Chapter 681: Cuscuta Cousin 44
Imperial Palace, Guangming Hall.
When the new emperor learned that Xiao Ye Ze had gone to Duke Fu's mansion, his face was full of gloom.
"Give me an order, speed up the actions at the border! We must get rid of the Fu family first!"
"No matter the cost!"
After the death of the Fu family, his next target was the Xiao family.
The new emperor told himself not to be hasty, to deal with them one by one, and not to let the Fu and Xiao families join forces.
These two families are tough guys and we can't offend them both at once.
He tried to hold back, but couldn't hold back any longer: "Tell the Turks that I agree to the previous emperor's agreement." The new emperor waved his hand and said in a grim tone: "If they succeed in getting rid of the Fu family for me within a month, I will give them ten cities, including Xuancheng and Lincheng, as long as they succeed, regardless of whether it's treason or death.
The eunuch was delighted when he heard this and bowed quickly: "Yes, Your Majesty. I will deliver the message right away."
The next day, the new emperor did not hide his true intentions at all. He ordered the Ministry of Revenue to take money to build his new palace and mausoleum.
The taxes were increased due to the extravagant lifestyle of drinking and feasting.
The Queen Mother's dissuasion was of no avail.
The more he was persuaded, the more rebellious and absurd the new emperor became.
Even several officials in the court had been fired.
Everyone is at risk.
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September, the first year of Xuanhua.
Duke Fu’s mansion was decorated with lanterns and colorful lights, with the word “happiness” everywhere.
"The groom is here!"
Someone was shouting, and the sound of suona outside the mansion was getting closer and closer. At the same time, the sound of firecrackers was deafening.
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Snowfall Pavilion.
Sheng Huan had already changed into the phoenix crown and bridal bridal gown.
She looked at herself in the mirror with her delicate makeup on and felt a little dazed unconsciously.
She seemed to recall Xiao Ye Ze's expression that day, and she had to admit that she was moved.
In addition, the palace's relentless pressure also contributed to the completion of this marriage.
"Our Ying'er is so beautiful."
Mrs. Fu picked up the comb and combed her niece's hair bit by bit.
"A comb to the end."
"Two combs of white hair reaching eyebrow level."
"Three combs..."
As she spoke, her eyes were red with reluctance, and the jade comb in her hand was shaking badly.
Lady Fu stood by and watched, unable to say a word for a long time. She could only silently tidy up Sheng Huan's clothes.
She wanted to keep him for her son. However, the war on the border was too urgent, and Fu Jinmo couldn't and shouldn't leave it and come back. What's more, it was a serious crime for the general to return to the capital without the emperor's summons.
She didn't know how to start, after all, the situation was extremely serious.
Who would have thought that when the new emperor was a prince, he looked good and had no problems. But who would have thought that once he became emperor and just came out of mourning, he would be so unruly.
Just the other day, he even raped the former emperor's concubine, Lin Zhaoyi, when she went to the Empress Dowager's palace to pay her respects.
This is extremely disgusting.
Lin Zhaoyi could not bear the humiliation and was accused of seducing the emperor. With no one to support her, she hit her head against a pillar and died.
This should have been a royal secret, and outsiders should not have known about it. However, there were so many people paying their respects that day that the news spread out.
But the new emperor did not restrain himself at all, and even became more and more wicked. Now he was still thinking about Ying'er, and from time to time he sent people to the mansion to deliver things, which was obviously not a good intention.
Concubine Fu Gui from the palace also sent a letter asking them to be careful, saying that the new emperor had an unusual temperament.
There is no one else in the mansion now. If Ying'er doesn't marry someone who can protect her, Madam Fu is afraid that something will happen to her, and she is also afraid that the person in the palace will come to force her. By then, everything will be too late.
Maybe Jin Mo and Ying'er are not destined to be together.
Lady Fu gave a bitter smile and finally put away the sad expression on her face.
"Yes, in the past, my aunt thought our Ying'er was a beauty, and today she is even more amazing."
"She is so radiant, she must be a goddess."
Sheng Huan's eyebrows were soft and he smiled slightly, as if he was a little embarrassed: "Aunt, aunt, please stop teasing me. It makes me feel embarrassed..."
"Okay, okay, let's stop joking." Madam Fu placed her hands on Sheng Huan's shoulders, leaned forward slightly, and looked at the person in the mirror: "Let's stop joking."
"Master Xiao thinks it's a good thing, Ying'er, auntie only hopes that you can be well and live a good life."
She had wanted to find a son-in-law with good character for her niece. Although Prince Xiao looked unkind, she still believed in his character.
"Yeah." Sheng Huan turned his head, put his cheek close to Madam Fu, and replied softly: "Don't worry, auntie, I will live a good life."
She didn't marry anyone casually. At least, Xiao Ye Ze was in line with her aesthetic.
"The groom has arrived at the gate!"
At this moment, a joyful voice was heard outside.
"Come on, we're going out."
Madam Fu wiped her tears secretly and hurried to get the red veil. Madam Fu Guogong silently reached out her hand and pulled Sheng Huan up.
"Aunt has sent you out."
"Cousin!"
Suddenly, a panting voice came from outside the door. The people in the room subconsciously looked up, and then saw a slightly embarrassed figure rushing in.
The man was dressed in blue brocade clothes, and when he saw Sheng Huan, he couldn't help but grin.
