The government was sending out wives, and I ended up with a princess from the previous dynasty!

Although Jia Daoshi supported his wife, he couldn't very well refuse his father-in-law, who seemed to be there to offer his blessings.

“Master Yi, you are Qianxiao’s father, and now you are my father-in-law. I should treat you with the utmost respect. But I am a wife-doting maniac. I will not do anything that would make Qianxiao unhappy. So, if Qianxiao is unwilling to forgive you, then I can only apologize.”

Jia Daoshi paused for a moment, then continued, "As for the Fifth Prince, I will naturally handle that. Please rest assured, Qianxiao will not suffer any injustice while following me."

"Hmm~"

After listening to Jia Daoshi and Yi Qianxiao's words, Yi Yun had something to say, but in the end, he could only sigh.

Although he had his own selfish motives in this matter, he couldn't very well refuse the Fifth Prince.

Imperial power is not so easily defied.

The thousands of mouths on and off the Xuanhua ship all depended on the imperial court.

If they offend the Fifth Prince, will Xuanhua have a good life?

No matter how brave a sect is, can it withstand 100,000 iron cavalry?

Pei Lu, who was standing to the side, did not speak up for Yi Yun at this time.

Yi Qianxiao was someone Pei Lu had watched grow up, essentially his own granddaughter. His granddaughter had been forced to run away from home alone with her maid, and had encountered danger several times. He had long wanted to hold Yi Yun accountable. The fact that she accompanied him to visit today was already a great favor!

Yi Yun shook his head and left in the end.

Although Yi Qianxiao was stubborn, she couldn't help but tear up as she watched her father's somewhat aged and lonely figure disappear into the wind and snow.

Tears rolled down her cheeks.

Seeing this, Jia Daoshi hurriedly stepped forward, gently wiping away the tears, and comforted her, "Don't cry, or you'll turn into a little kitten."

"Yeah, I'm just suddenly feeling a bit annoyed."

Yi Qianxiao wiped away her tears.

"Then I'll go and find my father-in-law," Jia Daoshi said. He had never seen Yi Qianxiao cry before, and he felt a pang of heartache for her.

"You're not allowed to go!" Yi Qianxiao remained stubborn. "All he cares about is his grand ambitions in the martial world. My mother and I are just pawns he can discard at any time... I don't want to see him..."

Seemingly recalling some unbearable past, Yi Qianxiao could no longer hold back her tears.

Jia Daoshi sighed inwardly and could only pull the person into his arms, gently comforting him.

At this time, what a woman needs most is a warm embrace.

Fortunately, Pei Lu was still there, and Yi Qianxiao quickly controlled her emotions and calmed herself down.

"Grandpa Pei, Qianxiao has been very happy and content these past few days," Yi Qianxiao said with a smile as she walked up to Pei Lu.

"You silly girl, you still owe your Grandpa Pei a cup of wedding wine." Pei Lu smiled kindly, his eyes full of affection.

"Hehe! Grandpa Pei, stay and drink to your heart's content! We also have lots of delicious food here!"

Yi Qianxiao smiled too.

Girls, it's the same in every dynasty, definitely hope to receive the blessings of their elders when it comes to such a major life event as marriage.

Pei Lu's words brightened her mood again.

Yi Qianxiao was in a good mood, and Jia Daoshi was naturally happy as well. He immediately gave the order to prepare a grand banquet.

Pei Lu naturally wouldn't refuse.

During the meal, Pei Lu's eyes were opened to a whole new world of delicious food, which he couldn't stop eating.

No wonder, Qianxiao seems to have gained weight recently.

After having eaten and drunk wine, Old Master Pei got up and left.

As he was leaving, the old man revealed the ultimate purpose of his trip—to deliver the dowry!

The second young lady of Xuanhua was getting married, so it couldn't be a shabby affair!

This move resulted in the loss of almost 20% of Xuanhuahao's assets!

This is absolutely an overwhelming fortune!

Jia Daoshi never expected that he would become a shareholder of Xuanhuahao!

"Looks like I'm stuck with this gigolo. Rich, beautiful women are really tempting..."

Yi Qianxiao looked at the pile of property deeds and land deeds in front of her and fell silent.

The one who brought out these dowries was naturally not Pei Lu, but his own father, the head of the household.

Although she was furious that her father wanted her to marry the fifth prince, she was unable to calm down in the face of his blessing.

"Qianxiao, can we accept this dowry?"

Jia Daoshi asked from the side.

"Of course I want it! I've contributed to Xuanhua's current status! I've worked hard, shed sweat, and made contributions! Why not take it if it's free!" Yi Qianxiao said fiercely.

"Okay, whatever makes you happy!" Jia Daoshi chuckled.

After all, it was his wife's dowry.

However, with this dowry, Jia Daoshi suddenly realized that he could finally relax!

Even if you spend it all in a lifetime, you probably won't be able to spend it all.

Marrying a rich woman is awesome!

……

Time flies, and soon it was New Year's Eve.

This was Jia Daoshi's first New Year since he came into this world.

Very special!

Although the Great Jing Dynasty was constantly at war, they still celebrated the New Year.

Yilan County also prepared a lantern festival for this occasion.

After dinner, Jia Daoshi took several women and prepared to go to the city to visit the lantern festival.

How could we miss such a lively event?

As soon as Jia Daoshi stepped through the city gate, he was shocked.

Everywhere you look, there are beautiful lanterns, some hanging at the entrance of shops and houses, and others carried by people. Groups of children on the street are chasing and playing with lanterns in their hands. There are many different styles and exquisite designs that dazzle the eyes!

During the Chinese New Year, everyone wears new clothes.

The girls, in particular, were dressed in dazzling attire.

Women from all walks of life and foreign tribes mingled among the crowd, and for a time, the streets were filled with the sound of silvery laughter, creating a lively atmosphere.

On the bustling streets, the sound of firecrackers could be heard from time to time, and wisps of smoke filled the air, creating a festive atmosphere for the Chinese New Year!

"It's been a long time since I've seen such a lively and atmospheric New Year's Eve!" Jia Daoshi exclaimed with the same emotion.

Before I traveled through time, I couldn't even set off fireworks during the Lunar New Year. The festive atmosphere was fading, and the food tasted bland.

Jia Daoshi originally thought that he would never be able to have such a lively New Year's Eve again.

"Yes! It's been so long since it's been this lively!" Murong Jiu's face turned rosy with excitement.

"Ah Jiu! Come on, let's go buy lanterns too!" Yi Qianxiao was also excited and pulled Murong Jiu to join in the fun.

"Sister Qinglin, you come too!" Murong Jiu pulled Di Qinglin along. "My lord, you wait for us here."

The three women then turned into three little girls.

Jia Daoshi looked at the three figures and a smile appeared on his face.

This is life.

Before my eyes, the flickering lights and candlelight, the dazzling fireworks, the whole town is filled with a passionate love for life.

The houses on both sides of the street were all decorated with lanterns and colorful decorations, and the doors were left unlocked at night for passersby to enjoy.

There were also nouveau riche families who hired opera troupes and musicians to perform, giving people a feeling of extravagance and decadence.

In the midst of the fervent and bustling atmosphere of New Year's Eve, something round suddenly fell from the sky, heading straight for Jia Daoshi. Jia Daoshi reached out and caught it, only to find it was an embroidered ball.

He looked in the direction from which the embroidered ball had come, and saw a woman standing among a group of children setting off firecrackers in the depths of the lamplight, looking at him through her black veil!