Inside the Imperial Study Room

"Your son pays homage to the Emperor, Father!" Murong Xuanyi calmly paid respects to Emperor Kang Ren!

Emperor Kang Ren looked at the figure kneeling on the carpet with dignity, "Xuan Yi, please stand up quickly. Please take a seat!"

Murong Xuanyi thanked him and stood up to sit down.

Emperor Kang Ren looked at Murong Xuanyi sitting there, feeling very complicated. His most outstanding son.

He guarded Mobei for ten years, made countless contributions and had great military achievements. He defended Mobei like an impregnable fortress and defeated the arrogant Xiongnu, who now submitted to Daxia and paid tribute every year.

The five consecutive victories in Mo Nan three years ago made the news of his great achievements spread all over the country, and his reputation even surpassed that of the emperor.

Originally, he wanted to use the plague to kill his Yueqi. Doctor Hu returned to the capital to report some of his actions in Zhuang County, thinking that he would have a handle.

He never thought that it would only take him three months to solve the plague. Facing this son who was so successful that he threatened the emperor, he was both happy and jealous.

If he had no intention of disloyalty, he could guarantee his lifelong glory as the King of Jing. If he had even the slightest intention of disloyalty, then he should not blame his father for being cruel.

No one can dare to peek into his throne.

Emperor Kang Ren retracted his gaze and said, "Xuan Yi, you have worked hard on the journey. Tell me about the plague situation in Zhuang County."

Murong Xuanyi told Emperor Kang Ren everything that happened in Zhuang County from beginning to end.

He also donated all the reward money for Yuan Ying's treatment of the plague to the disaster areas.

Lead everyone to raise funds for the people of Zhuang County and teach the people in the disaster-stricken areas how to be self-reliant.

As well as the wise action of County Magistrate Zhu in the case. Anyway, his appropriate description made Yuan Ying's contribution more prominent.

Emperor Kang Ren stood up from the desk, put his hands behind his back, and paced back and forth in the imperial study.

He was somewhat surprised that there were people in the world who did not value fame or money.

When Emperor Kang Ren had almost digested the food, Murong Xuanyi took out a bag of fine salt from his arms and presented it to him.

Emperor Kang Ren's eyes were so shocked that they almost popped out of their sockets.

"This...this...where did it come from?" he said incoherently.

This was finer and whiter than the salt he was eating now.

Murong Xuanyi said with pride in his eyes: "This was extracted by her." Then he took out two formulas for extracting fine salt from his arms.

"This is the formula she provided to the court free of charge. The only requirement was that no one outside knew that it was her who extracted it."

At this time, Emperor Kang Ren was so excited that he was speechless.

He had been in power for more than 30 years and had tried to refine fine salt, but repeated failures made the entire Daxia lose confidence.

The Great Xia Kingdom ceded two cities and imported fine salt from the Yin Kingdom at a high price every year. Because of the high cost of fine salt, it became a luxury for ordinary people.

There was even a rumor among the people that one ounce of gold was worth one ounce of fine salt. Although this was an exaggeration, it showed how important fine salt was to the Xia Kingdom.

"Where is he?" Emperor Kang Ren asked after a long while.

"In my house!"

"Let him enter the palace tomorrow. I will reward him greatly."

Murong Xuanyi said in embarrassment: "Father, please allow me to go back and talk to her first. To be honest, she doesn't want to come to the capital. I spent a lot of effort to get her to come to the capital with me..."

He told his father this not because he wanted any reward. He just wanted his father to know that she was not an ordinary woman, but the best woman in the world. He asked him not to stop his marriage.

Besides, he was not sure whether she was willing to come to the palace to meet the emperor. After being with her for so long, he knew that she hated these cumbersome rituals the most.

Emperor Kang Ren frowned. Is there anyone who doesn't want a reward? He was even more curious about what kind of person this person was.

So he said, "Then let him come the day after tomorrow, and you can have a day to talk to him."

"My son obeys the order!"

Lao Wu, you have made such a great contribution this time. I will grant you any reward you want as long as it is reasonable.

"I serve you without asking for any reward. I only ask that you grant me one favor."

Emperor Kang Ren nodded with satisfaction. He could reward anyone, but no one could ask him for it.

"What's the matter? Tell me about it."

"I beg your Majesty to allow me to decide my own marriage." After saying this, Murong Xuanyi knelt on one knee.

Emperor Kang Ren stared at Murong Xuanyi for a long time without saying a word.

Murong Xuanyi remained kneeling in one position and waited patiently.

