Chapter 372: Your Marriage Matters, I’ll Decide for You!

Chapter 372: Your Marriage Matters, I’ll Decide for You!

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In the end, the Empress didnt arrange a marriage, but the Little Princess was still happy because she knew her older sister, the Empress, approved of this union and supported her from behind, so there were no concerns.

Watching the cheerful figure of the Little Princess as she left, the Empress couldnt help but sigh, Youth is truly wonderful!

At that moment, a white figure appeared on the ceiling, teasing, Your Majesty, you are also young; why the melancholy?

The Empress smiled bitterly and said, While I may be young, Ive experienced much, and my heart is no longer youthful. I too wish for carefree happiness like a cloud serpent, but there are too many responsibilities pushing me forward, and I cant stop.

Your Majesty, youve endured so much these years! Bai Guanyin remarked.

Its not endurance; its my duty! Since ascending to the throne as the Empress, Ive enjoyed endless glory, wealth, power, and respect. I must shoulder my responsibilities to honor our ancestors, the people of Great Wu, and my own conscience, the Empress said with determination.

Very well said! However, Your Majesty, theres one matter you should consider, Bai Guanyin said.

The Empress curiously asked, What matter is that?

Bai Guanyin provocatively said, Your marriage!

The Empresss face froze for a moment, a blush creeping onto her cheeks. She stammered, Bai Sister, what are you talking about?

Bai Guanyin laughed and said, I mean, you should find a suitable man, get married, and have children!

The Empress, annoyed, responded, Bai Sister, youre teasing me!

Im not teasing. Im talking about a serious matter, Bai Guanyin said earnestly. Privately, although youre still young, youre not that young anymore. In the common world, a woman your age would likely have married already, and her children would have grown up.

I understand that youve been busy with state affairs for all these years and had no time for personal matters. But now that the country is stable, you should consider your lifelong commitment!

The Empress blushed even more.

From a public perspective, this is also for the sake of Great Wu! As the reigning Empress, if you dont have an heir, the succession becomes a problem. Do you plan to hand over your empire to someone else a century from now?

Of course not! the Empress immediately replied.

Then, for the stability of the nation and the continuity of the royal lineage, you must consider your marriage! Bai Guanyin urged. Without a man, how can you have a royal son or grandson? Dont you agree?

The Empresss face turned even redder.

But upon closer reflection, Bai Guanyins words made a lot of sense. She needed to consider her marriage seriously. Without an heir, the dynastys future would be in jeopardy. She couldnt entrust her empire to anyone else. People always had their own interests, and one would pass on their legacy to the person they trusted the most.

However, who could be her suitable match? As the most powerful woman in the realm, ordinary men were not suitable for her, let alone worthy of her!

At that moment, a familiar face crossed her mind. The Empresss face became even redder, as if dripping with blood, but deep inside, there was a hint of anticipation and joy.

Bai Guanyin probed, Your Majesty, do you already have someone in your heart, dont you?

The Empress seemed as if her thoughts were laid bare. She anxiously said, Bai Sister, dont make unfounded claims. Thats not true!

Isnt it? Bai Guanyin tilted her head, puzzled. But aside from him, who else is worthy of you? Who else do you hold in such regard?

The Empress stuttered, I I

Lin Beifan:

Lin Beifans gaze shifted towards her. The Empress seemed strange today. Could it be that its her time of the month?

Lin Beifan had no choice but to start reporting his work once again, and this time, the Empress finally appeared serious, or at least she looked like it. After he finished his report, Lin Beifan asked, Your Majesty, is there anything you dont understand?

Well I do have some questions, the Empress hesitated.

Please, Your Majesty, Lin Beifan said seriously.

I want to ask Minister, you havent been married yet, have you?

Lin Beifan was momentarily dumbfounded. What kind of irrelevant question is this? What does my marital status have to do with our work? But since the Empress asked, he had to respond as a loyal subject.

Your Majesty, I do have several close female friends, but as for a formal marriage, I havent entered into one yet. I plan to formalize these relationships in due time and give them proper recognition.

Good, the Empress nodded repeatedly. Thats good. No formal marriage is perfect!

Lin Beifan:

Lin Beifan remained silent for a moment before asking, Your Majesty, do you have any other questions?

I do have a few more questions the Empress thought for a moment, then nervously asked, You dont have any existing engagements, do you?

The corner of Lin Beifans mouth twitched slightly. Your Majesty, Im just a commoner without any existing engagements.

Thats good, thats good! I can finally be at ease, the Empress breathed a sigh of relief.

Lin Beifan:

After a brief silence, Lin Beifan arched his hand and asked, May I inquire why Your Majesty is concerned about my marital matters?

Its mainly for your own good.

For my good? Lin Beifan was puzzled again.

Yes, its for your good, the Empress emphasized. Minister, you are still young, so you shouldnt rush into marriage matters. Especially when it comes to choosing a wife, you must be cautious, do you understand?

Lin Beifans mouth twitched again. Of course, I understand.

The Empress thought for a moment and added, However, Minister, as the current Prime Minister and Supreme Commander of the Army, you are quite busy with state affairs. Its not suitable for your household to lack a mistress. How about this, you can take concubines for now, but we can delay the formal marriage.

Lin Beifan:

After some consideration, Lin Beifan asked, May I ask, Your Majesty, when can I formally marry, and what kind of wife should I look for?

Well Let me think about it and get back to you.

Lin Beifan was dumbfounded once again. I have to wait for you to think about it? What if you forget?

Seeing Lin Beifans puzzled expression, a trace of shyness flashed across the Empresss face. She pretended to be serious and said, Minister, rest assured, your affairs are my affairs, and I wont forget. I will take charge of your marriage matters!

Lin Beifan was dumbfounded yet again. My marriage matters, and you want to take charge of them?