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"Find a... a wife for father?" When Tao Qingwan heard what Tao Jiuxi said, her eyes suddenly widened and her face was full of astonishment.

"I'm not really looking for one. My father hasn't been in the capital for long, so it's not easy for him to find someone suitable. I just want to find something for him to rely on."

"What if father really wants to remarry?" Tao Qingwan suddenly asked.

Tao Qingwan was a perceptive person. She knew that in this world, how many high-ranking officials and nobles would not remarry after their wives died? Besides, her father was still young, and he didn't mention it now, but he had only been in the capital for a short time.

Now that my father is an official in the court, there is no mistress at home and no one to take care of the rear house. This is not right and will be criticized in the long run.

"Are you really thinking so? Then just remarry. We all have to get married eventually, and dad will be lonely if he is left alone." Tao Jiuxi originally just wanted to find something for his father to do. As for what his father would choose, it depends on him.

After thinking about it, Tao Qingwan felt that this method was feasible: "I agree."

"If my sister agrees, we will let Ayi plead with His Majesty. Be more tactful when telling His Majesty that my father has a daughter who is about to get married, and the affairs in the harem are complicated and need someone to take care of them. In this way, my father can worry less about the affairs in the harem and concentrate more on the affairs of the court. As long as His Majesty gives a hint, my father will definitely consider this aspect." Tao Jiuxi said slowly, with a glint of intelligence in his eyes.

After hearing this, Tao Qingwan nodded slightly, but she did not expect that they would bring up this matter first.

Moreover, his father and mother had never had a close relationship, and when his mother was alive, she didn't seem to care. His mother was open-minded, her heart full of children and family matters, and even in the face of his father's indifference, she never complained.

Now that my mother has passed away, perhaps her spirit in heaven would also hope that my father could have someone to accompany him.

I'm doing this now just to divert my father's attention.

If my father doesn't want to remarry, it doesn't matter if he doesn't marry.

But even if they didn't mention it now, if the family fell into chaos in the future, my father would probably remarry. If His Majesty gave a hint, it would be natural for my father to remarry.

"Since my sister also thinks this method is feasible, how about we act accordingly?"

"Ah."

At this moment, a maid came over with graceful steps, bowed respectfully and said, "Young lady, breakfast is ready. Please move to the flower hall."

"Let's go, Jiuxi." Tao Qingwan said softly.

The two sisters walked together. When they passed by Ji Qingyi's yard, they heard the whistling sword energy in the yard, as if there was a storm.

Looking through the half-open courtyard door, Ji Qingyi was dancing with a sword. His figure was as nimble as a dragon, his swordsmanship was exquisite, his movements were as smooth and natural as flowing water, and he did it in one go. The sword in his hand seemed to have a soul, and it moved freely and flexibly, and the flashing cold light showed his heroic spirit.

The two sisters did not dare to stay here for too long. They just asked the maid to go in and tell them something, and then they walked towards the flower hall first.

Soon, the three of them arrived at the flower hall one after another.

Tao Jiuxi looked at Ji Qingyi quietly and saw that his face was as calm as usual, without any expression of joy or anger, as if what happened yesterday had never happened, which was difficult to understand.

Just as the three of them sat down, another maid came hurriedly outside to announce: "Miss, Duke Shen wants to see you."

When Tao Jiuxi heard that it was Shen Zhiyi, a bright light flashed in his eyes, like shining stars.

Ji Qingyi, who was standing aside, had an expressionless face, but now it seemed as if it was covered with a layer of frost, which was very chilling.

Just as Tao Jiuxi was about to open her mouth, Tao Qingwan gently touched her hand. The gentle gesture contained a hint that made her swallow back the words that were about to come out of her mouth.

"Go and invite Duke Shen." Tao Qingwan opened her red lips and said in a steady voice.

It is reasonable and appropriate for her, as the eldest sister, to speak up instead of Tao Jiuxi.

"Brother Yi, our family suffered a sudden disaster a few years ago. Jiuxi and I went through many hardships and dangers along the way before we came to the capital for refuge. Fortunately, Duke Shen came to our rescue, and we sisters are safe and sound." Tao Qingwan explained patiently. She hoped that Ji Qingyi could understand that Duke Shen was truly a benefactor to them, and that it was natural for her to let Duke Shen in, and there was nothing wrong with it.

