Chapter 516: The scene was awkward for a moment

e anything of herself in the Prince's Manor, and it would be impossible for her to stay there forever." 。Although I don't have much of a relationship with Third Highness, his judgment isn't that bad....Shi Liyuan did indeed come, and he came more than once. 。Every other night, he'd come visit Ye Wen at midnight. At worst, he wouldn't go more than two nights without stopping by. 。Sometimes I would just wander around the Night Mansion, slap a few people in the Second House or something, nobody knew about it though. 。He also frequented the Hall of Declarations, so the path was familiar to him. He just shouldn't have let it show. 。Lien Shi took a few quick steps and whispered to him, "Imperial Lord, it's time for the night mansion's butler to walk ahead." 。Shi Liyuan was stunned for a moment, then understood. He immediately slowed his pace, giving the steward room to maneuver. 。The house manager, with a hundred questions swirling in his mind, finally led the group to the Xuming Hall and then scurried away. 。Only Lian Shi and Yun Chen came with Shi Liyuan. Several purple-clothed palace maids bearing gifts stood outside the hall. They had to let their master pay respects to his mother-in-law first before they could go in and present their gifts. 。Under Mu's guidance, the Ye family members sat quietly. When the emperor arrived, not a single one stood up to greet him. Even Ye Feiyu was holding his teacup and sipping tea. 。Yefei Zhou, having received two great favors from Shi Liyuan, felt a bit embarrassed. Clearing his throat, he said, “Since the Emperor is here to seek the hand of our daughter in marriage, this matter should be handled according to the customs of the common people, regardless of status or position.” 。" Of course, of course. " 。Before Lady Ye, the Emperor is just a junior. 。A childish voice almost made Ye Chu Lian burst into laughter, her face flushed red. 。Shi Lifen didn't feel anything in particular, and he even agreed with Lian Shi's words. He nodded seriously, then walked a few steps forward on his own and stood before Mu Shi. He extended his hands forward in a respectful bow and performed a deep bow, saying: "My name is Shi Lifen. I pay my respects to Lady Ye." 。I apologize for the sudden visit. Please forgive me, madam. 。Mu's hand, hidden inside his sleeve, clenched tightly. He wiped the sweat from his palm onto his sleeve. 。Despite the tension, he didn't show it on his face. 。She thought Shi Lifeng's red outfit was a bit dazzling, and she remembered the legend that the emperor had worn red all year round because he had lived for so long, seeing through the birth and death of all living beings in the world. He slowly felt like a stone, without any life. 。So he likes to wear red, in order to constantly remind himself that he is also a breathing human being. 。Anyway, I have to say this person is really handsome, and he looks even better in red. 。I used to think that the royal children were already exceptionally beautiful, regardless of which prince or princess it was, including even the sixth prince. They all inherited the excellent genes of the influential House of Power. 。But now, seeing this Emperor, I feel that all the people in my family lose their color before this red robe. 。This made her, as a mother, couldn't help but think. Only with this appearance was she worthy of giving birth to such a beautiful daughter!Mu Shi sat in the main seat, watching Shi Liyuan, seeing him bow, listening to him speak, and then waited for him to bow for a while before saying: "Your Majesty Emperor doesn't need to be so polite, please sit down!" Then she said to Yun Chen and Lian Shi, "Both of you, please sit as well" 。"No need for that, ma'am. We're perfectly fine standing." 。Master Li left with a smile on his face, adding: "Thank you" 。Then, he moved his steps lightly, flicked his robe aside, and sat down in the chief seat on the left. 。Then no one spoke, both sides just stared at each other, as if waiting for the other to speak first, or maybe they didn't know what to say if they spoke first. 。Although Mu Shi had experience with matchmaking, she had never arranged a marriage of this caliber before. Even though she had thought about the opening remarks countless times, her performance was still off when it came to actually speaking. 。Thankfully, the Great Emperor brought reinforcements. Seeing that the situation was starting to get awkward, Yun Chen lightly coughed and took the initiative to break the ice. 。He said, “Yesterday heaven sent a decree, to send betrothal gifts, to say it all was impromptu, I did not discuss with Madam or the fourth young lady.” 。Although His Imperial Majesty has prepared for this matter for a long time, all preparations were made in the Yanhuapalace. For Ye Mansion, it was still somewhat abrupt. I hope Madam will forgive me. 。“Indeed, I was out of line. But I wasn’t entirely unprepared either.” 。Although Yan'er has never formally mentioned the Divine Emperor to us, that night during the New Year's Palace banquet when we were suddenly sent back home by magic, it must have been the Divine Emperor's doing. Therefore, we all have a certain idea about this matter in our hearts. 。" Shi Lifen hurried to say, "In front of the mistress, I'm not even worthy of being called Master. Just call me by my name." 。"The Mu clan wouldn't dare! — "It's still more convenient to call him Lord Emperor." 。Yun Chen then said, "Whether it's the name or anything else, it's just a title, of course, it naturally follows how Madam finds it comfortable to call." 。As for the New Year's Eve Palace Banquet, all of you are relatives of the fourth young lady, and naturally, His Majesty wants to protect her. 。And it's not just about protecting that one time, from now on the two families will be relatives. That means we have to protect each other for life. 。After finishing, he glanced at the several children of the Ye family again and added: "Not only will I protect everyone present, but in the future, when the two young masters and young ladies get married, the Emperor Lord will also protect their families and children." 。"

Ye Chulian straightened her body and felt that these people from the Imperial Observatory were really good at talking. They came right up wanting to bribe everyone!

