The road of the favorite concubine in three lives is destined

After Zhang Duo passed the imperial examination, he went to the palace every day and accidentally met the princess. The princess fell in love with Zhang Duo at first sight and told her father that she wanted to marry him. Just as Zhang Duo and Yi Wan's feelings were getting deeper and deeper, a wave of turmoil was set off in the capital. The princess met Zhang Duo again by chance. She had already had feelings for Zhang Duo, and this reunion made her love surge like a tidal wave.

She couldn't help but start to approach Zhang Duo and try to understand him better. She found that Zhang Duo was not only talented, but also well-behaved and kind-hearted, which was exactly the quality she admired. She felt more and more that she fell in love with this unique man.

Zhang Duo also noticed the princess's special attention to him, but he didn't think much about it. He only had Yi Wan in his heart, and he always kept a proper distance from the princess's enthusiasm and kindness.

Zhang Duo also felt very difficult after hearing the news. He didn't want to hurt any woman, but he also knew that he could only choose one. He began to reflect on his feelings and responsibilities, trying to find a solution that would satisfy both parties.

Unexpectedly, the emperor issued an edict the next day for Zhang Duo to marry the princess. Zhang Duo was stunned when he heard it. The emperor and the prince came over and asked, "Does the number one scholar think that our Princess Mingzhu is not worthy of you?" Why didn't he accept the edict and thank the emperor? Zhang Duo (with mixed feelings in his heart, but still tried his best to stay calm): "Your Majesty, Your Highness, I am deeply honored to be favored by the princess. But this matter is of great importance, and I need time to consider it."

The Emperor (his brows slightly furrowed, but his tone was still majestic): "Oh? Consider it? Does the number one scholar think there is something wrong with my princess?"

Zhang Duo (slight sweat on his forehead, but still firm): "Your Majesty, the princess is naturally a daughter of gold, talented and beautiful. But I already have a loved one in my heart. This matter involves my emotional privacy. I hope Your Majesty will understand."

The prince (a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes, but he immediately regained his composure): "Oh? The number one scholar already has a lover? I wonder which beauty could have won the number one scholar's affection?"

Zhang Duo (taking a deep breath and deciding to tell the truth): "Your Highness, it is Miss Yiwan. She and I have been childhood sweethearts and have a deep affection for each other. I hope Your Majesty and Your Highness will agree to this."

The Emperor (with a hint of displeasure in his eyes, but still remained calm): "Top Scholar, do you know what it means to marry a princess? This is not only my gift to you, but also your responsibility for the country and the royal family.

"Zhang Duo was hesitant and was about to say that he had left his beloved long ago, but seeing the fierce eyes of the emperor and the prince, he had no choice but to accept the order. Zhang Duo (with a turbulent heart, hesitant): "Your Majesty, Your Highness, I...I really have something to hide. "

The Emperor (with eagle-like eyes, staring straight at Zhang Duo): "Oh? What's the secret? Could it be that the number one scholar is dissatisfied with my princess, or has he already been engaged?"

Zhang Duo (feeling the emperor's majesty and the prince's expectations, struggling in his heart): "Your Majesty, your humble servant...your humble servant..."

The Crown Prince (gently interjecting): "Zhang Duo, if you have any concerns, please speak up. My father and I are not unreasonable people."

Zhang Duo (feeling relieved, but still hesitant): "Thank you, Your Highness. To be honest, I do have a crush on someone in my heart, and I have a deep affection for Miss Yi Wan. But the princess is a beautiful girl, and I really don't dare to marry someone who is too high."

The Emperor (with a frown on his face and a serious tone): "Oh? You already have someone you love? Then why did you take the imperial examination, win the title of No. 1 scholar, and attract the princess's favor?"

Zhang Duo (his heart tightened, but he was still frank): "Your Majesty, I took part in the imperial examination to serve the country and to plead for the people. I never thought that I would win the title of No. 1, let alone attract the favor of the princess. This is purely an accident, and I am terrified."

The Emperor (looking at Zhang Duo with a sharp gaze): "So, do you intend to disobey the order, or are you willing to give up the title of No. 1 Scholar and the marriage with the princess for the sake of your beloved?"

Zhang Duo (feeling bitter and helpless): "Your Majesty, I...I will accept your order."

The Emperor (with a hint of satisfaction in his eyes, but still serious): "Okay, since you have received the order, then make good preparations and choose a date for the wedding."

Zhang Duo (with mixed feelings, bowing his head respectfully): "Yes, Your Majesty."

The prince (looking at Zhang Duo, sighing in his heart): "Zhang Duo, I hope you can take responsibility for your choice, don't let down the princess, and don't let down your beloved."

Zhang Duo (bitter in the heart, but still determined): "Your Highness, I will do my best."