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When the Marquis of Yongning returned to the capital, he first went to the Ministry of War to report on his duties.

Then the emperor issued a summons.

Emperor Yuan summoned Marquis Yongning and also summoned Song Qingning to the palace.

After a lifetime, the father and daughter met again in the Hall of Diligent Governance of Emperor Yuan.

"Song Qian, the Yongning Marquis's family has produced a fine daughter!" Emperor Yuan praised Song Qingning, and then said to her, "Greetings to your eldest uncle."

Song Qingning bowed to the Marquis of Yongning, saying, "Uncle."

The Marquis of Yongning before me was dressed in official robes, with a handsome face and upright posture. Although he was middle-aged, the hardships of the borderlands had left their mark on his face.

But his eyes were bright, and he possessed both the imposing presence of a military general and the refined elegance of a civil official.

Marquis Yongning looked at Song Qingning and said, "Good, good. It is not easy for women on the battlefield, and it is even more difficult for them to be officials. Qingning, you have done very well."

He praised her for doing a good job.

There is pride, but also heartache.

Song Qingning sensed it.

The death of the Marquis of Yongning in his previous life was unusual. The person behind Lady Liu said: "My father and she were two of the noblemen's biggest threats."

The father's death may be part of a conspiracy, possibly involving the political situation in the court.

As long as that "benefactor" is around, the Marquis of Yongning and his mansion will be in danger.

Emperor Yuan inquired about the border situation from the Marquis of Yongning, asking very detailed questions, while Song Qingning listened from the side.

At noon, Emperor Yuan invited the two of them to stay for lunch, which was a great favor.

Prince Rui, Xie Yuqi, came to pay his respects to Emperor Yuan and also dined with him.

During the banquet, Emperor Yuan suddenly mentioned, "The eldest daughter of the Song family is getting married, which is a joyous occasion. Wouldn't it be even better if there were two celebrations?"

Song Qingning's heart skipped a beat.

Emperor Yuan turned his gaze to her, "Song Qing is of marriageable age, but you are not engaged, are you?"

Song Qingning: "..."

They were definitely after her marriage.

"Your Majesty, I am not engaged."

"Very well, how about I arrange a marriage for you?"

The emperor smiled gently, but it sent a chill down Song Qingning's spine.

Prince Rui, Xie Yuqi, happened to be present.

Looking back now, this "just right" was not a coincidence.

Emperor Yuan probably intends to betroth her to Prince Rui!

Prince Rui...

In her previous life, Song Qingyan married Shen Yue, while Song Mingtang climbed the social ladder to become Prince Rui.

In her heart, even if Prince Rui was not an enemy, she had a bad impression of him, and he was absolutely unsuitable as a husband.

Song Qingning mustered her courage and prepared herself for punishment.

"emperor……"

"emperor……"

The Marquis of Yongning's voice drowned out Song Qingning's.

Song Qian rose and knelt before the palace: "It is Qingning's good fortune and the Marquis's family's good fortune that Qingning was able to be betrothed by the Emperor. If she were still a young lady, it would not affect anything, but she holds an official position. Whoever she marries will cause misunderstandings and criticisms, and the Marquis of Yongning would never dare to form cliques for personal gain."

Forming cliques for personal gain is a serious crime.

The Marquis of Yongning's household was afraid, and Prince Rui was naturally afraid as well.

Even if Emperor Yuan wanted to plan for Prince Rui, he still had to consider public opinion.

Emperor Yuan's gaze was deep and intense.

The atmosphere in the hall was so oppressive that it was hard to breathe.

After a long while, Emperor Yuan laughed and said, "Ha, hahaha, it was my oversight. Song Qian, you have just returned to the capital. You have worked hard guarding the border. Don't kneel down so easily. Go back and have a proper meal."

Marquis Yongning thanked the emperor and returned to his seat.

Emperor Yuan then changed the subject, "Song Qing is someone I value. I will arrange her marriage. The Yongning Marquis's Mansion must not arrange a marriage for her haphazardly."

It's a warning, and also an attitude.

He was telling Marquis Yongning and Song Qingning that her marriage was not up to her!

Afterwards, during the meal, Song Qingning found the food tasteless and unappetizing.

