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After his daughter left, Xu Huaiyi said with a relaxed look, "Okay, don't worry anymore, look at our Ah Li, he lives so freely and wisely!

Don't be fooled by her young age. She knows everything but doesn't take it to heart. She is truly clear-headed and at ease. This is what a smart person does. She never gets into any trouble or worries.

But why can't we just think it through?

Let's listen to our daughter about this matter. Since she has no idea at the moment and is not worried about missing out on a good match, we should respect her decision. Anyway, we have said everything we need to say and have fulfilled our responsibilities as parents."

Hearing this, Gu Huanxi raised his eyebrows and teased, "It's really rare that you didn't take on too much responsibility. Aren't you afraid that your precious daughter will regret it in the future?"

Xu Huaiyi sighed sadly, "I am afraid, of course I am afraid. I wish I could remove all obstacles for her and arrange everything for her, but it is unrealistic. I can protect her for ten or twenty years, but I can't protect her for a lifetime. She has to walk some paths on her own. If I help her too much now, she will become innocent and kind. That is not good for her, but harmful to her."

Gu Huanxi snorted and laughed, "It's best if you think so. Don't say one thing and do another behind your back."

Xu Huaiyi laughed dryly and said, "How can that be possible? I always keep my word. Haha, well, you take a rest first. I'll go talk to Han Jun. This matter should be dealt with sooner rather than later. If Emperor Yongping suddenly decides to grant the marriage, we'll be screwed..."

As he spoke, he grabbed his robe, casually draped it over his shoulders, and strode out.

Wei Liang followed behind him, low-key like a shadow. In the past few years, Xu Huaiyi tried many times to help him find a wife, but was rejected every time. He was used to being alone and had long given up the idea of ​​getting married.

However, he was a good uncle and treated Wei Ci's son Hu Xiukai as his own son.

Hu Xiukai is eight years old this year. He usually lives in Gu's house. He is considered Zhuangzhuang's study companion, accompanying him in studying and practicing martial arts. Although he has average talent in studying, he is a good candidate in martial arts. Wei Liang and Han Jun take turns teaching him, and Xu Huaiyi also gives him guidance from time to time. At a young age, he has already acquired good skills.

Zhuangzhuang, on the other hand, was only interested in studying. He did not inherit Xu Huaiyi's advantages in martial arts and was very mediocre. Xu Huaiyi did not force him, but he still exercised every day to strengthen his body.

The master and servant walked around the lush path and came to the courtyard where Han Jun lived. The location here was a little off the beaten track, and it seemed even more quiet and peaceful at night.

This was the place Han Jun specially chose. In the past few years, he often went out of the house and his whereabouts were unknown. Xu Huaiyi turned a blind eye and pretended not to know.

The two of them tacitly maintained a balance that neither would easily break.

Han Jun was a little surprised to see him coming. He went to the study room to greet him, skipped the greetings, and asked directly, "Why are you here? What's the matter?"

Xu Huaiyi picked a chair and sat down, nodding casually and saying "hmm".

Han Jun poured him a cup of tea and asked curiously, "What do you want to talk to me about?"

Xu Huaiyi got straight to the point, "I need your help."

"Hmm? Help?" Han Jun was even more curious, "Is there anything you can't handle?"

This was not his compliment to Xu Huaiyi, but the fact that Xu Huaiyi had always demonstrated outstanding abilities and there were few problems he could not solve. Whether it was the complicated court affairs or the numerous trivial matters at home, he managed them all in an orderly manner and with ease.

Moreover, this was the first time Xu Huaiyi asked him for help so formally.

He really found it strange.

Xu Huaiyi stroked the delicate and smooth texture of the cup and looked at him steadily, "Just tell me whether you will help or not?"

Seeing him like this, Han Jun took heart and said, "I will definitely help you if I can, but you have to tell me what it is first. If I don't have the ability, I can't boast..."

Xu Huaiyi said, "You definitely have the ability to help."

Han Jun asked cautiously, "So, what exactly do you want me to do?"

Xu Huaiyi told Emperor Yongping's test of him and the deeper meaning behind his words without hiding anything with an expressionless face.

After listening to this, Han Jun fell silent.

Xu Huaiyi pulled the corner of his mouth, "Why? Can't you help me with this?"

Han Jun said with a complicated expression, "It's not that I can't help, but..."

He paused, and asked in a conflicted tone, "Huaiyi, can I ask why you don't agree to this marriage? I'm not bragging as your uncle, but Jin'er is unmatched in terms of both his family background and character, as well as his literary and military talents. There are countless families in the capital who are eyeing such a son-in-law, so why are you pushing him away?"

