118. Chapter 118 A strange combination of circumstances(1/2)
When Xiao Jingyu came out of Prince Yan's Mansion, he felt indescribably happy.
He took all his belongings with him, as well as a pair of bracelets left to him by his mother, which were given to him by the emperor when he was born.
After giving birth to him, her mother, who was a palace maid, passed away before she could obtain her title. She was only granted the title of Cai Nv after her death.
He vowed that one day, he would give his mother everything she deserved.
The concierge of Shangshu Mansion didn't know Xiao Jingyu, he only got in after getting the post from Prince Yan's Mansion.
Han Yuanchong thought it was Xiao Jingheng who was here, and hurriedly brought Han Yunxi out to meet the guests.
When he saw it was Xiao Jingyu, his expression changed and he asked calmly: "Why is His Majesty the Seventh Prince here?"
Xiao Jingyu showed thorough etiquette, cupped his hands and said: "Han Shangshu."
When he saw Han Yunxi looking haggard in the back, he felt extremely distressed.
"Today I am here to propose marriage to Han Shangshu. I want to marry Miss Han."
Han Yunxi raised her eyes and looked at him. In the past, she would have dismissed him, but now, she no longer has the right to look down on him. At least he is a genuine prince.
After hearing this, Han Yuanchong burst out laughing, but he was laughing because Xiao Jingyu was overestimating his abilities.
"Thanks to His Majesty the Seventh Highness for his great love for my daughter, but my daughter has been betrothed to King Yan."
Xiao Jingyu took out a letter from his arms and said, "Brother Wang asked me to bring this, please Han Shangshu to read it."
Han Yuanchong took it and read it, the smile on his face disappeared little by little, and finally tore the letter into pieces.
"What does Jamel Xiao mean? I don't believe it. My daughter, Han Yuanchong, can't get married."
After all, he is still the Minister of the Ministry of War. This Xiao Jingheng is bullying others too much.
Han Yunxi lowered her head, with a mocking smile on her lips. Who would have thought that she, the daughter of a powerful minister, would be reduced to a position where no one wanted her.
At this time, Xiao Jingyu suddenly knelt down and said: "I would like to marry Miss Han, and I ask Han Shangshu to make it happen."
He opened the box he brought with him: "This is the bride price! Although it is not much, I am sincere to the lady."
Han Yuanchong was unconvinced. Although Xiao Jingyu was a prince, he also knew that there was almost no possibility of him becoming a prince. If he wanted to support him, it would be even harder than reaching heaven.
But what can he do? Compared to others, he is at least a prince. Even if there is a one in ten thousand chance, he will not give up.
Xiao Jingyu had already expected Han Yuanchong's attitude, and he was betting on the one in ten thousand possibility.
Just when he was feeling uneasy, Han Yunxi came over, slowly put the two bracelets on his hands, turned around and said to Han Yuanchong: "Dad, I will marry him!"
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When Xiao Jingyu left Shangshu Mansion, fine snow fell from the gloomy sky.
When he was born, it was also the day of the first snow. From that day on, he seemed to be living in a world of ice and snow, without feeling any warmth. Therefore, he hated snow.
But today, he felt that this snowflake was particularly beautiful, crystal clear, pure and flawless, and felt cool in his palms. He never thought that such a beautiful thing would stay for him.
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"Xiao Jingyu and Han Yunxi?" Zhuang Wan said in disbelief: "Real or false?"
Rong Li said: "Why should I lie to you about this kind of thing? The imperial decree has already been issued."
"Oh my god, they two..." Zhuang Wan remembered that the book didn't write about the two of them being together! Or did she forget? But she couldn't forget such an important plot, right? Could it be that the plot collapsed?
The vicious female partner and the scheming male partner come together. This is a strong alliance! I don’t know what will happen in the future.
"I think it's quite appropriate. This will also solve His Highness's dilemma." Rong Li said.
Zhuang Wan wanted to say that he didn't know how scary Xiao Jingyu was.
"That's all, it has nothing to do with me anyway." Zhuang Wan looked up at the fluttering snowflakes in the sky and said, "This is the first time I've seen snow!"
"Really?" Rong Li thought for a while, "Oh, yes, the winter in Qianzhou is warm and snow is not easy to see."
He flicked the charcoal in the stove and said, "Winter is the best time to eat mutton. I will make you braised mutton later."
