Chapter 540: Chapter 31: A Fulfilling Life

So, on the third day after receiving the news, the Emperor and Lin Wanyi set off for the traveling palace at Wutai Mountain.

As for the Third Princess, she has been staying at Lushan Academy for the past few months, which suits her temperament.

Not only did she read through many books in Fangfei Pavilion, but she also developed a desire to become a teacher at the women’s academy.

Initially, Lin Wanyi didn’t quite agree, but couldn’t resist the persuasion from Ming Ruo and the Third Princess, so she compromised.

She repeatedly warned her not to be reckless and asked Ming Ruo to watch over her.

Only then did she set off with worries in her heart.

The further they traveled north, the colder it became along the way.

The royal carriage was equipped with charcoal and hot water bottles, so it didn’t feel cold.

But the Emperor still placed a lambswool blanket on Lin Wanyi’s knees to keep her warm.

The older one gets, the more attention should be paid to these things, otherwise, in old age, one realizes how blessed good health is.

Holding Lin Wanyi’s hand, he saw her brow still slightly furrowed.

The Emperor spoke to comfort her.

"Don’t worry; Ming Ruo is watching over, and nothing will happen to Dan Ruo. Besides, I foresee that your biggest concern, Dan Ruo’s marriage, might have prospects by next year."

"Ah? Where did Your Majesty get that impression from? Who is it?"

"The grandson of Chen the Scholar, Chen Minghan, is currently studying at Lushan Academy. Ming Ruo mentioned that he is indeed a person of great talent, with upright and modest conduct, preparing to participate in next year’s imperial examination."

Upon hearing this, Lin Wanyi felt she was slow as a mother, as her daughter already had other thoughts, but she hadn’t noticed.

She couldn’t help but feel secretly regretful.

The Emperor couldn’t bear seeing Lin Wanyi upset. Seeing her expression, he felt anxious too and quickly comforted her.

"You’ve been looking after Ming Ruo and Rui lately, so not noticing momentarily is completely reasonable. Besides, it’s just my guess; it might not be true."

Lin Wanyi noticed the concern in the Emperor’s eyes and remembered many past events.

Looking at the graying hair at his temples, she also sighed internally.

She then spoke to him.

"Your Majesty, don’t always worry about me; also take care of yourself. Were you freezing during your stay with Ming Ruo? I heard from behind the scenes that you coughed several times."

When Lin Wanyi set aside her thoughts and turned her attention to him, the Emperor’s expression also relaxed considerably.

He said with slight humor.

"Rest assured, I will take good care of my health. We’ve promised to grow old together, and I’ll never break that promise."

Seeing this, Lin Wanyi also smiled, then snuggled into his embrace.

Indeed, the children have all grown up, and there aren’t many matters they need to worry about.

Ultimately, they have to let them live their own lives.

And she, who once dreamed of a lifelong companionship, has already received it from the person beside her.

Thus, cherishing every day, every moment together, is enough.

The royal procession moved slowly along the official road. Outside, the cold wind howled, while inside, it was warm and peaceful.

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April 18, 38th year of Yuanhe, the Crown Prince’s grand wedding.

The bride was Miss Zeng, Zeng Lingshuang.

According to folklore, the Crown Prince fell in love with the Crown Princess Consort at first sight but didn’t want to force her, choosing instead to win her heart with sincerity and practical actions.

After more than three years, he finally embraced the beauty!

When the Crown Princess Consort married into the Eastern Palace, the Zeng Family spent half of their family fortune on her dowry. In addition to what the Crown Prince sent and the Emperor’s reward, along with the special addition from the Imperial Consort, there were a total of 180 carriages.

Each carriage needed four strong men to lift, indicating how many valuable things were inside.

Celebrations stretched ten miles, and the entire nation rejoiced.

Everyone envied them, hoping for a good match for themselves.

And the Crown Princess Consort was indeed fortunate; within the second month of entering the Eastern Palace, good news was announced.

The Crown Prince happily returned late and left early each day, unwilling to leave the Eastern Palace gates unless urgent matters required.

After ten months of pregnancy, on January 18, 39th year of Yuanhe, she gave birth to dragon and phoenix twins.

This was Da Wei’s second occurrence of dragon and phoenix twins.

Meanwhile, a thousand miles away, Prince Xiao showed exceptional strategy and bravery, successfully defeating Da Jin, capturing thirty-nine cities, acquiring endless gold and silver, obtaining over ten thousand warhorses, and gaining 310,000 surrendered Da Jin citizens.

From then on, Da Wei’s territory expanded by nearly thirty percent more, making the Emperor greatly rejoice.

He immediately decreed to promote Prince Xiao to Prince Jin, placing him at the top of all Princes.

The Crown Prince also specially submitted a proposal to incorporate the entire Da Jin surrendered region into Huazhou as Prince Jin’s domain.

Brothers in friendship, rulers strong, ministers firm.

Also added a vibrant Chapter in the future compilation of "Wei History."

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June, 40th year of Yuanhe.

The Emperor announced to the world his abdication to become the Supreme Emperor, with the current Crown Prince ascending the throne as Emperor, and the Crown Princess Consort entering Changchun Palace as Empress Zeng.

The pair of children were immediately crowned as Crown Prince and Princess Hua Yong.

Henceforth, a new prosperous dynasty was established, known historically as "Jianing."

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Thirty years later.

The Supreme Emperor and Imperial Consort peacefully passed away one quiet morning; by the time the Grand Prince discovered them, their bodies were already slightly cold.

But their hands were clasped tightly, unable to be separated.

The corners of their lips were slightly upturned, leaving peacefully.

The Emperor was deeply grieved, stopping court for a month.

The Han King, Prince Pei, Prince Jin, Princess Ming Ruo, Xiruo, Princess Dan Ruo, including Princess Ling, all brought their children and grandchildren back to Shengjing City, mourning for their father and mother.

The entire court also observed mourning for one hundred days.

The coffin was a luxurious Dragon and Phoenix Coffin.

It had been crafted as per the Supreme Emperor’s instructions during his lifetime.

But inside lay only a Dragon Robe and an Imperial Consort’s regular attire.

After burial, no one knew this secret except the Emperor and a few siblings.

Half a year later, in a gorge within Yunzhou’s landscape, a couple’s grave appeared.

Guarding the grave was an elderly nanny, known to outsiders as Nanny Xia.

Every day she kept the grave clean and tidy, inscribing husband Wen Shihonglang, wife Lin Qianniang.

No other inscriptions were seen.

Nanny Xia wiped Lin Qianniang’s name with a clean cloth, her gaze filled with contentment and longing...

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