Chapter 146
Chapter 146
The emperor and the empress did not stay in Prince Zhan's mansion. Leng Jiuyuan returned to the palace after paying his respects.
Queen Chu's joy was beyond words, but the emperor remained sullen and depressed.
He never expected that his intention only to humiliate Lao Jiu would actually give him a powerful helper and have the Qingyang Sect as his backer.
Qin Wuyi saw the emperor's displeasure and said nothing.
Those young eunuchs observed the emperor's words and expressions and acted very carefully, for fear that they would accidentally anger the emperor and get beaten again.
Arriving at the imperial study, Leng Aotian could no longer hold back, his voice tinged with anger: "Princess Zhan is truly unique. Officials of the fourth rank and above in the court have all gone to Prince Zhan's mansion.
It's not a clique, but it's not far off. What do you think, Qin Wuyi?
Eunuch Qin hurried to smooth things over for Leng Jiuyuan. He said respectfully, "Your Majesty, I'm sorry to say something disrespectful. You're overthinking it.
You don't know that when the fifth and seventh princes got married, more ministers came than today. At that time, You was troubled by state affairs and only let their mother go.
They are not going there for any prince, but to give you face.
If the palace ministers don't go to support your son's wedding, that would be a slap in your face.
This is just like the marriage of an ordinary family's son, it's all about reciprocity.
We are both in the court, but if we avoid each other even on such a major matter as marriage, it will be awkward when we meet. Don't overthink it."
There was a gloom in Emperor Xuancheng's eyes, but the murderous intent was much less.
"It seems that Lao Jiu is really attracted to Xiao Qi. His eyes are full of affection. This is also his weak spot."
Qin Wuyi looked at the emperor's expression. Although he didn't say anything, he felt helpless in his heart. The emperor was still worried about the War King and might come up with some sinister tricks again.
Leng Aotian sat at his desk, thinking silently...
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War Prince's Mansion
The night deepens and the moonlight is like water.
In the bridal chamber, a faint scent of sandalwood and ambergris wafts into the air, making people feel relaxed and happy.
The floor was covered with a gorgeous and soft red carpet. In the middle of the room, a wedding bed made of golden nanmu wood, intricately carved with various patterns, stood out.
The bed was covered with layers of brocade quilts and embroidered blankets.
Each layer is embroidered with exquisite patterns such as auspicious dragons and phoenixes, and mandarin ducks playing in the water, symbolizing a harmonious and long-lasting life together.
On one side of the bed, there is a pair of mandarin duck pillows embroidered with lotus flowers.
On the surrounding walls hang several landscape paintings by famous artists, with delicate brushstrokes and lifelike appearance, adding a touch of elegance and vitality to this festive wedding room.
In the room, red candles with dragon and phoenix patterns flickered, moonlight gauze curtains hung low, and solar-powered wall lamps illuminated the entire room like daylight.
There are gold-plated wedding characters on the boxes, wardrobes and windows.
Leng Jiuyuan was wearing an elegant wedding gown, had a handsome face, and his eyes were shining with longing and expectation for the future.
Ye Qingyan was wearing a phoenix crown and a beautiful bridal gown, and she looked like a fairy walking out of a painting.
The two smiled at each other, their eyes full of tenderness and love, as if the whole world had stopped.
Red dates, longans, lotus seeds, peanuts and other dried fruits are scattered under the quilt on the bed, which means the birth of a son soon.
The bridesmaid and Feng Yi walked in. Feng Yi was holding a glass of wine, and the bridesmaid was smiling: "Congratulations to the prince and princess on their perfect match. May you live happily ever after. Let's drink the wedding wine together."
Ye Qingyan and Leng Jiuyuan smiled at each other, picked up the wine glasses, put their arms around each other, and drank the wine together.
The bridesmaid shouted again: "The ceremony is over. I wish the prince and princess a son soon."
Leng Jiuyuan said, "Go to the housekeeper to collect the reward."
"Thank you, Your Majesty!"
Xi Po and Feng Yi walked out.
