mtlumby2d Chapter 180 Maybe it’s just around the corner?
Chapter 180 Maybe it’s just around the corner?
Emperor Jingxuan continued,
"Eunuch Li, go get the pair of jade ruyi from my storehouse and give them to Xiaoxiao as a reward."
Eunuch Li took the order and left. Not long after, he returned with a pair of warm, translucent, and exquisitely carved jade ruyi, which he handed to Ye Xiaoxiao.
Ye Xiaoxiao was somewhat flattered and looked at her mother. Liu Yunniang nodded slightly, indicating that she should accept it. Ye Xiaoxiao then knelt down to thank her.
"Thank you for your reward, Your Majesty. I am ashamed to accept it."
Emperor Jingxuan smiled and said,
"Xiaoxiao, you don't have to be so modest. You deserve this reward for having such an idea. Perhaps, in the future, my Great Wei will have one more female general."
Female general?
This is something Ye Xiaoxiao had never thought of before, but...
"Thank you for your praise, Your Majesty. I am afraid that I will fail to live up to your expectations."
Emperor Jingxuan didn't take it seriously. Ye Xiaoxiao's words were an unexpected gain today.
If we can really get rid of Langchuan, there is nothing to be afraid of from the others.
He chuckled.
"If there is a chance, I will let General Xiao be your master and teach you Kung Fu. How about that?"
Ye Xiaoxiao was shocked when she heard this and subconsciously looked at her mother.
Liu Yunniang's expression changed slightly, but soon returned to normal. She said respectfully to Emperor Jingxuan,
"Your Majesty is very kind to me, but Xiaoxiao is still young and General Xiao is busy with military affairs. I really don't dare to trouble General Xiao."
Emperor Jingxuan glanced at Liu Yunniang's face, as if he saw through her thoughts, but he didn't point it out. He just smiled and said,
"Madam Liu, I just think that Xiaoxiao is very smart. It would be a pity if she doesn't cultivate her talent. Besides, General Xiao is very skilled in martial arts. If he can teach Xiaoxiao a thing or two, it will not do her any harm. Xiaoxiao, what do you think?"
Ye Xiaoxiao was completely confused at this time, with three words clearly written on her forehead: tool man.
When did my reputation for being extremely intelligent reach Your Majesty?
Have you ever said that you want to learn martial arts?
When did you discover that you have a talent for martial arts?
Why didn't she know?
Has His Majesty known about the affair between my mother and General Xiao?
So what was the purpose of Emperor Jingxuan suddenly proposing that General Xiao be his master?
How should she answer His Majesty's question?
You can't say that she just wants to be a quiet little lady in ancient times and has no plans to learn martial arts, right?
"Your Majesty, I have limited talent and have been very stupid since childhood. I am afraid that if I become General Xiao's apprentice, I will humiliate General Xiao's reputation, right?"
Emperor Jingxuan waved his hand.
"Xiaoxiao, don't refuse. I think you are quick-witted and can definitely learn Kung Fu well. If General Xiao can train you into a heroine, it will be a blessing for the Wei Dynasty. Are you willing?"
Ye Xiaoxiao was going crazy. Does His Majesty not understand what people say?
Reject, don’t understand?
But then I thought, hey, maybe His Majesty really doesn't understand!
After all, there are not many people in this court who have the opportunity to refuse His Majesty, right?
Liu Yunniang sighed inwardly, knowing that she could no longer refuse blindly. She looked at Ye Xiaoxiao with her brows lowered. Seeing this, Ye Xiaoxiao understood what her mother meant.
"I am willing."
Emperor Jingxuan nodded with satisfaction.
"As long as Xiaoxiao likes it, it's good. General Xiao is alone and has no other family around him. This has always been a concern of mine. Now that Xiaoxiao has become his apprentice, I feel a little relieved. I'll have to trouble Madam to take care of him in the future."
take care of?
Your Majesty, isn't what you said a bit unreasonable?
Liu Yunniang's heart tightened, but she still maintained a respectful look on her face and said,
"Your Majesty, you are too kind. Since General Xiao is willing to accept Xiaoxiao as his apprentice, it is an honor for Xiaoxiao and me. If General Xiao gives us instructions, we will follow them."
A barely perceptible smile flashed across Emperor Jingxuan's eyes, and he thought to himself: This Madam Liu is quite alert and cautious, as if she is afraid of getting too involved with Xiao Mu.
However, he had no intention of letting go of this matchmaking opportunity today.
This is annoying, and today, he has decided to do it.
Emperor Jingxuan nodded slightly, as if thinking about something. After a moment, he slowly said,
"Madam Liu, I heard that your Su Jin Pavilion is thriving in the capital. You are so adept at running Su Jin Pavilion. You are truly a heroine. I am really curious, what plans do you have for the future?"
Liu Yunniang's heart tightened, and she secretly tried to figure out the deeper meaning of the emperor's question.
She replied respectfully,
"Your Majesty, thank you for your praise. I am just a woman, and I run Su Jin Pavilion just to make a living. Now that Su Jin Pavilion can gain a foothold in the capital, it all depends on your majesty's wisdom and the favor of the people. I only hope to continue to run Su Jin Pavilion and provide some exquisite clothes and supplies for the women in the capital, so that they can dress more beautifully, and then I will be satisfied."
Emperor Jingxuan smiled slightly.
"Madam is very modest. I think you are not someone who is content with small business. General Xiao has been fighting outside for many years, serving the country loyally, but he has no time to take care of his own life. I have always thought that a hero like General Xiao should have a virtuous wife to take care of him."
Liu Yunniang felt increasingly uneasy, but she could only lower her head and respond.
"Your Majesty is right. General Xiao has made great achievements in battle and is the backbone of the Wei Dynasty. He deserves to be accompanied by a virtuous woman."
Emperor Jingxuan looked at Liu Yunniang with deep eyes.
"Madam, have you ever thought that the person in this world who can match General Xiao might be right in front of you?"
Ye Xiaoxiao was so shocked by these words that she raised her head abruptly, looking at the almighty Emperor. Could this be the reason why His Majesty asked her and her daughter to enter the palace today?
Liu Yunniang's heart skipped a beat and she said hurriedly,
"Your Majesty, I am a humble woman, divorced, and I dare not have such an unreasonable thought. General Xiao is a great hero, and the woman he should marry must be of noble birth, talented and virtuous. How could she be an ordinary woman like me?"
Emperor Jingxuan waved his hand.
"Madam, please don't be modest. I can see that you are extremely intelligent, courageous, and kind-hearted. It would be a good story if General Xiao could have you by his side. Moreover, Xiaoxiao is now General Xiao's apprentice. If you and General Xiao could get married, wouldn't it be wonderful?"
Liu Yunniang thought to herself that something was wrong and said hurriedly,
"Your Majesty, General Xiao is currently concerned about the war in the northwest. Talking about these romantic matters at this time may distract the general. If my affairs affect General Xiao's protection of the border of Wei, I will die for him. I hope Your Majesty will put state affairs first and put this matter aside for the time being."
Emperor Jingxuan smiled and said,
"Madam, I am very pleased that you put state affairs first. However, although state affairs are important, I cannot help but take General Xiao's lifelong affairs into consideration. Madam, I am sure you also know that General Xiao loves you. If I insist on arranging a marriage for you two, the first person to refuse will definitely be General Xiao. Do you know why?"