"Old minister, I would like to pay my respects to the Emperor. May Your Majesty live forever and have everlasting happiness~" Dugu Ruyuan knelt down and said as soon as he stepped into the Xuande Hall. Although he was the third prince, he rarely came here, and he was never seen by the Emperor alone. He felt very sad in his heart.

It's anxiety because I can't guess the emperor's intentions.

"Mr. Wei Guo, how are you doing recently?" Shen Yixiang sat on the dragon chair and looked at Dugu Ruyuan. It had been a long time since he had met the Dugu family alone. Ever since Prime Minister Dugu passed away and his son became a duke, he became far away from the royal family.

This Dugu Ruyuan was both talented and virtuous, and as a great Sima, he was also upright. Although he was given a high position, he was both loved and hated by the emperor.

"Thanks to the great love of Your Majesty, everything is well with you." Dugu Ruyuan bowed deeply again.

"Surui, give me a seat quickly." Shen Yixiang signaled, and Eunuch Su quickly ordered someone to move a seat for Dugu Ruyuan.

"Thank you, Your Majesty." Dugu Ruyuan was still speculating on the Emperor's intentions. Thinking carefully about it, this seemed to be the first time he had a private conversation with the Emperor after being named Grand Sima. Usually, the Emperor summoned the three princes to discuss state affairs.

"My dear, how do you think I should make a decision about Hezhou? Hey~" Shen Yixiang sighed helplessly.

"I think we can reduce the reinforcement of some grain and grass first, and send people to investigate carefully in the name of transportation. It will not be too late for the emperor to make a decision." Dugu Ruyuan and Ze Fengduo had just discussed this matter at the entrance of the palace.

, the truth and falsehood can only be judged after clear investigation.

"This compromise method is a good idea." Shen Yixiang nodded in agreement.

"This humble minister is despicable. Thank you for your compliments. Please think twice before you act." Dugu Ruyuan knew that the emperor definitely did not ask him to have a confidential conversation just for this matter.

"My dear, you are humble. I will consider it carefully." Shen Yixiang said as he asked Eunuch Su to serve tea to Duke Wei.

"Your Majesty is wise." Dugu Ruyuan drank half a cup of tea before he breathed a sigh of relief and adjusted his breathing rhythm to relieve the tension in his heart.

"How are the children in Aiqing's family?" Shen Yixiang asked kindly.

"Thanks to the emperor's love, my daughter is in good health. The biggest regret is that she has no heirs, alas~" Dugu Ruyuan shook his head and sighed.

"You don't have to regret the matter of your heirs. Wealth and honor follow the laws of heaven. You cannot change the world and reincarnation by your own efforts." Shen Yixiang consoled him.

"I don't dare to have any delusional thoughts. I just feel ashamed of my ancestors and hope that the emperor will make it clear." Dugu Ruyuan thought that he had said something wrong and was so frightened that he knelt down again.

"My dear, there is no need to be polite. Get up quickly. I heard that my beloved daughter is virtuous, virtuous, gentle and pleasant. Is this true?" Shen Yixiang asked seriously, which made Dugu Ruyuan nervous again.

"The emperor's words are serious. The daughter of a humble minister dare not be praised by the emperor." Dugu Ruyuan didn't know whether the emperor was concerned about the minister's family affairs or just chatting and saying hello.

"Ai Qing, what do you think of my Yu'er?" As soon as he said this, Shen Yixiang felt that the person in front of him would definitely understand his true intentions. Communication between monarch and ministers is indeed a great subject.

"His Royal Highness the Crown Prince is an erudite and versatile person, with a first-level talent and a seven-step talent..." Dugu Ruyuan did not hear the underlying meaning of the emperor's words and praised Shen Yiyu for his talent.

"Okay, okay, stop praising me. I know my son best." Shen Yixiang quickly stopped Dugu Ruyuan from continuing to praise the prince. He clearly wanted to talk to him about business, but kept straying away from the topic. Shen Yixiang simply

He said straightforwardly, "Is it okay if we are married to me?"

"Ah..." Dugu Ruyuan couldn't help but grin from ear to ear for a long time in surprise. He had actually thought about this when he heard about the prince's selection of a concubine, but he was so busy with official duties that he never took the time to hire a painter.

"Is it possible that... Duke Wei is dissatisfied with my Yu'er?" Shen Yixiang narrowed his eyes as if questioning.

"I'm scared because it's too sudden. I never thought about it. No, no, Your Majesty, I'm so grateful. I'm extremely grateful..." Dugu Ruyuan's words were confused. He was so lucky that he didn't know how to express it.

"Oh, it's fine if Aiqing agrees. I'm just asking. After all, it's a happy event for a man and a woman to get married. According to etiquette, how can we not get the promise of our parents?" Shen Yixiang's frown finally calmed down a little.

"The fact that the Emperor likes the Dugu family is a blessing that our ancestors have cultivated for several lifetimes. I don't know how to express my gratitude to the Holy Emperor and the royal family. If I have made any inappropriate remarks, please forgive me..." Mr. Wei Guo said.

The son was smiling from ear to ear. He often thought about finding a good match for Dugu Xiaomeng. He was very anxious that his beloved daughter was getting married in his boudoir, and he suffered from the fact that he had never met the person he particularly liked.

Seeing that Xiaomeng and the fourth prince were very close, Dugu Ruyuan thought about marrying his beloved daughter to the fourth prince, but the fourth prince was a fun-loving person. Now the emperor directly mentioned that he would choose a concubine for the prince, not to mention marrying Duogu.

Ru Yuan understood what he wanted. If his beloved daughter really becomes the crown princess, she will definitely become the queen in the future. If she gives birth to a royal heir, then his grandson may become the future prince. Dugu Ruyuan put his hand on

Feeling the strong heartbeat in his heart, he really believed that all this was not a dream.
Chapter completed!