I am a woman, I am a man, I want to marry a wife so that I can farm

Seeing the two marquises arriving, the officials hurried over to greet them. These two could be said to be the emperor's right-hand men. It was said that the emperor treated them like brothers. Just by looking at the seating arrangement at this palace banquet, it was not difficult to see how favored they were.

Therefore, these two people are definitely worthy of their fawning!

"Mom, who are they?"

The person questioning was Su Qingyao, the legitimate daughter of Su Wenzhen, the Shaoqing of Dali Temple. She was eighteen years old this year. The reason why she had not married yet was a bit complicated.

Su Qingwan's parents died when she was young, so Su Wenzheng took her to his home to raise her. Suddenly, there was a sister of the same age as Su Qingyao, who was better than Su Qingyao in every way. This naturally aroused Su Qingyao's jealousy. However, when they grew up, the gap between them became even bigger. This cousin not only became the most talented woman in the capital, but also married the second prince as his wife.

Su Qingyao didn't want to lose to her cousin in getting married, and she was neither too high nor too low, and the delay has lasted until now.

"It's the two Marquises, Yong'an and Ding'an." Madam Su replied thoughtfully. She had heard the master talk about these two people, but she didn't expect them to be so young.

The other ladies couldn't help but whisper about the two of them.

"These two are the marquises who followed the emperor all the way and made great contributions during the siege, right? How old are they?"

"I don't know, but I heard that both of the marquises are still unmarried, so they should be quite young."

"I also heard that they are orphans without parents, and their relationship with the emperor is like that of brothers..."

The golden bachelor who had made great contributions and won the emperor's favor, and who had not yet married, immediately aroused the attention of the ladies.

If her daughter could not be taken into the emperor's harem, then these two would undoubtedly be the best candidates for marriage. Not only could they protect the master's precarious official position, but her daughter would not have to worry about being bullied by her mother-in-law when she married into the family.

Shouhou and Goudan were busy dealing with these officials, totally unaware that they had become the backup plans of those ladies.

Of course, this was just the wishful thinking of those ladies. Not to mention that Shouhou Goudan would not marry such former ministers with impure intentions, even their own daughters had never thought that the emperor would look down on them.

I have heard that the queen was born as a peasant girl, so she must be ugly and rough. The emperor had no choice before. When he saw these fair-skinned and beautiful daughters of rich families, how could he not be tempted? Besides, there was only one queen in the harem, so the emperor would definitely expand the harem.

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Liu Jin waited for a long time before Meng Lingshu brought his wife and daughter into Xiangqing Hall. Liu Jin looked behind them, but did not see the figures of Meng's mother and son. Did they not come? He couldn't help feeling a little disappointed. If he missed today, when would he find another chance to meet her?

However, what he didn't know was that Meng was in the Empress Dowager's Shoukang Palace at this time, chatting animatedly with the Empress Dowager and others.

The happiest person was Zhao Li. She was surrounded by her three mothers, who asked her about her well-being. Only when they learned that she was fine and had gotten used to life in the palace did Shen and Zhou feel relieved.

Old Lady Ye patted her chest and assured, "Don't worry, I'll be watching over them. Brother Ze won't dare bully our Li'er!"

Ye Ze (′? ??`): What are you talking about? Who is the biological child?

Zhou: "We are just worrying for nothing. Ze Ge'er treats Li Er very well."

Shen just smiled gently, but held Zhao Li's hand tightly and refused to let go.

Then, Old Lady Ye asked Meng again: "What are your plans for the future? You can't live in your brother's house forever, right? If you want to remarry..."

Meng understood Old Lady Ye's worries, and she smiled and said, "The day before yesterday, Lingshu brought my parents to the capital. I plan to learn business with my father. When I make money, I will buy a house and move out. I don't want to get married anymore."

Old Mrs. Ye looked worried, but she didn't persuade her to get married anymore. Meng had been hurt too deeply by men, so it was understandable that she lost trust in men.

