Did the eldest daughter ascend the throne today?

Old Madam Ning looked at the empress in front of her with great effort. When she first saw her, she was standing there in a white dress, and looked very much like someone.

"I have always had a grudge against your mother, I..."

She was having a hard time speaking, so Ning Zhiwei interrupted her and said, "I know everything. It's for the title."

In order to free the mother and daughter from that cage, General Ning exchanged the title passed down from his ancestors for the emperor's permission.

This has always bothered Madam Ning. The title can be passed down to future generations and is the foundation of the family.

Therefore, after Ning Zhiwei established the country, he returned the title of Duke of Weiguo to General Ning.

Madam Ning shook her head. "I always thought that the old general was obsessed with his ex-wife, so he sacrificed everyone's interests and only cared about your mother."

"And, you look a lot like your grandmother. You grew up with the old general all these years, and he looked at your face every day..."

Some things may seem ridiculous to others when they are revealed, but for the person involved, they are hurdles that cannot be overcome.

"I was wrong. I was too stingy. Please forgive me."

The couple lived in two different places, and she lived in the capital, staying alone in an empty house for decades. How could she not feel aggrieved?

Ning Zhiwei gently held her hand and sighed silently, "I never blamed you."

She was such a smart person, how could she not know that Old Madam Ning had a grudge against her? So, she kept her distance.

But I didn’t expect this to be the reason.

Madam Ning felt cold all over. She knew that she didn't have much time left. "I have one more favor to ask of you."

"You say." Ning Zhiwei looked calm. She would agree to any request as long as it was not excessive.

Madam Ning took a deep breath and pulled herself together. "If... the women of the Ning family want to remarry, let them go free."

It is too painful to be alone in an empty house. Women with children still have some hope, but women without children have to endure endless loneliness.

The women of the Ning family were all stunned.

Ning Zhiwei was also stunned for a moment. She didn't expect that this was what she asked for. "Okay."

She grew up in the Northwest, where wars were frequent and casualties were heavy. It was normal for women to remarry. They supported each other, kept each other warm, and raised their children together. This was a true portrayal of countless reconstituted families in the border areas.

Women are faithful to one man for life? Not true. If they want to marry, they can marry. They can have more children and create more population for the country. This is what the emperor thinks.

Madam Ning let out a long sigh, "Okay, okay, your grandfather will be proud of you."

Her eyes went dark, "Eldest daughter-in-law."

Madam Ning came over quickly and held her hand, "Mom, I'm here."

Madam Ning had many things on her mind before she died. "From now on, the inner courtyard of the Ning family will be handed over to you. After I die, take everyone back to Qingluo Mountain to observe mourning and stay indoors."

Madam Ning's eyes were red, "Yes."

Madam Ning could no longer open her eyes, "Xinzhe."

Ning Xinzhe stretched out his little hand, "Great-grandmother, I'm here."

"You must grow up well, inherit the legacy of the Ning family's ancestors, protect the country and love the people, pass on loyalty and righteousness to the family, and live up to the reputation of your ancestors."

Ning Xinzhe's tears rolled down, "Yes."

Madam Ning opened her eyes with great effort, "Yuanxi."

Ning Yuanxi reached out and held her great-grandmother's cold hand, feeling a sharp pain in her heart. "Great-grandmother, I'm here."

Madam Ning spoke incoherently, "Times have changed. Girls can also achieve something... You should learn from your aunts. They have all done very well."

Her voice gradually became softer and softer until it could no longer be heard, and her hands slid down weakly.

Ning Yuanxi's hot tears fell from the corners of her eyes, "Yes."

Madam Ning didn't move. Madam Ning put her trembling hand to her nose. After a long time, she cried with tears in her eyes, "Madam, have a safe journey."

"grandmother."

"great grandmother."

Suddenly, there was a loud cry.

The Royal Guards stepped forward to check, and then reported, "Your Majesty, Madam Ning... passed away."

Ning Zhiwei sighed softly, "Madam Ning was posthumously conferred the title of Super First-Rank Imperial Consort, and her funeral was presided over by the Ministry of Rites with great ceremony."

"Yes."

After Ning Zhiwei returned to the palace, the first thing she did was to summon Xiao Linfeng, who was training troops in the West Mountain, into the palace.

"You personally lead a group to Jiangnan, capture the Cui family, confiscate their property, and rectify local government affairs."

The entire Cui family, including the main branch and all the side branches, were all taken down and uprooted.

Xiao Linfeng has already heard the news that Madam Ning was assassinated and Ning Zhiwei went on a killing spree.

The Cui family was also involved, so how could such a good opportunity be missed? "Yes."

Ning Zhiwei reminded him, "Remember, go there in secret and don't let the news leak out."

The term "millennium-old family" is not just talk. Their power is intertwined and their interests are complicated. Several major families have formed an alliance through marriage and advance and retreat together. They prosper together and suffer together.

"Don't worry." Xiao Linfeng has the most experience in dealing with such matters.

Ning Zhiwei looked at him deeply. The rebels were not scary, as long as they were defeated, but the aristocratic families were too scary. The people within a hundred miles were brainwashed by them.

Once the truth is revealed, the consequences will be disastrous.

"Don't underestimate the Cui family. This is a tough battle to fight."

Xiao Linfeng nodded and said, "I will bring a group of Jinyiwei and an army. The Jinyiwei will be responsible for confiscating the property, and the army... will be responsible for suppressing the rebellion when necessary."

Ning Zhiwei acquiesced, "Go and get ready."

Xiao Linfeng stood there without moving. Ning Zhiwei was a little surprised. "What's wrong?"

Xiao Linfeng touched his stomach and said, "I... I'm hungry. I didn't have time to eat before entering the palace."

Ning Zhiwei: ...

"Serve the meal. Add another dish of braised pork elbow and eight-treasure duck."

During the war, we often got together to eat and talk about business while eating. We were used to it.

"Yes."

Xiao Linfeng's mouth curled up slightly. These two dishes were his favorites.

The two chatted about the Cui family for a while, and then the meal was served.

All the dishes served were vegetarian, and there were also two meat dishes that Ning Zhiwei had requested, all of which were placed in front of Xiao Linfeng.

Ning Zhiwei only eats vegetarian food. Xiao Linfeng saw this and pursed his lips, "Actually, I can also eat vegetarian food."

Ning Zhiwei waved her hand, "No need, I'm just doing my best."

After all, he is your elder. It is not good to treat him with lavish food and fish when he passes away.

In fact, Xiao Linfeng didn't like Madam Ning very much. He thought she was pedantic and selfish, and was not nice to Ning Zhiwei at all.

"It's not good for your health to always eat vegetarian food. You are the king, you don't need to be a vegetarian for your subjects."

"Just seven days." Ning Zhiwei just did his duty.

Seven days is fine, Xiao Linfeng was relieved, "Don't be busy with government affairs all day, go to Xishan Town more often to open their eyes."

Ning Zhiwei smiled slightly, "I haven't taken action for a long time."

The palace servant hurried in and said, "Your Majesty, may I ask for an audience with you?"

Ning Zhiwei raised an eyebrow, "Is it over there? Let him in."

When Rong Jing heard about the assassination, he hurried into the palace. As soon as he came in, he saw the two people sitting face to face eating in a harmonious atmosphere. His face suddenly turned pale.

I was so worried, but you guys were having dinner together happily behind my back!