Chapter 176 - 174. Di Shang’s Proposal (1/2)

Third-person POV

Hong er tapped her finger on armrest whilst pondering Di Shang's proposal of marrying Meiyun. She unconsciously glared at Di Shang who was kneeling in front of her with eyes full of doubt. Huayun poured a cup of hot tea for Hong er while Meiyun massaged her shoulder to calm her down.

Hong er: ”Ben Gong trust you will treat her benevolently as your pair. But Meiyun is one of Ben Gong's closest friends and you can say we are literally sisters. So it will be hard for Ben Gong to have her leave Ben Gong's side.”

Meiyun snorted internally and glanced at Di Shang's calm expression.

Di Shang: ”I planned to marry Meiyun in 8 months, therefore, I pleaded Your Majesty Empress to at least approve our engagement.”

They could clearly hear Di Shang's sincerity in his voice. He bowed to Hong er once again and hoped that she would approve. Hong er glimpsed at the smiling Meiyun and she herself also smiled happily. But she wanted to test Di Shang so Meiyun wouldn't be sad after she marry to him. Her happy face changed into fierce and intimidating.

Hong er: ”Ben Gong definitely won't doubt Di family because of the friendship of our father and Ben Gong could feel the enthusiasm of Madam Di to have a descendant. But what makes you so rushed to marry her? What makes her so special that the mighty General Di has to bow his head just for a servant?”

Hong didn't mean to look down on Meiyun's status and Meiyun also understood what Hong er trying to do. It didn't take Di Shang 2 seconds to reply to Hong er.

Di Shang: ”If Your Majesty Empress telling me to say the reasons why I love Meiyun then it will take a month. I am aware of her status as a servant and didn't mind it at all because what I love about her is her personality, not her status or her wealth.

The reason why I am so rushed is that I am afraid that this beautiful lady would get stolen by someone who is cowardice and valued his pride more than her.”

Hong er: ”Hoo~ It seems like you are referring to someone.”

Then a loud voice of an eunuch made them pause.

Eunuch: ”His Majesty Emperor arrived.”

. Weisheng walked in with the Qi brothers behind him. Meiyun was quite perplexed by Qiyi's gaze that he directed at Di Shang and her. Hong er quickly rose from her seat and bent her knees to greet Weisheng

Hong er: ”Your Majesty Emperor, are you finished with the morning court?”

Weisheng: ”En.”

Weisheng took her and guided her to sit beside him.

Weisheng: ”May Zhen ask what are you doing here, General Di?”

Di Shang: ”I am here to ask for Meiyun's hand in marriage.”

Weisheng: ”So what Zhen's wife says?”

Weisheng glanced at the smiling Hong er and she nodded at him. Qiyi's eyes widened when he saw Hong er approved Di Shang's proposal but before he could voice out his opinion, Weisheng's hand stopped him.

Hong er: ”What do Your Majesty Emperor think about this?”

Weisheng: ”Since Meiyun is your servant, it should be you who decides. But Zhen prefers Meiyun stays beside Zhen's Empress as she is trusted and very capable in protecting Zhen's Empress.”

Di Shang: ”This can easily be done, Your Majesty Emperor and Empress.”

Di Shang spoke and gave Weisheng a meaningful glance. Weisheng unnoticeably nodded his head and turned away.

Weisheng: ”Beloved Empress, I have to go again. Sorry.”

Hong er: ”En.”

Hong er smiled lovingly at Weisheng and waved her hand. Weisheng stopped at the exit and looked at the Qi brothers.

Weisheng: ”Only Qier follows me. Qiyi, clear up your misunderstanding.”

With that, Weisheng left coolly with Qier. Di Shang also bowed to Hong er and excused himself after smiled softly at Meiyun. Meiyun mouthed 'See you' to Di Shang and smiled brightly while watching him exit the hall.

Di Shang didn't even spare a glance to Qiyi and brushed past him. Hong er nudged Meiyun's arm and glanced at the standing Qiyi.

Hong er: ”Go talk to him.”

Meiyun: ”En.”

Meiyun went to his side and tapped his shoulder. Qiyi turned around and stared at the woman that he neglected. Meiyun saw his sad eyes and worriedly asked him.

Meiyun: ”What's wrong? Hey hey hey, why don't we talk outside? It is inappropriate to talk leisurely in front of Her Majesty Empress.”