Leng Jiuyuan felt relieved, "Xiao Qi, you have finally become my princess. I am willing to hold your hand and grow old with you, and we will be together for the rest of our lives."
Ye Qingyan smiled charmingly.
Leng Jiuyuan was a little shy: "Princess, it's a beautiful day, let's rest."
"I need to take off this phoenix crown first. It's weighing me down and giving me a headache."
They were each busy with their own things. Leng Jiuyuan changed into a quilt and Ye Qingyan wore a thin silk nightgown, revealing her shoulders and delicate figure.
Leng Jiuyuan could no longer suppress his inner ecstasy. He walked forward, picked up Ye Qingyan, and went straight to the bed.
He waved his hand and the bed curtains fell. "Princess, a night of spring is worth a thousand gold. Tonight, you must truly become my woman."
Ye Qingyan's face turned even redder, and the two of them performed the Zhougong ritual on the bed...
It really fits the poem:
The young beauty is in love with each other, and they love each other all night long in the brocade tent. Their bodies are not hindered by any obstacles, and their crazy souls seem to have entered the fairy boat.
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Outside the window, several figures were squatting:
An Yi and Feng Yi, An Er and Feng Jiu, An San and Hua Ling'er, all six of them were eavesdropping.
Nanny Qin was also listening to the noise in the house from a distance, wondering if the princess's body could withstand it.
The sky was full of stars and the moon was bright in the sky. Everyone seemed to see a dragon in the sky, tumbling up and down all over the sky.
The shy moon pulled wisps of white clouds to cover her eyes...
Feng Yi, Feng Jiu and Hua Ling'er all had blushes on their faces.
Which girl is not in love, which boy is not passionate, everyone's heart is eager to move.
Everyone outside was feeling sleepy, but inside the house there was still strong winds and huge waves.
An San pulled Hua Ling'er and came to an apricot tree. He took out a seven-treasure exquisite hairpin. He was a little embarrassed, but still spoke: "Ling'er, I don't know what you like. Seeing Feng Yi and the others like to wear hairpins, I bought one for you too."
Hua Ling'er blushed, "An San, I can't accept it. This hairpin is too valuable."
An San pulled Hua Ling'er's hand and, regardless of the taboos between men and women, directly put it on her head.
Hua Ling'er wanted to refuse, but An San confessed directly: "Ling'er, you are already nineteen years old. I have liked you since the first time I saw you. I hope to marry you one day."
Hua Ling'er's face turned even redder: "But I have no father or mother, I'm an orphan."
“I like you as a person, not your family background.
I am also an orphan. When I was a child, I fainted from hunger on the road. I was rescued by the prince and sent to the Secret Guard Camp.
The prince has been very kind to me, and I have saved up some money, and bought a two-story house and a shop in the capital, so I will never have to worry about food and clothing for the rest of my life."
Hua Ling'er lowered her head. The three An people looked average, with dark skin, probably due to being exposed to the wind and sun outside.
But his martial arts skills are very high, ranking third except for the prince, so he is called An San.
Hua Ling'er thought about how helpless she was and if Qing Yan hadn't saved her, she would have been sold into a brothel.
Now that I have someone who likes me and has a good character, I should also have a home.
Hua Ling'er nodded, a smile on her lips: "But you can't marry anyone else. You can only have me for the rest of your life, unless I die."
An San laughed after hearing this: "I am a secret guard. Do you think I am one of those high-ranking officials who have three wives and four concubines? I have you and you are enough for me."
Hua Ling'er nodded and ran away.
An San finally spoke out his true feelings, and Xin Hua Ling'er agreed, which made him very happy.
Feng Yi and An Yi watched secretly from the side. After they both left, Feng Yi asked, "An Yi, when did An San fall in love with Hua Ling'er?
He really has good vision. Although Hua Ling'er doesn't know martial arts, she is very smart and knows some medical skills.
They are two years apart in age and are quite a good match. It seems we should prepare another gift.
What do you think An San likes about Hua Ling'er?"
An Yi looked at Feng Yi: "In the eyes of a lover, every woman is beautiful, just like I only have eyes for you."
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