Li’s father was angry that his son had secretly married and become a side husband without telling the family. However, now that Huangfu Ze had returned to the capital as Crown Prince, his daughter-in-law would naturally become the Crown Prince’s consort, and soon would be the highest-ranking empress of Yingtang.
The old man was quite happy. A side husband was a side husband, after all. In the future, a grandson would inherit the Li family lineage, and the bloodline was noble.
“What kind of person is the Crown Prince’s consort?” the old man was curious. His daughter-in-law had created fierce fire oil, which gave the military tremendous power. She had captured the the Turkic monarch Wukodai and completely annihilated the invading Western Turkic troops. She invented table-style bookkeeping, now popular throughout the capital in both government offices and among the people. Recently, foreign envoys had even taken the method back to their countries.
“Father, when she returns, you’ll understand. Your son has found the best wife in the world, who will never bring shame to the Li family.”
As father and son just exited the Noon Gate, Princess Baohua’s carriage came out of the palace. It was summer, and the carriage windows were open. She was currently embracing two male companions when she suddenly looked out and saw the extraordinarily handsome young master of the Li family. She pushed away her companions and had the driver bring the carriage closer.
Princess Baohua, in her fifties, was well-preserved. Without close inspection, her crow’s feet were barely noticeable, and her noble bearing gave her a unique charm.
“Young Master Li, what a rare coincidence. Why not come up and chat?” Princess Baohua nodded briefly to the new prime minister but smiled at Li Weichen.
“My apologies, Your Highness. Men and women should maintain proper distance. I am already married and cannot overstep boundaries. Farewell.” Li Weichen showed little respect to a princess about to lose power, merely cupping his hands.
“Wait,” Princess Baohua’s expression changed, a cold light emerging from the corner of her eye. “There’s nothing in this world one cannot obtain. Even if you already have a wife, or even children, I’ll have my father issue a decree for your divorce tomorrow.
Li Wei Chen smiled faintly: “Your Highness, I forgot to mention something. My wife is actually the Crown Princess of Yingtang Kingdom. If you want me to divorce, remember not to forget the Crown Prince’s approval. Without his consent, I am not qualified to divorce.”
