Shaohua is Junqing

Chapter 180

"Marriage is one of the means for both sides to seek peace and stability. It has always been common. Either we send people over, or the other side sends people over. But we have overlooked one thing."

"What's the matter?"

"We never asked the people who were sent to marry whether they were willing, whether they were willing to make sacrifices, to give up their youth and happiness. We never considered these carefully. We just sent them away with an imperial decree. They left their homes and families and went to a strange place to live with a stranger. We knew nothing about whether they would be happy or not, and we didn't care."

"It is true that for the sake of the country and the people, it is understandable to make some sacrifices, but behind this sacrifice may be the loss of a person's life, her lifelong happiness and joy. We can't help but wonder whether this sacrifice and effort is really worth it."

"I have indeed never thought about Shaohua's question, and it is indeed worth pondering."

"Some people were forced into marriage, and maybe they had other reasons."

"Regarding Princess Mulan's matter, I will make a decision after I meet her tomorrow."

"I'm leaving, your servant is leaving."

The two left the palace.

"This can be regarded as a precaution for His Majesty. When we tell His Majesty about Mulan again, His Majesty will not be surprised or angry."

Beitang Mo Ran nodded slightly, "What is a vaccination? Is it the same needle that the imperial doctors use? Why do we need to give it?"

"This shot is not the same as that shot. The vaccination I mentioned is just a metaphor. It means to reveal the news in advance so that you can be mentally prepared."

"I see."

The next day, in the Imperial Palace, Qinzheng Hall.

"Mulan of Tuhun State pays respect to His Majesty the Emperor of China. May His Majesty be safe and happy, and live a long and blessed life."

"Princess Mulan, please don't be polite."

"Thank you, Your Majesty."

"I have long heard that Princess Mulan of Tuhun is as beautiful as a flower, and now that I have seen her, I know the rumors are true."

"Your Majesty, thank you very much."

"Come here, give me a seat."

"Thank you, Your Majesty."

"Princess, are you getting used to living in the capital these days?"

"Although the customs and practices here are very different from those of my hometown, thanks to the care of your majesty and Princess Shaohua, everything is fine in Mulan."

"That's good. I'm busy with state affairs and have no time to take care of the princess. Fortunately, Shaohua can share my worries."

"I have heard of Princess Shaohua since I was in Tuhun. I feel deeply honored to have met the princess and been taken care of by her in your capital this time."

"It sounds like the princess and Shaohua get along pretty well."

"Yes, the princess is cheerful, enthusiastic, and thoughtful. She was worried that I would feel depressed because I came to a strange place, so she often came to chat with me and took me to the market."

"Shaohua is always so enthusiastic. Speaking of marriage, I have a few questions for you, Princess. Please tell me the truth."

"Your Majesty, please ask. Mulan will tell you everything he knows."

"The war is at a stalemate in the front. Both our countries have suffered heavy losses, and the people are living in misery. Therefore, the king of your country took the lead in proposing a marriage alliance, hoping to end the war as soon as possible. What I want to ask is, Princess, are you willing to come here for the marriage alliance? Is it your true wish? This wish is not based on anything, such as being forced to separate from your relatives or being forced to be imprisoned in the deep palace."

"Your Majesty, are you doubting our sincerity?" Mulan seemed a little angry after hearing what the emperor said.

"Princess, don't think too much. I have never doubted your country's sincerity. It's just that Shaohua said something to me the other day that made me think more deeply about the marriage, so I asked this question."

The emperor told Mulan about his conversation with Shaohua that day. Mulan suddenly realized that she had always been helping her and worrying about her affairs. Her gratitude towards Siyu deepened.