Chapter 993: Chapter 546: Jingtai Bestows a Marriage!
“Does Minister Cao have any idea?”
Jingtai suddenly changed the topic and asked.
Cao Zhengxian frowned, about to say he had no good solutions. After all, although he had no grievances with Chen Yuan, his godson Yang Yuanqing had become a mortal enemy with him.
Naturally, he was unwilling to see Chen Yuan gain power.
But seeing the Emperor’s half-smiling expression, his heart suddenly moved, and he lowered his voice to ask:
“If we bestow a marriage, does Your Majesty think it feasible?”
Previously, when Chen Yuan was in the Capital, Jingtai had thought about this idea, which led to some rumors spreading, indicating that preparations were already made.
Moreover, if Chen Yuan was truly displeasing to Jingtai, why urgently recall him from Liangzhou?
It was clear he had already planned, including the notion of suppressing Chen Yuan, likely part of the agenda.
It was all to make Chen Yuan understand that if he wants to climb higher, he must show loyalty to the Sima Family. Otherwise, when Great Governor Gu Tianqiong recommends candidates to succeed him, how could the Emperor refuse without regard?
Upon hearing these words, a faint smile indeed appeared on Jingtai’s face. Cao Zhengxian had actually thought correctly, which was precisely Jingtai’s intent.
He indeed felt some annoyance and inexplicable dislike towards Chen Yuan, especially after the latter disrupted his plans.
But he couldn’t be blamed for it; he only acted for the country’s sake, even disregarding his own life and death. And with Jingtai hoping to see the King of Beiliang Wei Jinfeng defeated, he never thought a mere Chen Yuan with Core Realm Cultivation could achieve such things.
Moreover, considering Chen Yuan’s demonstrated potential, the Imperial Family was bound to draw him in.
At a mere twenty-some years old, he had risen in a few short years, reaching the Yang Transformation Realm, with no one else in the world comparable.
And he could mobilize the Power of All Living Beings, driving the legendary Immortal Artifact True Martial Immortal Sword.
His Qi Fortune was extraordinary! His talent unparalleled!
Such an almost fully grown peerless genius, how could the Sima Royal Family ignore him? How could they suppress him? He must be recruited to their side as the right path.
With his growth trajectory, the hope of becoming a peerless True Monarch in the future was very high.
Moreover, his fighting prowess was unmatched among his peers. If he became a peerless True Monarch in the future, he would undoubtedly be one of the court’s main pillars. Importantly, he would be loyal to the Sima Family!
He would become the sharpest blade to vanquish Jingtai’s enemies from across the lands!
He… now already has the qualifications to become the blade in hand!
“Then, Minister Cao, whom do you think I should bestow to Chen Yuan?”
Cao Zhengxian thought, wasn’t the Emperor asking for confirmation?
He only had a few daughters, after all.
Furthermore, ordinary princesses and royal daughters seemed unworthy of the famous Chen Yuan, who shook Jianghu. Naturally, only Princess Pingyang, who was highly talented and virtuous, savvy in both arts and martial skills, would fit.
But he also understood the Emperor’s intention: even if it’s a bestowal marriage, for the sake of royal dignity, the proposal must come from the Minister first. Immediately, he said decisively:
“Princess Pingyang would be a fine match for Chen Yuan!”
“Hmm…”
Jingtai squinted his eyes, smiled:
“Minister Cao indeed shares my views.”
“It’s because Your Majesty considered thoroughly. I merely followed Your Majesty’s intent.”
“Then, for this matter, why don’t you get started? Stir up some noise in the Capital. This wedding is of great importance to me. Yes, when the timing is right, let Zhang Yantong inform Chen Yuan. If he proposes to me first, it would naturally be much more pleasing to all.”
Jingtai smiled faintly.
“Yes, I understand, Your Majesty.”
“Hmm, go forth now.”
“Your minister takes leave.”
Cao Zhengxian bowed respectfully and retreated slowly.
Once the Imperial Study Room returned to emptiness again, Jingtai reached out and picked up a brush from the inkstone beside him. On the freshly painted spring grassland picture, he wrote Chen Yuan’s name.
Somewhat glaring, yet it seemed fitting on the grassland.
Jingtai’s lips curled into a faint cold smile.
Binding Chen Yuan, bestowing matrimony is merely the first step.
Once the grand wedding ceremony is complete, with causal ties formed, he could naturally integrate Chen Yuan into the Sima Family, forcing him to swear an oath to the Heavenly Dao, pledging eternal loyalty to the court, and eternal allegiance to the Sima Royal Family!
Once the great oath is sworn, the cause and effect of heaven and earth will be established. If Chen Yuan desires anything in the future, he wouldn’t ever betray the Sima Family, only obediently comply.
No others would require, nor deserve, such an extensive plan to manipulate resources and establish an oath.
But Chen Yuan is different; he has a boundless future.
Additionally, he wouldn’t truly be losing out. By staying loyal to the Sima Family, he would equally receive many benefits—power, status, Spiritual Objects, all at his disposal.
The massive backing of the Sima Royal Family would fully assist him in enhancing his cultivation.
If he is wise enough, he wouldn’t refuse.
And should he really refuse, hehe…
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Chen Yuan visited Sima Ke’s ancestral home many times; it was indeed remarkable.
Unexpectedly, the normally dignified and noble Noble Consort Yang also loved a famous Jianghu dish, sautéed roasted chicken.
Serving as a minister, Chen Yuan naturally had to showcase his culinary skills.
He put all his effort into preparing this dish.
It wasn’t until dawn broke that everything was finally complete.
The entire room used for cooking was messy and filled with a strong scent of osmanthus flowers.
The scorching sunlight fell on the window, sensing the proximity of someone, Chen Yuan suddenly opened his eyes, casting a gleaming gaze, his body robust and recovering swiftly.