AWB Chapter 127 But he still couldn't help but care.
Chapter 127 But he still couldn't help but care.
Gao Xian looked up and stared at her intently. "Of course not."
"Marriage is not a trivial matter. I will naturally ask the Jiang family for their opinion before deciding whether or not to grant the marriage."
As soon as he finished speaking, Qin Jiuwei breathed a sigh of relief.
She bowed and said in a sweet, melodious voice, "Thank you so much, Your Majesty. I am deeply grateful."
Gao Xian smiled slightly. "You're welcome."
"Your Majesty," Qin Jiuwei raised her eyes, "I have come here to request Your Majesty to issue an edict to cancel the engagement between the two of us."
She then recounted what Chen Xiuming had done at the theater that day.
After listening, Gao Xian said, "According to what you're saying, Chen Xiuming is indeed not a good match."
Xie Yanli stepped forward, cupped his hands, and said, "What I am thinking is that at the Chrysanthemum Banquet ten days from now, we should send the Imperial Astronomical Bureau to use celestial phenomena to say that the two people's birth charts are incompatible. If they are forced into marriage, there may be a great omen of disaster, endangering the peace of the royal family and the country. In this way, we can justifiably dissolve the engagement and quell any disputes."
He said coldly, "I suppose the Chen family has nothing to say."
After thinking for a moment, Gao Xian nodded.
"This idea is feasible, let's do it your way."
Qin Jiuwei was overjoyed upon hearing this.
With the Emperor's approval, the matter was considered settled.
My cousin will definitely not get into trouble this time.
Qin Jiu turned her head slightly, her eyes sparkling as she looked at Xie Yanli, a charming smile curving her lips.
We really have to thank him for this.
Xie Yanli was also looking at her at that moment, and their eyes met.
As their eyes met, it seemed as if strands of affection were entwined in the air.
They could only see each other's reflections, as if they could only see each other in this world.
Upon seeing this, Gao Xian, who was sitting on the dragon throne, unconsciously clenched his fists, his knuckles turned white, and his face became terribly gloomy.
He turned his head away, lowering his eyes slightly to hide the bitterness in his heart.
After the two of them left, Gao Xian stared blankly at the memorial in front of him, unconsciously turning the jade prayer beads in his hand, trying to calm himself down as soon as possible.
"Your Majesty," Eunuch Li announced, "Princess Qin has sent over some pastries."
Upon hearing this name, Gao Xian frowned deeply.
"Didn't the Empress Dowager punish her by confining her to her room to reflect on her actions? Why is she out here for no reason?"
“Your Majesty, Consort Qin would naturally not dare to disobey the Empress Dowager’s decree,” Eunuch Li immediately replied.
"Consort Qin simply sent someone to deliver a plate of pastries she made herself, hoping to invite His Majesty to taste them."
Mentioning Qin Le'an, Gao Xian couldn't help but think of Qin Jiuwei, whom he had just met.
My heart softened a little.
"Bring the pastries here so I can see them."
Eunuch Li nodded and respectfully presented the pastries.
Gao Xian looked at the pastries, his brows furrowing slightly. He then instructed, "Go to Qingwu Palace and tell her that Consort Qin's pastries are excellent, and I wish to meet her."
"This servant obeys," Eunuch Li said respectfully.
A moment later, a voice, deliberately soft and gentle, rang out, "Your Majesty."
Gao Xian looked up at the woman in front of him.
Qin Le'an wore a moon-white silk dress with a light purple ribbon tied around her waist.
A ribbon tied into a bow hangs gently on one side, swaying slightly with her occasional small movements.
A few strands of hair fell from her temples, making her fair and delicate face appear even more charming.
Gao Xian narrowed his eyes slightly.
As long as Qin Le'an doesn't wear those bright red and purple clothes, and dresses in a more elegant and gentle way, she can improve.
It's just like her...
Qin Le'an endured Gao Xian's scrutinizing gaze, her slender fingers unconsciously fiddling with the hem of her clothes.
But in his heart, he was overjoyed.
She knew that the Emperor couldn't let her go.
It had only been a short time since the last Mid-Autumn Festival banquet, and the Emperor was already eager to see her.
The Emperor truly has her in his heart!
Qin Le'an smiled slightly, her voice softening, "Your Majesty~"
"Don't speak," Gao Xian interrupted coldly.
She doesn't sound like herself anymore...
Qin Le'an opened his mouth, looking very aggrieved.
Why won't she speak...?
Could it be that the Emperor prefers quiet and gentle women?
