flstandardbreds Chapter 139 Commitment
Chapter 139 Commitment
"The eldest prince's biological mother is the Empress, and he is a kind and generous person. The second prince's uncle is the General of Cavalry, who commands an army of 200,000 men. The third prince is good at disguise and is deeply favored by the Emperor. If either of these two ascends to the throne, the political situation will fall into turmoil." Shen Nanting analyzed to Huaying in a low voice.
He paused, then asked, "If the eldest prince's wife wants to see you, what will you do?"
Huaying thought for a moment and replied calmly: "Although the current situation is special, a normal summons should still be possible. Besides, Sister Sumu will not involve me because I am of little use to them."
After hearing this, Shen's father reminded them: "Remember, these court affairs must not be discussed outside the family, so as not to bring about a fatal disaster." While sorting out the books in his hands, he looked at his children seriously.
"Yes, father." Huaying and Shen Nanting responded in unison. They knew very well that in this complex environment, it was very important to protect themselves and their families.
At night in the Fu Mansion, Fu Shiyan returned to the study after school and sat at the desk to review his homework. He blew out the candle when he heard the night watchman's call.
He walked to the bookshelf and twisted an inconspicuous vase. The bookshelf slowly opened, revealing a dark passage on the ground. When the emperor ordered the reconstruction of the mansion, the layout remained unchanged. The secret room that his father had made was in the study.
Fu Shiyan walked into the secret room. On one wall hung a huge relationship chart filled with names and positions, from Emperor Wu to the harem, from princes to court officials, unfolding bit by bit.
Because of his chronic illness, he was raised in a secluded courtyard by his father since he was a child. He hired teachers to teach him knowledge and martial arts, and he was completely ignorant of the court.
After arriving in Beijing, I can only use this stupid method. When I have any questions, I will come and take a look to see who is the ultimate beneficiary or the person behind the scenes.
Fu Shiyan picked up the pen and circled a name, the eldest prince Wu Xufeng.
Wu Xufeng had previously persuaded his eldest brother to work for him, and it was his contribution that enabled his eldest brother to return to Beijing smoothly, and to get an official position and renovate the mansion.
He took his elder brother's secret recipe for making gunpowder and successfully overshadowed the second prince in the court, regaining the trust of Emperor Wu.
He also promised his eldest brother that he would find out the truth about the fire at Fu Mansion and that it was he who married his eldest brother's childhood sweetheart, Sister Sumu.
Why did he seek help from his powerless elder brother? Was it just because of the gunpowder secret recipe?
Fu Shiyan picked up the pen and circled two more people, General Su Xiong and Zuo Cheng Shen Xiangli.......
How quiet the forest is in April, with green plums all over the ground. In a blink of an eye, it is April 18th, the day of the Shen family's daughter's coming-of-age ceremony.
At the gate of the Shen Mansion, there were carriages with the emblems of various officials parked, and the courtyard was decorated in a festive manner.
Most of the guests invited for a girl's coming-of-age ceremony were women. Fu Shiyan sat upright in the carriage, slowly picked up the teacup, and slowly sipped the tea without getting off the carriage.
A woman's voice came from my ear, "The daughter of the Shen family has finally reached the age of marriage. The Queen Mother once said that the daughter of the Shen family should be married. From now on, the threshold of the Shen family will be smoothed by matchmakers."
Another woman continued, "I saw Miss Shen from afar at the palace banquet last time. She is extremely beautiful and talented, and is deeply loved by the royal family. I'm afraid she will enter the palace to become the prince's consort."
"I heard that the main guest today is the eldest prince's consort. I also heard that the emperor intends to find a partner for Prince Yan."
Someone sighed, "As the saying goes, a beautiful woman is sought after by many families, but I don't know who will be the one to win."
The voices of the ladies talking gradually faded away. Fu Shiyan stared at the jade pendant that Huaying gave him. The jade pendant had a faint luster, and it was obvious that its owner often played with it.