"Wan'er, no explanation is needed."

Ji Qingyi said calmly, he knew in his heart that the two sisters had a very close relationship, and Tao Qingwan must be aware of the friendship between Tao Jiuxi and Shen Zhiyi.

Tao Jiuxi breathed a sigh of relief when he heard this.

As long as Ji Qingyi can remain calm, that would be great.

For a moment, the flower hall fell into silence and the atmosphere was a little solemn.

Soon, Shen Zhiyi was invited to the flower hall.

When the two sisters saw Shen Zhiyi, they immediately stood up and bowed respectfully.

After Shen Zhiyi returned the gift, he bowed politely to Ji Qingyi with an extremely humble attitude, but Ji Qingyi did not respond at all, as if he didn't see it.

Shen Zhiyi's expression did not change, and he continued standing there.

Tao Jiuxi was secretly surprised. This was the first time she saw Shen Zhiyi so obedient. You know, even in front of the emperor, he had never been so respectful.

"Wan'er, Xi'er, sit down and have your meal." Ji Qingyi said to the two sisters, his voice calm, yet with an unquestionable majesty.

Upon hearing this, Tao Jiuxi subconsciously glanced at Shen Zhiyi, only to see Shen Zhiyi signaling her with his eyes to obey Ji Qingyi's words.

Tao Jiuxi gently pulled Tao Qingwan to sit down.

The doubts in her heart grew stronger, and she thought to herself: Besides myself, who else could make Shen Zhiyi so obedient?

Unbeknownst to Tao Jiuxi, the fourteen-year-old Shen Zhiyi, a man who had endured many hardships, was brought to the frontier by the fifteen-year-old Ji Qingyi. Along the way, Ji Qingyi taught him martial arts, trained him, protected him during battles, and nursed him back to health when he was injured or sick. To Shen Zhiyi, Ji Qingyi was a hundred times more important than a brother, the person he respected most in his life.

Later, when Shen Zhiyi was about to return to Beijing to assist the Seventh Prince, the current emperor, Ji Qingyi also strongly supported him. Not only that, he also used his wisdom to give Shen Zhiyi advice and help him deal with the complicated situation.

If it weren't for this matter standing between the two of them, they wouldn't have had any major conflicts.

During the years when Shen Zhiyi's mind was still immature, Ji Qingyi, who had been working hard in the frontier, had already shown a maturity beyond his age.

There have been several such humble and submissive situations in the past, so Shen Zhiyi is now very familiar with dealing with them.

The key is that he knows very well that Ji Qingyi is a person who is soft-hearted and does not respond to tough calls.

Therefore, he did not dodge Ji Qingyi's sword yesterday, and was so patient today, all in order to make Ji Qingyi calm down, hoping to have a calm and peaceful talk with him.

"No... You don't want Ayi to sit too?" Tao Jiuxi couldn't help but ask, his eyes full of confusion.

"It's fine for him to just stand." Ji Qingyi said in a flat tone.

"I've had my meal." Shen Zhiyi quickly agreed.

Tao Jiuxi was even more shocked when she heard this. Was this still the Duke Shen she knew? She recalled that when she first met Shen Zhiyi, he was very cold and aloof. Although he doted on her later, he had never been as obedient as he was now.

Tao Jiuxi glanced at Shen Zhiyi secretly, then lowered her head and woodenly scooped a spoonful of porridge. At this moment, she had no appetite, and the breakfast that was originally fragrant tasted like chewing wax in her mouth.

Ji Qingyi finished his meal on his own.

"Sisters, please continue eating." Ji Qingyi stood up and saluted.

Then, he looked at Shen Zhiyi who was waiting on the side and said, "Let's go."

After saying that, he strode out quickly.

Shen Zhiyi looked at Ji Qingyi's back and smiled at Tao Jiuxi. That smile was as warm and gentle as the spring breeze, as if telling her not to worry.

As long as Ji Qingyi was willing to talk to him calmly, he was confident that he could eliminate the rift between them.

Tao Jiuxi silently gave a thumbs up. This guy was proficient in conspiracy, both open and closed, and both hard and soft tactics. If he didn't become the Duke, who would?