The Emperor’s Favorite Imperial Concubine is an OCh59.2 - Heat (2)

Translator: ChiFu

All subsequent matters were then put on the agenda. Vdz0yU

Divination, choosing the auspicious date, sewing the wedding robes, getting the essential articles for the marriage ceremony, and so on.

The Imperial Astronomer projected the auspicious dates for marriage in the upcoming months to His Majesty.

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Together, Mu Zhan and Wen Mingyu looked for and picked a date fairly close by. That day’s weather was ideal as well—neither hot nor freezing. The auspicious day was thus settled.

Then came the selection of wedding robes. 1vndw8

The sewing had not yet formally begun, and since the emperor would be the one wearing it, the fabric was naturally of the finest quality, embroidered in gold thread with motifs of dragons and auspicious clouds. Although the specification format was set, the emperor’s preferences could still change the specific style. Because the empress this time was a man, the phoenix coronet and robes of rank attire for women were not applicable to him. They had to re-enact the empress’s wedding robes.

Since the two main characters of the opulent wedding were both men, there was a natural resemblance in their wedding robes. However, in order to emphasize the emperor’s honor, the empress’s wedding robes must not be as elaborate and opulent as the emperor’s. To match but also to distinguish, they must pay attention to the embroidery materials used.

The court lady in charge of this matter presented the draft, the first edition of the embroidery samples, etc., and asked the emperor and future empress to review them.

Wen Mingyu thought it was quite good and had no comment. But Mu Zhan was very dissatisfied and said in disgust, “It’s average-looking.”

Wen Mingyu side-eyed him blankly, as did the court lady, who sported a question mark on her face.

How could this enormous phoenix with its floral embroidered pattern, which was both intricate and delicate, poised and exquisite, be related to average?

Mu Zhan’s fingers curled slightly. He lightly buttoned the top of the table and stated blandly, “The two wedding robes are too different. This one wants them all embroidered with a dragon pattern.”

It’s not enough to look like a couple, not enough even with matching couple clothes. P gANx

This shocked the court lady, who was a little hesitant. “But this…”

In her opinion, the dragon pattern was reserved for emperors. It was unbefitting to have it embroidered on the empress’s robes.

However, Mu Zhan seemed to do as he pleased a lot more. Raising his eyes slightly, he said flatly, “There’s no buts. Has no one ever embroidered dragons on the previous empresses?”

The court lady paused. Indeed, there was. But then there was an empress whose family was too powerful and formidable, with her relatives ruling and dictating the imperial court; the imperial family nearly adopted a new surname. From that point on, all emperors would take extra precaution against relatives, never reusing them or letting the imperial harem meddle in government affairs. Even the ceremonial system has been reinforced, and the empress’s ceremonial robes no longer have dragons embroidered on them. TU8VbR

Mu Zhan continued, unfazed, “Even if there isn’t one, this one can make it so that there’s one from now on.”

In that single sentence, it altered the standards for appropriate court dress and personal adornment ceremonial requirements.

Once the imperial edict was issued, disagreement was out of the question.

Under the intimidating pressure, the court lady didn’t dare say anything more and instead just complied and did as she was instructed. s38v9U

The wedding dress’s overall design was finalized, with some minor details to be followed.

After the court lady retired, Wen Mingyu propped his hand on his chin and smiled broadly as he looked at Mu Zhan. He could see Mu Zhan’s desire to give him the finest of everything.

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Speaking before, Mu Zhan treated him with great indulgence. After both of them learned of each other’s feelings, Mu Zhan had grown more open and unscrupulous. Mu Zhan was always curious about what he wanted—jewelry and jade, writing brushes and ink, paper and inkstones, silk and satin, and other kinds of precious and high-quality goods. He continued to give them to him, as though they were not worth a penny. He even handed over the key to the treasury vault.

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The old coppery key itself wasn’t that heartwarming, but it was Mu Zhan’s attitude—that he would think about him often, and quite rightfully so—that made his heart flutter.

As soon as the edict of the appointment of an empress was released, apart from the ministers who were vehemently against it, there were naturally those who were in favor of it as well.

To congratulate them, Wei Yingwu and Wen Changlan entered the palace. VNdt37

It’s not quite time yet, but things were already set in stone. It was just a matter of time.

Furthermore, it goes without saying that they arrived in advance to congratulate them because they might not necessarily be in the capital when the big wedding takes place.

At that point, formal congratulatory gifts would be given out once more, along with a few token presents.

Among them was a rabbit mint. It was said that a servant in Wei Yingwu’s mansion who specializes in caring for flowers and plants had unintentionally grown an identical but improved version. td7FdK

Wen Mingyu could smell the strong fragrance through the box and couldn’t wait to lift the lid and give the grass a hug.

“This subject recalls how His Majesty, who previously used to disapprove of small animals, would now value a rabbit so much. I assumed you raised it,” said Wen Changlan.

He thought the emperor loved the house and the crow, but little did he know that, in fact, the rabbit and the human were simply one and the same, and he could hardly resist the allure of the rabbit mint. Wen Mingyu hurriedly permitted people to put away the rabbit mint for fear that he would suddenly perform a live transformation of a rabbit and scare everyone to death.

This subject had once been worried that Your Majesty might not be able to prevent the mouths of the ministers because of your family history, and so this subject had intended to suggest that, should Wen-gongzi agree, he can recognize the old general’s wife as his godmother and enter the palace from the general’s residence. But as it turned out, Your Majesty has already made all arrangements, and this subject was the one who was unduly worried.” B7U3WD

Wei Yingwu came over and said excitedly, “My mother has already agreed. If you come, we will be true brothers!”