Ye Ze raised his eyebrows. He didn't expect Meng to say such a thing. You have to know that women in this era depend on men to live, men are superior to women, and it is conceivable how difficult it is for women to do business.

However, since Meng wanted to do it, he didn't mind helping her.

"It's a good thing that Mrs. Meng wants to be independent, but I don't know what kind of business you want to start? The palace also needs to make purchases. If possible, how about letting you supply the palace's needs in the future?"

Meng was surprised for a moment, then said awkwardly, "But I haven't started yet?"

Ye Ze handed Meng a token that allowed him to enter and leave the palace freely: "Whenever you start, just contact me, or you can contact Fulu directly. We'll talk about it then."

Fulu quickly agreed and secretly memorized Meng's appearance in his mind. This person must not be offended.

Meng's hands were shaking slightly when she took the token. She was flattered. Her business hadn't even started yet and she had received such a large long-term order? More importantly, after she became an imperial merchant, the benefits this title would bring her should not be underestimated.

"Thank you, Your Majesty, for your gift." Meng stood up and knelt in front of Ye Ze. He had helped her so much.

Ye Ze frowned and reached out to help the man up, "We are not outsiders, don't do this again in the future."

Old Lady Ye also said, "Yes, you live outside alone with your child, how hard it must be... By the way, if you do business, what about Ruiyuan's studies?"

Mrs. Meng: "I thought that once things settle down, I would send him to a nearby academy, and the Queen Mother doesn't have to worry about me."

"Didn't my husband say that he wanted to find a tutor for Li Ge'er and the others? Why not let Ruiyuan go with them?" Zhao Li suggested.

"Yes! The children have a good relationship and they will be uncomfortable with the sudden separation. Wouldn't it be perfect to let them continue studying together in the future?" Chen clapped her hands and laughed.

Meng was moved by the sincerity of the Ye family and immediately agreed: "Okay, then I will send Ruiyuan to Gongxue and Li Ge'er together."

Mrs. Meng knew that they all meant well, and she had been teaching the children for almost two years and had long treated them as her own children.

As time passed, officials arrived at Xiangqing Hall one after another.

Seeing that the time was almost up, Fulu reminded, "Your Majesty, it's time to go to the palace banquet."

Ye Ze nodded, and the group went towards Xiangqing Palace.

Seeing Meng supporting the Queen Mother and entering the palace with the Emperor, the Queen and others, Liu Jin's eyes were filled with passion. He had never expected that Meng would win the Queen Mother's favor. If he took her home, not only would his official position be preserved, but he might even be promoted to a higher position...

From the moment she entered Xiangqing Hall, Meng felt as if a pair of eyes were staring at her from behind. After helping the empress dowager to sit down, Meng turned back to her seat and began to search the crowd behind her inconspicuously, but found nothing.

All officials and their families stood up and saluted. A loud shout rang out in the hall: "Long live the emperor, long live the emperor, long live the empress dowager, a thousand years and a thousand years, the queen..."

Ye Ze raised his hand to signal everyone to stand up, and said loudly: "Today's banquet is the celebration of the founding of our dynasty. In the future, I hope that you will join hands with me to create a prosperous Daqian era!"

"I am willing to fight for Your Majesty on the battlefield, expand the territory, and ensure the stability of our dynasty and the well-being of the people!" Mu Heng spoke on behalf of the military generals.

"Your Majesty, I am willing to serve you with all my heart and soul until my death. I will do my best to serve the people and contribute to the prosperity of our dynasty!" Meng Lingshu spoke earnestly.

The other ministers also began to express their loyalty. Ye Ze nodded with satisfaction, then raised his eyes and signaled Fulu that the food could be served.

The palace banquet began, and plates of delicious food were placed on the table. Dancers in dance costumes came in one after another, and the sound of stringed instruments rang out. The dancers danced gracefully to the melodious music. The ministers tasted the food while enjoying the singing and dancing. The atmosphere in Xiangqing Hall was unusually harmonious.

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