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When all the procedures were completed and Zhou Chen, the groom, was dragged out for a drink and banquet, Li, the internal official from the palace, suddenly came to the Marquis' Mansion and brought the imperial edict.

Zhou Chen and others didn't care about anything else and immediately bowed and accepted the order.

The content of the imperial edict was not long, mainly some praises of Zhou Chen's achievements, and finally conferred the title of fourth-rank scholar on Zhou Chen's wife, Sheng.

Although officials above the fifth rank are eligible to request imperial decrees for their mothers and wives, it does not mean that all mothers and wives of officials above the fifth rank can receive rewards.

In fact, most mothers or wives of officials above the fifth rank did not have imperial edicts, because this required the emperor to confer it personally. Generally speaking, it was difficult for officials above the fifth rank to be granted imperial edicts if they had not made any meritorious services.

Because if you have not made any merit and you take the initiative to ask for a reward, even if you get the reward in the end, if it makes the government unhappy, wouldn't that be ruining your future?

Therefore, under normal circumstances, very few officials would take the initiative to ask the emperor for an imperial decree just for promotion. If the emperor values ​​them, the emperor will take the initiative to issue an imperial decree to reward them without you saying anything.

Just like Zhou Chen and Sheng Hualan today. As soon as she married Zhou Chen, she was conferred the title of fourth-rank lady, which is a treatment that many earl's wives do not have.

After the imperial edict was read, Zhou Yexiong immediately took the initiative to take care of Li Neiguan instead of Zhou Chen, and secretly gave him a lot of wedding money...

According to the rules, the bride stayed in the bridal chamber waiting, while Zhou Chen went to the front hall to entertain the guests.

As a new noble in the court, Zhou Chen's marriage today caused a great sensation in Tokyo City. Even those dignitaries who had nothing to do with the Marquis Zhongjing's Mansion came to attend the wedding banquet.

The imperial decree of reward just now made this wedding even more glorious.

The front hall was bustling with activity, but the backyard became very quiet. Seeing that there was no one around, Sheng Hualan, who had been fanning her face for a long time, felt her arms aching, and now she could finally put them down.

"Miss, do you want me to massage you?" Cui Chan, the personal maid, asked with concern.

When Sheng Hualan married Zhou Chen, she brought two personal maids and a housekeeper. The two personal maids were Cui Chan and Cai Zan, both of whom were young and beautiful. The housekeeper was called Madam Feng.

Cuichan and Mother Feng were both arranged for her by her grandmother, Old Lady Sheng. Cuichan had been serving her since she was a child, for more than ten years.

Cai Zan was arranged by her mother, Madam Wang, and has been with her for several years. These two people are her closest personal maids.

Hua Lan said softly, "It's okay, Cui Chan, you'll feel much better once you put it down. You're tired from standing, so sit down and rest for a while."

"I'm fine, girl. Are you hungry? You haven't eaten or drunk anything for a whole day."

Today is a big day. In order to avoid accidents, Hualan has not eaten or drunk since she got up in the morning. And she must be tired and hungry carrying such a heavy phoenix crown.

"I'm fine. I'll be fine if I just bear with it. We just arrived at the Marquis' Mansion. We can't let others laugh at us, unlike the Sheng Mansion."

Although Hualan was hungry and thirsty, she was able to hold it in. Her grandmother and mother had already told her about this situation, so she was mentally prepared.

Cui Chan said with a proud look on her face: "Miss, you just got married today, and the emperor personally conferred the title of Madam on you. The old lady and the eldest lady will definitely be very happy when they know about this."

Hua Lan's beautiful face also showed a smile: "I didn't expect this, this is all thanks to my third brother."

With a fourth-rank imperial decree, she is now a lady of a certain rank. You should know that even her grandmother and mother did not have an imperial decree. For a married woman, being a lady of a fourth-rank imperial decree is the greatest honor, and she has obtained this honor as soon as she married Zhou Chen.

Cui Chan corrected her, "Miss, you can no longer address the master like that. The master is now your husband."

Although Zhou Chen is not the owner of the Marquis' Mansion, he is the master of their courtyard, so the servants and maids can call him the master.

Hua Lan smiled innocently: "Yes, from now on you should call me Master, and not Third Brother anymore."

Cuichan chuckled. Although the eldest daughter in her family was usually dignified, intelligent and polite, she could sometimes act a little silly, especially when she was angry.

Time kept passing, and just when Hualan's stomach was growling with hunger, the door was suddenly pushed open and the maid Caizan walked in with a plate in her hand.

"Cai Zan, weren't you guarding outside? Why did you come in?" Cui Chan asked.

