strictlysupreme Chapter 228 I like him
Chapter 228 I like him
Things have come to this point. What else can he do? Even considering that Prime Minister Gu has worked hard for the country for half his life, it is not appropriate to kick Gu Mingzhe, a patient, out of the princess's mansion.
The court still needs Prime Minister Gu to make plans. This... Emperor Yong was a little embarrassed. "Zhaohua, what do you think? I will give Gu Mingzhe to you as your consort. Is that okay?"
Zhong Ning was silent for a moment, then suddenly thought of the man still kneeling outside the palace. He pinched his fingers lightly into his palms, thought for a moment, and then said, "Father, I wonder what crime Lord Qi... has committed?"
Zhong Ning made this matter clear as a reminder to Emperor Yong.
When you arranged a marriage for me, you should know that I have another Qi Yu.
As expected, Emperor Yong snorted coldly and angrily scolded: "What crime has he committed? The crime of wishful thinking..."
"Father, it was this son's own will..." Zhong Ning said frankly without blushing or beating his heart, "If this son doesn't want to, how can Lord Qi force it? This son can speak frankly. Even today, we still strictly abide by the etiquette. There is no actual relationship between us, but this son, I like him..."
He has stayed in your room for several nights, and he is still innocent?
Emperor Yong's eyes were filled with suspicion. He glanced at Prime Minister Gu's expression and became more serious.
"Zhaohua, Qi Yu is the sword in my hand. Such a sharp weapon should not have a weak spot. You may have been okay before, but from now on, you must keep your distance!"
"I'm not afraid. I've made it clear before that I will never be trapped in the harem for a man, nor will I run household chores and bear children like an ordinary woman."
"If you marry me, I will no longer be able to keep concubines. Moreover, if I remain unfaithful after marriage, I will be condemned by the world."
"But I only want to live happily in this life. I don't care about my reputation before and after death. I will do my best to fight for what I like."
"Therefore, the matter of a son-in-law should not be put aside for the time being. I only have a lover in this life, not a husband."
Emperor Yong:........
Gu Xiang:.........
Emperor Yong felt the veins on his forehead throbbing. He originally thought that his daughter simply liked beautiful women and it didn't matter if she had a few lovers.
But I never expected that she didn't even want to kiss me.
I only want a lover, not a husband.
How could she say that?
Prime Minister Gu's eyes widened as if they were about to jump out. He really wanted to dig open Princess Zhaohua's brain to see what was inside and how she could say such things.
His son had been so humble, just asking her to look at him more and stay with him for a while longer, but in the end, he didn't even get a formal status.
Gu Xiang was panting heavily, obviously very angry.
Seeing this, Zhong Ning helplessly spread his hands.
I just want to give every young man a home. What's wrong with me?
But after thinking about it, he decided to wrap himself in another layer of veil, "I am willing to sacrifice my life for the country, so I cannot do it for you!"
"Humph!" Emperor Yong laughed in anger. "With so many talented people in the court, how could it be your turn to come to the State of Xu? Even if you want to come to the State of Xu, it won't delay you, Lord Xu."
"Oh, yes, you don't allow me to be your husband, but you can marry me, Zhaohua. I'm telling you today that we can only talk about love without getting married. Forget it!"
"I don't want to be criticized by future generations a hundred years from now for not even being able to raise a daughter properly. If you remain single for life, it will only bring shame to the royal family!"
Zhong Ning:........
Sure enough, she thought it was too simple.
In modern times, she was determined not to get married and fought with her family for a long time.
Finally, I left my hometown and came to a big city, where I supported myself with my own abilities, and only then did I have the ability to settle down and make a living.
But in this era, being in the royal family, any wrongdoing would be magnified infinitely. If she didn't get married, she would probably lose face for the emperor.
"If we get married, can I keep a lover?" Zhong Ning asked tentatively.
Gu Xiang felt as if he had been shot in the heart.
But then he thought, Princess Zhaohua was very frank and had told her son about it a long time ago, and didn’t her son join voluntarily?
It's all his own fault, as long as he is willing.
Damn it, I'm so unlucky to have a son like this.
Emperor Yong waved his hand and said, "It's up to you. From now on, you can make your own decisions about the affairs of the harem. As long as your husband doesn't make trouble, he has no objection!"
Seeing Emperor Yong's expression, Zhong Ning felt that the matter was settled, and immediately pressed the issue further, "Father, can you please let Qi Yu get up first? He must have been kneeling for a long time..."
"Oh, you're feeling sorry for me..."
Prime Minister Gu was hit by an arrow again, and his son is still seriously injured. Princess Zhaohua didn't seem to be very attentive to him. Alas!
"Your Majesty is wise. Without Qi Yu, how could I come before you and show my filial piety to you?" Zhong Ning turned behind Emperor Yong and pounded his fists diligently.
Emperor Yong suddenly felt relieved. He waved his hand and ordered Qi Yu to go back to handle the case and no longer have to kneel.
The eunuch personally ran outside the palace to convey the imperial decree, and with a flattering smile congratulated Qi Yu for winning the favor of Her Royal Highness the Princess. It was because Her Royal Highness had personally pleaded for mercy that His Majesty issued the imperial decree of pardon.
Qi Yu lowered his eyebrows and unconsciously covered his chest with his hands. He felt warm there, as if a warm current was flowing through it.
Your Highness, you like him, right?
Inside the palace, Emperor Yong said calmly, "I wish to grant you a marriage with the eldest son of the Gu family. Take this opportunity to cultivate your relationship with him."
At this point, he paused slightly, "Gu Mingzhe is the most handsome man in Kyoto, you should get along well with him..."
"Yes, I will remember this!"
"But I have a request. I am still young and haven't grown up yet, so it's not suitable for me to get married. So, can this arranged marriage be postponed until three years from now?"
Emperor Yong glanced inside indifferently, knowing that he was young and dared to act recklessly with Qi Yu.
"Lord Qi and I have a clean record, and we have never crossed any line!"
Anyway, as long as you haven’t reached the last step, you haven’t crossed the line.
"If your Majesty doesn't believe me, you can consult the imperial physician. It's not good for a woman's health if she gets married at a very young age."
Emperor Yong was silent for a moment, then said casually, "Then grant the marriage first, and wait three years for the wedding to take place!"
"Yes, I obey your order!"
Prime Minister Gu also bowed and was so moved that tears filled his eyes.
Finally, I was able to marry off that troublemaker.
If he doesn't get married, he will be killing himself.
"Your Majesty, I have come to the palace to report a great event!" Zhong Ning turned to the front, his expression solemn. "Your Majesty, please rise and accompany me to witness it!"
"Why is it so important that I have to go there in person?" Emperor Yong asked curiously.
"Your Majesty will know when he arrives. I can guarantee that once this item is released, conquering Nanzhao and recovering the four counties will be just around the corner!"
Emperor Yong suddenly stood up.
There was surprise in his eyes. What kind of big event could change the current situation of the war?
You know, although Dayong declared war on Nanzhao, the war situation was at a stalemate, which was not good. There were many miasma in the forests of Nanzhao, and it was not easy to conquer.