The Rise of a General's Daughter-in-Law Doctor

After the giant panda was taken away, it was the turn of the ministers to present gifts to the emperor. With the previous birthday gifts as a foundation, the gifts presented by the ministers seemed rather lackluster.

Although the emperor maintained a smile, it was not hard to see that he was getting bored.

The old general was supposed to present his gift earlier, but because his gift was somewhat special, he waited until the very end to bring it out. The emperor had assumed the old general was about to present something extraordinary, hence the delay. However, when the old general finally presented his gift, he and everyone present exchanged a glance and asked, "What is this?"

The gift was a four-piece skating set that Li Muxia had prepared in advance.

These are ice skates, skis, roller skates, and skateboards.

The old general said nothing, but smiled and said to the emperor, "Your Majesty, please move your carriage!"

With some skepticism, the Emperor led the people in the main hall to an open space in front of the Yongle Hall.

Li Anjin had been waiting there for a long time. Everyone noticed that the shoes Li Anjin was wearing were one of the birthday gifts that the old general had presented to him earlier.

The old general repeated the words Li Muxia had given him: "Your Majesty, An Jin is wearing roller skates. They allow people to glide quickly on flat ground, and they can also improve balance, reduce the risk of heart disease, and enhance physical fitness. They are very suitable for Your Majesty to exercise after reviewing memorials."

After saying that, he nodded to Li Anjin.

Everyone then saw Li Anjin move. He gracefully navigated around the obstacles placed on the ground, his movements fluid and graceful, like a light swallow flying across the ground.

Li Anjin also performed several difficult moves, which instantly drew screams.

The Emperor immediately became interested and wanted to put on roller skates and skate around with Li Anjin, but was stopped by the old general who said, "Your Majesty, don't rush, the demonstration isn't over yet."

Then, everyone saw that General Li had somehow gotten into position, stepping onto his skateboard and getting ready.

Just as Li Anjin finished his last difficult move, General Li also started to move.

He moved like a cultivator in a picture book, giving the impression of flying on a sword if you didn't look closely. When passing obstacles, General Li leaped up lightly, and when the obstacles were over, he landed steadily on the skateboard. Then, General Li performed several difficult moves, making everyone present hold their breath, afraid that General Li would fall. When they saw that General Li was standing still unharmed, they cheered for his heroic appearance.

After General Li finished demonstrating, the Emperor urged the old general, "Old Li, are there two more?"

The old general said with a smile, "The remaining two cannot be displayed here."

The emperor asked in confusion, "Why?"

The old general explained, "Ice skates can only be used on ice, and their effect is similar to that of roller skates, while skateboards can only be used on snow, and they offer a unique experience."

Upon hearing this, the Emperor was intrigued, but he restrained himself; these two were enough to keep him entertained for a while. He urged, "In that case, I'll try these two first."

Seeing that the Emperor was in high spirits, the Empress Dowager quickly reminded him, "Your Majesty, let's try the roller skates and skateboard another day. Today is your birthday, and the Imperial Kitchen has already prepared everything. It's time to invite everyone to take their seats."

The Emperor then smiled and said, "It was my oversight."

After saying that, he had someone take the gift away.

When everyone returned to the main hall, the emperor was still thinking about the skateboard and roller skates. He asked, "Old Li, this gift of yours is quite unique. How did you come up with it?"

Upon hearing this, the old general cupped his hands and said, "This was not my idea. It was Mu Xia. Mu Xia said that His Majesty is busy with state affairs, so she thought of these things to help His Majesty relieve fatigue and relax."

Upon hearing this, the Emperor laughed loudly and said, "Well done, Li Muxia! Old General, I remember that badminton also originated from the General's Mansion. Could it be that your little granddaughter came up with it?"

The old general did not answer, but looked at Li Muxia, gesturing for her to answer.

Li Muxia stood up, bowed to the Emperor, and said, "Your Majesty, neither this badminton shuttlecock nor today's birthday gift was my idea. I found it in a travelogue."

Upon hearing this, the Emperor stroked his beard and said, "Oh, it's the travelogue you mentioned last time."

Seeing Li Muxia nod, the Emperor said with some regret, "Alas, if such a good travelogue were still here, I would like to read it myself."

Upon hearing this, Li Muxia quickly knelt down and begged for forgiveness: "It was Muxia who failed to protect him properly. Please punish me, Your Majesty."

Upon seeing this, the Emperor quickly said, "This is not your fault. It is thanks to you that I have learned about so many strange and wonderful things. Please get up."

Besides, even the Emperor wouldn't dare to punish him. Stealing a glance at Dongfang Jincheng, sure enough, the boy's brows furrowed.

Li Muxia then got up.

Next up was the time to showcase talents. This palace banquet was supposed to be a birthday celebration for the emperor, but since ancient times, banquets have always been a place where people compete to outdo each other. After all, at such a large palace banquet, the best young talents and beautiful women in the capital were all there, so it would be a shame not to make the most of it.

Sometimes, the political arena is more brutal than the battlefield. And marriage is the simplest way to consolidate one's position.

The one dancing now is Princess Long Xinya of the Dragon Soaring Kingdom. As expected of a princess, Long Xinya's dance is elegant and graceful. In the center of the hall, she is like a nimble butterfly. Many people in the hall are stunned, and some even compare Long Xinya's dance with that of Wei Shuyue.

Wei Shuyue remained calm and composed throughout, unaffected by the surrounding discussions.

This also earned Wei Shuyue many admiring glances, and many women were thinking of proposing marriage to her after the palace banquet.

After the dance ended, enthusiastic applause rang out from the audience.

The Emperor also generously gave her the highest praise. Everyone thought that Long Xinya would leave after expressing her gratitude, but unexpectedly, Long Haonan stood up and said, "Your Majesty, in addition to wishing Your Majesty a happy birthday, my father also hopes to establish a marriage alliance with the Eastern Kingdom."

Upon hearing this, the Emperor glanced at Long Xinya, who was still in the center of the hall, and asked, "I wonder if the Third Princess has a marriage prospect in mind?"

Everyone assumed it was Long Xinya who was to be married off, but after the Emperor finished speaking, Long Haonan said, "It's not just Huang Mei who's to be married off; I also wish to ask the Protector General's Mansion of the Eastern Kingdom for the hand of the old general's eldest granddaughter, Li Muxia."