When they were in Taohua Town, one day Huaying sold some cold noodles and spent several taels of silver to buy it for him. Thinking that Huaying probably had forgotten about it, Fu Shiyan's lips curled up into a gentle smile.
How could he be willing to give up the light that shines into his life?
A burst of music interrupted Fu Shiyan's thoughts. He picked up the brocade box on the side and waited with peace of mind.
Inside the mansion, Huaying appeared in front of everyone in a simple and elegant dress with proper makeup. Following the MC's voice, she slowly walked towards her parents who were sitting in the main seat.
"Today, the daughter of the Shen family has grown up, with a charming smile and beautiful eyes. The auspicious time has come, and the coming-of-age ceremony has begun."
The eldest prince's wife Sumu walked towards Huaying who was kneeling on the ground with a smile on her face, picked up the jade hairpin from the maid's tray and gently inserted it into Huaying's hair, "On this auspicious day of the month, I will wear your first clothes. Give up your childish ambitions and become virtuous."
The master of ceremonies shouted, "Bow to your parents with filial piety, and bow with kindness."
Mr. and Mother Shen's eyes were slightly wet as they watched their lost daughter kneeling down to them.
Huaying follows the etiquette, puts on clothes, adds hairpins, pays respects to the ancestral hall, takes the name Huaying, and listens to instructions...
The process was not completed until noon, and the banquet lasted until the evening.
Mother and sister-in-law, after seeing off the last wave of female guests, Huaying can finally take off her gorgeous clothes and rest for a while.
The second brother Shen Nanxing looked at his younger sister's tired face, and couldn't help but feel distressed. He approached her gently and whispered, "Miss Shen, the second brother of the Fu family has been waiting outside for a long time. I let him in."
Huaying was startled, a hint of surprise flashed in her eyes. When she looked up again, she saw Fu Shiyan, dressed in black, chatting with his parents.
Huaying's heartbeat quickened involuntarily, and the tiredness on her face gradually disappeared.
At this moment, Fu Shiyan strode forward, walked to the center of the living room, and knelt on his knees, his expression solemn and sincere, "Uncle and aunt, the second son of the Fu family has admired Huaying for a long time. Today I come here to express my feelings and ask for Huaying to be my wife. I promise that in this life, there is only Huaying, and I will protect her for the rest of my life. I hope you two will agree!"
These words were like a heavy hammer hitting Huaying's heart. He said that she was the only one in his life.
Father Shen and Mother Shen looked at each other in tacit understanding. Father Shen looked at Fu Shiyan, who was always steady, and asked seriously, "She is the only one in your life? If you become successful and get promoted in the future, can you withstand the temptation?"
Fu Shiyan, who was kneeling on the ground, answered without hesitation, "Only she is enough."
Father Shen asked again, "If she has no children in this life, will you have no regrets?"
Hearing this, Shen's mother couldn't help but glare at Shen's father. Today was her daughter's big day, why did he ask such a question?
The two brothers on the side looked at Fu Shiyan at the same time, wanting to hear how he would answer this question.
Fu Shiyan looked at Huaying. He had also wondered whether their child would look more like him or more like Huaying.
I had planned to avenge my parents first, and then start a family. But today, looking at the dazzling Huaying, I felt a little panicked. I was afraid of losing her, and even more afraid that she would belong to someone else...
Fu Shiyan looked at Father Shen again, "If I don't have a child in this life, I can only say that I, Fu Shiyan, am childless, and I will never blame her."
Father Shen looked at Huaying, his eyes slightly red, "Ying'er, are you willing?"
Huaying stood up, walked to Fu Shiyan and knelt down, "Father, mother, my life was saved by him. I have nothing else to ask for. His promise of a life together is what I pursue."
Father Shen slowly closed his eyes and tried to control his emotions. He returned to the main seat and said calmly, "Okay. Fu Shiyan, you must remember every word I said today."