The wives of the concubines are empresses

Under the leadership of Concubine Kang-Su Kangqiao, Shangguan Wanjun seemed to fall into the clouds.

Afterwards, Concubine Kang-Su Kangqiao held the limp Shangguan Wanjun in his arms and bathed her. His movements were gentle, as if Shangguan Wanjun was a fragile and precious piece of porcelain.

After finishing everything, Concubine Kang-Su Kangqiao took a soft blanket, wrapped her delicate body in his arms, returned to the bed and gently laid her down. Then he lay down beside her and reached out to hold her in his arms.

Leaning on his strong chest, Shangguan Wanjun felt his strong heartbeat.

"Kangqiao, I have neglected you a little recently. I hope you are not angry with me." Her voice was soft and hazy, and Concubine Kang-Su Kangqiao's heart trembled when she heard it.

"Your Majesty, this is just compensation for me. I was very satisfied and happy just now. Thank you, Your Majesty."

Shangguan Wanjun was embarrassed by his blunt words: "You are not ashamed."

Concubine Kang-Su Kangqiao smiled amusedly and began to play with her slender hand with one hand.

"Your Majesty and I are husband and wife. There's nothing shameful about doing meaningful things between husband and wife. Your Majesty, please tell me."

Seeing that he was getting more and more excited, Shangguan Wanjun's face turned red as if blood was about to bleed.

"Oh, shut up. Who taught you these words? You have been led astray." Shangguan Wanjun covered his mouth with her hand, and Concubine Kang-Su Kangqiao couldn't help laughing.

"There is no need for anyone to teach me. I can learn by myself."

Shangguan Wanjun's pretty face was shy, and she turned her head away in anger: This man is really something, he gets more and more excited the more he talks, it's so embarrassing.

Kangpin Su Kangqiao saw that she turned her head away and reached out to turn her face towards him.

"Your Majesty just called me by my name. It sounded very nice. Could you please call it again? I love hearing it."

Shangguan Wanjun met his small request: "Cambridge."

Concubine Kang-Su Kangqiao lowered her head and smiled gently: "That sounds good. Let's stay in bed for a while before getting up, okay?"

Shangguan Wanjun smiled gently and nodded, like the bright spring sun. The charm on her face that had not completely disappeared made her look sexy, charming, and full of style and allure.

They were happy for an hour, but Concubine Xian - Lin Gong Yuke was different. She was depressed for an hour and even had trouble sleeping during her nap and dreams.

In a tent, Shangguan Wanjun summoned civil and military officials to discuss state affairs.

"My dear ministers, I have something to say. Whether in the front court or the harem, we have many palace ladies and court ladies. What I am talking about today is about the marriage and childbirth of these ladies."

The ministers were puzzled as to why the emperor suddenly mentioned this matter.

"To show the court's love for its ministers and their compassion for me, I have decided to improve the treatment of the female officials. Officials in this dynasty are entitled to a nine-day holiday for marriage, but since the establishment of the system, female officials have never been granted leave for childbirth. This has also led to many female officials in the previous dynasty and the harem being afraid to marry. This is a very bad thing and a very serious reality.

Pregnancy and childbirth can only begin after the two parties are married. If the female officials have been delaying their own life events due to certain things, it is actually the responsibility of the country, the court and you.

Therefore, I have decided to establish a maternity leave system for female officials, so that our female officials can choose to start a family after establishing their careers, just like the male officials. This will also encourage women all over the world, wives, daughters and sisters, to study actively, bravely participate in the imperial examinations, enter the court and serve our country and the people.

The Right Prime Minister was the first to agree: "Your Majesty, I agree with your point of view. Your Majesty is wise and wise. The women of our dynasty are proud of you, and we men are even more honored by our wives, daughters and sisters at home."

After hearing what he said, Shangguan Wanjun suddenly burst into applause.

"Right Prime Minister, you're right. I applaud you. You have a high level of ideological awareness. I give you a thumbs up."

The right prime minister was flattered by the praise and looked up proudly.

"That is, who is the emperor? She is the first empress of our dynasty and the first empress of all eternity. She is a role model for young women all over the world."

General Xuanwei applauded the Right Prime Minister's speech enthusiastically: "Well said, Right Prime Minister. I didn't expect that you have become more and more insightful as you age. This general really admires you."

His sudden applause startled everyone, including Shangguan Wanjun who was sitting in the main seat.

Being praised in such a disguised way by the two people, she felt a little embarrassed and smiled softly.

"You two, my dear ministers, are such a joke. Although I have been on the throne for several years, I still have a lot to learn. I still rely on you, my dear ministers, to guide me, to give me advice, and to remind me at all times. Let us make progress together and create brilliance together in the future."

The ministers were excited by what they said: "Okay."

"Now, let's get back to the topic of maternity leave for women. First, I have decided to grant female officials two months of maternity leave, plus an additional 40 days of postpartum leave. What do you think, my dear ministers?" In the Tang Dynasty, officials were granted nine days of marriage leave. Specifically, those marrying themselves were entitled to nine days, while relatives marrying were entitled to five days.

Wu Guifei - As the Empress's husband, she is the father of the Empress's children and loves the Empress. She also shares the difficulties of the female officials and the family, and fully agrees with the Empress's decisions.

"Your Majesty, I second your proposal."

Minister of Revenue Mu Qinghai also quickly said, "I second the proposal."

Imperial Tutor Wang saluted and said, "I second the motion."

Then more and more male officials agreed one by one. As the empress, Shangguan Wanjun smiled with satisfaction. The ministers she valued, cultivated and trusted were different.

"I thank you all for your recognition, support, and trust. In addition to the maternity and postpartum leave for the ladies-in-waiting, I have also decided to allow them to continue receiving their basic salary while on court leave. Now that this is settled, I will discuss the treatment of their husbands who serve in the same court."

The male ministers were stunned: They still have male officials?

The ladies-in-waiting looked up at the empress in shock.

Marriage leave and maternity leave for officials of the Yuan Dynasty

"First, regarding marriage leave, male and female officials previously received five days of leave for marriages within three generations of their lineal line. This has now been increased to five days for marriages within four generations of their lineal line.

Second, regarding maternity leave for female officials, if their husbands are also officials in the court, their wives can enjoy half a month of paternity leave. For the record, this is a common benefit and guarantee for both parties to contribute to national development.

However, the requirement that female officials must be accompanied by their husbands during maternity leave must be strictly enforced. Anyone who violates this requirement will be severely punished with twenty lashes of the cane, have their basic salary confiscated, and be demoted one level.

Third, regarding postpartum leave for female officials, if their husbands are officials in the same court, their wives can enjoy half a month of confinement leave to accompany them during pregnancy. The requirements are the same as maternity leave, and the consequences are at their own risk.

After she finished speaking, Shangguan Wanjun looked at the ministers with a serious tone and expression.

"You guys, do you understand?"

The ministers bowed and said, "I understand."

Shangguan Wanjun smiled with satisfaction when she heard this.