Qinglan Courtyard.
Qin Jiuwei and Xie Yanli had just sat down in the main room.
A maidservant entered and announced in a gentle voice, "Young Master, Young Madam."
"Young Master Jiang just sent over an invitation, hoping to invite Young Master Chun and his wife to go horseback riding in the western suburbs tomorrow."
Upon hearing this, Xie Yanli laughed in anger.
Jiang Chirang is far too arrogant.
She wanted to travel with Jiuwei, but she also tried to cover up her intentions by bringing Xie Jingchun along.
Does it mean that he, as her husband, doesn't exist?
Qin Jiuwei glanced at Xie Yanli's expression, then turned to the maid and said gently, "Refuse it for me, and tell her that the Princess will speak to you tomorrow..."
"Wait a minute." Xie Yanli interrupted her gently before she could finish speaking.
Qin Jiuwei turned her head and looked at him with some confusion.
Xie Yanli said calmly, "Go and tell Young Master Jiang that we will go horseback riding in the western suburbs tomorrow."
Going together? Xie Yanli is going too?
Qin Jiuwei's pupils dilated instantly, her eyes filled with shock.
Xie Yanli's brow twitched when he saw Qin Jiuwei's shocked expression.
He did indeed have many grievances against Jiang Chirang.
He grew up with Qin Jiuwei, and the two spent a full ten years together.
He spent far more time with her than he did with Qin Jiuwei.
Moreover, Jiang Chirang understood Qin Jiuwei's preferences far better than he did.
Either of these two points would be enough to drive him crazy.
Of course he knew there was nothing between them.
Qin Jiuwei had absolutely no interest in him.
But he still couldn't help but care.
I care about it very much!
He had never hated anyone so much.
I wish Jiang Chirang would just disappear from this world!
But for now, he can still hold back.
After all, Jiuwei cares a lot about the Jiang family, so he wouldn't do anything to Jiang Chirang.
Qin Jiu pursed her lips, but decided to speak anyway.
"Husband, perhaps we shouldn't go..."
What if they start fighting?
Xie Yanli turned to look at her and said frankly, "Don't worry, Madam, I'm not that kind of petty man."
Qin Jiuwei: ……
No, you are.
Upon hearing this, Zizhu's lips twitched involuntarily.
Young Master, do you even believe what you're saying?
Seeing that Xie Yanli seemed to have made up his mind, Qin Jiuwei stopped trying to persuade him.
Make a secret decision in your heart.
I need to ask Xiaohe to prepare a pair of comfortable shoes for me later.
If they really start fighting tomorrow, she'll be able to run faster...
Chen Mansion.
"Master, what did the Emperor say when we met today?"
Mr. Chen hurriedly entered the house, his steps not yet slowed.
Chen's mother came forward, her face full of anxiety, her forehead slightly damp with sweat, and her hands unconsciously twisting the handkerchief in her hands.
"My lord, you're finally back! How did things go? Did the Emperor finally agree to bestow the marriage upon us?"
There was a hint of nervousness in Chen's mother's voice.
Mr. Chen took a slight breath, looking somewhat tired, but still with a hint of relief as he spoke.
"Don't worry, Madam. Although the Emperor did not explicitly agree to the marriage, judging from his attitude, this matter should not be a problem."
Upon hearing this, Chen's mother's anxious expression eased slightly, and she breathed a sigh of relief.
"With the Emperor's decree of marriage, the marriage is a done deal, and our family will be related to Prince Xie from now on."
Mr. Chen nodded and walked into the main house with Mrs. Chen.
Seeing Chen Xiuming kneeling on the ground in the main house, he couldn't help but get angry again.
Veins bulged on his forehead as he shouted, "You unfilial son! If it weren't for your willfulness, I wouldn't have to shamelessly beg the Emperor to grant you a marriage today! And you still don't know what's good for you!"
Chen Xiuming has been kneeling since yesterday, and his clothes are now wrinkled and his hair is disheveled.
Hearing this, he looked up, his eyes filled with shock. "The Emperor really bestowed a marriage upon us?"
Father Chen snorted coldly, "How could it be fake? The imperial edict should be issued in a few days."
Chen Xiuming curled his lip.
He thought the marriage was definitely off.
Who knew that a marriage would be arranged now?
Well, Jiang Yunzhu is quite pretty.
Marrying her wouldn't be a bad deal.
Then she will be the principal wife, and Mengniang the beautiful concubine.
That's what you call the blessing of having multiple wives!