"Luckily, fortunately I caught up with your third cousin! It was worth my efforts and even ruined several horses."
He smiled happily: "Cousin, when you get married, your cousin will send you out! From now on, no one will dare to bully you!"
"Third cousin..."
Sheng Huan looked at the embarrassed young man, his eyes full of moisture, and walked up quickly. Fu Jingzhou was an official outside, and it was really a miracle that he could come back.
"Don't cry..." Fu Jingzhou strode forward with a warm smile on his lips: "It's a happy day, so be happy."
"Ah."
Sheng Huan nodded heavily.
"The groom is almost at the door!"
Outside, several servants ran in to remind them.
"Madam, Miss! Prince Xiao brought a lot of people with him, and they can't be stopped outside."
The groom was obviously very capable, and the gatekeeper in front was retreating step by step.
Inside the room, Madam Fu II heard this, held back her tears, and came over with her veil in hand. She smiled lovingly at Sheng Huan:
"Come, Ying'er."
"Once you put on the red veil, everything will go smoothly from now on."
Sheng Huan nodded slightly.
The red veil fell like a veil, concealing the beautiful lady's stunning beauty.
Fu Jingzhou looked at his little cousin with a gentle smile, taking in her exquisite dress and her fiery wedding dress.
In the end, I couldn't help but sigh in my heart.
Brother, your home has really been robbed right now.
I don’t know whether my cousin knows what you mean.
Fu Jingzhou even doubted whether anyone in the family, except himself, knew what his eldest brother was thinking.
His eyes were dazed, and Fu Jinmo couldn't help but smile when he thought of the murderous look in his elder brother's eyes when his cousin got a little close to him.
But after laughing, he couldn't help but freeze.
At this moment, who would have thought...
Alas. I thought my cousin would become my eldest sister-in-law in the future, but I didn't expect that everything went wrong and my cousin is getting married now.
The person she married was somewhat unexpected.
Never mind, maybe it’s all God’s will.
Fu Jingzhou subconsciously ignored the possible reaction of his elder brother. When he raised his eyes slightly, he inadvertently saw the dazed look in the eyes of the wife of Duke Fu. He paused slightly.
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"The bride has come out!"
After an unknown amount of time, a loud voice sounded.
Outside, Xiao Ye Ze, who was wearing a red wedding dress, instantly became excited when he saw Sheng Huan.
He was good-looking to begin with, and his smile at this moment was nothing like the aloof, smiling face he had in the past. Instead, it was warm and scorching.
One step, two steps, three steps.
Xiao Ye Ze couldn't bear it any longer and ran towards Sheng Huan quickly.
He came closer, restrained himself, and held the woman's hand under Fu Jingzhou's murderous gaze.
Under the red veil, Sheng Huan felt the touch on her hand, noticed the man's excitement, and her eyes moved slightly.
She moved her fingers slightly, and as if accidentally, hooked her little finger around his.
The man's body stiffened, and a cheerful smile rang in his ears. He held Sheng Huan's hand tighter.
Wrap that soft little hand tightly.
"Ma'am, I'm here to greet you."
Sheng Huan nodded gently, and the bright red veil moved up and down with her movements.
Look, it's so cute.
Xiao Ye Ze thought to himself that he was feeling a little itchy.
Fu Jingzhou couldn't bear to look at Xiao Ye Ze's silly look.
He thought to himself that when he had dealt with Master Xiao before, he had never seen him so happy.
"Brother-in-law, I leave my sister to you."
Fu Jingzhou ignored that feeling and smiled gently, but he still had the aura of a military general.
Although he couldn't beat Xiao Ye Ze, he still raised his fist.
"If you dare to bully my sister, I'll make you pay!"
Xiao Ye Ze glanced at Fu Jingzhou and saw that his face was full of love. He knew that the scene he saw before was a misunderstanding, and said solemnly: "Don't worry, Third Uncle, I won't let Ying'er suffer any grievances."
As he spoke, his eyes were already looking at Sheng Huan.
Tender and affectionate.
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A tall horse, a sedan chair carried by eight people, and a ten-mile long red wedding dress.
Although the wedding was arranged in a hurry, everything that was necessary was intact.
Neither the Fu family nor the Xiao family would let Sheng Huan suffer any grievances, and they were also afraid that she would be wronged.
The sound of suona continued, the banging and beating continued, it was very lively, and the wedding money was scattered all the way.
The bridal sedan was also carried into Duke Xiao's mansion.
"New people are coming! New people are coming!"
As the lively sounds rang out, Lady Xiao, the Duke's wife, could not suppress her joy; her face was flushed with happiness and the corners of her eyes were a little red.
"I'm so happy!" Lady Xiao couldn't help but choke up with excitement and looked at her husband: "Master, I'm so happy."
Isn't Duke Xiao the same?
They thought they would never see this scene in their lifetime.
Later, when the newlyweds came in, Duke Xiao and his wife were so happy that they couldn't stop smiling.
"Couple greetings!"
"Send to the bridal chamber!"
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outside the city.
"Master, the city gate is closed."
Several horses stopped, and Chang Ji cautiously glanced at the man in black who was leading the group.
He felt some pain in his calf.
Fu Jinmo tightened the reins and looked towards the city gate. He had been rushing for several days. Obviously, he still couldn't catch up. The man was filled with a heavy pressure.
His eyes were as sharp as a knife and his words were difficult to pronounce.
"No matter what, we must go into the city tonight."
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