xiao Yuge smiled sweetly and nodded at him.
"Father, this son shall take his leave first." Qian Sichin saw her walk out of the hall, so he hurriedly followed suit and exited as well.
The Emperor did not stop him, he only subconsciously looked at Qian Tingxuan. He thought Qian Tingxuan would be angry about this, but he saw that he seemed very calm.
"Qing Xuan, although Fan Li and the others were in the wrong this time, you went a bit too far. They are all officials appointed by the court, how can you treat them like this" He didn't say anything just now, of course, because he was shielding Qian Qing Xuan in his heart. Now that no one is around, he naturally needs to reprimand him.
“They injured Little Song like that. My younger brother wouldn't have them executed for their crimes, already showing great mercy.” Qian Tingxuan straightened his back, he didn’t think he was wrong at all. Of course, those four old men wanting to safely reach the border was impossible.
"You!" The Emperor gasped, the pain in his wound flaring.
"Big brother!" Qian Tingxuan hurriedly stepped forward to help him up.
"You lot, are you all trying to drive me mad on purpose" The Emperor glared at him, his beard bristling with anger: "Why did you have to like Xiao Yuge Couldn't you have liked someone else She's already betrothed to Princess Si Chen! If this gets out, where will I put my face Stealing a woman from your own cousin, are you even ashamed of yourself"
"What else could I possibly want with a younger sister-in-law Besides, Xiao Ge'er and Si Chen have already broken off their engagement. It was Your Imperial Highness who decreed it, so she is now free to choose her own spouse. Why can't my younger brother marry her" Qian Tingxuan was completely nonchalant. Even if Xiao Ge'er and Si Chen were about to get married, he would dare to snatch her away at the wedding. He didn't care about face; all that mattered was having her by his side.
"You!" The Emperor now felt a headache the moment he saw him: "You also saw it, even Mu Cang likes Ge'er now, what should I do"
"That's simple, Your Imperial Brother bestows his sister-in-law upon my younger brother, then all thoughts will be dispelled. Of course, even if your Imperial Brother does not issue an edict of marriage, my younger brother would marry her. In this life, the only wife my younger brother will have is her." Qian Tingxuan said very seriously, not at all like he was joking.
The Emperor was confused: "What's so great about her She's just a little prettier than the others. Don't you have any other beauties outside who are more beautiful than her Why must it be her"
"She's perfect in every way. Those people out there can't even compare to her pinky toe." Maybe, that's just love!
The Emperor stroked his brow and asked, "Then tell me, what stage have you reached with her now I heard she has been recovering at your residence these days, and rumors are spreading like wildfire outside. They say you two are already involved, is it true"
"What does your highness mean" Qian Tingxuan feigned ignorance. He was unmarried, and he wouldn't touch Xiao Ge'er, but he had done all the necessary cuddling and hugging.
The Emperor was furious: "You! Are you only going to tell me the truth after all the children are born" He also felt it was difficult to ask, and at that moment, he could do nothing but sigh: "If you're going to get married, you should at least tell your mother."
"My younger brother entered the palace today, and I also intended to visit Mother Empress. However, I don't know if Mother Empress will see me..." Qian Tingxuan's eyes dimmed. After so many years, Mother Empress had been in the Buddhist hall. Every time he returned to pay his respects, Mother Empress would not meet him, which made him very sad.
The emperor let out a sigh: “My mother has not been well in recent years. Last month, when I went to see her, she had lost a lot of weight. I arranged for the imperial physician to check on her, but she refused. I really couldn't do anything..."wiped out the Miao Ling clan"Ming Yang shook his head. "There's no news yet. The place is too remote. If it weren't for the Princess bringing word from there, we wouldn't even know anyone lived there....