Mu listened to this and also found it very agreeable, finally showing a smile on her face: "In that case, many thanks to Your Majesty for your grace>>>" 。But actually, none of us really matter. Since the Emperor has chosen our daughter, Yan'er, for you, the only thing we care about is whether you can truly be good to her. 。As long as you treat Yan'er well, we won't have any complaints even if you ignore us. 。Everyone has their own fate. It's best for siblings to help each other, but if they can't, just live your own life well. 。"Madam, you're being too far-fetched. It's impossible to say what would happen if the fourth young lady married an ordinary family." 。"To be able to marry the Emperor, but if you can't even protect your own family... I'm being presumptuous, but wouldn't that be a wasted marriage"

Then, she waved at the door and summoned the purple-clad maids carrying gifts inside. 。At this time, Lian Shi bumped Shi Liyuan without a trace. This was a pre-arranged signal. As long as Lian Shi bumped him, it meant it was his turn to speak. 。Thus, Shi Liyuan said: “Ayan said that although my true self is a cultivator, since Heaven and Earth's spiritual energy has vanished and all people live like ordinary mortals, then I must integrate... 。Before, she didn't care how he was, since he wanted to marry her, he had to follow her customs. 。I always listen to Ayan, she has the final say in everything we do. 。So she said, "According to the common way of people, I will also act according to the common way of people." 。Regardless of whether it's mortals or cultivators, I don't understand these marriage rituals. Therefore, I instructed my maidservants to go to the mortal realm and inquire about what gifts are appropriate for a betrothal visit. 。I hope I haven't made a mistake today. If I have, please don't blame me too much. 。After he finished speaking, Chen Shi stepped forward and one by one lifted the red cloth covering the presents. 。Then he pointed at those things and reported to Mu: “My servant inquired, for a betrothal proposal in the common folk, four items are essential gifts: tea, pastries, wine, and silk.” 。that is, tea leaves, snacks, wine, and fabric. Therefore, the Emperor also prepared these four items according to custom. 。"Madam, please see. This is tea, the divine tea of Mount Yanhua. It was cultivated by the esteemed Lord Tiandi who absorbed the essence of sun and moon with his spiritual power." 。Although ordinary people drinking it cannot live longer, it can still repair bodily diseases and injuries, all it takes is a cup of tea. 。If you drink it for a long time, you won't get sick in your life. 。This spirit tea was formerly drunk only by the Emperor himself. Although he occasionally shared some with the Emperor on a whim, it was extremely rare. 。I am the steward of Yanhuagong Palace, and all these matters go through my hands. Therefore, I know clearly that the late Emperor had only enjoyed one or two cups of spiritual tea in his lifetime, but today we brought two jin to the General's Mansion. 。The master has opened up a generous offer. From now on, the servants will bring you tea leaves every month. You can drink them yourself or use them as gifts. If you run out, just ask the servants for more. 。After tea, let's talk about desserts— "We have four kinds of pastries here: osmanthus cake, peach blossom cake, pear blossom cake, and jasmine cake" 。The flowers used are also picked from the Ling tree personally planted by the Supreme God of Yanhua Mountain. Eating them can invigorate the spirit and tonify qi, regulating both internal and external functions. 。This cake can enhance the internal energy of martial artists and make women confined to their homes radiant. 。Oh, and I almost forgot to mention, the flowers were picked personally by His Imperial Majesty from the tree, and the pastries were also freshly made this morning by His Imperial Majesty. 。Though they are just pastries, they represent the Emperor's good intentions. 。Next comes the wine— "Madam, take a look at this wine. This is the spirit wine that Lord Emperor buried over a hundred years ago in Yanhuashan." 。There used to be several jars, but the fourth young lady dug some out and drank some before. Now there are only four jars left. 。Ladies, please remember that spirit wine should not be consumed in excess. Half a cup to one cup at a time is sufficient. It has the same benefits of strengthening bones and aiding sleep. 。"To be honest, these silks don't have much of a story behind them..." 。The fabric of Yanhuashan is not woven cloth, so we can't produce good materials either. 。These are the tributes hidden in the palace. The Emperor heard that the esteemed Venerable was coming today to propose marriage, so he personally ransacked half the national treasury to find the best materials. 。The Celestial Emperor said that he didn't look down on it, but there was really no better option. He could only ask the Grand Madam to make do with it. 。 >>> 。" Lian introduced four things in one breath, and each of them made Mu feel like he had been cheated by a sucker.

But that's not all, because these four things are for the Mu family. There are still some to be given to several younger generations. 。The previous batch of Ziyigong people handed the things over to the night mansion servants, which could be considered as Mu's receipt. 。Another group stepped forward, and Chen turned to introduce Ye Feiyu and a few others. >nting, pale and lifeless, squeezed into her carriage. 。Today, she traveled in a carriage with her maid and Jiang Wanting, plus the maid Fish. The four of them were so crammed together that they were p...