When the news of Cheng Zongyang's death came, Cheng Jiuyuan was sorting out the academy's information.

Although the imperial physician also said that her pregnancy was very stable, Chu Heng still did not allow her to leave the palace in the first three months. Fortunately, the third month was over in a few days, and Cheng Jiuyuan did not argue with him.

She plans to merge boys' and girls' schools so that educational resources will not be unbalanced, just like in Jiang Shiyuan's world.

The pilot project in Liping has achieved very obvious results.

This time, for the academy in the capital, she borrowed a lot of models from Jiang Shiyuan's world, such as setting up poverty subsidies and scholarships, and dividing classes.

As I was tidying up, I saw Mu Jin hurried in.

"Madam, there is news from the Cheng Mansion that... Master Cheng has passed away."

Cheng Jiuyuan was stunned for a moment before he realized who the "Master Cheng" Mu Jin was referring to was.

She hummed softly and continued to organize her things with her head down.

"My queen?" Mu Jin looked at her worriedly.

Cheng Jiuyuan raised her eyes and smiled at her: "It's okay, go down."

After Mu Jin went out, Cheng Jiuyuan packed up his things, slowly stood up and walked to the window, looking in the direction of the Prime Minister's residence.

She couldn't explain how she felt, she just felt like she heard a stranger pass away, or perhaps even worse than a stranger.

Chu Heng came back and hurried forward to close the window.

"You deserve to be beaten for standing in front of the window and blowing in the wind."

Cheng Jiuyuan curled her lips and smiled: "How can you be so fragile?"

"Have you heard the news from the Cheng Mansion?"

Cheng Jiuyuan nodded.

"The funeral will be held the day after tomorrow. Do you want to go?"

Cheng Jiuyuan shook his head: "I have nothing to do with him anymore."

Chu Heng hugged her and asked, "Will you still feel nauseous today?"

"Much better. The symptoms are gradually disappearing."

"By the way, your eldest cousin said that your aunt has already left for the capital and will arrive in the capital in five or six days."

"Are you here to discuss the marriage between my eldest cousin and Sister Yu?"

"Yes."

"When your eldest cousin gets married, let him take a few more days off to make up for his hard work these days."

……

Cheng Zongyang's funeral did not cause any sensation or topic.

Sheng arrived in the capital and entered the palace the next day.

In Fengyi Palace, when Sheng was about to perform the ceremony, Cheng Jiuyuan quickly supported her and said, "Aunt, we are family, there is no need to do this."

"The etiquette cannot be abolished."

"There's no outsider here, aunt, please sit down."

Seeing that her clothes were simple yet elegant, Sheng was happy for her.

"It was only after entering the palace and seeing the grandeur of the imperial palace that I realized what power and nobility are. My aunt didn't dare to raise her head much during the whole journey. It really opened my eyes."

"It's not that exaggerated. Auntie wants to see it. I'll take her to the Imperial Garden later."

"My queen is pregnant, so don't work too hard."

The two chatted for a while, and Cheng Jiuyuan took Sheng to the Imperial Garden, invited Sheng to have lunch, and gave her a lot of rewards before letting her leave the palace.

Within two days, I heard that Prime Minister Pei and the eldest daughter of the Yan family had been arranged to get married, and the wedding date was set for the third day of April, which was more than two months away.

Many people are not familiar with Yan Yu. After asking around, they found out that she is the daughter of Teacher Pei Xiang. They can be considered a childhood sweetheart who has finally come to fruition.

While Dongling was preparing for the wedding, Emperor Qi Zhen of Northern Qi was secretly meeting with Prince Qin Qiuming of Beilin.

In front of the city gate, Qi Zhen was dressed in ordinary clothes and looked like an ordinary wealthy young man. He came personally to greet Qin Qiuming.

Not long after, a group of people appeared in everyone's sight.

When he got closer, a tall and handsome man jumped off his horse.

Qi Zhen hurried forward and bowed, saying, "Uncle."

The age difference between the two was not that big, and Qin Qiu Ming was less than 30 years old. He glanced at Qi Zhen with his deep eagle eyes and nodded.

"Uncle, you have been traveling a long way, please come to the palace quickly. I have already prepared a welcoming banquet to welcome you."

"Many years have passed. You've grown up to this size. You look a bit like your mother."

Qi Zhen's face stiffened for a moment, but he soon smiled and said, "Please."

"There is no need to enter the palace. I came to Northern Qi this time to avoid being seen."

Qi Zhen nodded: "Uncle has thought of everything, then let's go to Zuixianju."

The group arrived at Zuixianju in a low-key manner and asked for a private room.

Inside the side room, the two men analyzed the current situation, with ambition burning in their eyes.

"Uncle, if we join forces, we will be invincible."

Qin Qiuming curled his lips and smiled, his eyes fell on the topographic map.

He slowly stood up, walked to the window, looked at the street outside, and wondered whether to form an alliance.

Suddenly, his eyes fell on a pearl flower stall below.

"Girl, this hairpin looks really good on you," the vendor praised.

He wasn't lying, the girl was indeed very pretty.

She has a delicate and small face, cherry lips and a beautiful nose, but the most beautiful thing is her pair of almond-shaped eyes that are filled with a hint of sadness, as beautiful as the autumn moon.

She was wearing a light pink brocade flowing cloud dress, the hem of the skirt was as elegant as flowing clouds, and she had a noble temperament. A round-faced little girl followed her.

It's obvious that this girl has an extraordinary background.

The little girl took a look and said: "Miss, if you want to choose jewelry, let's go to the gold and silver shop to buy it."

How can the things sold by this small vendor be worthy of a girl?

Jiang Qingli shook her head: "This red bean hairpin is very vivid and has a wild charm. Sui Sui, give me the money."

She inserted the hairpin into her hair, held up the mirror, and smiled.

Qi Zhen walked to the window curiously, followed Qin Qiuming's gaze, and a look of understanding appeared in his eyes.

"The girls from Northern Qi are indeed very different from those from Northern Lin." After Qin Qiu Ming finished speaking, he turned around and went back to the table.

Although Beilin and Beiqi are bordering each other, the people of Beiqi look more similar to those of Dongling.

Both men and women in Beilin are tall and have strong facial features.

The Dongling and Northern Qi people have more delicate and gentle appearances.

Qi Zhen's eyes fell on the beautiful girl on the street and he curled his lips into a smile.

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