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Chapter 468 Engagement (Part )

The more Feng Changshi thought about it, the happier he became. He turned around and told Tang Youyin. Tang Youyin left immediately and soon came back with an old but well-preserved betrothal gift list.

Lu Xuan was filled with anger and unhappiness, and when he saw this old gift list, his mind suddenly became a little dazed.

In front of his eyes, a young and beautiful woman's face appeared. She was dignified and proud, but in front of him, she was as gentle as autumn water. She stood under the tree and whispered softly: "I know that marrying into the royal family is unfair to you. However, my father only has me as his daughter, so I can't marry off. I can only marry a son-in-law. When you enter the palace in the future, I will treat you wholeheartedly."

As a young man, he did feel a little reluctant and helpless about marrying into a woman's family. But he couldn't give up the wealth and glory that was about to come, nor could he give up his beloved.

He held her hand and whispered, "Sister Yan, I will also be wholeheartedly devoted to you."

After marrying into the family, Jiang Yan treated him tenderly and considerately, and the young couple spent three years in love. His father-in-law, the King of Nanyang, was also quite good to him as a son-in-law, and treated him well in terms of food, clothing, housing and transportation. Later, Jiang Yan became pregnant, and her father-in-law was even more delighted.

He was the only one who didn't have much expectation for the upcoming little life. It was obviously his flesh and blood, but he had to be named Jiang, and would inherit the Jiang family's incense in the future. This was really a humiliation for a man.

But he couldn't show any of it and had to pretend to be happy and hopeful.

The moment his daughter was born, he even had a vile and subtle emotion in his heart. The King of Nanyang wanted an heir, but Jiang Yan did not give birth to a son, but a daughter. Moreover, Jiang Yan was weak, and after giving birth to a daughter, she was bedridden and could not give birth to a second one.

So what if he wanted to marry into the family? Wouldn't the Nanyang Palace have to cut off its lineage?

Later, Jiang Yan died of illness. Little Jiang Shaohua lost her mother, and the King of Nanyang was heartbroken and took his granddaughter into his own courtyard to take care of her personally.

He mourned for his deceased wife for three years, earning a good reputation for his deep love. The King of Nanyang did not treat him badly, and made the beautiful maid Mei Ran his concubine. Mei Ran also had a good pregnancy and soon gave birth to a son...

What’s hateful is that his son cannot have the surname Jiang, but has to take his surname Lu.

The King of Nanyang submitted a memorial to the emperor, requesting that Jiang Shaohua be made a princess. The young Jiang Shaohua became the youngest princess in Daliang's history. A few years later, the King of Nanyang died of illness, and Jiang Shaohua became the vassal king of Nanyang County, owning the wealthy Nanyang County and the Nanyang Palace.

What's even more hateful is that Jiang Shaohua's temperament is very similar to that of the King of Nanyang. No, it's even worse than that. Over the past five years, Nanyang County has become increasingly prosperous and powerful, becoming the pearl of the north. Jiang Shaohua, the Princess of Nanyang, has become famous and respected by everyone.

As a father, he couldn't stand up straight in front of his daughter. He couldn't even say anything about his daughter's lifelong affairs.

Thousands of thoughts, mixed with intense resentment and anger, surged in my chest.

Perhaps it was because his emotions were too obvious and he stared too intently at the old gift list. Everyone looked over.

Tang Youyin hesitated for a moment and glanced at the princess.

Jiang Shaohua's expression remained unchanged, and he smiled and said, "Bring over the gift list."

Tang Youyin immediately came back to his senses and said yes, respectfully presenting it to Jiang Shaohua. Jiang Shaohua looked at it carefully and said to Feng Changshi: "This gift list is from 19 years ago. Considering the current situation of the Nanyang Palace, it is a bit simple. According to this betrothal gift list, double it!"

Just as Feng Changshi was about to agree, two voices rang in his ears at the same time.

“Not so much.”

"no!"

Of course, the one who said that there was no need for so much was Cui Du.

The one who said no was Lu Xuan.

Everyone looked at Lu Xuan. Cui Du was also from the Nanyang Palace, so it was understandable that he was reluctant to let the princess spend money. What was wrong with Lu Junma? Why did he object?
It couldn't be some inexplicable pride that was at work, not wanting to be outdone by the new generation of son-in-laws! It was too petty for a man to care about this.

Lu Xuan felt a little guilty when being looked at by everyone, so he pretended to be calm and said: "The palace now has to support the personal guard camp and the Nanyang Army. If we take out a large sum of gold and silver as a betrothal gift, I am afraid it will affect the daily operation of the palace."

Feng Changshi didn't give him any face at all: "You worry too much, my lord. I have been setting aside a portion every year since three years ago. There are also jewels and jades left by the princess and the prince in the warehouse, which are enough to pay for the betrothal gift."

Lu Xuan was still not happy, and said calmly: "What do you think, Lord Changning?"

Cui Du knew Jiang Shaohua's attitude towards Lu Xuan very well, and chose to stand on Jiang Shaohua's side without thinking: "I am flattered by the princess's kindness. However, since the princess has this intention, I will accept it."

Anyway, the betrothal gifts can be brought back, turned around and put back into the warehouse, and left to their children in the future.

Cui Du's thoughts are clearly written on his face!
Jiang Shaohua looked at Cui Du with a smile: "Then it's settled."

Cui Du nodded vigorously.

Chen Changshi smiled happily and said, "Leave the engagement to me and Feng Changshi!"

Jiang Shaohua smiled and replied, "Thank you, both of you."

Naturally, he ignored his biological father Lu Xuan.

Lu Xuan was so angry that he wanted to get up and walk away, but his legs had their own ideas and he just sat there firmly and refused to move.

Jiang Shaohua saw it all and sneered in her heart. In her previous life, all these things were because she was soft-hearted and gave in. Now, she would not give Lu Xuan any chance to stir up trouble.

At this moment, the attendant beside Chen Changshi hurried into the main hall, whispered a few words in Chen Changshi's ear, and handed a letter to Chen Changshi.

When Chen Changshi unfolded the letter, his expression suddenly changed.

Jiang Shaohua's heart skipped a beat.

On weekdays, the Nanyang Palace and the capital city have frequent exchanges. All the news from the capital city is first sent to Chen Changshi. Chen Changshi will consider the importance of the matter and report it to her.

"Has something big happened in the court again?" Jiang Shaohua asked directly.

Chen Changshi frowned, unwilling to say more in front of all the ministers: "Something has indeed happened. Please move to the study, my lord. I want to report to you alone."

In other words, something big has really happened, and it is not convenient to let everyone know.

Jiang Shaohua's bad premonition became stronger and stronger.

She stood up and said, "Chen Changshi will accompany me. The rest of you, go back and do your own work."

All the officials agreed and left. Lu Xuan had long been isolated from the "important matters" of the palace. He looked at his daughter eagerly and left reluctantly.

As for Cui Du, he was neither keen nor interested in politics and officialdom. He was only worried that the problems Jiang Shaohua encountered were too difficult.

He shamelessly went outside the study and waited with Chen Jinyu and Ma Yaozong.

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