After noon, Emperor Yuan kept Marquis Yongning to continue consulting with him, but ordered Xie Yuqi to escort Song Qingning out of the palace.

The emperor's attitude was clear and firm.

She was to be betrothed to Prince Rui, Xie Yuqi.

Along the way, Xie Yuqi made conversation:

"Miss Song has been back in the capital for some time now, are you settling in well?"

"Your Highness, it is my custom."

"If Miss Song encounters any difficulties in the future, she can come to Prince Rui's residence to find me at any time."

"Your Highness Prince Rui is extremely busy with state affairs, and I dare not disturb you."

"Second Miss Song..."

"Sister Ning'er!"

Suddenly, a crisp, tender voice interrupted Xie Yuqi. Song Qingning looked over and saw Meng Yushu running happily toward her from not far away.

Like a hero clad in purple and gold armor, he was about to rescue her from dire straits.

Meng Yushu ran over and threw herself into her arms. "Sister Ning'er, Yushu missed you so much! Sister Ning'er, where are you going?"

"Let's go back to the manor," Song Qingning said.

"Then I'll take Sister Ning'er home." Meng Yushu pulled Song Qingning along.

Without waiting for anyone to say anything, and without even looking at Xie Yuqi's gloomy face, she left without a word.

"Your subject takes his leave."

Song Qingning reluctantly bowed to Prince Rui.

As relieved.

Regardless of whether she would offend Prince Rui, she would offend him sooner or later if she didn't marry him.

But she needs to consider her options.

While Song Qingning was lost in thought, Meng Yushu had already pulled her out of the palace gate.

The Meng family's carriage was parked outside the palace gate.

Without thinking twice, Song Qingning boarded the carriage, and a handsome face suddenly appeared before her eyes.

"Your Highness, Prince Huai..."

How did he end up in the Meng family's carriage?

The question had barely arisen when Meng Yushu, who was boarding the carriage behind him, exclaimed joyfully, "Fourth Brother really didn't lie to me! I really can see Sister Ning'er when I go to the palace!"

Song Qingning: "..."

Did the Prince of Huai know that she had gone to the palace to meet the Emperor?

Xie Xuanjin not only knew that Song Qingning had entered the palace to meet the emperor, but also that Xie Yuqi had entered the palace.

Noticing Song Qingning's surprised expression, Xie Xuanjin did not try to hide it.

"Go to the Yongning Marquis's residence," Xie Xuanjin instructed the coachman.

Xie Xuanjin remained silent throughout the journey.

Meng Yushu sat next to Song Qingning, talking non-stop, his face beaming with excitement.

The atmosphere was very relaxed.

Song Qingning glanced at the Prince of Huai.

Surprisingly, his brows were relaxed, as if he were smiling.

When the carriage arrived at the Yongning Marquis's residence, Meng Yushu held onto Song Qingning, reluctant to part. "Sister Ning'er, please don't go home, okay? I'll miss you, and Fourth Brother will miss you too."

"!!!"

Song Qingning was greatly shocked, her pupils widening in disbelief.

Does this little guy even know what he's saying?

She quickly forced a smile, "It's just children talking nonsense, Your Highness Prince Huai, please don't take it to heart."

She wouldn't take it to heart.

But Meng Yushu's words added a touch of eeriness to the atmosphere.

Song Qingning felt like she was sitting on pins and needles.

She wanted to get off the carriage quickly, but Meng Yushu held onto her hand tightly, his little face scrunched up pitifully, refusing to let her go.

Helpless, Song Qingning could only promise, "Then when you miss me, send someone to deliver a message, and I will come to see you."

"Really?" Meng Yushu finally smiled.

"really!"

"Alright, goodbye, Sister Ning'er." Meng Yushu then let go of his hand.

As Song Qingning was about to disembark from the carriage, Xie Xuanjin called out to her, "Second Miss Song..."

His voice was deep and resonant, and exceptionally pleasant to listen to.

Song Qingning turned around. "What are your orders, Your Highness Prince Huai?"

Xie Xuanjin stared into Song Qingning's eyes with a serious expression, "If you encounter any difficulties, you can come to me at any time. No matter what it is, I will help you."

He seemed to be implying something.

This immediately reminded Song Qingning of Prince Rui, Xie Yuqi.

An idea popped into her mind.