AWB Chapter 177 The Queen Mother Agrees to Meet and Make a Decision
Chapter 177 The Queen Mother Agrees to Meet and Make a Decision
"Good intentions lead to bad results? I found a good family for her, and she dares to complain about me? I'm really rebelling against her?" The Queen Mother couldn't help but get angry.
Seeing that the Queen Mother was angry, He Tingxi hurried to comfort her.
"Don't be angry, Grandmother. I am just guessing. I think that this is a good thing, but if it makes the person involved unhappy, wouldn't it be even more uncomfortable? Why not try another way? A way that everyone is happy?"
"A way that makes everyone happy? What is it? Tell me about it." The Queen Mother suddenly became very interested, and her mood gradually calmed down.
"Why not let Mingle meet Ling Junqi in private first. If Mingle likes Ling Junqi, the Royal Grandmother can help them arrange their marriage. In this way, Mingle will definitely be grateful to the Royal Grandmother and will not have any complaints. Wouldn't everyone be happy?" He Tingxi suggested.
"What if Mingle doesn't like Ling Junqi? Wouldn't that mean she missed this good marriage?" the Queen Mother asked.
"Why doesn't the Empress Dowager think the other way around? They didn't have a good impression of each other when they first met and couldn't get along with each other. What about after they get married? How will they live? Wouldn't this delay Mingle?" He Tingxi also asked in return.
After hearing what He Tingxi said, the Queen Mother fell silent for a moment.
Seeing that the Queen Mother hesitated, He Tingxi continued, "Grandmother, there are many good men in our Nanyou Kingdom. If Mingle is really not satisfied with Ling Junqi, just let her do what she wants. There is no need to force it. But if Grandmother insists on bringing Mingle and Ling Junqi together, outsiders will definitely speculate whether Grandmother has received any benefits from Ling Junqi's family. Has Grandmother ever thought about this?"
The Queen Mother was stunned for a moment, then she cursed excitedly: "How could I possibly accept benefits from the Ling Mansion? This is really outrageous."
"My grandson definitely knows what kind of person the Royal Grandmother is, but outsiders don't know. They only see the surface. If the Royal Grandmother's reputation is criticized because of this incident, wouldn't it be a loss?" He Tingxi continued to persuade.
The Queen Mother looked at He Tingxi and nodded repeatedly.
"Tingxi, what you said makes sense. Indeed, there are many good men in Nanyou Country. If you don't like Ling Junqi, just find someone else. Why do you have to be obsessed with Ling Junqi? Being too obsessed will make people doubt our motives. There is no need for this at all."
He Tingxi was overjoyed when he heard this. He flattered her, "Grandmother, you are wise."
The Queen Mother was still worried when she thought about Mingle's future.
"It's easy to say that Mingle likes Ling Junqi, but what if he doesn't like him? After all, Mingle is already eighteen years old, it's time for him to get married. Now your father's mind is on the court, so we should help him share the harem affairs."
Seeing the Queen Mother's bitter face, an idea suddenly came to his mind, and then the corners of his mouth rose slightly.
"Grandmother is right. Father is busy with court affairs, so he can't be bothered by Mingle's affairs. Although I am Mingle's elder brother, Mingle still has his mother. It is not appropriate for me to interfere directly. Therefore, I suggest that Grandmother should discuss this matter with my mother."
"Queen?"
The Queen Mother thought for a while and nodded, "Yes, you are right."
"My grandson thinks that my mother will be able to do it. You see, Ling Junqi has been working beside me, and I never thought of bringing Ling Junqi and Ming Le together. But my mother has a keen eye for talent and picked out Ling Junqi among so many good men. You can imagine how powerful my mother is. Even if Ming Le really doesn't like Ling Junqi, my grandson believes that my mother will definitely be able to find a man better than Ling Junqi." He Tingxi continued to persuade seriously.
The Queen Mother listened to He Tingxi's analysis and quickly understood what He Tingxi meant. She smiled and said, "Tingxi, you have a hidden meaning in your words."
"Grandmother, these are my grandson's heartfelt words." He Tingxi shook his head to deny it.
Seeing this, the Queen Mother smiled helplessly and didn't care.
"Forget it. I understand your thoughts. But you are right. Mingle's marriage should be arranged by your mother, which is in accordance with etiquette and law."
He Tingxi raised the corner of his mouth slightly, and nodded, "Thank you, Grandmother, for your understanding."
"Okay, I'll do as you say. Let Mingle meet Ling Junqi first. If Mingle doesn't like him, ask your mother to help her find a good man." The Queen Mother compromised.
He Tingxi was suddenly very excited. He stood up and bowed to the Queen Mother.
"Thank you, Grandma Huang."
"No need to bow, there are no outsiders here. Please sit down." The Queen Mother said with a smile upon seeing this.
"Yes."
He Tingxi sat down.
"Tingxi, under what circumstances do you plan to let them meet?" the Queen Mother asked curiously.
After thinking for a while, He Tingxi replied, "It's been nearly a year since my grandson got married, and Mingle hasn't come to my Yanwang Mansion. I sincerely invite Mingle to come to Yanwang Mansion for a visit. Because Ling Junqi has been working in Yanwang Mansion, it's natural for them to meet."
"Well, as expected of Tingxi, you know how to make arrangements." The Queen Mother praised.
He Tingxi just smiled.
"Today, I will go back and make some arrangements. Let Ling Junqi dress up and go to see Ming Le in the best condition. As for whether it will work out, it depends on their fate."
"Okay, go ahead. Try to bring them together. After all, Mingle is not young anymore, and as the eldest brother you should do your part." The Queen Mother advised.
"Yes, grandson understands." He Tingxi responded obediently.
"Go ahead and make arrangements," the Queen Mother ordered.
"Yes. Grandmother, I will take my leave."
He Tingxi stood up, bowed, and left the Queen Mother's bedroom.
After he returned to Prince Yan's Mansion, he went straight to the study.
When he returned to the study, he was a little surprised to see not only Ling Junqi but Shi Hui as well.
"Shi Hui, why are you here?"
"It was Young Master Ling who told me that the Queen Mother summoned Your Highness to the palace. I was worried about Your Highness, so I waited here for Him." Shi Hui responded.
"That's great. I have something to tell you too." He Tingxi said as he walked. After he walked to the desk, he sat down.
Shi Hui and Ling Junqi stood in front of the desk, waiting for He Tingxi to speak.
He Tingxi looked at Ling Junqi and sighed slightly.
"The Empress Dowager just asked me to come to the palace to discuss Mingle's marriage. She said she found a good candidate and asked for my opinion."
Shi Hui and Ling Junqi looked at each other, both of them were full of confusion, and Shi Hui spoke first.
"Princess Mingle? The Queen Mother wants to be a matchmaker for Princess Mingle? What does that have to do with Your Highness? Princess Mingle has her own biological mother and the Queen, so why would she ask Your Highness for your opinion?"
"It's none of my business, but the person the Queen Mother found is related to me. That person is Junqi. The Queen Mother wants to bring Mingle and Junqi together and wants to ask for my opinion." He Tingxi looked at Ling Junqi with a helpless look on his face.
Ling Junqi's eyes widened instantly, filled with fear.
"Your Highness? The Queen Mother actually wants to marry Princess Mingle to me? No way?"