Wen Mingyu was surprised. He didn’t expect them to take this into consideration and quickly thanked them.

Wen Changlan shook his head and said, “No need. None of us have been of much help.”

Wen Mingyu, however, said, “No, you guys have been very helpful.” RJsS6T

Wen Mingyu was a little perplexed until he saw Wei Yingwu running to the side and faintly heard him whispering something to Wen Mingyu. Although there were only a few fragmented words like “friend” and “confession,” he had already grasped the rough idea and couldn’t help but smile.

Since he grew up as the older brother in the family, with siblings younger than him, he unconsciously became a bit precocious and understanding. He was like a bit of a father as an older brother, and then there was always a nervous Wei Yingwu with him, so when facing the emperor, who was younger than himself, he would bubble over with other feelings besides the monarch-subject relationship.

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Just like now, seeing that Wen Mingyu and Mu Zhan were about to get married, he was glad in his heart. If Wen Changlan had known that there would one day be a word for “male mother,” perhaps his mood would be more subtle.

Wei Yingwu lowered his voice and asked, “Did your friend confess? How did it turn out, should we comfort him together? MtV09E

Wen Mingyu was stunned for a moment, then smiled. “The result was good.”

“Then that’s good.”

“Yeah! Really, really good.”

After Wei Yingwu and Wen Changlan left, Wen Mingyu couldn’t restrain himself from taking the rabbit mint that was delivered. Indeed, the flavor was denser than before, attracting the rabbit especially. 3SHeWQ

All the palace servants were dismissed, and he was the only one in the hall who could sneak around and eat the grass with abandon.

When Mu Zhan returned, he saw a person sitting idly at the table, eating grass obediently with his head lowered. His eyes were dewy, his cheeks flushed, as though he were drunk on grass, and his body was so supple it appeared boneless.

On top of his head were two fluffy rabbit ears, dangling softly and tickling his face as he nibbled on the grass, brushing it now and then.

Caught an inebriated rabbit. rgUyN9

Mu Zhan moved forward, took a seat next to him, and took away the grass from his grasp. For a while, Wen Mingyu paused, and his eyes followed the grass subconsciously. He stared fixedly at it and, not wanting to let it go, reached out to take it, but Mu Zhan dodged.

Mu Zhan teased him. “We are getting married soon. Do you know what to call me?”

Wen Mingyu cocked his head, narrowed his eyes, and looked at him very intently. Then seconds later, he beamed and said, “Wifey.”

Mu Zhan froze, never having heard of this term of address before. I1ad7s

“What do you mean, ‘Wifey’?”

Wen Mingyu cutely explained, “It’s my wife.”

Mu Zhan paused, his expression becoming very subtle. He pinched and rubbed his ear. “I’m your wife?”

Wen Mingyu nodded his head honestly, not feeling any problem at all. He had stared at Mu Zhan’s handsome face many times before and had long wished to call him as such. Such a great classical beauty with an overwhelming temperament, it would be a shame not to call him wifey twice! Mu Zhan looked down at the grass in his hand and then looked at Wen Mingyu. “You can also become inebriated from this?” ceHVaI

Wen Mingyu shook his head, biting his words clearly. “Just lightheaded, but not inebriated.”

It meant that he spoke with a sober mind.

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Mu Zhan let out a low chuckle and pinched the soft flesh of his cheeks. He watched as his reddish lips were compelled to slightly pucker, resembling a peach heart, demanding a kiss.

Mu Zhan asked once more, “If a wife is a wifey, then a husband is addressed as?” P1SMdD

Wen Mingyu responded in seconds, “Hubby.”

Mu Zhan’s smile widened even more. His eyes curled, he leaned forward, and he kissed his puckered lips. With a smile, he answered, “Hm?”

A gentle kiss, pressing, then parting, and leaving only a slight tickle behind.

Wen Mingyu pursed his lips, feeling something out of place, then he heard his low, answering voice. 45nEcq

“…???”

At last, after reconsidering, he reacted to the fact that he had been duped!

Wen Mingyu quickly added, “I just answered your question; it doesn’t count.”

Mu Zhan smiled and unhurriedly said, “I was just answering you.” fm4dlp

Wen Mingyu choked and emphasized, “You should call me hubby.”

Mu Zhan: “Oh.”

Wen Mingyu, failing to outsmart him, bristled his hair in anger. He snatched the rabbit mint from his hand and ate it with a puff of air. When Mu Zhan spread out his hand, there were two leaves on it. “There’s more here.”

Then Wen Mingyu grabbed his hand, bent his head, and ate the leaves as well, licking his lips clean. OVS4JC

The rabbit mint was very delicious.

Wen Mingyu’s bristle hair became smooth in an instant, thinking that next time he would be able to win the game back.

At night, they washed and went to bed.

Wen Mingyu slipped into the bed, tucked himself in, and swiftly bid him, “Goodnight, wifey.” 0TPhw

After that, he closed his eyes and pretended to be dead asleep.

Mu Zhan: “…”

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He lay down as well, and after a little while, he spit out a weak “Good night.”

The tone was flat, but with a trace of tenderness. 5rg4dJ

Wen Mingyu shrank under the covers and snickered.

Inside the bed curtains, there was a mild fruity scent and wine filling the room.

Mu Zhan had planned to fall asleep, but the fruity scent grew stronger and heavier. Even the temperature seemed to have risen abnormally. Despite the fact that it was clearly winter, people felt parched.

Author has something to say: tDByns

Jade cub: Good night, wifey.

Mu Zhan: Good night.

Jade cub: Hey hey, my wifey is so good.

The result was… oh-oh. LXzygm

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