What exactly is it about Jin Er that makes you dissatisfied?"

Xu Huaiyi said calmly, "I am not dissatisfied with him. After all, I have raised him for a few years. I trust his character and his ability. For me, if I were to choose a son-in-law, Tian would definitely be my first choice..."

Han Jun's eyes lit up, "If that's the case, why don't you agree?"

Xu Huaiyi continued, "It's not that I don't want to agree, but Ah Li is still too young..."

Han Jun immediately said, "We are not asking them to get married now. We must wait until Ah Li reaches the age of marriage to settle it down. I know you are reluctant to part with your daughter and are not in a hurry to arrange the marriage."

"Come to the age of 15? Five years later?" Xu Huaiyi shook his head. "It's still too early. You know I spoil my daughter. I let her make all the decisions, including her marriage. She is now concentrating on studying medicine with Doctor Jiao and has no intention of getting married at all."

Han Jun knew that this was not Xu Huaiyi's excuse. After all, it was common knowledge that the Gu family doted on their daughter. Other families' daughters of this age were kept at home to learn the rules. Who would dare to show up in public all day like Ah Li?

However, Ah Li's reputation is not bad. She is smart and pretty, intelligent and studious, and has a kind heart. Many wealthy families are interested in her.

Even if we don't take into account these advantages of Ah Li, the fact that she has a father who is a marquis with real power and she herself is a county lady is enough to make people list her as one of the popular candidates for daughter-in-law.

The only thing that can be criticized about Ah Li is that she has too many ideas.

This is also a habit of the Gu family.

It's fine to let her do whatever she wants with other matters, but when it comes to marriage, who doesn't follow the orders of their parents and the matchmaker's words?

But he didn't dare say this to Xu Huaiyi, otherwise he would definitely get angry with him.

Han Jun thought for a moment and took a step back. "Five years is not enough, so let Jin'er wait a few more years. Ah Li is young now, but she will grow up eventually. The two children have been childhood sweethearts. It would be a pity not to bring them together..."

Xu Huaiyi said, "I also think it's a pity to miss this marriage. After all, it's hard to find a son-in-law like Xiaoyu. But Ah Li said that she doesn't dare to make a decision now because she is afraid that she will regret it. People's hearts are fickle. What if the two children don't like each other after ten or eight years?

Can the royal family allow us to break off the engagement?"

Han Jun, "..."

You dare to say anything! It's a royal marriage, who dares to go back on it?

Even if Emperor Yongping remembered Xu Huaiyi's kindness in the past, he would never allow him to bring shame upon the royal family.

The atmosphere fell silent.

Xu Huaiyi was calm and composed, he lowered his head and looked at the patterns on the cup.

Han Jun felt a lump in his stomach, and after a moment's pause he spoke, "Is there no other way?"

Xu Huaiyi shook his head, "If there was, I wouldn't have come to you."

Han Jun reminded, "If you reject this marriage, even if the emperor doesn't blame you, you'll still offend him. It's unclear what he's thinking in his heart. You have to be aware of this..."

Xu Huaiyi's eyes flashed, "I understand. I can bear the consequences."

Han Jun smiled bitterly, "I've never seen you pamper your daughter so much..."

Xu Huaiyi took over the conversation naturally, "So, if possible, I want to raise my daughter for her whole life. I don't want her to get married at all. After all, there is no man in this world who can treat her better than me."

Han Jun choked, shook his head and said incomprehensibly, "I don't understand you. I should say that no one in the entire capital city understands you. You obviously have a son, and he is smart and clever, but you don't pay more attention to him, but pay more attention to your daughter?"

Xu Huaiyi rolled his eyes and said, "Don't talk nonsense. I treat them equally, regardless of who is more important than me."

Han Jun was speechless. Who would believe this?

Xu Huaiyi yawned and prepared to leave, so he urged, "Don't forget, help me say a few good words to the emperor as soon as possible."

"Where's Jin'er?"

"I'll go and tell you myself."

Gu Xiaoyu is different after all. Xu Huaiyi doesn’t want any misunderstandings to arise between him and him. It’s better to talk about some things face to face.

The two men acted separately, and the next day, they both entered the palace. Xu Huaiyi went to court to perform his duties openly, but Han Jun had to ask for permission from various levels. He used the identity of Han Jun. As the prince's uncle, his status was not low, but in fact, he only had a title but no power.

But privately, he managed some personnel for the Crown Prince, and occasionally helped Emperor Yongping deal with some matters that could not be brought to the surface.

Apart from this, he rarely moves around in the capital, has no personal connections with anyone, and is mysterious and low-key.

