After rebirth, I married the emperor's uncle and overthrew my ex-husband's kingdom

On days like this, Bai Youyou felt as if she had returned to the time when Yun Nifang was revealed to be her.

There are always people seeking to see the Duke of Zhenguo’s Mansion every day. In the past, it was just about the benefits, and those people were jealous but didn’t take it seriously.

But now the Duke of Zhenguo’s Mansion is highly valued by the Emperor, and he is even going to confer the title of King on a par with the Emperor. This honor is rare in a century.

Although rejected by the Duke of Zhenguo, the emperor's intention is clear. He will not be as wary and defensive of the Duke of Zhenguo's Mansion as the previous emperor was, so why not start interacting with the Duke of Zhenguo's Mansion as soon as possible.

When Bai Youyou returned home, Lu Xuan also happened to return home.

In the hall, Xiao Xiang was sitting on a chair, and beside him was Xiao Huaijin, who was dressed in purple.

Bai Youyou and Lu Xuan came in and found the atmosphere in the hall a bit strange.

"Grandfather, grandmother, Lord Xiao, Young Master Xiao."

What are they here for?

Before Prime Minister Xiao could speak, the Duke of Zhenguo said with a dark face, "Sir Xiao, it's getting late, I won't keep you here."

"Uh hehe..."

"Then I won't bother you any more." Xiao Xiang smiled awkwardly, "Duke Zhenguo, old lady, I hope you will consider what I said before."

After the father and son left, Lu Xuan and Bai Youyou were both confused.

"Grandfather, what are they doing here?"

"Humph, what are you doing? A toad wants to eat swan flesh, how wonderful it is!"

The Duke of Zhenguo angrily cursed, "That sanctimonious son of his still wants to covet my Youyou. Why doesn't he take a piss and look in the mirror?"

The old lady gave him a glare and said, "A daughter is sought after by hundreds of families. Don't look stern when everyone comes. You should ask Youyou what she thinks."

The Duke of Zhenguo looked at his lovely granddaughter and his heart softened. "Youyou is only sixteen now. It won't hurt to wait another two years."

Bai Youyou felt warm in her heart when she heard her grandfather's words. She looked at her grandmother and smiled sweetly, "Youyou doesn't want to talk about marriage so early."

The old lady smiled and nodded, "Okay, okay, we have the final say."

A few days later, news came from the palace that Lu Huaizhen was going to hold a court banquet and invited court ministers and their families to attend.

The Duke of Zhenguo's Mansion naturally also received the invitation.

There was singing and dancing at the banquet.

Lu Huaizhen sat in a high position, his eyes swept the area below intentionally or unintentionally. When he saw Bai Youyou, a smile flashed in his eyes.

Lu Xuan told him yesterday that the number of people who came to propose marriage was about to break down the gate of the Duke of Zhenguo's mansion.

"Cough-cough-"

It was early autumn, but Lu Huaizhen was wearing winter clothes. He covered his mouth and coughed from time to time, and his face was pale.

The princes below looked at him like this, their eyes flickering and their thoughts varied.

It's obvious that he will have a short life. I don't know how many years he can live. If he has no offspring, then is that...

Bai Youyou noticed those strange looks and felt secretly worried.

The struggle for imperial power is brutal, and these princes probably won't let Lu Huaizhen go easily.

"Your Majesty, now that the borders are stable and the four seas are at peace, the most important thing right now is to expand the harem and give birth to heirs as soon as possible to protect the prosperity of the Great Zhou."

After hearing this, Lu Huaizhen gently put down the wine glass in his hand, glanced at everyone, and said slowly: "I have just ascended the throne, and I am busy with state affairs. We will discuss this matter later."

At this time, Prince Yan stood up and said, "Your Majesty, the issue of succession concerns the country, how can it be delayed? My wife has a girl of the right age in her family, who is gentle and virtuous, and is willing to enter the palace to serve Your Majesty."

