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  Ming Xuan was slightly stunned for a moment, then immediately understood that Huang Yi was saying that Gu Yuanjing's proposal to the Emperor had been successful.

  People with feelings will eventually become family members. The future sister-in-law is also a woman who not only deeply loves her brother but also has a good taste in food, and she is very excited and moved. Such a big person, without regard to Pei Jingchen still being present, hugged and laughed and cried together with Huang Yi. Huang Yi's tears splashed onto her face, cool and astringent, somewhat uncomfortable, but at this moment she didn't want to pull out her hand to wipe away the tear stains on her face, only wanting to deeply hug Huang Yi.

  It's really not easy for Gu Yuanjing and Huang Yi to be together!

  Pei Jingchen looked at the two women who were not paying attention to their demeanor, and was silent for a long time, even feeling a little embarrassed. Just as he was hesitating whether to continue standing here watching them cry and laugh again, or quietly leave and give them some space, Gu Yuanjing lifted the door curtain and came in.

  Gu Yuan Jing stared at the scene, also a bit dazed. However, since his beloved sister and future wife could be so affectionate with each other, he felt relieved and joyful in his heart. He stopped moving forward, afraid that his footsteps would disturb them. Instead, he leaned against the ebony moon-shaped door, gazing deeply and joyfully at them, as if admiring a perfect and beautiful landscape.

  After a long time, the two women who were hugging each other tightly finally parted, and they looked at each other with tears streaming down their faces, and couldn't help but burst out laughing.

  It's okay that she wore yellow clothes, she lived a carefree life in South Xinjiang, always crying when she wanted to cry and laughing when she wanted to laugh. Gu Yuanjing and Pei Jingchen were like family to her, so she didn't mind showing her emotions in front of them.

  Ke Ming Xuan was a bit awkward, whether in her past life or present, she was not a woman who wore her emotions on her sleeve. Her joys and sorrows were rarely seen by others, and calmness was always her trademark. Since arriving in the Zhou Dynasty, the worldly rules governing women's etiquette were extremely strict. As a member of the aristocracy, she had to conform to and blend in with the laws of this era in order to live a better life. Therefore, her usual demeanor and behavior were exemplary of a noble lady, and if one looked at her temperament and conduct, she was already a true ancient Zhou Dynasty person.

  So, the other party was so presumptuous that she felt a bit embarrassed. After glancing at Pei Jingchen and Gu Yuanjing with playful smiles, she became even more flushed and gritted her teeth, saying, "I'm pregnant, I shouldn't be too excited or sad, why didn't you two stop me from getting angry?"

  This is making an excuse for oneself.

  Pei Jingchen couldn't help but laugh out loud, he stepped forward and wrapped Ming Xuan in his arms, gently placing his hand on her slightly bulging abdomen, feeling it for a while before saying, "Our child says that his mother is overjoyed to the point of tears. It's nothing serious."

  Ming Xuan's face turned red as she glared at him, seeing Huang Yi standing calmly like nothing was wrong. She couldn't help but secretly scold herself for being too sentimental. Whether it was Pei Jingchen or Gu Yuanjing, they were the men closest to her in this life. Even if she cried and laughed in front of them, losing her usual dignified manners, what did that matter? If she had to maintain a facade even in front of her own family, wouldn't that be exhausting?

  She thought so, and her heart also became calm. Smiling, she invited everyone to sit down, then asked, "Brother, tell me, how did the Emperor finally agree?"

  Gu Yuanjing's eyes deepened, "The Emperor asked me if I was willing to go to the southern border Miao village for a grand wedding, I said yes, and he agreed."

  He spoke simply, but Pei Jingchen and Ming Xuan were both people who could hear the sound of a string and understand the elegant meaning, so they immediately understood what he meant.

  The Crown Prince of Lin Nan entered the capital on January 15th to attend the Lantern Festival banquet in place of his father, and it has already been two months until today. He repeatedly requested to return home due to his father's illness in the southern border, but the Emperor kept putting it off. The Crown Prince was very anxious before, but these days he suddenly became calm again and stopped asking the Emperor for leave. The Crown Prince and his wife spent their days peacefully at the post station, reciting poetry and enjoying music, which is completely different from when they were eager to leave Shengjing without caring about anything.

  This instead made the Emperor feel uneasy and worried that the sudden change in Prince of Southern Peace was due to his contact with spies from the South.

  If King of Lin Nan is to rebel, he must first capture Pingzhou which borders it, but at this time there is no news from Pingzhou, so King of Lin Nan has not yet acted. Therefore, the Emperor wants to take the initiative and strike first, before King of Lin Nan rebels or not, with a swift and decisive move, to send the edict to withdraw the fiefdom to Lin Nan one step ahead.

  The emperor no longer wants to wait.

  Anyway, at present, there are only two vassal kings of the Zhou Dynasty: Lin Nan Wang and Qingping Jun Wang. The fiefdom of Qingping Jun Wang, Rongzhou, is close to Shengjing, but it is small and barren, and it is under the emperor's eyes, so although he is a vassal king, he actually has no great power, and it would be more comfortable for him to be an idle prince in Shengjing. Many years ago, Qingping Jun Wang had already submitted a petition to return to the capital, and if the emperor were to announce the abolition of the vassal kingdoms now, Qingping Jun Wang would certainly raise both hands in support.

  Once Qingping Junwang Zan was won over, Lin Nan Wang wanted to cast a dissenting vote, which would be a seditious plot, and the Emperor could then issue an edict to call up troops to quell the rebellion.

