Wan 'er didn't hear wrong. The princess was five years younger than Empress Wu and one generation older than Empress Wu. In Wan' er's view, there was no reason for the princess to take Empress Wu as her adoptive mother. However, in the eyes of the noble princess, there was another way to calculate it. It was from power and influence!
Today, the princess brought this old ginseng into the palace to take her as her adoptive mother.
The princess had accepted a bribe from Wu Chengsi and helped him arrange the marriage. In the end, although the marriage between the Wu and Li families became a reality, Wu Chengsi didn't become the emperor's son-in-law. Not only did she have to return the gift, but she also offended Wu Chengsi.
If that was all, it would have been fine. Wu Chengsi only thought she was incompetent and didn't hate her. However, Princess Taiping had been severely offended by her. These past two days, the noble princess had discovered that the housekeeper of Taiping Mansion had frequent contact with the housekeeper of her mansion. The noble princess, who had a guilty conscience, immediately became suspicious. She called the housekeeper over and used both carrot and stick to interrogate him. When she found out that Princess Taiping was inquiring about her mansion, she couldn't help but panic.
Wu Youji married a beautiful princess, but because of this, his wife died and his two sons were removed from the genealogy and had to leave their homes. Wu Youji couldn't accept her kindness. Although Princess Taiping married into the Wu family, how could Wu Youji subdue such a woman? If she wanted to make trouble for him, who could stop her?
The princess was in a panic. Taizong Shimin's ninth daughter, Princess Dongyang, had happened, which made her even more afraid. Two days ago, some gossip about Princess Dongyang had reached the palace. Wu Zetian was very displeased and immediately decreed that Princess Dongyang's fief was greatly reduced. Her two sons were also exiled to Wuzhou on a random charge.
A few days ago, it was only the princes of the Li family who were unlucky, but now even the princesses were beginning to be unlucky. The women of the imperial family were in a great panic. Among these princesses, the noble princess was the one who put the most effort into currying favor with the Empress. If it was a normal time, she might not be too afraid, but now that she had offended Wu Chengsi and Princess Taiping, she could not guarantee that she would be safe and sound.
In a moment of desperation, the noble princess finally came up with a solution that wasn't really a solution: acknowledge her as her godmother!
Hearing the princess' words, Wu Zetian was also stunned. Looking at the princess kneeling in front of her with tears and mucus flowing down her face, Wu Zetian had a surprised smile on her face. It seemed that the princess also felt that this matter was too absurd. Wu Zetian thought for a moment and hesitantly said, "This … Princess, you and I are about the same age …"
When the noble princess heard this, she immediately stopped crying and laughed, "So this is what the Heavenly Empress is worried about. In the past, King Kaoshan Yang Lin had 13 foster sons, and the oldest one was not much younger than him. As long as the Heavenly Empress doesn't despise me, what does age matter? Dear Mother, Young Miss kowtows to you! "
As soon as the noble princess finished speaking, she did not allow Wu Zetian to say anything to stop her. She prostrated herself on the ground and kowtowed three times.
"This … Hahahaha, good, good, good. If that's the case, then we will acknowledge you as my daughter!"
Wu Zetian thought for a moment and immediately thought of the benefits of having Princess Li Tang as her daughter. She was the daughter of the founding emperor of the Tang dynasty, Li Yuan!
As soon as she thought of this, Wu Zetian immediately asked someone to help her up with a smile on her face. She said in a pleasant manner, "Good! Since you have acknowledged me as your mother, this title of 'Princess' should also change. Haha, among all the princesses under me, you are the oldest, so I will confer you the title of Great Elder Princess. En … I will add the title of Yan 'an, Great Elder Princess of Yan' an! "
"This child thanks mother!"
The noble princess happily kowtowed. Shanghai Wan'er saw her deliberately acting like a spoiled child and couldn't help but feel nauseous. The eunuchs and palace maids who were waiting on the side did not dare to show any expression, but their gazes were a little strange. The noble princess seemed to be completely unaware of this. She kowtowed again and happily snuggled up to Wu Zetian's side to 'receive pleasure'.
Wu Zetian smiled and said, "Mother has something that I want you to do. Now that you have become my daughter, you are even more duty-bound to do this."
The noble princess hurriedly said, "Mother, if you have any orders, I will do my best."
Wu Zetian said, "I have asked the Imperial Astronomer to take a look. The ninth of next month is a good day to welcome the bride. Taiping and Youji's marriage should also be arranged. You were originally their matchmaker. Now that you are Taiping's elder sister and busy with national affairs, you have to help me worry about this marriage. "
The noble princess quickly replied, "Mother, rest assured. I will definitely make this marriage a lively and glorious one!"
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"Next month, Brother Qiao and Sister Ning will get married? Ha, good, very good … "
Yang Fan pulled Maqiao over and punched him on the shoulder. He laughed and said, "Well done! Such a good woman like Sister Ning has finally become your wife! "
Ma Qiao, who had always been carefree, actually blushed.
Yang Fan happily said, "Brother Qiao, let me tell you first. Although I am your brother, once Sister Ning marries, I will be considered part of her family. If you dare to mistreat Sister Ning, I will not forgive you!"
Maqiao scratched the back of his head and said, "Look at what you are saying. She is so fierce, how would I dare to bully her? It would be good enough if she doesn't bully me."
Maqiao's mother said, "Nonsense! Xiao Ning's daughter is virtuous and sensible. How could she be fierce? Xiao Fan, don't worry. Auntie is watching. If Qiao dares to bully Xiao Ning, Auntie will be the first to punish him! "
Yang Fan was overjoyed when he heard about Maqiao and Pasta's wedding. He spent the whole morning in the Ma family trying to make fun of Maqiao. At first, Maqiao was a little embarrassed, but later on, he became thick-skinned and only grinned foolishly. Only then did Yang Fan lose interest in making fun of him.
