Resisting the Wind and Splendor

The emperor did not agree immediately.

He was also thinking about many things.

Although Chu Xiaohe had never heard Chu Yueli say these things before, he understood her feelings as soon as she spoke them.

Chu Xiaohe hurriedly went up to the stage, knelt down beside Chu Yueli, and said loudly, "Your Majesty, please allow this humble general to lead the Chu family army to the southern border to protect our Eastern Ling territory!"

"This..." The Emperor lowered his gaze, deep in thought.

Consort Rui suddenly smiled and said, "The Southern Frontier is far away. General Chu, who knows when you will be able to return. But Ali is of marriageable age. Why don't you wait until Ali is married before you leave? Once Ali has someone to take care of her, you will have fewer worries."

Consort Rui looked at the Emperor, her smile growing even gentler: "Your Majesty, what do you think?"

The emperor thought for a moment, but didn't say anything, only nodded.

Just as Consort Rui was about to say something, the Empress said, "Indeed, the Duke's family is known for its loyalty and bravery. Now, among the younger generation, only General Chu and Ali remain."

"I have watched the two of them grow up since they were little. Now that I see General Chu heading to the Southern Frontier, I feel reluctant to part with them. These two young people are not yet married and settled down."

"Queen..."

“Consort Rui, I am happy for Prince Jin now that he has found a good match. Ali and Prince Jin have been friends since childhood. Now that Prince Jin is happy, Ali should also find her own happiness.”

"Jin'er is currently unmarried, so please be careful with your words, Your Majesty!" Consort Rui's face immediately darkened.

That damned woman, every word she says is implying that her son is not qualified to compete for Chu Yueli.

The Empress feigned surprise and said, "Didn't I hear the other day that Prince Jin's household already has a young lady?"

"Since it's just hearsay, it means there's no evidence. The Empress has been in the palace for so many years, doesn't she understand the meaning of 'be careful with your words' better than anyone else?"

"you!"

"Enough! This is noisy and disorderly behavior!" The Emperor's face was extremely unpleasant.

There were foreign guests present, and these two women actually started making sarcastic remarks, which was really disappointing!

The Emperor's face was grim, and neither the Empress nor Consort Rui dared to continue speaking.

However, the Emperor also had his own thoughts: "However, what the Empress and Consort Rui said is not wrong. General Chu, Ali, you two are already of marriageable age. As the saying goes, you should settle down and start a family. Even if you want to go to the Southern Frontier, you should settle down first."

The Emperor smiled and said, "In the coming days, I will ask the Empress Dowager to take a good look at which young master and young lady are suitable. We will choose a date first, and after they get married, they can go and make achievements."

Chu Xiaohe and Chu Yueli felt a sinking feeling in their hearts.

The Empress and Consort Rui were also in a somber mood.

This matter actually fell into the hands of the Empress Dowager!

Chu Yueli's eyes flickered slightly, and she was about to say something.

Not far behind, Tuoba Yi suddenly laughed loudly, "So Miss Li is still unmarried, that's wonderful! Miss Li, I am fond of you, I wonder if you would be willing to become my wife?"

What? The Third Prince of Dongzhou is proposing to Chu Yueli?

Half of the girls in the audience were so shocked that they couldn't help but stand up.

The Third Prince is their target today!

Chu Xiaohe and Chu Yueli were also startled, turning around abruptly to look at him with surprise.

Even the emperor was so astonished he couldn't close his mouth.

In one of the seats, someone crushed their cup in their hand with a loud crack.

Some people clenched their fists so tightly that their knuckles cracked involuntarily.

Tuoba Yi, however, only looked at Chu Yueli.

It was rare to see that fleeting look of surprise in the eyes of this meticulous little girl.

He suddenly realized that this matter was more interesting than he had imagined.

Tuoba Yi's smile became even more captivating: "Ali, I am still alone, and there are no beauties in my household. Would you be willing to marry me and become my princess consort?"