  Pingfan is likely to face war directly, and the Emperor needs someone capable and reliable to go there.

  Gu Yuanjing had been in the northwest for nearly four years, fighting on the battlefield, from reconnaissance to combat, with extremely rich experience. He was also well-read in military books and used troops with clever strategies, making him a capable general. Last year, he went to the southern border by imperial order, secretly collecting evidence of Lin Nan Wang's treachery, infiltrating the enemy camp, knowing himself and his enemies, having a certain understanding of the harsh terrain of the southern border. He had also clashed with the people of Lin Nan Wang's mansion, estimating the enemy's strength.

  If an envoy were to be sent to the southern border to announce the edict of withdrawing the vassal, then undoubtedly, Guo Yuanjing would be the most suitable candidate.

  So, Your Majesty asked Empress Pei to summon Ming Xuan and Huang Yi into the palace, pretending to be interested in them, but actually forcing Gu Yuanjing to take the initiative to propose?

  Huang Yi followed Gu Yuanjing to Shengjing City and stayed at Ming Xuan's dowry house in the southern suburbs after entering the city. Later, she also entered the Zhen Guo Gong Fu, and when Ming Xuan and her husband moved out, Huang Yi followed them to the Anping Wang Fu. Considering the cause and effect, it is easy to infer the relationship between Huang Yi and Gu Yuanjing. Perhaps Gu Yuanjing had also reported on his interactions with the Miao people during his previous work report.

  The emperor cannot be unaware of this relationship.

  But it's one thing for him to take the initiative to marry off Gu Yuanjing and Huang Yi, and another thing altogether for Gu Yuanjing to ask for marriage himself.

  The Emperor hoped that Gu Yuanjing would bring the imperial edict to marry in the southern border of Miao Village and marry Huang Yi, which meant that he wanted to control the battlefield within the scope of the southern border. Once Gu Yuanjing became the son-in-law of the Miao tribe's chieftain, it meant that the Miao village was tied to the Emperor in the eyes of the world, not only a strong threat to Lin Nan Wang but also with unpredictable deterrent power.

  For the Miao Village, even if they have been independent for hundreds of years and are almost forgotten by the world, as long as their roots remain in the south, they will still be subjects of the Zhou Dynasty. The emperor's decree to marry them off is something they cannot disobey, no matter how unwilling they may be. Furthermore, Huang Yi likes Gu Yuanjing, so this marriage will undoubtedly take place.

  The emperor's words were reasonable, but Gu Yuanjing had no choice but to agree.

  Compared to the three people present, Huang Yi's thoughts were much simpler. She smiled casually and said, "My father and brother actually both like Brother Jing very much. It's just that between the nobles of Shengjing and our Southern Miao tribe, not only are there huge differences in ideology, but also a mismatch in social status. They're afraid that if I were to be with Brother Jing, it would end in heartbreak, so they strongly opposed it. Now that we have the Emperor's decree, even if they wanted to say something, they wouldn't dare. Our tribe will also bless our union."

  She raised an eyebrow, "As for the Emperor's plans, that's just his own wishful thinking. My father and brother are duty-bound to protect our clan members' lives and safety, they will absolutely not get involved in the power struggles among the Zhou Dynasty's nobles. At most, they might lend a hand when Brother Jing is in danger."

  As long as I can be with Gu Yuanjing openly and honestly, the rest doesn't matter. Huang Yi really didn't think too much about it. Nor is there a need to think too much.

  Gu Yuanjing liked Huang Yi's sincerity, seeing that she had no grievances in her heart for being used. He smiled and said, "Although the army of Lin Nan Wang is strong, they are unjustified in their actions and will not achieve great things. Don't worry, when we arrive at Miao Village, I will make it clear to your father and brother that even if we must fight, I, Gu Yuanjing, do not need the Yue family to get involved."

  He turned his head and said to Ming Huan, "The other day, the elders of the clan have already divided the family property of the Hou Mansion. Although I haven't moved out yet, it's actually considered a division of the house. My marriage is not under the control of my uncle and aunt, and in the future, when we return to Shengjing to hold another wedding ceremony, I'm afraid I'll need my sister to help me with the arrangements. Also, on Grandmother's side, I'm afraid she might have a hard time accepting it for a while, so if you have time, please help me persuade her and say a few good words!"

  In early March, the elders of the Gu family came to the mansion at the invitation of Yongning Hou to preside over the division of property ceremony. Almost all the things in the treasury were divided up. Gu Yuanjing was timely registered under the name of Lu's family, so the three houses of Gu's family also got a considerable sum. In recent days, each house of Gu's family has been busy sorting out their belongings. The new house is also being renovated and cleaned. It is said that they will move out one after another before April.

  Ming Xuan nodded, "Since the emperor is in such a hurry, I'm afraid brother and Huang Yi will have to set off soon. I'm worried we won't have time to tidy up the house. How about this, I'll help take care of our new home and arrange it for you, so when you return, there will be a ready-made place for you to live in. If anything is not to your liking, we can slowly make changes after you return."

  Gu Yuanjing's new house is located in Ping'an Alley, only two streets away from the Anping Wangfu. From the corner door, it's just a short half-hour walk, which is why Gu Yuanjing chose this house to be close to his sister. The house isn't too big, but it's not small either. With only him left in the family of three, even if he were to get married and have children, the house would still be sufficient. However, due to his busy schedule, he hasn't had time to decorate the place, and as of now, it's barely habitable. If he were to hold a wedding ceremony and welcome a new bride, it would seem rather hasty.

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