After Emperor Yongping left the court, he discussed state affairs with several cabinet ministers for a while before he found time to summon Han Jun.

Now when the two meet, things are no longer the same as before. The King of Qi used to feel guilty in front of Han Jun and could not stand up straight. In addition, he had to rely on Han Jun's support, so he had to be even more humble in attitude.

But now, he is an emperor and has the dignity he deserves, and naturally he will not allow anyone to challenge him.

Han Jun also understood the situation and performed the formalities of paying homage after the meeting, doing so meticulously and respectfully.

Emperor Yongping always had to scold him a few times before he had someone bring him a chair so that he could sit down according to his status and talk.

Han Jun expressed Xu Huaiyi's intention in a roundabout way, pleaded for him, and said a few words against his will that Ah Li was not suitable to be the Crown Princess. In short, his purpose was only one, which was to prevent Emperor Yongping from feeling embarrassed, getting angry out of shame, and causing a rift between them.

However, Emperor Yongping still looked gloomy, with a hint of coldness in his eyes, "I promised him the position of Crown Princess, but he is still not satisfied?"

Han Jun was shocked and said immediately, "Your Majesty has misunderstood. Marquis Jingning has no other intentions. He really dotes on his daughter and is reluctant to let her get married. Moreover, Ah Li has a lively personality, and Marquis Jingning and his wife are unwilling to restrain her and learn from their daughter. With such a character, she is really not suitable to be the Crown Princess. Please think twice..."

He stood up and apologized, with his head buried low. He didn't expect that the emperor was so suspicious of Xu Huaiyi. This was not a good sign!

What happened on the night the late emperor passed away? Has the emperor forgotten it all?

Unfortunately, he didn't even dare to mention this matter.

Emperor Yongping probably realized that he was too emotional, so he relaxed his expression and forced a smile, "Forget it, I originally wanted to marry him to me, so as to fulfill our friendship for so many years, but he looks down on my prince. I am curious, what kind of son-in-law will he choose for his daughter in the future to satisfy her?"

These words were said casually, but they sent a chill down Han Jun's spine, and his expression stiffened. If word of the Emperor's words got out, who would dare to marry Ah Li?

When Xu Huaiyi, a daughter-slave, finds out, won’t he be furious?

The more he thought about it, the more frightened he became. Cold sweat broke out on his forehead. He wanted to say a few more words, but Emperor Yongping at the top of the table had already changed the subject very casually, as if what he had just said was just a trivial matter.

Compared to Han Jun's troubles, Xu Huaiyi's conversation with Gu Xiaoyu was much easier.

The two have met privately countless times over the years, and their old friendship has not diminished much, but after all, there is a difference in their status, so Xu Huaiyi still tries his best to restrain himself and not act like a boss.

When the two of them get along, they are more like friends, equal and casual. They feel comfortable with each other and they keep communicating like this.

The same is true this time.

Xu Huaiyi didn't beat around the bush and directly stated what Ah Li meant.

After hearing this, Gu Xiaoyu inevitably felt lonely, but he was not surprised. "I guessed it. Ah Li is still young, and she is obsessed with studying medicine. How can she be willing to consider getting married?

It was me who actually didn’t think about this matter, it was my father,

Xu Huaiyi interrupted, "I understand, no need to explain, your father is also thinking about you, but Ah Li is too young and has an unstable mind, so he can only let down your father's kindness."

Gu Xiaoyu smiled bitterly, but did not explain anything else. Instead, he asked, "Dad, how long do you want to keep Ah Li? I can wait."

Xu Huaiyi glanced at him, "Wasn't what I said just now clear enough? Ah Li won't consider marriage for at least the next ten or eight years, what are you waiting for?

The royal family's children get married and have children at the age of sixteen or seventeen. If I come later, I won't be more than twenty years old. How old will you be in ten or eight years?

Even if you can wait, can your father wait? Will the court officials have no objection?

Even if you can afford to wait and have convinced your father and court officials, I still cannot give you a guarantee. As I said before, Ah Li is too young and hasn't figured it out yet. If she falls in love with another man in the future and refuses to marry you, wouldn't you have waited in vain?

By then, will you be able to not feel resentment or hatred?

Even if you are magnanimous, what about your father? He will most likely be furious, right? He thinks we played a trick on you and delayed your marriage. We cannot bear this responsibility."

After listening to this, Gu Xiaoyu was silent for a moment, then said with a firm look, "I am still willing to wait for sister A Li to grow up. No matter whether she marries me in the end, I will not blame her or hate her. I chose the path myself, so I will bear all the consequences.

As for the emperor, I will naturally take care of it."