Seeing this, other princes also recommended their own women.

Lu Huaizhen frowned slightly, glanced in the direction of Bai Youyou, coughed twice and said, "I thank all the royal brothers for their kindness, but I have no such intention at the moment. I already have someone I like in my heart, and if I rashly take her as a concubine, I am afraid I will let her down."

As soon as this statement came out, everyone in the audience was shocked.

Everyone was guessing who this beautiful woman was who caught the emperor's eye.

Several princes were unwilling to give up, and Prince Yan spoke again: "Your Majesty, how can the love of children compare to the foundation of our ancestors? Your Majesty must not ruin the country because of one person."

Lu Huaizhen's face turned cold, "I have my own considerations on this matter, there is no need for you to worry."

He is young, but of a higher generation, so those people cannot teach him by acting like elders.

At this time, the old prince Duan, who had been watching quietly, said: "Since your majesty has considered it, the princes should not force it any further."

After hearing what the old Prince Duan said, the princes were unwilling but had no choice but to give up.

The banquet continued, but the atmosphere was a little dull.

It’s a new dynasty with a new emperor. The Duke of Zhenguo’s Mansion is now the new elite in the court.

There were so many people trying to curry favor with her that Bai Youyou was annoyed. During the intermission of the banquet, she quietly went to the back garden.

I didn't expect to meet Lu Huaizhen.

Lu Huaizhen saw Bai Youyou and smiled gently, "You're hiding here too."

Bai Youyou bowed, "Your Majesty is not feeling well, why don't you go back to the palace and rest more?"

Lu Huaizhen walked a few steps closer, "It's too noisy at the banquet, and too quiet in the palace. I came out to get some fresh air."

As the two were talking, a dark shadow suddenly jumped out from the flowers and rushed towards Lu Huaizhen.

Bai Youyou exclaimed and subconsciously stood in front of Lu Huaizhen.

The black shadow stopped.

"Meow~"

It turned out to be a kitten.

Lu Huaizhen reached out and picked up the kitten. "It seems that it was too boring inside and ran out to play."

In the past, the two of them were very familiar with each other regarding the issue of food and fodder.

Lu Huaizhen smiled and said, "When no one is around, you don't have to call me Your Majesty, just call me by my name."

"That won't work. The rules can't be broken."

Bai Youyou refused outright.

Now it's all good between you and me, and everyone else. But if there is any conflict of interest in the future, you will lose your head if you call the emperor's name directly!

Lu Huaizhen sighed helplessly and had to talk about other things.

"I don't know how long my body can hold out, but now that I've just ascended the throne, they can't wait to stuff people into my harem."

Bai Youyou comforted him softly, "Your Majesty, you are blessed by heaven. As long as you take good care of yourself, you will live a long and happy life."

Lu Huaizhen smiled bitterly: "Others may not know my body, but you know it."

Bai Youyou thought about what those people at the banquet were thinking and understood a little bit.

They could not do anything about the emperor's will to pass on the throne, but it was well known that Lu Huaizhen was in poor health. They were all looking forward to Lu Huaizhen's death so that they would have the opportunity to sit in the position above millions of people.

"But don't worry, as long as I live one day, I can ensure the safety of the Duke of Zhenguo's Mansion for one day."

Lu Huaizhen never called himself "I" in front of the people from the Duke of Zhenguo Mansion. He always remembered that he was a member of the Duke of Zhenguo Mansion.

Bai Youyou looked at his pale face and suddenly felt sorry for him.

"Your illness is not completely hopeless. Once you find that thing, your body will naturally get better."

Walls have ears, so she didn't tell the name of the medicine to avoid being sabotaged.

"It's time, fate, and luck. If God wants me to die, no one can do anything about it." Lu Huaizhen smiled calmly, "I am blessed by God to be alive until now."

He always had a feeling that he should have died young, but for some reason his fate was changed against all odds and he actually had the destiny to become an emperor.