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In the capital, Eastern Palace.
Zhou Zhiquan stood outside, looking up and murmuring, "It seems to be getting hotter here. Is the prince really going to stay in Nanping until autumn?"
As he spoke, he saw a guard approaching quickly from a distance. Zhou Zhiquan stepped forward, looked around, and then asked, "Is there any letter from the prince?"
The guard handed a letter to Zhou Zhiquan and said, "Recently, the emperor received the prince's Imperial Report. It seems that Liu Qingshan, the Prefect of Nanping, has been oppressing the people and was dismissed for misconduct."
"Oh." Zhou Zhiquan smacked his lips; he was naturally aware of this matter. "Is there nothing else?"
"It seems not," the guard shook his head and then smiled, "The prince's Southern Tour was originally because he had just recovered from a serious illness in the capital. The emperor granted him leave to relax. There’s nothing major happening; that misty Jiangnan region is filled with soft words and gentle songs... hmm?" At this, the guard revealed an expression of mutual understanding. Zhou Zhiquan nodded in agreement, and they exchanged smiles.
Zhou Zhiquan bowed and said, "Then Lord Su, please take care. I must go in to serve the Crown Prince."
"Alright, alright. Zhou Gonggong, hurry up; the Crown Prince is important." The guard immediately smiled and stepped aside to let Zhou Zhiquan enter the room first.
Zhou Zhiquan pushed the door open and entered. The Crown Prince was sitting at a desk, carefully folding a piece of letter paper and placing it into a small sealed tube before handing it to the Shadow Guard standing respectfully beside him. The Shadow Guard said nothing, took the sealed letter with both hands, and disappeared through the window. Zhou Zhiquan stood by, acting as if nothing had happened, still smiling as he handed the letter to the Crown Prince. "Your Highness, this is a letter from the emperor for you; it’s from the prince."
"Mm." The Crown Prince took the letter from Zhou Zhiquan's hand, opened it to glance at it, sighed, and placed it on the desk beside him.
Zhou Zhiquan cautiously observed the Crown Prince's expression and tentatively asked, "Servant heard news from the previous dynasty that the prince is requesting a marriage decree from the emperor. It seems he has encountered that 'fated person' he mentioned?"
After waiting for a moment with his head down, there was still silence. "Your Highness?" Zhou Zhiquan raised his head to look at the Crown Prince.
"Sigh..." The Crown Prince sighed deeply while standing by the window. "Perhaps; I am not sure." After saying that, he returned to his desk and continued to hold up his book; there were still some assignments from his teacher that needed consideration today.
Since He Yu has already made his decision, there is no need to worry; perhaps it truly is something we don't need to worry about.
Nanping, Xiao Family.
The Xiao Family gathered in the main house. Madam Xiao held Xiao Yao's hand anxiously and said, "Yao Yao, marriage is a serious matter; how can you be so reckless as a daughter-in-law?"
"I have thought it through, Mother," Xiao Yao smiled at Madam Xiao. "Marrying the prince isn't such a bad thing, is it?"
"But..." Madam Xiao sighed deeply. Xiao Guangzheng, standing nearby, said, "You went to find the prince without discussing it with us; how can you be so impulsive?"
"I'm sorry..." Xiao Yao knew she had acted recklessly in this matter, but upon reflection, even if she had consulted her parents first, would the outcome have been any different? The final result would likely still be the same; it would just have taken longer to reach that conclusion. Xiao Mo Yi gritted his teeth and said, "Did that prince threaten you? Tell Elder Brother; he will go confront the prince!"
Xiao Yao shook her head, still smiling. "The prince didn't do anything; I agreed on my own."
"Sister, you really don't have feelings for the prince, do you?" Xiao Moxian looked at Xiao Yao and speculated.
"Parents, Elder Brother, please don't say anything more. Since I have agreed to this matter myself, I will take responsibility for it," Xiao Yao's gaze swept across her family's faces. Seeing their unmasked concern for her made her heart feel warm.
In just half a year, Xiao Yao truly felt what it meant to have a real family. Her father was strict but never hid his affection for her; he provided her with the best of everything he could find. As for her mother, while she was still recovering from illness, both her mother and sister-in-law stayed up all night caring for her. Elder Brother's unconditional pampering was evident; although he often scolded her and loved to bicker with her, they all cared deeply for her. For such a family, what reason did she have not to share some burdens?
Moreover, "As a daughter, I am going to be the prince's Primary Wife, officially recognized as his consort. What is there to worry about? Right, Elder Brother?" Xiao Yao winked at Xiao Mo Yi, signaling him to help her out.
Xiao Mo Yi forced a smile and moved his lips but ultimately said nothing. Li and Madam Xiao had already begun to quietly wipe away their tears. Even in Xiao Guangzheng's eyes glistened with tears; everyone knew that this time, Xiao Yao was determined to marry, and no one had the power to stop her.
A family was sitting in silence when Yun Yue entered and said, "Sir, Madam, the prince has arrived."
Everyone immediately stood up. Xiao Guangzheng nodded, "Alright, I understand. You may leave now."
Yun Yue responded and exited. Not long after, He Yu entered the room. Xiao Guangzheng put on a smile, "Prince, did you rest well yesterday?"
"Very well," He Yu seemed to be in a good mood.
Of course, considering he was about to embrace his beloved, it was impossible for him to be in a bad mood. He Yu sat down and noticed everyone was still standing, so he smiled and said, "Why is everyone standing? Please sit down. We are about to become one family; there’s no need for such formality."
Xiao Mo looked at He Yu's smiling face and felt an urge to act but was held back by Xiao Moxian. Xiao Moxian whispered in Xiao Mo Yi's ear, "If you truly want what’s best for your sister, calm down." While saying this, he pulled him down into a chair. When He Yu saw that everyone had taken their seats, Xiao Yao naturally sat beside him. He Yu noticed this and smiled, "I have already requested the emperor's decree for marriage; I believe the edict will arrive in the next few days. Xiao Laoye, rest assured, I will never let Xiao Yao suffer any grievances."
"Oh, in that case, Prince, thank you for your efforts," Xiao Guangzheng didn’t know what else to say.
"There's no need to mention efforts; this is a significant matter for me as well. As Xuanping Wang marrying Xiao Yao, it must be announced," He Yu said confidently while reaching out to hold Xiao Yao's hand, his gaze filled with affection.
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