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Chapter 708 The dog jumps over the wall in a hurry

Xie Jingchi raised his eyes slightly, his deep pupils were so dark that it was impossible to tell his emotions.

Many people were shocked. Princess Mingzhu? Isn't she the Queen Mother's favorite recently?

This Lord Song's status is sufficient, after all, he will inherit the title of the Duke's Mansion in the future, but his health and reputation seem to be a little lacking...

Without mentioning anything else, let’s just talk about the fact that a large number of weapons were found in the Third Prince’s hunting ground. Although Emperor Qianwu did not make a big fuss about it, he did not avoid everyone either.

Xiao Tingshan was unusually nervous. He knew that Shen Shuyi didn't like him.

But ever since they first met at the Jade Buddha Temple last year, it was all her doing that put him in his current situation.

Even if he didn't want to admit it, he did admire and appreciate her. Now when he looked at others, he felt that they were not as good as her in any way.

Xiao Yuncheng frowned and signaled to the people in his group.

"Princess Mingzhu is smart and wise, so it's understandable that Lord Song wants to marry her. But I heard that your first wife died not long ago."

Hearing this, Xiao Yuncheng was satisfied.

He and his mother had both seen Shen Shuyi's methods, and both wanted to win her over to their side. Even if that failed, they did not want to become enemies.

But Song Tingshan had been very close to Xiao Heyu before, and he would definitely not recruit this person under his command.

If that were the case, how could they have arranged a marriage between him and Shen Shuyi?

What's more, in Xiao Yuncheng's opinion, Song Ting was good at asking for marriage in the palace, which meant that Shen Shuyi must be unwilling to marry him.

In this case, why not do him a favor? Shen Shuyi will thank him later.

"Yes, Prince Song! I remember that you married the young lady of the Lin family as your wife not long ago. The prince's wife passed away not long ago. Why are you asking to marry the princess again?" Someone responded.

"A gentleman loves a beautiful lady. I have seen the elegance of Princess Mingzhu. It is natural for the Song prince to be attracted to her. Moreover, the prince's wife has passed away, and the Song prince is still young. Is it possible that he should remain faithful to the deceased for the rest of his life?"

"Heh, but in such a short period of time, the Duke's Mansion was able to arrange two marriages. Their strength should not be underestimated!"

In this capital city, many things are not secrets. Even if they have not caused a big uproar in the city, most court officials know what is going on in each family.

When Song Tingshan brought up this matter, he knew that some people would be unhappy, but he had few opportunities, so he had to try his best.

After all, the Duke's Mansion will not come to propose marriage on his behalf, and Shen Shuyi will not agree, so he can only strive for the emperor's decree.

As long as His Majesty issues an order, it is difficult to disobey the sacred command. No matter how reluctant Shen Shuyi is, he cannot refuse.

He originally thought that after he joined Xiao Ziqian's sect and made some meritorious deeds, he would ask Xiao Ziqian to propose marriage on his behalf. However, he did not expect that plans would not change quickly. Now, he really did not want to wait any longer!

As for the voices of those court officials, Xiao Tingshan did not intend to pay any attention to them unless His Majesty asked.

His throat tightened and he was unusually nervous. He just hoped that fate would have mercy on him just once.

Unfortunately, the result was destined to disappoint him.

Emperor Qianwu frowned and looked at Song Tingshan: "You have put a lot of thought into developing the mechanical crossbow. However, marriage should be based on mutual consent. Princess Mingzhu is very much in the Queen Mother's favor now. If I hastily marry her to you, I am afraid it will make the Queen Mother unhappy."

Xiao Tingshan couldn't hide his disappointment: "Your Majesty is right."

"Well, I promise to speak a few good words for you in front of the Queen Mother. If Princess Mingzhu is also interested in you, I will grant you marriage."

Emperor Qianwu's words were reasonable, but if you think about it carefully, he didn't promise anything.

Speak nicely in front of the Queen Mother?

Could it be that the Queen Mother didn’t know what happened today?

Emperor Qianwu did not continue this topic, but brought up the matter of this year's imperial examination. In the past few months, with the fall of the Third Prince's party, a large number of officials in the court were investigated and punished, leaving many vacancies.

Emperor Qianwu intended to advance the imperial examination, but considering that many students had a long journey to Beijing to take the exam, he was also afraid that someone would hear the news and would not be able to make it to Beijing in time, so he was in a dilemma.

"Tell us what you think." Emperor Qianwu spoke in a deep voice, as if Xiao Tingshan's reward was just going to come to nothing. After all, he didn't need to care about the joys and sorrows of a minister.

"Your Majesty, I think that the Autumn Examination can be held as scheduled, but the court is in need of talents right now, so we should not stick to one pattern. Why not hold another small test before the Autumn Examination to select the useful ones from among the many students..."

Once someone started talking, the topic officially began to be discussed.

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After hearing what happened in the court, Shen Shuyi sneered and made a move.

Zhao Baokun frowned: "Cousin, what are you laughing at? This Song Tingshan obviously has bad intentions. He doesn't even consider his own character. He actually dares to ask for marriage with my cousin!"

Zhao Baokun was so angry that he couldn't help but think about putting the man in a sack and beating him up.

"He's desperate." Shen Shuyi said lightly.

Now Xiao Tingshan is in a dilemma, surrounded by enemies, and frustrated. Coupled with the sense of urgency brought by his weak body, he can only make stupid moves one after another.

After all, he is not the high-spirited Sixth Prince who had settled down for several years in his previous life.

"Has the news from the court been sent to grandpa and brother?" Shen Shuyi asked.

"As soon as the news got out of the palace, my uncle sent someone to deliver the news at full speed." Zhao Baokun lowered his voice.

Shen Shuyi nodded. The rumor he was referring to was the news that Emperor Qianwu had ordered Xiao Heyu to be executed. After all, once Xiao Heyu died, Lu Xiao would most likely rebel.

If my grandfather had known the news earlier, he could have made preparations early and seized the initiative.

But then again, she really didn't expect Xiao Tingshan to ask to marry her, but this was in line with his personality.

Unfortunately, she won't fall into the same pit twice.

Shen Jingyu, Lou Yulan and Xiao Tingshan should just be locked away for the rest of their lives.

"Miss, the third young lady has come back crying and is making a scene in front. The second lady is having a hard time handling her, so she sent someone to ask you and the master to come over." Jinzhu hurried in, looking a bit gloating.

"Shen Jingzhen?" Shen Shuyi raised his eyebrows. He hadn't heard this name for a long time.

"Yes, it's the Third Miss."

"Has anyone from the Feng family come?" Shen Shuyi asked.

"No, the Third Miss came back with her maid, and she looked much more haggard..."

Shen Shuyi raised the corners of his lips: "Let's go and take a look."

When Shen Shuyi arrived at the front hall, Shen Jingchuan had also arrived, and Shen Jingzhen was crying with tears and snot.

"Dad, Second Aunt! You must stand up for me! I was still pregnant, and Feng Bochang actually laid hands on me!" Shen Jingzhen wailed, feeling very aggrieved.

She used all means to get this marriage. She thought that marrying Brother Feng would mean marrying happiness. But in fact, her dream was shattered on the night she entered the door.