Cai Zan said, "It was the servant beside the son-in-law who came here to bring snacks and drinks to the young lady on orders."

As she spoke, she placed snacks and drinks on the table in the bridal chamber.

Cuichan frowned slightly: "Cai Zan, we have arrived at the Marquis' Mansion with the young lady. From now on, we have to call you Master. Is this really a gift from the Master?"

"Yes, the servant brought the master's message, saying that the girl doesn't need to hold it all the time, she can be more casual, eat when hungry, drink when thirsty, and no one will dare to gossip about it."

Cui Chan then smiled and said, "Miss, it seems that the master really loves you. Even in the front hall, he is still thinking about you. Since the master sent it, you should eat some."

Hualan, who had been hungry for a long time, now relaxed. Since the official said so, she naturally had no more worries.

"Cui Chan, Cai Zan, you guys eat too."

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Zhou Chen dealt with the guests easily. He had a high alcohol tolerance, and this kind of ancient low-alcohol wine was not challenging at all for him. He could drink a thousand cups without getting drunk.

After being pestered until dark, Zhou Chen finally got rid of everyone and returned to his new house.

After eating the snacks brought by Zhou Chen, Hua Lan regained much of her spirit. Suddenly, she heard the sounds of Cui Chan and Cai Zan outside the door. She was immediately startled, straightened her clothes, picked up the fan and covered her face.

Zhou Chen walked into the new room and looked at Sheng Hualan sitting beside the bed, feeling very warm in his heart.

It has been several years since he came into this world, but he has never looked for any woman. Hualan is not only his wife, but also his first woman in this world.

Hualan was not very happy in the plot of "The Story of Minglan", but now that she has married herself, she will definitely be happy.

He slowly walked to Hualan's side and sat down. He clearly noticed that Hualan's body stiffened, so he comforted her softly.

"Don't be afraid, I'm your third brother, you must still remember me."

"Yeah." Hua Lan responded softly.

Zhou Chen reached out and held Hualan's delicate right hand, put down the fan she was holding, and stared at Hualan's beautiful face.

Under Zhou Chen's gaze, Hualan's fair and tender face slowly turned red, and even her ears became hot.

Zhou Chen couldn't help but stretch out his hand and gently placed it on Hualan's face, and Hualan's body tensed again.

"I haven't seen you for a few years. You have become more beautiful. Sister Hualan, from today on, you are my Zhou Chen's wife."

Hua Lan called out softly, "Sir."

Zhou Chen asked: "Do you blame me for taking so long to come back and marry you?"

Hua Lan shook her head: "No, your Excellency is a man of great deeds. He is defending the frontiers and the country. This is what a real man should do. I only admire him. How can I blame a weirdo?"

"My wife is so considerate. I know that the person I choose will not be wrong. My wife will definitely be my favorite person and my best wife."

Zhou Chen's voice was gentle, which made Hua Lan slowly relax. She was no longer as nervous as before. Listening to Zhou Chen's tender riddles, her heart felt as sweet as if she had eaten honey.

His fingers touched the phoenix crown Hualan was wearing.

"This is too heavy, why didn't you take it off earlier?"

"No, this is against the rules. You can only take it off when the official comes."

"Now that I'm here, you can take it off. I'll help you."

Zhou Chen carefully took off the phoenix crown, and then saw the red mark on Hualan's forehead caused by the crown. He blew on it with great heartache.

"It's all red. Does it hurt?"

Hua Lan showed a sweet expression: "It was a little uncomfortable at first, but it doesn't hurt after you blow on it."

Zhou Chen took the opportunity to hold her in his arms: "Madam, are you hungry? If you are hungry, I will ask someone to bring some food over."

"I'm not hungry anymore. I ate all the cakes and pastries that the master had sent me before. Now I'm not hungry at all."

"That's good."

Hua Lan's face flushed slightly, and she was a little nervous, but she still spoke first: "Sir, I, I will serve you and let you rest."

"it is good."

Zhou Chen smiled slightly, then amid Hua Lan's shy voice, he picked her up and gently placed her on the bed.

"My lady, I will be gentle."

"Officer."

The spring night is worth a thousand dollars, and the flowers are fragrant and the moon is cloudy.

The singing tube tower is quiet, and the swing courtyard falls deep at night.

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The next morning, Zhou Chen woke up early. He supported his body with one arm, tilted his head, and looked at his wife Hualan who was still sleeping.

Although he had not experienced a night of love for a long time, he knew how strong his physical fitness was. Hualan was just a girl in her teens and her body was naturally not comparable to his, so he was very restrained last night and did not torment Hualan too much.