Yang Fan then asked about Maqiao's situation in the army. After all, Maqiao was from the White Horse Temple. The generals looked up to him. Moreover, he was willing to endure hardships during training. His swordsmanship was also outstanding among the soldiers. Therefore, he was recognized by Fei Hewei, the commander of the Dragon Guards. Now he was transferred to be Fei Hewei's bodyguard.
These days, Ma Qiao has been diligently practicing his horsemanship and archery skills. His horse riding and archery skills have improved greatly and he has gained the favor of General Fei. The reason why he was able to return a few days earlier to prepare for the betrothal was because General Fei had opened the door for him.
Hearing that Maqiao had a promising future in the army, Yang Fan was also happy for him. After having lunch at the Ma family, Yang Fan and Xie Xiaoman declined Ma's mother's invitation to stay. The two then went to the Jiang family.
Jiang Xuning originally had a lively and cheerful temperament, but seeing that he was about to become a bride, he unknowingly became a lot more docile and gentle. When he spoke to Yang Fan, he also spoke in a soft and gentle voice, which made Yang Fan click his tongue in wonder.
He didn't know if a man or a woman would never grow up if they never had a partner of the opposite sex. But he had seen the magic of marriage with his own eyes. Maqiao and Jiang Xuning were the people he was most familiar with. Therefore, he felt the changes in the two the most.
Xie Xiaoman had always been by her side. Ever since she left her Elder Brother when she was a child, she practiced martial arts under the strict supervision of her adoptive mother. Perhaps only Shangguan Lanzhi had a sisterly relationship with her. Later, Aunt Pei moved to Chang 'an and she entered the palace. Although she got along well with Gao Ying, Lan Yiqing and the others, was that family love? No matter how good their friendship was, it couldn't make up for the regret of the lack of family love. Xiaoman silently looked at them as if they were a family. Her heart was full of envy.
By the time they left the Xiuwen workshop, there was already a touch of twilight on the horizon. When they walked on the Tianjin Bridge, the sun had already brushed against the side of the mountain. Looking at the golden river flowing east under the twilight, Xie Xiaoman took a deep look in the direction of the distant Yanfu workshop. She said to Yang Fan, "That little guy is hiding in your house. He's safe for the time being, but what about him in the future?"
Yang Fan said, "Let's take it one step at a time. Although I saved him, I have no right to decide how he should live in the future. In two days, I'll go again and ask Duoduo if there are any relatives of the Black Teeth Chang Zhi or that Madam. "
He also turned to look at the leisurely river and said with emotion, "Orphans … don't have a good life. Even if there's someone to adopt them, it's still two different things to be together with blood relatives."
When Xie Xiaoman heard this, she nodded vigorously. She was the one who understood Yang Fan's words the most. Yang Fan looked back at her with a smile and said, "You, you always like to worry for others. Now you don't worry for me, but worry for that little guy. Don't worry, since I've promised that Madam, I'll definitely do it properly from beginning to end! "
As the two talked, they walked all the way to the Black Tortoise Gate. After entering the gate, before they could completely walk out, a figure suddenly appeared in the sunset. Because the person was looking at them with his back to the sun, the two could not see the person's appearance clearly. They only saw the silhouette of a military uniform. The shiny copper blade at his waist reflected a golden brilliance in the sunset.
Yang Fan and Xie Xiaoman subconsciously moved to the left and right. The person laughed and said, "Erlang, why did you come back so late? I've been waiting for you for a long time."
Yang Fan and Xie Xiaoman were hiding the person that Wu Youyi was searching for. When they saw a general suddenly appear at the gate, they inevitably became a little vigilant. Fortunately, the person spoke at the right time. Yang Fan and Xie Xiaoman were very quick-witted people. When they heard the voice, their hands that were originally touching the hilt of the blade naturally dropped down.
Yang Fan went up to greet him and said, "This is … ah, Brother Di!"
The person standing at the gate was the Fengchen Guards' General Di Guangyuan. Yang Fan's reaction just now was not big, so it did not arouse Di Guangyuan's vigilance. Di Guangyuan said with a smile, "In two days, my father will be holding a family banquet. He specifically told me to invite you, my young friend, to attend."
Yang Fan hurriedly said, "This kind of thing, Second Brother, you can just send someone to inform me. Why did you trouble Second Brother to wait here?"
Di Guangyuan said with a smile, "How can a son dare not run the errand of Lord Father? I had no choice but to obediently come and invite you."
Yang Fan humbly thanked him, "Second Brother is too polite. When is the specific time set?"
Di Guangyuan said, "In three days, at noon."
Yang Fan said, "Alright, in three days, Yang Fan will definitely attend the banquet on time!"
In a house facing the wall in the backyard of Di Renjie's residence, the third son of the Di family, Di Guangzhao, was wearing a moon-white shirt. He pushed open the back window and looked outside. Suddenly, a head popped out from the top of the wall and looked around. Then, he quickly climbed up to the top of the wall and brought the ladder in. Then, he climbed down the ladder and ran to the bottom of the wall while carrying the ladder.
Di Guangzhao asked impatiently, "How is it? Did you find out?"
That person was a manservant who served Di Guangzhao. He put down the ladder and wiped the sweat off his forehead, "Third Langjun, I have found out. The time is set to be in three days!"
"Alright!"
Di Guangzhao's fist met with his palm. 'Bam!' He said fiercely, "In three days, I will be there on time! I want to let Lord Father see which of his three sons is the most promising! "
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