After a long while, Emperor Kang Ren said calmly, "You are twenty-six this year? The girl from the Wei family has been waiting for you for so many years. Why don't you give her an explanation when you come back this time?"

"Your Majesty, please be wise. Miss Wei and I are innocent." He was really wronged. As soon as he arrived in the capital, rumors spread about him and another woman. How could he explain this to Xiaoying?

He had seen Miss Wei twice. He had no memory of what she looked like. He only mentioned her once or twice when his mother was alive, but he refused on the grounds of making contributions to his career.

"In that case, then I'll do as you say." To be honest, Emperor Kang Ren didn't want him to marry Prime Minister Wei, otherwise he would be even more powerful.

"Thank you, Father, for your grace."

"Stay back!"

"My son, please retire."

After Murong Xuanyi left, Emperor Kang Ren stared at the words on the paper without blinking, fearing that the words would disappear in the blink of an eye.

……

It was already past noon when Murong Xuanyi returned to the palace.

Yuxi was waiting in the hall. When she saw Murong Xuanyi coming back, she hurried forward to salute.

He looked at Yuxi and asked, "Where's she?"

Yuxi didn't react for a while. After a while, she said, "Master Yuan and his master went out early in the morning."

Murong Xuanyi smiled helplessly when he heard this. He thought she would wait for him to come back. When would she wait for him to return like other wives?

Murong Xuanyi went back to his room to change his clothes, then went to the study and took out two books. Yuxi had prepared lunch and was about to call him to eat.

Murong Xuanyi said to her, "Mammy, go to the storehouse and pick out two thousand-year-old ginsengs for me."

Although Yuxi had doubts, she still did as she was told.

While handing him the gift, he said, "Your Highness, the Duke has come to your house twice today. He may have something important to discuss with you!"

Murong Xuanyi hummed lightly when he heard it. Then when he was leaving with the gift, he saw Song Yanshu coming in with something in his arms. Yuxi stepped forward and saluted.

Murong Xuanyi looked at him and said, "I heard that you came to the mansion twice today. What do you want to see me about?"

Song Yanshu was stunned for a moment, then said, "I came to see you. Where are you going?"

"I have something to do. If you don't have anything important, we can talk to you in the evening." After saying that, he prepared to go out.

Song Yanshu quickly stopped him and said, "Xuan Yi, is that little eagle here?"

Murong Xuanyi stared at him for a moment and said calmly, "He went out with his master. I wonder where he went?"

After saying that, he got on the carriage without caring about Song Yanshu.

Flower Mansion.

At this moment, everyone is so happy! Family affection can never be severed, blood is thicker than water. No matter how many years have passed, a cry of "Mom, I'm back" can wipe out all the grievances that Mrs. Hua has suffered over the past few decades.

Old Madam Hua held Hua Qiansong's hand tightly as if she had found a treasure. Several younger brothers also surrounded him affectionately.

Hua Qiansong felt extremely guilty, and he would feel better even if his mother scolded him or beat him up.

Old Madam Hua had been crying all morning, and now she finally had time to ask Yuan Ying who was standing beside her.

"Song'er, who is this young master?"

"This is my apprentice, his name is Yuan Ying."

He said to Yuan Ying: "Xiaoying, come here quickly and call me Grandma Master."

Yuan Ying walked forward obediently and called her "Master's Wife".

Although Old Madam Hua felt a little disappointed, she was also happy to see such a well-behaved and pretty granddaughter.

This way her Song'er won't be alone in the future.

Her Song'er was just too silly, and she loved too deeply and gave her true love to the wrong person.

She only hopes that her Song'er can live a peaceful and smooth life for the rest of his life!

Old Madam Hua kindly held Yuan Ying's hand, which made her feel very close and reminded her of her grandmother.

A feeling of bitterness welled up in my heart.

Even birds flying around can return to their nests when they are tired, but she can never go home again. Alas!

At this time, the servant came to report: "Madam, His Royal Highness Prince Jing wants to see you!"

Hua Qiansong glanced at Yuan Ying and snorted coldly. Although he didn't hate him now, it didn't mean that he could be his disciple's son-in-law.

Everyone was confused. Their family had never had any dealings with this Prince Jing, so why did he suddenly come to visit?

A prince was so modest that he asked the servant to inform him first. Old Madam Hua did not dare to neglect him. Although they had doubts, the family still got up and went to the door to greet him.