But even though he stopped his strength, Hua Lan, who had never experienced this before, still fell asleep exhausted and has not woken up until now.

Seeing that Hualan showed no signs of waking up, Zhou Chen kissed her forehead lightly, then got up and got dressed.

As soon as Zhou Chen opened the door, Cui Chan, who was guarding not far away outside the door, hurried over.

"Master, you are awake. I will fetch water for you to wash up now."

Zhou Chen waved his hand, closed the door quietly, and said, "No, your girl is still sleeping, don't disturb her."

Cui Chan was stunned for a moment, and then she saw Zhou Chen walk into the pavilion in the yard. There was a table, a stool, and a cushion. Zhou Chen walked to the cushion and sat cross-legged with his five hearts facing upwards.

After four years in this world, Zhou Chen finally developed internal strength in the fighting on the frontier. Because he chose the Yangzhou slow martial arts method, the first step was difficult. This was also because this world was incomparable to the martial arts world like the Lotus Tower.

Even if he had cultivated internal strength, his progress was very slow. According to his estimation, even if he practiced for three hundred years in this world, he would not be able to reach the level of the Lotus Tower world.

So he didn't pursue it too much, but just practiced for an hour or two every morning.

Cuichan looked at Zhou Chen strangely. At this time, Caizhan also came over.

"Cui Chan, what is the master doing?"

"She should be meditating. Let's not worry about it and just wait for the girl to wake up."

Although Cui Chan didn't know what Zhou Chen was doing, she was smart and knew that she shouldn't ask about her master's affairs.

Cai Zan asked in a low voice: "The master is just sitting there in a single garment, how about I get him a robe?"

"Don't meddle in other people's business. Let's just do our own thing." Cuichan didn't want to create trouble. Without the order from their master, it was better for them not to act on their own.

Caizan didn't dare to refute. Although she and Cuichan were both the girl's personal maids, the girl trusted Cuichan more than her. Cuichan was a first-class maid, while she was only a second-class maid.

Another hour passed, and it was already dawn, but Hualan had not yet gotten up. Cuichan could not wait any longer and hurried into the bridal chamber.

"Girl, girl."

Hualan was awakened by Cuichan and was still groggy when she first woke up.

"Girl, wake up, it's getting late, you should get up and serve tea."

Hua Lan woke up instantly and looked around: "Where is the master?"

Cui Chan smiled and said, "The master has already woken up and is meditating in the pavilion outside the door."

"Then why didn't you wake me up? I should be the one helping the master get up today." Hua Lan looked panicked.

Cui Chan comforted her, "Don't worry, young lady. My master specifically told me not to wake you up and let you rest for a while. I came in to wake you up because it was getting late."

Hualan breathed a sigh of relief, then quickly got up. Cuichan and Caizhan helped her wash and dress.

Just then, Zhou Chen walked in.

"Official." "Master."

Zhou Chen sat down next to Hua Lan and asked softly, "Are you feeling better?"

Cuichan and Caizhan looked straight ahead. Hualan blushed and whispered, "Thank you for your pity, sir. I am much better now."

"That's good. Let's wash up and go serve tea to our parents later."

"I'll be fine soon."

"Don't worry, take your time."

Quarter of an hour later, Zhou Chen and Hua Lan put on new clothes, linked arms and went to Zhou Yexiong's courtyard to offer tea.

"Father."

"Mother."

What reassured Hualan was that there were no unexpected events during the tea offering, nor was she met with any difficulty. Although her father-in-law had a stern and solemn expression on his face, he did not embarrass her. He drank the tea she offered and also said a few words of blessing.

As for her mother-in-law, Zhou Xu, it was even better. She happily drank the tea she offered her, held her hand, spoke affectionately, and said that this was her home and that she could come to her if she encountered any problems in the mansion.

Hualan was very grateful. She was luckier than most women to have such a good mother-in-law, not to mention that she also met an official who loved and cared for her.

But the most unexpected thing happened to her. Her mother-in-law, Zhou Xu, waved her hand, and a maid came in carrying a tray.

Zhou Xu said, "Hua'er, this is the key to our mansion. I will give it to you from now on."

Hua Lan was startled and said hurriedly, "Mother, how can I do this? My daughter-in-law has just entered the mansion and has no moral integrity or ability. How can I take on such a big responsibility? Please take her back."

She was really scared. Although she knew that her mother-in-law had no authority in the Marquis' Mansion, she knew that the person in charge of the Marquis' Mansion was the wife of the official's eldest brother, and her sister-in-law.

Now that she has just entered the house, her mother-in-law is about to give her the key to the house. How can she not be afraid and nervous?