Regarding Dongyou's affairs, Emperor Zhaoming did not want to ask any more questions in front of the Queen Mother. Asking too many questions would only make her more uneasy and even object to letting Yun Zishu marry her.
The harem is not allowed to interfere in politics.
The marriage between the two countries is related to the peace of the world. It is not just a marriage matter for the youngest daughter's family, and the Queen Mother cannot tolerate objection.
After sitting for a while, Emperor Zhaoming stood up and said goodbye: "Mother, please rest for now. I still have some marriage matters to discuss with Zishu, so I won't disturb the Queen Mother's rest."
The Queen Mother's expression darkened: "Your Majesty, you don't want the Ai family to hear?"
"The Queen Mother misunderstood." Emperor Zhaoming quickly denied it, with a sincere tone, "It's just that there are too many dowry items, involving living people such as maidens, maids, eunuchs, and guards, as well as precious things such as gold, silver, and jade. Two days a day
I can't make a decision at home, I still need to call several ministers from the Ministry of Rites and the Ministry of Households to discuss and decide together, and I hope my mother will understand."
The Queen Mother was silent for a moment, then reluctantly accepted his explanation, and said calmly: "Everything about the dowry is based on Zishu's wishes. Those who can agree will be agreed. If you can't agree, please ask the emperor to satisfy her in other ways."
Even though Emperor Zhaoming was displeased, he nodded cooperatively: "Don't worry, Queen Mother, I know what to do."
"There is one more thing." The Queen Mother seemed to have thought of something important, her expression seemed unhappy, and even her tone sounded a bit lukewarm, "The Emperor has been busy with government affairs recently, and he has Qiu Wei first.
, and later entertained the envoys. The emperor may have forgotten the birthday of the Ai family, but the Ai family can understand the emperor's difficulties. At present, the court has no way to divide the time, the Ai family plans to take a day to hold a banquet in Ci'an Palace, except for the harem.
In addition to the concubines, let the royal family princesses and princesses also come over to have a meal, get together, and chat with Zishu. After all, after getting married, there will be no chance to see each other."
Emperor Zhaoming's expression froze slightly, and he felt a little embarrassed for a moment.
"Look at your memory." He apologized quickly, "Recently, there have been too many things going on in the court. They entertained Dongyou envoys for half a month, so that I neglected the most important things. Well, I think this is the case.
The Ministry of Ceremonies was summoned to discuss and decide to hold a lively birthday banquet for the Queen Mother——"
"No need." The Queen Mother waved her hand, her face softened slightly, "As long as the Emperor has this intention, it's not like the Ai family can't understand. The day after tomorrow, just let them all come into the palace to have a meal with the Ai family."
Emperor Zhaoming looked ashamed: "I really deserve to die."
"The Emperor has many things to deal with every day, so there is no need to blame yourself too much."
Emperor Zhaoming apologized again and again before resigning and leaving Ci'an Palace. The Queen Mother waved her hand and glanced across Yun Zishu's face. Yun Zishu met her gaze, lowered her eyes calmly, and then respectfully
He bowed and left, turned around and followed Emperor Zhaoming out.
Finally coming out of Ci'an Palace, Emperor Zhaoming faced the sun outside, and his gloomy mood relaxed a little.
"Zishu." Emperor Zhaoming began to take the route of family ties again, "The marriage is related to the reconciliation of the two countries. My father also has a lot of helplessness. Can you understand me?"
Yun Zishu respectfully replied: "Father, don't worry, I know that the overall situation is the most important thing."
"This is my good daughter." Emperor Zhaoming said with a smile on his face, "Don't worry, the dowry size will definitely not be small. I will try my best to meet your requirements and let you come to Dongyou."
I won’t be bullied by others.”
Yun Zishu seemed to have accepted her fate and whispered: "Thank you, father."
Emperor Zhaoming glanced at her and said no more, "Sicang."
"The humble duty is here."
"Since you are going to follow Zishu to Dongyou, please hand over the leadership of the Shadow Pavilion during this period of time before this year." Emperor Zhaoming's tone was calm, revealing the pressure that could not be refused, "You can select the most skilled and most skilled person from the pavilion.
I will take some time to summon the loyal Shadow Guards and appoint a new leader."
This time he must select the most obedient shadow guard who is only loyal to the king. Those who are disobedient will only be quietly eliminated.
Sicang said: "I humble my position and obey the decree."
"Is there anything else you need to add to Dongyou's side?"
Sicang thought for a while: "I heard that the emperor and the empress originally had a favorite candidate for the crown prince, but because their prince insisted on marrying Dayong, the emperor and the empress had to respect his idea."
Emperor Zhaoming frowned and glanced at Yun Zishu subconsciously: "So what if I like it? Is it as noble as the legitimate princess of Dayong? Prince Dongyou has a keen eye for pearls and will definitely treat Zishu kindly."
Prince Dongyou is indeed a wise man.
Yun Zishu sighed silently. Perhaps she should be thankful that information between the two countries was not so convenient. Regardless of whether what Sicang said was true or false, her father could not find out even if he wanted to.
Queen Dongyou has a favorite candidate for the crown princess. It is impossible for anyone to hear this sentence without feeling worried - but who is a parent who truly loves their daughter, who is not sensitive to this?
Having a favorite candidate means that you will be more or less dissatisfied with other people. My father is really good at comforting him. He just said "a wise eye knows the pearl" lightly, just like dismissing a fool.
He would not think about it at all, what if the prince had no right to make decisions about his own affairs, had no ability to protect the person he wanted to marry, and had no room to speak in front of his father, emperor and mother... Then even if his mother reluctantly
What if he is allowed to marry the person he wants to marry?
In the end, it can still be broken up, and there is even more than one way to kill her.
Father will not consider this.
Yun Zishu didn't bother to tell him more. She showed weakness and pretended to be stupid just to gain more chips. She also temporarily left Dayong to plan better.
As for the future... There was a sarcastic look in Yun Zishu's eyes, and her father would know how stupid today's decision was.
"You guys go back and rest. The day after tomorrow is the Empress Dowager's birthday, Zishu, don't forget to come to the palace." Emperor Zhaoming said, and said, "Let the Empress Dowager feel better at the birthday banquet and don't keep mentioning those unpleasant things."
"I obey the order." Yun Zishu knelt down and saluted, "I take my leave."
Emperor Zhaoming hummed.
Yun Zishu and Sicang stopped, standing one after another with lowered eyebrows. When the imperial chariot walked away, Yun Zishu raised her head slightly and quietly watched the emperor's guard of honor go away.
Until she could no longer see him, she walked toward the palace gate.
"The Concubine Virtue from Dongyou is right." Yun Zishu smiled lightly, "If possible, my father could really pack me up and send me to the bed of Prince Dongyou."
Sicang's expression was slightly tense and his voice was low: "Even if the emperor really does this, his humble position will not let him succeed."
Yun Zishu turned her head and glanced at him: "Who should we not let succeed? My father, or the Prince of Dongyou?"
"It's the same." Si Cang couldn't help but want to hold her hand, but he was worried that he was in the palace, so he could only force himself to restrain his impulse, "No matter who it is, you can't force His Highness to do something against your will."