Zhuang Wan's eyes lit up: "It's tough food!"
Rong Li said: "I'm a good guy, right? What about your thank you gift?"
"Of course it's been prepared a long time ago." Zhuang Wan took out a box and handed it to him.
Rong Li took it with a smile on his face and asked expectantly: "What is it?"
Zhuang Wan said: "See for yourself."
Rong Li opened the box and saw a glass vase with a thin neck and round body inside.
Liuli was actually not rare to him, and many merchants from the Western Regions were selling it, but this was Zhuang Wan's intention, and he would gladly accept it no matter what it was given to him.
"This bottle is of fine workmanship, but why did you give me a bottle?"
Zhuang Wan said mysteriously: "You take it to a dark place and take a look."
Rong Li took the bottle under the table in confusion, and saw that the bottle was actually emitting colorful light, which was reflected from the clear to the glass, which was beautiful.
"It's so magical!" Rong Li took it up, looked at the contents of the bottle, and said, "Is there fluorite in it?"
Zhuang Wan nodded: "It's fluorite, and it comes in many colors. I bought these fluorite at a high price. It will look even more beautiful when it gets dark."
Rong Li put the glass bottle into the box, "Okay, let's take a look at it when it gets dark."
"It's okay, you can take it back and read it." Zhuang Wan said, "I've already read it."
Rong Li said: "What's the point of admiring beautiful things alone? Okay, I'm going to cook."
The days are short in winter, it gets dark after dinner, and the snow falls more quickly.
"How about it, it's beautiful!" Zhuang Wan looked at the light reflected from the glass bottle, making the whole room colorful.
Rong Li looked at her with a smile: "Beautiful!"
"Did you know? There is a place where there is a more brilliant light than this in the sky. That is called aurora."
Zhuang Wan just talked, but Rong Li's mind was not on what she said.
He suddenly reached out and touched her face. Zhuang Wan quickly hid aside, "What are you doing?"
Seeing her guarded look, Rong Li felt disappointed and said, "Let me see if you are cold or not."
"It's not cold." Zhuang Wan said, "It's getting late, you should go home and rest quickly! I won't see you off."
Rong Li had no choice but to stand up and said: "Then I'll leave first and come back to see you tomorrow."
"I may not be at home tomorrow." Zhuang Wan said.
Rong Li said "Oh", "Okay, I understand."
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The fire made this cold winter day as warm as spring. Zhuang Wan touched her cheek, and she thought of Yan Cheng's calloused and rough palms.
Time flies so fast, he has been gone for more than a month.
It’s so cold in Kyoto, so it must be even colder in Fuzhou! I wonder if he put on his winter coat.
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The wedding date of Xiao Jingyu and Han Yunxi was set for the eighteenth day of this month. Concubine Xian even went to the emperor in person to ask for help, saying that Xiao Jingyu was now married and should have a title and a decent mansion.
As a result, Xiao Jingyu was granted the title of King of Qi and given a small house as his palace.
Qi and Qi have the same pronunciation. The emperor kept his promise, and Han Yunxi was also married to the King of Qi. They were just different people, and the uninformed common people heard the same thing.
On the 18th, the snow fell very heavily, and the wedding party marched slowly along the white long street.
Han Yunxi, who was in the wedding sedan, held scissors in her hand, slowly cut off a strand of hair and threw it out of the sedan. The hair was blown away by the wind and snow.
From today on, she is no longer Han Yunxi, and she is no longer the daughter of a minister being used as a pawn.
She is Princess Qi! Her husband is King Xiao Jingyu of Qi! The glory of her life lies in this man.
The red candles flickered, filling the room with joy.
But this wedding was deserted. There were no guests, relatives or friends.
Xiao Jingyu slowly stood up and took off Han Yunxi's wedding veil.
"You're tired! I'll get you some water to wash up." He said awkwardly: "There are no servants in the house yet, but there will be soon."
"No need!" Han Yunxi said.
"..."
Xiao Jingyu paused, "Then you rest, I...I'm leaving."
He turned and opened the door.
"Your Majesty!" Han Yunxi stopped him, "Tonight is the wedding night for you and me, where is Your Majesty going?"
Xiao Jingyu was stunned for a moment, a smile slowly appeared on his lips, and he gently closed the door...
That night, an urgent letter eight hundred miles from Fuzhou was delivered to the palace.
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To be continued...