"This is a matter of great importance to the royal heirs and the stability of the country. Naturally, we dare not slack off in the slightest."

Li Chengqian nodded slightly after hearing what Mr. Qi said. "I understand, but even so, there's no need for so many of you to come."

"This isn't a huge problem!"

"Send me a memorial and I'll approve it."

Fang Xuanling felt a headache when he saw Li Chengqian's nonchalant expression. He tried to persuade him earnestly, "Your Majesty! You are already 23 years old!"

"Don't even mention the royal family! Even in ordinary families, children would be running around at this age. Who wouldn't be anxious? The late emperor got married at fourteen!"

Li Chengqian remained unconvinced: "There's no rush, it's okay to get married later."

Seeing Li Chengqian's attitude, Fang Xuanling said anxiously, "Your Majesty! In the Tang Dynasty, where else can you find a man of this age who is still unmarried?"

The moment he said this, he seemed to realize something and stopped talking.

When Mr. Qi heard this, he couldn't help but cough awkwardly, trying to cover up the sudden awkward atmosphere.

Fang Xuanling glanced at Mr. Qi dimly and said persistently, "Grand Master Qi, you are still the Grand Master of the Tang Dynasty, holding a high position. I believe you are twenty-five now, right?"

"Why haven't you gotten married yet? It's fine if you don't get married, but don't lead His Majesty astray!"

Mr. Qi felt a little embarrassed when Fang Xuanling said this. He touched his nose subconsciously, and a hint of embarrassment appeared in his eyes.

Li Chengqian smiled slightly upon seeing this, and tried to smooth things over by saying, "Prime Minister Fang, you are right. It's just that the weather is cold, so you should be careful not to catch a cold."

As he spoke, Li Chengqian gently pulled Fang Xuanling's robe to wrap it more tightly.

"Prime Minister Fang, there's no need to worry about anything yourself. For example, this morning, you came all the way from the Cabinet Office to Liangyi Palace. I'm really worried about your health."

"Li Ji and Cheng Yaojin are younger than you and have already submitted their retirement letters to me. They can now rest in peace in Xianyang, but I still cannot do without you, Prime Minister Fang."

"You are sixty-four years old this year. If you need anything, just tell Master Qi to do it. He is young and strong, and you only need to speak!"

Although the prime minister system has been abolished, people still respect Fang Xuanling and are still accustomed to calling him prime minister.

If nothing unexpected happens, he will be the last prime minister!

Fang Xuanling held Li Chengqian's hand tightly and said earnestly, "Your Majesty, I am still strong and can still serve you. Your Majesty, don't worry."

"Normally, when there's something going on, I'll naturally send other members of the cabinet to handle it. The office Your Majesty has set up is truly brilliant!"

"I feel so energetic when handling affairs in there, I even sweat!"

"Your Majesty's marriage is a matter of great importance to the royal family and the nation. I, your humble servant, will help your father keep a close eye on you. There must not be the slightest mistake!"

Li Chengqian nodded obediently: "I understand, my dear Fang, but you must never do this again in the future!"

"It's so cold, and I feel bad for you walking all the way here from the Cabinet Office."

At this point, Li Chengqian turned to look at Mr. Qi and Li Wei, glaring at them in feigned anger, "Master Qi, you are also a careless person!"

"Look at how old Fang Xiang is! And you, Li Wei! How could you allow Fang Xiang to work so hard!"

When Mr. Qi and Li Wei heard Li Chengqian scolding them, they hurriedly apologized.

"Your Majesty, please forgive me! I acknowledge my guilt!"

Seeing this, Fang Xuanling hurriedly tried to persuade them: "Alright, Your Majesty, don't blame them. It was an old minister who acted on his own initiative. It has nothing to do with them."

Li Chengqian tightly grasped Fang Xuanling's slightly aged hand, and seeing the weariness in his eyes, he couldn't help but feel distressed. He turned around and shouted loudly, "Xianhuai, come in!"

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