When Murong Xuanyi saw a group of people coming out, he quickly got off the carriage. Before Madam Hua knelt down to salute, he supported her and said, "Madam Hua, there is no need to be polite. It is I who disturbed you!"

Madam Hua said, "I didn't know that Prince Jing would come to visit today. I was not able to welcome him in person."

"I heard that Madam Hua has been unable to sleep at night recently, so I specially selected two top-quality thousand-year-old ginsengs to send to you."

This made Old Man Hua even more confused, but he still said politely: "Thank you, Your Highness Prince Jing, for your concern!"

Murong Xuanyi walked up to Hua Qiansong and said, "Master, I got two medical books for you." Then he handed the medical books to him.

Hua Qiansong's eyes lit up: "Is it the 'Medical Collection' of Ghost Hand?"

Murong Xuanyi smiled and nodded. He glanced at Yuan Ying beside Hua Qiansong calmly.

Mrs. Hua finally put her mind at ease after seeing this. It turned out that it was for Song'er's sake.

A group of people followed Prince Jing into the mansion. At this time, the housekeeper came over and said, "Old Madam Hua, the feast can begin!"

Since Hua Qiansong came back today and Old Madam Hua prepared a family dinner, we had dinner late.

Madam Hua said to Prince Jing, "If your Highness doesn't mind, would you please have dinner with us?"

Murong Xuanyi said cheerfully, "Very good. I came here right after the court session and you haven't had lunch yet."

Old Madam Hua was a little surprised; her Song'er had such a good relationship with Prince Jing that Prince Jing came to the mansion right after the court session.

Well, since the master passed away, the Hua family has been in decline. It would be a great honor to make friends with His Royal Highness Prince Jing.

Madam Hua said politely, "Your Highness, please take a seat!"

"Old lady, you don't have to be polite! Just treat me as a junior!"

Hua Qiansong snorted. This kid is really good at winning people's hearts.

While Old Madam Hua warmly invited Murong Xuanyi to eat, she also kindly picked up food for Hua Qiansong, as if she wanted to make up for the thirty years of maternal love in this moment.

Murong Xuanyi sat with Yuan Ying, looking at her while eating, and picking up some food for her from time to time.

Yuan Ying didn't have time to pay attention to him and just kept eating. For someone who ate on time, it was already midnight and her stomach was rumbling with hunger.

After finishing the meal, Murong Xuanyi and Yuan Ying said goodbye to Madam Hua and her family. Hua Qiansong naturally stayed in the Hua Mansion.

Murong Xuanyi's gaze fell gently on Yuan Ying beside him, and suddenly, an inexplicable feeling came to his heart, as if he was playing the role of welcoming his wife home, making his mood instantly become extremely happy and warm.

In the carriage, Yuan Ying sighed and was in a daze.

Old Man Hua is now reunited with his mother. I hope he can fulfill his filial duties in his short life.

Yuan Ying felt that Wanqiu was a girl and it was more suitable for her to stay in the palace.

The Chinese New Year is only three months away. It looks like I will be going to Mo Nan alone next year.

It doesn’t matter if I’m alone all the time, but once I suddenly have a companion, I don’t want to go back to the lonely world before.

It turns out that no one likes to be alone, and I am no exception.

Murong Xuanyi looked at her sighing and asked with amusement: "Why are you sighing at such a young age?"

Yuan Ying looked at him for a moment and said, "Murong Xuanyi, is it okay for Wanqiu to stay in your house?"

She wanted to find a good place for Wanqiu before she left. If the master didn't like Wanqiu, she could just follow the master.

Murong Xuanyi almost choked on his saliva.

"If you want her to stay, she will stay. You can see that there are no other women in the palace except Nanny Yuxi. Nanny Yuxi was my mother's maidservant during her dowry."

Yuan Ying couldn't contain her curiosity after all, and asked softly: "Murong Xuanyi, don't you like women?" In fact, she wanted to ask if you really like men?

There was a fiery and sincere light flashing in Murong Xuanyi's eyes. He gazed at Yuan Ying affectionately and said slowly: "It depends on what kind of woman she is. If it's you..." Of course I like her!

Yuan Ying was touched by this sudden passionate gaze, and her heart was in a panic. She quickly looked away like a frightened deer and chose to respond with silence. At that moment, her mind was like a leaf blown by the wind, in a mess.

She always wanted to leave, Murong Xuanyi couldn't hold back his feelings, he wanted to tell her directly that he liked her. What would her reaction be?

He couldn't feel any affection from her now, and he was really afraid that she would leave him.

What should this little bastard do with her?

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