Chapter 88: Marriage Discussion
However, there are certain considerations as to which princess or royal family girl to send for the marriage.

After all, this marriage is just a temporary solution.

When the Daqian Dynasty has resolved the internal rebellion, it will certainly not tolerate Su Ye, a rebel.

The conflict will then inevitably escalate.

And the princess or royal woman who was married off will inevitably become a victim of the war!

And he also knew that marriage was an extremely sensitive means.

If not handled properly, it may cause more disputes and dissatisfaction.

Therefore, he needs to carefully consider the pros and cons of this suggestion.

In the end, Si Xiaofei decided to put this issue aside for the time being.

He needed more time and information to assess the feasibility of the proposal.

So he waved his hand and said, "This matter is of great importance. Let me think about it carefully."

The young civil official was secretly delighted when he received the emperor's tacit approval.

He knew that his suggestion had attracted the emperor's attention, which was exactly the result he wanted.

He knew very well that in the game of power, marriage was an extremely important political means that could bring immeasurable benefits to the dynasty.

However, he also knew that marriage was not easy.

It involves many complex interests and family disputes, and any carelessness may lead to a greater crisis.

Therefore, he needs to handle this issue more carefully to ensure that everything goes smoothly.

The officials in the study bowed and quietly left, leaving only the dim light to accompany Si Xiaofei through the long and silent night.

He sat alone on the dragon throne, his back looking somewhat lonely and helpless.

Early morning the next day.

At dawn, the main hall of the imperial palace was filled with golden sunlight, creating a solemn and mysterious atmosphere.

The morning court bell rang melodiously, echoing in every corner of the palace, calling the civil officials to the main hall.

The civil officials, dressed in various official uniforms, walked slowly into the hall on the stone steps.

Their faces were solemn and their steps were steady, showing their importance to the court meeting.

At the entrance of the hall, several eunuchs sang loudly, announcing the official titles and names of the civil officials. Their voices echoed in the hall, adding a sense of solemnity.

The civil officials were arranged in an orderly manner on both sides of the hall according to their official ranks.

They held tablets in their hands, bowed their heads and stood solemnly, waiting for the emperor to arrive.

The hall was silent, with only the occasional whispers and footsteps adding a sense of mystery.

Suddenly, a melodious music sounded, and Si Xiaofei, wearing a dragon robe, walked slowly into the hall.

He was followed by several attendants, holding long swords and dragon fans, and walking with vigorous and powerful steps.

The emperor's dragon robe sparkled in the sun, the crown on his head sparkled with brilliant light, and he looked majestic and sacred.

The civil officials knelt down in unison and bowed their heads to the emperor.

Their voices were in unison, full of awe and loyalty: "Long live the emperor!"

Si Xiaofei sat down on the dragon chair and glanced across the hall.

He nodded slightly, and the eunuch announced the start of the morning court session.

The civil officials came forward one by one to report on government affairs, their voices rising and falling, full of respect and caution.

After listening to the reports from the ministers below.

"My dear ministers, I received a report yesterday that the battle between Daqian and the Yellow Turbans was not going well on the front line."

"At the same time, the prince of the Yun Kingdom in the two eastern states, under the pretext of supporting Cangzhou, controlled Cangzhou. Without the permission of the imperial court, he took on the post of governor of Cangzhou and recruited soldiers on a large scale, seemingly with the intention of rebellion."

"I want to ask, what good ideas do you have?"

Si Xiaofei's voice was a little tired, but still firm and powerful.

There was silence in the hall. The civil officials looked at each other, each with their own thoughts in their minds.

They knew that the Daqian Dynasty was in a precarious situation and any words and deeds could affect the fate of the dynasty. At this time, the main force of Daqian was held back by the Taiping Sect and the Yellow Turban Army.

If at this moment Prince Yun and the Prince Yun’s son who was in Cangzhou stabbed the Daqian Dynasty in the back.

That would really be life-threatening!
Just when the ministers in the Daqian court were at a loss.

The young civil official who had spoken earlier broke the silence. He stepped forward and knelt before the emperor: "Your Majesty, I have something to say but I don't know whether I should say it or not."

The emperor looked at the young civil official, with a hint of encouragement in his eyes: "Speak."

The young civil official took a deep breath and said, "Your Majesty, I think we can consider pacifying the two states of the East through marriage."

As soon as these words were spoken, there was an uproar in the hall.

Some old ministers immediately expressed their opposition, believing that this was a blasphemy against the dignity of the royal family.

They believed that tough measures should be taken and troops should be sent directly to quell the rebellion in the two eastern states.

Don’t they know that the most advantageous method for the Daqian Dynasty at this time is to stabilize the two states in the East?

they know!

But marriage has its pros and cons.

First of all, the princesses or women from royal families who had been involved in this marriage were destined to have a miserable end.

As the war between Daqian and the Yellow Turbans gradually comes to an end, the two states in the East will eventually be liquidated by Daqian.

By then, this will be a stain on the Daqian royal family.

Then the person who had proposed the marriage before would naturally not have a good ending.

Someone has to take the blame for the royal family's reputation.

For this group of old foxes in the Daqian court.

This strategy can be used!
But it cannot come from your own mouth.

Otherwise, just for such a small piece of meat, you would get yourself into trouble.

Not worth the candle!

But the young civil official did not have so many concerns.

What he needs to consider most now is how to work hard to climb up instead of being timid.

This moment is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

None of the officials in the court would be the first to speak.

As for what happens after the marriage
We’ll talk about it later!

Si Xiaofei looked at the civil officials who were discussing below, and a flash of enlightenment came into his mind. He naturally knew what these old foxes were thinking.

He took a deep breath and interrupted everyone's discussion: "My dear ministers, please listen to me."

Everyone immediately quieted down and focused their eyes on the emperor.

"I understand your concerns. Marriage is indeed a sensitive measure, but what Daqian needs right now is stability and unity."

"I don't want to sacrifice the princess or the royal women in exchange for a brief peace."

"I want to express the attitude of the royal family through marriage and show our desire and determination for peace in the world."

Looking at the submissive ministers below, Si Xiaofei's eyes flashed with helplessness, and he spoke slowly.

"Of course, marriage is just a strategy for us, not our goal."

"Our real goal is to stabilize the two states of Dongtu and prevent them from taking advantage of the situation when the empire is in turmoil, so as to buy more time for Daqian to deal with the current crisis."

He paused and looked at the many court officials below him with a firm gaze.

After hearing what the emperor said, the civil officials in the hall began to gradually put aside their worries and doubts.

Of course, they knew that what the dynasty needed most at this moment was unity and cooperation, not internal friction and division.

Therefore, after the Daqian Emperor Si Xiaofei raised the issue, all the officials in the court immediately began to rethink the feasibility and pros and cons of the marriage proposal.

(End of this chapter)