The life swap begins with Consort Hua becoming Lady Qin.

Zhao Xuan, who once smashed a cup at Fanlou to swear an oath, has grown into a crown prince who can truly enter the court to listen to politics and share Zhao Zhen's worries.

Late one night that year, Zhao Xuan secretly went to the Funing Palace.

At that time, Zhao Zhen was still reviewing memorials. When he heard that Zhao Xuan had come to see him late at night, he knew what was going on.

When Zhao Xuan entered the hall, the tips of his ears were red, and he was more reserved in his bow than usual.

Zhao Zhen suppressed a laugh and asked with feigned seriousness, "What brings Erlang here so late?"

Zhao Xuan looked up at his father, then lowered his eyes again.

After a long silence, he said in a low voice, "Your subject wishes to request a decree from Father."

Zhao Zhen raised an eyebrow: "What imperial decree?"

Zhao Xuan's ear tips turned even redder.

"Your subject wishes to marry the eldest daughter of the Duke of Ying, Zhang."

Zhao Zhen almost burst out laughing.

He picked up his teacup, covered his lips with it, coughed lightly, and suppressed his laughter: "Have you thought it through?"

Zhao Xuan nodded solemnly: "I've thought it through."

Zhao Zhen then asked, "Was it not just a spur-of-the-moment decision?"

"no."

"Was it simply because he liked her for a moment, that she was pretty and had a straightforward personality?"

Zhao Xuan blushed even more, but still answered earnestly: "Your subject admires Lady Zhang's character. She is upright and generous, with a pure heart, and never flatters me because of my status. I have met her several times over the years, and the more I see her, the more I feel that it would be my great fortune if she could accompany me for the rest of my life."

Zhao Zhen was so satisfied that he almost slammed his fist on the table.

However, he still pretended to be reluctant: "In that case, I will speak to your aunt on your behalf. But as you know, your aunt values ​​your marriage the most. I can only try my best to persuade her, and it is not certain that it will work out."

Zhao Xuan was extremely grateful upon hearing this: "Thank you, Father."

Once Zhao Xuan left, Zhao Zhen finally couldn't help but burst into laughter.

He didn't even approve the memorials, and went to the Kunning Palace after putting on his outer robe.

Langhua had not yet gone to sleep and was leaning against the couch reading a book when she saw Zhao Zhen rushing in excitedly. She looked up and smiled.

"What's wrong with His Majesty?"

Zhao Zhen immediately said, "Third Sister, pack your luggage."

Langhua: ?

Zhao Zhen paused, realizing he had spoken too hastily, and immediately corrected himself: "I misspoke. What I meant was, prepare to issue the decree. Erlang has been holding back for so many years, and tonight he has finally spoken up! Let's get his marriage settled quickly. The north is not peaceful, so at this time, it's best to keep things simple and choose the earliest auspicious day to get it done."

Langhua finally understood, and immediately, with a mix of amusement and exasperation, exposed his lie: "The sooner it's done, the sooner the Emperor will abdicate and give way to a more worthy successor, so he can go out and see this wonderful world, right?"

Zhao Zhen said confidently, "He's already eighteen. What crown prince is that old? He should get married soon; he's an adult now and should be able to take on responsibilities."

Langhua smiled but remained silent.

Zhao Zhen leaned over and tugged at her sleeve: "Third Sister~"

The last syllable was drawn out.

Langhua continued to smile as she looked at him.

Seeing that she didn't respond, Zhao Zhen simply went to the bedside, picked up the book she had been reading, and waved it in front of her.

"Don't think I don't know, your heart has already flown away."

Langhua looked helpless.

That was Yang Huining's travelogue, the book she loved to read every night.

Admittedly, she had had enough of being trapped in the palace for two lifetimes.

These days, she misses every moment she spent in Sichuan more and more.

But she still said, "The Crown Prince's wedding is no small matter, and the abdication is even more so; they should be handled properly. And as for the young lady from the Zhang family, even if she enters the palace, I should personally guide and teach her for a while. How can I just marry her and then abandon her? Am I marrying a daughter-in-law, or am I looking for a sucker?"

Zhao Zhen smiled and said, "Whatever you say, just get started."

Helpless, Langhua could only reply, "Okay."

"I've already said it, so pack your bags."

Langhua: "...Okay!"

-

That evening, the imperial decree bestowing the marriage arrived at the Duke of England's residence.

After receiving the imperial decree, the Duke of England's household sent someone to lead the messenger to a banquet to receive a reward.

The front was bustling with activity, but the back of the house was unusually quiet.

The British Duke sat in his chair, still somewhat dazed.

It felt like a piece of my heart had been ripped out; I felt empty and uneasy.

The Duchess of England looked as if she had just predicted it, and even glanced at her husband, asking, "Didn't I just say I was right? You still don't believe me?"

The Duke of England sighed with regret: "My Guifen... she's still so young."

"Fifteen, she's not young anymore," the Duchess of England interrupted rudely. "If I hadn't received a hint from the Queen years ago, I would have arranged a marriage for her long ago. Like an ordinary family, we would have prepared for a few years and then had a grand wedding."

The Duke of England nearly burst into tears: "You woman, how can you not care about your daughter? What's the point of marrying her off? It's not like I can't afford to raise her. I raised her with my own hands, and now she's about to be taken away by someone else. I'm too busy crying to even think about this, and you still have the mind to scheme about these things?"

The Duchess of England rolled her eyes, too lazy to argue with him: "What's with the fuss? The Crown Prince is so handsome, has such a good family background, and has been surrounded by clean people all these years. He's the best prospect in the world. Now that he's fallen into our laps, you should be secretly happy."

The Duke of England said sullenly, "No matter how good he is, he's still someone else's son."

The Duchess of England said coolly, "That's the son of your superior's family, and he'll be your superior's family in the future. Do you dare say you won't marry him?"

The British public remained silent.

The Duchess of England scoffed, "I knew it."

The Duke of England still desperately tried to explain: "What if, what if Guifen is unwilling..."

"I do!"

A girl's voice rang out from outside the door.

Zhang Guifen walked in from outside, her face flushed with shyness, but her eyes shone with an astonishing brightness.

She had clearly heard what was said inside the room. Though her ears turned red with embarrassment, she mustered her courage and repeated, "Father, Mother, I do."

The Duchess of England immediately beamed with joy.

She quickly got up, went forward and hugged her daughter, looking at her again and again, so loving that she didn't know what to do.

Her daughter is going to be the Crown Princess.

She'll be an empress someday!

The British Duke was utterly heartbroken.

How could he not see through his daughter's expression?

This prince has some impressive methods.

The British Duke thought through gritted teeth.